Biennial Review of Purdue University’s
Alcohol and Other Drug Programs
2008-2010
Heather Beasley
Director of Programs and Recreation, Purdue Memorial Union
Eric Chin
Captain, Purdue University Police Department
Lisa Heinold
Administrator of Conduct, University Residences
Kasi Jones
Senior Assistant Director, Student Access, Transitions and Success
Mark Kebert
Director of Risk Management
Cheryl Laszynski
Worklife Administrator, Vice President for Human Resources
Kathy Lawhead
Associate Director, Division of Recreational Sports
Tammy Loew (Chair)
Health Advocacy Coordinator, Student Wellness Office
Colleen Maguire
Staff Therapist, Purdue University Student Health Center
Pablo Malavenda
Associate Dean of Students
Sandra Monroe
Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs
Jeff Stefancic
Associate Dean of Students
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The Drug Free Schools and Campuses Regulations (34 CFR Part 86) of the Drug-Free Schools and
Communities Act (DFSCA) require an institution of higher education (IHE) such as Purdue University to
certify it has adopted and implemented programs to prevent the abuse of alcohol and use or distribution
of illicit drugs both by Purdue students and employees both on its premises and as a part of any of its
activities. At a minimum each institution of higher education must annually distribute the following in
writing to all students and employees:
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Standards of conduct that clearly prohibit the unlawful possession, use or distribution of illicit
drugs and alcohol by students and employees
A description of the legal sanctions under local, state, or federal law for the unlawful possession
or distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol
A description of any drug or alcohol counseling, treatment, or rehabilitation or re-entry programs
that are available to employees or students
A clear statement that the institution will impose sanctions on students and employees and a
description of those sanctions, up to and including expulsion or termination of employment and
referral for prosecution, for violations of the standards of conduct
The law further requires that the institution conduct a biennial review of its program with the following
objectives: (1) determining the effectiveness of the policy and implementing changes to the Alcohol and
Other Drug (AOD) program if they are needed; and (2) to ensure that the sanctions developed are
enforced consistently.
The biennial review must also include a determination as to: (1) the number of drug- and alcohol-related
violations and fatalities occurring on the campus or as part of their activities that are reported to campus
officials; and (2) the number and type of sanctions the IHEs impose on students or employees as a result
of such violations or fatalities.
Purdue acknowledges its legal obligation to conduct a biennial review of compliance with the Drug-Free
Schools and Communities Act and authorized an administrative review to be conducted to determine if
the University fulfills the requirements of the aforementioned Federal regulations.
Tammy Loew, the Health Advocacy Coordinator in the Student Wellness Office, formed a committee to
participate in the review process. The members of the review committee include:
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Heather Beasley, Director of Programs and Recreation, Purdue Memorial Union
Eric Chin, Captain, Purdue University Police Department
Lisa Heinold, Administrator of Conduct, University Residences
Kasi Jones, Senior Assistant Director, Student Access, Transitions and Success
Mark Kebert, Director of Risk Management
Cheryl Laszynski, Worklife Administrator, Vice President for Human Resources
Kathy Lawhead, Associate Director, Division of Recreational Sports
Colleen Maguire, Staff Therapist, Purdue University Student Health Center
Pablo Malavenda, Associate Dean of Students
Sandy Monroe, Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs
Jeff Stefancic, Associate Dean of Students
The following campus units provided information for this report:
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College of Consumer and Family Sciences, Hotel and Tourism Management
Counseling and Psychological Services
Division of Recreational Sports
Human Resources
Intercollegiate Athletics
Interfraternity Council, Panhellenic and Purdue Cooperative Council
Office of the Provost
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Purdue Student Union Board
Purdue University Police Department
ROTC Units (Army ROTC, Air Force ROTC, Naval ROTC)
School of Nursing
School of Pharmacy
School of Veterinary Medicine
Student Activities and Organizations, (ODOS)
Student Wellness Office, (PUSH)
The Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities, (ODOS)
The Office of the Dean of Students
The Office of the Vice President of Student Affairs
University Residences
The intention of this document is to meet the legal requirements of conducting a biennial review and also
summarize the programs and activities related to alcohol and drug prevention on Purdue’s campus during
the 2008-2009 and 2009-2010 academic years.
