SUNY Oswego's Health Services will host a Get Yourself Tested (GYT) event from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Wednesday, April 12, at Mary Walker Health Center to encourage students to test for sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
The first 100 students get one free test, with any tests costing $20 thereafter.
In addition to providing test, the event aims to reduce stigma and create a positive association surrounding STI testing. Organizers chose a party-themed approach, hoping that by associating STI testing with a fun and positive experience, students may be more likely to view it as a routine part of their sexual health care and continue to get tested regularly in the future.
In addition to the free tests, GYT will feature prizes, giveaways and snacks and refreshments provided by Auxiliary Services.
The event also will feature tabling from campus and community partners including Planned Parenthood, Pride Alliance, Title IX, Oz Peer Eds, Ask The Sexperts, Oswego County Opportunities Health Education and Upstate Medical Center.
For more information, email whealth@oswego.edu.
-- Submitted by Health Services