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Student's Guide to Drinking Responsibly in College
Learn techniques and tips on what responsible drinking looks like in college, how to stay safe in situations where alcohol is involved, and know when to get help.
Fraternities, Sororities, and Substance Abuse
In this article learn about the impact alcohol use has on a Greek community, how to change the culture of college life, and steps to create a plan of action for campus change
How Fraternity Culture Encourages Excessive Drinking
This article describes toxic masculinity's effects in fraternities and the risks associated with excessive drinking.

Alcohol and You: An Interactive Body
Nearly every organ system of our body is affected by alcohol. Using this interactive body chart, see how alcohol affects different parts of the body.
Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) Calculator
Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) refers to the percentage of alcohol in a person's bloodstream Use this calculator to estimate, but don't forget that everyone metabolizes alcohol (beer, wine, liquor) differently. This calculator can give you an approximate BAC level, but do not rely upon it to determine if you're fit to drive or work.

Alcohol and Drug Prevention and Response Program
In this link learn about the impact substances have on your body and workshops/services available to students. As well as relevant Student Code sections related to alcohol and drug use.
Recognizing Signs of Alcohol and Drug Abuse: How to Help Yourself or Others
This 30-minute interactive session is as an overview of the most commonly used substances by college-aged students. Additionally, dangers, signs, and symptoms of intoxication, overdose, and withdrawal will be reviewed. The Michael L. Jeffries Sr. Center for Access and Academic Success contracts with Student Lingo to provide educational content on a variety of topics such as this.

Alcohol Education
General alcohol education – situational tolerance, safer drinking guidelines, BAC charts, active bystander, helping intoxicated friend(s), and a standard drink.
Alcohol & Drug Rehab Centers in Illinois & Free Treatment Resources
Learn about the top 21 alcohol and drug and rehab centers in Illinois, the free treatment resources, and the cost of addiction treatment in Illinois.
How to Host a Safer Event
This four-minute animated video was created by the Gordie Center in partnership with the Fraternal Health & Safety Initiative. The video illustrates important guidelines for hosting a safe and fun event, identifies appropriate responses to unsafe situations, and provides tips for recognizing and responding to an alcohol emergency.