Healthy Illini Podcast

We are joined today with guests from the Counseling Center’s Alcohol and Other Drug Office. Choosing to drink alcohol is a personal choice! We want to provide some information about being safe, drinking in moderation, and guide our students toward resources to keep them well to excel. ----- Want to connect with us? Leave us a voice message through our Anchor Homepage ( anchor.fm/mckinley-health-ce...

Spring Break is right around the corner. Many of you will choose to travel or stay home. We are here today with Roger Hobb's, Admin Nurse at McKinley, to address safety tips to be mindful of regarding travel and taking care of your health and wellbeing while you take time to rest and reboot. Resources: McKinley Health Education Unit - Schedule an appointment with one of our health educators who sp...

With the New Year underway, many people have goals to increase their physical activity. A go-to exercise for most is running. Running brings great benefits to your overall well-being. Hear from McKinley's Athletic Trainer, Michelle Hasselhorst, and our Fitness Educator, Felicia Fordyce, about how to prepare for a run, proper form, and other considerations to put in place before getting started. Ma...

Everyone is on their own health and wellness journey. Two of our very own student athletes, Delaney Rummell with Illinois Softball, and Blake Hayes with Illinois Football, speak about their wellness journey, especially when not in season. They also address sports injuries and how to navigate your wellness during those challenging times. Both welcome continued conversations after the podcast. Liste...

Gambling is hot right now with all the online opportunities, fantasy gaming, sports gambling, and more. Learn about the legal side you need to be aware of from one of our UI attorney's at Student Legal Services. They will also share the dangers of gambling and resources to be aware of when taking part. ----- Want to connect with us? Leave us a voice message through our Anchor Homepage ( anchor.fm/...

For many people, students included, that brings thoughts to Valentine’s day and relationships. Today we will hear from one of McKinley's mental health providers about relationships and what type of characteristics can indicate a healthy or an unhealthy relationship.  We will also share ways to nurture relationships and identify resources to help someone who may need to eliminate one. Relation...

When New Year's comes around there is one thing that is often at the top of everyone's list; working out. However, it is often easier said than done. Join McKinley's Fitness Educator Felicia Fordyce for a discussion about excercise and movement, and to learn about different ways you can jump-start your exercise regimen to become more active. Also, learn about upcoming opportunities to enjoy moving...

The University of Illinois Police join us today to talk about safety on campus. There are many tips that will be brought to your attention that may often be taken for granted. Keep yourself, your belongings and others safe while on campus. Learn ways to be proactive and resources to take advantage of. ----- Want to connect with us? Leave us a voice message through our Anchor Homepage ( anchor.fm/m...

Today's discussion focuses on McKinley services and how we are aiming to improve student experiences at McKinley. Our Assistant Director of Program Support Services talks about McKinley's values of safety, quality, service, and how we put those into practice. They also address our interest in hearing feedback from students so we can continue to work toward being leaders in college health for our c...

Campus Recreation provides a welcoming environment with sustainable facilities and programs that inspire the University community to engage in recreation and wellness opportunities. Hear from their staff as they highlight activities from fall semester and showcase what's to come for the spring. ----- Want to connect with us? Leave us a voice message through our Anchor Homepage ( anchor.fm/mckinley...

The Counseling Center provides a broad range of high-quality, innovative, and ethical services that address the psychological, educational, social, and developmental needs of University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign students. Hear from two of their professional staff members about the variety of support they provide students throughout the year. They will touch on highlights from the fall and pr...

Student Affairs is where you live, work out, and hang out. Vice Chancellor Danita Brown-Young will be sharing fall highlights from Student Affairs and spotlight activities, resources and events for the Spring semester. Don’t miss out on learning about how Student Affairs supports you and your Illinois experience. ----- Want to connect with us? Leave us a voice message through our Anchor Homepage (...

Winter break and the holidays can bring a roller coaster of activities, heightened emotions, and extra time. Hear from some of McKinley’s Wellness Peers on some ideas and activities they engage in over break to keep well and occupy themselves. Be sure to take advantage of some self-care activities while home over break. ----- Want to connect with us? Leave us a voice message through our Anchor Hom...

