When was the last time you ate a vegetable?? Yeah MaryGrace can't remember either... tune in to learn some pro-tips when it comes to eating healthy while in college! Join our guests Rebecca Lebedun (M.S. in Nutrition), Interim Coordinator for Sexual and Relationship Health and Payton Mahoney, Wellness Instructor and President of the JMU Dietetic Association as they break down the complexity of nutrition! The Pantry - click here! Health Center: Nutrition Services - click here! Cooking Classes &am...
Oct 05, 2021•28 min•Season 2Ep. 4
On average, 50% of sexually active people will test positive for an STI by the age of 25... will you be one of them? Do you know what to do if you are? On this week’s episode we are talking through the stigma of STIs with Carly Sines (Wellness Instructor) and our previous host, Jordan McCann (Assistant Director for Sexual and Relationship Health). This episode will give you the rundown of the most common STIs - Herpes, HPV, and Chlamydia (oh my!) - and what to do if you test positive for one of ...
Sep 21, 2021•43 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Join MaryGrace and Kate as they discuss how you can unlock the secret to better sex! This episode dives in to the key components you need to stop having mediocre sex, whether you are in a committed relationship or you prefer hookups. Tune in to learn more! Resources If you need to talk to someone or want to learn more about sexual assault resources, check out Victim Advocacy Services --> here To learn more about Sexual Health Coaching or scheduled an appointment, click --> here For Safer S...
Sep 08, 2021•18 min•Season 2Ep. 2
We are back with some exciting changes and updates! The Office of Health Promotion and Well-being, formally known as The Well, has moved and is now Health Promotion at UREC! Jordan and your new host, MaryGrace, kick off this season to explain all the new changes and updates to health promotion programs and services. Check out the links below to learn more about some of the services that have changed: Health Promotion at UREC , including Green Dot and Wellness Coaching click --> here Victim Ad...
Aug 25, 2021•14 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Our last episode of the year! We did it! Thanks for sticking with us, Dukes. Join Jordan, Michael Rybak (JMU CSPA Program), and Viriya Lim (Well Peer, JMU '21) as they discuss the end of the year, perfectionism, and burnout as college students! They discuss what it's like to feel burnout, how it effects our mental and physical health, and how perfectionism might effect us more than we think! A full transcript of this week's episode can be found --> here . Be Well Dukes ! Happy Summer! All epi...
Apr 28, 2021•40 min•Season 1Ep. 30
*Note: This episode contains discussions of sexual assault. Join Veronica Jones (Interim Director for Health Promotion & Well-Being) and Javay da BAE, the Millennial Sexpert, for a candid conversation about how sexual assault impacts us all, how to support friends and loved ones who have experienced sexual assault, and learn more about the best things to say in support of your loved ones. For more information on sexual assault, as well as a 24/7 national hotline, please visit the Rape, Assau...
Apr 21, 2021•25 min•Season 1Ep. 29
Students who use cannabis, and continue to use cannabis, typically find some aspect of their use beneficial. Over time, some students may have difficulty finding balance in their life with cannabis. Everything has pros and cons. And cannabis, like many things, can cause dependency. Whether students want to stop using cannabis or find more balance in their life, a little support can go a long way. Join Paige Hawkins, Alcohol and Other Drug Early-Intervention Specialist as she speaks to Dan, a cur...
Apr 14, 2021•35 min•Season 1Ep. 28
You may have heard about survivor advocacy but what does an advocate do for someone who has experienced power-based personal violence? Join Chloe Dauer (CSPA Practicum Student) and Veronica Jones (Interim Director of Health Promotion and Well-Being) in honor of Sexual Assault Awareness Month. They explore the role of an advocate in supporting a survivor, how someone can become an advocate regardless of their field, and how to prevent burnout in a helping field. Find JMU's Survivor Advocacy websi...
Apr 07, 2021•28 min•Season 1Ep. 27
Many college students have heard about or know someone who has used prescription stimulants to help them study, have fun, or get through college more easily. But how do these substances interact with our bodies when we don't use them correctly or even need them? Join Mindy Koon and the JMU Counseling Center's Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Renee Crosswhite as they discuss prescription stimulants such as Adderall and Ritalin. Learn how these drugs affect the brain and body, what ha...
Mar 31, 2021•31 min•Season 1Ep. 26
So many people have a story about sex ed in middle or high school that they remember, for better or worse. On this episode, Mikayla Comer interviews two Well Peers, Nora and Carly. They reflect back to their high school sex ed experience and share what that experience was like for them and how it has impacted them as college students. This episode also explores the importance of comprehensive sex education and why it's necessary for young adults. Find the link to the Safer Sex Supplies Custom Or...
