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REAL STUDENTS, REAL LIFE, THE REAL UNIVERSITY OF TOLEDO
Office of Health Promotion
Overview
High-Risk Drinking
Definition Scope of the Problem Signs & Symptoms of Abuse
Medical Amnesty Policy
Sexual Assault Prevention
New Tobacco Policy
Resources
High-Risk Drinking
* 5 or more drinks in one sitting for men
Periodic excessive drinking characterized as:* 4 or more drinks in
one sitting for women
UT High-Risk Drinking Rates
Longitudinal Data
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UT ATOD Spring 2010 Survey
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How Does UT Compare to Other Schools?
American College Health Association – Task Force on National Health Objectives. Healthy Campus 2010. UT ATOD 2010 Spring Survey
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Alcohol Is The Most Commonly Used Substance Among UT Students
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UT ATOD Spring 2010 Survey
Drinking Trend
A minority of the students consume the majority of all the alcohol.
These students not only get drunk, they get drunk often and are called: frequent high-risk drinkers
67% of UT Students use alcohol responsibly if
they use it all.
Consequences for Drinkers
“Non- “Frequent Frequent” High-
Risk”
Did something they regretted 18%
62%Got behind in schoolwork 10% 46%
Got hurt or injured 4% 27%
Had unprotected sex 4% 20%
Damaged property 2%
23%Got into trouble with police 1% 13%
Grades & Alcohol Use
Note: ¼ of all college student drop-outs are alcohol related
Signs & Symptoms
Skipping class Poor academic performance Increased irritability Break in communication Oversleeping Physical injuries Violent behavior Emotional difficulty
Drinking Trend
More students are choosing to abstain from drinking alcohol.
Most students have 0 to 4 drinks when they party.
Not Everybody Drinks!
If you don’t drink you are not alone!
9,000 UT students choose not to drink alcohol
How can you reduce stress?
Social support
Get enough rest
Avoid/minimize caffeine and alcohol intake
Play (recreation)
Plan
Manage your time
What is There To Do?
Campus Activities & Programming: http://www.utcap.org/ Upcoming Events Calendar
Events posted on Facebook Student Organizations & Clubs Recreation Center Concerts/Dances Athletic Events Movie Nights Planetarium Study
Job Opportunities
Office of Career Services - Student Union 1532
http://www.utoledo.edu/utlc/career/index.html Career and major exploration Rocket jobs:
Log in and search for jobs and internships
Job-Fairs hosted by various colleges
Work-study opportunities for eligible students
Local businesses are hiring
Laws are Strictly Enforced
Enforcing:• Underage Drinking Laws• Fake ID Laws• Drinking & Driving Laws
What is Medical Amnesty? Medical Amnesty is a policy
that encourages students to call UTPD at x2600 (419.530.2600) or 9-1-1 in case of alcohol or other drug related emergencies
Policy vs. Law 14 students asked for and
received Medical Amnesty in the 2010/2011 academic year, 0 were arrested
Medical Amnesty
Parents: You’re Not Done Yet!
The first 6 weeks of college are critical to a first year student’s academic success.
Parents stay involved: Have honest and open communication Call your son or daughter frequently Ask about roommates and living situations Discuss how alcohol use may be impacting
the college experience
Learn more about prevention Please read brochure
Sexual Assault Education and Prevention Program
Programming and special events on preventing:
Sexual assault
Relationship abuse
Stalking
Sexual harassment
Services and Support for Survivors
Information about options
Help through medical, legal, & campus systems
Academic assistance
Referrals to counseling & other resources
Information for friends and family
www.utoledo.edu/studentaffairs/SAEPP [email protected]
1511 Student Union, Office of Health Promotion
CONSENT: Beyond No Means No
If you choose to be sexually active, it is your responsibility to assure your partner is consenting.
Consent is: Willing, sober, clearly communicated, and specific to each sexual activity.
Silence does not equal consent.
Everyone has the right to refuse or stop sexual activity at any point.
Make a UTURN: UT united for respect & nonviolence
It’s your turn.
New Tobacco Policy
Effective August 2011:Tobacco will only be permitted in afew select areas on UT Campuses.
1. DNW and MacKinnon Hall; chosen for the safety of resident students at night.
2. Outside Stranahan Hall; chosen for the safety of students using the 24 hour computer lab at night.3. Between the Student Union and Carlson Library; chosen for the safety of students studying at night.
4. Between I-House and A-House; chosen for the safety of resident students at night.5. Between The Crossing s and Ottawa House; chosen for the safety of resident students at night.
6. Among McComas Village, Parks Tower and Carter Hall; chosen for the safety of resident students at night.
7. Nitschke Hall; chosen for the safety of students at night.
Final Map 4-5-11
Why a More Restrictive Tobacco Policy?
20% of UT students smoke Healthy Campus goal is ≤10%
1 in 10 college students will die prematurely from tobacco use
As of October 2011, 252 colleges and universities have enacted tobacco-free policies and an additional 639 have achieved smoke-free policies
Tobacco Cessation at UT
UT Tobacco Free Program Program Choices:
Group, 1 on 1, Phonetic (through AETNA Student Health Insurance) or Online
Cost: Free for students, staff and faculty
NRT: Contact Main Campus Pharmacy at
419.530.3471 for current cost information
For more information please contact: Alexis Blavos, M.Ed., CHES
Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug [email protected]
Resources
Main Campus Medical Center 419-530-3451 www.utoledo.edu/healthservices/student/index.html
Counseling Center 419-530-2426 www.utoledo.edu/studentaffairs/counseling/
Office of Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug Prevention 419-530-8436 www.utoledo.edu/studentaffairs/reslife/ATODPC/Welcome.html
Sexual Assault Education and Prevention Program 419.530.3431 http://www.utoledo.edu/studentaffairs/SAEPP/
Summary
High-risk drinking is highly correlated to unsafe health behaviors & poor academic performance.
Please make safe and responsible choices. UT wants every student to
be happy, healthy and to graduate.
Questions?
