The University of Mobile has been recognized with a silver-level designation in the national “Exercise is Medicine” global health initiative for its efforts to promote health and wellness on campus. The university’s dedication to developing a culture of wellness, including the establishment of a Ram Fitness Trail, has earned them this prestigious honor.
Dean of the School of Health and Sports Science, Lori DeLong, praised the students for their commitment to promoting health and wellness on campus, which was instrumental in achieving this recognition. The university is one of only 145 colleges worldwide to be honored through the “Exercise is Medicine” initiative, encouraging faculty, staff, and students to work together to improve the health and well-being of the campus community.
The silver-level designation highlights UM’s significant efforts in encouraging physical activity and healthy lifestyles within its college community. Initiatives such as the Ram Fitness Trail, health fairs, and campus wellness resources have contributed to UM’s elevation to the silver level.
The Ram Fitness Trail, dedicated during a ribbon-cutting ceremony in September 2023, follows sidewalks along the university’s scenic Pollock-Altmayer Drive. Plans are in place to extend the trail and take advantage of the university’s expansive wooded campus in north Mobile County.
The University of Mobile’s Exercise is Medicine initiatives align with the motto of the School of Health and Sports Science, emphasizing the importance of honoring God with our bodies. For more information about the university’s healthcare degree programs and initiatives, visit umobile.edu/healthcare.