Western Wellness

Maddy personal training a client who is doing bench presses in the weight room — Personal Training Program

Our personal training program is designed to assist students, faculty and staff in reaching their fitness goals. The certified personal trainers on staff will provide excellent motivation and instruction while taking the client through a comprehensive workout that is unique to each client’s needs and goals.

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Group of people playing pickleball with a net — Open Pickleball at the SRC

The Student Recreation Center now has pickleball courts available in our newly remodeled indoor tennis court area. We have set aside times in the facility for open, drop-in pickleball. There is no charge to play pickleball, when available, but you must have SRC access or purchase a guest pass.

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Welcome to Western Wellness, a comprehensive employee wellness program for all WMU employees no matter their benefit status. You are an essential part of the WMU community with an employer willing to invest in you and your health and well-being. Western has partnered with trusted third-party vendor Holtyn & Associates since 2006 to provide wellness services including individual health assessments and coaching sessions, educational programs, online resources, and health challenges—optimizing your well-being.

In addition, Western Wellness includes fitness classes, educational programs focused on the aspects of WMU Well-Being Wheel, personal and small group training, special events and so much more!

National Faculty & Staff Health Assessment (NFSHA)

All WMU full and part-time employees are invited to participate in the National Faculty & Staff Health Assessment (NFSHA) from March 25 through April 15.

WMU has identified the NFSHA as one of the key metrics in the 2032 Strategic Plan to increase the sense of well-being and safety among faculty and staff. This survey is designed specifically for faculty and staff working on college/university campuses. The data from this survey will assist WMU and the Western Wellness Committee in making data-informed decisions when addressing the most significant employee health needs and trends. Each WMU employee will receive an individualized email to their WMICH account with a link to complete the anonymous and confidential survey.

NFSHA Information

Wellness initiative for benefits-eligible employees

Participation in the Western Wellness program allows benefits-eligible employees, with medical coverage through WMU, a reduction of $240 (approximately $10/pay period) on their health plan contributions throughout the calendar year. To activate this annual wellness incentive, employees must complete a health risk assessment, biometric screening, and a health coaching session by the end of each calendar year to receive the contribution reduction in the following year. The amount may be pro-rated quarterly, depending on when you complete the program requirements.

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Western Wellness FAQ's

Medical Provider Assessment Form

23rd Annual Poker Walk

Join us for the 23rd Annual Poker Walk on Tuesday, May 20, from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. This is event is for all WMU students, faculty and staff to celebrate National Employee Health & Fitness Day!

Poker Walk Registration

Wellness Consortium

Western Wellness is the consortium of services and resources provided at Western Michigan University for the health and wellness of employees. The goal of this group is to bring you valuable, informative, and motivating events to help you gain new skills and knowledge and spur you into action to improve your life.

Health Promotion and Education Holtyn & Associates Human Resources

Sindecuse Health Center University Recreation West Hills Athletic Club

Western Wellness

Personal Training Program

Open Pickleball at the SRC

Holtyn Wellness

WMU Fitness Centers

Wellness Events