“It’s What Lies Within”

.—“In the United States, as many as 10 million females and 1 million males are fighting a life and death battle with an eating disorder such as anorexia or bulimia. Millions more are struggling with binge eating disorder.” That quote is from the website for the National Eating Disorder Association, nationaleatingdisorders.org. In its continuing effort to promote eating disorder education, prevention, and recovery, Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) is taking part in National Eating Disorder Awareness Week, February 26 through March 3.  

The highlight of the week’s activities will be a special presentation Thursday, March 1, beginning at 6:30 p.m. in the Walb Union Ballroom.

“It's What Lies Within!" is an interactive event with presentations, personal stories, monologues, and questions and answers.

Judy Tillapaugh, IPFW’s wellness/fitness coordinator, says the program will allow attendees to “discover the truth behind eating disorders and learn ways you and friends can enhance body image and self esteem as you’re inspired by creative pieces of art, dance, songs, engaging speakers, personal stories, and monologues. Join us for this evening of new understanding and renewal!”

An expressive art gallery and music begins at 6:30, with the program beginning at 7 p.m.

This event is free and open to the public and is sponsored by IPFW’s Department of Athletics, Recreation and Intramural Sports, IPFW Peer Educators, Reidenbach Nutrition, LLC, L. Smith Counseling, LLC, and Farrington Speciality Counseling, Inc.

For more information, contact Tillapaugh at (260) 481-6647 or tillapau@ipfw.edu. To learn more about National Eating Disorder Awareness week, visit nationaleatingdisorders.org or anad.org. For IPFW Health and Wellness information visit ipfw.edu/health.