Student Health and Wellness at UW-Oshkosh
Success in the classroom starts with taking care of yourself.
College isn’t easy—it’s a time of academic, social, and emotional challenges. Prioritizing health and wellness will support not only your personal growth but also academic performance and long-term success. UW-Oshkosh is here to help, offering medical care, mental health counseling, and other valuable resources to support you and guide you in making informed decisions about your well-being.
Year-Round Service
SHAW is the overarching organization behind four UWO resource offices. All four are here for you year-round to maintain and expand your well-being.
Medical Center
The Medical Center offers medical care, exams, immunizations, and procedures to currently enrolled students. Services include birth control, GYN exam and PAP test, psychiatry, nutrition, travel health, prescriptions, and medical records services.
(920) 424-2424
Radford Hall, First Floor
777 Algoma Boulevard
uwosh.edu/studenthealth
Recreation Center
The Student Recreation and Wellness Center (SRWC) is the Titan home for clean and well-maintained exercise facilities, intramural athletic leagues, outdoor adventures and more.
(920) 424-2061
Student Success Center, Suite 240
uwosh.edu/recreation
Counseling Center
The Counseling Center engages students in overcoming challenges and achieving wellness. Counseling appointments and a wide variety of mental health resources are offered free of charge to UWO students.
(920) 424-2061
Student Success Center, Suite 240
750 Elmwood Avenue
uwosh.edu/counseling
Health Promotion Services
You learn best when you feel your best.
Health challenges—physical or emotional—can make it hard to focus, keep up with classes, or stay on track. If stress, illness, anxiety, or anything else is getting in the way, don’t wait to reach out. We’re here to help you clear the path between where you are and where you’re going.
SHAW Blog
Read on for updates from Student Health and Wellness at UW-Oshkosh.
Health and Wellness – November 2025
UW-Oshkosh HEALTH & WELLNESS NEWSLETTER NOVEMBER 2025 Sleep Smarter, Stress Less: Tips for Better Rest This Semester As classes ramp up and daylight-saving time (DST) approaches, many students find it harder to get quality sleep. According to the 2024 National...
Health and Wellness – October 2025
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Health and Wellness – September 2025
September Health & Wellness Newsletter Your newsletter from Student Health and Wellness (SHAW) Top Tips for Staying Healthy in College Staying healthy on a college campus can be challenging with the stress, packed schedules, late nights, and temptations around...
SHAW Events
Check back often for updates on upcoming events in Student Health and Wellness!
The Red Zone
Sept. 1–Oct. 12
The U.S. Department of Justice has identified the first six weeks as a period of high risk for sexual assault perpetration on college campuses. At UW Oshkosh, Red Zone programming reclaims this time by focusing on prevention.
Free STI Testing at the SHC
10/6/-10/10
Student Health Center
The Student Health Center is offering free STI testing! Testing for chlamydia and gonorrhea requires only a urine sample. Self-schedule on the patient portal (http://mywellness.uwosh.edu/) or call to schedule an appointment. Walk-ins may be accepted depending on availability.
Student Health Lawn: Trick or Treat at the SHC
10/29, 1:30-3:30 pm
We are bringing the treats so you can have a safe and fun Halloween! Stop by the Student Health Center for free Halloween goodie bags and safer sex supplies (while supplies last).
Sweet Dreams
11/11, 1:30-3:30 pm
Location TBD
Emergency Resources
Familiarize yourself with emergency resources at UWO and in the community:
- First: In an emergency, call 911.
- Mental health crisis support: Counseling Center
- Urgent health care: Student Medical Center
- Non-emergency incident reporting: UW Oshkosh Police Department