Supporting the well-being of our people, places and planet

The Well-being Collective at the University of Michigan is a collaborative effort focused on making U-M a better place to live, work and learn for our students, faculty and staff by implementing a system-wide approach to supporting well-being across our campus.

Our Common Agenda

A collaborative effort focused on making U-M a better place to live, work and learn for our students, faculty and staff by implementing a systemwide approach to supporting well-being across our campus.

The Okanagan Charter

Our efforts are guided by the university's adoption of an international charter that calls upon schools and colleges to embed health into all aspects of campus culture.

Continuum of Care

The University of Michigan and Michigan Medicine provide a robust continuum of care supporting the well-being and mental health of our students, faculty, and staff.

Vision 2034: Look to Michigan for Health & Well-being

U-M aspires to become a model of excellence for meeting the public health challenges facing our society, as well as addressing the needs within our U-M campus communities.

Our Progress

Learn about our common agenda and the four themes outlined by the Student Mental Health Innovative Approaches Review Committee.

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About

U-M recognizes its vital role in supporting the well-being of others and is committed to incorporating health-promoting values and principles into its mission, vision and strategic plans.

Mattering at Michigan

Mattering at Michigan enhances the central human concept of mattering: the belief that an individual brings value to their community and is valued by their community in return.

Goals & Progress

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Wellness courses available

Tools & Resources

How are you feeling? Wherever you are on the continuum we are committed to helping you find the resources you need to grow, thrive and feel your best.

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Stories & News

Read stories and news highlighting the efforts of the U-M community to foster a culture of empathy and compassion, and advancing policy and system-level change.

Upcoming Campus Wellness Events

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Oct 12 Intramural Sports Building @ 7:30am
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Oct 13 East Hall @ 9:00am
Mug of tea graphic image; CommuniTEA, every Tuesday, 12pm-2pm.
Oct 13 Trotter Multicultural Center @ 12:00pm
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Oct 13 Michigan Union @ 1:00pm
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Oct 13 Pierpont Commons @ 2:00pm
Walkarounds in Amsterdam.
Oct 14 Chrysler Center @ 12:00pm