"Beakers" utility vehicle branded for the Health Education Resource Office parked in front of Watkins Memorial Health Center

Welcome to the Health Education Resource Office

The Health Education Resource Office (HERO) is a source for KU community wellness through partnerships that support innovative approaches toward optimal health while maximizing academic and professional success.

Healthy Hawks Thrive!

Did You Know?

70%
of KU students that drink had 4 or fewer drinks the last time they partied
60%
of KU students have never used tobacco or nicotine delivery products
81%
of KU students used a method to prevent pregnancy the last time they had vaginal intercourse

Upcoming Events

HERO in the News

Panhellenic council introducing Narcan training, KU sororities included

The Panhellenic council will introduce Narcan training for sororities campus-wide in the upcoming months.

Reproductive Rights: Kansas and the Region in Broader Context

This fall, The Commons will host a series of discussions that highlight the complexities of reproductive justice. The first event will take place at 5:30 p.m.

Gaypril events to celebrate queer and trans students at KU

A Sex Positivity Art Show opens at 9 a.m. on Monday, April 18, at the Kansas Union Gallery and will be available to view through the end of April.

This KU initiative prevents unexpected periods -- period.

There are currently 50 restrooms across 21 buildings on campus providing free menstrual products.