UC Merced Health Promotion

UC Merced Health Promotion The Health Education Representatives for Opportunities to Empower Students (H.E.R.O.E.S.)

are trained student volunteers who educate their peers on various health topics, including sexual health, healthy relationships, nutrition, physical activity, alcohol/tobacco/other drug use, sleep, and stress.

Finals are coming up, Bobcats! 🐾Practice healthy studying habits and finish the semester strong!💪🤓
12/12/2025

Finals are coming up, Bobcats! 🐾Practice healthy studying habits and finish the semester strong!💪🤓

Finals Wellness Tip #3 : Practicing Mindfulness - Practicing mindful activities can help alleviate stress!  You can fin...
12/11/2025

Finals Wellness Tip #3 : Practicing Mindfulness - Practicing mindful activities can help alleviate stress!  You can find a variety of mindful practices on the Calm and Soluna apps (premium version is offered for free with UCM email😉)

Finals Wellness Tip #2 : Take Regular Breaks - It’s okay to take breaks! 🤗If studying at the library, take a lap around...
12/10/2025

Finals Wellness Tip #2 : Take Regular Breaks - It’s okay to take breaks! 🤗If studying at the library, take a lap around the floor or if studying at home, try some breathing exercises. Taking breaks can help keep you stay motivated and reduce “burnout” moments.

Finals Wellness Tip #1 : Staying Fueled - Hey Bobcats! One way you can improve your brain power is by staying fueled pr...
12/09/2025

Finals Wellness Tip #1 : Staying Fueled - Hey Bobcats! One way you can improve your brain power is by staying fueled properly. Make sure you eat at least 3 healthy meals and stay hydrated! 🥗

The Health Promotion Office will be hosting study pop-ups this week for students to grab snacks and resources to help th...
12/08/2025

The Health Promotion Office will be hosting study pop-ups this week for students to grab snacks and resources to help them through their study journey, so come stop on by! 📚🤗

It’s that time finals season is back, but so our are study break pop-ups next week! 🤍 Stop by the library to grab some s...
12/04/2025

It’s that time finals season is back, but so our are study break pop-ups next week! 🤍 Stop by the library to grab some snacks and resources to destress during finals season. 📖😌

Not sure what’s going on down there? Make an appointment with Student Health Services, call 209-228-2273 or schedule on-...
12/03/2025

Not sure what’s going on down there? Make an appointment with Student Health Services, call 209-228-2273 or schedule on-line through the portal. 🏥

World AIDS day, recognized annually on Dec 1, commemorates those who have been affected by the epidemic and highlights t...
12/01/2025

World AIDS day, recognized annually on Dec 1, commemorates those who have been affected by the epidemic and highlights the ongoing efforts to end it. Alongside utilizing barrier methods and STI testing, PrEP and PEP are medications that provide protection against HIV infection. Both are accessible to UCM students through the Student Health Center, Planned Parenthood, or a Primary Care Provider. ❤️

Set yourself up for a successful finals season by taking steps to have a restful break. 🍂 Our office will remain open un...
11/25/2025

Set yourself up for a successful finals season by taking steps to have a restful break. 🍂 Our office will remain open until 5pm on 11/25, if you would like to stock up on any wellness supplies before heading off for break! 🦃

Bobcats, we did it — Thanksgiving Break is here! 🙌 Show your appreciation by nominating a UC Merced faculty or staff mem...
11/24/2025

Bobcats, we did it — Thanksgiving Break is here! 🙌 Show your appreciation by nominating a UC Merced faculty or staff member for the Bobcat Wellbeing Champion award!

Another great sexual health resource is Planned Parenthood! For more information visit their website at https://www.plan...
11/19/2025

Another great sexual health resource is Planned Parenthood! For more information visit their website at https://www.plannedparenthood.org or call them at 209-723-7751.

Setting boundaries helps keep relationships healthy at all stages. Want to chat about what a healthy boundary looks like...
11/17/2025

Setting boundaries helps keep relationships healthy at all stages. Want to chat about what a healthy boundary looks like for you? Schedule a FREE wellness coaching session with the Black Girl Doctor!

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Our Mission

The mission of the Health Promotion department is to foster a campus community that encourages positive health behaviors supportive of UC Merced students' academic success and well-being during their collegiate experience. This is achieved by using available data and following a primary prevention philosophy in our efforts to provide health education, train student leaders, advocate for change and promote health equity.