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The Be Well UGA Peer Educators are a diverse group of students committed to educating and supporting the UGA community on many topics of well-being including alcohol and other drug misuse, relationship and sexual violence prevention, sexual health, healthy relationships, and body image. These students are integral in promoting the Health Promotion Department and the overarching University Health Center mission of #BeWellUGA.

Advisor - Kelly Truesdell, Assistant Director of Health Promotion and Community Outreach

Our Mission Providing learning experiences for UGA students is at the heart of both the mission and the vision statements for the Health Promotion Department. The Division of Student Affairs’ mission is to enhance the learning environment for students at the University of Georgia (UGA). This is accomplished by stimulating the learning process, integrating the in-class and out-of-class experiences, promoting an environment conducive to growth and discovery, and facilitating intellectual, spiritual, social, occupational, physical, cultural, and emotional development.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Are there any groups that are for credit?

Students in the Food and Nutrition major (or Health Promotion and Behavior majors who have taken nutrition courses) can apply to be Peer Nutrition Educators (PNEs). They must first take the PNE class and are then eligible to become PNEs.

Learn more or Apply here to become a Peer Nutrition Educator.

Advisors: Kate Lane, Nutrition Education Coordinator, and Katherine Ingerson, Food Services Dietitian.

Can I do a practicum / internship for credit?

For inquiries about Health Promotion opportunities contact Liz Prince, lprince@uhs.uga.edu.

Can I volunteer in the Health Promotion office?

For assistance with administrative-type duties, the Health Promotion Department offers two federal work-study positions in the Fall and Spring semesters. If you are eligible for the work-study program and would like to apply for a position, please visit the Office of Student Financial Aid Federal Work-Study website.

Thank you for your interest in getting involved with the Health Promotion Department!