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The University of Tulsa's very own...

Peer Education Program!!!

 

What is PEP?

The Peer Education Program, more commonly known as PEP, is an education resource for the University of Tulsa's community of students, faculty, staff, student organizations and residence halls.  PEP's members are students trained in making presentations on the following topics:

  • Alcohol and Safety

  • HIV/AIDS

  • Sexual Responsibility

  • Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention

  • Eating Disorders Awareness

  • Smoking Awareness--Great American Smokeout

  • Safe Spring Break

  • Stress Management

 

PEP Talk

Click here for the facts on PEP's topics.

   

PEP is an organization where students present educational programs to other students promoting healthy lifestyles.  Peer Educators (or PEPpers) make interactive group presentations to student organizations and classes or serve as individual referral sources.  PEP also sponsors a variety of events and activities to promote and increase awareness among TU's student body.  PEP's yearly programs include:

  • Freshmen Experience (August - September)

  • Alcohol Awareness Week (October)

  • Great American Smokeout (Novemeber)

  • World AIDS Day (December)

  • Subs 'n' Rubs:  Surviving Finals (fall and spring semesters)

  • Sexual Responsibility Week (February)

  • National Eating Disorders Week (February)

  • Sexual Assault Prevention (April)

 

How do I become a PEP Member?

As a PEPper, you will learn more about these topics, gain speaking and presentation skills, and touch the lives of many people.

The Peer Education Program is headquartered at the Alexander Student Health Center  on campus.  The fabulous PEP Advisor, Mary Smith, will be more than happy to assist you with any questions you may have.  You can stop by the Health Center or give Mary a call at 631-2241 -  Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.  You can also complete the online application by following the link below to begin the process of becoming a PEPper.  The application process includes completion of the application and an interview with the PEP Advisor and President or Vice-President, depending on availability.

Meetings are held on a monthly basis and trainings are offered through biannual retreats or specific community agencies.  Officers are nominated by the group and serve for 1 academic year.

 

   

Bi-annual Subs-N-Rubs Event

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