News about and current activities of the staff of the Fisher Institute of Health and Well-Being (FIHW) are provided below. Information about older news items and activities can be accessed from the links on the menu. Additionally, the FIHW sponsors and facilitates a variety of programs and projects, such as the Kirkpatrick Lecture Series.
- The Ball State Daily News talked with the FIHW’s James Peterman about e-bikes and the health benefits of cycling. Read the article here!
- The Healthy Community Alliance of East Central Indiana (HCA) presented its “100,000 Award in Memory of Dr. George Branam” to the FIHW led Healthy Lifestyle Center during its annual partner meeting on June 17, 2021. The annual award is given to an organization that supports the work of the HCA through outstanding leadership, innovative collaborations and unwavering dedication to improving the health and well-being of our community. Read more about the award here.
- The FIHW’s James Peterman discussed his previous and current research as well as what brought him to Ball State for the Ball State University Blog. Read it here!
- July 17, 2021: The FIHW led Healthy Lifestyle Center will provide information related to Health and Well-Being at a booth at the City of Muncie Juneteenth celebration at Heekin Park. We will be providing health and well-being related screenings.
- July 15, 2021: The FIHW led Healthy Lifestyle Center will provide information related to Health and Well-Being at a booth at the Meridian Health Services FamFest. We will be providing health and well-being related screenings.
- June and July 2021: The FIHW led Healthy Lifestyle Center provided information related to Health and Well-Being at a booth at the Minnetrista Framer’s market. We actively engaged with community members during these Saturday morning events.
- April and May 2021: The FIHW led Healthy Lifestyle Center provided information related to Health and Well-Being at a kiosk in the Muncie Mall. We actively supported the Muncie Mall walkers during these 2 months.