1 Biennial Alcohol Policy Report: 2011-2013 California State University, Fresno (Fresno State) Dr. Paul Oliaro, Vice President for Student Affairs Introduction During the past two years, California State University, Fresno (Fresno State) has continued its efforts to implement the CSU Alcohol policy through its Alcohol Safety Council and the Health Promotion and Wellness Services Department within the Student Health Center. During this time, the Council changed its name and mission statement to be more inclusive of the work on campus to address not just alcohol, but tobacco and other drugs as well. In May 2012, the Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drugs (ATOD) Safety Council was formed. The mission statement and learning outcomes of the ATOD Safety Council is as follows: The Fresno State Alcohol Tobacco and Other Drugs Safety Council (ATODSC) strives to promote and sustain a safe, healthy, and responsible learning environment in the campus community by: Developing and coordinating education, prevention and intervention programs, practices and policies and regarding alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs; and, Advising and collaborating with the University administration, the campus, and the surrounding community on alcohol these issues; and, Creating a well-informed and empowered campus community around the use of alcohol, tobacco and other drugs. Learning Outcomes: Reduction in the amount of high-risk drinking behaviors, tobacco and drug use and the potential resulting harm among the campus community; and, Creation of increased alternatives to alcohol, tobacco and other drug use in the campus community. The ATOD Safety Council is made up of campus and community representatives who provide leadership to all phases of the campus alcohol, tobacco and other drug use prevention program. (See Appendix A for ATODSC Membership Roster) At monthly meetings, specific tasks were undertaken by subcommittees such as a Student Subcommittee, a Faculty subcommittee, an Education & Prevention Services Subcommittee and a newly added Prescription Drug Use Subcommittee. Ad-hoc committees were formed and met to take action on projects such as: ASC Name Change/Mission Statement 2012 AOD Conference at Fresno State Alcohol Consumption eCHECKUP TO GO Aside from some small grant assistance, the majority of support, both financially and administratively, has come from the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs as well as the Student Health Center. This Biennial Alcohol Policy Report is organized as follows: I. Summary of Alcohol and Drug Education Related Grants Received by California State University, Fresno II. Successful Program Implemented Over the Past Two Years III. A Summary Campus Activities Related to Tobacco Use IV. A Summary Campus Activities Related to Prescription Drug Use V. Assessment Activity VI. Highlights of Other Special and Unique Programs
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Biennial Alcohol Policy Report: 2011-2013
California State University, Fresno (Fresno State)
Dr. Paul Oliaro, Vice President for Student Affairs
Introduction
During the past two years, California State University, Fresno (Fresno State) has continued its efforts to implement
the CSU Alcohol policy through its Alcohol Safety Council and the Health Promotion and Wellness Services Department
within the Student Health Center. During this time, the Council changed its name and mission statement to be more inclusive of the work on campus to address not just alcohol, but tobacco and other drugs as well. In May 2012, the
Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drugs (ATOD) Safety Council was formed. The mission statement and learning outcomes of the ATOD Safety Council is as follows:
The Fresno State Alcohol Tobacco and Other Drugs Safety Council (ATODSC) strives to promote and sustain a safe, healthy, and responsible learning environment in the campus community by:
Developing and coordinating education, prevention and intervention programs, practices and policies and regarding alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs; and,
Advising and collaborating with the University administration, the campus, and the surrounding community on alcohol these issues; and,
Creating a well-informed and empowered campus community around the use of alcohol, tobacco and other drugs.
Learning Outcomes:
Reduction in the amount of high-risk drinking behaviors, tobacco and drug use and the potential resulting harm among the campus community; and,
Creation of increased alternatives to alcohol, tobacco and other drug use in the campus community.
The ATOD Safety Council is made up of campus and community representatives who provide leadership to all phases of the campus alcohol, tobacco and other drug use prevention program. (See Appendix A for ATODSC Membership Roster) At monthly meetings, specific tasks were undertaken by subcommittees such as a Student Subcommittee, a Faculty subcommittee, an Education & Prevention Services Subcommittee and a newly added Prescription Drug Use
Subcommittee. Ad-hoc committees were formed and met to take action on projects such as:
ASC Name Change/Mission Statement
2012 AOD Conference at Fresno State
Alcohol Consumption
eCHECKUP TO GO
Aside from some small grant assistance, the majority of support, both financially and administratively, has come from the
Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs as well as the Student Health Center.
This Biennial Alcohol Policy Report is organized as follows: I. Summary of Alcohol and Drug Education Related Grants Received by California State University, Fresno
II. Successful Program Implemented Over the Past Two Years
III. A Summary Campus Activities Related to Tobacco Use IV. A Summary Campus Activities Related to Prescription Drug Use
V. Assessment Activity VI. Highlights of Other Special and Unique Programs
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I. Summary of Alcohol and Drug Education Related Grants Received by California State University, Fresno
Grant Purpose Year Amount
Social Norms Project
To conduct social norms marketing
activities designed to reduce alcohol abuse and alcohol-related consequences among
Fresno State students
2012-2013 $2,200
Fresno State Instructionally-Related Activities (IRA)
To send Fresno State student representation to the: (1) 2011 Annual
Higher Education Alcohol and Other Drugs
Conference hosted by CSU Dominguez Hills and CSU Los Angeles and (2) 2012 Alcohol
and Other Drug Education Conference for Institutions of Higher Learning hosted by
Fresno State
2011 & 2012 $5,721
Donaghy Sales, Inc. (Beverage Distributor)
Unrestricted contribution to continue funding the Fresno State Stall Seat Journal
(SSJ)/alcohol and wellness-related education newsletter
2011 $5,000
Social Norms Project
Agency Issuing Grant: Anheuser Busch Foundation/National Social Norms Institute
To continue conducting social norms marketing designed to reduce alcohol abuse and alcohol-related consequences among Fresno State students, Anheuser Busch granted Fresno State a one-year, no-cost extension of funding in the
amount totaling $2,200 through June 30, 2013. This grant is administered by the National Social Norms Institute at the
University of Virginia.
