Peer Education Program Descriptions
Gain valuable experience, meet new people, and earn 3 academic credits! Peer education programs include:
S.A.H.E.T. (Suicide Awareness Health Education and Training),S.H.A.R.E. (Sexual Health and Reproductive Education),
S.A.R.P.P. Educators(Sexual Assault Response and Prevention Program Educators,S.A.R.P.P.Peer Advocates
(Sexual Assault Response and Prevention Program Peer Advocates),
Terp C.H.O.I.C.E.S. (Choosing Healthy Options in the College Environment Safely,
HEALTH Works (Helping Establish A Lifestyle That Works), and
S.E.E.D.S.(Students Educating about Eating Disorders). Interviews will be conducted during March and April.
S.H.A.R.E.: Sexual Health and Reproductive Education Peer Program
Position: Peer Educator
Coordinator: Alli Matson (amatson@health.umd.edu)
Phone: (301) 314.8130
Room: Health Center, 0101B
Description of Program: The S.H.A.R.E. peer program serves to increase
students' knowledge of contraceptive options, Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI's), Safer Sex practices and Health Center services. The S.H.A.R.E.
peers present sexual health information to other students via small and large group presentations on and off campus. Peers also provide information
to others through interactions at various events throughout the year.
Training: Each peer must complete a mandatory 30-40 hour (one week) training program. Training is tentatively scheduled for the week
prior to the start of classes in August.
Commitment: The peer educators earn 3 credits (HLTH 383) for a one year commitment (Fall semester through Spring semester).
S.H.A.R.E. meets weekly (attendance is mandatory) for 1.5 hours, to continue
training, attend to scheduling of presentations and events, and to complete and present assignments. Including the meeting time, a S.H.A.R.E. Peer
can expect to work an average of 3-5 hours each week.
Prerequisite: Previous experience helpful but not necessary. Students must be willing to take HLTH 377
while working as a peer educator (if the class has not already been taken).
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S.A.R.P.P.:Sexual Assault Response and Prevention Program Peer Educators
Position: Peer Educator
Coordinator: Kimberly Bonner (kbonner@health.umd.edu)
Phone: (301) 314.8227
Room: Health Center, 0101E
Description of Program: The SARPP peer education program
is expanded to not only include discussions about rape, but about all sexual violence issues. Male and female peer educators present interactive
workshops to classes, student groups, greek organizations, and other campus groups. By sharing true stories written by University of Maryland
students, the SARPP peer education program is able to demonstrate how the issues of rape, relationship violence, stalking and sexual harassment affect the daily
lives of students on our campus. Topics covered include consent, how to help a friend, common reactions to sexual trauma, and available resources.
In addition, SARPP peer educators also plan and participate in
Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Stalking Awareness Week, and Sexual Assault Awareness Month events. The SARPP Peer Educators work closely
with the SARPP Advocate Office.
Training: Each peer must complete a one week training program tentatively scheduled for the week prior to the start of classes in August.
Commitment: The peer educators earn 3 credits for a one year commitment . The S.A.R.P.P. peer educators group meets weekly
(attendance is mandatory) for 1.5 hours. Including the meeting time, a S.A.R.P.P. peer educator can expect to work an average of 3 - 5 hours each week.
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S.A.R.P.P.: Sexual Assault Response and Prevention Program Advocates
Coordinator: Michelle Corbin (sarppadvocate@health.umd.edu)
Phone: (301) 314.2222
Room: Health Center, 2118D
Description of Program: The Sexual Assault Response and Prevention Program Advocates provide crisis and long-term support services for victims of sexual assault, relationship violence, stalking,
and sexual harassment on the University of Maryland-College Park campus. The peer advocates will assist the Sexual Assault Response and Prevention Program Advocate Office by maintaining regular office hours, conducting informational presentations
to campus organizations, and provide direct crisis, short-term, and ongoing client services.
Training: Each peer must complete a mandatory training program. Training is tentatively scheduled for the two weeks prior to the start of classes in January.
Commitment: The peer advocates earn 3 credits for a semester commitment. The opportunity may be available for additional credits for additional semesters of work.
Attendance at weekly meetings is mandatory and is expected in addition to 5-7 hours per week of office work and a rotating on-call crisis response schedule.
Requirements: Previous relevant coursework and experience helpful but not necessary.
