The Department of Health and Wellness
Health and Wellness is a UCSB department dedicated to the holistic health and well-being of all students. We promote healthy behaviors and help students prevent or reduce harmful behaviors through education, events, and resources. Our staff have expertise in a wide variety of health topics, including food nutrition and basic skills (FNBS), meditation, sleep health, eating disorders and body image (EDBI), sexual health and healthy relationships, addictive behaviors and recovery (ABR), and healthcare navigation. Check out our health topic pages for educational content and contact information or scroll down to learn more about our physical wellness space.
Our mission is to support the flourishing of students as they navigate the university experience. All of our events are open to the whole UCSB student body and we encourage everyone to participate in our services.
*We are not a medical center and do not provide clinical care or support. Please see Student Health and Counseling and Psychological Services for medical and behavioral health care on campus.*
Health & Wellness Center Fall Hours
Monday - Thursday: 9:00am - 7:00pm
Friday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
Weekends: Closed
The UCSB Health and Wellness Center is a welcoming space where students can drop in during open hours to relax, recharge, and connect. Visitors can browse the library of books, enjoy a snack or cup of tea, find a quiet spot to study or meditate, use our massage chair, and take time to decompress. The space encourages building meaningful relationships and fostering community among peers. It also features two dedicated areas for attending Health & Wellness programs, offering opportunities to engage, learn, and grow together.
Our center is located on the first floor of the Student Resource Building (SRB), straight in through the front doors. While we share our lounge with the Women's Center, all students are welcome and encouraged to engage with our space and resources.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our services, ideas for programming, or would like to request support/advising from one of our health topic experts, please call (805) 893-2630, email wellness@sa.ucsb.edu, or find the relevant contact on our About Us page.
Give to Health & Wellness
By thoughtfully identifying key opportunities for collaboration, the Department of Health and Wellness is dedicated to fostering meaningful, mutually beneficial partnerships. We seek to connect our community with individuals, non-profit organizations, government agencies, and corporations who share our vision for a healthier, more sustainable, and prosperous future. Through open dialogue, shared goals, and a spirit of cooperation, we aim to create lasting relationships that enrich our campus, strengthen our community, and inspire positive change locally and globally.
Giving Information for the Department of Health & Wellness
