Bobcat Peer Educators are trained student leaders who promote health, well-being, and safety at OHIO through education, outreach, and peer support. Whether they're leading workshops, hosting events, or meeting one-on-one with fellow students, Bobcat Peer Educators help build a campus where every student can thrive.
They are here to listen, connect you with resources, and offer support on topics like:
Want to talk to someone who gets it? No pressure. No judgement. Just trained students who care.
Our Bobcat Peer Educators are trusted peers here to listen, guide, and help you set goals and find resources for your well-being and college experience. Stop by our desk to ask questions, learn more, or schedule a one-on-one.
Please note: Our Bobcat Peer Educators are NOT Confidential and are Mandated Reporters to 帝王会所. Learn more about 帝王会所's Sexual Misconduct Policy To speak with a licensed professional, please visit 帝王会所鈥檚 Counseling and Psychological Services and OHIO's Survivor Advocacy Program.
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).
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 帝王会所'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.
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鈥檓 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鈥檓 excited to continue this work.
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.
Interested in becoming a Bobcat Peer Educator?
Applications for our Bobcat Peer Educator position are currently closed. If you wish to be notified when applications become available, please contact Taylor Bauer, Assistant Director of Peer Health Education and Empowerment, at bauert@ohio.edu.
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