Materials Reviewed
The following materials and programs were examined for the biennial review:
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Complying with The Drug-Free Schools and Campuses Regulations (EDGAR Part 86), A Guide for
University and Campus Regulations prepared by the Higher Education Center
The Higher Education Amendments of 1998 (P.L. 105-244) and the Drug-Free Schools and
Communities Act Amendments of 1989 (P.L. 101-226) and related commentary and general provisions
Higher Education Center for Alcohol and Other Drug Prevention
Regulatory changes to the Higher Education Opportunity Act in Section 107, which require future
reports of the number of drug and alcohol related violations and fatalities that have occurred on the
institutions campus as a part of the institutions activities that are reported to campus officials
Executive Memorandum No. C-44 Purdue University Policy, Alcohol and Drug-Free Campus and
Workplace Policy, revised June 12, 1998
Previous Biennial Review reports
Alcohol and Other Drug Policy documents distributed to all faculty, students and staff
Indiana Alcoholic Beverage Laws
Environmental Approaches to Alcohol at Purdue University, prepared by Tammy Loew
Purdue University Police Department drug and alcohol arrest reports
A report from Counseling and Psychological Services on the Alcohol and Drug Programs offered to
provide treatment specifically for traditional aged college students
Annual reports compiled by conduct staff from the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities
University Residences Guidelines and policies related to alcohol and drugs
Summaries of conduct case from University Residences
Purdue Alcohol Awareness
Purdue Alcohol and Other Drug Policy Guide
Campus Community Bar Retail Coalition
Purdue Parents
Overview of the Grand Alternative, prepared by Carol Ben Davies, assistant dean of students
Purdue University Department of Intercollegiate Athletics Drug Testing Program
School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences 2010 Student Handbook
Pages 5 and 6 focus on policies for students regarding drugs and alcohol
Drug and alcohol policies for Army ROTC, Air Force ROTC, and Naval ROTC
Summary of AOD Prevention Programs presented by PSUB and the Division of Recreational Sports,
prepared by Heather Beasley and Kathy Lawhead, program advisors
Summary of AOD Programs sponsored by Interfraternity Council (IFC), Panhellenic and Purdue
Cooperative Council (PCC) provided by Kyle Pendleton, assistant dean of students
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Department of Hospitality and Tourism Management (HTM 49100) Responsible Alcohol Service
Certification Program
Purdue University Course Catalogue
School of Veterinary Medicine Student Handbook
School of Nursing Student Handbook
Compliance with Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act
Purdue University continues to remain in compliance with the requirements of the Drug-Free Schools and
Communities Act. Purdue has adopted and implemented programs to prevent the abuse of alcohol and
use or distribution of illicit drugs both by Purdue students and employees both on its premises and as a
part of any of its activities, as demonstrated through this biennial review. In addition, Purdue has a written
policy on alcohol and other drugs and has developed a thorough method for distributing this policy to
every student and employee. The written materials annually distributed contain the following information:
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Standards of conduct that prohibit unlawful possession, use or distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol
on it property or as a part of its activities
A description of the health risks associated with the use of illicit drugs and abuse of alcohol
A description of applicable legal sanctions under local, state or federal law
A description of counseling or treatment programs
A clear statement and description of the disciplinary sanctions the institution will impose on students
and employees.
Purdue utilizes a comprehensive framework to address alcohol and other drug use by implementing the
following environmental strategies: Education, Social Life, Academics, Policy, Enforcement, and
Intervention. An overview of each strategy is described in this document.
Education
Social Life
Academics
Policy
Enforcement
Intervention
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Policy
Purdue policies on alcohol and drugs are seen in every area of campus life. Some of the most common
are found in University Residences, various departments in the Office of the Dean of Students, and in
specific University Regulations on possession of alcohol and other drugs on campus. Several of the
policies are listed below:
Federally Mandated Policy:
Distribution
The Federally Mandated Policy about alcohol and other drugs is distributed annually to each staff
member and student.
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In 2008-2009, the faculty and staff Alcohol and Drug-Free Campus and Workplace Policy was
included in Inside Purdue, a newsletter sent to all 13,500 Purdue employees through campus mail.
An additional 900 copies were also printed for new employees. The student Alcohol and Other Drug
Policy Guide was mailed to approximately 40,000 students in November 2008.
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In 2009-2010, the faculty and staff Alcohol and Drug-Free Campus and Workplace Policy was included in
Purdue Today, an online newsletter sent to all Purdue employees. It included a summary of material
required by the Department of Education with a link to the entire document (PDF). The student Alcohol
and Other Drug Policy Guide was e-mailed to 40,000 Purdue students in March 2010. It also included a
summary of material meeting the requirements of the Department of Education and included a link to a
website with additional information. Those students who did not have e-mails or whose e-mail messages
bounced back as undeliverable received the information in a letter which was mailed to their local
address.
Websites that address Purdue policies:
Staff, students, and visitors can find Purdue policies on several websites:
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Alcohol -and Drug-Free Campus Workplace Policy
Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities
Purdue Alcohol Awareness
Purdue Alcohol and Other Drug Policy Guide
Purdue University Housing Guidelines
University Regulations
Vice President for Human Resources
University Regulations Summary:
Purdue University is committed to providing students, faculty, staff, and visitors a safe and healthful
campus and workplace. The University recognizes the health risks associated with controlled substance
use and alcohol misuse and is committed to supporting students and employees who seek treatment for
these conditions. The University also recognizes that controlled substance use and alcohol misuse
diminish workplace and campus safety and undermine the University’s ability to fulfill its missions of
education, research, and service. The University has therefore developed this Alcohol- and Drug-Free
Campus and Workplace Policy. Compliance with this policy is considered a condition of employment and
attendance at the University. All employees and students will be notified of this policy by publication.
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Student Organizations Summary:
Use of Alcoholic Beverages
1. All Purdue students are responsible for complying with the Indiana state laws. Attention is called
to the Indiana Alcoholic Beverages Law that states specifically:
a. No person under 21 years of age may use or be in possession of alcoholic beverages.
b. Persons 21 or over may not make alcoholic beverages available to minors.
c. Misrepresentation of age for the purpose of purchasing alcoholic beverages is a violation of
state law.
2. In addition to Indiana state laws, the following University regulations apply:
a. The University prohibits the possession, consumption, distribution, or sale of alcoholic beverages,
as defined by state law, in or on any University property, with the following exceptions:
• Personal possession and consumption of alcoholic beverages are permitted in Purdue Village
(family apartments only), resident rooms in Hawkins Hall occupied exclusively by graduate
students, and by registered occupants of guest rooms in the Union Club and Hawkins Hall
subject to compliance with all University regulations and applicable Indiana state laws.
