Mission/Vision

People First

The Office of Community Wellness collaborates with local organizations, government agencies, and businesses to address community needs more effectively. We value our staff and partners as whole human beings who do great work with us, but also have hobbies and families and goals. Extension programs provide information and advice based on research conducted by university experts. This ensures that the information offered is reliable and up-to-date.

Focus Areas

We take a broad view of health and wellness. We approach financial, environmental, social, physical, spiritual, intellectual, occupational and emotional health all as key elements of healthier communities. Where you live and what resources you have available, including jobs and transportation and housing, can all affect health in profound ways.

The Office of Community Wellness provides educational programs and workshops covering a wide range of topics relevant to home and community life. This may include classes on home gardening, nutrition, financial management, family relationships, and other areas that contribute to the well-being of individuals and communities.

Extension services often offer resources and guidance on efficient home management. This could involve tips on budgeting, energy conservation, home maintenance, and sustainable practices. Programs related to family and consumer sciences  focus on enhancing the quality of life for individuals and families by providing information on health, nutrition, parenting, and other family-related topics.

Why We’re Here

Utah State University has a land-grant mission of serving every corner of our state by connecting campus resources and expertise with everyone. The Cooperative Extension system includes offices in every county, and a network of faculty both on- and off-campus to meet local needs. This Office is the hub of health and wellness outreach in Cooperative Extension for the state of Utah.

Our Process

We work with our valued community partners to identify strengths and needs in that community, usually via a coalition or a small group of key stakeholders. We then bring in additional sectors to ensure all essential viewpoints have representation. We believe strongly in the “Nothing About Us, Without Us” principle. For example, if we are working in substance use, our teams include people in recovery and those who have been or are being directly affected. We also bring in content experts as needed to ensure we have the best science present at the table. Our big tent philosophy encourages as many stakeholders as possible to have a voice while amplifying pre-existing efforts.