Phillips Exeter Academy

Health and Human Development

New Hall

The newest dormitory also houses the state-of-the-art classrooms and our Heath and Human Development classes.

Angels on demand

A student group is dedicated to promoting good habits and self-care to peers.

Featured Courses
HHD502

A Study of Human
Sexuality

Through reading, research and discussion students will study the biological, psychological and sociological aspects of human sexuality while considering the political, ethical, legal, historical and cultural forces that shape human sexual behavior.

 

HHD503

The Philosophy and Science of Optimal Health

How can we best manage life’s competing challenges? How should we measure success? What are the most effective means to enhance one’s capabilities, strengths and health status?

 

HHD504

The Human Pursuit of Euphoria

Explore the use of mind-altering substances throughout history, across cultures and within subcultures of the U.S.

Michelle C. Soucy
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Instructor in Health Education

Courtney M. Shaw
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Chair of the Department of Health Education

Brandon D. Thomas
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Instructor in Health Education

Exeter Stories

Our work must be seen and felt as genuine and coming from a place of sincere care and safety.

Christina Palmer, Director of Student Well-Being

Living and learning: 4,000 square feet of new academic space

Read an excerpt from Body Songs, the hybrid-nonfiction book written by Emma Zimmerman, the 2023-24 George Bennett Fellow.