ALA 240 Living Well in College and Beyond for Student Leaders

ALA 240 is designed for individuals to integrate research-based strategies that are not only critical for individuals, but also have a ripple effect on those around us: the community we live in and social change in the larger world. This course will focus on exploring leadership theory and wellness competencies alongside the eight dimensions of well-being and how these intersect with college public health concerns and campus culture, such as alcohol, cannabis, and other drugs, loneliness, mental health, health equity, and Student Life's core values of diversity, equity, and inclusion. One weekly lecture introduces key theories and background for the week's focus, with opportunities to connect with the instructional team and your peers. Discussion sessions function as a small-group lab where students translate ideas from lecture into action, applying concepts to everyday, real-life scenarios. Through lecture, dialogue, activities, and readings, the class functions as a lab where students explore holistic well-being, build community, and develop practical skills in emotional intelligence, resilience, empathy, mindfulness, communication, and decision-making for themselves and their communities. Any questions? Please email: [email protected]