UC Merced Health Promotion

UC Merced Health Promotion The Health Education Representatives for Opportunities to Empower Students (H.E.R.O.E.S.)

are trained student volunteers who educate their peers on various health topics, including sexual health, healthy relationships, nutrition, physical activity, alcohol/tobacco/other drug use, sleep, and stress.

Understanding your needs and setting boundaries can be tough, but it is important for healthy relationships. To learn mo...
11/10/2025

Understanding your needs and setting boundaries can be tough, but it is important for healthy relationships. To learn more about boundaries, schedule a FREE wellness coaching appointment with the Black Girl Doctor. Swipe right for the QR code to schedule!

Stop by our tabling NOW in El Portal’s lobby until 2pm to learn more about the different types of boundaries!

Calling all Transfer & First-year Students! 📣 Are you interested in chatting about Health and Wellness Resources on Camp...
11/07/2025

Calling all Transfer & First-year Students! 📣 Are you interested in chatting about Health and Wellness Resources on Campus? Give us feedback and get free swag and food!

Hello Bobcats, come by to our open workshop on How to Help a Friend through Emotional Challenges on Nov 10th from 12:30p...
11/06/2025

Hello Bobcats, come by to our open workshop on How to Help a Friend through Emotional Challenges on Nov 10th from 12:30pm-2:00pm in Granite Pass 162! 🫂You will leave with tips on how to support your peers during challenging situations and make your own bracelet!

Hey Bobcats! Is there a faculty or staff member that you believe has gone above and beyond for student well-being? Nomin...
11/04/2025

Hey Bobcats! Is there a faculty or staff member that you believe has gone above and beyond for student well-being? Nominate them for the Bobcat Well-Being Champion award! Use the QR code to fill out the survey to nominate a faculty or staff member that has been supporting the well-being of UC Merced students! 🐾

As night falls and the gremlins and ghouls gather, make sure to have a safer party plan for a safer night!  🍻🎃
10/31/2025

As night falls and the gremlins and ghouls gather, make sure to have a safer party plan for a safer night!  🍻🎃

Hallo-weekend is here, and who knows where a night of fun may lead to, so be sure to be prepared! 🕷🕸️
10/30/2025

Hallo-weekend is here, and who knows where a night of fun may lead to, so be sure to be prepared! 🕷🕸️

Hey Bobcats 🐾 Stop by at anytime between 12-3 for treats and learn about resources this Friday at our Trick or Treat on ...
10/29/2025

Hey Bobcats 🐾 Stop by at anytime between 12-3 for treats and learn about resources this Friday at our Trick or Treat on Academic Walk! 👻🎃

Hallow-weekend is upon us, bobcats!🐾 Planning on throwing or going to a Halloween party this weekend? Prepare with one o...
10/29/2025

Hallow-weekend is upon us, bobcats!🐾 Planning on throwing or going to a Halloween party this weekend? Prepare with one of our kits here at Health Promotion.👻

📣Calling all first year students! Want swag bags and food? We want to hear from you! See above for more information.
10/22/2025

📣Calling all first year students! Want swag bags and food? We want to hear from you! See above for more information.

Spooky Sips are SERVED! 🎃 🕸️ We’re stirring up a cauldron of spell-binding mocktails for our Halloween Open House. Will ...
10/20/2025

Spooky Sips are SERVED! 🎃 🕸️ We’re stirring up a cauldron of spell-binding mocktails for our Halloween Open House. Will it be a classic Spooky Shirley or a vibrant Un-Jungled Juice? The only scary thing is having to choose.. No tricks, just treats! 👻

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Merced, CA
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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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Our Mission

The mission of the Health Promotion department is to foster a campus community that encourages positive health behaviors supportive of UC Merced students' academic success and well-being during their collegiate experience. This is achieved by using available data and following a primary prevention philosophy in our efforts to provide health education, train student leaders, advocate for change and promote health equity.