STUDENT HEALTH

The Engemann Student Health Center.

New COVID-19 variant could evade vaccine immunity

The cicada variant has spread to over 25 states, but it does not appear to cause more severe symptoms.
Engemman Student Health Center, 2025.

Federal judge blocks latest ACIP appointees

Chief Campus Health Officer Dr. Sarah Van Orman said she will advocate for students’ vaccines to be fully covered.

A respiratory virus is spiking across Northern California. And it’s not the flu.

Student Health said that the virus has some symptoms similar to the common cold.
outside student health center

Need off-campus mental health support? Here’s what to know

Off-campus mental health resources include a 24/7 hotline, outpatient therapy and an intensive outpatient program.
Engemann Student Health Center, 2025

Student Health expands its toxic stress screenings

Students scheduling physical check-up appointments are now asked about adverse childhood experiences.

Student Health uses AI to transcribe conversations, cut down on paperwork

Nabla’s AI listens during patient visits and generates notes, assessment plans and patient instructions for providers.

Student Health urges students to discuss healthy communication, consent

CARE-SC and student groups have hosted discussions, training and presentations on topics such as substance abuse disorder treatments and beverage spiking.

Panel of experts discuss mental health resources

The topics covered religious groups, physical education and occupational therapy.
Rethink the Drink was created by Student Health after analyzing data from the Student Well-Being Index Survey.

Student Heath urges students to Rethink the Drink

Over 125 students have signed up for the new text message-based mindfulness program.

CDC changes vaccine guidance for COVID-19, MMRV vaccines

Chief Campus Health Officer Dr. Sarah Van Orman called the new guidelines “strange.”
Engemann Student Health Center on a sunny day.

Student Health confirms COVID vaccine availability amid federal scrutiny

New federal vaccination guidance created uncertainties about how most Americans can get their COVID-19 vaccines this fall.

Student Health sees surge in COVID cases

The Aug. 27 decision marks the end of widespread COVID vaccine availability for the public.