FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Nov. 11, 2005
Contact: Anika Mitchell Perkins
(662) 329-7124

MUW hosts Obesity Initiative Luncheon

COLUMBUS, Miss. – The Commit to Be Fit program in conjunction with the Health and Kinesiology Department at Mississippi University for Women will host the annual Obesity Initiative Luncheon on Tuesday, Nov. 15.

Community leaders in the areas of education, healthcare and media have been invited to participate in the program to create awareness of obesity and its debilitating effects.

The program also will include updates from local elementary schools, a general overview of initiatives, an update on obesity and a slide show.

This is the third luncheon of its kind to be held at MUW. The graduate program in health education at MUW hosted two luncheons last year to create an awareness campaign for the Columbus community.

Dr. Joyce Yates, professor in health education, said those who attended last year are encouraged to attend this year “to celebrate the past accomplishments and energize present programs.”

Lunch will be held in the Pope Banquet Room located on the second floor of Hogarth Dining Center.