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SNAC: Student Nutrition & Wellness Advocates at COC

HOW TO BECOME A SNAC MEMBER

Any part-time or full-time COC student is eligible to apply for SNAC membership.

Applicants are expected to…

  • Complete HLHSCI 149 – Nutrition for Fitness and Balanced Living (or get consent from the SNAC faculty advisor).

  • Submit an application form.

  • Make a one semester commitment to working with SNAC.

Once selected, SNAC members will be committed to…

  • Attend a one day orientation.

  • Attend 2 planning meetings per month.

  • Complete a minimum of 4 hrs. per month of health promotion activities.

  • Maintain a healthy balance between school, work, and SNAC responsibilities and personal self care needs (for food, physical activity, sleep, and fun).

SNAC members get many benefits. They get to…

  • Learn how to plan and implement health and wellness programs.

  • Develop leadership, communication, and team-working skills.

  • Earn service units for the Student Development Transcript Program.

  • Enhance resume and college transfer applications (especially if you’re interested in a health or fitness career).

  • Receive mentorship and career guidance from experienced health professionals.

  • Make a difference in the health and well-being of others.

  • Meet new students and have fun!

SNAC is sponsored by the COC Student Health & Wellness Center. For more information, contact faculty advisor Sheri Barke, MPH, RD at sheri.barke@canyons.edu or 661-362-3244.


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College of the Canyons

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(661) 259-7800

• 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road, Santa Clarita, CA 91355

Canyon Country campus:

(661) 476-3800

• 17200 Sierra Highway, Santa Clarita, CA 91351