Health Services/Wellness

Austin College Health Services does not exist just for those who are sick; it offers many other services directed at education and wellness.

Information regarding health, nutrition, and prevention of illness and disease is presently available throughout the year during Project Floor and residence hall programming. Watch for flyers around campus. Interest in additional programs for your group should be brought to the attention of Health Services and/or the Wellness Peer Educators.

Assistance in the form of information regarding health-related matters is available from Health Services. Our waiting area is well stocked with pamphlets relating to all areas of health and wellness. The staff is ready to assist with any needs or questions students may have. The nurse is available to discuss any specific concerns or requests for information. All health records and discussions with students are private and confidential.

New State of Texas laws requiring Meningitis Vaccination for all new resident college students became effective January 1, 2010. Exemption information and application can be found at the Department of State Health Services.

Any student who is unable to bring the necessary documentation will need to make arrangements to reside off campus until he/she comes into compliance with the meningitis immunization guidelines. If you require local lodging information go to http://www.austincollege.edu/about/campus-info/north-texas-area.

»Check list for resident students without Meningitis Documentation«

Blood Bank Drive

The Blood Bank Drives will be held in Johnson Gallery in the Wright Campus Center on the following dates from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.:

September 14 & 15 – Johnson Gallery
November 10 & 11 – Johnson Gallery
February 15 & 16 – Johnson Gallery
April 19 & 20 – Johnson Gallery

Seasonal Flu Shots

Student Seasonal Flu Shots will be given for students on Wednesday, October 13, and Thursday, October 14, 2010, from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. in WCC 254. The cost is $25, payable by cash, check or billed to the student’s account.

Faculty & Staff Seasonal Flu Shots will be given on Wednesday, October 20, and Thursday, October 21, 2010, from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. in room WCC 254. Faculty and staff who have insurance through Cigna provided by Austin College may bring their insurance card and Human Resources will file for employee. Those without Austin College Cigna insurance can pay $25 by cash or check. Retired employees who are on Medicare must bring their Medicare card in order to receive the injection.

Sponsored by Austin College Human Resources & Student Services/Health Services. For more information, contact Human Resources, or Kathy Matthews in Health Services.

A note from the nurse...

Our primary client is you, the Austin College student. It is not our intention to replace your primary physician, but to serve as a substitute at times when you may become ill.

We want to help you understand some of those hazards, how to prevent them, and, when necessary, how to treat and care for yourself.

Health Services will strive to foster relationships which will contribute to an atmosphere of mutual respect and assist students in their personal growth and wellness.

We want you to have a healthy and productive career at Austin College. Good health is important to insure that success. We look forward to getting to know each of you!