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Centre Wellness Advocates

An on-campus student team trained and supervised by Health Promotion staff.

Centre Wellness Advocates (CWA) provide educational workshops and events on a variety of wellness topics, including substance use, bystander intervention, sexual health, nutrition, body image, health equity, and financial literacy.

Be A Wellness Advocate

Play a role in promoting wellness and helping to maintain a healthy lifestyle on campus.

Apply to become an advocate

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Angela Asonye ’25

Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

Wellness Tip: Make sure to take time for yourself; whether that means taking a nap, going to the park, or eating a proper and healthy meal. 

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Srija Badireddi ’26

Intended Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

Wellness Tip: Warm honey lemon water is a great comfort drink when you feel stressed!

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Ethaniel Banzon ’25

Behavorial Neuroscience

Wellness Tip: Never be afraid to try something new, because life gets boring staying within the limits of what you already know.

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Sol Cabrera ’25

Behavorial Neuroscience

Wellness Tip: When you are studying and you feel like you can’t focus or memorize new info, take a break, grab a snack, or take a nap. Often it's better to slow down and breathe!

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Conley Combs ’25

Psychology and Sociology

Wellness Tip: Take time to meditate during conflicts with others. If you can help it meditate with the person you are having conflict with together.

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Rebecca Fakunle ’25

Behavioral Neuroscience, Music Minor 

Wellness Tip: Consistently incorporating acts of self-care into your daily routine can have a significant impact on your overall well-being. 

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Erin O’Leary ’24

International Studies, Chinese, and Social Justice Minors

Wellness Tip: Put your phone/other technology away 30 minutes before you go to sleep!

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Susmita Poudel ’25

Computer Science 

Wellness Tip: Get enough sleep and eat proper meals every day no matter how busy you are!

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Indy Rodriguez ’25

Behavioral Neuroscience

Wellness Tip: Every day make sure to do three things: one for the mind, one for the body, and one for the spirit.