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Programs

Culture of Well-Being

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Arts in Academic Medicine with blue background

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The Office for Organizational Well-Being team facilitates individual wellness experiences through opportunities for connection and community building. Arts for Well-Being in Academic Medicine programming is curated to assist in the promotion of wellness and well-being for learners, faculty, and staff within the UK College of Medicine. 

Note: Arts for Well-Being in Academic Medicine is a new program for 2024 and we look forward to providing new experiences as the year unfolds.

Regional Campus Update: We are planning ways to best facilitate AWiAM programs on our regional campuses. More details coming soon!
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Colors and Connection Program

Meet together

Colors and Connection

About: 

Uniquely developed for college communities, (by The Foundation for Art & Healing) the Colors and Connection program uses color as a medium for self-expression, personal reflection, and engagement with others. 

Use color to explore. Discover your thoughts and feelings and experience a sense of connectedness during this fun gathering for all. 

  • No need to be an artist - come as you are! 
  • Materials provided. 
  • No experience necessary. All welcome.

Visit The Foundation for Art & Healing website to learn more about the origins of this program.

Upcoming Classes

Tuesday, July 23 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Willard Science Building
Dean's Conference Room, MN 136 (Register Here)

Monday, Aug. 26 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Willard Science Building
Dean's Conference Room, MN 136 (Register Here)

Tuesday, Sept. 24 11 a.m. - Noon
Willard Science Building
Dean's Conference Room, MN 136 (Register Here)

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Sway2Go

Get Moving

Sway2Go

Sway2Go, TM 2023 University of Kentucky


About:

Have fun learning some of the basic patterns of popular social dances as you participate in Sway2Go. Make new friends, listen to music, reduce stress, exercise - and smile! Build new communities and develop new communication skills through Sway2Go experiences.

Each class is an introduction to a different social dance. 

  • No prior dance knowledge or special equipment required!
  • No dance partner needed. 

Learn more about Sway2Go TM 2023 University of Kentucky
Sway2GoUniversityofKentuckyOfficeofResearch.pdf
 

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Sway2Go

Upcoming Classes

Thursday, June 27 12- 1p.m.
Willard Science Building
Dean's Conference Room MN 136 (Register Here)

Tuesday, July 16 Noon - 1 p.m.
Willard Science Building
Dean's Conference Room MN 135 (Register Here)

Thursday, Aug. 22 3 - 4 p.m.
Willard Science Building
Dean's Conference Room MN 135 (Register Here)
 

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Courtyard Concerts

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Courtyard Concerts

Join us for an hour of live music in Fall 2024. Musicians and singers will perform in the outdoor area nestled in between the UK Dentistry Building and the Willard Science Building.

Music provides a gateway to improved health and wellness, yet it is often overlooked as a mood-enhancing activity in our learning and workspaces. When shared with others, live music experiences contribute to increased social connections and improved perceptions of our environment. Additionally, there is some indication that music contributes positively to stress reduction. We look forward to enjoying a Courtyard Concert with you soon!

Upcoming Dates

Courtyard Concerts schedule will begin in Fall 2024

Concert 1: Thursday, September 19 Noon - 1 p.m.
Dentistry Courtyard / Near Willard Science Building

Concert 2: Thursday, October 17  Noon - 1 p.m.
Dentistry Courtyard / Near Willard Science Building

NOTE: Original Summer Concert Series has been moved to Fall. We look forward to gathering with you then!
 

Department Workshops Available

Submit Your Request

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Group picture outdoors on the rooftop
Group Retreat
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Group photos and quilt from a colors and connection workshop
Hybrid Colors and Connection Workshop
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Several squares fit together to create a colorful paper quilt
Completed Colors and Connection Quilt
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Group standing and laughing together
Staff Well-Being Committee

Thank you so much! This was the highlight of my week!

Colors and Connection Participant