• Possession, consumption, distribution, and sale of alcoholic beverages are permitted,
with advance approval by the Executive Vice President and Treasurer or his/her
designee, in areas designated by the University and under the supervision of the Purdue
Memorial Union or the Department of Hospitality and Tourism Management, subject to
compliance with all University regulations and applicable Indiana state laws.
University Residences:
Each year, University Residences trains about 280 resident assistant staff to enforce the community
standards for a population of up to 12,000 resident students regarding alcohol and drugs. Each resident is
provided a document highlighting the community standards at check-in and also referred to housing
guidelines for more information. The University Residences’ alcohol and drug policies are defined as follows:
• Students are prohibited from consuming, transporting, and distributing alcohol; possessing or being
in the presence of alcohol; or exhibiting disruptive behavior influenced by the use of alcohol. Alcohol
found by staff will be disposed of immediately. Persons found in violation of this policy will be subject
to University Residences administrative or disciplinary sanctions listed below, as determined
progressively and proportionately appropriate based on the situation:
• Warning and/or probationary period
• Contact with parent/guardian
• Referral to an alcohol education program. The program required by Purdue University Counseling
and Psychological Services will cost the resident a fee of up to $125.
• Other educationally based actions
• Termination of the housing contract
• Referral for University sanctioning
• Possible arrest, imprisonment, or fine according to state alcohol laws
Hawkins Hall - Hawkins residents and guests under 21 years of age are subject to the alcohol
policy as defined above for University Residences. However, alcohol consumption is permitted
for Hawkins residents and guests 21 years of age and older, and then only in private, in the
areas of the building designated as "over 21." Alcohol is not permitted in public areas of the
facility or on restricted floors. Kegs of beer are not allowed. Residents are prohibited from
exhibiting disruptive behavior influenced by the use of alcohol.
Purdue Village – Residents and guests of Purdue Village single undergraduate housing on
State Street are subject to the above University Residences alcohol policy no matter their age.
Residents and guests of Purdue Village single graduate student housing, buildings designated
for undergraduates age 21 and older, or Purdue Village family housing may have alcohol inside
their apartment for personal use if they are 21 years of age or older. Alcohol is not permitted in
any outside area, including parking lots, picnic areas, or the Purdue Village Community Center.
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Any type of recreational drug is strictly prohibited from University Residences’ facilities and property.
Drugs that fall into this category include, but are not limited to, the following: marijuana, hashish,
hash oil, cocaine, crack, LSD, inhalants, stimulants, depressants, hallucinogens, narcotics, designer
drugs, anabolic steroids, and other substances that alter one's mental state. Students are prohibited
from possessing, consuming, transporting, dealing, being in the presence of, or exhibiting disruptive
behavior influenced by the use of the aforementioned substances. Students are also prohibited from
possessing paraphernalia such as bongs, deseeding trays, roach clips, one-hitters, etc. Anyone
found in violation of this policy may have his or her housing contract terminated and may be subject
to University disciplinary action and possible arrest, imprisonment, or fine according to state and
federal laws. Should an educational program be required, a cost to the student may be incurred.
Fraternity & Sorority Life Social Practice Initiative
Interfraternity Council (IFC) and Panhellenic have worked for the last few years to reform their risk
management policies. The outline of their new policies and initiatives is listed below:
Strategic Objective:
Creating a safer Purdue University fraternity/sorority community through the adherence of the following:
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How alcohol gets to the event (access)
Who is at the event (attendance)
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Policy Alignment
Required Event Management Practices
Education and Training
Accountability through compliance monitoring
Meaningful discipline
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TIPS Certification and training
Joint Social Policy: If alcohol is present, chapters are expected to follow Fraternity Information
Programming Group (FIPG) Guidelines for BYOB/third party vendors
Creation of Caliber, an independent student organization
Punishment must speak to the crime
Create an increased risk of detection
Server Training Policy for Union Employees
Every person holding a liquor license is required to have server training and pass a test. The class, “Indiana
ATC Certified Server Training Program,” gives a general overview of Indiana State laws regarding the
serving and consumption of alcohol, punitive damages both to the server and to the individual, recognizing
inebriation levels, recognizing false (and correct) identification, handling situations with alcohol, etc.
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Education
Many departments on campus are involved in educating students, staff, and parents about alcohol and
other drugs. Below is a summary of Purdue’s initiatives:
Prevention for Parents:
Letter to Parents
Each year, the Vice President for Student Affairs sends a letter to the parents of all first-year students
encouraging them to talk with their sons and daughters about choices regarding alcohol use and the
availability of campus resources.
Parent Video
The parent video site was created for parents of first-year students. Information about the site was
included in the letter to parents and was also linked from the University Residences parent page, Purdue
Police page, the parent fund newsletter, and in some academic department newsletters.
University Residences Parent Association (URPA)
Parents who sign up for the program receive a monthly online newsletter, Hallways Express
and two mailed issues of Hallways.
Both include information pertaining to alcohol and other drug use.
Purdue University Police Department Parent Page
The parent webpage provides parents easy access to information regarding local
healthcare facilities, media outlets, alcohol awareness, security best practices and other
pertinent information.
Student Access Transitions and Success Programs (SATS)
Parents receive a family calendar which includes information about alcohol and other drugs.