McKinley Health Center, Counseling Center and Campus Recreation will share resources and activities that will help support students during finals. Self care is often at the bottom of the list when feeling stressed. Let us remind you of the importance of taking care of you during finals so you can be well to excel. ----- Want to connect with us? Leave us a voice message through our Anchor Homepage...

The second and final part to the Grief and Loss conversation.  The pandemic brought many people unexpected loss from losing loved ones to missing out on rites of passage like starting college. Join our guests as they address grief and loss from a holistic perspective. The two-part episode will hit on signs and concerns around grief to how to help someone who is grieving. ----- Want to connect...

The pandemic brought many people unexpected loss from losing loved ones to missing out on rites of passage like starting college. Join our guests as they address grief and loss from a holistic perspective. The two-part episode will hit on signs and concerns around grief to how to help someone who is grieving.   RESOURCES:  McKinley Health Center – Schedule an appointment with a primary p...

The holidays are upon us! Shopping for friends and loved ones is fun, but it’s also exhausting and can put a dent in our bank accounts. The financial peers from U of I Extension will share tips for shopping on a budget and how to get through the season without feeling financially drained. ----- Want to connect with us? Leave us a voice message through our Anchor Homepage ( anchor.fm/mckinley-healt...

A discussion on Smoking and Vaping and effects these can have on your overall health and wellbeing. ----- Want to connect with us? Leave us a voice message through our Anchor Homepage ( anchor.fm/mckinley-health-center ) or email us at mhcmarketing@illinois.edu . Also, be sure to follow us on our social media pages for more health and wellness content. Instagram: @mckinleyhealthcenter ( https://ww...

Alcohol is just like any other food or beverage that we put in our bodies. Therefore, balance and moderation are important. But it’s also important to look at the things we do and choices we make prior, during, and after we’re done drinking. One of McKinley’s Dietitian’s and a McKinley Nutrition Peer shed light on the conversation about nutrition and alcohol and how it impacts your wellbeing. ----...

Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that's related to changes in seasons. SAD symptoms usually begin in the fall and continue into the winter months. Learn more about SAD and how light therapy might be a solution for you. ----- Want to connect with us? Leave us a voice message through our Anchor Homepage ( anchor.fm/mckinley-health-center ) or email us at mhcmarketing@illinoi...

Neck and back pain is so common among college-age students. Overloading your backpack, lack of exercise, and poor posture can be contributing factors. Today we are talking with McKinley’s Physical Therapist about back health, posture, and ergonomics. Learn how to improve your back and neck discomfort along with ways to reduce injury. ----- Want to connect with us? Leave us a voice message through...

Tune in to hear the stories and perspective of two of McKinley's staff members who were affected by breast cancer. Connect with the conversation, interesting insight and the importance of prevention. For resources and support check out the list of resources in our description. Want to connect with us? Leave us a voice message through our Anchor Homepage ( anchor.fm/mckinley-health-center ) or emai...

College students and stress often go together. Tune into this week's podcast to hear from McKinley's Stress Management Peers and a mental health perspective to help you manage and navigate your stress in a more healthful manner. This two-part episode hits on understanding stress, coping techniques, resources and more. ----- Want to connect with us? Leave us a voice message through our Anchor Homep...

College students and stress often go together. Tune into this week's podcast to hear from McKinley's Stress Management Peers and a mental health perspective to help you manage and navigate your stress in a more healthful manner. This two-part episode hits on understanding stress, coping techniques, resources and more. ----- Want to connect with us? Leave us a voice message through our Anchor Homep...

Tune into this special episode of the Healthy Illini Podcast for Homecoming Week! McKinley providers share their Illinois story when they attended the University. For more information: https://homecoming.illinois.edu/ ----- Want to connect with us? Leave us a voice message through our Anchor Homepage ( anchor.fm/mckinley-health-center ) or email us at mhcmarketing@illinois.edu . Also be sure to fo...