#681
Date: Thu, 27 Jun 2002 09:31:56 -0400
From: Eric Buhi <eric.buhi@HEALTH.GATECH.EDU>
Subject: thanks and responses...
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Thanks to all who responded to my inquiry about sexual violence program
ideas for international college students. Here are some of your responses:
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Here are some quick thoughts on how you might want to approach this
presentation, based on my experience.
1.I like Kathy's suggestion and thought that if you do something similar
with overheads, that you might want to use these as handouts as well.
2.We have also had our campus public safety brochure translated into other
languages so the information is clear and understandable in the person's
primary language. Perhaps you could do the same with the handouts.
3. Another issue, which of course varies culturally, is the way in which
police are viewed, since for some other countries, the police is the
military and they are really not there to help individuals with their
problems....So we have worked with the special services unit in Penn's
public safety dept.over the years, to emphasis the particular role that
campus police play in helping individuals who have been assaulted. The key
here, of course, is having a well trained and appropriately responding
police force.... So letting international students know the key
respondents in case of assault/harassment was important. And
differentiating (if that is possible) between the police as military and
police as public servants/helpers.
4. In similar presentations I have emphasized while there may be "stigma/
shame" related ot being sexually assaulted/harassed (and this has severe
consequences fro women and their families in different cultures) and that
today, we understand how wrong it is to "blame the victim",even tho it is
culturally imposed. We discuss that it is never ok to have one's personal
space violated, regardless of degree and that there are people (like at the
PWC -women's Center) who are trained professional, who provide
"confidential" services to help women talk about their experiences,
etc.without being blamed.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Great suggestions so far. I'd add that it is also important to highlight
which resources on campus are confidential. For some internationals
(especially partners of international student/scholars) there may be a fear
that if they do anything formally their immigration status, or the status of
the perpetrator, might be at jeopardy. This often serves to keep them
silenced.
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When I was at Virginia Tech, I presented a program on sexual assault to
international students and was surprised that many of the students did not
know that in a boyfriend/girlfriend situation the woman has the right to
refuse sex. They were astounded that going ahead without her permission is
against the law. This was especially prevalent for those from middle
eastern countries.
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I get about 15 or 20 minutes at the international student orientation each
semester. One thing I've learned it's important to say is that there are
things about violence, particularly toward women, that are against the law
and very much prosecuted in the U.S. that may not be against the law in
their home country. Specifically, the ideas about sexual consent and
domestic violence. I worked on a case here a few years ago where the male
student was stunned to find out that if you ply a woman with alcohol until
she is very, very drunk that she can't be considered to have give consent.
Also, there are countries where spouse abuse is still a time honored custom
that is either not against the law or, if it is, absolutely never
prosecuted.
I am very careful about how I place this information because I don't want to
scare the international women to death in their first few days away from
home and I also am careful to phrase these warnings to make sure all the
international men don't feel accused of crimes against women.
I don't have specific materials on this. If I had time I would develop
something. I just hand out some general Women's Center materials and campus
safety materials while I stand there and talk. If you find anything
developed specifically for international students, would you let me know.
I always ask for questions, but usually there is a stunned silence when I am
done speaking. I think that many of the students never imagined the topics
coming in their orientation. The director of the international program tells
me the information is well received, but he learns that from one on one
communications later.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
I would focus on making sure they know you to be a helpful person to turn to
should they need help, let them know that your university does not tolerate
unwanted sexual behavior of any kind and make sure they know all the
resources available. Make sure they have any written materials you have
available, brochures and such. Maybe talk w/ the director of international
programs about getting a follow up session later on? Hope this helps.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Here are some of our suggestions for the International student presentation
on sexual assault/behavior.
1. Some of the issues international students would benefit from would
probably be the appropriate physical space between students. What is a
comfortable distance between two people? I know in some cultures people
would like to stand close (too close) to one another. Maybe you could tell
them what the acceptable distance in the US culture.
2. Eye contact. In the US eye contact means that you are paying attention to
another, however in some Asian cultures eye contact means that you are being
defiant therefore especially female students may display a lack of eye
contact and may (not intentionally) portray themselves as submissive. I have
heard the in France making eye contact with the opposite sex means you want
to get it on.
