We accomplish this through a number of peer education activities that enhance awareness of health issues, build caring and respectful relationships, and encourage critical analyses of personal and community attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors. Sexual Health educators help students make informed decisions about their sexual health. Workshops address contraception, safer sex, sexually transmitted infections, and communication skills. Wellness educators assist students by providing them with a variety of self-care health strategies. Educators are also trained in blood pressure measurement and hold free blood pressure screenings at different places on campus.
Educators also operate a cold care center to help students treat cold and flu symptoms.
Nutrition educators increase students understanding of the role nutrition plays in wellness. Outreach activities include the promotion of National Nutrition Month and National Eating Disorders Week. Educators increase students understanding of the impact that alcohol and other drugs may have on their lives. Educators sponsor special alcohol and drug prevention activities such as The Great American Smokeout. In addition to identifying a content area, you will also be involved with a team that participates in various activities.