Annual Health Events

 

Welcome to the Student Health & Wellness Center (SHWC) Annual Health Events page!

This page is dedicated to highlighting the various health-related events, activities, and intitatives SHWC hosts throughout the year. Our vision is to be student's first choice for accessible, quality healthcare, education, and advocacy delivered by competent and compassionate professionals. In alignement with this mission, this page showcases organized intiatives to promote wellness and student well-being. From health screenings to activities and giveaways, our aim is to create an environment where students can access the tools and knowledge they need to lead healthier lives. 

Explore our events, get involved, and take advantage of these oppurtunities that are designed to help you thrive!

 

Week of Wellness

From Brain Gains to Bull Strength, Week of Wellness is a collaborative effort among Student Health & Wellness Center, Center for Student Well-Being, Counseling Center, Campus Recreation and Wellness, Center for Victim Advocacy & Violence Prevention, and Student Government. Food and outdoor programming will be offered on the grassy area between SHWC and REC. Spring 2025 Week of Wellness will be held March 31, 2025- April 4, 2025.

Get Yourself Tested (GYT) 

Free STI/STD Testing for Registered Students. At this annual week-long event, students can consult with a medical provider and receive free laboratory testing. Testing is offered for Gonorrhea, Chlamydia, Syphilis, and HIV. Get Tested, Stay Protected because Testing isn't just for academics. Spring 2025 GYT will be held March 31, 2025 - April 4, 2025. Schedule your day/time via this link or call 813.974-2331 option 2. Click HERE for more GYT info. 

Healthy HerdaPalooza

Celebrate Week of Welcome and our Student Health & Wellness Center with food, games, giveaways, and activities. Held in front of SWC facing  USF Genshaft Drive. 

Mobile flu Clinics (MFC)

All Bulls are encouraged to get the flu shot so they're prepared for cold and flu season. Weekly mobile clinics are offered to increase access and make preventative vaccination easier. Students do not have to pay out of pocket for flu shots administered by  Student Health & Wellness Center at a mobile clinic or in our campus facilities. More info HERE.

 

Health Insurance Enrollment (HIE)

Enrollment support is offered at our Student Health & Wellness Center and at scheduled enrollment events on all campuses. Certified Health Insurance Navigators can assist Faculty, Staff. Students, families and retirees with affordable medical and dental insurance and subsidies. FREE application assistance is provided to improve equitable access to high-quality healthcare including Florida KidCare, the Health Insurance Marketplace, and local county healthcare program. More Get Covered information and scheduling HERE. 

 

Homecoming Parade Watch Party 

Join our watch party as we celebrate the Running of the Bulls annual parade on USF Genshaft Drive.