Wellness Strengths Strengths The Wellness Center has formed excellent relationships with a variety of stakeholders. Internally we have collaborated with faculty regarding research opportunities, classroom presentations, and providing volunteer opportunities for students. External collaborations include local agencies such as the Sexual Assault Interagency Coalition, Substance Abuse Advisory Board, Ellensburg Downtown Association, Hospitality Resource Alliance and many more. We also have developed good networking at the state and national level with the Washington State College Coalition For Substance Abuse Prevention, the Washington Sexual Violence Prevention College Coalition, The National Network for Addressing College Substance Abuse and Violence, and the Higher Education Center Addressing Alcohol, Other Drugs and Violence Prevention. Wellness
staff are well grounded in best and promising practices with respect to alcohol, other drug and violence prevention and have an excellent grasp on the best use of technology for prevention and professional development. Recently we have developed remarkable economies of scale through our formal alignment with The Office of Housing and New Student Programs (OHNSP) by effectively increasing our reach with minimal increase in costs. The depth of department experience is extraordinary. Our location is excellent and provides a premier opportunity to be both visible and accessible. Our new association with OHNSP provides extra fiscal and operating support. We also cover a modest amount of expenses with fees charged for some of the prevention classes for sanctioned students.
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Concerns Budget issues at the national, state, and local levels may put pressure on an already streamlined budget. This may curtail some programming, research and professional development. The statewide curtailment of travel will especially hinder professional development, which is the foundation for being able to be ahead of the pack with respect to best and promising practices. Recommendations Explore alternatives to traveling for professional development. These options would likely include webinars, podcasts and other technologically driven alternatives. Even statewide meetings could be accommodated through the electronic infrastructure currently available.
Wildcat Wellness Center 400 E University Way, SURC 139, Ellensburg, WA 98926-7489 Phone: 509-963-3233 Fax: 509-963-1813 E-mail: wwc@cwu.edu Web: www.cwu.edu/~wellness Preventing high-risk behaviors and promoting positive, healthy lifestyles