Vaxxed or Relaxed: Flu Vaccine Perceptions and Behaviors at the University of Dayton

Authors

Presenter(s)

Kate Schreel

Comments

9:00-10:00, LTC Forum

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Description

Flu vaccination is an effective way of preventing illness, hospitalization, and death when one contracts influenza. Flu vaccination is especially important among highly populated residential areas like college campuses. This study examines the factors that influence students’ decision to receive or not receive flu vaccinations at the University of Dayton. 84 students completed the anonymous survey. The top reasons for not receiving a vaccine were: (1) it was not worth the side effects, (2) they don’t get the flu to begin with, and (3) they forgot to get it. The top reasons for receiving a vaccine were: (1) a school/work requirement, (2) to avoid sickness, and (3) to protect the public. Results show that respondents with a higher sense of belonging at the University of Dayton are more likely to receive the flu vaccination. Future efforts should focus on educating the campus population on the importance, benefits, and risks of vaccination against influenza.

Publication Date

4-23-2025

Project Designation

Capstone Project

Primary Advisor

Anya M. Galli Robertson

Primary Advisor's Department

Sociology, Anthropology, and Social Work

Keywords

Stander Symposium, College of Arts and Sciences

Institutional Learning Goals

Community

Recommended Citation

"Vaxxed or Relaxed: Flu Vaccine Perceptions and Behaviors at the University of Dayton" (2025). Stander Symposium Projects. 4123.
https://ecommons.udayton.edu/stander_posters/4123