University Health Center
Health Promotion

We provide a continuum of student support services including prevention, early intervention, and advocacy to help students make informed decisions about their health and well-being.

University Health Center, 1st floor
55 Carlton St.
Athens, GA 30602

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Welcome to Health Promotion

The UHC Health Promotion Department is home to many student support services designed to advance the well-being of our students and the UGA Community.

The Fontaine Center

We provide a comprehensive menu of prevention, early intervention, counseling, and recovery support services for alcohol and other substance misuse and any student impacted by interpersonal violence.

UHC Well-Being & Prevention Programs

Including healthy relationships, mental well-being, stress, sleep, wellness coaching, substance misuse prevention, and interpersonal violence prevention.

  • Naloxone Training

    Monday, August 26th 2024
    5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

    Event Location: MLC 350

    *FYOS approved* 

    Save a life and stop opioid overdoses! Learn what an overdose is, what the signs and symptoms of an overdose are and how Naloxone and the OneBox are distributed across campus.

    The Georgia Department of Public Health since 2022 has reported an increase in accidental opioid overdoses across the state of Georgia as a result of substances being contaminated with fentanyl.

    Saving a life is the number one priority during an overdose.

    While the majority of the UGA community does not consume alcohol or other recreational substances, opioid overdoses can occur under a number of different circumstances.

    No different than AED/CPR first aid boxes that are placed strategically across campus, ONEbox units will also be available in case of an overdose situation. This program is a collaborative effort between The Fontaine Center, University Health Center Pharmacy, and other Student Affairs offices. Members of the UGA community can find a ONEBox which contains Naloxone as well as video instructions on how to administer it included within the boxes. ONEbox technology was developed by the West Virginia Drug Intervention Institute. Participate in this training to learn how the OneBox can help everyone to be an upstander and intervene if someone is in need of help.

    Questions? Contact gbuttry@uhs.uga.edu for more information! 

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  • UMatter

    Wednesday, August 28th 2024
    6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

    Event Location: MLC Rm. 213
    48 Baxter St

    Step into our 60-90 minute interactive upstander intervention program, where college students will be given the knowledge and skills to take action when they see someone in need. Change the narrative and become an upstander. All participants will receive a free Fontaine T-Shirt!

    For more information on UMatter and upstander intervention go to: https://healthpromotion.uga.edu/umatter/ 

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  • UMatter

    Thursday, September 5th 2024
    5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

    Event Location: MLC Rm. 213
    48 Baxter St

    Step into our 60-90 minute interactive upstander intervention program, where college students will be given the knowledge and skills to take action when they see someone in need. Change the narrative and become an upstander. All participants will receive a free Fontaine T-Shirt!

    For more information on UMatter and upstander intervention go to: https://healthpromotion.uga.edu/umatter/ 

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  • Fontaine Center Tailgates

    Saturday, September 7th 2024
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

    Event Location: Dawson Hall Lawn

    Join The Fontaine Center for games and food before kickoff! 

     

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  • UMatter

    Tuesday, September 10th 2024
    6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

    Event Location: MLC Rm. 213

    Step into our 60-90 minute interactive upstander intervention program, where college students will be given the knowledge and skills to take action when they see someone in need. Change the narrative and become an upstander. All participants will receive a free Fontaine T-Shirt!

    For more information on UMatter and upstander intervention go to: https://healthpromotion.uga.edu/umatter/ 

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  • Cinema Signals: Love & Basketball

    Tuesday, September 17th 2024
    6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

    Event Location: MLC Rm. 213
    48 Baxter St

    Lights, camera, communication! Step into the work of cinema with “Cinema Signals”, an interactive program that explores the world of communication through the magic of movies and TV.  We’ll dive into captivating clips, decode dynamics, and unravel the complexities of relationships in order to gain skills to apply to our own relationships.

    Free Themed Snacks!

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  • Naloxone Training

    Wednesday, September 18th 2024
    5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

    Event Location: MLC 213

    *FYOS approved* 

    Save a life and stop opioid overdoses! Learn what an overdose is, what the signs and symptoms of an overdose are and how Naloxone and the OneBox are distributed across campus.

    The Georgia Department of Public Health since 2022 has reported an increase in accidental opioid overdoses across the state of Georgia as a result of substances being contaminated with fentanyl.

    Saving a life is the number one priority during an overdose.

    While the majority of the UGA community does not consume alcohol or other recreational substances, opioid overdoses can occur under a number of different circumstances.

    No different than AED/CPR first aid boxes that are placed strategically across campus, ONEbox units will also be available in case of an overdose situation. This program is a collaborative effort between The Fontaine Center, University Health Center Pharmacy, and other Student Affairs offices. Members of the UGA community can find a ONEBox which contains Naloxone as well as video instructions on how to administer it included within the boxes. ONEbox technology was developed by the West Virginia Drug Intervention Institute. Participate in this training to learn how the OneBox can help everyone to be an upstander and intervene if someone is in need of help.

    Questions? Contact gbuttry@uhs.uga.edu for more information! 

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  • Cannabis Roundtable

    Tuesday, September 24th 2024
    5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

    Event Location: MLC 207

    What is the difference between CBD and THC? Between Delta-8 and Delta-9? Learn this and more through a discussion-based roundtable that will give you a glimpse into what cannabis is, its effects, and relevant online and campus resources.

    **FYOS-approved event!**

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  • UMatter

    Wednesday, September 25th 2024
    6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

    Event Location: MLC Rm. 213
    48 Baxter St

    Step into our 60-90 minute interactive upstander intervention program, where college students will be given the knowledge and skills to take action when they see someone in need. Change the narrative and become an upstander. All participants will receive a free Fontaine T-Shirt!

    For more information on UMatter and upstander intervention go to: https://healthpromotion.uga.edu/umatter/

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  • Cinema Signals: Mean Girls

    Thursday, October 3rd 2024
    6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

    Event Location: MLC Rm. 213
    48 Baxter St

    Lights, camera, communication! Step into the work of cinema with “Cinema Signals”, an interactive program that explores the world of communication through the magic of movies and TV.  We’ll dive into captivating clips, decode dynamics, and unravel the complexities of relationships in order to gain skills to apply to our own relationships.

    Free Themed Snacks!

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