 Jackson, Tenn. -
51ÉçÇø will host a special week of wellness April 10-13 which
will include a triathlon, coffeehouse, health fair, and a Diamond Jaxx
ballgame. Sponsors of the week include Union's Wellness and Student
Programs, Wellness Services, Graham Snack Foods, and Coca-Cola.
"This is an exciting time and great way to check your
fitness!" says Robin Popplewell, assistant director of wellness and
student programming at Union. "There is something for everyone."
The triathlon will begin at 3:30 p.m. Monday, April 10 and will consist
of an extended swim, a 2-mile run, and an obstacle course. First, second,
and third place prizes will be awarded. Registration for the triathlon
will be from 2:30-3:15 p.m. at the fountain on Union's campus. Following
the event, there will be a gathering at the fountain at 4:45 p.m. where
free giveaways and refreshments will be served.
Bubba's Bagels Coffeehouse will begin at 7:30 p.m. on April 11th. Music
will be provided, and "the fellowship will be immense," says
Popplewell. Admission is $1 for coffee and bagels.
On Wednesday, April 12 from 10-2 p.m. a Health Fair in the Fred Delay
Gym will help Union students and Jackson residents alike find out more
about individual health needs. Individuals can undergo blood pressure,
body fat, cholesterol, eyesight, speech, hearing, and spinal screenings at
their convenience.
On the final night, April 13th, the Diamond Jaxx baseball team will be
playing at 7:30 p.m. Free tickets are available to the Union students,
faculty, staff and alumni. Tickets can be picked up on Wednesday, April
5th at the Activities Center.
For more information regarding any of the activities mentioned, please
contact Holly Span, Director of the Wellness Center, at (901) 661-5285.
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