Health Education Outreach (HEO)
Health Education Outreach (HEO) at The Claremont Colleges is dedicated to fostering a healthy, informed student community across the 5Cs. We aim to provide students with the knowledge, resources, and support they need to make informed decisions about their health and well-being, ultimately empowering them to lead balanced and healthy lives during their college years and beyond.
Contact the Health Education Outreach
Phone | (909) 607-3602
Email | heo@claremont.edu
Hours | Monday – Friday 1:00 PM. – 6:00 P.M.
For private health sessions please call/email our department directly for scheduling.
Health Education Outreach
330 E 8th St.
Claremont, CA, 91711
Upcoming Events
Health Education Programs
Safer Sex Resources
HEO is committed to supporting students’ health and well-being by offering a variety of free safer sex supplies, designed to promote safer sexual practices and empower students to make informed choices. Our resources are available to all students—just stop by the HEO office, sign in, and either grab one of our convenient pre-made bags or customize your own selection to fit your needs.
Available Supplies:
- External (“Male”) Condoms
- Standard
- Specialty Sizes
- Specialty Types (Latex-Free, Flavored)
- Internal (“Female”) Condoms
- Other Barrier Methods
- Dental Dams
- Latex Finger Condoms
- Nitrile Gloves
- Lubricants
- Silicone-Based
- Aloe-Based
- Emergency Contraceptives
Wellness Kiosk
| Student Health Services and Health Education Outreach are excited to share the placement of the new Wellness Kiosk in The Claremont Colleges Library! This kiosk offers convenient, on-campus access to essential wellness supplies at discounted prices.
Available items include:
The kiosk will operate during the library’s service hours, and it’s cashless for your convenience! It accepts physical cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and other mobile wallet payment options. We hope this resource makes it easier to take care of your wellness needs while on campus. |
Menstrual Supplies
It may not always be welcomed, but like it or not, “Aunt Flo” is here to stay. Luckily, we now live in a world with a variety of options of different brands that are available to us at our fingertips. However, wouldn’t it feel great to be able to get access to these supplies right here on campus? The HEO office is stocked with trusted period products made with 100% organic cotton and gynecologist-approved sexual health products that are free of charge to students.
Meet the Staff
Tonisha Williams, MPH-CHES She/Her/Hers
Health Education Outreach Coordinator
Born and raised in the sunny side of California where I received my master’s degree in Public Health from Loma Linda University in 2019. Before working with TCCS, I worked for the County of Riverside in their Public Health Department mitigating the spread of COVID-19. I also enjoyed a few weeks in Ukraine specifically in Kiev, designing, implementing, and evaluating a few health educations programs to their citizens in their native language. I have a passion for Health Education and Promotion as well as Disease Prevention and wellness. I like to live by the saying “if you know better, you should do better” which helps drives my passion of health education. I strongly believe that sometimes the barrier between obtaining or maintaining optimal health could simply be a lack of education and thorough knowledge. In my free time, I enjoy online shopping, adding to my sneaker collection and taking weeklong cruises to a destination of my choice.
Mame Baffour-Awuah (she/her/hers)
Junior at Pomona College
What interested you in becoming a Peer Health Educator (PHE)?
Being a peer health educator allows me to engage with and support the campus community, helping them navigate key health topics while promoting a culture of wellness. It is an amazing opportunity to bridge my academic interests with hand-on experience in health promotion and education
What does the term “well-being” mean to you?
Wellbeing means more than physical health. It is a state of being supported and empowered in all aspects of life, emotionally, socially, mentally and even spiritually.
Jacob Zarate (He/Him/His)
Sophomore at Pomona College
What interested you in becoming a Peer Health Educator (PHE)?
My interest in becoming a peer educator was sparked by a friend that already worked at HEO. I witnessed first-hand the important work she did, and I also wanted to help contribute to educating my peers on topics such as sexual, menstrual, and oral health.
What does the term “well-being” mean to you?
To me, wellbeing is an overarching assessment of one’s current experience in life. The goal of peer educators is to help improve others’ wellbeing through education, support, and encouragement.
Jessie Ponce-Montano (she/her/hers)
Sophomore at Pomona College
What interested you in becoming a Peer Health Educator (PHE)?
To be quite honest, I had no idea what I signed up for until I walked into the HEO office and saw the formidable array of condoms! But I am now so incredibly thankful to have such unique exposure to the sexual and reproductive health scene. Talking about what I do as a Peer Health Educator is a great conversation starter; I am glad to openly speak on these subjects and connect peers to resources that keep them protected, safe, and informed!
