The Happiness and Wellness Initiative aligns with the University of Maryland School of Public Health's mission: “to promote and protect the health and well-being” of our diverse communities throughout Maryland, the nation, and the world.
Vision: To promote happiness and well-being for all, aligning with the University of Maryland School of Public Health Vision of “physical, mental, and social health and well-being for all people throughout our local and global communities.”
Mission: To proactively strengthen health and wellness, while prioritizing resiliency, through strength-based communications, training, curriculum, research, and assessment.
Our monthly e-newsletter features tips and tricks on spreading happiness, promoting your health and wellness, Some Good News stories, and upcoming events.
Some Good News
Some Good News features stories from the school, campus, and our extended community to promote positivity and connection to our world.
Have something to share? Send your good news story to happyandwell@umd.edu.
Happiness & Wellness Resources
Finding for ways to improve your happiness & wellness or ways to connect with other students? Look here for online and campus resources to help you get started.
Our Campus Partners
Our Initiative partners with several organizations around campus to establish a network of health and wellness tools and resources for all students. Through our partnerships, we strive to foster growth and empower communities together.
School of Public Health Calendar
Intro to Mindfulness with Faculty Staff Assistance Program
Trade Secrets & Trademarks (and the Costly Mistakes Founders Make)
Getting Started with Your Teaching Philosophy Statement
Mindful Moments Walking Tour With the Faculty Staff Assistance Program
Cultivating Partnerships for Community Engaged Courses
Meet the Happy and Well Team
Erin McClure
Happiness and Wellness Director
As part of the School of Public Health senior leadership team, Erin McClure oversees operations and partnerships, building on strengths, implementing best practices and supporting the school and campus in enacting their equity and inclusion values and mission.
Tia Cunningham
As the Assistant Director for Student Engagement, Tia is dedicated to fostering and investing in a community of excellence. Tia oversees events such as the SPH Welcome Week, SPH Student Involvement Fair, and other activities to build and support the student and campus network.
Mandy Vo
As the Happiness and Wellness Intern for Spring 2026 and an undergraduate in Public Health Practice, Mandy is passionate about health education and advancing health equity. Her work focuses on creating inclusive spaces, promoting mental health awareness, and developing engaging content to educate and connect students to campus wellness resources.