Further Information
Background
The Health Promotion Unit was established at UWA in 2002. It has pioneered multiple projects through the award-winning Fit for Study Program which aims to reinforce the link between optimum health and academic performance.
The key philosophy of Fit for Study is that positive student engagement in academic study requires a level of physical, psychological, emotional and social wellbeing and that a healthy student can be positively influenced by the extent to which the University offers an enriched and supportive learning environment.
Goals
The Fit for Study program aims to:
These goals are embedded into each Fit for Study project.
Meet the Team
Fit for Study is managed by a small, passionate and professional team that is student focussed, and dedicated to supporting young people to maintain and improve their health and wellbeing.
- Tricia Wylde - Manager, Fit for Study Program
- Emma Boyne - Senior Project Officer, Mentally Healthy Campus Strategy
- Emma Hawkins - Senior Health Promotion Officer, SHARE Project, International Student Projects
- Kasey Hartung - Health Promotion Coordinator, Alcohol & Other Drug Strategy, Peer Education Project
The success and sustainability of Fit for Study would not be possible without the contribution of previous staff, and the diverse network of partners and volunteers that have supported the program.
University information
CRICOS Code: 00126G
