Office of Health Education & Promotion

The Office of Health Education and Promotion provides a variety of educational programming (trainings, workshops, presentations) on various health and wellness topics to the UNH community.

All of our programs are created and presented by Wellness Educator/Counselors and trained SPEAC participants. Each program is designed for the audience and topical area being addressed using lecture, discussion, videos and/or experiential learning. Programs generally run for 1 – 1.5 hours.

Scheduling a Program

We require at least two-weeks notice to present a program. You can schedule a program by calling (603) 862-3823 or filling out the online request form.

Programs Available

Topical Areas

Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drugs
Nutrition and Body Image
Sexuality, Sexual Health, and Gender Identity
Wellness
Party Kits
Design Your Own Program

Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drugs Programs

Women and Alcohol (and other drugs)
Alcohol (and other drugs) can affect women differently than their male counterparts. This can make some situations more risky for women. Learn about the differences, and ways to reduce risk while still having fun. Lots of conversation and discussion in this very enlightening program.
What's That Drug?
An interactive program designed to educate about different drugs, including non-prescription and prescription medications, illicit drugs and even supplements.
Cultural Perspective on Alcohol
How is alcohol used in other countries? How is it involved in religion, rituals and rites? Does the U.S. have a bigger drinking problem because of the drinking age? These and other questions will be explored as we look at how alcohol is used around the world and on our campus.
Here's Looking at UNH
Does UNH deserve its Princeton Review ranking of 11th top party school. UNH data and even student opinion says NO! Come air your thoughts as we take a look at the real UNH.
The Drinking Game
A fun, interactive game that looks at alcohol and other drug facts, new research and thought provoking questions. It combines education and fun as teams compete for the top prize.
Helping a Friend
Most of us will know someone with a drinking problem at some point in our lives. Research supports that it will often happen in college. What can you do to help? Tips, tricks and techniques to help a friend or loved one.
Up in Smoke
What is the buzz about marijuana? Is it widely used? What are the advantages and risks to using marijuana and what does the current research say?
Where Do You Stand?
This is a fun and interactive program that looks at where we all stand regarding alcohol and other drug issues, on campus and in life!
Becoming a Former Smoker
Learn about what kind of smoker you are, techniques to quit, and different services offered through the UNH Health Services. Receive a quit kit and some information on meditation. Can be a helpful program for "social smokers" (those who only smoke when drinking or around others who smoke) and for friends and family members too.

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Nutrition and Body Image Programs

Basic Nutrition Information
This program would spotlight nutrient/food groups that are usually lacking in college students' food plans (calcium, iron, fruits and vegetables).
How To Navigate The Dining Halls
This program is sometimes coordinated with an intern from dining services. Very popular for first year students as we will discuss making wise food choices and the myth of the "Freshman 15."
How To Eat Before And After Your Work Out
This program details the specifics of what foods to include pre- and post- workout. Also examines the nutrient needs of weight training as well as cardiovascular workouts. We also discuss supplements, ergogenic aids and anabolic steroids.
Body Image/Eating Concerns
This program begins with information on sel-esteem and body image and then discusses the specifics of disordered eating, what is normal eating and finally how to help someone who is suffering from disordered eating.
How to Really Get Ready For Spring Break! (DIET IS A FOUR LETTER WORD)
This program is popular second semester, before spring break. We educate students about the dangers of popular weight loss programs and offer information on how to eat well.
Programs For Special Nutritional Needs
A program can meet any particular need of any group. This might include vegetarianism or students training for a marathon.

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Sexuality, Sexual Health, and Gender Identity Programs

Contraceptive Choices
Students will learn, through a hands-on program, about all available methods of contraception.
Women's Sexual Health
Students will learn the basics of what to expect in an annual exam, including having a pap smear and Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) testing, and doing a breast self-exam.
Men's Sexual Health
Students will learn about the importance of being seen for regular exams, including STI testing and Testicular self-exam.
Safer Sex
This interactive program gives students opportunities to learning about sexual safety, HIV and Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) prevention, sexual decision-making, and sexual self-care.
Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)
This program is about the basics of Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs), including signs and symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and ultimately, prevention.
Divine Sexuality
Students will learn about what they think, believe, feel, and have been taught about sexuality through completing their own sexuality lifeline.
Gender Identity (Transgender Issues)
Video presentations utilizing "A Transgender Path," and "Transamazon" will initiate a program exploring gender identity and expression.
Men's Issues
This program will explore what it means to be a man in American culture, including issues of friendship, fathers, sexuality, homophobia, communication, and more.
Relationships
This program will help students explore the kinds of relationships (friendships, dating, intimate partners, etc) that they want to develop and nourish in their lives.

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Wellness Programs

Self Massage
This program is an interactive experience. Students learn how to do self massage on their heads, hands and feet. They are introduced to various techniques that enhance the massage and also learn the benefits of it. Please have students bring a pillow for a more comfortable experience.
Creative Ways to Manage Stress
Participants share their stressors and current coping mechanisms then measure their current stress levels using bio feed back. Information on increasing awareness, how we can take charge of our responses to stress stimuli, making healthy choices in responses and how to incorporate these changes into daily living are discussed. Then, using the creative arts, like coloring therapy and mandala making, students are taught practical stress management techniques.
Financial Management
Many college students have minimal skills in managing their money and debt. The CASH (Create a Savings Habit) program gives an excellent overview of budgeting, saving, credit card debt and money management.
Relax Your Way To Better Health Through Movement and Meditation
Using basic movement and meditation, students can learn to relax and revitalize. This introductory program will teach students several approaches to meditation, ultimately helping them to let go of tension, and generate new energy. Students will be provided with additional resources and ways in which to incorporate these skills into everyday life. Please have students come dressed comfortably, with loose fitting clothes.
Balancing Your Life – What Are Your Greatest Strengths
Using a strength-based problem solving approach, students will have an opportunity to explore their personal strengths and challenges through the creative arts. Images and discussion will help students to identify these concepts, as well as ways in which to balance their lives using their unique skills and talents. Informational handouts will be provided as a way to guide students to make decisions that are the healthiest for them.
Exploring Your Faith and Spirituality Through Expressive Arts
What is your philosophy of life? What standards and ethics do you live by and how did you come to live by them? What does faith and spirituality mean to you? Self knowledge and understanding around these concepts contributes to wellness and balance in our lives. Through imagery, meditation and discussion students will have the opportunity to explore their personal faith. This program helps students examine the standards in which they live by, as well as learn about, and develop acceptance for others.
Self-Esteem/Self-Image
How we feel and view ourselves is at the core of wellness and balancing our lives. This program helps students examine how they see themselves, what affects their feelings, and how they can enhance their self-esteem. It also touches upon assertiveness and decision making.

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Party Kits

Spa Party Kit
Package includes educational information on taking care of yourself from the inside out and all the materials needed to have each participant give themselves a facial.
Sleep Party Kit
Package includes educational material on how to get a better night's sleep and all the materials needed to have each participant create their own aromatherapy filled eye pillow.

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Design Your Own Program

Our staff is always looking to run new programs! If you have a program/topical idea in mind we can sit down with you to discuss your ideas and design a program that is tailored to your specific audience and goals. We suggest that you give us at least 2-3 weeks to make this happen. This timeframe includes time to meet with you individually.

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*All of our programs and services are available to the University of New Hampshire community only.