Fresno State Instructionally-Related Activities (IRA)
Agency Issuing Grant: Fresno State Instructionally-Related Activities (IRA)
In order to send students to represent the Fresno State campus at both the 2011 and 2012 Annual California Higher
Education Alcohol and Other Drugs Education Conferences, two IRA grants were obtained totaling $5,721. Fifteen Fresno State students attended the 2011 conference in April hosted by CSU Los Angeles and Dominguez Hills. This grant
covered the registration fees for twenty-five Fresno State students to attend the 2012 conference in April hosted by Fresno State.
Donaghy Sales, Inc.
Agency Issuing Grant: Donaghy Sales, Inc.
In 2011, the Alcohol Safety Council (ASC) received a $5,000 unrestricted contribution from Donaghy Sales, Inc. The grant was used to continue funding part of the Stall Seat Journal newsletter to educate students on alcohol safety, posted in
restroom stalls across campus. It is based upon successful implementation at schools such as the University of Virginia and Virginia Commonwealth University. This monthly newsletter featured content focused on alcohol safety messages,
wellness related information and notices of upcoming alcohol free events on campus.
II. Successful Program Implemented Over the Past Two Years
The continuation of a new student involvement program has been very successful. FREAKS (Finding Responsible and
Entertaining Activities on KampuS) is a program providing students the opportunity for fun and safe activities on campus. Held Friday nights from 5 p.m. to midnight in the Residents Dining Hall, students, colleagues, and community
members play board games and socialize.
They have a wide variety of games. Party, Strategy, Dexterity, Kids, Dice-based, Card-based, Sports, Racing and War-based games are always available. Most of these games are referred to as Euro’s. These German-style board games are
a broad class of tabletop games that generally have simple rules, short to medium playing times (20 minutes to 3 hours),
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indirect player interaction and attractive physical components. The games emphasize strategy, downplay luck and
conflict, lean towards economic rather than military themes, and usually keep all the players in the game until it ends. German-style games are sometimes contrasted with American-style games, which generally involve more luck, conflict,
and drama.
Initiated in 2009, the program has grown from seventeen original members to more than 450 over the past three years.
Increasing its membership by more than 250 in the past year alone, this now formal university “club” is intended to reduce the health-risk taking behaviors of students by providing social events centered on boardgaming.
In a pilot evaluation of effectiveness, the program demonstrated improved critical thinking of its members as well as
reduced alcohol use, binge drinking, and marijuana use when compared to a control group of non-participant Fresno State students.
The FREAKS program has already spread to local high schools as well as CSU-Fullerton, with other schools and Universities expressing interest in starting programs. A manual for beginning local gaming programs was developed with
the hopes of more sites implementing the program.
III. A Summary Campus Activities Related to Tobacco Use
The following is a summary of campus activities related to tobacco use at Fresno State:
Policy: Fresno State’s Smoke-free Campus Policy was written in 2003. The policy remained in effect during the 2011-13
academic years.
Project IMPACT 4 Life is a Fresno State club dedicated to reducing the secondhand smoke exposure to the
campus community. It is supported by a staff member at the local chapter of the American Lung Association. Its advisor is a Public Health Professor from Fresno State. Project IMPACT members have
been collecting signatures for a petition to make Fresno State a smoke free campus. They have also tabled
several events on campus to educate students, staff and faculty about the dangers of smoking and secondhand smoke. Project IMPACT members attended an ASI meeting in the Spring of 2012 to advocate
for a smoke free campus. In the Fall of 2012, Project IMPACT members completed a butt pick up and displayed them in the library to draw awareness to the issue of cigarette litter. The club also plans to bring
the documentary “Addiction Incorporated” to campus to further raise awareness about the addictive
natures of nicotine in cigarettes in the Spring of 2013.
Education: A clinical psychologist continued to offer one-on-one smoking cessation to Fresno State students interested in quitting
smoking.
Student Use: Based on a total of 1,082 students randomly selected who participated in the National College Health Assessment in the Spring of 2011, the following statistics were identified:
75% of Fresno State students have never used cigarettes (up slightly from 74% as reported in 2009)
9 out of 10 Fresno State students have never smoked or haven’t smoked in the last 30 days (same as 2009
survey findings)
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IV. Summary Campus Activities Related to Prescription Drug Use
According to the results of the National College Health Assessment conducted in 2011, data showed the percentage of
students reported taking prescription drugs not prescribed to them in a twelve month period of time. The percentage of Fresno State students who reported using pain killers and antidepressants that were not prescribed to them is higher than the national reference data.