Prevention for Students:
Purdue Wellness Survey
In order to better understand student behavior, Purdue surveys students to measure alcohol, tobacco, and
other drug use. The Purdue Wellness Survey was sent to all Purdue students during February-March 2009.
Total subjects were 6,499. The results show a decrease in high-risk drinking and many consequences from
the previous 2007-2008 school year. The survey was not administered during 2009-2010.
Key findings: Alcohol use among undergraduates
Binge drinking in the previous two weeks (Consuming 5 or more drinks in one sitting.)
First-year students binge drinking in the previous 2 weeks
Key findings: Consequences of alcohol and other drug use by undergraduates
Have been in trouble with police, residence hall, or other college authorities
Have driven a car while under the influence
Have been hurt or injured
Have been taken advantage of sexually
Have performed poorly on a test or important project
Have done something they later regretted
Have missed a class
Have had a hangover
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2009
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Key findings: Marijuana use
Used marijuana in the past year
Yearly marijuana users who used marijuana in the past 30 days
Key findings: Illegal use of prescription drugs
Used Adderall without a prescription in the past year
Used Ritalin without a prescription in the past year
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Boiler Gold Rush
Student Access Transitions and Success (SATS) conducts an orientation program for over 5,000 first-year
students, which is held the week prior to the start of fall semester. Some highlights:
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Alcohol poisoning cards were included in all new student folders.
The Conduct and Choices presentation included Purdue statistics from the Office of the Dean of
Students, University Residences, Purdue University Police Department, and the Student
Wellness Office. It also included student testimonies.
Student leaders facilitated break-out sessions after the Conduct and Choices presentation about
accountability and responsibility.
Student leaders signed a contract on accountability before Boiler Gold Rush. Example below• As a SATS Leader, I understand that once accepting the Team Supervisor position I will
conduct myself in a professional manner for the duration of my term. I will not drink alcohol
while wearing any BGR attire, sponsor BGR parties where alcohol or illegal drugs are being
provided, or in any way conduct myself in a manner that the Professional Staff deem
unbecoming of a SATS Leader.
Social Media Campaigns
There were several media campaigns distributed during 2008-2010 that addressed alcohol poisoning,
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providing alcohol to minors, drunk driving, hosting safe parties (for off-campus students), 21 birthday
cards, adderall and marijuana. A summary of the campaigns is listed below.
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Alcohol poisoning cards: Wallet-sized cards were distributed to 13,701 students
over two years.
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Dude – Dude, “Don’t be an Idiot” campaign on alcohol poisoning: included
posters, door hangers, banners, BTV, City Bus contract
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Adderall Abuse: Included posters, banners, BTV, CityBus contract.
Campaign survey results of 4,000 students in spring 2010:
• 12% have used Adderall without a prescription this semester
• 21% said they used less Adderall without a prescription this semester
because of the campaign
• 6% have shared or sold Adderall this semester
• 18% said they shared or sold less Adderall this semester because of the campaign
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Purdue Student Government and President’s Office: Sent 8401 cards during twoyear period.
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Data from 2008-2009: 6% of students said they consumed less alcohol
because of receiving the card.
Drunk-Driving: Halloween-themed posters distributed at apartments, residence halls, fraternities
and sororities, BTV, and cooperative houses
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Providing Alcohol to Minors: “Big Mistake” campaign on the change in Indiana law
regarding the consequences for providing alcohol to minors. Included posters,
banners, BTV, and CityBus contract. Campaign survey results of 4,000 students:
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Marijuana campaign: Included posters, banners, BTV, CityBus contract. Campaign
survey results of 4,000 students in spring 2010:
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2008-2009: 35.9% of students that saw the campaign thought it would impact
students in a positive way.
2009-2010:
• 5% of students under 21 were less likely to seek alcohol from someone 21 and older
because of the campaign.
• 1% of students 21 and older were less likely to purchase alcohol for minors because of
the campaign.
• Note: 74% of students who are 21 and older said they do not purchase alcohol for minors.
24% used marijuana during the semester they took the survey
Of those that used marijuana, one student reported using less marijuana because of the campaign
Hosting a Safe Party: Collaborated with West Lafayette to distribute magnets to 34
apartment complexes, West Lafayette Police, campus departments. Total two-year
distribution: 17,522 cards
Boiler Television (BTV) in University Residences:
University Residences has two television channels where they can provide a vehicle for
alcohol and drug-related programs. They do this in a few ways:
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Placing ads for student, staff, and facility groups
Running public service announcements (PSA’s) between movies
Playing movies which can be used for educational programming, which may include movie
discussion guides.
Grand Prix Convocation:
The Office of the Dean of Students, Panhellenic Association, Interfraternity Council, and Purdue
Cooperative Council co-sponsor the Grand Prix Convocation. Held in Elliott Hall of Music before Grand
Prix, it is attended by over 80% of Purdue’s fraternities, sororities, cooperative houses. The event
features a speaker who discusses alcohol use and misuse. In addition to the Grand Prix Convocation, the
Office of the Dean of Students also sponsors the Community Standards Panel. This event features
representatives from local law enforcement, the Tippecanoe County prosecutor’s office and the Office of
Student Rights and Responsibilities. This event is designed specifically for housing unit presidents and
risk managers and allows them to learn more about responsible event management during Grand Prix
and Grand Alternative. Each year, approximately 110 students attend the Community Standards Panel.
Additional Educational Initiatives:
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Reality Check Newsletter: Bi-monthly newsletter sent to campus and community
partners. It addresses substance abuse issues such as lowering the drinking
age, data, and alcohol and energy drinks.
