Wellness Center
Health Promotions
Wellness Ambassador Program
Who are the Wellness Ambassadors?
The Wellness Ambassadors are peer educators who educate and empower the Rollins community to grow in the Nine Dimensions of Wellness. They plan and implement wellness events/initiatives and collaborate with faculty, staff, and students in programming that enhances student well-being. With the support of the Health Promotions team, Wellness Ambassadors develop skills in planning and implementing events and campaigns, increase their social networks, and improve their public speaking skills.
Eligibility Requirements
- Enrolled as a degree-seeking undergraduate student at Rollins.
- Attend Foundations of Peer Health Education Course on Tuesdays (Common Hour) in the Fall and Spring semesters.
- Commit to two consecutive Fall and Spring semesters of service for one academic year.
- Conduct 10 hours of direct campus outreach each semester.
- Available for a three-day orientation in August.
Position Benefits
- Four academic credit hours for the Wellness Ambassador position.
- Engagement in interactive learning.
- Leadership experience.
- Development of interpersonal and communication skills.
Program Highlights
- Creative freedom and practical support to realize your vision for a healthier Rollins.
- Exclusive enrollment in the Foundations of Peer Health Education course sequence.
- Multiple team-building retreats, including an intensive three-day orientation.
- In-depth experiential learning of wellness outreach methods, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
- Promote the Nine Dimensions of Wellness campus-wide.
Becoming a Wellness Ambassador
Applications for Wellness Ambassadors open in March; prospective Wellness Ambassadors apply each March for the following Fall and Spring semesters. The application process involves an online application and interview with Wellness Center staff. Students selected to be Wellness Ambassadors serve in the program for the academic year. Elevate your Rollins experience by joining the Wellness Ambassador Program! Dive into a dynamic role as a peer educator, inspiring the Rollins community to flourish in the Nine Dimensions of Wellness. Picture yourself with creative freedom and hands-on support to bring your vision for a healthier Rollins to life.
Learn More
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Wellness Street Fair
An annual event, the Wellness Street Fair brings the Central Florida community together to celebrate the Nine Dimensions of Wellness on Rollins Campus. For the latest on the Wellness Street Fair, follow Rollins Wellness on MyRollins, Instagram, and GetInvolved!