This study explores the phenomenon of interpersonal violence associated with alcohol abuse and sorority membership at a midsized state university in the West. Using Millennial theory as the conceptual framework, 180 reflection papers from women in two sororities were analyzed using qualitative content analysis to determine how they applied harm…

Parents of today's college students bring unique experiences to the academic journey. They support extended parenting into the college years, demonstrate commitment and knowledge as prevention specialists with regards to their son or daughter's safety, and value the opportunity for partnerships to be developed with the institution of their child's…

Building on the promise of interactive, multimedia education, this evaluation study examines an alcohol abuse prevention program, AlcoholEdu, delivered through an interactive Web-based format for the purpose of reducing the harm associated with student alcohol abuse. The study uses a clustered, randomly assigned post-test only evaluation design…

With heightened visibility of alcohol on campuses come previously unasked questions raised by an ethical analysis of alcohol use and abuse. These questions deal with how Americans will respond to effects of alcohol on campus and to the subtle ethical issues involved, and how alcohol will be understood and used. (BEF)

Reports on a nationwide sample of 52 colleges and universities examining the relationship between students' self-reported drinking patterns and problems and college administrator's perceptions of those problems, and the existence of campus alcohol policies, programs, and services. Results show little relationship between the three factors.…

Offers views on three issues important to campus alcohol policy: (1) teaching responsible drinking; (2) operating campus pubs; and (3) raising the legal drinking age. Asserts that carefully considered decisions are needed to help establish normative behavior. (Author/NB)

In response to the lowered age of majority, colleges must take some responsibility for the drinking patterns and alcohol knowledge of their students. A test, designed for use with those 14 years old and up, is presented as a learning technique for a unit on alcohol and its abuse. Emphasis is on discussion of responses. (Author/CJ)

This is a program model for responsible decision-making on alcohol use. The intent is to encourage a philosophy about alcoholic beverages using a consistent example of moderate use. Moral implications are left to the individual. Drinking is not viewed as proof of adulthood, virility, or social acceptibility. (Author/BEF)

Examined changes that occurred in alcohol consumption, alcohol knowledge, and alcohol-related problems among students attending major university between 1983 and 1988. Analyzed data from 353 questionnaires collected in 1983 and 254 in 1988. In spite of alcohol awareness program and change in state law raising drinking age to 21 in 1985, found no…

Attempts to assess current alcohol-policy changes on campus and their possible implications for student personnel administrators. Reports results from completed surveys (N=600) on alcohol policy. Makes recommendations based on findings from the study. (Author/ABB)

Formation of the Indiana University Alcohol Education Task Force brought together university students, staff, and faculty to discuss possible campus drinking problems and to plan, implement and evaluate an alcohol awareness program for students. The program appears effective in increasing knowledge about alcohol for at least a three month period.…

Conducted study to explore the connection between unprotected sex with multiple partners and the use of alcohol and other drugs among college students (n=2,174). Findings were translated into recommendations for combining elements of alcohol-drug and human immunodeficiency virus Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome prevention programs. (Author/NB)

Studied frequency of alcohol usage in university disciplinary cases. Listed offenses in which alcohol consumption may have been a factor and reviewed individual student discipline records. Results indicated that a high percentage of total student offenses were alcohol-related. Describes an alcohol awareness workshop. (RC)

A survey of 329 chief student affairs offices was conducted at colleges and universities throughout the country to examine current administrative practices regarding alcohol risk management on college campuses. The survey focused on four major areas: policy, procedures, intervention, and education. (TE)

Heavy drinking continues to be a nationally recognized problem on college campuses. This article describes how student affairs professionals play a pivotal role in identifying and referring these students for relevant services. A five-step model for alcohol screening, advising, and referral is described using motivational enhancement strategies.