Promoters of Wellness at UD

Our mission is to promote lifelong wellbeing with interactive experiences that teach fun and easy ways to make healthy choices. The Promoters of Wellness peer educators are a group of students who volunteer through Student Wellness and Health Promotion. POW peer educators present classroom programs, facilitate interactive kiosks, and partner with other groups for large-scale campus events. Our education topics include all areas of wellness such as safer sex, substance use, positive body image, and stress management. Why should I be a part of it? POW is a great opportunity for students to make a difference on campus, connect with other wellness-minded students, and develop professional skills. Our peer education program is an excellent platform for students to take their ideas and translate them into action on campus! Skills We Value: Graphic Design and Video Editing Public Speaking Event Planning and Marketing Creative Thinking and Problem Solving Advocacy and Team Building Thirst for Learning Benefits of joining include: Gain Leadership Experience Improve Communication Skills Boost Self-Confidence Engage in Community Service Participate in Networking Opportunities How do I join? We are always accepting applications. Visit our website to learn more. Once accepted, you must complete 18 hours of formal training to become a POW peer educator. Additionally, we require all peer educators to complete a minimum of 30 service hours per semester. Our average POW peer educator completes 80 service hours per academic year!