Type of Prescription Percentage
(Fresno State Data)
Reference Group
(National Data)
Antidepressants 3.3% 3.2%
Erectile Dysfunction Drugs 1% 1%
Pain Killers 8.7% 7.5%
Sedatives 2.2% 4.3%
Stimulants 1.7% 7.8%
Fresno State also added in a few custom questions to the 2011 survey pertaining to prescription drug usage and here are
the results:
Within the last 30 days, have you purchased/acquired illegal and/or prescription drugs in the following locations:
Since becoming a student at Fresno State, how many times have you intentionally used prescription medications for recreational or “partying” purposes?*
Frequency Percentage
Never used 982 92.6
Have used but not since coming to Fresno State 41 3.9
1-2 times 17 1.6
3-5 times 6 .6
6-9 times 6 .6
10 times or more 8 .8
*Valid responses = 1060
Since becoming a student at Fresno State, how many times have you intentionally used prescription medications for studying/cramming/“all nighter” purposes?*
Frequency Percentage
Never used 996 94.1
Have used but not since coming to Fresno State 22 2.1
1-2 times 20 1.9
3-5 times 9 .8
6-9 times 3 .3
10 times or more 9 .8
*Valid responses = 1059
At the Student Health Center, the Pharmacist in Charge monitors prescriptions for falsification or alterations, observes
for potential “doctor shopping” and notes whether the student has been seen by one provider or multiple providers
and receiving an excess amount of controlled medications. He counsels students on how to take a medication appropriately and uses resources such as the CURES program to identify misuse.
If a pharmacist or provider staff suspects a student is abusing prescription medications or inappropriate prescribing is
taking place the Medical Chief of Staff or administrator is notified immediately. An ad hoc “Patient Care Committee”
is assembled and the case is discussed. A care plan is developed; the student is notified by the appropriate person which may be the Medical Chief of staff, a provider or an administrator of the plan of care. A notation is made in the
electronic medical record so that all providers are aware that controlled substances are not to be prescribed for this student.
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In spring 2012, a Prescription Drug Abuse educational panel discussion, Thrills Without Pills, was held
in the free speech area of campus. The intent of the program was to provide students insight into the developing
problem of misuse. Community experts from many different areas (prevention, treatment, law enforcement, medical community, etc.) were present to answer questions and provide information from their personal experiences dealing
with this fast growing issue. More than 2,000 informational fliers were distributed to campus students and more than 400 students attended the community panel.
The Lock It Up Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention Project has been collaborating with Fresno State to
prevent and raise awareness regarding prescription drug use and misuse on campus. This program is part of the
California Health Collaborative and is funded through the Fresno County Department of Behavioral Health, Substance Abuse Services to serve the Fresno State campus. In collaboration with the Fresno State Alcohol Safety Council
Student Sub-Committee – now known as the Drug & Alcohol Awareness and Wellness Guides (the DAAWGs) -- Lock It Up staff met frequently throughout both years to plan and implement the large scale events in honor of National
Collegiate Alcohol Awareness Week (the “Fall Harvest Fest” in 2011 and the Oktober Wellness Fest in 2012) as well as the “Spring Break Extravaganza” in 2012. During all of these events, Lock It Up Project staff set out an informational
table with educational materials regarding prescription drug abuse, opportunities to volunteer, as well as interactive
activities for students to participate in to learn more about the issue and have the opportunity to win promotional items or other incentives. The Lock It Up Project also provided educational presentations and trainings to the
DAAWGs volunteers in both 2012 and 2013. During the Fall semester of 2012, the Lock It Up Project launched its first semester of Peer Education Program, recruiting eight students to become peer educators. Students provided
education to their peers on campus by conducting presentations, setting up information booth, and distributing
program materials, to heighten awareness of the issue. Further, students created a series of fliers and Public Service Announcements, with the purpose to educate their peers and the community at large of prescription drug abuse.
V. Assessment Activity
Assessment Tool
Sample Size Methodology Timelines Purpose
National College Health
Assessment (NCHA) II
In spring 2011, 3,800 students
were randomly selected and
1,082 students responded (29%
response rate)
This randomized survey is a web-based instrument
administered through the American College Health
Association
Prize incentives were utilized
Spring 2011 The purpose of the tool is to assess both changes in
drinking behaviors as well as perceptions
Results:
Did not see much change from the 2009 data.
Overall, Fresno State’s data is more favorable than national reference data.
Percentage of Fresno State students who reported using pain killers and antidepressants that were not prescribed to them is higher than the national reference data.
For data, please see “Frequency/Percentage Data of Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs” in Appendix B. VI. Highlights of Other Special and Unique Programs
Activities Conducted by the University Courtyard On-campus Housing
Alcohol policy changes:
None
Survey Results:
Fall 2011 (Survey completed in December 2011)
o 369 took the survey (33.5% of all residents)
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o How Many Alcohol drinks do you typically consume when you go out and drink?
I do not drink: 214 (61.5%) One or Two Drinks: 60 (17.2%)
Three or Four Drinks: 42 (12.1%) Five or Six Drinks: 21 (6%)
Seven or Eight Drinks: 8 (2.3%)
More than 8 drinks: 3 (.9%) o How frequently do you consume alcohol?
I do not drink: 211 (60.8%) Less than once per week: 95 (27.4%)
Once per week: 32 (9.2%) Two to three times per week: 8 (2.3%)
Almost every day: 1 (.3%)
Every Day: 0 o How frequently do you consume alcoholic energy drinks (like Four Loco)?
I do not drink: 290 (83.6%) Less than once per week: 51 (14.7%)
Once per week: 4 (1.2%)
Two to three times per week: 2 (.6%) Almost every day: 0
Every day: 0 o How frequently do you use marijuana?
I do not use marijuana: 329 (95.1%) Less than once per week: 13 (3.8%)
Once per week: 0
Two to three times per week: 1 (.3%) Almost every day: 0
Every day: 0 o How frequently do you use other drugs?