3. Also, you may want to address the naivety of international students.
Speaking from personal experiences, when I first came to OU there were
comments or touching (non sexual) which I was uncomfortable with but being
the polite foreign student I brushed it off. So I think that it would be
good to encourage students to be assertive of what they are comfortable with
and to let someone know when they cross that line.
Well that's all. I hope that helps. Please let us know if you have any
questions or comments.
Good Luck.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
For the last few years, I have been giving a 15-20 min. presentation on
sexual harassment for our international student orientation program. I
initially had the same concerns about approaching a difficult topic such as
this in such a short time period in a way that is both relevant and
meaningful. I am always glad for the opportunity to make some contact with
the students, however, so I agreed to do it. Here is the format I use that
has worked for me. While it is not on the same topic, I think it could be
revised to use for sexual assault also. I start out by presenting 2 -3
scenarios of situations that could be seen as ambiguous but actually all
meet the definition of sexual harassment. We spend about 5 minutes
discussing the students' perceptions and how these situations would be
viewed in their countries. I then give the U.S. definition, discuss
(quickly) ways to protect oneself (including campus resources) and ways to
create a safe environment/avoid engaging in harassing behaviors. I have to
be careful to limit discussion and not linger on information but have been
able to keep it within this limited time frame. I also use overhead
transparencies to more quickly transmit information. I hope this is useful
to you.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
when we have done this kind of presentation previously, we have focused it
and called it "sexual violence in the united states" and talked about
American media, culture, role of alcohol/other drugs, assertiveness and
individual risk reduction, being an ally for prevention, and resources on
campus for victims. we also do a separate presentation regarding safer sex
info and resources, since some of them (not all) have never had this type of
info/access to birth control or STD preventive methods before.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
I have been an international student myself for 10 years but I have not
participated in any sexual violence program offered on campus while I was a
student. I am happy to see that someone is targeting especially the
international students for such an important public health issue. I think
it will be difficult to tailor your program according to the various
ethnicities and religions, because there is so much variation. On the other
hand, I think all of international students understand the concept of
sexual violence and would like to learn more about it. I have two
recommendations for you. Make sure your audience understands the
concepts/terminology you will be using; this might be especially important
if you are targeting freshman students, so find out how many of your
audience are newcomers or "older" students . Also I think it will be useful
to meet with a small group of international students representing the major
cultural and religious groups before your presentation!
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
my experience with the human sexuality class has been that most students
don't realize what does and what does not constitute sexual violence in
different cultures (e.g., female circumcision; child marriages, etc.).
Perhaps a good use of your time would be to work on raising awareness that
due to such varied beliefs, what may not be violence in one culture, is
violence to another. That's where the sensitivity comes in...
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
We do a peer theatre presentation for the students and then follow with
a facilitation. In the facilitation we split the students by gender and
match facilitators by gender as well. The show is based on situations
that a student may encounter here - the facilitation is used to explore
how this may be different from their cultural experiences and how we can
reconcile these issues. A big emphasis is placed on recognizing what is
and is not appropriate (and legal) in the US. With men I usually find
it necessary to discuss the women saying no and meaning it issue.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Focus on the American prospective. And let them know that you are focusing
on that prospective. Tell them was is acceptably behavior and talk about the
behaviors that are not acceptable in the American culture. Talk from
your/our experience, not from what other cultures experience.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~
What I have sometimes done is begin with some American-based information,
and asked how that compares with what has gone on in their home country.
Eric Buhi, MPH, CHES
Assistant Director and Health Educator
Georgia Tech Wellness Center
275 5th Street NW
Atlanta, Georgia 30332-0470
404-385-0375
www.wellness.gatech.edu
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#682
Date: Thu, 27 Jun 2002 11:13:49 -0500
From: Michael Pejsach <healthedman@COX.NET>
Subject: Updates: Wellness and Health Promotion Database, Etc.
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Think outside of the box: allow yourself the vision of an organization that
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#683
Date: Thu, 27 Jun 2002 13:00:49 -0400
From: Isabel Burk <izzibz@EARTHLINK.NET>
Subject: student drug testing
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Dear colleagues,
An important issue has just been decided by the Supreme Court. Here is
the link to the article, and below you will find my ideas on this
subject, just published in the American School Board Journal. I would
like to hear your ideas on this, as well.
