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Well-Being

Picture of a student planting a succulent in a hand painted pot with the word growth on it as part of a CARE well-Being program in 2022

Mission: Our mission is to cultivate a thriving campus environment by advancing holistic well-being through student-centered, accessible and collaborative programs and services. Using a one-team approach, we work collectively to support student success and help the Purdue community prioritize well-being as a fundamental part of the student experience.

Student in a session with one of the CARE administrators.

Students will: foster their well-being through a campus-wide community of care by engaging with holistic, student-centered, accessible and collaborative programs and services that make well-being a fundamental part of their Purdue experience.

 

Competencies: Steps to Leaps pillars

Well-Being: Staying healthy in body, brain and spirit is a life-long journey. Learn strategies to improve your own well-being with steps to security, health and prosperity.

Leadership: Boilermakers have a strong tradition of leadership in their careers and communities. Learn how to tap into your own strengths as you become the next generation of leaders with steps to initiative, guidance and direction.

Impact: Every Boilermaker strives to leave their footprint and world-changing examples can be found throughout Purdue’s rich history. Learn the importance of creating an impact through your everyday actions with steps to modify, touch and influence.

Students working together to improve their environment for the greater good.

Networks: A strong network serves as a resource throughout your life. The tightest networks are created by connections with individuals and require active participation. Learn how to build your network with steps to making connections and bonds.

 

Grit/Persistence: life is full of ups and downs. Learn strategies to tap into your inner fortitude to overcome challenges and become your best Boilermaker with steps to resolve and character.

 

Level 1 Well-Being Competencies

Well-Being

Leadership

Impact

Networks 

Grit/Persistence

Learn about multiple dimensions

Self-awareness

Refer to Leadership, Engagement and Community Area

Learn about effective relationships

Self-awareness

Learn about social connections

Self-awareness

Learn about persistence and balance

Self-awareness

Level 2 Well-Being Competencies

Well-Being

Leadership

Impact

Networks 

Grit/Persistence

Skills across dimensions

Develop and practice healthy habits

Refer to Leadership, Engagement and Community Area

Skills in supporting others

Building a support system

Relationships and boundaries

Build skills and habits to overcome challenges

Reflective Practices 

Level 3 Well-Being Competencies

Well-Being

Leadership

Impact

Networks 

Grit/Persistence

Integration across domains

Thriving practices

Refer to Leadership, Engagement and Community Area

Peer engagement and leadership

Thriving engagement

Enhancing and deepening relationships

Thriving networks

Adopt a growth mindset across domains

Thriving in challenge

Beyond Well-Being Competencies

Well-Being

Leadership

Impact

Networks 

Grit/Persistence

Promote well-being in community

Leverage strengths

Refer to Leadership, Engagement and Community Area

Advance support and influence in community

Leverage strengths

Cultivate connections in community

Leverage strengths

Build resilience and growth in community

Leverage strengths