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BTW: Bridge to Wellness Peer Educators

BTW peer leaders educate and empower students to prioritize well-being and practice healthy decision making around substance use, stress management, nutrition, fitness, body image, mental health, and social connectedness.

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Headspace

Thanks to a partnership with the Student Union, HAWP is thrilled to offer Brandeis students free subscriptions to Headspace, a science-backed meditation and mindfulness app!

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Fresh Check Day

In September 2022 and 2023, Brandeis hosted Fresh Check Day, an uplifting mental health promotion and suicide prevention event for colleges.

BTW After Hours

BTW After Hours

BTW After Hours brings health education to student clubs, organizations, and teams. They provide an opportunity for that group to explore a health topic relevant to its members in an interactive, peer-led workshop.

Supporting Student Health and Wellness

Our job in Health and Wellness Promotion (HAWP) is to support your well-being so you can make the most of your time at Brandeis.

We coordinate campus-wide health and wellness efforts through evidence-based promotion and prevention strategies, such as educational programs and events, health information and resources, and peer education.

Education and Training

HAWP offers a wide variety of health and wellness programming, both in person and virtually. Programs are facilitated by both staff and students. 

Peer Education

Through workshops, training and communications, the Bridge to Wellness Peer Educators strive to enhance the student experience at Brandeis for all.

Internship Opportunities

Want to support your peers on campus? Want to gain experience in the field of public health? Health and Wellness Promotion (HAWP) is happy to work with you to find a way for you to contribute.

See What We Are Up To

Students and staff hosting a table during Fresh Check Day

Fresh Check Day

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Fresh Check Day

Students and staff at the NASPA Conference

Students and staff at the NASPA Peer Education Conference

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Bridge to Wellness Educators