ACHA 2008 ANNUAL MEETINGINFORMATION SESSIONS & OTHER EVENTSInterest Session: PreliminaryPlanning Session for a NationalNetwork of <strong>College</strong> <strong>Health</strong>Clinical DataWednesday, June 4, 12:00 PM-1:00 PMRoom: Crystal J1Join Jim Turner, MD (University ofVirginia) to explore the possibility of afuture initiative to develop a nationalcollege health database.Faith-based FellowshipThursday, June 5, 7:00 AM-8:00 AMRoom: Los AngelesConnect with fellow attendees fromfaith-based schools and/or individualsof faith to discuss resources and specialinterest issues.Advanced Practice CliniciansSocialThursday, June 5, 6:30 PM-8:00 PMRoom: Crystal C & DSponsored by United<strong>Health</strong>careStudentResourcesJoin your colleagues in the AdvancedPractice Clinicians Section for lightrefreshments.<strong>Health</strong> Promotion SocialFriday, June 6, 5:30 PM-7:00 PMACHA Registration Area/CourtyardTerraceSponsored by Outside the ClassroomRelax with old friends, network withnew colleagues, and celebrate healthpromotion professionals! There is nocost to attend.Student SocialFriday, June 6, 8:00 PM(Meet in the Convention Centerdriveway near the ACHA registrationarea at 7:30 PM)Join fellow students for a casual nightout at Planet Hollywood in DowntownDisney. More information is available atthe student table.16“Charity Golf Invitational: ACHF’s Campaign 2011”Tuesday, June 3, 2:30 PM-7:30 PMThe first-ever <strong>American</strong> <strong>College</strong> <strong>Health</strong> Foundation Golf Tournament is the precursor toACHF’s launch of “Campaign 2011,” when we will celebrate the 150th anniversary ofcollege health. Participants in this exciting golf event should meet at the Hawk’s LandingGolf Club at 1:30 PM, located on the grounds of the Orlando World Center Marriott.Pre-registration is required.Thank you to the following sponsors of the Charity Golf Invitational:ACHF’s Campaign 2011. All net proceeds go directly to ACHF.
Partners Under the PalmsImmerse Yourself in WellnessBack by popular demand! We are again offering a variety ofprofessionally led activities designed to enhance your sense ofwell-being. These activities provide a chance to challenge yourphysical self in the same way you stretch your intellectual musclesduring educational sessions. So take a break from classroomlearning and don’t be afraid to try something new! You’ll find thatmany of these relaxation and exercise techniques promoting wellnessof body and mind can be passed on to students and colleaguesback home.Meditation ClassWednesday, June 4, 5:30 PM-6:30 PMRoom: New YorkMeditation is a form of relaxation that you create when you allowyour mind to become calmer and more focused. It is an excellentand easy-to-learn stress management tool.Water AerobicsThursday, June 5, 6:00 AM-7:00 AMFriday, June 6, 6:00 AM-7:00 AMSaturday, June 7, 6:00 AM-7:00 AMRoom: Spa Terrace PoolWater Aerobics is a low-impact workout that provides a great aerobicexercise for people of all ages and abilities. Since water aerobicstakes place in the pool, you'll stay cool and refreshed while yourheart is pumping! This workout can be adjusted to suit the needs ofeach participant. Towels will be provided. Class size is limited.Stretching for WellnessThursday, June 5, 12:00 PM-1:00 PMRoom: ACHA Exhibit HallStretching is a basic component of physical fitness and one of theeasiest things we can do to cultivate the health of our bodies.People of all ages and abilities can learn how to stay flexible and fitthrough the stretching techniques taught in this class.Seated Chair MassageThursday, June 5, 12:30 PM-4:00 PMFriday, June 6, 7:00 AM-1:00 PMRoom: ACHA Exhibit HallSponsored by the Pacific Coast <strong>College</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Association</strong>An on-site professional masseuse will administer this highly effectivetechnique that provides an immediate sense of tranquility. Chairmassage helps decrease stress symptoms, fatigue, muscle tightness,and tension in the neck, arms, and shoulders. Massages are availableon a first-come, first-served basis.WELLNESS ACTIVITIESDance FitnessThursday, June 5, 5:30 PM-6:30 PMRoom: Crystal HGet fit, have fun, live life! This is the idea behind dance fitness.Dancing is an enjoyable activity that is also a great way to get fitand burn off stress. Not all exercise has to take place in the gym!BiofeedbackFriday, June 6, 12:00 PM-1:00 PMRoom: MiamiBiofeedback is a form of mind-body therapy that teaches you howto use your mind to improve the health of your body. Biofeedbackis based on the idea that people can learn to recognize and controlsome of their automatic body functions and is especially useful inmanaging stress. A biofeedback specialist will be demonstrating theEmWave System for learning stress management through biofeedback.Class size is limited.Practical Wisdom: The Art of Living Your "Yes"Friday, June 6, 12:00 PM-1:00 PMRoom: ACHA Exhibit HallThe Practical Wisdom technique allows you to immediately accessyour innate sense of inner wisdom. This technique teaches us to listento what our bodies are telling us so that we can live life to thefullest. Through Practical Wisdom, we begin to experience the joy ofliving in our “Yes!”Latin Fusion Dance ClassFriday, June 6, 5:30 PM-6:30 PMRoom: New York / New OrleansGet your body moving to a new beat! Latin Fusion combines highenergy and motivating music with unique moves and combinationsthat allow participants to dance away their worries. It is based onthe principle that a workout should fun and easy to do. Latin Fusionis great not just for the body but for the mind as well. It is truly a“feel happy” workout!Walk Your Way to Fitness — in Fifteen Minutes!Wednesday, June 4, 3:15 PM-3:45 PMThursday, June 5, 9:30 AM-10:00 AMThursday, June 5, 3:15 PM-3:45 PMFriday, June 6, 9:30 AM-10:00 AMFriday, June 6, 3:15 PM-3:45 PMRoom: Crystal HEven the busiest person can achieve fitness! This brief and funwalking workout will reenergize you between sessions, so joinyour colleagues and stretch out those leg muscles.www.acha.org/AnnualMeeting08<strong>Final</strong> <strong>Program</strong>17