Peer Advocates for Wellness

What is PAW?

PAW is an opportunity for CSUEB students to become involved with Student Health Services. Under the supervision of the Health Promotion Department, PAW interns are trained peer health educators who provide information, peer support, outreach, presentations & resources to students about health and wellness issues.

What do PAW interns do?

•    Give presentations to CSUEB classes & organizations
•    Organize and participate in campus health observances and activities
•    Counsel students during weekly office hours at the Student Health Center

PAW interns also…

•    Develop leadership skills
•    Get work experience
•    Improve presentation, organization, event planning & communication skills
•    Advocate students' wellness concerns
•    Get Health Science units for having fun while you work…
…and more!

How do I contact PAW?

•    Call: (510) 885-2356
•    Email: paw@csueastbay.edu
•    Stop by The PAW Room – Room 1118 at the Student Health Center

How do I become a PAW intern?

CSUEB students interested in becoming a PAW intern need to enroll in Health Sciences 2510- Introduction to Peer Health Education (Only offered in the Spring Quarter). For more information on the course, contact Jennifer Miranda at (510) 885-2356 or jennifer.miranda@csueastbay.edu.