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Winona State’s Women of Wellness (WOW) Conference delivered teachings and tools to combat the common stress and overwhelm of everyday life.<\/p>\n
With a dynamic mix of interactive sessions that featured wellbeing strategies from health and wellness experts, attendees practiced effective mind-body techniques in real time.<\/p>\n
The sold-out event featured topics including:<\/p>\n
Brenda Chilman from Family Service Rochester led a panel discussion titled, “Let\u2019s Get Real!” and engaged participants in conversation about self-awareness, self-care, and self-preservation.<\/p>\n
Conference attendees commented:<\/p>\n
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So many takeaways!<\/p>\n
I know that I’m not alone in my journey toward wellness.<\/p>\n
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If I take time for self-care, I will be a better human being in many ways, so it’s crucial to take time for myself.<\/p>\n
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A different person is leaving this day than the person who walked in the door. Thank you\u2014I am refreshed!<\/p>\n
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The conference was made possible by sponsorships from the WSU Foundation, Mayo Clinic Well-Being Index, Changemaker Collective, Rochester Local, and Rochester Women Magazine.<\/p>\n
Bleu Duck Kitchen also provided the venue and a cooking demonstration. The afternoon coffee tasting was complements of Caf\u00e9 Steam and Colorway Coffee Roasters.<\/p>\n
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The WOW Conference Committee made it a priority to seek partnerships with locally owned Rochester area entrepreneurs and businesses.<\/p>\n
In the heart of downtown Rochester, Bleu Duck Kitchen was the perfect backdrop to support a culture of care and coming together among students, working professionals, and adult learners in our region.<\/p>\n
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The WOW Conference reinforced Winona State’s commitment to supporting community mental health and wellness initiatives.<\/p>\n
This event’s success clearly demonstrates a regional appetite for opportunities to engage in activities and conversations that improve individual and community well-being.<\/p>\n
Plans for the next conference and corresponding smaller events throughout the coming year are already underway.<\/p>\n
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Adult & Continuing Education (ACE) at Winona State University offers a wide range of non-credit and for-credit course offerings to enhance professional development.<\/p>\n
Whether\u202fthrough\u202fonline learning,\u202fimmersive classroom\u202fexperiences, or hands-on\u202ftraining,\u202fWinona State strives to meet student\u202fneeds so that they can reach their personal and professional goals.<\/p>\n