Peer Education Program

Health Promotion & Prevention Education (HPPE) Peer Educators are the heartbeat of our programs. They’re passionate, trained student leaders who bring health promotion, harm reduction, and violence prevention to life on campus. Peer Educators help create safer, healthier spaces by leading workshops, planning events, engaging in honest conversations with fellow students, and making sure Golden Eagles have the tools they need to thrive. This is a paid student leadership position. Peer Educators are part of the HPPE team and are compensated for their time and contributions. Here’s a look at what they do:

• Facilitate workshops on topics like sexual health, alcohol and other drugs, bystander intervention, relationships, mental health, and more.
• Host interactive events like Boozy Bingo, Game Nights, and tabling activities that spark conversation and connection.
• Collaborate with campus partners to bring resources to students where they’re at such as in res halls, classrooms, and campus events.
• Provide feedback and input to shape HPPE programming, ensuring it reflects student voices and experiences.
• Serve as role models for their peers, promoting wellness, inclusion, and community.

Being a Peer Educator is a paid leadership experience that builds your résumé and helps you grow personally and professionally. Peer Educators gain:

• Hourly pay as a student employee
• Public speaking and facilitation skills
• Knowledge in health promotion and prevention education
• Experience working in a professional campus office
• A strong community of like-minded peers

We typically hire Peer Educators each semester for the following semester. When positions are open, the job will be posted on Handshake, where students can submit their application directly. We welcome students from all majors and backgrounds - no prior experience required, just a willingness to learn and engage! 

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