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Howard University

Commitment

Started on September 21, 2015
3 year commitment | View progress

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 Howard University.

On September 21, 2015, Howard University teamed up with PHA to meet 23 guidelines, all with an eye toward shaping good habits for our future leaders and parents. Over three years, Howard University 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 more than 10,000 students and over 3,000 members of the faculty and staff on campus each year, Howard University’s changes will have a major impact on healthier living now and for generations to come.

Learn more about the Healthier Campus Initiative guidelines and how to
get involved here.

95% of students are not meeting recommendations for fruit and vegetable intake and 64% are not meeting recommendations for physical activity.

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