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Empowering the ÌÇÐÄVlog¹Ù·½ Community

Live Well

Live Well consists of student wellness organizations and Certified Peer Educators who empower the ÌÇÐÄVlog¹Ù·½ community to continually improve healthy behaviors and lifestyles in themselves and others.

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Contact Information

Email: wellness@ut.edu
Phone: (813) 257-1877
Fax: (813) 257-1878

Wellness Services
Vaughn Center Suite 230
ÌÇÐÄVlog¹Ù·½ Box 18F

About Live Well

The has always put an emphasis on the health and well-being of its students. Live Well wasÌýcreated to empower the ÌÇÐÄVlog¹Ù·½ community to build healthier behaviors and lifestyles for themselves and others.

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The Live Well Executive Team consists of dedicated student leaders who help guide and support Live Well's programs, initiatives and campus engagement efforts. The team includes the Peer Education Student Coordinator, Registered Student Organization (RSO) Student Coordinator, Marketing Coordinator and Graphic Designer. Together, these student leaders collaborate to support peer educators and student organizations, coordinate wellness initiatives and promote opportunities for students to engage in wellbeing across campus.

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Active Minds focuses on promoting mental health awareness and supporting mental wellness within the ÌÇÐÄVlog¹Ù·½ community through educational programs, events and outreach. The organization works to reduce stigma surrounding mental health and reminds students that they are not alone when facing challenges, while connecting them to support and resources.

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ANEW empowers ÌÇÐÄVlog¹Ù·½ students to explore wellness through creativity, community and education. The organization hosts hands-on events focused on natural and holistic wellness practices that help students reduce stress, find balance and prioritize their overall well-being.

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Balance ÌÇÐÄVlog¹Ù·½ focuses on promoting mental wellness through yoga, meditation and mindfulness practices. The organization helps students manage stress, anxiety and overall well-being by providing opportunities to learn and practice mindfulness techniques in a supportive campus community.

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Connect Outdoors aims to grow environmental stewardship and awareness by increasing accessibility of outdoor recreation opportunities to the University of Tampa student body. Connect Outdoors believes that growing our university’s environmental consciousness begins with making nature more accessible, allowing members to create authentic connections in the outdoors. This club couples recreational opportunities with environmental service to create a lasting impact on how our campus views our environment.

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EPC encourages environmental stewardship and sustainability through education, outreach, volunteerism and service opportunities. The organization fosters meaningful connections on and off campus while empowering students to make a positive impact on their communities and the environment.

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Healing Arts connects students across the various artistic disciplines at ÌÇÐÄVlog¹Ù·½ while providing creative outlets for self-expression. Through expressive and engaging activities, the organization promotes mental wellness, creativity and a supportive campus environment where students can explore the healing power of the arts.

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PFC seeks to educate the broader University of Tampa community on the topic of personal finance, while also providing a community of professional growth and collaboration for students interested in financial planning as a career.

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The Recycling Club seeks to educate all members of the University of Tampa community, including students, staff and faculty, in recycling best practices. Additionally, the Recycling Club strives to improve and streamline recycling systems and processes in an effort to make a positive impact on the environment.

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Roots and Shoots empowers students to create positive change through environmental stewardship, community service and sustainability initiatives. The organization connects students with volunteer opportunities that support people, animals and the environment while fostering a culture of social and environmental responsibility.

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RISE hosts substance-free events on campus that are available for all students! R.I.S.E wants to educate students about substance-free fun and promote activities and events on campus that provide these safe spaces.

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The Society for Conservation Biology (SCB) is a global community of conservation professionals dedicated to advancing the science and practice of conserving Earth's biological diversity. The Tampa Chapter of SCB exists for the betterment of the University of Tampa campus and the Tampa Bay community as a whole.

Peer Educators

A Peer Educator is a student leader who uses their equal standing, accessibility and influence to support peers, promote well-being and inspire positive change. Live Well Peer Educators are certified through the

Live Well Peer Educator’s educate the ÌÇÐÄVlog¹Ù·½ campus community on the following topics:

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Alcohol and Other Drug Education

Students who attend Alcohol and Other Drug programming will be able to:

  • Name a harm reduction techniques to use in situations involving alcohol and other drug use
  • Explain one alcohol and other drug campus policies
  • Describe the academic, mental or physical impacts of substance use (alcohol, cannabis, prescription drugs and nicotine)
  • Identify at least one campus and community resource that helps reduce substance use

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Emotional Wellbeing

Students who attend Emotional Wellbeing programming will be able to:

  • Recognize key components and everyday practices that support emotional wellbeing (e.g., maintaining a consistent sleep routine, practicing mindfulness, building supportive social connections)
  • Identify healthy coping strategies (e.g., emotion regulation, stress management, self-compassion) to manage future challenges and enhance resilience
  • Identify at least one campus and community resource that supports ongoing mental health and wellbeing

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Physical Wellbeing

Students who attend Physical Wellbeing programming will be able to:

  • Assess their current physical health behaviors to identify areas of growth
  • Incorporate a sustainable physical health habit in their life
  • Identify at least one campus and community resource that supports physical health

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Sex and Relationship Education

Students who attend Sex and Relationships programming will be able to:

  • Identify at least one contraceptive method
  • Demonstrate effective communication strategies for discussing boundaries, expectations, and consent in relationships
  • Describe characteristics of healthy, unhealthy and abusive relationships
  • Identify at least one campus and community resource that supports sexual health

Applications to become a Live Well Peer Educator go live in the Spring semester. Check back here Spring 2027.

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If you have any questions, please email wellness@ut.edu

Live Well Certified Peer Educators (CPE) are available to collaborate with on-campus student organizations and departments. If you are interested in working with the CPEs, please submit a request using the link below:Ìý

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"Through working at Wellness Services, I was introduced to Live Well. This has been an amazing community where students not only gain personal experience and growth, but also professional development both within and outside the University. It brings a sense of purpose and confidence in being a Peer Educator. This experience has instilled a lot of confidence in my abilities."

Former Live Well Student Coordinator
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" Through my involvement with Live Well, I have learned not only how to lead but also how to communicate and connect with so many people, how to plan events and how to work with peers to achieve a common goal."Ìý

Former Live Well Student Coordinator

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Community Impact

From the beginning, the team at Live Well has dedicated its time to helping students and the local community.

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“The community of Live Well taught me life skills that I had not learned anywhere else. The people I met through this program have become close friends. The staff and students involved helped me become a better me.�

Former Live Well Student Coordinator

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