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How Purdue Addresses Alcohol: Environmental examination of the ways Purdue
addresses alcohol from an academic, social life, educational, policy,
enforcement, and intervention perspective. The document was distributed to
several offices, departments and campus partners.
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Student Success Guide: Booklet for all first-year students with contact information
about offices and services on campus. It includes information about alcohol and the
available resources on campus.
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Student Organization Officers and Advisors: Attend a mandatory orientation each
year where alcohol issues and policies are addressed.
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Drug Awareness Programs in University Residences (Harrison Hall): In 2008-2009 and 2009-2010,
over 660 students participated in a drug awareness program in University Residences. During both
years, students heard from a panel, which included representation from Purdue Police, University
Residences, the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities, and the Prosecutor’s Office.
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Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) Programming: Alcohol and other drug abuse
presentations were delivered throughout the campus community to 492 students during the 20082009 academic year, and to 177 students during the 2009–2010 academic year. Further, CAPS
staff members teach “Life Skills” courses each fall semester to first-year Naval ROTC and student
athletes. These courses include curriculum focused upon alcohol and other drug concerns. In
the 2008-2009 academic year, these courses were delivered to 267 students and in the 20092010 academic year, these courses were delivered to 229 students.
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Purdue websites that focus on alcohol and other drug education:
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Hired Mentors in Violence Prevention (MVP) to talk with coaches and teams about alcohol
and sexual assaults
Athletic Training staff and coaches discuss alcohol and drugs with every team
Issues are addressed with Boilermaker Athletic Council and the Emerging Leaders Meetings
Community Service… Athletes visit schools during Red Ribbon Week
Campus Community Bar Retail Coalition
One-Stop Health Shop: Information for student projects on alcohol and other drugs as well as
downloadable bulletin boards
Purdue Alcohol Awareness
Purdue Alcohol and Other Drug Policy Guide
Purdue Parents
Purdue University Fire Department
Purdue University Police Department
21st birthday
Purdue University Police Department Programming on Alcohol and Other Drug Issues:
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Alcohol Program (General Informational Discussion)
Alcohol Student Awareness Program (ASAP)
Campus Safety
Citizens Police Academy
Counselor Orientation/Training
Crime Prevention
Drug Recognition
Gang Prevention – Safety
International Student Programs
Air Force ROTC Presentation
Personal Safety
Purdue Counseling Round Table
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Rape Aggression Defense (RAD)
Rape Prevention
Residence Hall Facilities Manager Orientation
Robbery Training
Society, Policy, and Drugs Class
Strategic Planning
Campus-based organizations:
Campus-based organizations collaborate on education, policy, and enforcement.
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Campus Community Bar Retail Coalition: This group was formed in 2001. In 2008, the West Lafayette
Police Chief joined Student Wellness Office staff member as co-facilitator. There were four meetings
during 2008-2009 and three in 2009-2010. Combined two-year attendance: 318
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Alcohol Task Force: This group met during 2009-2010 year to address alcohol issues on campus.
Meeting topics included investigating AlcoholEdu for the Purdue campus, addressing high BAC
levels, and football tailgating. In addition, over 60 campus partners attended an Alcohol Summit to
discuss high BAC levels and brainstorm ideas to pursue in fall 2010. Suggestions included:
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Developing social marketing campaigns that address high blood alcohol concentration levels,
pregaming, and alcohol and energy drinks
Exploring medical amnesty
Considering AlcoholEdu for our campus
Increasing education, including expanding peer education opportunities on campus
Engaging faculty and partnering with religious organizations
Community Partnership Team: The Community Partnership Team consists of university and West
Lafayette Community members. Alcohol issues have been addressed at team meetings. In 2008 and
2009, members of the teams joined with students and neighborhood volunteers to go door-to-door to
visit the near-campus houses and rental properties. Included in their packet of literature was
information on responsible entertaining and magnets with “How to host a party without getting busted.”
Certifications and Affiliations:
Several Staff members are certified in the following:
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Choices (ODOS/SAO, UR, OSRR, CAPS, SWO)
Ladder of Risk (ODOS/SAO)
TiPS Certified Trainers (ODOS/SAO/OSRR, UR, SWO)
Involvement in community/state organizations and coalitions that address alcohol and other drug issues:
Campus members are represented on several outside organizations that address alcohol and other drug
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Drug-Free Coalition of Tippecanoe County (ODOS, PUPD, OSRR, SWO)
Governor’s Advisory Council for the Strategic Prevention Framework/State Incentive Grant,
overseeing a $14,500,000 grant to address substance abuse (SWO)
Indiana Coalition to Reduce Underage Drinking (ICRUD), setting alcohol policy initiatives for the state (SWO)
Indiana Collegiate Action Network (SWO)
Enforcing Underage Drinking Laws (EUDL), providing input on statewide agency direction on
underage drinking (SWO)
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Social Life
Many Purdue areas have made a strong commitment to ensuring that Purdue students have access to
substance-free events. Here are some websites that offer information on what’s available for students:
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Purdue Calendar: Lists all events on campus.
Purdue Athletics: Check out the schedules for all athletic sporting events.
Purdue Convocations: Catch 30-40 entertainment events each year.
Grand Alternative: Held each spring, Grand Alternative is substance-free fun during Grand Prix Week,
with over 50 events occurring throughout the week.
Purdue Student Union Board: The Purdue Student Union Board (PSUB) provides a variety of
programs and services that enrich and entertain.
