Oftentimes people relate wellness to physical and mental health. While it is imperative for these areas not to be neglected, wellness is a much broader and multi-dimensional topic that involves a holistic approach in integrating several components to maximize a person's wellbeing.

The Office of Student Life & Well-being has identified eight areas that are vital to the health and well-being of our students and ultimately their educational experience at UMass Lowell. These dimensions are not fixed goals and can look different for every individual. We hope that the shared resources provided through our office can help improve the well-being of individuals and communities around us.

Dimensions of Wellness

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    Emotional
    Identifying, expressing and managing your entire range of emotions, experiences and vulnerabilities.
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    Physical
    Getting enough sleep, diet, and exercise, and staying safe and healthy. Pursuing regular movement, a nutritious diet, adequate sleep and practicing consistent preventative behaviors.
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    Financial
    Managing finances to achieve your goals. Developing a relationship with money and skills for managing resources.
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    Occupational
    Finding purpose and fulfillment in your work. Engaging in work that is meaningful, enjoyable and aligns with personal values.
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    Intellectual
    Valuing lifelong learning and seeking to learn for the sake of learning. Seeking to expand knowledge, skills and creative abilities for the sake of learning.
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    Environmental
    Respecting the environment and understanding the human connection to nature. Living in and contributing to a safe, healthy and sustainable environment.
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    Spiritual
    Seeking harmony and balance by exploring meaning and connection. Understanding your core values, how you make meaning of what happens to you and what provides you with comfort and relief.
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    Social
    Building and maintaining strong relationships and being aware of other people’s feelings. Establishing a sense of connection and belonging to others and your community through positive interpersonal interactions.