All of us have sexual desires and feelings. How we express those desires and feelings is very personal. Some students are not sure what they want to do sexually and they have plenty of company. Many BSU students have chosen abstinence. Remaining abstinent can be the best choice a student can make until such time as confusion regarding sexual feelings can be resolved.

Sorting out feelings about sexual expression can continue throughout young adulthood. Some students have examined their sexual feelings and desires and have chosen to be sexually active with one or more persons. In order to assist these students in making healthy choices, Health Education has developed "The Condom Shoppe".

The Health Education condom shop offers 2 different styles of free condoms and printed information for BSU students. The shop is located in the Health Center in Room 201.  Students can visit the condom shop during the regular office hours.

We ask that you limit your condom selection to 5 at each visit.

1. You have reason to think you've been infected (or have a high risk of being infected) with HIV.
2. The knowledge of your test results, either positive or negative, will help you adopt safer sex practices or stop sharing IV needles.
3. You are pregnant or are considering becoming pregnant, breast-feeding, or fathering a child.
4. You will be required to undergo mandatory testing for military service, Foreign Service or Job Corps application.

Health Education offers free and anonymous (your name is never asked or recorded) HIV Testing and Counseling on Tuesdays from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. The test involves HIV counseling, drawing a blood sample with a needle and syringe, and returning to Health Education in 1-2 weeks for the test results. The total appointment requires approximately 30 minutes of your time.

If you are interested in this free service, please call 285-3775 to schedule a time for the testing. Again, your name will not be asked or recorded. Your appointment time will simply be noted as male or female.

• You can obtain free Syphilis testing at the same appointment as HIV testing. However, this testing cannot be anonymous. You must give your name to the HIV counselor if you desire Syphilis testing.

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1. Health Education  - HC Rm 201
2. Computer Lab Bulletin Boards
3. Student Center Hotel Lobby - SC First Floor
4. Residence Hall Bulletin Boards
5. Greek fraternity houses and sorority suites
6. Women's Center - HC Rm 211
7. Athletic Training Room Bulletin Boards
8. Counseling and Psychological Services - LU Rm 320
9. Career Center - LU Rm 220

BSU students can visit  Health Education, located in the Health Center,  Room 206 and have the opportunity to use the latest technology in computers to locate specific health information. In Room 206, students will find step-by-step instructions on how to access reputable health web sites in the areas of contraception, sexually transmitted diseases, mens' health, womens' health and many more topics. A printer is available for student use and the copies are free.

Video tapes, books and health games are also available for student use.

(The Learning Laboratory is not a student computer lab. It is only to be used for accessing health information.)

• "SAVING YOUR SKIN" - Skin preservation techniques are given, including information on tanning booths and sunscreen.  Students are given alternative tanning information and general hygiene regarding skin care.
• "HEALTH JEOPARDY" - Through an interactive game show format, students learn about a variety of health topics.  The game can be customized to cover many topics or to focus on one area.  Works with any size group.
• "NUTS AND BOLTS OF NUTRITION" - Participants will learn the basics of good nutrition, including the differences between the nutrients our body needs and how they are used, estimation of the body's nutrient requirements, and to distinguish between saturated, unsaturated, and trans-fat. A brief overview of popular fad diets is also provided. 
• SEX TALK" - This is an interactive program designed to improve sexual relationships through better communication, including discussing abstinence expectations, listening skills, and conflict resolution.  This program focuses on teaching students how to recognize their own preferences and how to talk comfortably with their partners. 
• "WOMEN'S HEALTH" - The goal of women's health is to encourage women to become knowledgeable about their bodies and to provide information to help them be responsible and healthy in their lives.  The program covers PAP smear, breast self-examination, contraceptives, sexually transmitted diseases, PMS, painful menstruation, and bladder infections.  The atmosphere is informal and open.
• "MEN'S HEALTH" - The goal of men's health is to provide men with information that will help them to be responsible and healthy in their lives.  The program covers topics of testicular self-examination, condoms, lubricants, contraceptives, and sexually transmitted diseases.  The atmosphere is informal, fun and interactive.
• "SEX TAC TOE" - Through this interactive game, students learn about better communication with their partners, signs and symptoms of common sexually transmitted infections, contraception and other safer sex options, and much more.  Works best with a mixed gender group.
• "SEX IN THE CITY" - This program focuses on the campus of Ball State University and uses the results of recent surveys to look at current student behaviors and attitudes related to their sexual health.
• "KICK BUTTS BINGO" - Participants learn about nicotine, tobacco, addiction, and smoking cessation techniques through the format of the game BINGO.  Prizes, if desired, are the responsibility of the program requestor.
• "BREASTS, BOOBS, BUMPS, AND BEADS"  - Participants will learn the basics of breast cancer development and techniques for conducting breast self-exams.  Information is supplemented through the creation of wooden bead necklaces that participants take home where the beads represent the size of breast lumps in various stages.
• "PERSONAL HEALTH TWISTER"  - Using a standard Twister game mat, participants learn about alcohol and other drugs, sexual health, and skin care while tying themselves up in knots.  Prizes, if desired, are the responsibility of the program requestor.
• "AN AIDS JOURNEY"  - This program explains the basics of HIV/AIDS: such as history, routes of transmission, symptoms, and diseases associated with HIV/AIDS, testing and safer sex.
• "SEXUAL HEALTH BINGO"  -  Participants learn about human sexuality, contraceptives, and sexually transmitted infections and associated conditions through the format of the game BINGO.  Prizes, if desired , are the responsibility of the program requestor.

SUBSTANCE ABUSE                              Contact Anna Lamb (765) 285-8437

• "FAMILY AND SUBSTANCES"  - This presentation offers information regarding the alcohol continuum and can be adapted for individual requests.  Topics include BSU student alcohol behaviors and the consequences, family of alcoholics, counseling format, physiological effects of alcohol and how advertising can influence alcohol behavior.
• "ALCOHOL/MARIJUANA AND THE LAW" - This workshop focuses on clarifying the Indiana alcohol/marijuana laws and how these laws apply to BSU students; the long-term implications of criminal records and how they can effect personal and career goals; and the cost and time involved with legal encounters.
• "SUBSTANCE USE AND ITS EFFECT UPON SEXUAL HEALTH" - In this program students are given the opportunity to hear how alcohol/marijuana can effect responsible sexual decision-making, recognize the substance use increases the likelihood of acquaintance rape, unplanned pregnancy and STDs.  Students can acquire skills to include personal strategies and environmental strategies to prevent risky sexual behaviors.
• "MYTHS OF MARIJUANA"  -  Students will be given the latest research findings on the physiological, psychological and legal effects of marijuana and how these effects can influence their college career.
• "CLUB DRUGS" (GHB and Ecstasy) - Club drug presentation. What is GHB and what effects can it have in the life of a student.  What is it...a drug or not?  How ecstasy can effect the student's life.
• "DONT' LEAVE DICK FOR DEAD" - This workshop focuses on what a student should know about helping a friend who is experiencing alcohol/marijuana/other drug problems or overdose.

Classes will resume Fall Semester 2008