Trauma-Informed Schools: Helping Traumatized Students Succeed
Trauma comes in many forms, from living in extreme poverty or neglect, to experiencing difficult events like bullying, school shootings, community violence, or physical or sexual violence, to divorce or death of a loved one. In recent years, societal shifts have highlighted additional sources of trauma, such as cyberbullying and online harassment, climate-related disasters, and […]
How to Implement Prevention Education on Your Campus
Effective prevention education is one of the most impactful ways schools and learning communities can create a safe, supportive, and secure learning environment. Data consistently shows that classroom- and school-based prevention education, when following best practices, significantly reduces high-risk behaviors among young people. At 3rd Millennium Classrooms, our prevention education courses are designed to engage […]
4 Ways Your College Can Support Mental Health & Boost Student Success
5 Reasons Why Training Staff for Title IX Matters
More than 50 years ago, Title IX was enacted. The federal civil rights law continues to play a vital role in protecting people from sex-based discrimination, including sexual harassment, sexual assault, stalking, and more. Despite its half century existence, many people aren’t fully aware of the rights under Title IX. As the law continues to […]
Drinking in Greek Life: 5 Things Colleges Can Do
Fraternities have long been a significant aspect of college life for many students, often representing an important tradition passed down through generations. For some, joining Greek Life is as integral to the college experience as academics.
The Lowdown on Medical Amnesty Laws: Why Educating College Students Matters
Unfortunately, there is a stigma attached to alcohol and drug-related emergencies. Students may hesitate to seek help due to concerns about judgment or reputational damage— especially if they are underage drinking. They are often afraid, ashamed or they simply don’t know who to call in the face of these emergencies. According to the Medical Amnesty […]
3 Things to Keep in Mind as a Bystander of Sexual Assault
Sexual assault is a serious issue that affects millions of people every year. As a bystander, it can be difficult to know when and how to intervene in a situation where someone is being sexually assaulted. In this blog post, we will discuss three main points to consider when deciding whether to intervene as a […]
The Relationship Between Alcohol and Sexual Assault on College Campus
Both binge drinking and sexual assault are major issues for many colleges and universities nationwide. At least one half of sexual assault involves alcohol consumption. While alcohol consumption doesn’t cause sexual assault, it can play a major contributing role.
Facts About Bullying You Need to Know
Bullying is a harmful behavior that affects many students. In light of Bullying Prevention Month, here are some fast facts on bullying:
How to Prevent Alcohol Abuse in College Student Athletes
With high pressures to perform both in the game and in the classroom, student athletes have an unfortunately high alcohol abuse rate. With a work-hard, play-hard culture and unique social environments and peer pressures, student athletes are more likely to report heavy episodic drinking and subscribe to high-risk drinking as part of college party culture.