Bette Belanger, UAA/Mat-Su College
Learning Center Manager

Bette has always been health conscious. She has Type I Diabetes and must carefully monitor her diet. However, in the last several years, Bette modified her diet so that she is eating primarily plant-based foods. Additionally, has added a lot of activity to her lifestyle. She has lost weight, and is inspiring others to improve their health too.

Bette started the Mat-Su Hiking Club, and gotten many of us interested in Tai Chi and Yoga. A big part of Bette's strategy to improving her health has revolved around group activities and connecting with other people who are also trying to make positive lifestyle changes. WIN for Alaska, Inc. helps us do that by focusing on making systematic, productive changes, while having fun with our work friends.

~ Bette was nominated by a friend and coworker.