Next Steps with the Campus Climate Survey Data

Nothing can be as exciting as seeing data from the Campus Climate Survey for the first time.
Teens and Dating Violence

No one is immune to dating violence. In fact, there are multiple risk factors for both guys and gals alike. One in three teens in the U.S. is a victim of physical, sexual, emotional or verbal abuse from a dating partner. According to LoveIsRespect.org, violent behavior typically begins between the ages of 12 and 18. As […]
Recurrent Red Zone Indicates Colleges Still Have a Long Way to Go in Preventing Sexual Assaults

Each year on the third Thursday of September, the nation’s largest anti-sexual assault organization (The Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network, or RAINN) strives to raise awareness about sexual violence on college campuses. This Thursday, September 17th, is national RAINN Day. The annual program was specifically designed to “empower college students to educate their peers about […]
Alcohol Awareness: April as a Month of Educational Empowerment

The National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependencies (NCADD) established Alcohol Awareness Month in 1987 to combat the nation’s number one public health problem, alcoholism. Alcohol Awareness Month aims to help correct social norms by encouraging, educating and empowering individuals and communities on alcoholism and recovery. Designating a month of awareness provides the opportunity for all branches of […]
What is Domestic Violence?

Domestic violence is intentional violent or aggressive behavior. Forms of domestic violence include intimidation, physical assault, battery, sexual assault, and other abusive behaviors. Domestic violence is often used as a means of power and control typically by one intimate partner against another. This includes physical violence, sexual violence, psychological violence, and emotional abuse, and its […]
Stay Safe this Fourth of July

The peak in alcohol sales is trending back downward as states start lifting stay-at-home restrictions and we move into the re-opening phase. That’s the good news. Traditionally, July 4th is a big drinking day, so even with social distancing, for many around the nation, alcohol will be involved.
Tips for Internet Safety Month

June is Internet Safety Month, and we’d like to highlight some tips for parents and educators.
What are Depressants?

How do depressants work? Depressants work on the nervous system, “depressing” the nervous system and lowering the body’s basic functions and brain activity. They slow down the neurotransmitters that allow your brain to communicate with the rest of the nerves in your body. This usually results in a feeling of relaxation, drowsiness, or mellowness. Depressants […]
Alcohol and Binge Drinking in College

Binge drinking is a common problem on many college and university campuses. Many college students see alcohol consumption as a normal part of partying and college life. They see drinking as a way to explore their newfound freedom and independence. However, harmful drinking and underage drinking can pose serious risks to students’ health, safety, and […]
Course Highlight: Other Drugs

Other Drugs is an intervention offered by 3rd Millennium Classrooms for students with current or past experiences with illicit drugs and/or prescription misuse. It can be used as a prevention course, especially for younger populations who may be faced with peer pressure to start using illicit prescription drugs. Other Drugs covers the main drug classes of: […]