I do not use other drugs: 343 (99.4%)
Less than once per week: 1 (.3%) Once per week: 0
Two to three times per week: 0 Almost every day: 1 (.3%)
Every day: 0
What drugs? Caffeine (2)
Fall 2012 (Survey completed in December 2012)
o 361 took the survey (34.4% of all residents)
o How Many Alcohol drinks do you typically consume when you go out and drink? I do not drink: 243 (67.5%) 6% more than previous year
One or Two Drinks: 55 (15.3%) – 2% less than previous year
Three or Four Drinks: (8.9%) – 3% less than previous year Five or Six Drinks: 12 (3.3%)
Seven or Eight Drinks: 9 (2.5%) More than 8 drinks: 9 (2.5%) – 1.5% more than last year
o How frequently do you consume alcohol?
I do not drink: 237 (66.2%) Less than once per week: 81 (22.6%)
Once per week: 19 (5.3%) Two to three times per week: 20 (5.6%) – more than double last year
Almost every day: 1 (.3%) Every Day: 0
o How frequently do you consume alcoholic energy drinks (like Four Loco)?
I do not drink: 299 (83.5%) Less than once per week: 55 (15.4%)
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Once per week: 3 (.8%)
Two to three times per week: 0 Almost every day: 0
Every day: 1 (.3%) o How frequently do you use marijuana?
I do not use marijuana: 342 (95.3%)
Less than once per week: 12 (3.3%) Once per week: 0
Two to three times per week: 3 (.8%) Almost every day: 0
Every day: 2 (.6%) o How frequently do you use other drugs?
I do not use other drugs: 352 (98.3%)
Less than once per week: 3 (.8%) Once per week: 2 (.6%)
Two to three times per week: 1 (.3%) Almost every day: 0
Every day: 0
What drugs? Spice
Housing alcohol, tobacco and other drug use programs:
February 2011: Alcohol & Other drugs passive program
March 2011: Safe Spring Break program – 50 residents attended
April 2011: Blame it on the alcohol program (Tips on risk reduction) – 15 residents attended
September 2011: Water Pong – Alcohol Safety tips – 15 residents attended
October 2011: Smoothies and Alcohol facts – 75 residents attended
October 2011: Milk and Cookies – 200 residents attended
October 2011: Root Beer Pong – 179 residents attended
November 2011: Requiem for a Dream – Marijuana educational – 30 students attended
February 2012: The Hangover- 30 residents attended
March 2012: Dangers of the “DRANK” – 15 residents attended
March 2012: Neon Night – 75 residents attended
March 2012: Mocktails – 10 residents attended
April 2012: Alcohol True or False Passive program
September 2012: (root) Beer Awareness – Alcohol and other Drug info – 25 residents attended
October 2012: Family Feud – Alcohol and Drug facts – 50 residents attended
October 2012: Milk and Cookies – 200 residents attended
November 2012: Water Pong – 15 residents attended
Alcohol & Drug class used for conduct:
In 2011, 9 classes were offered with 88 students in attendance
In 2012, 10 classes were offered with 95 students in attendance
Training for Intervention Procedures (TIPS) Trainings
Josh Edrington, Clubs and Organization Coordinator, and Eddie Dominguez, Greek Advisor, continued to offer TIPS training for Fresno State as a 2.5 hour program that helps students make sound choices when faced with difficult
decisions about alcohol use. TIPS training provides students with the knowledge and confidence necessary to reduce high-risk drinking behavior among their peers. Throughout the 2011 and 2012 year, they conducted ten presentations
including, but not limited to, Concessions program for the Alumni Association volunteers to their special events as well as
for groups volunteering to serve at the Vintage Days beer and wine garden. Athletics
The Athletic department continues to be successful in its monthly drug testing and enforcement. Currently, all incoming
freshmen and transfer student athletes are tested at the start of the academic year. A random selection of 10% of
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student-athletes from each team is tested on a monthly basis. On a monthly basis, student athletes are also tested who
have tested positive on a prior test or who have been identified by reasonable suspicion. A portion of their enforcement includes a referral and assessment to Avante Behavioral Health. Avante specializes in assessments of student athletes’
drug or alcohol use and referrals to a provider that will best fit the student athletes’ needs. A change was made to the 2011-2012 Substance Abuse Education and Testing Program with a clarification to post season/NCAA tournament testing.
Education/Awareness Events: During the fall of 2011 & 2012, freshmen classes as well as a few additional student athletes completed a TiPS certified
workshop to empower them to reduce high risk drinking behavior and help them make smart choices when faced with unruly situations. In February 2012, a group of two staff members and four student athletes attended the APPLE
Conference. “The APPLE Conferences, developed and coordinated by the Gordie Center for Substance Abuse Prevention at the University of Virginia, are the leading national training symposiums dedicated to substance abuse prevention and
health promotion for student athletes and athletics department administrators.” Continuing yearly education includes:
Screening, Brief Intervention, Referral to Treatment (SBIRT)
SBIRT continued in 2011 and 2012 in form of tabling at five different events including the Spring Break Extravaganza
and the National Collegiate Alcohol Awareness Week activities. A total of 273 Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test (AUDIT) questionnaires were completed and the following results were obtained:
Note: All participants were offered feedback on their AUDIT scores from the Health Educator. Four participants in the
SBIRT screening had concerns with their score despite scoring below fifteen. All were referred to Psychological Services and offered the opportunity to provide the Health Educator their phone number. All participants declined to give a phone
number and as of 12/12/2012 none of the participants had visited Psychological Services and identified themselves as
SBIRT participants.
