Wellbeing in Times of Crisis

1 Credit · Level: Undergraduate

By all accounts, these are among the most challenging times to be a student and young professional. This course will focus on aspects of personal well-being and flourishing that are basic to human health. It provides an overview of essential topics and opportunities to apply principles of well-being to your life even during difficult times. Physical, social, and emotional health along with ways to maintain optimal health while living in community with others are central to the course. We are living through a period of rapid and dynamic change. Worldwide pandemics and health crises, health and social justice inequities, and political upheaval can contribute to feelings of instability, uncertainty, and anxiety. This course will focus on vital components that contribute to community and personal wellbeing and how to optimize wellbeing in your daily life.