Dimensions of Wellness
Better Wellness Starts Here
You can improve your quality of life and learn to thrive through challenges– and we're here to help. By building everyday habits and changing behaviors one step at a time, you will reach your ultimate wellbeing.
LSU Wellness Wheel
The LSU Wellness Wheel is based on leading wellness research and includes ten dimensions of wellness that contribute to your overall health and wellbeing. The dimensions of wellness are interconnected, therefore attention should be given to each one of them. They do not need to be equally balanced; instead, you should aim for a balance that feels authentic to you.
Dimensions of Wellness & Campus Resources
Kickstart your life-long wellness journey, explore the network of on-campus resources below related to each dimension. Take the Wellness Quiz to identify more personalized resources offered by your academic college. Download a printable version of all the resources below. If you have trouble accessing this resource, contact healthpromotion@lsu.edu.
Physical
Maintain a healthy physical body with routine health screenings and good exercise, nutrition, and sleep habits.
- LSU Dining: meal plans, navigating food allergies and dietary restrictions
- Medical Clinic, Student Health Center: health screenings, sleep and nutrition support
- University Recreation: fitness classes, trainers, and equipment
Cultural
Gain awareness and appreciation for your own culture and the cultural identities of others.
- Academic Abroad Programs: study abroad programs and advising
- Office of Engagement & Impact: cultural celebrations and engagement centers
- International Cultural Center: support and connection with LSU's global community
Social
Maintain a sense of connection, belonging, and a well-developed support system.
- Campus Life: campus traditions, club involvement, leadership, and community service
- Office of Civil Rights & Title IX: bias/discrimination investigation and resolution
- Collegiate Recovery Community: meetings, support, and events for students in recovery from addiction or substance use disorders
- Greek Life: club involvement, leadership, and community service
- LSU Affinity Centers: African American Cultural Center, Intercultural Center, Women's Center, LGBTQ+ Center, Military & Veterans Student Center, and International Cultural Center
- Residential Life: on-campus living
- University Recreation: intramural and club sports
Financial
Gain the tools and knowledge to make smart financial decisions and achieve financial stability.
- LSU Financial Aid & Scholarships: financial aid counseling
- LSU Food Pantry: free, supplemental food
- Student Financial Management Center: budget and personal finance support
Environmental
Cultivate an environment that supports your health, safety, and wellbeing.
- LSU Campus Sustainability: sustainable living, education, services, and events
- LSU Police Department: Shield personal safety app, education, and response
- University Recreation: outdoor adventure programs and equipment
Intellectual
Foster your creative abilities and find ways to expand knowledge and skills.
- Center for Academic Success: academic coaching, tutoring, and supplemental instruction
- Office of Disability Services: auxiliary aids and academic accommodations
- LSU Libraries: study space and research support with subject specialists, and Wellness Hub
Emotional
Expand your capabilities to express your emotions in healthy ways and cope with everyday life stressors.
- LSU Cares: campus-wide network to support students of concern
- Mental Health Service, Student Health Center: mental health therapy, group therapy, and stress management coaching
- ThePhone: 24-hour crisis and emotional support call/text line at 225-924-5781
Sexual
Approach sexuality and sexual relationships in a safe, respectful, and positive way.
- Office of Civil Rights & Title IX: sexual misconduct education, reporting, response, investigation, and resolution
- The Lighthouse Program, Student Health Center: confidential, free interpersonal violence support, advocacy, prevention, and evidence collection
- Sexual Health & Gynecology Clinic, Student Health Center: free HIV testing, other STI testing, sexual health education, and free safer sex and abstinence packs
- Women's Center and LGBTQ+ Center: free safer sex supplies, anonymous pregnancy tests, and rapid HIV tests
Occupational
Find personal satisfaction and enrichment in your career or professional work.
- LSU Career Center: career exploration and readiness programs, career coaching, on-campus student employment, and job search preparation
- Center for Freshman Year and Center for Advising & Counseling: academic advising for class schedules and major
Spiritual
Maintain a sense of purpose and meaning in your life through spiritual wellness.
- Interfaith Prayer & Meditation Room: private space in Student Union for meditation and prayer
- Mental Health Service, Student Health Center: mindfulness, spiritual exploration groups, and wellness coaching
- University Recreation: guided meditation and yoga programs
Get Help & Support
LSU Cares is a support hub dedicated to your wellbeing. You can submit a personal concern or make a report about others on a wide variety of topics and our staff will step in to provide support or advocacy.
Experiencing an incident of sexual assault, discrimination, or violation is shocking, confusing, and disorienting. Afterwards, you may not know what to do or where to go.
The goal of LSU's Office of Civil Rights & Title IX is to ensure you receive appropriate support, receive due process, and are treated respectfully and fairly.
Hazing of any kind is illegal and strictly prohibited at LSU. Learn about hazing and what you can do to help stop it.
The Phone: A crisis intervention service providing emotional support and referral services. Call or text 225-924-LSU1 (5781) or chat online with a Paraprofessional Counselor.
RAINN: A National Sexual Assault Hotline. Call or text 1-800-656-4673 or chat online with a trained RAINN staff member who can provide you confidential crisis support.
From self-defense classes and an on-demand campus shuttle to 24/7 LSU Police patrols, your personal and public safety are our priority.
find campus safety resources
sign up for emergency text messages
download the emergency shield app
Located in the Student Health Center, Mental Health Service provides clinical services including short-term and group therapy, crisis intervention, psychiatry, sexual assault support services, and eating disorder treatment. Our goal is to enhance your personal growth and development, address psychological needs, and support your pursuit of academic goals.
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