ADDRESSING THE SEXUAL AND REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH EDUCATION GAP IN THE US

The goal of the Seggs Library App is to tackle the sexual and reproductive health education gap in the US. Only 29 states require any form of sex education and the gap in education is growing due to the recent overturning of Roe v. Wade, a lack of consensus on the issues, and the absence of federal guidelines. The Capstone team interviewed undergraduate students across the country and sexual health professionals. The team found that many students feel that their education provided them with a good understanding of anatomy and biological changes–however, their education often fell short on topics such as relationships and intimacy, and failed to provide access to helpful resources. The team also found that many students only sought out sexual health information when prompted by their personal lives. To address this issue, the team designed the Seggs Library App as a sexual health platform for students to access information and resources that are inclusive, age appropriate, and medically accurate. This solution can help students become more confident, informed, and heard as they enter new relationships.