Well-Being

Mission: Our mission is to cultivate a thriving campus environment by advancing holistic well-being through student-centered, accessible and collaborative programs and services. Using a one-team approach, we work collectively to support student success and help the Purdue community prioritize well-being as a fundamental part of the student experience.

Student in a session with one of the CARE administrators.

Students will: foster their well-being through a campus-wide community of care by engaging with holistic, student-centered, accessible and collaborative programs and services that make well-being a fundamental part of their Purdue experience.

Competencies: Steps to Leaps pillars

Well-Being: Staying healthy in body, brain and spirit is a life-long journey. Learn strategies to improve your own well-being with steps to security, health and prosperity.

Leadership: Boilermakers have a strong tradition of leadership in their careers and communities. Learn how to tap into your own strengths as you become the next generation of leaders with steps to initiative, guidance and direction.

Impact: Every Boilermaker strives to leave their footprint and world-changing examples can be found throughout Purdue’s rich history. Learn the importance of creating an impact through your everyday actions with steps to modify, touch and influence.

Students working together to improve their environment for the greater good.

Networks: A strong network serves as a resource throughout your life. The tightest networks are created by connections with individuals and require active participation. Learn how to build your network with steps to making connections and bonds.

Grit/Persistence: life is full of ups and downs. Learn strategies to tap into your inner fortitude to overcome challenges and become your best Boilermaker with steps to resolve and character.

Level 1

Level 1 Well-Being Competencies
Core skills:	Well-Being	Leadership	Impact	Networks	Grit/Persistence
Core skills:	Learn about multiple dimensions Self-awareness Identify mind, body, and spirit dimensions; Reflect on habits; Recognize stress signs.	Refer to Leadership, Engagement and Community Area	Learn about effective relationships Self-awareness Understand empathy and listening; Reflect on values; Recognize the importance of creating an impact.	Learn about social connections Self-awareness Identify support systems; Reflect on relationships; Learn and recognize healthy boundaries.	Learn about persistence and balance Self-awareness Recognize responses to challenges; Reflect on motivation; Identify balance strategies.

Level 2

Level 2 Well-Being Competencies
Core skills:	Well-Being	Leadership	Impact	Networks	Grit/Persistence
Core skills:	Skills across dimensions Develop and practice healthy habits Establish healthy routines; Set well-being goals; Practice mindfulness.	Refer to Leadership, Engagement and Community Area	Skills in supporting others Provide feedback; Demonstrate emotional intelligence; Support peers.	Building a support system Relationships and boundaries Take action to create connections; Set boundaries; Communicate needs.	Build skills and habits to overcome challenges Reflective Practices Develop coping strategies; Practice goal-setting; Reflect and adjust.

Level 3

Level 3 Well-Being Competencies
Core skills:	Well-Being	Leadership	Impact	Networks	Grit/Persistence
Core skills:	Integration across domains Thriving practices Apply well-being strategies; Monitor habits; Establish healthy sense of self.	Refer to Leadership, Engagement and Community Area	Peer engagement and leadership Thriving engagement Facilitate discussions; Lead initiatives; Empower others.	Enhancing and deepening relationships Thriving networks Strengthen relationships; Foster trust; Navigate dynamics.	Adopt a growth mindset across domains Thriving in challenge Embrace challenges; Demonstrate perseverance; Encourage persistence.

Beyond

Beyond Well-Being Competencies
Core skills:	Well-Being	Leadership	Impact	Networks	Grit/Persistence
Core skills:	Promote well-being in community Leverage strengths Advocate for well-being; Mentor others; Foster well-being culture.	Refer to Leadership, Engagement and Community Area	Advance support and influence in community Leverage strengths Build coalitions; Mentor leaders; Advocate for improvements.	Cultivate connections in community Leverage strengths Build effective communities; Connect resources; Promote belonging.	Build resilience and growth in community Leverage strengths Share success stories; Facilitate support and growth discussions; Lead resilience initiatives.