Performing Above the High Project The Performing Above the High (PATH) Project, a program of the California Health Collaborative, is funded
by the Fresno County Department of Behavioral Health to provide marijuana prevention services to 12-20 year olds throughout Fresno County. As part of prevention efforts, the PATH Project has provided targeted marijuana
prevention services to Fresno State’s 18-20 year old population. This is conducted through the implementation of various prevention services with the intent of decreasing marijuana use and increasing student knowledge regarding the
consequences of marijuana use. During the 2010-2013 school years, the PATH Project has hosted or participated in the following activities
exposing hundreds of CSU Fresno State Students to marijuana education and prevention information.
PATH staff has been active on the Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug Safety Council. They have been involved on the campus by providing the following programs:
InShape, an Evidence-Based Curriculum proven effective to decrease marijuana, alcohol and tobacco use, among
young adults with over 100 students A Behavioral Transition Pilot Program focusing on young adult drug prevention curriculum with University incoming
freshmen
A Young Adult Marijuana Prevention Training on the effects and consequences of marijuana use and what students
can do to assist with prevention efforts
Don’t Cancel That Class Marijuana prevention presentations provided to Fresno State students
Marijuana Presentation presented at the CSU AOD Educational Conference hosted by Fresno State
Hosted Marijuana Education Informational Booths at seven events at Fresno State
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Fresno State Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs Safety Council (ATODSC)
Formerly known as the Alcohol Safety Council, the ATOD Safety Council’s Membership can be found in Appendix A.
Main Committee, Paul Oliaro, PhD, Chair – includes an active membership of 27 members and oversees the efforts
of the following three committees:
ATODSC Faculty & Staff Sub-committee Over the past two years, the faculty & staff sub-committee has participated in a number of events from the larger ATOD
Safety Council and continued its implementation and utilization of other programs and projects. The ATODSC website (redesigned in the fall 2010) has consistently been updated to best address the changing needs of students. The website
contains specific answers to student inquires related to alcohol use, tobacco and other drugs, including prescription drug
abuse. In the spring 2012, a mock DUI Trial event intended to inform students on the repercussions of drinking and driving. The event was attended by nearly 300 students and community members. ATODSC funding was integral in the
program’s development and success. Also in the spring 2012, a Prescription Drug Abuse educational panel discussion (Thrills Without Pills) was held in the free speech area of campus. The intent of the program was to provide students
insight into the developing problem of misuse. Community experts from many different areas (prevention, treatment, law
enforcement, medical community, etc.) were present to answer questions and provide information from their personal experiences dealing with this fast growing issue. More than 2,000 informational fliers were distributed to campus students
and more than 400 students attended the community panel.
ATODSC Education & Prevention Subcommittee
Earlier work of the ATODSC Education & Prevention Subcommittee included revamping the 21st birthday cards sent out by
the Office of the Vice President of Student Affairs. It went from a snail-mailed greeting card to an online/animated e-card with alcohol safety tips that is still emailed out to all Fresno State students coming of age. In addition, the Subcommittee
developed a “How to Help a Friend” Campaign with three posters and a handout with tips for Fresno State students on how to intervene. The Subcommittee collaborated with the Student Subcommittee to solicit input and
feedback. This campaign was presented at the 2011 AOD Conference hosted by CSU Dominguez Hills and Cal State Los
Angeles. The largest undertaking of this Subcommittee was the planning of the 2012 AOD Conference hosted by Fresno
State. This was a year and a half undertaking of monthly meetings and a lot of collaboration that resulted in a successful conference of just under three-hundred attendees on April 12-13, 2012. With the generosity of the
California Coalition for Safer Universities and other sponsors, the conference planning committee raised over $26,000 to
implement this conference. (See Appendix C for Conference Program)
In September 2012, after a discussion at the ATODSC meeting about the death of a Fresno State student earlier in the month as a result of alcohol poisoning, a special Ad-hoc committee was formed from several of the members
from the Education & Prevention Subcommittee. Its purpose was to examine Fresno State’s programming and practices around ATOD (specifically alcohol) and to make recommendations to reduce students’ risks
for alcohol poisoning. As of January 2013, the Ad-hoc committee completed the following actions: (See Appendix D
for the Ad-hoc committee’s findings and ATOD Program Matrix) The committee developed a survey that was sent to faculty, staff and administrators throughout the Fresno State
campus. Participants were asked to provide information on any programming, education, or other efforts that
included ATOD topics. Committee members followed up with some departments to clarify or seek additional information. The data were reviewed by the committee for trends and gaps.
A meeting was held with Chief Huerta of the University Police Department to gather information on policy/ law
enforcement and educational efforts led by UPD.
A conversation was held with the coordinator of the new student orientation program (Dog Days).
An electronic search of the University Course Catalog was conducted in order to identify academic courses
addressing ATOD issues. Other documents that were discussed in brief included Fresno State’s Use of Alcoholic Beverages Policy, NIAAA
Summary of the Final Report of the Task Force on College Drinking, and the CAS standards for Alcohol, Tobacco,
and Other Drug Programs. Finally, the ad hoc committee reviewed all of the information that had been gathered, identified strengths,
weaknesses, gaps and trends and developed recommendations to report to the larger committee.