"Court OKs drug tests for students Justices rule that drug fight
outweighs privacy concerns"
http://www.msnbc.com/news/773081.asp
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I wrote a letter to the editor of the American School Board Journal
about this issue, expressing serious concerns, and it was printed in the
July issue (just out.)
Here is the text of my letter:
To the editor:
The "Up Front" Law news in the May 2002 issue concerned the Earls drug
testing case now before the Supreme court. The school district
maintains this policy is designed to help deter drug use. Earls (and
others) argue that the issue violates student privacy.
In today's world, educators must be accountable, and must look toward
research and proof of effectiveness. Instead of entering the privacy
debate, let's focus on two real issues: does student drug testing keep
youth drug-free, and is this the best route take?
Very little, if any, data supports the drug-testing premise. And
educators should know that urine screening only tests for a few drugs,
but does not test for alcohol. All the validated student drug surveys
confirm that alcohol is the overwhelming choice of drug by youth.
Shouldn't the most popular drug should be one that we test for?
In terms of drug "savvy," it's a mistake to underestimate youth. When
students are aware that they may be tested, they can make a conscious
effort to select drugs that are not included on the urine screen. Then
they don't get caught, plus they have "bragging rights" for outwitting
the drug test. It's a no-win situation for the school. High quality
urine analysis is quite expensive, especially when the testing protocol
includes medical oversight. In addition, students can find out how to
fool some urine tests by searching on the internet.
If the drug test comes back positive, what then? Who sees the results
and how will the test results be utilized? Issues of confidentiality
can be very tricky. What goes into school records? What happens to the
student?
As a drug prevention specialist, I strongly caution districts against
adopting this technique unless they have thought through the entire
procedure, estimating time, cost, personnel deployment and complex
testing procedures. In my opinion, drug testing may not be the most
cost effective means of keeping youth free of drugs.
Sincerely,
Isabel Burk
(I am a New York State Credentialed Prevention Professional and a
Certified Health Education Specialist who consults with schools and
organizations across the country.)
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Isabel Burk, M.S., CPP, CHES
(845) 638-3569
www.healthnetwork.org
E-mail: isabel@healthnetwork.org
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#684
Date: Thu, 27 Jun 2002 13:36:44 -0400
From: Nicolette Warren-White <nwwhite@LEECOUNTYNC.COM>
Subject: Social Capital
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Where can I find more information about Social Capital?
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#685
Date: Thu, 27 Jun 2002 14:05:51 -0400
From: kristie bolen <kristiebolen@HOTMAIL.COM>
Subject: Re: Social Capital
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I recently got a position at a local university and have been informed (with
little surprise) of the huge alcohol problem amongst students. Does anyone know
of good sites or good information (journals, books, etc.) that would aid in my
fight to lower the rates of problems associated with alcohol. This is a issue
that is of great concern to the dean, and she is very much in support of
anything that may help. Thanks in advance for your help!
Kristie Bolen Westmoreland
kristiebolen@hotmail.com
"God only gives us what we can handle,
I just wish he didn't trust me so much." - Mother Theresa
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Date: Thu, 27 Jun 2002 13:36:44 -0400
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#686
Date: Thu, 27 Jun 2002 13:06:04 -0500
From: "Brownson,Carol" <CBROWNSO@IM.WUSTL.EDU>
Subject: older adult health promotion
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Fellow HEDIR's:
I am leaving a health ed position at the OASIS Institute in St. Louis
and they will be looking for a new director of HealthStages, the health
promotion program for older adults that is developed by the Institute =
and
disseminated in 25 US cities. Please contact me personally if you'd like =
more
information.
Thanks, Carol
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#687
Date: Thu, 27 Jun 2002 14:46:55 EDT
From: Tracy Leibowitz <Tmleibowitz@AOL.COM>
Subject: Job Openings in Speech Pathology
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I am wondering if anyone has any suggestions or knowledge of any speech
language pathology job openings in a New Jersey hospital or health facility.