Purdue Theater: Purdue’s Theater department presents several plays throughout the year.
Recreational Sports Center (RSC): Over 5,000 people pass through the doors of the Recreational
Sports Center each day.
Student Activities and Organizations (SAO) Flyerboard: Find out what student organizations have
scheduled by checking out the flyerboard.
In addition, several organizations, departments, and student groups plan special events throughout the
year. Here are some of them:
Grand Alternative:
Grand Alternative is sponsored by Student Activities and Organizations, a division of the Office of the
Dean of Students. This is a collaborative effort among the Student Wellness Office, Purdue Student
Union Board, and Division of Recreational Sports. Mini-grants for student organizations are made
possible by a grant from the Drug-Free Coalition of Tippecanoe County.
The Coalition awarded the Office of the Dean of Students $5483.50 for Grand Alternative 2008-2009 and
$10,000 for 2009-2010. During each of those two years, over 40 events were sponsored by 50
organizations. Approximately 17,000 Purdue students participated in one or more Grand Alternative events.
Activities included inflatable games, root beer keg parties, and carnivals, barbeques, and athletics events.
Purdue Student Union Board (PSUB) and the Recreational Sports Center (RSC)
The Purdue Student Union Board (PSUB), the all campus student programming board, plans events
throughout the school year, of which some fall into the category of Late Night Programming occurring on
Wednesday–Saturday evenings. Events range from Poetry Slams, Purdue After Darks (held in
conjunction with RSC), Open Mic Nights, Flicks at Fowler (free movies), Crafts, etc. All of these events are
held for free to students or at a much discounted price. While PSUB puts on numerous events throughout
the school year, the ones that fall in the realm of this report had the following results:
2008-2009: 45 Events with over 12,300 people in attendance.
2009-2010: 73 Events with over 20,453 people in attendance.
The Recreational Sports Center (RSC) encourages a healthy lifestyle by promoting, supporting, and
hosting healthy activities throughout the year. Over 5,000 students access the RSC every day,
participating in club sports, classes, work out on the equipment, basketball, etc. In addition, they host
several special social events on weekend nights. Events included:
2008-2009: 3,375 in attendance
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80’s Flash Dance (Collaboration with PSUB)
Stress-Free Friday
Boilermaker Blastoff
Fun Around the World
Friday Night Field Day
Carnival Night (Collaboration with PSUB)
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2009-2010: 3,800 in attendance
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Beat the Fighting Irish
Fright Fest
Stress-Free Friday
Cabin Fever (Collaboration with PSUB)
Fun Around the World
Carnival Night (Collaboration with PSUB)
Substance Free Tailgating:
BoilerZone is an alcohol and substance-free tailgating experience for Purdue students during home
football games and includes games, food and other entertainment. BoilerZone is sponsored by Purdue
Student Government (PSG), Purdue Student Union Board (PSUB) Student Wellness Office (SWO),
Residential Life and the Recreational Sports Center (RSC). It is funded through a grant from the Coalition
for a Drug-Free Tippecanoe County and with funding from PSG, RSC, SWO and Residential Life.
This event provides a structured substance free event on campus for students. Student leaders are involved with
every aspect of the programming providing programming and leadership development for the students involved.
Thursday at the Theater:
Thursday at the Theatre is a late night initiative showing the latest movies at Hillenbrand Dining Hall.
Thursday at the Theatre is sponsored by Purdue Student Government (PSG), Purdue Student Union
Board (PSUB) Student Wellness Office (SWO), Residential Life and the Recreational Sports Center
(RSC); and funded through a grant from the Coalition for a Drug-Free Tippecanoe County and funding
from PSG, RSC, SWO and Residential Life.
This event provides a structured substance free event on campus for students. Student leaders are involved with
every aspect of the programming providing programming and leadership development for the students involved.
Academics
Many academic units address alcohol and other drugs through policies in the classrooms, curriculum
infusion, and research. An overview of the programs and classes offered during 2008-2009 and 20092010 is listed below, as well as links to some websites that address alcohol in the classroom:
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Websites:
o Managing Classroom Behavior:
o School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences 2010 Student Handbook:
o School of Veterinary Medicine Student Handbook:
o School of Nursing Student Handbook:
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Data Document for Faculty and Staff: In 2008, this document was sent to 2,020 campus faculty and
staff members with data, recommendations on addressing alcohol in the classroom, and education
about the campus climate. The document included comments from two academic deans, a faculty
member, academic advisor, Purdue Police, and the president of Purdue Student Government.
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Excerpt from “Managing Classroom Behavior,” a document for faculty and teaching assistants:
The odor of alcohol impurities emitting from a student may lead one to believe the student is
intoxicated. This may be more annoying than disruptive. The focus should be on the behavior,
whether alcohol-induced or from some other cause, and be treated in a like manner as discussed
in this document. Informing the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities about the alcohol
observation is useful in addressing potential problems. Most likely the student is clueless about the
social signals being conveyed. The odor of alcohol can linger from consumption the night before
the class. Such an odor can be distracting to other students in the vicinity. The Office of Student
Rights and Responsibilities would like to be advised of the situation to help take corrective action.
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EDPS class for first-year students in Intercollegiate Athletics: Two sessions deal with drugs,
alcohol, and sexual responsibility.
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Engineering 104: In 2008, CAPS, Student Wellness Office, Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities
collaborated to speak about alcohol issues to 400 students in 16 sections of Engineering 104.
