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Health Center
Towson University Health Center at Ward & West
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8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
The Health Center provides a wide array of trainings on topics ranging from sleep hygiene and sexual health, to sexual violence prevention and nutrition. Considering having us host a workshop or event for your class, group, or residence hall!
Thank you for your interest in one of our trainings. Please review the workshop options from the following list and then submit a request. You provide the space and any necessary tech and we will provide all other materials.
We require all workshop requests be made two weeks in advance to ensure coverage for your event. If you have any questions, please contact us at healthed@towson.edu.
*Please note the requestor (e.g., RA, Professor, or other student leader) must be in attendance during the presentation.*
Have questions about sex and relationships? We've got answers! Invite our trained peer educators to your hall or event to host an Ask Me Anything (AMA) session. We'll have a panel of (s)experts answer all your anonymous questions about sex and relationships.
Did you know there are 20 different methods of birth control? With so many effective birth control options readily available, how do you know where to start? Through this workshop, you will learn the most commonly used birth control methods, how they work, how to use them and how to pick one. Whether you have questions for yourself, a partner, or a friend, this workshop is bound to answer them all.
See something, say something. But what should you say? How can you step in if you’re not sure what to do? In this training you will learn skills and strategies to intervene in situations that could escalate to sexual violence. Through real-life examples, we’ll discuss common barriers to intervention and how to safely and creatively help a friend or stranger.
Sexual health goes far beyond STI and pregnancy prevention- an essential piece of sexual intimacy is exploring pleasure with oneself and/or partner(s). In this interactive workshop you will learn how to set boundaries, communicate needs and desires with partners, and how to explore erogenous zones to get the most out of your sexual encounters!
Are you interested in learning more about nutrition and ways to enhance your eating patterns? Through this workshop you will learn the basics of nutrition and healthy eating. We will cover macronutrients, micronutrients, how to read a food label, healthy meal and snack ideas, and tips for getting started. You will leave this workshop with a better understanding of your personal eating habits and strategies for making healthier food choices.
Want to take a deep dive into all things safer sex? This workshop is curated to give all the information one may need to make informed choices about their sexuality to have the healthiest, best sex life possible! Pregnancy prevention, prevention of STI transmission, testing/treatment options, the importance of consent and communication, as well as general health center services will be covered during this training.
Towson University Health Center at Ward & West
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