Welcome to the Wellness Center!

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We are a clearinghouse for information and tools on a variety of student wellness issues. We strive to establish a population of "wellness-seekers" who not only avoid illness, but pursue the development and understanding of their emotions, relationships and surrounding environment.
Come by to check out our Wellness Library or to schedule a massage, acupuncture or nutrition consultation!

News and Updates

Health and Wellness Outside the Hedges

After Ike: What Can I Do To Help?
Many students have expressed interest in volunteering with aid and clean-up efforts after Hurricane Ike. Get involved both on and off campus to make a positive difference.

User Friendly Health Tool Online
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has released a more user-friendly version of healthfinder.gov. The site offers quick and easy information and tools to help people stay healthy and prevent disease.

Magical Munchies
MSN -- Can you lose weight without giving up snacking? You can still eat frequently with these convenient snacks.

A Voice for Eating Disorders
New York Times -- How does an eating disorder take over someone’s life? Is it a matter of losing control or trying to seize it? Eight men, women and children tell of their struggles with anorexia, bulimia and other forms of eating disorders.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Fresh Start: FREE Smoking Cessation Program

4 lunchtime sessions, beginning Nov. 11 -- A $330 value!

Nirvana Sessions -- RMC Chapel

Tuesdays, 5-5:20 PM

Wednesdays, 12:30-12:50 PM

Thursdays, 3:30-3:50 PM

GENERAL INFO

The Wellness Center

Our building is located next to the Brown Master's House off Entrance 27A. The office is right across the hallway from Health Services.

OFFICE HOURS

Monday -- Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

CLOSED WEEKENDS

PHONE

(713) 348-5194

E-MAIL

wellness[at]rice.edu