Educational Programs

Bringing well-being directly to your community

Health & Wellness empowers students to integrate well-being into their pursuit of personal and academic success through education and skill development.

UNH Community: Any person or group (e.g., student organizations) within the UNH community can request a program for students or employees.

Faculty: Unexpected scheduling conflict? If we have availability, we can facilitate one of our educational programs to ensure your class can still take place. Please refer to our Don't Cancel That Class initiative.

Residential Life/Housing: We offer tailored programs aligned with your curriculum and learning outcomes, as well as educational resources and consultation for materials such as bulletin boards.

Surrounding Community: If you are not part of the UNH community, you can still request a program and it will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

About Our Programming

Our programs offer:
- Knowledge gain
- Self-reflection
- Peer connection
- Skill development
Content is based on current public health research and delivered by professional staff or trained interns.
Programs are tailored to your group's needs and typically last 50–75 minutes.
We offer both in-person and online options.

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Well-Being & Wellness
Alcohol, Nicotine, Cannabis
Nutrition, Eating Concerns, Body Image
Sexual Well-Being
Emotional Wellness, Stress, Mental Health
Financial Wellness
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Wellness & Well-Being

Program Title	Program Description	Learning Objectives
The Meaning of Wellness: A Whole-Person Approach to Wellness * This is our core well-being program that introduces participants to UNH’s Well-Being Wheel.	Well-being encompasses more than just physical health and academic achievement. Using UNH's Well-Being Wheel as a framework, participants will engage in an interactive activity designed to foster a holistic understanding of well-being. Through education and self-reflection, participants will learn how to leverage their values and strengths to enhance motivation and energy.	Define wellness and well-being, differentiating between the two concepts and providing examples of each. Describe at least two ways in which personal identity (e.g., race, gender, socioeconomic status) can influence an individual's experience of wellness. Demonstrate the ability to perform a self-assessment using expressive writing to identify where they have strengths and challenges. Identify and describe two coping skills that align with personal strengths and values and explain how these skills can be applied to enhance well-being.
How's My Wellness?: Interactive Wellness Check-in Table	When time is limited, our interactive table offers students a brief introduction to the UNH Well-Being Wheel and a chance for self-reflection.	Identify the UNH Well-Being Wheel. Understand how to quickly check-in with one’s wellness.
Your Wellness Vision: Creatively Explore Your Goals This practice is a key component of our wellness coaching framework.	Leveraging their inherent strengths of curiosity and creativity, participants will utilize the UNH Well-Being Wheel to explore the eight dimensions of wellness and develop a personalized wellness vision.	Explain the importance of developing a personal wellness vision. Describe how to use a wellness vision to guide progress toward optimal well-being. Apply creativity and curiosity to create a personal wellness vision.
Values as Your Inner Compass Toward Wellness: Navigating Life with Purpose and Intention This practice is a key component of our wellness coaching framework.	Values actively guide deliberate decision-making. Using core values as an internal compass fosters motivation, goal attainment, and well-being. This interactive workshop guides participants through identifying their core values and applying them to make decisions for positive behavior change.	Define personal boundaries and articulate their connection to physical, emotional, and mental well-being. Identify and prioritize personal core values. Explain how understanding and applying core values can improve decision-making, promote self-awareness, and support behavior change.

Alcohol, Nicotine, Cannabis

Alcohol, Nicotine, Cannabis, Bystander Intervention, Hazing, Opioids and Responding to Overdose