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With the receipt of a no-cost extension on the grant from the National Social Norms Institute, it was decided that the ATODSC would investigate the use of eCHECKUP TO GO as part of a comprehensive alcohol program to help all incoming
students’ assess their own drinking behaviors and educate them on student success resources on campus. An Ad-hoc committee was formed and convened in November and December 2012 to come up with implementation
recommendations which will be presented to the full ATODSC in January 2013. (See Appendix E for the Ad-hoc
committee’s recommendations)
ATODSC Student Subcommittee From spring 2011 to spring 2012, the ATODSC Student Subcommittee was heavily involved in planning and implementing
programs regarding alcohol safety. However, due to the ASC Student Subcommittee’s club-like structure, member
participation often fluctuated, causing difficulties during programming. Therefore, in the summer 2012, the ASC Student Subcommittee evolved into a peer education group known as the Drug & Alcohol Awareness & Wellness Guide (DAAWG)
Program. Unlike the ATODSC Student Subcommittee, the DAAWG Program includes an application and interview process, mandatory trainings, meetings, and office hours. The mission remains the same: to promote a campus culture of safe
and responsible consumption of alcohol and other drugs to prevent drug-related incidents among Fresno State students.
In both 2011 and 2012, the ATODSC Student Subcommittee/DAAWG Program continued to be heavily involved in
planning and implementing the two large alcohol awareness events – National Collegiate Alcohol Awareness Week and Spring Break Extravaganza. Additionally, the DAAWG Program continued with the distribution of the monthly Stall Seat
Journal in over 150 restrooms across campus with alcohol safety and other wellness-related messages.
In spring 2011, the ATODSC Student Subcommittee, collaborated with USU Productions to provide a free movie showing
for Fresno State students. Prior to the movie, a slideshow was displayed containing information on how to drink responsibly. Students were provided with a questionnaire which included questions that were associated with the
information that was on the slideshow. Approximately 120 students, as well as members of the community attended the event.
In fall 2012, the DAAWG Program launched the Protect Your ‘Dogs Campaign. The goal of the campaign is to prevent alcohol poisoning incidents among Fresno State students. The campaign includes posters (see
Appendix F), magnets, and interactive presentations and consists of two objectives: Students will be able to identify the signs of alcohol poisoning
Students will know how to handle an emergency involving alcohol poisoning
Biennial Alcohol Policy Report: 2011-2013 California State University, Fresno
ATOD Safety Council Membership Roster
Appendix A
ALCOHOL TOBACCO AND OTHER DRUGS (ATOD) SAFETY COUNCIL
NAME TITLE/AFFILIATION PHONE # EMAIL ADDRESS Paul M. Oliaro Chair, VP for Student Affairs 559.278-2541 [email protected] JA67
Alcohol Students living in Residence Halls, Students enrolled in classroom, Clubs & Organizations, all students
General Risk To equip students with information on alcohol safety, signs of alcohol poisoning and safe partying
1,2,3,4 Fall and Spring
Oktober Wellness Fest (formerly called the Fall Harvest Fest, Wicked Wellness Carnival)
HPWS Event Alcohol, Tobacco, Other Drugs
All students General Risk In honor of National Collegiate Alcohol Awareness Week, event promotes alcohol safety plus information on tobacco and other drugs
2,3 Fall
Social Norms Poster Campaign
HPWS Posters/Flyers/Banners/Bookmars
Alcohol All students General Risk To increase students’ awareness of protective behaviors and decrease misperceptions around students’ use (or lack there of) of alcohol
2,3 Fall and Spring
Spring Break Extravaganza
HPWS Event Alcohol, Tobacco, Other Drugs
All Students General Risk Prior to spring break, event promotes alcohol safety plus information on tobacco and other drugs and to give students ideas of how to have a safe spring break
2,3 Spring
Protect Your Dog’s Know the Signs of Alcohol Poisoning Awareness HPWS Campaign
HPWS Posters/leaflets/keychains/magnets
Alcohol Students living in Residence Halls, all students
General Risk Increase the students’ awareness of the signs of alcohol poisoning and what to do
3 Fall and Spring
Stall Seat Journal HPWS Newsletter in stalls in select restrooms on campus and in housing
Alcohol, Tobacco, Other Drugs
All students General Risk To increase students’ awareness of protective behaviors around ATOD as well as on other wellness-related topics
1,2,3,4 Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
SBIRT HPWS Survey Alcohol All students General Risk To increase students’ awareness of their own behaviors around alcohol use
3 Fall and Spring
Sarah Panzau Guest Speaker
HPWS Lecture Alcohol All students General Risk To encourage students to avoid drinking and driving through the guest speaker’s powerful presentation
1,2,3,4 Fall and Spring
ECHECKUP TO GO HPWS Online assessment tool
Alcohol Not sure yet but probably all students
At Risk Group Online assessment tool to assist students in identifying any problems they may be experiencing with alcohol consumption
1,2,3,4 Will start Summer 2013
Designated Driver Benefits Program
HPWS Social Media, Posters/Flyers, etc.
