Opportunity Knocks The primary objective of peer education is to assist in the development and implementation of campus-wide health promotion campaigns designed to prevent health problems among college students by encouraging healthy lifestyles. Who Are We? As an extension of Hendrix Health Center and MSUM, health promotion peer educator interns develop and implement activities designed to encourage positive lifestyles. Hendrix Health Promotion Peer Educator Interns all attend MSUM, represent a variety of majors and are certified by The BACCHUS & GAMMA Peer Education Network. The goals of peer education are to: Peer Educators facilitate presentations in the residence halls and classrooms. These presentations are designed to encourage healthy lifestyles for the campus community. Below is a partial listing of programs interns promote and present.
What is Peer Education?
Hendrix Health Center Peer Educator Interns
So You Want A Tattoo.
Presentation that addresses questions of choosing a studio and an artist, safety measures and what to do if you don't like your tattoo.
Getting What You Want From Body Piercing
Addresses types of piercing, choosing a studio an artist, safety measures and the proper metals for piercing.
Sex-Tac-Toe
Fun and interactive game designed to provide information regarding a variety of relationship issues.
Condom Bingo
Interactive game answers questions related to sex. When you yell BINGO, you'll receive a FREE CONDOM!
Human Monopoly
Life-size game board activity addressing knowledge about alcohol use and issues. Prizes Included!
He Said/She Said
A unique format for men and women to respond to questions such as, " I wish women would...", " I wish men would...".
Pillow Talk
Grab your pillow, get into your PJ's and meet in the lounge for an informal chat, question/answer session on any issue residents are interested in.
Stress
Learn how to use time management skills and other techniques to ease and cope with stress in your life.
Relationships
This program addresses issues such as long-distance realtionships, keys to a healthy relationship and warning signs of unhealthy relationships.
Health Jeopardy
A new fun interactive jeopardy game that deals with a variety of topics such as : Sex, Alcohol,Condoms,Contraception, Pharming, STI's, HIV/AIDS, and Stress. Demonstrations, hand-outs and prizes will be awarded!
Drugs/Alcohol Jeopardy
A new fun interactive jeopardy game that deals with a variety of topics such as: other drugs, marijuana, date rape drugs, alcohol, GHB, and Ecstasy. Demonstrations, hand-outs and prizes will be awarded!
Virtual Social Networking
A NEW fun, interactive and informative presentation that shows students the ins and outs of virtual social networks such as Facebook and Myspace.
To Schedule a Program, Please Contact Lynn Peterson at 477-2211
What Else Do Peer Educator Interns Do?
In addition to programming, interns gain practical experience in public relations and advertising through the promotion of Hendrix Health Center's programs, services and annual health fair.
10 Reasons to Apply for Hendrix Health Center's Health Promotion Peer Education Internship:
- Professional work experience
- Professional references
- Develop organizational management skills
- Develop leadership skills
- Gain public speaking and education experience
- Impact the lives of others in a positive way
- Meet new people
- Participate in excellent training
- Credits available if you meet prerequisites
- Assist in the planning and promotion of the annual Hendrix Health Fair.
To learn more about this internship opportunity, please contact Lynn Peterson at 477-2211 or drop by Hendrix Health Center anytime Monday-Friday from 8am-4:30pm
