The Women for Healthy Lifestyles Gateway

Originally aired on ESPN Classic April 18, 2007 and on ESPNU April 22, 2007,
this is an episode of the show, NCAA on Campus, produced by DLImages

Why Women for Healthy Lifestyles? This community is for students who place a priority on a healthy and active lifestyle. You may already practice this lifestyle or you want to make a change as you transition to college.
Who may apply? All who wish to achieve and maintain a healthy lifestyle and also wish to help others attain this lifestyle are invited to apply.
Will I take classes as part of the community? In addition to your academic schedule you also will take:

MBC 101: Orientation to College (1 credit)
PHE 100: Fitness (1 credit)

What extra-curricular activities will I be participating in? You will participate in health awareness activities and will plan the Girls and Women’s Health Fair and Wellness Walk in conjunction with the Women’s Health Virginia. You may also volunteer with the Women’s Health Initiative. You will also get a personalized fitness and wellness assessment.
Where will I live? You will be assigned to Woodson Residence Hall where you will meet other students who have an active lifestyle priority. Commuter students are welcome, as well.
Meet the staff. Irene Sarnelle, associate professor of health and physical education, will be your community leader. Other faculty and staff in the Athletics and Wellness department will also be your guides.
Beyond the First Year. Continued work as Wellness mentors on campus. Assist the next freshman Women for Healthy Lifestyles community with programming.
How do I apply? Talk with your admissions counselor and let her know this choice is for you.

“At MBC, I have become more aware of my health as well as how important it is to be involved in something outside of academics. Playing volleyball since my freshman year has developed my leadership and wellness.”

Kara Jenkins ’11
Student Athletic Council chairwoman