McMaster University

McMaster Students Union, Student Health Education Centre

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Record #: HAM0581 Last Full Update: 14 Jan 2013
Location, Telephone & Internet
Address & Map
McMaster University Student Centre, Rm 202
1280 Main St W
Hamilton, ON L8S 4S4
 
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Located In CommunityHamilton West
Major IntersectionUniversity Ave and Sterling St
Office Phone905-525-9140 ext 22041
E-Mailshec@msu.mcmaster.ca
Websitewww.msumcmaster.ca/shec
Contact Information
Social MediaTwitter
Primary ContactStephanie Assmann, Coordinator
Description & Services
AccessibilityFully Accessible
DescriptionSHEC is a peer-run health promotion, education and referral service of the McMaster Students Union. It is open to McMaster students and offers: 
 
Peer support * pamphlets * referrals * provides information on birth control * sexually transmitted infections * abortion * relationships * sexuality * sexual orientation * sexual assault * pregnancy * body image/eating disorders * nutrition * mental health * substance abuse * gives out free condoms, lube, oral dams and Vaginal Contraceptive Film (VCF) * Administers free anonymous pregnancy tests on-site * The centre has a book lending library, however a student card is required to take out books
HoursMon-Thu 9:30 am-6:30 pm, Fri 9:30 am-5:30 pm
DatesSep-Apr (Closed during reading week and for exams in Dec and Apr)
Areas ServedHamilton (City of)
EligibilityMcMaster Students
ApplicationMcMaster University Community
FeesNone
LanguagesEnglish
Other Details
Alternate Name (Internal use only)Inc ; MSU ; SHEC
WardWard 1