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Purdue Promise: A program that helps eligible Twenty-First Century Scholars be successful at
Purdue. Students receive a combination of support services and financial aid. During class, they
address accountability and responsibility with a section on alcohol. The class covers Indiana laws
and understanding BAC levels. It includes educational games on alcohol awareness. The new
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students in program are reminded of their signed contract from 6 -8 grades regarding conduct
and choices. This signed pledge carries on through college.
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School of Engineering Education: E-letter for first-year engineering program students—addresses
relevant issues for student success, including alcohol and other drug misuse and abuse.
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HK 231 – Substance Abuse and Health—semester-long class addresses alcohol and other drug issues.
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MCMP 316 - (PHPR 316) Drug Abuse Education: Students learn about chemical dependencies/
addictions and are taught and present a drug abuse education program to middle school students.
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HTM 49100: Taught by Professor Bill Jaffe, each student must pass a Responsible Alcohol Service
Certification program. The program covers: How alcohol affects the Body; Laws and regulations
applying to the service of alcohol; Understanding, supporting and applying the fundamentals of
Responsible Service of Beverage Alcohol. In January 2010, the course content changed from
Serv-Safe to the State of Indiana Responsible Server Program. Purdue- West Lafayette and HTM
are one of the few University programs requiring its students to take and pass a Responsible
Alcohol Service program as a requirement to receive their degree. Many, while offering similar
programs, do so on an elective basis. About 150 students are certified yearly in this program.
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Soc 35200 – (ANTH 35200) Drugs, Culture, and Society: The course provides an overview of the social
and cultural underpinnings of drug use across societies. Students engage with various topics, including
addiction, global markets, drug epidemics, public policy, and cross-cultural differences in drug use.
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School of Pharmacy Outreach: Prof. Krause’s Drug Abuse/Addiction Education course furthers the
education of 32 Doctor of Pharmacy students by increasing his/her communication abilities and drug
abuse/addiction knowledge, and allowing students to deliver that knowledge as community outreach.
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Purdue Police Classroom Programs: During the 2008-2009 and 2009-2010 school years, Purdue
University Police presented information on substance abuse in the following classes:
o English 101,102,102,409
o BS 199R, Strategies for a Successful First Year
o Communications 114
o Women’s Contemporary Health
Enforcement
The three primary venues on campus that enforce policies and laws regarding alcohol and other drug use
are the Purdue Police, University Residences and the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities
(OSRR). In addition, the Office of the Dean of Students assesses sanctions to student organizations in
violations of University Regulations. Data from those offices are listed below.
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University Residences
The following data summarizes University Residences conduct stats regarding alcohol and other drug incidents.
University Residences Alcohol Policy
Residents sanctioned for policy violations
2008-09
586
2009-10
511
Educational Sanctions applied for Alcohol Policy violations
Choices Program (90 min. in-residence prgm)
Early Intervention Alcohol Program (CAPS 4-8hr prgm)
2008-09
492
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2009-10
429
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University Residences Suspensions by AOD Policy violations
Alcohol
Drugs
2008-09
6
66
2009-10
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Purdue University Statistics as Reported by the Purdue University Police Department
Note: There was one student death reported on campus during the 2008-2009 school year that was
alcohol/drug related.
2008 STUDENT RESIDENTIAL FACILITY
TOTAL ON CAMPUS
NON-CAMPUS BUILDING/PROPERTY
PUBLIC PROPERTY
2009 STUDENT RESIDENTIAL FACILITY
TOTAL ON CAMPUS
NON-CAMPUS BUILDING/PROPERTY
PUBLIC PROPERTY
LIQUOR LAW VIOLATIONS
CAMPUS
DISCIPLINATRY ACTION ARRESTS
327
47
327
228
0
0
0
28
302
75
302
230
0
4
0
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DRUG LAW VIOLATIONS
CAMPUS
DISCIPLINARY ACTION ARRESTS
0
49
0
88
0
0
0
10
0
37
0
94
0
1
0
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**CRIMES REPORTED IN THE RESIDENTIAL FACILITIES COLUMN ARE INCLUDED IN THE ON
CAMPUS CATEGORY.
These statistics indicate cases as initially reported to the police. Further investigation may reveal the case was
unfounded or lacked sufficient evidence to result in the filing of criminal charges by the Prosecutor’s Office.
Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities (OSRR)
The staff in the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities review incident reports submitted from various
campus and community agencies and determining if there has been a violation of the Code of Student Conduct as
outlined in the University Regulations. A student who is found to be violation of the Code of Student Conduct may
be subject to sanctions as described in the University Regulations. These sanctions may include Administrative
Action (AA) which is the issuance of an oral or written warning or Disciplinary Procedures (DP) which may include
a sanction of disciplinary probation, probated suspension, suspension, or expulsion from the university. In all
student conduct cases, additional educational sanctions may also be assigned to assist the student in learning
from the incident that they were involved with. These educational sanctions may include referrals to campus
counseling offices for assessments on substance abuse issues, alcohol and/or drug education workshops,
reflective papers, community service, or on-going follow up meetings with staff in the OSRR office.
Listed below is a summary of the number of alcohol and drug related student conduct cases which have
been adjudicated by the OSRR Office.
