OxWell

OxWell

OxWell, a new wellness initiative on the Oxford College campus that will strive to create a campus community where well-being is a priority.

Through comprehensive and inclusive initiatives, the OxWell program empowers students to cultivate healthy lifestyles, build resilience, and achieve personal success.

OxWell will offer a range of resources and services designed to support students' emotional, environmental, financial, intellectual, physical, professional, relational, and spiritual well-being, consistent with Emory's eight intersecting elements.

The programs focus on prevention, education, and skill-building, fostering a culture of wellness that enables students to flourish personally and academically. By promoting self-care, connection, and healthy decision-making, the program will equip students with the tools they need to thrive during their college years and beyond.

Vision

To cultivate an Oxford community where well-being is woven into the fabric of campus life, guiding individuals to connect meaningfully, learn continuously, and mature into their best selves.

Mission Statement

Engage Oxford College students through inclusive well-being initiatives. Educate them on the interconnectedness of health, self-discovery, and success. Empower them to Evolve into resilient, self-aware individuals prepared for lifelong learning.

The 4 Es

Engage. Educate. Empower. Evolve.

  • Engage Oxford College students through inclusive well-being initiatives,
  • Educate them on the interconnectedness of health, self-discovery, and success,
  • Empower students to Evolve into resilient, self-aware individuals prepared for lifelong learning. 

The Big Picture

Well-being is more than the absence of illness; it’s a conscious, self-directed journey toward reaching one’s full potential (National Wellness Institute). At Oxford College, well-being is woven into our culture, supported by policies, systems, and programs that foster holistic growth.

Our focus centers on eight key elements of well-being: emotional, environmental, financial, intellectual, physical, professional, relational, and spiritual.

We recognize that:

  • Well-being is a lifelong journey. Students aren’t expected to arrive with all the answers or established routines.
  • Students don’t have to figure it out alone. Oxford provides guidance through diverse activities, spaces, and resources.
  • Intentional well-being enhances quality of life, helping students feel confident, capable, and prepared to thrive academically, socially, and personally, even amid college challenges.

What Should you expect?

Programs include: (Not an exhaustive list)

  • Weekly or monthly themes, related to the various dimensions of wellbeing: Students can come to expect regular written communications on a variety of topics, as well as suggestions for how to get support at Oxford or the wider university community.
  • Impressive giveaways related to health and wellness. We aim to surprise and delight our students with gear they can use as they learn and practice healthy habits.
  • Activities that allow students to experiment, practice new habits, or reinforce existing ones. The activities can take many forms, such as: study breaks, challenges/contests, special meals, workshops, speakers, and so much more.
  • Wellbeing focused spaces on campus (Wellbeing Lounge, for example).
  • Pop-up programs and special guests, as the need arises.
  • Communication between Campus Life professionals, RAs, and students.
  • Fun, community, a constant reminder that YOU ARE NOT ALONE!

Questions? Contact Amanda Yu-Nguyen, Director of the Center for Healthful Living, at 770.784.8634 or .