Well-being Collective

The Well-being Collective is a cross-campus leadership group dedicated to embedding the principles of the Okanagan Charter to foster a culture of well-being for all students, staff, and faculty. The Collective will steward strategy, align resources, and champion systemic change to integrate well-being into TU’s policies, practices, and community.

Core Responsibilities

  1. Strategic Guidance: Identify and prioritize institutional well-being goals aligned with the Okanagan Charter's framework.
  2. Collaborative Action: Form and support subcommittees/workgroups to advance specific initiatives.
  3. Accountability: Monitor progress, assess impact, and report annually to university leadership.
  4. Engagement: Amplify stakeholder voices (students, staff, faculty) to ensure all members of the TU community feel included.

Well-being Defined

At TU, we believe that well-being is the optimal state that allows people to achieve their full potential. Well-being is focused on both the individual and community level. With strong well-being, people feel their basic needs are met and they feel generally happy. There is a sense of community that provides opportunities and resources that contribute to the members’ perception that quality of life is positive for all members, regardless of individual identity.

Membership

Co-chairs

  • Nora Clark-Giles, AVP for Student Health and Well-being
  • Jennifer Stano, AVP of Human Resources

Core Members

Core members serve as the steering committee of the collective. They represent key divisions and leadership roles across the university and are responsible for guiding decisions, shaping strategy, and implementing changes within their respective areas.

  • Cynthia Cooper, Vice Provost for Academic Affairs 
  • Lisa Plowfield, Dean of College of Health Professions 
  • Tim Bibo, Director of the Office of Institutional Research 
  • Erica Lokshin, Director of Health Promotion and Prevention Education 
  • Elora Orazio, Director of Assessment, Evaluation, and Strategic Planning for Student Affairs 
  • Ashley Arnold (interim), Digital Strategy, University Marketing and Communications
  • Vacant, Associate Vice President of Facilities Operations

Administrative Support

Administrative support provides coordination, scheduling and communication assistance.

  • Shelly Cotten, Executive Administrative Assistant, Student Health and Well-being 

General Members

Wellbeing at TU relies on the contributions, insights, and expertise of the TU community. General members may be engaged in various committees and activities. If you are interested in serving as a general member, you may complete the feedback form.