Student Health and Wellness Advisory Board

Mission Statement: 

To foster a connection between SHSU students and campus leadership to engage in impactful student health and wellness efforts. 

Purpose and Goals:

The Student Health and Wellness Advisory Board (SHWAB) will represent the Sam Houston State University student body as a liaison for student health and wellness initiatives at SHSU. The Board will advise on policy, programs, and assessments for the Student Health Center, Student Wellness, and Campus Recreation. Board members will make recommendations to leadership and work as collaborative partners to implement change and improvement strategies.

Please send us feedback on student health and wellness.

SHWAB@SHSU.edu


Officers

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Jazzett Herrera

President

Major: Criminal Justice with minors in ASL and Victim Studies
Classification: Senior
Fun Fact: My favorite NYT game is Connections!

Why SHWAB? I joined SHWAB to advocate for students wants and needs surrounding health and wellness on campus.

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Debra Balandran

Vice President 

Major: Public Health with concentration in Health Education and Promotion
Classification: Graduate
Fun Fact: I'm left handed and I have 6 pet ducks and 7 chickens.

Why SHWAB? I joined SHWAB because I am passionate about supporting students. I want to help create a positive, collaborative environment where students feel empowered. By being part of SHWAB, I hope to play an active role in fostering meaningful connections and driving initiatives that benefit the student community.

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Francis Morell

Secretary

Major: Psychology
Classification: Senior
Fun Fact: I love to read gothic literature! 

Why SHWAB? I joined SHWAB because of my passion for mental health and sexual health and the desire to help students find resources on campus for both mental and sexual health.


Board Members

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Zene Taylor

Board Member 

Major: Kinesiology
Classification: Junior
Fun Fact: I love to cook!

Why SHWAB? I wanted to be part of something that could make a difference on campus. SHWAB's whole purpose is to make students' voices heard and do our best to work with those in charge to make changes that are needed.

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Ariella Stoltman

Board Member

Major: Communications with minor in ASL
Classification: Junior
Fun Fact: I've been shark cage diving.

Why SHWAB?I joined SHWAB in hope of helping students find themselves and be more comfortable communicating their struggles with health. Also in hopes of helping students who struggle with food allergies have more options in the dining halls.

 

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Shunia Young

Board Member

Major: Health Sciences 
Classification: Sophmore
Fun Fact:My favorite color is HOT PINK and I am a movie/show connoisseur!

Why SHWAB? To help students utilize all of the resources on campus and advocate for mental & physical health. :)