Bobcat Peer Educators

• Major: Journalism News & Information
• Minor: African American Studies
• Certificate: Women, Gender, & Sexuality Studies
• Pronouns: She/her/hers
• Why I wanted to be a Bobcat Peer Health Educator
  • As a first generation, low-income, queer cancer survivor, I know firsthand how members of minority groups can be particularly vulnerable in society, and especially on college campuses. I wanted to become a Bobcat Peer Educator because I strive to be resourceful and helpful to the people that interact with me, and I think it’s increasingly more important in today’s age to have someone with a nuanced experience advocating for those individuals.
• Areas of Passion: Healthcare, socio-economic justice, mental health and suicide awareness, eating disorder awareness, intersectional social justice, and drug usage.
• Other Involvements: Semester in D.C. alumni, news writer for WJLA-TV “The National Desk” broadcast, student ambassador for E.W. Scripps School of Journalism
   

Hello everyone! My name is Hazel (She/Her), and I am a first-year student majoring in community and public health and pursuing a certificate in Appalachian Studies. I was drawn to the Bobcat Peer Educator position because I am passionate about creating discussions around difficult topics and promoting healthy lifestyles. I am continuously learning and gaining new skills in this position, preparing me for my future in health education. I am passionate about supporting and educating students on harm-reduction strategies. I plan to learn more about all aspects of health promotion here at OHIO, so I can better support more students. I am also a member of the OHIO Sierra Club and Eta Sigma Gamma (Public and Environmental Health Honor Society).

• Major: Mechanical Engineering
• Pronouns: she/they
• Why did I want to be a BPE?:
  • I care very passionately about the OHIO community, and I want to see all its members thrive. Being a Bobcat Peer Educator gives me the opportunity to connect with others and make sure everyone gets the knowledge, resources, and help they may need to be happy and healthy.
• Areas of Passion/Expertise: Sexual Health and Relationships, Mental Health
• Additional Organizations: Lost Flamingo Theatre Company, Alpha Omicron Pi, Society of Women Engineers

My name is Nicole Souza (she/her) and I'm a second year Health Services Administration major, with Public Health & Business Administration minors. I wanted to be a Bobcat Peer Educator to help the community and students with difficult situations that I think are sometimes overlooked. I also wanted to have an experience as an undergraduate in a field that relates to my intended career. My areas of passion are sexual health and interpersonal violence prevention. Apart from being a Peer Health Educator, I'm also a two-year member of the OU Vibrations dance team and Ohio University's Society of Health Administration. This year, I am also a Learning Community Leader, CHSP Student Ambassador, and participating in this year's Variant Magazine issue.

• Major: Journalism Strategic Communication
• Minor: Screenwriting and Digital Storytelling
• Pronouns: She/Her/Hers

Why I want to be a Bobcat Peer Health Educator: I have always been deeply committed to the well-being of my community. Throughout my time in my hometown, I served as both a compassionate listener and a source of guidance for friends and peers. Helping others has always been important to me, and I appreciate that people feel comfortable opening up to me. I’m grateful to be in a position where I can provide guidance that isn't always readily available to those who need it. I've long been involved in efforts to bridge the gap between those in need and the resources that can help them. As a Bobcat Peer Health Educator at OU, I’m excited to continue this work.

• Areas of Passion: Sexual Health and Healthy Relationships, Mental Well-Being
• Additional Organizations: The Post Athens

• Nursing Major | Public Health Minor | Global Health Certificate
• Pronouns: She/Her
• I wanted to become a Peer Health Educator because it fit well with my passion of healthcare and promoting public health to others!
• My areas of passion are mental health advocation and drug and alcohol safety for students to find resources and alternatives to better their health!

• Major: Biomedical sciences(Pre-med)
• Pronouns: She/her
• I wanted to be a Bobcat peer educator because I am passionate when it comes to helping and advocating for others. Being a Peer Educator allows me to support my community as well as provide resources to students and faculty in need while creating a safe environment where everyone feels respected and comfortable.
• Area of Passion: Mental Health and Suicide Prevention

• Major: Biological Sciences (pre-PT)
• Minor: Psychology
• Pronouns: he/him/his

As a peer health educator, I find happiness in the opportunity to connect with others on a personal level, especially amidst the challenges and adversities of college life. By bonding over shared experiences and navigating through student life together, I can build meaningful connections that have value in both our lives.

• Areas of interest: Drug and Alcohol Safety, Anxiety and Well-being
• Other involvements: OSMAR Rankin Scholar, Housing & Resident Life, President of Indigenous Circles