Session Description
What does it mean to be Canada’s healthiest campus? This dynamic panel conversation will explore the University of Waterloo’s living lab approach to well-being through multiple lenses, including research, student and employee experiences, campus services, and community partnerships. Panelists will discuss how cutting-edge research informs health and well-being strategies, including proactive and preventative measures; how these initiatives enhance the student and employee experience, the role of campus services in fostering a thriving community, and how collaborations beyond campus contribute to a culture of well-being.
Following the panel, participants will have the opportunity to engage in a live Q&A and collaborative ideation session to share ideas, ask questions, and contribute to shaping the future of health and well-being for our campus. Join us for an interactive conversation on how we can collectively create a healthier, more supportive campus environment for all.
Waterloo Values:
Thinking Differently; Acting with Purpose; Working Together
Moderator:
Catherine Burns, Professor, Associate Vice President, Health Initiatives
Panelists:
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Donna Rheams, Senior Manager, Wellness & Active Living
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Kalpita Gaitonde, Health Promotion & Evaluation Specialist
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Laura Myers, Director, Employee Health & Accommodations
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Melissa Ireland, Director, Indigenous Relations
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Steve Fischer, Associate Chair of Applied Research, Partnerships & Outreach