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For Faculty Members
- Know the types of behavior changes that may indicate a student is having alcohol-related problems.
- Know your campus resources. You are on the front line and have an on-going relationship with your students.
- Call the Counseling Center with a student; follow up.
- Be available to talk, ask questions of the AOD Committee. Be confident enough to make a referral.
- Read for hints on how to approach students who might be experiencing AOD issues. Visit the counseling center website for tips at www.oneonta.edu/development/counseling.
- Be aware of assumptions about student alcohol use.
- Hold classes on Halloween, St. Patrick's Day, and Fridays.
- Reinforce Social Norms
- Use Don't Cancel That Class.
- Give credit to students who attend an appropriate class-related campus prevention event.
- Support existing programming
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What you as a student can do to make your college experience worth it
- Know the truth about your surroundings. Do not make assumptions about the rate of alcohol and drug use.
- Challenge your self without overworking yourself! A healthy balance of academic coursework and extra-curricular activities is key in becoming a well-rounded student.
- Get involved! It is a great way to meet people. The College offers numerous activities and volunteer organizations to give you a memorable experience and the opportunity to help others.
- Communicate with your roommates to establish guidelines and consideration for one another.
- Finding healthy methods of stress relief will help with the transition to college.
- Ask for help if things get a little too out of hand.
What family members can do to assist their students
- Set clear and realistic expectations regarding your student’s academic performance
- Have an ongoing conversation about alcohol and drugs and ask them to read and discuss the student section below.
- Prepare your student for the actual versus assumed college “norms”.
- Encourage students to stand up for their rights to a safe academic environment
- Encourage your student to take responsibility for their actions.
- Encourage your student to find healthy ways to deal with change and stress at college.
- Check on how they are spending their time on key high risk dates such as birthdays and holidays.
- Encourage involvement with college activities and volunteer opportunities.
- Speak with the student giving specific examples of the behavior if you do have a concern about drinking or drugging.
- Be aware of the counseling services available at the College Counseling Center (607 436-3368).
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