ERIC Number: EJ1320469
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2021
Pages: 10
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Using a Learning Community at an HBCU to Influence Health and Wellness
Comess, Jill; Burwell, Cynthia
Learning Communities Research and Practice, v9 n1 Article 7 2021
This perspective article discusses how a health-related learning community was incorporated to help freshman students learn about health and wellness and prevent weight gain at an HBCU. Freshman students often gain weight during their first year away from home. These students make poor diet and exercise choices during their transition to college which can cause future health concerns. A health-related learning community, LIVE WELL, was established to teach health, nutrition, and wellness strategies. LIVE WELL also included self-care, future career exploration, service-learning/civic engagement, and lifetime learning experiences. Valuable lessons were learned from the faculty members who managed LIVE WELL. Challenges were presented to the faculty members who integrated solutions into the learning community. Integrating positive health changes to freshman students' lifestyles needs to be a priority and needs further exploration.
Descriptors: Black Colleges, College Freshmen, Health Promotion, Wellness, Body Weight, Dietetics, Exercise, Health Behavior, Nutrition Instruction, Health Education, Communities of Practice, Career Exploration, Service Learning, College Faculty, Barriers, Obesity, Physical Activity Level, Life Style
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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