The Wellness Center

The mission of the Wellness Center is to promote healthy living in the students, faculty and staff of Hampden-Sydney College.  In recognition of this mission the Wellness Center will:

• Provide treatment services in the areas of general health, mental health and substance abuse.
• Encourage good health practices including good physical health, mental health and avoidance of substance abuse.
• Serve as a resource to students, faculty and staff in the areas of health, mental health and substance abuse.
• Strive to develop in students, faculty and staff healthy lifestyles that will contribute to the mission of the college and to the overall success of students. 

As we start the new school year the Wellness Center wishes you a safe, healthy and productive school year.  There are two things to consider at this time of the school year.  First, homesickness occurs in our new students.  Second, substance abuse is a temptation for both our new students and returning students. 

If you are feeling "homesick" get involved with something on campus.  There will be plenty of activities for you.  If you see someone on your hall, in class or around campus that looks homesick talk with them.  Upperclassmen, mentor a freshman.  We all felt a little homesick when we went off to school.  If you are feeling homesick call or come by the Wellness Center.  I assure you its normal and it will pass.  You selected Sydney for a reason, it's a great place.  Give yourself some time and get involved.

The temptation of substance use is large for all of us.  This time of year with getting back with friends, parties, and football are all times when we may want to use substances.  BE RESPONSIBLE.  If you are concerned about a friend, fraternity brother, classmate, talk to them.  If you see someone that is too impaired to care for themselves make contact and help them.  Call or come by the Wellness Centre and we can talk about ways to help someone with a drug or alcohol problem.  Remember, we are our brother's keeper.

The Wellness Center is here to assist you in being successful at Sydney.  Call or come by.  We can help with any health concerns, mental health concerns or substance use/abuse concerns.

Vince Rose, Ph.D.
College Psychologist and Director or the Wellness Center

204 College Road
(434) 223-6167
Offices are open Monday-Friday: 7:30 am-5 pm.

STUDENT HEALTH Services Medical emergency or accident - Call 911 Timothy W. Corbett, MD College Contract Physician Beth P. Graham, BSN, RN-BC, Director of Student Health Barbara P. Kiewiet de Jonge, BSN, RN-BC, Primary College Health Nurse C. Denise Faircloth, LPN, Nurse, Receptionist Offices are open Monday-Friday: 7:30 am-4 pm.	SUBSTANCE EDUCATION Shawn White, MA Assistant Dean for Substance Education Substance education is provided to increase the level of knowledge for every student of the basic trends associated with drug use, abuse, dependency, and risk factors. By providing a variety of educational opportunities for students and student groups, students make healthier, informed decisions, and set this example for others to follow. Office hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 am-5 pm	COUNSELING SERVICES Vincent Rose Ph.D. Director of Counseling Services Heather B. Hammock,M.Ed. College Counselor Richard E. Curtis, Jr., M.D., Consultant Psychiatrist Crisis intervention services are available on a 24-hour basis. Counseling services are provided to assist students with their adjustment to college life and their resolution of personal concerns.