Program Title	Program Description	Learning Objectives
Alcohol 101 The foundational program for supporting well-being through alcohol harm reduction education Format: Presentation	This foundational program educates on the basics of alcohol, including its effects on the body and brain, and strategies to reduce risks for harm. This is a formal presentation that utilizes interactive activities to assist participants in delving deeper into the concept of standard drink sizes, blood alcohol concentration, why more is not better when it comes to drinking and encourages reflection on one’s personal values when making alcohol use (or non-use) choices.	Identify the physical impacts of alcohol on the body and developing brain. Summarize the relationship between standard drink sizes and blood alcohol concentration. Evaluate beliefs and perceptions which influence alcohol use choices. Distinguish between high risk and low risk drinking behaviors. Discuss strategies to reduce harms associated with alcohol use.
Alcohol, Nicotine, or Other Drug (ANOD) Tabling/Lobby Programs Format: Peer Facilitated Activity and Discussion	These interactive programs are facilitated by ANOD Student Interns to provide space for open and nonjudgmental inquiry and learning and are ideal for tabling events. Any of these can be facilitated at your residence hall, student organization, team, or club event.  WHAT’S IN YOUR CUP? Using a pouring activity to illustrate the "Mind the Line" concept—a harm-reduction strategy for students who choose to drink—this peer-led program fosters open and non-judgmental discussion and learning. FACT OR MYTH? This program is designed to assess participants’ knowledge, beliefs and perceptions about substances and their effects. Focused on how perceptions influence choices, the activity is based on research, best practices, and social norming data, and can be tailored to your audience. HIGH RISK / LOW RISK What makes a behavior high risk or low risk? This program challenges participants to evaluate real life college scenarios involving alcohol, and other drugs to identify risk factors and discuss lower risk options and strategies.	Define standard drink sizes. Summarize the relationship between standard drink sizes, blood alcohol concentration, and risks for harm. Identify and apply strategies to reduce harms associated with alcohol use. Summarize ANOD facts. Examine individual perceptions about ANOD. Utilize information to make informed choices regarding ANOD use. List the elements that make the situation, behavior or ANOD choice high or low -risk. Propose lower risk alternatives to high-risk ANOD situations, behaviors or choices.
Cannabinology: The Study of Cannabis Format: Presentation	Research shows that frequent cannabis use by college students is linked to lower GPAs, skipped classes, and delayed graduation (Kilmer & Lee 2021). Participants will explore the latest cannabis research pertaining to college students and young adults. This program covers the effects of cannabis use on learning, health and well-being, risk for dependency, withdrawal symptoms, and provides guidance on how to take an effective tolerance break.	Identify risks of cannabis use on the body and developing brain of young adults. Summarize the relationships between cannabis use and sleep, appetite, mood, attention, learning and driving. Evaluate beliefs and perceptions which influence cannabis use choices. Discuss strategies to reduce harms associated with cannabis use.
Step In, Step Up!: How To Intervene in An Alcohol or Other Drug (AOD) Emergency Format: Presentation	Have you ever been in a situation where you are concerned about the effects of someone’s alcohol or other drug use, and fear for their safety, yet don’t know if, or how you should intervene? This training equips participants with the knowledge and skills to identify, respond, and support each other in alcohol, other drug related emergencies. This program can be tailored to the interests and needs of the community and can include opioid specific Narcan training.	Recognize the signs of an alcohol, or other drug emergency / overdose. Discuss barriers and strategies to bystander intervention. Take responsibility for intervening regardless of familiarity with the person in distress. Learn skills to safely and effectively respond and provide support during an AOD emergency. Understand the protections under the UNH Medical Amnesty Policy and NH Good Samaritan Law.
Hazing: Identifying, Responding, Reporting and Prevention Format: Presentation	According to the National Study of Student Hazing (Allen/Madden 2008), more than half (55%) of college students involved in clubs, teams, and organizations experience hazing.  Yet most college students do not recognize hazing behaviors when they occur and don’t know what to do about it when they do. This program focuses on engaging students to identify, respond, and report hazing, alcohol education and the role of drinking as a norm in hazing, and discusses strategies for shifting social norms to create inclusive group cultures. This program can be tailored to your group’s interest or needs.	Define the criteria for hazing. Summarize the three types of hazing behaviors. Evaluate situations to determine whether they meet the criteria for hazing. Summarize the relationship between hazing and alcohol use. Discuss individual and community level interventions to address hazing. List resources for support and reporting.
One Pill Can Kill: Opioid Overdose Intervention Training Format: Presentation	This training educates participants on opioid overdose, emphasizing that use of even a single pill of unprescribed medication can be deadly. Participants will learn key strategies for overdose prevention and the importance of reducing stigma in addressing college substance use. Participants will be empowered with the knowledge and skills to save lives, engage in bystander intervention, and make informed decisions in high-risk situations.	Discuss the opioid crisis in the context of illicit drug manufacturing List opioids significantly associated with overdose in NH Understand risks for overdose Identify signs of opioid overdose Learn skills to respond to overdose. Know how to administer Narcan (naloxone). List open access sites on campus to acquire free Narcan (naloxone). Know where to find information and resources on opioid overdose.

