Contact Information
Health Center
Location
Towson University Health Center at Ward & West
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Hours
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Workshop Request
The Health Promotion team 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!
Workshop Request Form
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.*
Workshop Options
Bystander Intervention
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.
Red Flags, Green Flags
All relationships have conflict, but can you spot the red flags of an unhealthy relationship? This workshop teaches you how to identify healthy and unhealthy aspects of a relationship, how to work through conflict, and how to improve your communication skills to have better relationships all around.
The Sweeter Side of Safer Sex
This workshop is curated to give all the information one may need to make informed choices about their sexuality. 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.
Well-Being 101
What does well-being mean to you? Investing in a healthier lifestyle has a slew of benefits such as a boost in mood and energy, improved academic performance, and increased confidence. Through this workshop, you will explore the different dimensions of well-being. You will learn practical and easy ways to invest in yourself and your health.
Stress Less
Do you get overwhelmed or stressed out? Not sure what you can do to relax or calm
down? Stress can have numerous impacts on the mind and body. Through this workshop
you will learn more about what stress is, how it impacts the body, and ways to manage
stress with practical tips and techniques. You will walk away with basic strategies
that you can use immediately and resources on and off campus that you can take advantage
of.
Nutrition 101
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.
Sleep from A to Zzz
Do you pull frequent all-nighters? Do you find yourself dozing off in classes? Are you giving your snooze button a workout? Inadequate sleep can negatively impact your academic performance, relationships and overall wellbeing. Through this workshop, you will learn how to create a more sleep-friendly environment, make the most of naptime, and wake up feeling more rested.