Advocates
- 2011 Advocate of the Year: Vicki Cooper
- Who can become an Advocate?
- Who are the current Advocates?
- What is the time commitment?
- What are the requirements for being an Advocate?
- How do Advocates promote enthusiasm and participation in Health & Wellness programs?
- How do I become an Advocate?
- How do I get removed from the list?
Congratulations to 2011 Advocate of the Year: Vicki Cooper!
Health & Wellness Program Manager Jody Ensman (left) and Vicki Cooper. |
Vicki Cooper, who has been a Wellness Advocate for over a decade, defines the true meaning of advocacy. She has been a leader in Body Shop Group Fitness, by helping to secure rooms and by actively encouraging others to attend classes. For example, she was instrumental in getting Basic Yoga started. Vicki has volunteered with the Annual Wellness Conference many times. She is excellent at spreading the word to get others involved with UK Health &Wellness. Thank you, Vicki, for your hard work on behalf of wellness! |
Our Health & Wellness Advocates are vital to our mission. You do not have to be an accomplished athlete or wellness guru to be a Health & Wellness Advocate! We are looking for everyday people who have a sincere interest in sharing the Health & Wellness message. Any UK employee, retiree, or their spouses/sponsored dependents can become an Advocate.
Who are the current Advocates?
Click here for a list of current Advocates. (PDF)
Health & Wellness Advocates are asked to volunteer for at least one year, and to distribute information once or twice a month, as you receive it. We hold two Advocate meetings each year, which are announced via e-mail.
What are the requirements for being an Advocate?
- Each Advocate must represent UK Health & Wellness in a positive manner that reflects the mission and goals of the department.
- Advocates are required to attend at least one meeting each calendar year. Otherwise, we will assume that you are no longer an Advocate.
- Advocates must promote participation in UK Health & Wellness programs and events by distributing flyers and/or e-mails and acting as a representative of Health & Wellness in the UK community.
How do Advocates promote enthusiasm and participation in Health & Wellness programs?
- Creating or assisting with a marketing display such as a Health & Wellness bulletin board in your office suite.
- Distributing promotional flyers/brochures.
- Making “What's going on in Health & Wellness?” announcements in staff meetings.
- Using departmental distribution lists to send e-mails about new or upcoming programs.
- Ensuring that Health & Wellness News inserts are available to department employees.
- Informally encouraging co-workers to get involved in Health & Wellness.
- Passing along any departmental requests for programming to the Health & Wellness staff.
If you'd like to join our Advocate team, please e-mail us or call the Health & Wellness office at (859) 257-WELL (9355).
How do I get removed from the list?
To be taken off the Advocate list, simply notify the Health & Wellness office by phone at 257-9355 or e-mail.
Please note: Only University of Kentucky employees, retirees, spouses, and sponsored dependents are eligible for UK Health & Wellness services and programs.