Nutrition, Eating Concerns, Body Image

Program Title	Program Description	Learning Objectives
Let's Talk Diets	Diet culture is pervasive in our society. Amidst numerous fad diets and nutritional misinformation, this workshop will explore popular diet trends and their associated risks. Participants will learn about the potential physical and mental health consequences of dieting and discover strategies for cultivating a healthier relationship with food, body, and mind.	Identify popular diet trends and their associated health risks. Understand the physical and mental health impacts of chronic dieting. Recognize and challenge internalized diet culture beliefs. Apply strategies to develop a balanced relationship with food beyond diet culture.
What's Cooking?	Interested in learning how to make easy, balanced, budget-friendly meals? Our hands-on cooking classes led by nutrition interns combine practical cooking skills with nutrition education. Classes are scheduled on Wednesday or Thursday evenings based on availability of the demo kitchen. Please notify us of any dietary restrictions in advance for recipe modifications. Class duration is approximately 1.5 hours.	Develop skills to prepare nutritious, balanced meals using diverse ingredients. Master basic cooking techniques to build kitchen confidence. Apply strategies for budget-friendly meal planning and shopping while maintaining nutritional value. Understand ingredient nutrition and make informed food choices. Create convenient, affordable, and healthy meals suitable for busy schedules.
Social Media and Body Image	Understand how social media shapes modern body image perceptions in this one-hour workshop. Examine the psychological impact of filters, editing apps, and curated content on self-esteem. Learn to identify manipulated imagery, develop critical media literacy skills, and create healthier digital boundaries. Discover practical strategies for cultivating positive self-image in an increasingly digital world.	Define body image and identify the factors shaping self-perception. Recognize how social media features (filters, editing, curation) impact body image and self-esteem. Understand the psychological effects of repeated exposure to idealized social media images. Analyze social media's role in promoting unrealistic beauty standards. Apply strategies to minimize social media's negative impact on body image through boundaries and self-compassion.
How to Help a Friend	Develop essential skills for supporting those struggling with eating disorders. This comprehensive workshop covers the warning signs of common eating disorders, their physical and emotional impacts, and effective intervention strategies. Learn conversation techniques, support resources, and practical steps for guiding friends toward professional help while maintaining boundaries and trust.	Define and distinguish between primary types of eating disorders and their characteristics. Identify common signs and symptoms of eating disorders in peers. Understand the comprehensive health impacts and consequences of eating disorders. Apply strategies for compassionate intervention with struggling peers. Access campus and community resources for eating disorder support.
Intuitive Eating	Discover intuitive eating - a research-backed approach that harmonizes physical and mental health while honoring all body types. With over 125 supporting studies, this framework helps you reconnect with natural eating cues and break free from restrictive diet rules. This hour-long workshop explores current diet culture, examines dieting's psychological impact, and introduces Health at Every Size principles before unveiling the 10 fundamental practices of intuitive eating.	Define intuitive eating and its approach to physical and mental health through internal cues, contrasting with diet culture. Recognize diet culture's negative psychological impacts on body image and mental health. Explain the 10 principles of intuitive eating and their role in rebuilding body connection and food relationships. Identify and challenge common diet myths that conflict with intuitive eating principles. Describe how intuitive eating promotes a sustainable, positive relationship with food free from shame and restriction.

