The Health Education & Promotion Office is staffed with a Health Educator, a part-time Graphic Design/Social Media Student Assistant and various student volunteers serving in the Peer Health Educator program and PEER Project.

Taylor Whittington

Taylor Whittington serves as the Health Educator for the Health Education and Promotion (HEP) Office. She advises the Peer Health Education Program, facilitates wellness workshops, and collaborates on various health and wellness initiatives. She received her Bachelor’s Degree in Communication Studies (Christopher Newport University), Master’s Degree in Education (Northern State University), and Doctorate in Educational Leadership (Stanislaus State). She is also a Certified Prevention Specialist. 

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Alex Byrd

student assistant

Alex serves as the Social Media Graphic Design Student Assistant. She is a Creative Media major with a minor in Communication Studies. She is also on the Stan State Volleyball team. Some of her hobbies include making collages, playing with her dog and listening to music. She started this role in July 2022 and has enjoyed the chance to learn new skills through working on numerous projects.

Updated: April 16, 2024