New partnership to make contraception accessible on campus
Sophomore Chloe Rotonda (pictured) first reached out to President Eighmy with information about PRJKTRUBY.
February 7, 2023
Four months ago, UTSA Wellbeing Services partnered up with Project Ruby to make contraceptive services more convenient and accessible for students at UTSA. Project Ruby (PRJKTRUBY) is an online platform where individuals can obtain affordable contraceptive services without sacrificing their rights to privacy and confidentiality.
Through PRJKTRUBY’s easy-to-use website, users can schedule a same-day telehealth consultation with a doctor and receive a three-month supply of birth control in just a few days. Regardless of your insurance status, their service offers three months of birth control for $20 per month and emergency contraception for $50, shipped in discreet packaging directly to your house for no extra cost. Users can also use the promo code “MYCHOICE2022” to get $10 off of their first purchase.
“I read an article [this past summer] about how some women were choosing which colleges to attend based on whether abortion is prohibited in that state,” Chloe Rotonda, a 10th-grade student in New York who reached out to UTSA regarding PRJKTRUBY’s services, explained. “I started in states that have the strictest abortion laws, and I identified [UTSA] as a campus with at least 30,000 students, so I wrote [to] the president, Dr. Taylor Eighmy, and he connected me with [UTSA Wellbeing Services].”
Working alongside Wellbeing Education Coordinator Jamie Singh, Chloe was able to spread the word about PRJKTRUBY to students at UTSA, providing at least 85 students with monthly contraceptive packages thus far.
“I truly believe that women should not feel limited when applying to colleges, and I really appreciate how private PRJKTRUBY is; you can have [contraceptives] mailed directly to your dorm room,” Rotonda said. “I want [women] to feel that their education matters, and … to realize that it’s their choice.”
Furthermore, PRJKTRUBY has committed to improving access to contraception in the United States and developing countries. The service takes 25 cents from every order and uses it to help spread birth control and emergency contraceptives worldwide.
In developing countries, PRJKTRUBY accomplishes this by working with Population Services International (PSI), a nonprofit global health organization dedicated to addressing health challenges impacting people around the world, including sexual and reproductive health. In the United States, PRJKTRUBY utilizes a 501c3 organization called Power to Decide, whose mission is to prevent unplanned pregnancies.
You can schedule your free consultation for contraceptive services or learn more about PRJKTRUBY and its impact at http://www.prjktruby.com.
Gabby M • Feb 14, 2023 at 1:41 pm
Hi Jamie,
Such a great program while helping people. Also, I went to your Wellbeing Services website for the first time as a result of Jessica’s story and I previously did not know you have all of these services available to me. Thanks. Gabby
I’d like to note to my fellow students that Jamie Singh Wellbeing Services include information and help with:
– Preventative Sexual Health Resources
– Domestic Violence
– Suicide Prevention
– Faculty and Staff Resources
– LGBTQIA+ Resources
– Recovery Resources
– Lactation Rooms
– Veterans Resources
Thanks again Jamie – happy that I found this
Dr. Gomez • Feb 13, 2023 at 8:53 am
My daughter attends The University of Texas at San Antonio and she asked my advice on taking either Lutera or Cryselle generics, of which my response was to have the telehealth appointment and ask the doctor. She did this and decided on which birth control to order. I am paying for her a flat $20 per month she manages everything online, she talked to a doctor, got her prescription and it was sent directly to her dorm.
She also explained that for every purchase it helps women in developing countries and the US gain access to birth control.
This is great for the UTSA community. Thank you to the Wellbeing Services on campus and knowing my daughter is in good hands. Dr. Gomez
GammaPhi2024 • Feb 13, 2023 at 12:42 am
I didn’t know much about emergency contraception, which I found out at 2AM to be a safe way to prevent pregnancy after my boyfriend and I had sex. Some work better than others. I was not and did not get an IUD. However, I did like the idea about morning after pill. I had to take it within 5 days. I couldn’t call my mom or dad, and I went to our Wellbeing Services website for UTSA. Thank god!. I clicked on Project Ruby and signed up, had an online doctor visit and I received the pill on Wednesday after I called on Monday. I was nervous, but relieved and I stayed safe, anonymous as well as my parents did not find out. I did tell my sorority sisters about and we are spreading the word. I never trusted much of the university staff until then. Now I am thankful. I hope more women learn about it. Love you all. Haven’t told anyone I used it, but just how it is out there.
Sophie • Feb 11, 2023 at 11:31 pm
Hi Jessica,
It was really cool of you to write about this. I was already on birth control, and I changed to this after reading about the donation that goes to help other women that may not be able to afford emergency contraception or birth control. This is my small step at making the world a better place. I feel that the women of UTSA are joining together and we are creating a better world.
I feel like y’all helped our community. Have a nice weekend. Sophie
Lisa M. • Feb 10, 2023 at 6:55 am
Awesome and thanks Jamie!! This website is what I send my girlfriends after we have private supportive discussions together. So far, we all had great experiences and continue to receive easy access to any and all contraceptive services from Project Ruby.
I found everything I needed to know and the link to PRJKT Ruby at the UTSA website, go to Wellbeing Services.
Thank you to Chloe Rotonda, in New York. I hope she will be visiting us here in Texas.
Lisa
D. Anderson • Feb 9, 2023 at 9:06 pm
I need to come out and thank Jamie Singh of the USTA Wellbeing Services for intelligently and compassionately making this available for me online and discrete. It was 3AM when I reviewed my options and I trusted Project Ruby as did The USTA Wellbeing Services. Jamie and Dr. Eighmy, President are helping change the world by promoting a great cause. I really appreciate you both. Also, thank you to the young girl from New York Trinity School, Chloe Rotonda for bringing this idea to Dr. Eighmy and Jaie Singh. I hope more women become aware of this solution and choice.
Lauren • Feb 9, 2023 at 7:45 pm
I did not want to ask my mother how to get birth control.
I found Project Ruby and it allowed me to obtain this myself.
I must admit that the customer service people was always available and there were patient with any concerns and questions I had. The doctor has also always well informed and professional. My prescription always arrives on time without a hassle. I’ve been using this for 2 months now and plan to keep it this way. Thank you for helping me find a way.
Michelle • Feb 9, 2023 at 7:22 am
Thanks Jamie and thanks also Chloe for this and you helped me.
Sarah • Feb 9, 2023 at 7:08 am
Thank you for a valuable service that is confidential. The doctor visit was nice and informative, they asked if I have any questions and how I am doing. I feel that they understand the seriousness of the current climate in certain areas and respect the privacy concerns for those of us stuck in these places. Aside from the amazing doctors, the whole website is easy to use and getting refills are a breeze. I feel good knowing that while I am getting help, someone else is also getting help thanks to your donations. 10/10 would recommend you guys to everyone!