University of Pennsylvania
Going off to college signals a time of newfound independence for young adults, who are suddenly able to make their own choices about what they eat and how much activity they get – or don’t get. But college and university students, faculty and staff now find themselves in healthier environments thanks to the work being done by PHA partners like University of Pennsylvania (UPenn).
On September 21, 2015, UPenn became the first Ivy League institution to team up with PHA to meet 23 guidelines, all with an eye toward shaping good habits for our future leaders and parents. Over three years, UPenn will make changes such as providing healthier food and beverage options in dining venues, creating opportunities for physical activity and offering wellness programming on campus. With nearly 25,000 students and more than 17,000 members of the faculty and staff on campus each year, UPenn’s changes will have an impact on healthier living now and for generations to come.
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Nearly 1 in 5 high school students would skip applying to a college based on a campus’ health and wellness offerings.
Our Work In Motion
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PHA Announces Newest Healthier Campus Initiative Partners
12 colleges and universities have committed to expand healthier options across their campuses. With these colleges and universities on board, PHA now boasts a roster of 38 campus partners spanning 25 states.
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6 Habits of Healthier Campuses
Millennials and Generation Z dominate college and university campuses, and according to Nielsen, they are all about healthier options. Across the country, colleges and universities are stepping up to the challenge.