Sexual Health & Well-Being

Program Title	Program Description	Learning Objectives
Safer Sex: How to Use Barrier Methods	This core safer sex program educates students on the proper use of barrier methods and lubrication to reduce the risk of STIs/HIV and unintended pregnancy. Using anatomical models, students will learn and practice using condoms, dental dams, and latex gloves. The program also provides information on safer sex products for enhanced pleasure, STI/HIV prevalence among college students, and sexual health services and wellness coaching available at Health & Wellness.	Students will be able to list and describe at least three types of barrier methods (condoms, dental dams, and latex gloves). Students will be able to explain how barrier methods reduce the risk of STI/HIV transmission and unintended pregnancy. Students will be able to identify and describe available sexual health services and wellness coaching offered by Health & Wellness. Students will be able to demonstrate the correct application of condoms and dental dams on anatomical models. Students will be able to articulate the importance of using barrier methods for sexual health and personal well-being.
Sexual Health & Well-Being: Benefits of Pleasure and Intimacy	The experience of pleasure enhances emotional and social wellness. Participant will be guided through an activity to explore what sexual pleasure and intimacy means to them, both in and out of sex. This program has a focus on intimacy and is appropriate for students who aren't sexually active. * This is a presentation and can't be made into a lobby program.	Students will identify the connection between pleasure, emotional wellness, and social wellness. Students will be able to define the role of pleasure in enhancing emotional and social wellness in at least two distinct ways. Students will recognize the difference between sexual and non-sexual intimacy. Students will demonstrate the ability to articulate personal boundaries related to intimacy. Students will create a self-care plan that includes strategies for nurturing emotional and social wellness through non-sexual intimacy and pleasure.
What Is Sex?: Worldviews, Culture, and Values	Understanding what sex and intimacy are and how they shape, and are shaped by, our lives is foundational to the promotion of sexual health and well-being. Thus, this program provides a space for learners to critically examine how societal, cultural, and personal influences mold their understanding of sex, intimacy, and relationships. Throughout the session, participants will engage in reflective activities, group discussions, and value mapping exercises designed to uncover how sex and intimacy are not one-size-fits-all, fixed truths. Rather, they vary from person to person and are shaped by our many different worldviews, values, and experiences. With a trauma-informed lens, participants will be encouraged to share, reflect, and challenge existing beliefs in a supportive and inclusive environment.	Identify and reflect on the key cultural and personal factors that shape individuals’ attitudes toward sex and sexuality. Explore and articulate how the concept of sexual health and well-being is informed by personal and cultural perspectives on sex and intimacy. Critically assess the impact of cross-cultural perspectives on sexual attitudes, sexual behaviors, and sexual health, ultimately using that information to recognize the various ways sex might manifest for people. Enhance self-awareness by mapping personal values and sexological worldviews.
Employee Professional Development Sexual Citizenship: Moving from Understanding to Application in Higher Education This program is co-facilitated by staff from The SHARPP Center and Health & Wellness. The duration of this program is 90 minutes. If you are a student group and would like this program, please submit a program request and we can accommodate.	Utilizing the research of Sexual Citizens, participants will analyze and apply three key concepts—sexual projects, sexual geography, and sexual citizenship—to their work with students. The program will address the current landscape of sexual well-being and violence prevention on campus, including hookup culture and prevailing social/sexual norms. Through collective examination, participants will explore their own biases, assumptions, values, and beliefs related to these topics and consider their potential impact on their work.	Define the concepts of sexual projects, sexual geography, and sexual citizenship, as defined in the research of Sexual Citizens. Describe the current landscape of sexual well-being and violence prevention on campus, including prevalent social/sexual norms and hookup culture. Summarize the key findings of Sexual Citizens research relevant to campus sexual culture. Understand the resources available at UNH to support student’s sexual health and well-being.