Mar 24, 2021•34 min•Season 1Ep. 25
We often hear about the drinking culture at JMU. What do we mean by that? How do our perceptions of what is or is not part of our campus culture impact our choices? Join Ty Greenough (Graduate Assistant for Alcohol and Other Drug Early Intervention) and Brooke (Well Peers, JMU '21) as they discuss what drinking has to do with being a Duke, how drinking might change over time, drinking buddies, and meaningful memories and friendships. They both share their experiences with what it means to be a D...
Mar 17, 2021•29 min•Season 1Ep. 24
Don't snooze on this week's episode of the Well Dukes podcast! Luke Waits (Well Peers) interviews Jordan McCann (Interim Associate Director of Health Promotion and Well-Being) about all things sleep: tips and tricks for better sleep hygiene, what goes on in our brain when we sleep, and why blue light right before bed might not be the best. For more tips on how to improve your sleep, visit the National Sleep Foundation's website at --> this link. To watch the TED Talk by Dr. Matthew Walker ref...
Mar 10, 2021•35 min•Season 1Ep. 23
March is National Nutrition Month! Well Peer Hanna Serrano interviews Michele Cavoto, a registered dietitian here at JMU. They discuss what "personalize your plate" means, what diet culture is and how college students are influenced, and serve up the facts on the difference between a nutritionist and dietitian. Lastly, Michele gives some great advice for anyone that is thinking they want to start a "diet" and how to make decisions when it comes to eating healthy. To learn more about nutrition, c...
Mar 03, 2021•36 min•Season 1Ep. 22
It's National Eating Disorders Awareness Week! Erin Williams (JMU Counseling Center) chats with The Well's graduate students Aj and Chloe about the different types of eating disorders, behaviors to look for in friends or peers, and resources available to JMU students. National Eating Disorders Awareness (NEDA) information click --> here JMU Helping Overcome Problems with Eating and Exercise (H.O.P.E Team) - https://www.jmu.edu/healthcenter/TheWell/hope-multiregion.shtml JMU Counseling Center ...
Feb 24, 2021•25 min•Season 1Ep. 21
On this episode, Well Peer Bryson Via interviews Katy MacDonald, a JMU women's health nurse practitioner. Katy explains the differences between herpes simplex virus one and two, how common herpes is and debunks some common transmission myths! For more information on the herpes simplex virus, visit the CDC's fact sheet and other resources --> here . If you'd like to talk to someone about concerns over herpes, schedule an appointment for sexual health coaching. More information can be found --&...
Feb 17, 2021•24 min•Season 1Ep. 20
Need to define the relationship? Listen in as our guests, Andrew O'Brien from the JMU Well Peers and Megan Moore, a senior COMM studies major, have a conversation about hooking up and relationships on college campuses. What does "hooking up" even mean these days? Do people even use pick-up lines anymore? What are the assumptions we all have about what relationships should look like compared to what they actually tend to look like? Be Well Dukes! All episodes of Season 1 (2020 - 2021) were record...
Feb 10, 2021•30 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Lend a helping hand... to yourself! Our guest is Javay da Bae, A.K.A. The Millennial Sexpert, a JMU Alum ('16) pursuing a Master's degree in human sexuality studies. She and Jordan have a candid conversation about masturbation and orgasms. Why do people masturbate? What happens when we orgasm? What do they feel like? How many different kinds are there?! Tune in to find out! You can follow and learn more from Javay on Instagram at @millennialsexpert or Twitter at @JavaydaBAE. Or check out her web...
Feb 03, 2021•31 min•Season 1Ep. 18
January is National Stalking Awareness Month, so we want to have an episode dedicated to talking about what it is and how often we see it. Our guest is Chloe Dauer, a graduate student in the JMU College Student Personnel Administration (CSPA) program. She and Jordan discuss how stalking behaviors are often masked as normal, especially in the media we watch. To learn more about stalking statistics and resources, check out SPARC's website --> here. Or check out their social media at @followusle...
Jan 27, 2021•29 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Well Dukes is back for another semester! We're taking it back a step to answer the questions who are we and what do we do? Join hosts Jordan McCann (Interim Associate Director of Health Promotion & Well-Being, she/her) and Mikayla Comer (Health Promotion Coordinator, she/her) as they discuss what The Well is, what services we provide, and why students may want to use them. They each share their own experiences of getting into health promotion, including how Mikayla is using her health scienc...
Jan 20, 2021•27 min•Season 1Ep. 16
That's a wrap on Season 1! In this week's episode, Jordan and Aj have a short conversation about how the Well Dukes Podcast got its start, the motivation behind it, and answer their own fun questions so you all can get to know them a little bit better! We hope everyone has a wonderful winter break and join us in January for Season 2! Be Well Dukes! A full transcript of this week's episode can be found here . The Well’s Website has now moved to UREC and can be found under Health Promotion All epi...