A colleague of mine is looking for a job in this area. Currently she is a
CFY (clinical fellowship year). Thank you for your time and assistance - it
is appreciated.
Sincerely,
Tracy Leibowitz
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#688
Date: Thu, 27 Jun 2002 12:12:22 -0700
From: Jim Grizzell <jvgrizzell@CSUPOMONA.EDU>
Subject: Re: Social Capital
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Hi Kristie,
Here are two places to start.
http://www.collegedrinkingprevention.gov/
http://www.edc.org/hec/
Jim
At 02:05 PM 6/27/2002 -0400, kristie bolen wrote:
>I recently got a position at a local university and have been informed
>(with little surprise) of the huge alcohol problem amongst students. Does
>anyone know of good sites or good information (journals, books, etc.) that
>would aid in my fight to lower the rates of problems associated with
>alcohol. This is a issue that is of great concern to the dean, and she is
>very much in support of anything that may help. Thanks in advance for your
>help!
>
>Kristie Bolen Westmoreland
><mailto:kristiebolen@hotmail.com>kristiebolen@hotmail.com
>"God only gives us what we can handle,
>I just wish he didn't trust me so much." - Mother Theresa
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and healing services to enhance student learning.
Jim Grizzell, MBA, MA, Certified Health Education Specialist
Lead Health Educator
Cal Poly Pomona
Co-Chair, ACHA Task Force on National Health Objectives
(909) 869-4339 - Student Health Services
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#689
Date: Thu, 27 Jun 2002 15:31:14 -0400
From: "Ghanem, Nina (NCI)" <ghanemn@MAIL.NIH.GOV>
Subject: Re: Social Capital
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Hi Kristie,
I would look at the ACHA (American College Health Assoc.) website or contact
them. They offer many resources for college binge drinking. Also, take a
look at the NIAAA (National Institute of Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism.
http://www.niaaa.nih.gov/
Nina
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NINA GHANEM, M.Ed., CHES
Communications Coordinator
Liaison Activities Branch
National Cancer Institute
National Institutes of Health
"Connecting Communities to Cancer Research"
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Hi Kristie,
Here are two places to start.
http://www.collegedrinkingprevention.gov/
http://www.edc.org/hec/
Jim
At 02:05 PM 6/27/2002 -0400, kristie bolen wrote:
>I recently got a position at a local university and have been informed
>(with little surprise) of the huge alcohol problem amongst students. Does
>anyone know of good sites or good information (journals, books, etc.) that
>would aid in my fight to lower the rates of problems associated with
>alcohol. This is a issue that is of great concern to the dean, and she is
>very much in support of anything that may help. Thanks in advance for your
>help!
>
>Kristie Bolen Westmoreland
><mailto:kristiebolen@hotmail.com>kristiebolen@hotmail.com
>"God only gives us what we can handle,
>I just wish he didn't trust me so much." - Mother Theresa
"How is your campus doing?"
U.S. Surgeon General and Assistant Secretary for Health David Satcher, MD,
PhD
in his ACHA 2000 Keynote Presentation about
the 10 Leading Health Indicators for Healthy People 2010
The mission of Student Health Services is to provide education, prevention
and healing services to enhance student learning.
Jim Grizzell, MBA, MA, Certified Health Education Specialist
Lead Health Educator
Cal Poly Pomona
Co-Chair, ACHA Task Force on National Health Objectives
(909) 869-4339 - Student Health Services
(909) 869-5272 - The Wellness Center
mailto:jvgrizzell@csupomona.edu
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#690
Date: Thu, 27 Jun 2002 12:43:06 -0700
From: Lisa Tobe <tobemeagain@HOTMAIL.COM>
Subject: Health Insurance
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Does anyone know if APHA or or Sophe has Health Insurance group plans?
Lisa Tobe, MPH
Lisa Tobe
PO Box 798
Quincy, CA 95971
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>Subject: Professional Liability Insurance
>Date: Wed, 26 Jun 2002 17:42:50 -0500
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>One of my health educator colleagues is looking for professional
>liability insurance. He was told by his insurance agent that such
>insurance is much less expensive if purchased through a professional
>organization. He contacted APHA, of which he is a member, but it's not
>available through them. Do any of you know of another source?
>
>--
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