Let’s talk about sex!

Peer Health Educators strive on campus to keep the community healthy. From their section “Sex and Chocolate” came Monday night’s event, “Ask the Sexperts.” A panel of specialists fielded questions the audience anonymously wrote down prior to the question and answer session.

Game tables were set up and each winning audience member was given a raffle ticket for a drawing. There was an opportunity to win prizes such as a movie night and 10 dollar gift cards to El Serrano and Ruby Tuesdays. A chocolate fondue fountain and other light refreshments were offered.

The panel consisted of five people: Licensed psychologist Dr. Hill, Peer Educator Stephanie Capellupo, Millersville’s Nurse Practitioner Jenny, the Counseling Center’s Dr. O’Neill, and Assistant Biology Professor Dr. Dagit.

The questions asked covered topics that many peopleare uncertain of. They disproved rumor that certain foods can increase the sex drive. Dr. Dagit explained that women can only conceive around day 14 of their menstrual cycle. However, sperm can live for 72 hours in the vagina so if ovulation occurs 24 hours later, conception is possible.

Magnum condoms were brought up as well. Dr. O’Neill said they are “about ego, not penis size.” Capellupo said, “the difference is mostly in penile width, not length.”

Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) was brought up as well. When it comes to telling a partner you have an STI, Jenny said “the basis is you just need to be honest.” While condoms are not 100 percent effective, Dagit advised “still don’t give up on condoms. I am a huge fan.” Testing for Chlamydia and other STIs is free on campus. If you fear you have a STI, contact Health Services.

Peer Health Educators work on campus to help students live a healthy life. They are currently hiring, so stop by the Montour house to apply.