Dec 09, 2020•16 min•Season 1Ep. 15
What do you know about hemp and cannabis? Join Ty Greenough (Graduate Assistant for Substance Misuse) as he talks with two JMU professors, Dr. Daniel Downey, Professor of Environmental, Nuclear, & Analytical Chemistry, and Dr. Samuel Morton, Associate Professor of Chemical Engineering, about the nuances of the cannabis plant, the differences between hemp and marijuana, and what that means for farmers around the Shenandoah Valley. They will share about some of the research they are doing in p...
Dec 02, 2020•36 min•Season 1Ep. 14
As we gear up for the end of the fall season, let's take some time to practice gratitude! Join Mikayla Comer (Health Promotion Coordinator, The Well), Holly Williams (Well Peer JMU '21), and Hanna Serrano (Well Peer) as they have a short discussion about gratitude. What is gratitude other than just saying "thank you?" How do I actively practice it? What is there to be thankful for during such hard times? All of this and more on this week's episode! Have a great break, Dukes! A full transcript fo...
Nov 25, 2020•15 min•Season 1Ep. 13
This week's episode explores the intersectionality and the significance in Trans Day of Remembrance and why it is important to amplify trans voices and celebrate their accomplishments and identities. Join JMU SOGIE Volunteer Students as they remember and celebrate the trans lives lost this year. Opinions expressed in this episode do not necessarily reflect those of The Well or JMU. A full transcript of this week's episode can be found here. All episodes of Season 1 (2020 - 2021) were recorded wh...
Nov 18, 2020•31 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Hey there Dukes! Join Jordan McCann (Interim Associate Director of the Well), Veronica Jones (Interim Director of the Well, Health Promotion, and Well-Being), and Sydney Harrell (Well Peers) as they discuss body image and how it affects all of us. They have some really great advice for everyone this week, so take a listen! And remember, be Well Dukes. A full transcript of this week's episode can be found here . Resources https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/ https://haescommunity.com/ All epi...
Nov 11, 2020•27 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Join Mikayla Comer (Health Promotion Coordinator, the Well), Brooke Anderson (Well Peers, JMU '21), MaryGrace Johnson (Graduate Assistant, Union Programming), and Elise Candelario (JMU University Program Board) as they discuss how stress can affect the body! It's the perfect time in the semester to have this conversation. Listen and learn about how stress affects the body, what differentiates positive and negative coping strategies, and some good reminders to have in your back pocket for when yo...
Nov 04, 2020•36 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Join The Well's AOD Team as they talk all things alcohol tolerance and blackout related. Ty Greenough (JMU '18) is the Graduate Assistant for Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Prevention and he's having a discussion with two returning guests - Mindy Koon and Paige Hawkins. Mindy is the Assistant Director for AOD and Paige is back to share her experiences being a facilitator of the Reflections program. They'll explore perceived drinking norms, highly individualized tolerance, blackouts, awareness, and...
Oct 28, 2020•44 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Want to know how you can be an effective bystander and help others? In this episode, Jordan has a conversation with Lorie Miller (former Senior Assistant Director for Reservations and Events at UREC) and Aaliyah McLean (JMU '20 & Racial Equity Coordinator) about their experiences with Green Dot, JMU's violence prevention program. They share their tips for students on how to use the 3 D's of Green Dot and how we can all apply them in a variety of settings. The link for the transcript to this ...
Oct 21, 2020•32 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Porn. We know it's out there and we're talking about it. In this episode, Jordan has a conversation with Dr. Matt Ezzell, Associate Professor of Sociology at JMU, and two recent alum, Salma Basnet (JMU '20) and Farah Schneider (JMU '20). Dr. Ezzell shares his research on pornography consumption in college and the effects it has on our own sexual selves, as well as our society. So how do we go from pornography research to Karl Marx to OnlyFans? Listen to find out! Dr. Ezzell's Research and Public...
Oct 14, 2020•51 min•Season 1Ep. 7
SOGIE is back for another episode! Join Vic, the SOGIE Educational Coordinator and volunteers Lynn, Fadia, and TJ as they discuss the myths and misconceptions about “Coming Out”. You'll hear their tips and tricks on how to receive someone coming out, navigating coming out in different spaces, and lastly their own personal experiences and stories. A full transcript of this week's episode can be found here . Check out all the great events and opportunities SOGIE has to offer by following them on s...
Oct 07, 2020•43 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Have you been curious about the ABCs of LGBT? This episode of Well Dukes is hosted by the staff of SOGIE (Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, & Expression) Programming. Listen in as they go over the basics of queer identities. Jennifer Iwerks (Assistant Director), Cassidy Mechalske (Graduate Assistant), and Vic Tedrow (Student Coordinator) talk through the acronym and give some context on what it’s like to be LGBTQ+. Learn more about SOGIE by following them on social media @jmu.sogie! This ...
Sep 30, 2020•36 min•Season 1Ep. 5
