Judgment-Free. Health-Focused. Always Here.
Mission
SHOP is your go-to spot for health-related information, real conversations, and personal growth. Whether you bump into us around campus (we pop up all over!) or visit our office at Porter College, we provide a safe, judgment-free space to explore your health and well-being. Using a public health approach, we empower individuals and our community to make informed decisions that positively impact overall wellness.
SHOP Services
SHOP offers a wide range of services to support UCSC students in maintaining their health and well-being. From wellness coaching and interactive workshops to tabling at campus events, we’re here to help you thrive. Our peer education teams share resources and support on harm reduction, safer sex, and overall well-being—making it easier to be informed, stay healthy, and feel connected.
Well-Being at UCSC
Wellness is something you control and part of your well-being. Think of wellness as an action you take to feel better on a day-to-day basis that leads to better well-being. External factors, like where you live, can affect your well-being, too. SHOP supports students by promoting skills that you can use to thrive at UCSC and beyond.
Sexual Health
Our highly trained student peer educators, working alongside professional staff, are the heart of our sexual health efforts at SHOP. The Slug Love team promotes reproductive and sexual health through workshops, campus events, the Condom Co-Op, Birth Control Patrol (contraception support), and information on DIY STI testing.
Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drugs
At SHOP, we believe you can have a fun, social college experience while staying safe. That means partying responsibly, avoiding binge drinking or dangerous substance combinations, and looking out for yourself and others. We’re here to offer honest, factual, and non-judgmental support.
Learn about alcohol, tobacco, and other drug-related information
Harm Reduction & Recovery
The Cove is an inclusive space for students in recovery from alcohol and/or other drugs and anyone interested in or supporting recovery. Our diverse group represents a range of ages and sobriety experiences and is supported by UCSC staff, faculty, and community members.