Terp C.H.O.I.C.E.S: Choosing Healthy Options in the College Environment Safely
Position: Peer Educator
Interim Coordinator: Judy Martinez (jmartinez@health.umd.edu)
Phone: (301) 314-9584
Room: Health Center, 0101D
Description of Program: The Terp CHOICES (Choosing Healthy Options In the College Environment Safely) peer education program increases students knowledge about issues and risks associated with high risk drinking and drug use. Topics include: sex under the influence, tips for responsible drinking, effects of alcohol and other drugs (such as cocaine, marijuana, and prescription drug use), warning signs of problem drinking, and alcohol poisoning. Terp CHOICES is not a "Just Say No" program. Terp CHOICES aims to provide fact based information to help students make informed decisions. Peers make presentations to a variety of campus groups and participate in special events.
Training: Each peer must attend a one week training program tentatively scheduled for the week prior to the start of classes in August.
Commitment: Peer educators earn 3 academic credits (HLTH 380) for a one year commitment (Fall 2008 and Spring 2009). The group meets weekly (attendance is mandatory) for 1.5 hours. A peer educator can be expected to work an average of 3-5 hours/week, including mandatory meeting time.
Prerequisite: Previous experience or course work is helpful but not necessary.
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HEALTH Works: Helping Establish A Lifestyle That Works
Position: Peer Educator
Coordinator: Lauren Stewart (lstewart@health.umd.edu)
Phone: (301) 314.1493
Center for Health & Wellbeing, Eppley Recreation Center, Room 0121
Description of Program: The HEALTH Works Peer Program is designed to increase student awareness of general wellness, stress management, time management, nutrition, and physical fitness. HEALTH Works provide presentations to classes, student organizations, residence halls,Greek organizations, and other campus groups. The HEALTH Works peers also participate in special events offered throughout campus.The Health WORKS peers learn and present three presentations.
"Wellness U": Focused on general wellness and mental health
"The Mind/Body Connection": Focused on stress management and relaxation techniques for busy college students.
Eat Right! Stay Fit!: Focused on how to eat healthy while in college as well as how to fit exercise into a hectic schedule.
Training: Each peer must complete a 40 hour training program scheduled for the week before the start of the Fall semester. During this training, peers will learn the content necessary to make presentations, as well as communication skills to be an effective health educator.
Commitment: Peer educators earn 3 credits for a one year commitment (Fall 2008 and Spring 2009). The HEALTH Works peer group meets weekly (attendance is mandatory) for 1.5 hours. A HEALTH Works peer educator will be expected to work an average of 3-5 hours/week, including the meeting time.
Prerequisite: Previous experience is helpful but not required.
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S.A.H.E.T: Suicide Awareness Health Education and Training
Coordinator: Carrie Martin (cmartin@health.umd.edu)
Phone: (301) 314.8112
Room: Health Center, 2122
Description of Program: The SAHET Program is designed to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and educate the campus community about depression and suicide prevention.
Its goal is to help students understand how to help friends who may be suffering; how to recognize signs of depression and suicidality; what to say to a depressed or suicidal friend; and identify resources.
SAHET peers are trained to make presentations to classes, student organizations, residence halls, Greek organizations, and other campus groups.
SAHET peers also participate in special events offered throughout campus. Credit is not available.
Training: Each peer must complete a mandatory 3-4 day training program. Training is tentatively scheduled the week prior to the start of classes in August.
Commitment: The SAHET group meets weekly (attendance is mandatory) for 1.5 hours. A SAHET peer educator will be expected to work an average of 3-5 hours/week, including the meeting time.
Requirements: Previous experience is helpful but not necessary.
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S.E.E.D.S: Students Education about Eating Disorders
Coordinator: Tracy Zeeger and Julie Parsons (zeeger@health.umd.edu, parsons@health.umd.edu,)
Phone: (301) 314.1493
Center for Health & Wellbeing, Eppley Recreation Center, Room 0121
Description of Program: The SEEDS Peer Educators are a group of students who have had an eating disorder themselves and/or have struggled with body image issues, but are in recovery. The peers are trained to make presentations about eating disorders and body image and to share their own experiences to classes, residence halls, student groups, and sororities. Credit is available.
Peers who participate in this program also benefit from the support they receive from each other, as issues related to recovery are often discussed. This program is committed to raising awareness of eating disorders on campus and promoting resources for treatment.
Training: Peers are expected to attend a 2 to 3 day training prior to the beginning of the Fall semester.
Commitment: Peers meet one hour weekly, at a time conducive to peers' and the coordinator's schedules. Peers are expected to make approximately 5 presentations a semester. Peers may be asked to help with publicity efforts on campus, through fliers, ads, health fairs, etc.
Requirements: Peers should be in recovery from an eating disorder and/or body image struggles and should be comfortable with their own body, and have a healthy relationship with food. In addition, peers should have a healthy ideal of eating and body image.
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