Emotional Wellness, Stress, Mental Health

Program Title	Program Description	Learning Objectives
The Meaning of Stress: Get Better at Stress * This is our core stress program	Stress is a natural part of the human experience, impacting the entire body as we pursue meaningful lives and work toward our goals. Transforming our relationship with stress can generate energy and motivation, allowing us to skillfully address it rather than avoid it. This program helps participants understand the causes and manifestations of their stress, enabling them to utilize effective coping skills. Participants will also learn about emotions using the Mood Meter and practice mindfulness techniques.	Define stress and its differences and interconnectedness to mental health, mental illness, and burn out. Understand the symptoms of stress that may be experienced in the body, mind, emotions, and behaviors. Understand how stress is connected to meaning and goal seeking. Explain how the stress and relaxation response can help one engage in a meaningful life. Deploy a stress mindset practice.
You Got This: Interactive Stress Check-in Table	When time is limited, our interactive table offers students an opportunity to notice their stress, connect to its meaning, and commit to one action step.	Explain how stress and meaning overlap. Understand how to quickly conduct a self-check-in.
Identity-Based Stress: Exploring the Impacts on Well-Being and Healing	While stress is a common human experience, its impact is not evenly distributed. Individuals holding marginalized identities frequently experience higher levels of stress over longer periods, significantly affecting their well-being and mental health. This program will explore the principles of identity-based stress and strategies for both collective and individual healing.	Define identity-based stress and its distinct features. Explain how social determinants of health contribute to disparities in well-being. Reflect on how personal identities may shape experiences of stress and overall well-being. Explore the potential for post-traumatic growth and healing in the context of collective trauma.
Boundaries & Communication: Recognizing, Responding, and Advocating for Your Well-Being	Clearly communicating boundaries, both with yourself and others, is crucial for well-being and coping with stress. Setting limits with friends, family, and even with personal behaviors (such as alcohol consumption or social media use) is essential for maintaining wellness. Learn how to establish healthy boundaries and prioritize them in your life.	Define personal boundaries. Explain the relationship between healthy boundaries and overall well-being. Identify areas in their own lives where they have established healthy boundaries. Practice setting boundaries in various contexts (self, relationships, behaviors). Demonstrate effective communication techniques for setting and maintaining boundaries.
Self-Compassion: The Science of Befriending Yourself for Well-Being	College presents unique challenges, often exacerbated by self-criticism and the pursuit of unattainable perfection. Self-compassion—treating oneself with the same kindness and care given to a good friend—can mitigate these challenges. Research shows self-compassion increases motivation, reduces shame, and enhances emotional well-being. This program will teach participants how to integrate self-compassion into their self-care practices.	Define the three components of self-compassion. Explain how self-compassion can enhance motivation and self-worth. Describe strategies for cultivating self-compassion.
Beating Burnout: Recognize, Respond, and Replenish	This session explores the complexities of burnout, moving beyond simplistic media portrayals of overwork. Participants will learn Dr. Jacinta Jimenez’s three-step process for addressing burnout—recognize, respond, replenish—and will assess their own burnout profile and discuss strategies for active replenishment.	Coming soon!
Be Well, Sleep Well: Prioritizing Sleep for Success and Emotional Well-Being	While the benefits of sleep for health and well-being are widely known, quality sleep often eludes college students. This program will explore the importance of sleep and provide practical strategies for achieving restful nights and promoting academic and personal success.	Describe the physiological processes that occur during sleep. Explain how sleep enhances learning, decision-making, and overall health. Analyze personal sleep patterns, identifying strengths and challenges. Identify environmental factors in shared living spaces that can negatively impact sleep. Apply practical strategies to improve sleep behaviors. Determine when self-management strategies for sleep difficulties are insufficient and professional medical intervention is necessary.
How Are You— Really?: Connection and Authenticity for Community Mental Health *This program is part of UNH’s mental health campaign, designed in collaboration with PACS.	"How are you?" is an invitation to connect, show you care, and share your true experience. This program uses UNH’s Mental Health Continuum and Mood Meter to help participants understand and support their emotional wellness and mental health, while also fostering a culture of care through individual reflection and community dialogue.	Differentiate between stress, anxiety, and depression, including their characteristic symptoms. Use the Mood Meter to identify and label emotions. Use the Mental Health Continuum to assess their mental health status (content, okay, struggling, or distressed). Identify and apply internal and campus resources to support mental health across the Mental Health Continuum.

Financial Wellness

Program Title	Program Description	Learning Objectives
Financial Wellness	Our staff is available to consult with you on creating an effective health and wellness program that aligns with your goals and learning objectives. To ensure we have ample time to collaborate with you and design a program that meets your specific needs, please provide at least 3-4 weeks of advance notice.	Define key concepts related to financial wellness, including budgeting, savings, credit, and debt management. Explain the importance of financial wellness and its impact on long-term financial security. Learn basic personal budgeting principles to improve money management. Compare different savings strategies and determine the most effective approach for individual financial goals. Understand the impact of credit scores on future financial opportunities and make informed decisions about credit use. Describe common financial threats, including identity theft, and outline best practices for protecting personal finances. Recognize and utilize financial tools and resources to enhance financial decision-making and management.

Design Your Own Program/Table

Program Title	Program Description	Learning Objectives
Tailored Program for Students and Employees	Our staff is available to consult with you on creating an effective health and wellness program that aligns with your goals and learning objectives. To ensure we have ample time to collaborate with you and design a program that meets your specific needs, please provide at least 3-4 weeks of advance notice.	To be determined, based on program design.

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