Meadows Center for Health Resources
940.565.2787
ONE Peer Education Network
The ONE Peer Education Network is a student organization dedicated to help reduce or eliminate high risk behaviors to better the futures of UNT students. To find out more about this organization, click here.
Sexual Health Resources
- Sexual and Reproductive Health Awareness Programs
- Professional Speakers
- ONE Peer Education Program
- Available for student groups, residence halls, and classrooms
- Personalized to meet group needs
- Variety of Topics
- Safer sex and condom demonstrations
- Safer sex packet available with educational programs
- STI/STD prevention
- Sexual decision making
- Abstinence support
- Women's health education
- Contraceptive options
- Relationship violence risk reduction
- Sexual assault risk reduction
- Sexual and Reproductive Health Services
- STI/STD Testing
- Free, anonymous HIV test site with same day results
- Low-cost condoms available for purchase at pharmacy
- Women's care
- Pelvic exam
- Pap smear
- Reproductive care & services
- Low-cost contraceptives
Low Cost Massage Therapy
School can often be a major form of stress for college students. To help alleviate that stress, the WRS works with a Certified Massage Therapist, Joyce Livingston. Massages are offered at a discounted price for students:
30 minute massage: $20
60 minute massage: $35
Massages are also available for UNT Faculty and Staff at the following prices:
30 minute massage: $25
60 minute massage: $40
Appointments are available on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. To schedule an appointment, or to learn more about services, call (940) 565-2787..
Nutritional Consultation
One major concern for students at UNT is nutrition. The Student Health and Wellness Center employs a Registered Dietitian available by appointment for students to discuss their nutrition and fitness. The first appointment with the dietitian is free. Appointments are available on Mondays and Thursdays. To schedule an appointment, or for more information about services, call (940) 565-2333. Select option 2 for scheduling
Women's Health Education
The Meadows Center provides an educational program that addresses women's health. Female students who are scheduling their first pap smear appointment must complete an educational program before their appointment. To schedule an appointment for the women's education program, or learn more about women's care, call (940) 565-2787.
Mean Green Screen / HIV Test Site
Mean Green Screen
- HIV screening
- Screening for mental health
The Mean Green Screen began in 1993 when the Student Health & Wellness Center implemented a free, anonymous HIV test site. HIV testing has been offered every semester since then with thousands of UNT students receiving education and risk reduction counseling as part of each session. The screening is free thanks to the support of community agencies, the Greater Dallas Council on Alcohol & Drug Abuse (GDCADA), and Tarrant County Mental Health & Mental Retardation. Professionals from these agencies join Meadows Center staff to provide this service. The HIV test site provides the latest in testing technology with the OraQuick Advance HIV Antibody Test which gathers cells from a person's outer gums by a swabbing process. Results are available in less than 30 minutes.
HIV Test Kits are provided by grants and funding through the state Department of Health Services and the Texas Council on Alcohol and Drug Abuse. All persons who schedule an appointment for the screening test must be identified as having a risk exposure, such as unprotected sexual activity, multiple partners or other exposure to blood or body fluids. Before each testing session trained Prevention Based Counselors must assess the risk and determine the need for testing. Persons with no identified risk will receive education services but will not be eligible for HIV testing.
Participants in the testing should allow one hour for the process. Each session includes pre-test counseling, risk reduction education,test administration, test results and post-test counseling. To schedule an appointment, please call (940)565-2787. Testing for HIV infection uses the OraQuick Advance HIV Antibody Test which gathers cells from a person's outer gums by a swabbing process, so a blood sample is not collected.
In addition to the HIV testing, the Meadows Center staff provides mental health screening for a variety of mental health concerns. Professional staff will assess each individual situation or concern and provide resources, tools and referrals as needed. Available screenings include:
- Alcohol use
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Eating disorders
- Problematic gambling
- Stress
Spring 2008 Testing:
Stats January 31st (every Thursday)
Ends April 24th
No testing will be available 3/20/08 during spring break week
Summer 2008 Testing:
Thursday, June 12th 1pm-4pm
Thursday, June 26th 1pm-4pm
Thursday, July 10th 1pm-4pm
Thursday, July 24th 1pm-4pm
All HIV testing is provided by certified HIV test site Prevention Based counselors who are registered through the Department of State Health Services. Free HIV testing is made available through collaborative agreements with the Greater Dallas Council on Alcohol and Drug Abuse and Tarrant County MHMR.
Support Groups
Support groups may be arranged depending on student interest. Call (940) 565-2787 for more information.
The Meadows Center does not host any AA or NA meetings on campus. A list of local AA and NA meetings can be viewed by clicking here.
Health Education Programming
The Meadows Center provides more than just one-on-one services. Student groups, classrooms, and Greek organizations can invite the Meadows Center to provide programming on a wide variety of health and wellness issues. All programs are free and can include drugs and alcohol, sexual assault and dating violence, nutrition, fitness, wellness, sexual responsibility, sexually transmitted infections, birth control, women's health, stress and more! For more information, or to request programming, call (940) 565-2787.
Summary of Programs
The Meadows Center for Health Resources offers variety of programs for the on-campus needs of the students of the University of North Texas. Programs are conducted by highly trained professionals who are knowledgeable in all pertinent areas of health education. The purpose of these presentations is to enable UNT students to make responsible and informed health decisions. Programs are often serious in nature but presenters strive, whenever possible, to make these presentations light-hearted, fun and informative.
