VCOM - Virginia 2016 Yearbook

Via Wellness

From left: Alex Ambrose Spiritual Discipline Chair Victoria Kelly Physical Discipline Chair Luke Perry Intellectual Discipline Chair Abby Russell Social Discipline Chair

T he purpose of the Via Wellness program is to promote a healthy mind,

options with the opportunity to request approval of others, include VCOM Olympics physical events, Research Day, orientation and international mission trips. At the end of each academic year, students can receive a bronze, silver or gold level status depending on the number of points achieved. In addition, the three participants VCOM Focus is another initiative of Via Wellness as it recognizes the visual impact of the world that VCOM as a community interacts with daily and how this empowers lives. This project embraces the values of VCOM’s faculty, staff and students. The Initiative incorporates four quarterly segments, each with highest scores are recognized each year.

targeting a specific theme/ concept that relates to the College's values. Photos may be of anything that speaks to the theme. Each segment awards a first, second and third place with the winning photograph being displayed in a building on campus in addition to the awards. Participation in VCOM Focus also earns the individuals Via Wellness points.

body and spirit. The program provides enrichment to campus life through a wide variety of sports, fitness and exercise, as well as social, cultural and spiritual events. Students, faculty, staff and their family members are welcome to participate in all Via Wellness activities. Throughout the year, students have the opportunity to take part in activities hosted by a number of organizations throughout campus in which they can earn Via Wellness points. These points represent the student's participation in events that expand their experiences in physical, spiritual, intellectual/vocational, or social activities. These activities, totaling 100 approved

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