What does the term “well-being” mean to you?
To me, well-being is a goal to be achieved in all aspects of life — from financial well-being to physical and mental well-being. The best way to achieve this is through education — which is why the role Peer Health Educators play is so important in supporting the holistic wellbeing of students!
Adné Brako (He/Him/His)
Junior at Claremont McKenna College
What interested you in becoming a Peer Health Educator (PHE)?
I decided to be a PHE because it provided me with an opportunity to make a positive and meaningful impact on my community.
What does the term “well-being” mean to you?
Well-being means balancing physical, emotional, and mental health that helps individuals thrive in their daily lives.
Zoe Dorado (she/her/hers)
Sophomore at Pomona College
What interested you in becoming a Peer Health Educator (PHE)?
I became a PHE because I’m interested in public health—specifically around accessibility issues. I wanted to learn more about what resources we have here at the 5Cs and to make sure my peers get the support they need.
What does the term “well-being” mean to you?
To me, well-being means understanding your needs (physically, emotionally, mentally, etc.), acknowledging how they may change over time, and taking the time to find ways to meet them.
Na’Rya Jackson (she/her/hers)
Junior at Pomona College
What interested you in becoming a Peer Health Educator (PHE)?
I was interested in becoming a Peer Health Educator because I want to educate my peers about resources, they might not be aware of. I aim to help create a supportive community and contribute to improving overall health and well-being on campus.
What does the term “well-being” mean to you?
To me, well-being means feeling balanced and happy with our mental, physical, and emotional health.
Free Rapid Pregnancy Tests
HEO now offers free rapid pregnancy tests for 5C students. Testing is private, fast, and available during walk-in hours or by appointment in our office. If you think you might be pregnant or would like to confirm a result, stop by for support and resources in a confidential and welcoming environment. We’re here to help you every step of the way. We also offer free Plan B (emergency contraception) to students. Office hours: Monday–Friday, 1:00 PM–6:00 PM.
Cross Campus Collaboration
At the Health Education Outreach (HEO) office, we believe that student health and well-being thrive when the entire campus community works together. That’s why we engage in cross-campus collaborations with various departments, student organizations, and academic programs to offer a comprehensive approach to wellness.
A key part of these collaborations includes working with the well-being deans and their Peer Health Ambassadors from CMC, Scripps, HMC, and Pitzer. These student-led groups are vital in promoting health and well-being on their respective campuses through outreach, education, and support initiatives. Together, we co-host workshops, awareness campaigns, and wellness events. By partnering with these student-led organizations, HEO helps to create peer-driven, relatable events that directly engage the campus community. The Peer Health Ambassadors are instrumental in connecting their peers with resources, raising awareness about important health topics, and fostering a culture of wellness across the 5Cs.
Additional Resources
Peer Health Outreach Initiatives
Peer Health Outreach Initiatives aim to empower students by bringing wellness education directly to the campus community. Through tabling events, presentations, and interactive campaigns, Peer Health Educators address topics such as stress management, sexual health, healthy relationships, substance use, and self-care. These outreach efforts are student-centered, peer-led, and rooted in evidence-based practices, ensuring the content is relatable, inclusive, and impactful.
Whether it’s distributing resources during a campus wellness fair or hosting a themed awareness week, PHEs work to make health education engaging, approachable, and accessible to all students.
Health and Wellness Literature
Explore our free brochures, books, handouts, and engaging educational resources on college-relevant topics like stress, substance use, STIs, oral hygiene, and more. Stop by our office anytime to pick up what you need—no appointment required!
Peer-supported Wellness Coaching
You’ve got questions; we’ve got answers. Come in and chat with a Peer Health Educator about all your health and well-being needs and questions. Everything from sex(uality), alcohol and marijuana to stress and roommate issues. While Peer Wellness Coaching is not a replacement for counseling with a licensed therapist, we use tools such as motivational interviewing, the eight dimensions of health and wellness, harm reduction, and goal setting to help you figure out what’s best for you. Request an appointment with a trained PHE via HEO-Stud@claremont.edu, or reach out to our professional staff.
Resource List
HEO has worked to create one of the most comprehensive lists of resources available to Claremont college students both on and off-campus. If you are a provider or student organization that would like to be added to our list, please contact HEO@claremont.edu.