The Healthy Campus concept emerged from the realization that the main factors for enhancing learning are the quality of life and the health of students in a wider context. Emphasis was given to the spiritual. social, physical, mental, emotional and enviromental aspects.

The Healthy Campus proramme commenced in 2000 and is based on 5 main characteristics: (1) volunteerism, (2) Teamwork, (3) Data and Information, (4) Self Sufficiency, (5) Comprehensive documentation.

The programme stressed on the need for a healthy lifestyle as key to knowledge acquisition. Information sources was prioritized in the provision of integrated services. In relation to this, a portal known as the Healthy Campus Portal (http://healthycampus.usm.my) was developed. The portal emphasizes on general accessibility to information pertaining to activities and documentation related to health. The relevant information can be read or downloaded at any time .