Donor support makes an incredible difference. AHS is the great college it is thanks in large part to the generosity of our alumni and friends. Thank you.
Cheryl Hanley-Maxwell
Dean, College of Applied Health Sciences
Your support helps AHS embody Illinois’ values—boundless aspiration, dedicated collaboration and a global perspective. Through donor support, AHS continues to transform communities through special projects such as:
The Mannie L. Jackson Illinois Academic Enrichment and Leadership Program, also known as I-LEAP, provides support to undergraduates enrolled in the College of Applied Health Sciences who are first-generation students, student-athletes, and those recognized by the President Awards Program (PAP) and Educational Opportunities Program (EOP). I-LEAP aims to increase student success at the University of Illinois and within the campus community through biweekly one-on-one counseling, mentorship, workshops, academic skills development, leadership training and referrals to resources.
The Department of Health and Kinesiology at AHS is happy to offer the Illinois Physical Activity and Life Skills Wellness Program in collaboration with Champaign Unit 4 Schools. iPALS is a free summer learning and enrichment program for elementary school children in Champaign Unit 4. The program specifically targets youth enrolled in the free and reduced school lunch program.
The Lifetime Fitness Program is a community-based exercise program for Urbana-Champaign area residents ages 55 and over. The exercises and physical activity opportunities are designed to improve overall health, fitness, and performance in daily living activities. The program is directed by AHS Professors Jack Senefeld and Emerson Sebastião and staffed by graduate students from the Department of Health and Kinesiology. In addition, undergraduate students help instruct group fitness courses.