Wellness and Work-Life Blog


Your Health After 40

Plan and prepare for continued health after 40. You’ll learn about recommended medical visits, testing, vaccinations, and tailored nutrition and exercise for those 40 years and older. Applicable to all ages – no need to wait until you’re 40! Taught by certified health and life coach Dr. Abby Horton. Also watch on the Wellness and Work-Life…


“Running was how I connected with people.” – Paige B.

Briefly introduce yourself and share a bit about your background.Hi, my name is Paige, and I am a runner. I would not have said that to you when I was in elementary school and having to run the mile each year for the Presidential Fitness Test. A lot has changed since then. I found track…


“The day that I decided I was sick and tired of being sick and tired” – Blossom R.

Briefly introduce yourself and share a bit about your background.  Hi, my name is Blossom Rogers and I am a Recovery Support Specialist for the Capstone College of Nursing. I am an author of multiple books, a motivational speaker, and I have dedicated my life to women and children whose objective is to remain sober. I suffered…


“Wellness is not a one size fits all journey.” – Elester S.

My name is Elester Smiley, and I work in the Office of Finance. I am the married mother of three adult children. I love to cook and experiment with different foods using and tweaking recipes to make healthier yet tasty food. After working in Corporate America in New Jersey for 30 years, I returned to…


“Strive for Five helped me conquer drinking more water.” -Jodie M.

Briefly introduce yourself and share a bit about your background. My name is Jodie, and I work in Student Account Services. I am also a WellBAMA Ambassador. I am married to the best man, Johnathan Mize, and have three children and two grandchildren. I also decided to return to school and get my bachelor’s degree…


“Find time to unplug from devices, get out into nature when you can” – April K.

Briefly introduce yourself and share a bit about your background. I am April, an assistant professor in the college of Human Environmental Sciences and serve as director of Child Development Resources, a non-profit agency focusing on programing serving young children, families and educators. Tell is about a recent wellness success you had. Most recently I…