Alcohol All new students starting fall ‘13
General Risk To encourage students to avoid drinking and driving
3 Will start Spring 2013
RD training – duty/on-call expectations training
Housing Training Alcohol, Other Drugs
Resident Directors At Risk Group To train RDs on how to handle alcohol/drug related situations when on-call
3 Summer
Crisis Management Training
Housing Training Alcohol Resident Directors At Risk Group To train RDs on crisis situations related to alcohol
3 Summer
Student conduct training
Housing Training Alcohol, Tobacco, Other Drugs
Resident Directors Known Risk To train RDs on how to handle policy violations and follow up regarding alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs
1 Summer
Alcohol & Other Drugs Training
Housing Training Alcohol, Other Drugs
Resident Directors General Risk To help RDs understand the impact of alcohol and other drugs use/abuse can have on our students
Risk reduction in use of alcoholic beverages and other drugs, 4
Summer
Policy/Confiscation procedure training
Housing Training Alcohol, Tobacco, Other Drugs
All Res Life Staffe (RDs, ARDs, PSSC, RAs, PSAs)
Known Risk To help staff understand what residents may or may not do in the halls, what they may or may not possess, and how to confront
1 Summer
Crisis Counseling, Alcohol and Other Drugs Training
Housing Training Alcohol, Other Drugs
All Res Life Staffe (RDs, ARDs, PSSC, RAs, PSAs)
Known risk To help assess and respond to alcohol and other drugs crisis
1, Risk reduction in the use of alcoholic beverages and other drugs, 3, 4
Summer
Policy Quiz Housing Training Alcohol, Tobacco, Other Drugs
All Res Life Staffe (RDs, ARDs, PSSC, RAs, PSAs)
General Risk Assess the knowledge of our staff on these policies
1 Summer
Policy Review Housing Training Alcohol, Tobacco, Other Drugs
All Res Life Staffe (RDs, ARDs, PSSC, RAs, PSAs)
General Risk Read through all policies line by line
1 Summer
Behind Closed Doors
Housing Training Alcohol, Other Drugs
All Res Life Staffe (RDs, ARDs, PSSC, RAs, PSAs)
At Risk Group To assess whether our staff is ready to confront and deal with situations involving residents and alcohol and other drugs
1, Risk reduction in use of alcoholic beverages and other drugs, 3, 4
Summer
Drug and Alcohol Committee (Formerly BACCHUS)
Housing Committee Involvement
Alcohol, Other Drugs
All University Courtyard Residents
General Risk To give students educational experiences in planning programs around issues of drugs and alcohol
Risk reduction in use of alcoholic beverages, and other drugs, 3,4
All year long
Drug and Alcohol Class
Housing Interactive Workshop
Alcohol, Other Drugs
Residents who violate the alcohol policy
Known Risk To reduce risk and educate students on making better choices with alcohol and drug use and abuse
1, Risk reduction in use of alcoholic beverages, and other drugs. 3,4
All year long
Judicial Educator online modules
Housing Online training modules
Alcohol, Tobacco, Other Drugs
Residents who violate the alcohol policy
Known Risk To reduce risk and educate students on making better choices with alcohol and drug use and abuse
1, Risk reduction in use of alcoholic beverages, and other drugs, 3,4
All year long
Floor/Wing meetings
Housing Orientation Alcohol, Other Drugs
All University Courtyard residents
General Risk To provide information to residents regarding alcohol and other drugs, to make sure they do not engage in high risk drinking activity.
1, Risk reduction in use of alcoholic beverages, and other drugs, 3, 4
Fall
RA bulletin boards Housing Passive bulletin boards (Posters/flyers)
Alcohol, Other Drugs
All University Courtyard residents
General Risk To provide information
1, Risk reduction in use of alcoholic beverages, and other drugs3 4
Fall
Parent Meetings Housing Orientation Alcohol, Other Drugs
Parents of University Courtyard residents
General Risk To provide information to parents regarding our policies and procedures regarding alcohol and other drugs.
1 Fall
Rated X (RA Program)
Housing Interactive Workshop
Alcohol, Other Drugs
Residents of Baker Hall
General Risk To provide education related to alcohol and other drug use and abuse
1, Risk reduction in use of alcoholic beverages, and other drugs 3, 4
Fall
Milk and Cookies (Drug and alcohol committee program)
Housing Interactive Workshop
Alcohol All University Courtyard Residents
General Risk To provide alcohol education to students
1, Risk reduction in use of alcoholic beverages, and other drugs3, 4
Fall
Family Feud (Public Safety Assistant Program)
Housing Interactive Workshop
Alcohol, Other Drugs
All University Courtyard Residents
General Risk To have fun and learn about alcohol and other drugs impacts
1, Risk reduction in use of alcoholic beverages, and other drugs, 3, 4
Fall
Other Various RA Programs
Housing Interactive Workshop
Alcohol, Other Drugs
All University Courtyard Residents
General Risk To teach students about alcohol and other drug use and abuse
1, Risk reduction in use of alcoholic beverages, and other drugs 3, 4
All year long
Passive Programming
Housing Flyers/Poster Alcohol University Courtyard residents living in community style halls
General Risk Educate students on alcohol use
1, Risk reduction in use of alcoholic beverages, and other drugs, 3, 4
All year long
Greek Life - New Member Orientation
Student Involvement
Orientation Alcohol Greek Members At Risk To inform students with information that allows them to make the most informed decisions about consuming alcohol.
2 ,3
Fall, Spring
Club and Organization Registration
Student Involvement
Training, Orientation
Alcohol, Tobacco, Other Drugs
Student Organization Officers & Advisors
At Risk To educate student organization leaders on the policies of the campus and have them agree to the terms before being approved to serve as officers of the organization.
1,2
Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
TIPS Training
Student Involvement
Training Alcohol Student Organizations
At Risk To provide students with the knowledge and confidence necessary to reduce high-risk drinking behavior among their peers.
1,2,3,4 Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
Various Alcohol-Free Events and
Student Involvement
Various Alcohol-Free Events and
ATOD are not directly addressed
All Students General Risk To provide alternative
ATOD are not necessary to have
Ongoing
Activities Activities programming/ opportunities for students to be engaged w/o using ATOD.
fun and be engaged.
lecture- related to maternal health and family crisis
Nursing Lecture Alcohol, Tobacco, Other Drugs
Students enrolled in lecture
General Risk The nursing students will be able to utilize the information when they do home visits or come into contact with the community.
