Holistic Well-being

The Department of Physical Education and Recreation supports the holistic well-being of our University of Oregon community.  A six-domain model of well-being is used to help educate, advocate for, and advance the well-being of UO students, faculty members, and staff. 

Graphic that illustrates the model of Holistic Well-being, with Active Balanced Lives in the center, surrounded by the six domains of Mind and Body, Equity and Inclusion, Belonging, Career and Financial, Purpose, and Sustainability.

MIND AND BODY

Identifying and caring for physical and emotional needs, and the awareness of the mind-body connection and its role in holistic well-being.
Student Outcome(s): Positive Experience, Well Educated, Socially Responsible

EQUITY AND INCLUSION

Understanding one’s own background and identities and how they might differ from others in our multicultural world. Respecting diverse cultures and supporting an inclusive environment.
Student Outcome(s): Positive Experience, Well Educated, Socially Responsible, Career Ready

BELONGING 

Meaningful relationships and cultivating a positive support network of friends, positive relationships with family members, and healthy intimacy. Strengthening community and sense of belonging through service and shared interests.
Student Outcome(s): Positive Experience, Socially Responsible

CAREER AND FINANCIAL

Personal development and growth in academics, life skill development, lifelong learning, and engaging new ideas for current or future career. Making responsible decisions to live within established means and setting financial goals today that will positively impact financial future.
Student Outcome(s): Positive Experience, Well Educated, Socially Responsible, Career Ready

PURPOSE

Reflecting on one’s values and beliefs, discerning goals and contributions, exploring cultural perspectives, and identifying steps to achieve goals.
Student Outcome(s): Positive Experience, Well Educated, Socially Responsible, Career Ready

SUSTAINABILITY

Cultivating a healthy space for learning through shared interests in protecting the environment, caring for campus, and advancing the University of Oregon’s future in sustainable ways.
Student Outcome(s): Positive Experience, Well Educated, Socially Responsible

Cost of attendance is the estimated cost to attend the UO for the academic year. The Office of Student Financial Aid and Scholarships provides estimates for cost of attendance information that goes beyond tuition and fees, and includes: living expenses (housing and food), books/supplies/equipment, transportation, and miscellaneous personal expenses.