To support the physical and mental health of CSUSB students each semester, the Student Health Center's Department of Health Promotion offers health education presentations and events. View our upcoming schedule for the Spring 2023 semester.
Spring 2023 Events
Chronic Health Conditions Support Group - In Person
Dates: Thursday, 3/23, 4/6, 4/20, 5/4
Time: 2:00 pm- 3:00 pm
Location: Student Health Center
Join our in-person, peer-led support group for those who have chronic health conditions or whose loved ones have a chronic health condition.
Spring Fest
Dates: Wednesday, March 22
Time: 10 AM -1:30 PM
Location: The Retreat (SMSU East)
Drop by to meet our Therapy Dog team while learning about staying cool in the heat, alcohol and drug-use risk reduction, and how you can save a life with Narcan.
Free fanny pack + festival essentials for the first 50 students!
Free fentanyl testing strips + Narcan while supplies last!
Marijuana Education Week
Dates: April 19- 24
It's Marijuana Education Week at CSUSB! The Student Health Center will offer a variety of events to help educate students about marijuana from a harm-reduction approach.
4/19 (Wed): Pot Party:
SMSU East Patio, 10:30 am -1:30 pm
Plant your own succulent while learning about marijuana myths and facts.
4/20 (Thur): Marijuana 101
Zoom, 12 pm -1 pm
Join us for an online presentation about marijuana basics. Learn about the different strains, misconceptions, and how to stay safe while consuming.
Register here: https://csusb.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMkdOiqpzguGtJ7Z_51UVJx6QFg5vkNaMvn
4/24 (Mon): Jeopardy
Coyote Walkway, 11 am-1 pm
Chat with our Peer Health Educators at their tabling event. Play our Jeopardy-style game and test your marijuana knowledge!
If you need disability-related accommodations, please contact melissa.acuna@csusb.edu three business days in advance.
Spring 2023 Presentations
Building Healthy Habits
Date: Thursday, February 23, 2023
Time: 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
Location: Zoom
Let's talk habits and how to take the steps to build ourselves up to attain the goals we set for ourselves by breaking habits down! During this presentation, we will explore how to set ourselves up for success with our habit goals!
Men, Masculinity, & the Media
Date: Monday, March 6, 2023
Time: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Location: The Retreat Room 104 (Student Union East)
The media influences and is influenced by ideas surrounding how men should act to achieve masculinity. This presentation will focus on how the portrayal of masculinity has changed in the media throughout the years and how to this day there is not a fixed idea of what masculinity should be – although currently, themes of violence, muscularity, and stoicism are popular. Additionally, participants will get the opportunity to explore how messages and examples of masculinity have shaped their individual meaning of masculinity by examining men in popular films, social media, and more.
Hustle Culture
Date: Monday, March 13, 2023
Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Zoom
Come join our online workshop presented by one of our Peer Health Educators to learn about Hustle Culture. Over recent years, hustle culture has been glamorized for people to work harder, which can ultimately impact our mental health and work-life balance. By attending this workshop, you will learn the prevalence of hustle culture, how to identify the signs, and how we can help colleagues overcome this phenomenon.
Endo What?
Date: Tuesday, March 20, 2023
Time: 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location: The Retreat Room 104 (Student Union East)
Endometriosis affects 1 in 10 women, and listed as one of the most painful conditions a person can experience according to the NHS. This is revolutionary feature documentary about endometriosis that puts power in the hands of patients. Featuring exclusive interviews with the world's top endo experts, researchers and advocates. Come show your support and be Endo Aware!
You Are What You Eat
Date: Wednesday, April 26, 2023
Time: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Location: Zoom
Join us in our presentation to learn about how diet plays a big role in your physical and emotional wellbeing! Learn about what consists of a healthy lifestyle, particularly eating and exercise. Our focus will be on healthy vs. unhealthy eating habits and how to incorporate these healthy habits into your everyday life.
Narcan 101
Date: Wednesday, May 3, 2023
Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Zoom
Do you want to learn more about Narcan? Join our online presentation, Narcan 101, presented by one of our Peer Health Educators to learn how to use Narcan, when to use it, and where you can get it. Additionally, this presentation will cover tools you can use to keep yourself and your friends safe.