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Wellness Center

                          SERVICES OFFERED

 

Athletic Training

Anonymous HIV Testing

Exercise/Fitness Counseling

Electronic Wellness Assessment

Dietary/Nutrition Counseling

Educational Programming

Massage Therapy

Wellness Screening

Special Programming

*Only UW students are eligible to utilize Wellness Center Services*

**Must present a valid UW student ID**

**All services are paid for with student fees EXCEPT Massages and supplies from Athletic Training visits.**

 

Athletic Training

Not available during the summer.

 

Anonymous HIV Testing

The University of Wyoming Wellness Center now offers free, anonymous HIV testing and counseling to UW students.  Anonymous testing means no record of identity (e.g., name or contact information) will be kept.  We will, however, obtain basic demographic information (e.g., ethnicity, age, sex, etc.) for data collection purposes.

We utilize the OraSure Testing procedure, which is less invasive than a blood test.  This procedure involves swabbing the inside of the cheek to collect HIV-Type I antibodies. The error rate of this test is approximately 2%.  If an individual tests “positive”, it will be recommended that he/she take a blood test at UW Student Health for $10.  Additionally, individuals who test positive will be asked to change their identity from anonymous to confidential.  This change will allow us to connect you with the Wyoming State Health Department and other appropriate services.  For individuals whose test results are “inconclusive”, the option of taking an additional OraSure test will be provided, or it will be recommended that he/she take a blood test.

Following the test, a card with an ID number will be provided.  Presenting this card and ID number are the only way results can be obtained, so please bring it with you when you return to get the test results.  Results will not be given by phone or email.  Test results will be available after 2 weeks. 

Students need to call ahead to schedule an appointment(766-3546). Please note  Please note, no name or contact information will be obtained when scheduling an appointment.

Hours for HIV Testing Clinic

Monday - Friday 10am - 2pm

 

Electronic Wellness Assessment

We currently offer the TestWell Wellness Inventory.  This program consists of 100 items that provide a broad assessment of an individual's current state of holistic wellness.  Information about strengths and weaknesses are provided.  If interested, students are welcome to discuss their scores with our staff in order to generate a behavior change plan to increase personal wellness.  It is recommended that students call ahead to make an appointment for this service early in the semester.  This test usually takes 10-15 minutes to complete.  There is no cost for this service, as it is paid for with student fees.

 

Dietary/Nutrition Counseling

We offer individual nutrition assessment and dietary programs to UW students.  This service is intended to help students develop healthy eating habits, which is important for reducing long-term weight-related complications (e.g., obesity, heart disease, etc.). Our nutrition consultants are senior-level dietetic students who work under the supervision of a UW faculty member.  Appointments are made based on the availability of the nutrition consultants.  There is no fee for this service, as it is paid for with student fees.  Prior to the first appointment, students are required to complete appropriate paperwork.  We ask that a valid UW student ID be presented.

 

Educational Programming

The Wellness Center currently offers several outreach programs that focus on preventive health and health-promotion issues.  Topics include:

  • sexual health

  • men's health issues

  • stress management

  • time management

  • alcohol use and risky sexual behavior

  • health and wellness

If you would like more information about having us as a guest speaker on any of these topics, or other health-related topics, please contact Andrea Coryell, M.S. at (307)766-2712 or coryell@uwyo.edu. 

 

Exercise/Fitness Counseling

We offer individual fitness assessment and exercise programs to UW students.  This service is intended to help students develop a physically healthy lifestyle, which is important for reducing long-term health-related complications (e.g., obesity, heart disease, etc.). Our current exercise consultant is Kerry Brown. His credentials include:

  • Master of Science: Health, Physical Education, Exercise, & Recreation, Specialization: Sports Science (2006)
  • B.A. Health Promotions and Management & Psychology (2004)
  • Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
  • CPR Certified

The first consultation is free and each personal training hour session is $5. Prior to the first appointment, students are required to complete appropriate paperwork.  We ask that a valid UW student ID be presented.

 

Massage Therapy

We currently contract with Amy Hollon (LMT), who is a liscensed massage therapist. The types of massage available include:

  • Swedish massage

  • deep tissue massage

  • sports massage

  • injury massage 

Appointments are based on the availability of the massage therapist.  Prior to making the first appointment, all students are required to come to the Wellness Center and complete appropriate paperwork.  Appointments thereafter can be made by phone.  We also ask that a valid UW student ID be presented.  Rates for UW Students are $30 per hour and $15 per half hour.  Gift certificates are available.  As part of our No-Show/Cancellation policy, we require that cancellations be made at least 24 business hours in advance of the appointment.  If this requirement is not met, or if a client is a no-show, the appropriate expense will be charged to the individual's student account.  We ask that all payments be made with exact cash or personal check to: Amy Hollon.   We do not accept credit cards.

Massage can offer a number of benefits, including:

  • relaxation

  • reduction of stress

  • quicker recovery from injury

  • enhancement of the immune system 

However, there are several contraindications for massage.  Please click the contraindications link for more information.

Fall 2007 Massage Hours:

Monday: 12-5

Tuesday/Thursday:10-1

Friday:12-4

 

Wellness Screenings

As part of our effort to promote healthy lifestyles, the Wellness Center offers a brief health screening for UW students.  Screenings are available by appointment or on a walk-in basis.  There is no fee for this service, as it is paid for with student fees.  We ask that a valid UW student ID be presented.  This service includes:

Special Programming

The Wellness Center offers a number of programs throughout the year.  Current programs include:

Steps to A New You

Wellness Fitness Challenge

Men's Health Program