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SHE FAQs: General

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Who are the SHEs?

The SHEs are a student organization on campus devoted to providing sexual health information to the Wellesley College student body. Students selected to be SHEs undergo extensive training in issues relating to sexual and women's health, and serve as a resource to students on campus. SHEs put on educational programs, provide one on one advice, and work closely with Health Services and other campus groups to ensure that accurate and useful health information is reaching the student body.

What sorts of topics do the SHEs cover?

Though any women's health or sexual health topic is fair game, some of the more common topics for programs include contraception, healthy relationships, sexual transmitted infections, safe sex, gynecological exams, sexual assault, and body image. If you have a question about a topic not covered in a SHE program any given semester, don't hesitate to contact the SHEs either by SHEmail, or on a one-on-one basis.

How can I become a SHE?

At the end of the fall semester the SHEs will post applications online on forums like Community and the course conferences. Any student with an interest in sexual health is invited to apply! For more information about what being a SHE involves contact any member of the group, or send us a SHEmail message!

 

SHE FAQs: Sexual Health Questions

Where can I get birth control on campus?

For hormonal contraceptives please contact the Wellesley College Health Services. If you feel uncomfortable doing this alone, or would like to know more about what to expect, please contact a SHE! She'll be more than happy to walk you through the process and explain your options to you. As for condoms and dental dams, most SHEs have these on their doors around campus. Grab some for free, or ask a SHE and she'll arrange to get them to you. If you have additional questions about the specific types of services available to you at Wellesley College, please send us a SHEmail, or approach us with your questions!

Does Wellesley College offer Emergency Contraception?

Yes! Emergency contraception is available at Health Services for a 20$ fee. You'll need an appointment, so please call ahead to schedule a time.

Do the SHEs cover LGBTQQIA sexual health issues?

Certainly. If you are an LGBTQQIA student with sexual health questions, please don't hesitate to contact the SHEs. In addition to providing you with valuable information about safe sex, healthy relationships, etc., they can also talk with you about other organizations on campus that address a lot of LGBTQQIA issues.

If I talk to a SHE, is it confidential?

Yes! So long as you're not an immediate threat to yourself or others, everything you discuss with the SHEs is strictly confidential. Rest assured that SHEs will always respect your privacy.