What is a Peer Health Educator?
PHEs are students that are trained on various health issues including colds and flu, first aid, substance use/misuse, sexual health, stress management, etc. They have supplies for minor health concerns, such as bandages, ice packs, common over-the-counter medicines, thermometers, and condoms, and they serve as a resource and referral agent in addressing your health and wellness needs. In addition to serving the health needs of individual students, PHEs plan and implement wellness programs, presentations and outreach initiatives for campus.
For students who are seeking health education and resources from their PHE, know that your conversations with PHEs are private. Unless an individual is a threat to themselves or others, or if a student discloses experiencing sexual assault, PHEs maintain confidentiality.
What supplies can I get from the Peer Health Educators?
Free to Students:
- Band Aids
- Tylenol
- Ibuprofen
- Cough drops
- Condoms
For Purchase:
- ACE Bandages
- Ice Packs (reusable)
- Pregnancy Test Kit
- Emergency contraception
- Thermometer
- Hydrocortisone cream
- Throat lozenges
- Tums
How do I contact my Peer Health Educator?
If you have any questions about visiting the PHE office, please reach out to wellness@uwosh.edu.
Do PHEs have special training?
PHEs at UW Oshkosh attend of training before the fall semester starts, as well as regular meetings and lectures to stay current with college health. Some of the topics they are trained in include sexual health, cold/flu, stress management, bystander intervention, sleep hygiene, alcohol, and nutrition.
