• How is the Office of Health Promotion unique from the Student Health Center and Counseling Center?
• Can I drop in at the Office or do I need an appointment?
• What are the hours of the Office?
• Where are we?
• Are the resources available at the Office FREE to students, staff and faculty?
• What types of classes are available through the Office?
• How can I get involved in projects and events at the Office?
• What is the process for becoming a POWER peer educator?

How is the Office of Health Promotion unique from the Student Health Center and Counseling Center?

The Office of Health Promotion is committed to providing a premiere RESOURCE and REFERRAL hub for information on topics stretching the six dimensions of health – Social, Physical, Intellectual, Cultural, Emotional, and Spiritual.  Professional staff members are qualified to consult with students on the latest information on college health issues and develop programs and educational opportunities for students, while peer educators are trained to provide peer-to-peer programs on alcohol and other drugs, sexual assault, sexual health, nutrition and fitness. 

The Office of Health Promotion is NOT a treatment center.  However, students who request more information and/or consultation about a psychological or medical concern are referred to the Counseling Center and Student Health Center, respectively.

The Office of Health Promotion works very closely with the Counseling Center and Student Health Center to ensure students are aware of their resources and services available to them as members of the Villanova community.

Can I drop in at the Office or do I need an appointment?

Any student is welcome to make an appointment or stop by the Office at any time during regular office hours, Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm.  When available, a professional staff member will direct students to the most appropriate resources on topic(s) of interest.  In the event that a staff member is not available to assist a drop-in student, a student may schedule an appointment to meet with a member of the Health Promotion staff, at 610-519-7407.  Evening hours are available upon request.

What are the hours of the Office?

Health Promotion is open Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm.  Professional staff is available outside of office hours, by appointment.

Where are we?

Health Promotion is located on the first floor of the Health Services Building.  Parking is available in the Main Lot.

Are the resources available at the Office FREE to students, staff and faculty?

All informational resources available at the Office are FREE!  We aim to provide the most up-to-date and user-friendly resources for the Villanova community, and we encourage you to share them with others.

What types of classes are available through Health Promotion?

Health Promotion sponsors a number of classes in a given semester.  For the most current listing of classes offered, please consult the Wellness Initiatives and Events page.  Classes typically offered in a given semester include, but are not limited to:

• Healthy Habits
• SmokeFree
• POWER Peer Education Class

How can I get involved in Health Promotion projects and events?

If you do not have the time and energy to commit to POWER, Health Promotion also offers student internship experiences on a volunteer and “for credit” basis.  Students who wish to apply for an internship should complete the INTERNSHIP APPLICATION. Applications can be picked up in our office or you can email stacy.andes@villanova.edu for more information.  Each internship experience is geared to fit the student’s needs and interests and matches the student with the most appropriate professional staff member for mentorship.

Currently, we have filled internship spots for 2009-10.  These roles include:

1. Webmaster - to facilitate an interactive and informative Health Promotion website.  Applicant must demonstrate knowledge of html code and previous web design experience;

2. Event planning - logistics coordinator.  Includes planning, implementation, and evaluation of events including "Girls Just Wanna Have Fun", "Love the Skin You're In: The faces and fashions of Villanova University", and developing program on men's health;

3. Event planning - marketing coordinator.  Includes development and implementation of all event marketing plans.

4. Event planning - educational messaging coordinator.  This individual will work closely with staff and peer interns on developing effective messaging tools for events and office campaigns.

5. Publications coordinator for e-newsletter HealthBytes and print publication, Stall Street Journal.  Applicant demonstrate knowledge of html code.

6. Focus group research coordinator - to design, facilitate and report on research-based undergraduate student focus group project.  Applicant must apply for year-long internship to be considered for this opening.

To learn more, please contact Stacy Andes.
Click here for an application

What is the process for becoming a POWER peer educator?

POWER is always recruiting!  You can submit an application at any time, and it will be kept on file until the next active recruitment period which occurs every fall and spring semester.  After submitting your application and all other required materials, you will interview with the Coordinator of Peer Education Programs and a current peer educator to assess your expectations of the program and the ways in which you might contribute to and benefit from POWER.  All accepted students are required to participate a MANDATORY peer education class the semester following their acceptance.  For more information about POWER and how to get involved, click here.