Tulane University Peer Health Educators (TUPHEs)

Tulane University Peer Health Educators (TUPHEs) are a diverse group of Tulane students who are committed to enhancing their own health and the health of the Tulane community. The purpose of the program is to advocate for and promote healthy choices, personal well-being, and community safety. Through leadership, education, and awareness peer educators provide quality, innovative, and inclusive workshops, services, and events to meet the health needs of Tulane students. Every TUPHE is a Bacchus Network Certified Peer Health Educator with training in all of the Well's content areas.

2022-2023 Leadership Team

Chelsea Hill – TUPHE Advisor
Grace Bardwick - TUPHE Coordinator
Kaitlin Fahlgren - Membership Coordinator
Erica Gan - Events Coordinator
Jenna Katlin - Sexual Violence Coordinator
Bridget Lindgren - Training & Workshop Coordinator
Emily Medich - Communications Coordinator
Emma Stanley - Sexual Health Coordinator

Become a TUPHE

Recruitment for TUPHEs typically begins in the fall semester. We will post information about the active recruitment process in the fall.

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Expectations of being a TUPHE

• Attend all mandatory trainings and biweekly meetings.
• Complete the Certified Peer Health Education (CPE) course and pass the BACCHUS exam.
• Volunteer for the Well's educational workshops and events. You are expected to help at 50 percent of campus events, workshops and services sponsored by the Well and at least one educational workshop.

Benefits of being a TUPHE

• Expanded support system
• Leadership opportunities
• Practical work experience
• Internship opportunities
• Exposure to the culture of public health and health policy on a college campus
• Increase knowledge and/or skills in the following:
  • Public speaking
  • Presentation skills
  • Health knowledge and cultural competency

To learn more, email tuphes@tulane.edu.