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| Program Director |
Amy Pumerantz |
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(860) 486-0771 |
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(860) 486-0004 |
| Address |
234 Glenbrook Road, Unit 0011
Storrs, CT 06269 0011 |
| E-Mail |
Amy.Pumerantz@uconn.edu |
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Program Information |
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Program Mission |
To raise prevention efforts on campus and to serve as an adjunct vehicle for outreach information. The specific aim of the group is to decrease eating disorders risk behaviors. |
Expected Commitment |
Academic Year |
Required Skills |
None specified |
Majors |
All Majors Welcome. |
Training |
A Saturday at the beginning of each semester. The training is an opportunity for group camaraderie, trust and team building. The training encompasses discussion of our media and cultural influences on our definition of beauty and standard ideal body type. The group learns skills in helping a friend seek help and what resources are available on campus for eating disorders support. Effective facilitation and communication skills are among some of the other topics. |
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Basic Description |
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| The group provides awareness events and body image programs for the promotion of positive body image. The group promotes accepting attitudes towards body shape and size. |
| Type of Peer Educator |
Mature, responsible, committed students who want to make a difference. |
| Responsibilities |
Attending training, group presentations/facilitation of discussion, attending member meetings, outreach programs |
| Type of Student Serviced |
All students. |
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Compensation |
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| Volunteer |
Yes |
| Student Labor |
No |
| Work Study |
Yes; however, responsibilities and tasks are expanded beyond just what the volunteers do |
| Special Payroll |
No |
| Credits |
Yes, if arranged with advisor or other faculty member |
| Other |
None |
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