Eating Disorder Awareness Week (EDAW)
Eating Disorder Awareness Week 2008
Visit the EDAW Page for this year's EDAW schedule of events.
EDAW is a national outreach campaign promoted by the National Eating Disorder Association (NEDA) (link to NEDA), a national non-profit organization. Eating Disorder Awareness Week (EDAW) is held during the last week of February each year. UNL began participating in this campaign during the 1995-1996 school year. The goal is to begin to make a difference on our campus by promoting and sustaining a healthy environment in which all students develop positive self-esteem and self-respect based on wellness principles.
Who is Involved?
EDEP is the spearheading group. Other UNL students representing a variety of campus organizations have also been involved. Some of these include: Campus Recreation, ASUN, Pan-Hellenic and Interfraternity Councils, Housing, International Affairs, University Health Center, Nutrition and Health Promotion Association, Women's Center, the Athletic Department, and more.Interested?
The coordinating committee is always open to new ideas. We wish to make this week fun, interesting and educational. Students who represent a variety of student residences and organizations are welcome to participate in the event planning and act as liaisons.If you or your organization is interesting in being involved, please contact us at: EDEP_SHINE@hotmail.com or by phone at 472-0880
