Sexual Health

Sexual health is part of being human—your body, your boundaries, your pleasure and your safety all matter. You deserve clear information and access to resources that help you make informed choices that feel right for you.Ìý

Health Promotion helps students support decisions around their sexual health by making information and resources easy to find and easy to understand. Our goal is to help Buffs feel confident, informed and supported, without judgment.Ìý

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Learn, Build Skills and Find Resources

Health Promotion offers opportunities to learn and access resources that support your sexual health.Ìý

Trainings, Workshops and Presentations

Health Promotion offers engaging workshops and presentations for classes, student organizations and campus groups.Ìý

Topics include:Ìý

  • Consent and communicationÌý
  • Healthy relationshipsÌý
  • Safer sex basics and STI preventionÌý
  • Navigating campus health services and resourcesÌý

Whether you’re sexually active, curious or want to better support yourself or others, these sessions are designed to meet you where you are.Ìý

Free Safer Sex Supplies

Safer sex supplies are available at no cost across campus, making it easy to access tools that support your health and safety.Ìý

You can find supplies in:Ìý

Supplies are also available in select vending machines around campus and can be delivered to your residence hall when you order a Buff Box.Ìý

Understanding Sexual Health

College can be a great time to learn about sexual health and how to take care of yourself—physically and emotionally. Sexual health includes your body, boundaries, communication and access to trustworthy information and care.Ìý

Here are a few ways to support your sexual health in college (and beyond):Ìý

Get routine health care Learn about prevention options Know your values and boundaries Understand protection and testing
Get routine health care

Consider an annual wellness visit for preventive care and screenings that make sense for you, including regular STI testing if you’re sexually active. You can ask questions, set boundaries and request comfort options during an appointment. Students can schedule annual wellness visits and preventative care through Medical Services.Ìý

Some vaccines and medications can help reduce your chances of contracting or spreading infections that can be transmitted sexually. A provider can help you understand what’s available and what fits your needs.Ìý

Choosing whether to have sex is your decision, and it’s important to think through what you want before engaging in sexual activities. Taking time to reflect on what you want (and don’t want) can make choices feel clearer and help you feel more confident. To get started, check out the Sex Ed Workbook.Ìý

Using protection and getting tested when recommended are common ways people care for their sexual health. Many infections have no symptoms, so testing can be an important part of prevention.Ìý

  • Students can pick up free safer sex supplies, including lubricant and barriers, by visiting our Wellness Suites or by ordering a Buff Box for delivery to your residence hall.Ìý
  • Medical Services is available for birth control consultations to explore short- and long-term options.Ìý
  • Emergency contraceptives are available at the Apothecary Pharmacy in Wardenburg.ÌýÌý
  • Medical Services also provides STI screening appointments and drop-in testing options for students.ÌýÌýÌý
Things to do if you have unprotected sex

If you find yourself in a situation where protection was not used or failed, it's important to know what steps you can take next. Here are some things to do after having unprotected sex.ÌýÌýÌý

Understanding affirmative consent

Consent means all people involved clearly and willingly agree to sexual activity. It should be obvious, mutual and based on understanding what’s happening—not pressure or assumptions.Ìý

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Find Support on Campus

  • Medical Services: Clinical care, testing and health services provided on campus by medical professionals.Ìý
  • Office of Victim Assistance (OVA): Offers free, confidential support, information and short-term counseling for Buffs who have experienced a traumatic, disturbing or life-disruptive event, including sexual assault, intimate partner abuse or harassment.Ìý
  • Office of Institutional Equity and Compliance: OIEC offers interactive, evidence-based workshops for students, staff and faculty to build skills for reducing harm and creating more productive environments, including on the topic of sex, consent and sexual assault.Ìý