Catherine Rivera

Catherine Rivera

Catherine is a student at Stanford University. She is studying Human Biology with a concentration in Global Public Adolescent and Reproductive Health. She has a passion for reproductive health, advocacy, social media, and communication.

Emergency Contraception: Coming to a Vending Machine Near You!

Catherine Rivera

Students at Shippensburg University are able to purchase emergency contraception, condoms,and pregnancy tests from a vending machine, but the media and government backlash threatens the university's promotion of safer sex and the sexual health of their students.

Teen Immaturity Is Not the Problem with Plan B. The Immaturity of Politicians Is.

Catherine Rivera

Teenagers already get around the legal barriers that exist and will continue existing in accessing emergency contraception. While these steps showcase their maturity to be able to safely and smartly take emergency contraception, we should not have to force teenagers to go around the system to access a pill they need in a timely manner.