A4 NEWS co 0 National Bateman competition By Vanessa Perkins News Writer um OC O In the spirit of the school's mission to provide students with engaged learning, 11 public relations students have entered in the national Public Relations Student Society of America Bateman Case Study Competition. The competition is a nationwide challenge that gives students an opportunity to create and implement a full- fledged public relations campaign for a national client. In an effort to give as many PR students an opportunity to get involved, UVU entered two teams in the Bateman competition. This year's team captains are Ashley Bott and Kaiti Pratt, and they are looking to bring UVU more recognition on a national level. "Last year, we had the opportunity to develop a strategic plan for the U.S. Census," said Pratt, who was also on Wellness Programs last year's team. "It was our first year entering and we received Honorable Mention. It really helped strengthen the PR program on campus." This year's client, Ally Financial, is working towards providing financial literacy to low to moderate income communities across the United States. As part of the competition, teams must hold classes to teach their publics about budgeting and credit management. Currently, bankruptcy fillings are on the decline in the U.S. while Utah's fillings are rising. Facing damaged credit, job loss and foreclosures, people need a better understanding of basic financial principles. "The current state of the economy has lead to an increased need for financial literacy in our community," Bott said. "By offering free financial classes, we hope to provide, encourage and moti- vate people to take action with their money." There will be two campaigns implemented during the month of February: Own Your Finances and Knowledge Is Money. Each campaign will be holding free classes on and off campus for the public. 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WE'LL GENTLEMAN OUT OF HIM Through February 28 with any purchase greater than $1,000 you'll receive our VIP pricing, six free hotel stays and a 50 inch pearl strand and bracelet. With any purchase over $2,000 you'll also receive a free Tungsten men's band. Lyndi Boone/UVU Review The Student Health Service's Wellness Programs offer help to students looking to lose weight, stress or bad habits. 22 other great services also available. Free ways to make healthy changes Paula Rogel Staff Writer By As healthy New Year's resolutions have already come and gone, Student Health Service's Wellness Programs can help people recommit to them by taking advantage of the numerous free services they offer. Room 221 of the Sorenson Student Center is home to Wellness Programs, a department dedicated to the health and wellbeing of students and employees. With a focus on nutrition, fitness and stress management, a variety of free programs, workshops and services are offered. If students have resolved to change eating habits or exercise more, there are programs specifically designed to help students succeed. "Spring is a busy time for Wellness Programs because people have made New Year's resolutions related to health and wellness," said Rebecca Holgreen, assistant coordinator for Wellness Programs. And because they know students and employees are busy too, Wellness Programs makes it free and easy to participate. Those looking to find a quick fix can do so with free wellness drop-in sessions. These sessions last approximately 30 minutes and are conducted one-on-one by a wellness coach. Coaches are either seniors in a health related field of study or graduates with a bachelor's degree in the health industry. Each drop-in session provides an assessment and program plan for the participant and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis because, according to Holgreen, most students don't want to make an appointment. Upcoming sessions will focus on sugars on Feb. 9 and intuitive eating on Feb. 15 from 11 am. to 1 pm. in SC 221. Other free services offered to all students and employees include wellness fairs and health screenings held each month in the Hall of Flags. Blood pressure and body composition testing will be from 11 am. to 1 pm. on Feb. 16 and 17. All tests are performed behind privacy screens and administered by wellness coaches. Free workshops with guest lecturers are also offered. Because February is National Eating Disorder Awareness month, Dr. Nicole Hawkins from the Center for Change will speak at noon on Feb. 24 in SC 206 regarding eating disorders and the media's influence on them. "We get really good feedback from students about her presentation," Holgreen said. The opportunities for free help aren't hard to find. Just look for the Wellness Zone located outside the bookstore every Tuesday and Wednesday before noon. Students can find tips on nutrition and fitness, relaxation services, free samples of food with healthy recipes and other prizes. They are eager for students to engage in the activities. "We always offer incentives," Holgreen said. And in an effort to encourage more relaxation, free yoga is available from noon to 1 pm. every Tuesday and Thursday in SC 111. If students are looking for something to keep them motivated, they can register for the free Spring into Shape health and wellness challenge. This nine week challenge focuses on nutrition, physical fitness and stress management. Participants keep track of the points they earn by completing simple challenges such as consuming 64 ounces of water a day. "The program builds on small easy steps so it's not overwhelming to participants," Holgreen said. Prizes will be awarded based on the number of points earned and include Visa gift cards in various amounts. Drawings for gift cards to iTunes, Jamba Juice and more will also take place throughout the challenge, which begins Feb. 14. Register online by Feb. 11. More information regarding all the programs is available at www.UVU.edu/wellnessed and the organization also has a presence on Facebook and Twitter. Search for Utah Valley University Wellness Programs. bierra-West. .1 F W E L E R S 32 Years of Brilliance...and Counting. 1344 South 800 East, Orem • Southeast of University Mall • 801-226-6006 • 800-658-8478 60 East 10600 South, Sandy • East of South Towne Mall • 801-984-6870 6190A South State Street, Murray • West of Fashion Place Mall • 801-713-1900 www.sierrawestjewelers.com NOTICE OF HEARING ON UVU TUITION Utah Valley University is proposing to increase student tuition rates beyond the 2o11 i2 first-tier tuition increase (yet to be determined) for the Utah System of Higher Education to be set by the Utah State Board of Regents. UVU's proposed second-tier tuition increase per semester is as follows: • Resident tuition increase of 4 to 9% or $73 to $165 • Non-resident tuition increase of 1.26 to 2.84% or $73 to $165 ALL CONCERNED STUDENTS AND CITIZENS ARE INVITED TO A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE PROPOSED INCREASE TO BE HELD THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 2011, AT 2:00 P.M., LIBRARY LECTURE HALL (LI 120). 411•1111M- 111VUI UTAH VALLEY UNIVERSITY