Student Health and Wellness Programs

Student Health and Wellness Programs

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About Us

Eight circles, each containing a dimension of wellness:  Emotional, Spiritual, Intellectual, Physical, Environmental, Financial, Occupational, Social

Student Health and Wellness Programs (SHWP) at the University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo provides systems of holistic care that integrate education and prevention efforts. One of our goals and we strive to promote is based on the eight dimesions of well-being which includes social, physical, mental, environmental, spiritual, intellectual, occupational, and financial. The eight dimensions of well-being are essential because they address many facets of a person’s life and promotes overall health and balance. The eight dimensions of wellness are: Emotional, Spiritual, Intellectual, Physical, Environmental, Financial, Occupational, and Social well-being.

Mission

Our multidisciplinary team of professionals embraces a holistic and collaborative approach to offering excellent, accessible, and a diversity of programs with respect and compassion to students and the university community.

Vision

UH Hilo’s Student Health and Wellness Program, a beacon to the UH campus and surrounding community, will be an evidence-based model of excellence designed to support UH Hilo students’ pursuit of their academic and life goals.

Values

Respect

which is in evidence when we:

  • Hold all information shared in strict confidence.
  • Empower students to become full participants in maintaining and enhancing their well-being.

Quality

which is in evidence when we:

  • Provide compassionate, empathetic and caring medical, mental health, and preventative services designed to meet the evolving needs of a dynamic campus community.
  • Provide personalized and integrated medical, counseling and prevention services based on contemporary standards of care.

Collaboration

which is in evidence when we:

  • Work together with students and colleagues across the campus and community to facilitate student success.
  • Recognize the strengths and differences of each individual and acknowledge the professional expertise of different disciplines.

Social Justice

which is in evidence when we:

  • Affirm the equality of all persons and the value of their cultures, ideas, and beliefs.
  • Offer high quality services that are timely, accessible and affordable for all students.

Related Services and Programs

Assistant Director of Fitness and Wellness

Valerie Yamaki

Assistant Director of Fitness and Wellness; Lecturer, Kinesiology & Exercise Sciences

(808) 932-7748

vyamaki@hawaii.edu

Student Life Center, room 124

Meet the Student Staff

Ian Scarth

Hi my name is Ian Scarth and I’m a Student Peer Health Educator at the Student Life Center. This job is different every day and offers diverse skill development. I’ve worked on event coordination, social media management, digital artwork, helping the Imua fitness classes run smoothly, and updating our website. I’m studying Ecology, Evolution, and Conservation Biology and working towards a Data Science Certificate. I also serve as a Senator-at-large for UHHSA, Vice President of the Political Science Club, and Member at-large for Robotics Club.

I’m from Idaho and most of my family lives here in Hawaiʻi, so this is home to me. I teach yoga at the SLC six days a week. I love playing music and singing with friends, free diving and scuba diving, hiking, surfing, and anything outside. I hope to see you at the beach or around campus! A hui hou!