Cultivating a Holistic Wellness Collection: A Journey from Concept to Collaboration
Presenter: Will Ritter, Wake Forest University
Content
Securing the Seed
Section 1
Identifying the Need for a Wellness Collection
Proposal Writing
Crafting a compelling proposal involved articulating the need for a wellness collection, emphasizing its impact on the academic community's well-being, and aligning it with the institution's mission.
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Resource Allocation
Navigating the process of obtaining funding required a persuasive case for investment in holistic well-being.
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Stakeholder Engagement
Engaging with key stakeholders, including administration and students. This was pivotal in garnering support and understanding of the significance of the wellness collection.
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Navigating the Funding Process
Grant Application
Exploring various grant opportunities and tailoring applications to align with the vision of the wellness collection was crucial in securing the initial funding.
Engagement
Building relationships with potential partners and conveying the long-term impact of the wellness collection.
Budget Planning
Developing a comprehensive budget involved meticulous planning, cost estimation, and ensuring the allocation of resources for sustainability.
Building Support and Momentum
Campus Partners
Fostering support with campus organizations and mobilizing support for the wellness collection.
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Navigating Challenges
Overcoming obstacles such as skepticism, budget constraints, and competing priorities required resilience, adaptability, and effective communication strategies.
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Curating with Care
Section 2
Development of Selection Criteria
Needs Assessment
Conducting a comprehensive needs assessment involved understanding the diverse wellness needs of the academic community, identifying gaps, and aligning the collection with emerging wellness trends.
Inclusivity and Diversity
Ensuring inclusivity and diversity in the selection criteria involved curating resources that represent diverse wellness needs.
Balancing Formats
Striking a balance between physical and digital resources required evaluating the accessibility, usability, and relevance of various collection items.
Wellness Collection Development
Resource Curation
The process of resource curation involved sourcing, evaluating, and selecting materials that encompassed physical, digital, and experiential wellness resources.
Engaging the Community
Involving other departments and campus partners in the collection development process fostered a sense of ownership, encouraged participation, and ensured that the collection resonated.
Promoting Accessibility
Enhancing accessibility involved implementing user-friendly systems, leveraging technology for digital resources, and ensuring equitable access to the wellness collection.
Addressing Diverse Wellness Needs & THRIVE
User-Centric Collection Approach
User Feedback Integration
Incorporating user feedback into the collection development process involved actively seeking input and adapting the collection based on user preferences and needs.
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Promoting Engagement
Fostering engagement with the wellness collection involved organizing events, social media, and initiatives that encouraged active participation and utilization of wellness resources.
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Continuous Evaluation
Implementing continuous evaluation mechanisms involved monitoring resource usage, gathering user insights, and adapting the collection to align with evolving wellness trends.
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Collaborative Growth
Section 3
Enriching Partnerships with Campus Entities
Office of Wellbeing
Office of Sustainability
Amplifying Wellness Outreach
Wellness Program Integration
Integrating the wellness collection into campus-wide wellness programs involved creating synergistic initiatives, amplifying outreach, and maximizing the impact of wellness resources.
Cross-Campus Collaborations
Collaborating with diverse campus entities, including academic departments, student organizations, and administrative offices, expanded the reach and relevance of the wellness collection.
Community Well-being Initiatives
Extending wellness outreach to the broader academic community involved fostering partnerships with internal library departments, administration, and departments across campus to promote holistic well-being.
Measuring Impact (Now & in the future)
Usage Analytics
Analyzing usage data provided insights into the impact of the collection and resource utilization patterns.
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Wellness Metrics Integration
Integrating wellness metrics into campus-wide assessments and evaluations could facilitate a comprehensive understanding of the impact on campus well-being.
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Feedback and Evaluation
Gathering feedback from collaborative partners and other library departments.
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Fostering Sustainable Collaborations
Continuous Improvement
Embracing a culture of continuous improvement has involved adapting to evolving wellness needs.
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Future Collaborative Visions
Envisioning the future of collaborative wellness involved exploring innovative partnerships, aligning with emerging wellness trends, and fostering a collective vision for sustained well-being in academic institutions.
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Advocacy and Recognition
Advocating for the recognition of collaborative efforts involved showcasing the impact of partnerships, celebrating milestones, and inspiring sustained commitment to holistic well-being.
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Thank You