We are proud to be one of the original NWI student chapters in the country. Our mission as a student chapter is to:

- Create an awareness of the importance for developing and maintaining a high level of wellness among members of the Rowan community and
- Develop future health promotion leaders.

Chapter membership provides students with the opportunity to gain valuable experience and begin building a professional network while in school. Active members are better prepared and in higher demand for internships and job opportunities upon graduation. In the past, chapter projects have included hosting a regional Health Promotion Student Conference, implementation of a campus-wide blood pressure screening and presentations and internships at several regional and national conferences.

The National Wellness Institute is an international organization for health promotion professionals. It is one of the leading non-profit organizations dedicated to enhancing the personal and organizational health and well-being of individuals and communities in worksite, community, educational and health care settings.

Each year, we help fund NWI chapter members to attend national conferences. We also award 4 Outstanding Service Awards ($200 toward the certification of your choice) each spring to our most active members.

Spring 2007

Laurie Dwyer, Assistant Director of Fitness and Wellness, Rowan University Recreation Center   February 26, 2007

Brian Mahoney, Exercise Specialist, Plus One Health Management                                                              March 19, 2007

Alan Forte, Owner, Fitness Forte of Mullica Hill

                                                             April 2, 2007

Karen Mann, YMCA Program Director

                                                             April 16, 2007      

Note:  Brian, Alan and Karen are graduates of the Rowan University HPFM program.  Come out to hear these great speakers!