University of Missouri

PASS Alliance

PASS stands for Peers Advocating Smoke-free Solutions. We are a peer education program that promotes awareness of the dangers of second-hand smoke. PASS peers work to decrease smoking and exposure to secondhand smoke in our community through education, advocacy, and community involvement.

PASS students encourage their peers to learn about the many health risks attributed to second-hand smoke, the lies used by the tobacco industry to recruit new smokers, and how to take advantage of cessation services available on our campus. PASS students also work with campus and community leaders to advocate for healthy smoke-free environments.

Who are PASS peer educators?
PASS peers are undergraduate students who receive extensive training in community education, advocacy, and involvement.

What does PASS do?

• EDUCATION: PASS educators present interactive programs on tobacco such as Tobacco Jeopardy. PASS provides educational pamphlets, articles, websites, and other information to promote awareness of the dangers of tobacco products and how to access resources available for those who want to quit. You may come to the Student Health Center or Wellness Resource Center at any time to obtain resources, inquire about involvement, or to talk to someone if you are thinking of quitting.
• INVOLVEMENT: PASS peers collaborate with other peer groups to promote awareness on campus and in the community. They sponsor and participate in activities such as educational tabling at health fairs, twilight festivals, and the Great American Smokeout.
• ADVOCACY: PASS peers collaborate with the Local Health Promotion Office located on the 4th floor of the Student Health Center. Please, visit the office to request your program.
• PLEASE REQUEST YOUR PROGRAM AT LEAST TWO WEEKS IN ADVANCE. We are a relatively new organization, and the advance notice gives us time to coordinate.

How do I apply to be a PASS peer educator?
PASS is always looking for enthusiastic, motivated students interested in learning about and promoting healthy lifestyle choices. If you are interested in becoming a peer educator, you may:

• Pick up an application at the Wellness Resource Center or A022 Brady Commons
• Contact Tiffany Bowman at 884-9504 or Devin Lammy at 882-1753.