Welcome to the Center for the Promotion of
Healthy Lifestyles and Obesity Prevention!

About The Center

The Center for the Promotion of Healthy Lifestyles and Obesity Prevention, housed in the College of Health and Human Development, promotes interdisciplinary research and community outreach in areas related to health and weight management. The Center facilitates interaction among multiple entities concerned with the rise in obesity including university faculty, schools, community agencies, and policy makers.

Mission Statement

• to work with schools and other community agencies to develop and test model health promotion programs and interventions.
• to assess and evaluate existing programs and policies.
• to identify theoretical models and environments that can explain and influence behavior patterns across different high-risk groups.

As such, the mission and goals of the Center reflect the needs of the community by providing education and outreach to families regarding healthy lifestyles and prevention of obesity.