WMU Health Promotion and Education

WMU Health Promotion and Education HPE's focus is to create a culture of equitable well-being to enhance the success for all at WMU.

Dorothea Dix was a pioneer of mental health reform who challenged injustice and fought for humane treatment. Her efforts...
03/20/2026

Dorothea Dix was a pioneer of mental health reform who challenged injustice and fought for humane treatment. Her efforts transformed care systems and gave a voice to those often ignored.

Her legacy reminds us that real change begins with awareness and compassion.

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National Sleep Week Wrap-Up 😴This week we explored how sleep affects our bodies—from melatonin and cortisol to growth ho...
03/13/2026

National Sleep Week Wrap-Up 😴

This week we explored how sleep affects our bodies—from melatonin and cortisol to growth hormone and hunger hormones like leptin and ghrelin. Sleep plays a critical role in your mental health, physical health, energy, and focus.

Prioritizing 7–9 hours of quality sleep each night can improve mood, strengthen immunity, support heart health, and enhance memory.

💤 Good sleep is not a luxury—it’s essential for overall well-being.

Let’s continue building healthy sleep habits beyond National Sleep Week! 🌙

🟢 Leptin – signals that you are full🟠 Ghrelin – signals that you are hungryWhen you don’t get enough sleep:⬇️ Leptin dec...
03/12/2026

🟢 Leptin – signals that you are full
🟠 Ghrelin – signals that you are hungry

When you don’t get enough sleep:
⬇️ Leptin decreases
⬆️ Ghrelin increases

This can make you feel hungrier and crave more high-calorie foods the next day.

Getting enough quality sleep helps keep these hormones balanced and supports healthy eating habits.

Sleep is when your body repairs and grows. 💤During deep sleep, your body releases growth hormone, which helps with:Muscl...
03/11/2026

Sleep is when your body repairs and grows. 💤

During deep sleep, your body releases growth hormone, which helps with:
Muscle repair
Tissue growth
Metabolism
Overall recovery

When we don’t get enough quality sleep, this important process can be disrupted.

Prioritizing good sleep habits helps your body recover, restore, and function at its best.

We hope you're all enjoying your spring break and getting some well-deserved rest!
03/09/2026

We hope you're all enjoying your spring break and getting some well-deserved rest!

03/04/2026

👑Presenting You Beautiful Black Women👑

Join us for a night dedicated to celebrating, empowering, and honoring the Black women on our campus 🤎

Black Girls Rock is open to ALL — come enjoy dinner, live DJ vibes, empowerment, and an unforgettable evening.

🗓 March 29
⏰ 6–9 PM
📍 Student Center Ballroom A&B
👗 Attire: Semi-Formal

Let’s celebrate excellence, beauty, and sisterhood. We can’t wait to see you there! 🖤✨

03/04/2026

Reminder, Broncos!

Student Sustainability Grant deadline is almost here.
Submit your application by March 5, 2026. At 11:59 p.m.
Don’t wait until the last minute, get it in and fund your ideas!

More information visit our link: wmich.edu/sustainability/office/grants

National Sleep Week is here! ✨🌙🗓️ March 8 – March 14Join us for a week-long Instagram campaign all about sleep, science,...
03/03/2026

National Sleep Week is here! ✨🌙

🗓️ March 8 – March 14
Join us for a week-long Instagram campaign all about sleep, science, and self-care

Every day, we’ll be sharing:
🧠 Sleep facts & hormones
❤️ How sleep supports heart health
⚡ Energy & mood regulation
📊 Interactive stories, polls & challenges

Sleep isn’t just about feeling rested — it regulates cortisol, balances hunger hormones, supports your immune system, and protects your heart.
Get ready to learn, reflect, and participate all week long.
Turn on notifications and join the conversation!

This is the serotonin boost we needed for today! 💙 Happy Friday!
02/27/2026

This is the serotonin boost we needed for today! 💙 Happy Friday!

Join us for a Human Trafficking Prevention Training with SAFE Place and the School of Social Work! This is a great oppor...
02/26/2026

Join us for a Human Trafficking Prevention Training with SAFE Place and the School of Social Work! This is a great opportunity for folks interested in learning more about the different ways human trafficking can look and what we can do to help keep people safe in our communities.

02/24/2026

Thinking about a career in Occupational Therapy?
Join our OT Unpacked Virtual Information Session to learn about the profession, education pathways, and real student experiences.
🗓 Tuesday, March 3
⏰ 7 PM
💻 Virtual Session

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