"Sex and Candy" program is a huge hit, participants exchanging candy with one another at random, with various sweets representing different sexually transmitted infections. Topics discussed include signs and symptoms of sexually transmitted infections as well as contraception and the HPV vaccine. "Girl Talk" is an exclusively female event. Presenters give out information on safer sex practices as well as relationship violence. "Sex in the Dark" is yet another program dealing with sexual responsibility. Activities include a condom relay race, trivia games, and distribution of safer sex kits.
But not all of the Meadows Center's programs are about sex. Presentations focus on common health and wellness concerns problems experienced by UNT students. Topics such as "What is Normal Eating?" and "Food and Mood" provides students with information related to healthy eating, body image, and how changing eating habits can substantially affect your outlook on life. UNT Athletics teams and Fraternities have participated in Alcohol Education Programs. Stress Management, another popular topic discussed at a presentation held both at Victory Hall in the spring semester.
If you are interested in scheduling a program please review the Meadows Center for Health Resources even calendar and the complete the online Program Request form or call the Program Scheduling office at 940-565-2421.
Please keep in mind that the Health Educators do programming all over the campus for many different departments, organizations, and staff/faculty. So if it is at all possible, have multiple dates in mind when requesting a program.
Safer Spring Break
The Apple Team composed of student-athletes, and advisors, the Meadows Center for Health Resources, and the ONE Peer Education Network are dedicated to the well-being of the University of North Texas. Our mission is to promote safety and awareness for Spring Break 2008. The name of our Safer Spring Break Campaign this year is "Don't get Burned in '08!"
The Apple Team, UNT athletics, and ONE members distributed 500 bags loaded with sunscreen, condoms, and alcohol awareness brochures to help encourage a safer spring break! We hope to increase the number of students who practice safer sex, drink responsibly, avoid underage drinking and use sunscreen. Our campaign will not only provide anyone interested with a bag of goodies but will also demonstrate to the campus and UNT students that we, as athletes, staff, and peer educators do care about the future and well-being of others. We are proud to be part of this campaign and to affirm our commitment to responsible decision making. We know that our efforts will, in fact, make a difference in the lives of our students and others.
On March 4, our table was located at the Northeast corner outside the University Union, and on March 5th the table was indoors near the Campus Chat. Both days the table was staffed from 10 am to 1 pm. We will asked over 200 students to sign a pledge stating that they will use safer sex practices and drink responsibly during spring break.
Wellness Wednesday
When it comes to Wednesdays, "Hump Day" is "Health Day" at the University of North Texas. The UNT Meadows Center for Health Resources hosts Wellness Wednesdays for all students in the University Union from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m.
A table in the One O'clock Lounge is manned with representatives from the Meadows Center; pamphlets and other informational tools about the weekly topic are also readily available to all students. The topics are chosen based on national health observances, health issues, popularity and campus concerns and include issues such as sexual and reproductive health, relationship violence, drug, alcohol and tobacco education, eating disorders, nutrition and information about upcoming programs and events.
"We try to work each event around the month's health observance campaign," said Lauren Aguilera, Peer Education Coordinator for the Meadows Center.
According to Lauren, the events currently attract an average of 30 students per week. She said plans for implementing games and giveaways are in progress, and she hopes to involve more students.
"We want to let the students know why we're here," said Lauren. "We're here for them. If we can reach into the crowd and change one person's life by providing them with the education and knowledge they never had, that's what makes it all worthwhile.".
Event Calendar
Substance Abuse Education / Addiction Recovery
The Substance Abuse Resource Center (SARC) is the recipent of the AAA Drinking and Driving Prevention Award (2006) and the NCAA Choices Grant for Alcohol Education (2007). The SARC provides education and intervention, workshops, support groups, and internships. The SARC also coordinates a community-wide Drug and Alcohol Education Coalition. Information regarding services and programs can be found on the SARC page.
Social Services
Do you need assistance regarding recent medical developments in your life? You can meet for free with a licensed social worker to discuss area resources and get connected with options. Social service appointments can be made by calling (940) 565-2787.
Wellness Series Info
Information on Wellness Series Info for Spring 2008 can be found here.
Minor in Possession Offender Class (MIP)
The Substance Abuse Resource Center offers the state mandated MIP class. Pre-registration is required. The class is open to UNT students and the community. The class is 6 hours in length and requires attendance at two 3-hour sessions. Both sessions must be attended in their entirety and late arrivals will not be admitted into the class. Individual exit interview must be completed within one week of the last class. Payment of $45.00 in the form of a money order or cashier's check made payable to the Substance Abuse Resource Center must be made at the beginning of the first class.
Spring 08 class schedule:
Wednesday, February 6th 3pm-6:30pm
Friday, February 8th 3pm-6:30pm
Friday, February 22nd 3pm-6:30pm
Saturday, February 23rd 9am-12:30pm
Wednesday, February 29th 5:30pm-9:30pm
Saturday, March 1st 9:30am-12:30pm
Wednesday, April 9th 5pm-9pm
Friday, April 11th 5pm-9pm
Friday, April 25th 5pm-9pm
Saturday, April 26th 9am-12:30pm
All classes are held in the Meadows Center Meeting Room. Enter Chestnut Hall (Avenue D & Chestnut) and take the elevator to the 3rd floor. Make a left from the elevator (a U-Turn) and the Meadows Center is straight ahead, suit 301. Parking: Parking is available in Lot 5 on Chestnut Street just east of Chestnut Hall. Do not park in the first two rows of spaces which are marked "A" (Reserved). Look for signs that indicate parking for Chestnut Hall patients. Request a parking permit from the Meadows Center staff before leaving the building.
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