Vandal Health Education

Vandal Health Education (VHE) connects students with essential health resources on campus and in the Moscow community. Whether you're looking for support with mental health, physical wellness, nutrition, recovery or safety, VHE is here to help.

Part of U of I’s Recreation and Wellbeing team, VHE empowers students to make informed choices and build habits that support lifelong wellness. Through workshops, outreach and events, we promote a safe, inclusive and healthy campus environment for all Vandals.

VHE services

VHE offers a wide range of services to support your overall wellbeing, including:

• Health and wellness programming, including vaccine clinics, cooking demonstrations, public health events and nutrition counseling.
• Mental health education, featuring workshops and trainings such as QPR Suicide Prevention and Mental Health First Aid.
• Student support resources, covering topics like nutrition, sexual health, substance use and campus safety.
• Opportunities to get involved, including volunteering as a Wellbeing Ambassador or applying for the Peer-Educator Internship Program to earn academic credit.

Learn more about VHE and explore upcoming events on Inside U of I.

Meet the VHE team

Emily Tuschhoff, M.S., C.H.E.S.
Associate Director, Programs and Wellbeing Initiatives
emilyt@uidaho.edu

Amanda Ferstead, M.P.H., M.A., M.S., C.H.E.S.
Assistant Director, Health Promotion
amandaf@uidaho.edu

Erin Bacon, M.S., C.H.E.S.
Coordinator, Alcohol and Other Drug Program
ebacon@uidaho.edu