Student Health and Well-Being

Health Promotion and Prevention Services

Welcome to Student Health Promotion and Prevention Services at Oberlin!

Health Promotion & Prevention Services empowers students to thrive through inclusive, evidence-informed education, prevention, and wellness initiatives.

Tobacco & Nicotine Cessation Support

Thinking about making a change with vaping or smoking? You don’t have to do it alone.

Health Promotion & Prevention Services offers free, confidential, 1:1 support tailored to your personal goals and schedule. Whether you're looking to quit vaping, smoking, or nicotine entirely (or just cut back on your own terms), get non-judgmental guidance and practical strategies.

  • Free & Confidential: One-on-one sessions customized to your lifestyle and goals.

  • Flexible Scheduling: Appointments available Monday – Friday, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM (late sessions may be available upon request).

  • No Pressure, No Judgment: Get practical tools, personalized coping strategies, and support at your own pace.

 

 

Clear the Air Logo - Created by Emily Scott '26
An image of two individuals with lungs. This image serves as the official logo to promote the Tobacco-/Vape-Free Campaign 8/25 - 7/27.
Photo credit: Emily Scott '26

Our work focuses on key areas that impact student well-being—mental health, substance use prevention, sexual health, nutrition, sleep, and stress management—through engaging initiatives, campus-wide campaigns, and collaborative partnerships.

Signature programs include:

  • Wellness Ambassadors (Certified Peer Educators): A student-led peer education initiative that promotes wellness across campus through outreach, events, and peer-to-peer engagement.

  • Truth Initiative Tobacco- and Vape-Free Campaign: A campus-wide effort focused on tobacco and vape prevention, health equity, and policy awareness. Follow the link.

  • Wellness Week and Special Events: Opportunities for students to explore holistic wellness through interactive programming, giveaways, and campus collaboration.

  • Self-Care & Resilience Workshops: Skill-building sessions focused on managing stress, improving coping strategies, and enhancing personal well-being.

Additional Services Offered:

The Office of Student Health Promotion and Prevention offers training and consultations. We can speak to student groups, staff, or faculty regarding various topics, including:

  • suicide prevention gatekeeper training (QPR, JED YCHAF)
  • mental/emotional well-being
  • physical and sexual safety
  • preventative services and campaigns
  • harm reduction
  • 1:1 cessation support (free and confidential)
  • student leadership development

Contact Dr. Tara T. Woods, Director of Student Health Promotion and Prevention Services, at twoods1@oberlin.edu for more information and consultation.

Physical wellness consists of recognizing the need for physical activity, healthy foods, and sleep, preventing illness and injury, or managing chronic health conditions. 

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Social wellness is developing a sense of connection, belonging, and a well-developed support system.

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Intellectual wellness is recognizing one's creative abilities and finding ways to expand knowledge and skills. 

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Environmental wellness is occupying pleasant, stimulating environments that support well-being. 

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Spiritual wellness is expanding a sense of purpose and meaning in life, including one's morals and ethics. It may or may not involve religious activities. 

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Occupational wellness is defined as gaining personal satisfaction and enrichment from one’s work, whether that be academic work while in college or a job after graduation. 

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Financial wellness is defined as satisfaction with current and future financial situations.  

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