The Crucial First Weeks of College: Addressing Underage Drinking
The first six to ten weeks of college are the most crucial for freshmen. While a student’s participation in underage drinking does not necessarily predict their academic future, it certainly has an impact on it. The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) estimates that about 1,519 college students ages 18 to 24 die from […]
The Misuse of Adderall Continues to Skyrocket
Adderall is a highly misused prescription medication, particularly among college students. This addictive stimulant exhibits effects similar to that of cocaine and can have just as extreme withdrawal symptoms, as well. With finals coming up, the number of students taking Adderall is at an all-time high, and so are the addiction rates.
Substance Use of NCAA Athletes
As March Madness takes over our news feeds, college athletes are once again in the national spotlight. With this focused attention, these student athletes are often under extra pressure, especially when it comes to alcohol and drug use. Fortunately, a recent study from the NCAA has found some positive and promising findings about athletic substance […]
How Much Does Your Hangover Cost?
In short: $249 billion dollar a year. According to a recent study by the Center for Disease Control (CDC), that’s the country’s bill for excessive alcohol use each year. However, findings suggest that the true cost of excessive drinking may be even higher than estimated due to the underreporting or unavailability of information on alcohol.
Sexual Assault Awareness During Spring Break
Sunday marked the two-year anniversary of the launch NOMORE.org, a campaign that works to bring awareness and ultimately an end to sexual assault and domestic violence.
Alcohol-Wise Results Show Significantly Lower Participation in Drinking Games for First-Year College Students
We’ve heard it all before – the justifying voice of American society that tells us drinking games at parties are just a normal part of college life… but are they? During what is considered the most crucial time period of adjustment for first-year college students (e. g. the first six to ten weeks of their freshman year), […]
Voluntary vs. Mandatory: Alcohol Awareness Courses Among First-Year College Students
College freshmen experience a number of transitional issues as they venture away from parental supervision into the world of free choice, especially as those decisions pertain to alcohol use. More often than not, research has shown that alcohol misuse and alcohol-related behaviors have a negative impact on a college student’s academic success.
Know Before You Owe
January, Senator Richard Durbin (D, IL) introduced The Know Before You Owe Act of 2013 to the Senate. America has already passed $1 trillion in student loan debt, and 52% of students aren’t taking full advantage of federal loans available to them. He believes it’s time to change that.
NIAAA College Alcohol Policies
There is no doubt that drinking on college campuses is widespread. Whether it be at parties, tailgates, bars, or other events, alcohol can be easily found in a seemingly endless supply. Throw in the fact that many students are away from home, and their parents, for the first time in their lives, and this can […]
Common Title IX Investigation Mistakes
Title IX is a federal law that prohibits sexual discrimination of any kind under education programs or activities that are receiving Federal financial assistance. This civil right bans sex-based discrimination, which includes sexual harassment and sexual violence. As Title IX is a federal civil right, it automatically protects any individual who reports sexual harassment or […]
