About SHAC

What is SHAC?

The Student Health Advisory Committee (SHAC) is a recognized organization comprised of students from various academic backgrounds and campus-community involvements at the University of Utah. SHAC was founded with the mission of:

 
      • Promoting health education and disease prevention on campus,
      • Developing and implementing health programs that represent student health  interests,
      • Improving the well-being of students, and
      • Creating an interdisciplinary service learning environment for members.

Since the Student Health Center is funded by student fees, SHAC also works to provide a voice in health center operations. Ultimately, SHAC strives to enhance the overall student experience by organizing campus-wide events and by connecting the student body to health and wellness resources.

 

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SHAC works in cooperation with many  other organizations and departments on campus to promote health and wellness. Contributions to the promotion of health awareness on campus include quality programming, informal dialogue, and participation of nationally recognized health campaigns. Many of SHAC's campaigns are entirely conceived, organized, and promoted by members, which includes opportunities to write grants and proposals to gain funding for projects.

Typical SHAC-sponsored issues:

 
      • HIV / AIDS
      • Sexual Health
      • Nutrition
      • Healthy Hygiene Habits
      • Physical Fitness
      • Stress Relief
      • Depression
      • Health Insurance
      • Sexual Assault

In addition to SHAC's activities during the school year, SHAC members may also attend the annual American College Health Association (ACHA) convention as student delegates.

 

Awards

2006 Utah NASPA Conference Most Innovative Student Led Program
2005 - 2006 UPC Best Student Group of the Year
2005 - 2006 Plazafest Best Program

PCCHA Golden Gull Award for the HIV Counseling & Screening Program

 

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