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In recent years, colleges and universities have adopted an emphasis on holistic student well-being, which takes into account social, emotional, and physical aspects of student well-being. The shift to this approach has strong support from a large body of research showing that social well-being, diverse interactions, student engagement, mental health support, and healthy lifestyles (e.g., sleep, nutrition) improve student outcomes. Layering this […]

All students at Butler University are required to complete at least one course focused on themes of diversity, equality, and inclusivity. Since 2018, a year-long faculty fellowship program has been working to help ensure that this experience is more than just a box to check. Butler recently established the Social Justice and Diversity (SJD) requirement […]

Butler’s Institute for Well-being launches national assessment to address all aspects of well-being.

The research from Butler’s Dr. India Johnson provides guidance for intentional inclusion in the workplace

The app provides convenient, accessible support through guided excersises meant to help users stress less, move more, and sleep soundly

Organized by the Volunteer Center, the new program provides support for students in need of food assistance

Bon Appétit Management Company, working in partnership with a committee of Butler students and employees, will fund projects to increase the sustainability of the campus food system

As Butler takes action in promoting DEI, a number of important initiatives are already up and running

For Lara Pearson, massage is more than a luxurious spa experience. It’s a key healthcare tool.

Three Butler experts explain the pandemic’s psychological impacts and offer advice for staying well

Student members of this taskforce have transformed how University leaders approach prevention programming

This fall, Counseling Center staff introduce animal-assisted therapy. Meet Scooter, their newest co-worker.