2, 4
Fall, Spring
The Department of Public Health offers six undergraduate courses, which include a focus on alcohol & other drugs.
Public Health Lecture Alcohol, Tobacco, Other Drugs
Students enrolled in lecture
General Risk Heighten awareness and understanding of the health ramifications of drug use, abuse and dependence on the individual, the family and society as a whole.
1, 2, 3 , 4
Fall, Spring
Presentation: Marijuana: Myths and Misconceptions Presentation, iPATH Advisory Board, and PATH Project Informational Booths
California Health Collaborative
Lecture, Training, Posters/Flyers
Other Drugs Students living in Residence Halls, Clubs & Organizations, Freshmen
General Risk Prevent marijuana use by young college students, reduce marijuana use throughout Fresno County
4
Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
University 1 Lecture
Academic Programs and Resources
Lecture Alcohol, Tobacco, Other Drugs
Students Enrolled in Lecture
General Risk Increase awareness of the health impacts and provide students with information of dangers
4
Fall
Spring and Fall: Coun 234C: Substance Abuse (1 unit); Fall: Rehab 265: Substance Abuse and Rehabilitation
Counselor Education and Rehabilitation
Lecture Alcohol, Tobacco, Other Drugs
Students Enrolled in Lecture
General Risk Information about etiology, incidence, signs, symptoms, assessment; treatment, public policy
4
Fall, Spring
Safety Council Website
Division of Student Affairs
Website Alcohol, Tobacco, Other Drugs
Campus Community General Risk Educate and provide resources
1, 2, 3, 4
Ongoing
Healthy Relationships
Women's Resource Center
Interactive Workshop
Alcohol Other General Risk To minimize the risk of students'
3
Fall, Spring
Presentation as part of the Violence Prevention Project
involvement in abusive relationships or for sexual assault.
M. Alcantara, R. Iñiguez, B. Scogin and K. Yarmo met to follow up from the December 6th meeting. The following recommendations were developed to implement eCHECKUP TO GO ALCOHOL on the Fresno State campus. Target Group: all new undergraduate students (freshmen and transfer) entering Fresno State in the Fall 2013 semester Purpose: As one component to a comprehensive alcohol, tobacco and other drug program, participation in the eCHECKUP TO GO assessment will enable Fresno State to reach students, before they start their academic careers, and encourage them to assess their own risk for alcohol abuse, educate them on alcohol safety tips, as well as give them strategies for student success. Level of Mandate: “soft mandate” whereby students will be told about the requirement to complete eCHECKUP TO GO however it will not impact their ability to register for classes Implementation Steps: 1. A letter will be sent to both the new student and parent/guardian by the President of the University in either late
spring or early summer notifying them of the eCHECKUP TO GO requirement, along with a link to translated letters in Spanish and Hmong for those non-English speaking parents. This letter will also refer parents to a link that gives them suggestions on how to talk to their college students about alcohol safety.
2. New students will be given a reminder about the eCHECKUP TO GO requirement at Dog Days in the form of a pen as well as a banner on stage at the SSU.
3. New students checking into University Courtyard will be given another reminder in the form of: a. A key chain for their new dorm keys with one side reminding them of eCHECKUP TO GO and the other side
giving them the signs of alcohol poisoning/overdose with a phone number to campus police b. A reminder leaflet at the Information Fair c. Reminder table tents placed on tables during their first meal at the RDH
4. Send a reminder email to new students who have not completed eCHECKUP TO GO. 5. Added as of 1/30/13: invite same group of students to take the eCHECKUP TO GO assessment six months later to
assess any changes in behavior. Furnish them with opportunity to win prize raffle.
Timeline: 1. Late spring/early summer – letter from President to go out to all new students and parents/guardians about
eCHECKUP TO GO requirement 2. Dog Days – pens distributed as well as banner posted 3. University Courtyard Move In Day – distribution of key chain in all dorm rooms 4. First Meal in RDH – placement of table tents 5. University Courtyard Information Fair – distribution of reminder leaflets 6. Monday, August 19th – reminder email to go out to students who have not yet completed eCHECKUP TO GO survey 7. Friday, August 23rd – deadline by which students will be required to complete eCHECKUP TO GO survey 8. Added as of 1/30/13: February 23rd – deadline by which students will be re-invited to complete eCHECKUP TO GO
survey Content of Letter from President: 1. Use wording that eCHECKUP TO GO survey is required. 2. Discuss philosophy of University, the University’s alcohol policy as well as the fact that alcohol safety is Fresno
State’s priority. Next Steps: 1. Purchase eCHECKUP TO GO survey from SDSU. 2. Tailor eCHECKUP TO GO to Fresno State. 3. Confirm exact dates of activities such as Dog Days, University Courtyard move-in day, Housing Information Fair, date
of first meal at RDH. 4. Obtain commitment from new University President to sign letter. 5. Draft letter from President. 6. Translate letter into Spanish and Hmong. 7. Identify website or create pdf that gives parents tips on how to talk with their college-aged kids about alcohol safety. 8. Purchase and create artwork for pens, banner and key chains. 9. Draft email reminder to student. 10. Contact University Communications to identify email merge program to send reminder to students about eCHECKUP
TO GO. 11. Added as of 1/30/13: identify incentive prize raffle for six month follow-up, draft follow up email or letter to
students inviting them to complete eCHECKUP TO GO survey.
Biennial Alcohol Policy Report: 2009-2011 California State University, Fresno