We’re in college to get an education, but thoughts of sex keep interfering with my studies. I’m not alone.

Distractions often lead me into sexual relationships, which have both hurt and helped me in the past.

My problem is that potential partners are usually not sexually informed. If the mind is the most important erogenous zone, why is it that so many of us avoid informing ourselves?

We are embarrassed or ashamed.

Internet porn sites, Cosmopolitan, or an evangelical preacher are not great places to find guidance either. You should visit the Student Health Center for information and sexually transmitted disease testing. Before that, you should listen to yourself and your partner.

Next time you’re “in the mood,” share sexual histories with your partner. If he or she can’t remember the first names of their conquests , you might want to reconsider being intimate.

Sex is healthy, good exercise and the most enjoyable activity I’ve encountered; other than skydiving. It is even better when approached responsibly.

Sex is a risk like driving your car. Wear a seat belt (condom), read road signs (body language), and observe surroundings (that dated lava lamp already bubbling on the nightstand). Wherever we have desire, we have to weigh the risks.

Society places such moral judgment on a little three-letter word.Sex is demonized by religious fanatics. They say it is immoral.

Despite constitutional guarantees for free choice of moral and cultural preferences, societal acceptance of religious ideals is taking over, and the rest of us are suffering.

We are sexual beings from birth to death, and it is perfectly natural to have sexual desire.

Sexual freedom doesn’t mean freedom from religious condemnation, but we should end irrational feelings of embarrassment and walk into a clinic to get tested. I see it as moral to take responsibility for yourself. The potential to harm others, if you are careless, is massive.

Common diseases associated with sex are often symptom free. If you have had sex, you could be at serious risk and not even know it.

Over 10 million people are infected with STD’s each year, according to Planned Parenthood research. Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Herpes, Human Immuno-deficiency Virus and Human Papilloma Virus are some of them.

Herpes, HIV and HPV have no cures. If you get them, you have them for life. Also, Herpes and HPV can be contracted just by touching skin to skin, without penetration.

Condoms can certainly help reduce risks, but nothing can protect you 100 percent from catching an STD if you’re sexually active. We’ve all heard it before–wear a condom. Ladies, this is up to you because experience tells me that most guys won’t wear one unless you force the issue.

Guys, she could look and smell good but you never know what disease she might carry. You’re best not left unprotected, don’t thank your booty-call with a disease.

The Student Health Center does testing, gives out free condoms and can provide you with a full reproductive health evaluation.

No joke. It’s important to moderate your behavior. Excess is harmful.

Enjoying our sexuality is a natural part of life. It can be healthy and satisfying if you act responsibly.

Put trust in yourself, not completely in others. The evangelist and a drunken frat boy could each lead you astray in their own special ways.

Let’s face it, people aren’t always honest. Choose to take precaution for yourself.

Sex shouldn’t be a dirty word or a filthy deed. It should be enjoyed. It can be a great way to express oneself.

This doesn’t mean sex is for everyone. People who choose to abstain from sex shouldn’t feel pressured if they aren’t comfortable. This is a very personal decision.

Risks are everywhere, not only with sex. It’s up to you to decide which risks are worth it.Does Angela have you hot or bothered?Send comments to [email protected]