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Vandal Health Education links students to information and services that provides education and connects students to a variety of health services. The Vandal Health Education Calendar combines a number of events from different departments and groups that provide information about health, safety and wellness.

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Sex in the Dark: Sexual Health Isn't Spooky Sexpert Panel

No tricks here! Ask anonymous questions to a panel of sexperts about all things sexual health! Glow sticks provided. Costumes encouraged. University Location: Auditorium - Administration Building - Main Campus. Questions? Contact Amanda Ferstead, amandaf@uidaho.edu. Tuesday, November 3, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM. For more info visit www.uidaho.edu.

Rx Takeback

Alcohol & Other Drugs is hosting a prescription drug takeback! Drop off your unused or expired prescription drugs at the ISUB Plaza. University Location: ISUB Plaza - Main Campus. Questions? Erin Bacon, ebacon@uidaho.edu. Wednesday, November 4, 2026, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM. For more info visit www.uidaho.edu.

Flu Vaccine Clinic for Students

Flu vaccine clinic for students, first come, first served. Students must bring photo ID and health insurance information; vaccines will be billed to health insurance. If students cannot attend an open clinic, they can call the Vandal Health Clinic at 208-885-4146 to schedule an appointment for their annual vaccine. University Location: SRC Classroom (SRC 103) - Student Recreation Center - Main Campus. Thursday, November 5, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.

Responding to Disclosures of Interpersonal Violence

Violence Prevention and Education will lead attendees through a 90-minute training Zoom session on handling disclosures of interpersonal violence from students. Participants will gain understanding of obligations as a university employee, and increase knowledge of barriers students may face regarding these issues, and knowledge of resources and referrals, and after-the-fact self-care. Pre-registration is required and available via Bridge. Questions? Katrina Critchfield, kcritchfield@uidaho.edu. Tuesday, November 10, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM. For more info visit uidaho.bridgeapp.com.

Hands on Cooking Class: Stuffed and Seasonal Squash

Join Vandal Health Education in the Carmelita Spencer Foods Lab to make stuffed squash and upside-down apple tarts for this Hands on Cooking session. Learn how to build balanced, satisfying meals while exploring how to cook a variety of ingredients. No experience needed. Bring your curiosity, to-go containers, and your appetite! Limited Seating. Registration required. This free program is open to all UI students, faculty, and staff, and is part of Vandal Health Education's COBRE Workshop & Cooking series, and is made possible support from COBRE Nutrition Women's Health Grant. University Location: Niccolls 103 - Niccolls Building - Main Campus. Questions? Amanda Ferstead, amandaf@uidaho.edu. Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM. For more info visit uidaho.co1.qualtrics.com.

QPR Suicide Prevention Training

QPR stands for Question, Persuade and Refer. Join Vandal Health Education for this evidenced-based, 1.5 hour training program to help faculty, staff and students recognize and respond to someone who may be in a mental health crisis and thinking about suicide. Participants will learn how to: recognize the warning signs of suicide, offer hope, and get help and save a life. Part of the Connect Well Designation. This training will be held via Zoom. Register at go.uidaho.edu/workshops. Questions? Amanda Ferstead, amandaf@uidaho.edu. Thursday, November 12, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM. For more info visit vandalsuidaho.sharepoint.com.

Cannabis Workshop: Explore Your Use

Curious about your cannabis use or thinking about making a change? This two-part, interactive workshop provides a supportive, judgment-free space to explore your cannabis use, learn harm reduction strategies, and consider goals for reducing or quitting. Facilitated by the Alcohol and Other Drug Program Coordinator and a Counseling and Mental Health Center staff member, the workshop will help you better understand your relationship with cannabis and develop strategies that fit your goals. Whether you want to cut back, quit, use more safely or simply learn more about your cannabis use, this workshop is for you. Registration required. University Location: SRC Classroom (SRC 103) - Student Recreation Center - Main Campus. Questions? Contact Erin Bacon, ebacon@uidaho.edu. Thursday, November 12, 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM. For more info visit uidaho.co1.qualtrics.com.

Friday Crafternoon

Join the Violence Prevention and Education Office in our once-a-month afternoon craft session to de-stress at the end of the week and find community. All supplies and a light snack provided. University Location: Violence Prevention Office - 109 - Memorial Gym - Main Campus. Friday, November 13, 2026, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM. For more info visit www.uidaho.edu.

Therapy Dogs

Come relax, unwind and de-stress with therapy dogs from Palouse Paws. Drop-in any time during the session as your schedule allows. University Location: Library - Main Campus. Questions? Amanda Ferstead, amandaf@uidaho.edu. Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. For more info visit vandalsuidaho.sharepoint.com.

Cannabis Workshop: Explore Your Use

Curious about your cannabis use or thinking about making a change? This two-part, interactive workshop provides a supportive, judgment-free space to explore your cannabis use, learn harm reduction strategies, and consider goals for reducing or quitting. Facilitated by the Alcohol and Other Drug Program Coordinator and a Counseling and Mental Health Center staff member, the workshop will help you better understand your relationship with cannabis and develop strategies that fit your goals. Whether you want to cut back, quit, use more safely or simply learn more about your cannabis use, this workshop is for you. Registration required. University Location: SRC Classroom (SRC 103) - Student Recreation Center - Main Campus. Questions? Contact Erin Bacon, ebacon@uidaho.edu. Thursday, November 19, 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM. For more info visit uidaho.co1.qualtrics.com.

Hands on Cooking Class: Hearty Eastern European Holidays

Get cozy and festive with Vandal Health Education in the Carmelita Spencer Foods Lab to make borscht and stuffed cabbage rolls for this Hands on Cooking session. Learn how to build balanced, satisfying meals while exploring how to cook a variety of ingredients. No experience needed. Bring your curiosity, to-go containers, and your appetite! Limited Seating. Registration required. This free program is open to all UI students, faculty, and staff, and is part of Vandal Health Education's COBRE Workshop & Cooking series, and is made possible support from COBRE Nutrition Women's Health Grant. University Location: Niccolls 103 - Niccolls Building - Main Campus. Questions? Amanda Ferstead, amandaf@uidaho.edu. Wednesday, December 2, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM. For more info visit uidaho.co1.qualtrics.com.

Supporting Students in Distress

Join Vandal Health Education for this interactive workshop on “Supporting Students in Distress.” Learn how to recognize when students are struggling, how to have a conversation to get them connected to help and how to create an environment that encourages success. Part of the Connect Well Designation. Register via Bridge. Questions? Amanda Ferstead, amandaf@uidaho.edu. Tuesday, December 8, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. For more info visit uidaho.bridgeapp.com.

Therapy Dogs

Come relax, unwind and de-stress with therapy dogs from Palouse Paws. Drop-in any time during the session as your schedule allows. University Location: Library - Main Campus. Questions? Amanda Ferstead, amandaf@uidaho.edu. Wednesday, December 9, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM. For more info visit vandalsuidaho.sharepoint.com.

Friday Crafternoon

Join the Violence Prevention and Education Office in our once-a-month afternoon craft session to de-stress at the end of the week and find community. All supplies and a light snack provided. University Location: Violence Prevention Office - 109 - Memorial Gym - Main Campus. Friday, December 11, 2026, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM. For more info visit www.uidaho.edu.