Drug
Alcohol
Student Conduct Cases
2008-2009 (903
2009-2010 (946
total cases)
total cases)
133
95
439
392
Administrative Action
2008-2009 2009-2010
Disciplinary Probation
2008-2009
2009-2010
2
152
131
287
0
110
95
282
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In addition to the standard case resolution process, the OSRR has worked the past two years to continue
to strengthen partnerships around campus and in the community to address student behavior as it relates
to alcohol and other drug incidents. OSRR staff have partnered with the University’s Counseling and
Psychological Services (CAPS) area to formalize a referral process for at risk students who may be in
need of more formal assessments and counseling due to alcohol related behavior. In addition, staff has
worked with Academic Advisors, as well as minority and international student advisors, University
athletics staff and coaches, and professional programs to present information to students regarding the
university’s standards for conduct and the policies on alcohol and drugs for the campus.
Student Activities and Organizations (SAO)
The Student Activities and Organizations area of the Office of the Dean of Students is responsible for
student rights and responsibilities for recognized student organizations. SAO follows up on all allegations
of violations of the University regulations and state laws concerning alcohol. In 2008-2009, three student
organizations were sanctioned for alcohol violations. In 2009-2010, four student organizations were
sanctioned for alcohol violations. The sanctions always include educational requirements such as
requiring members to participate in alcohol awareness training and programs.
Intervention
Purdue has several options available for students and staff members who need to address alcohol and
other drug abuse issues. A summary is listed below:
Purdue’s Treatment Programs:
For Staff
Purdue HR WorkLife Programs’ Employee Assistance offers assessment, counseling and referral
services that are confidential and professional. Services are available to benefits-eligible faculty and staff,
official retirees, dependent family members, same-sex domestic partners, and families of deceased
employees. WorkLife Programs’ Employee Assistance’s primary objective is to provide a safe harbor
where one can address personal, family, or work-related issues.
Employee Assistance Program on-site data: Includes assessment and referrals for employees and families.
Alcohol
Drugs
2008-09
49
10
2009-10
39
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Additionally, as of January 2010, employee assistance services became available 24 hours a day, seven
days a week through CIGNA’s Choose Well, Live Well Personal Health Team.
Cigna Data: January 2010 through September 2010: Includes Employees and families.
Alcohol
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Drugs
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Human Resources Employee Relations Data Base: Information from all departments who may have had an incident.
Alcohol
Drugs
2008-09
2
1
2009-10
1
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Transportation: Commercial Drivers License: 2009-10: One pre-employment positive test resulting in no
hire. Random drug testing performed:
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For Students:
Counseling and Psychological Services
Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) provides an alcohol and other drug program which is
available to all students at the Purdue West Lafayette campus. These services include Alcohol and Other
Drug (AOD) evaluations, counseling, outreach programming, and educational classes which have been
designed to meet the specific developmental needs of college students. The mission of the program is to
provide brief motivational interventions which form the basis of cognitive-behavioral skill building and riskreduction with the aim toward behavior change.
The AOD program has been widely used by students who are referred by the court system (locally, as well as
those in other counties and states) for AOD evaluations, counseling, and educational interventions for both
alcohol and cannabis-related citations. CAPS also received referrals for alcohol and other drug services from
University Residences, the Naval ROTC, and fraternities and sororities during the two years of service
applicable to the current report. Overall, the AOD program served over 600 referrals between 2008-2010.
Alcohol & other drug related referrals
AOD Evaluations
Alcohol Education Classes
Cannabis Classes
intensive individual AOD psycho-educational sessions
2008-2009
345
70
277
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2009-2010
273
67
207
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In addition to students who are referred for alcohol and other drug treatment by other entities, CAPS staff
also provides individual therapy to students who seek substance-related treatment on their own accord.
Data for these students are not included here, as this information is intermingled with other clinical data.
Office of the Dean of Students:
Counselors in the Office of the Dean of Students provide confidential assistance for students who need help
in understanding themselves, in making adjustments and decisions based on insight gained in a counseling
relationship, in accepting responsibility for their choices, and in following a course of action to resolve the
smallest or largest of problems. Here are some data from the 2008-2009 and 2009-2010 school year.
Type
Academic
Career
Career -- Test Referral
Career -- Test Interpretation
Groups / Workshops
Abuse
Adjusting to Univ. Environment
Cultural Issues
Developmental Issues
Financial Counseling
Grief Reaction
Physical Health
Relationships
Sad / Depressed
Sexuality Issues
Stress Reaction
Suicide Issues
Harassment
Anxiety
2008-09
2123
233
55
47
57
83
165
174
83
676
191
65
247
160
73
256
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13
160
2009-10
1688
158
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363
52
172
167
130
326
182
21
230
156
57
140
31
13
98
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Summary
The appointed review committee conducted a comprehensive study of the alcohol and drug policy,
related programs, services and enforcement practices for academic years 2008-2009 and 2009-2010.
Purdue is in compliance with the Drug Free Schools and Campuses Regulations, has an effective AOD
policy, consistently enforces standards of behavior related to AOD abuse and distributes the policy in
writing to our students.
Purdue uses a comprehensive, environmental approach to address alcohol and other drug use on
campus, focusing on policy, education, social life, academics, enforcement and intervention. At Purdue,
we follow the national, evidence-informed recommendations made by the National Institute on Alcohol
Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) and the Social Ecological Framework. All components work together to
ensure that Purdue students and staff are in a safe and healthy environment.
In Biennial Review committee discussions, the group discussed that one of the main reasons behind the
strength of the comprehensive approach is the collaborative efforts by our many offices, departments,
and student groups on and off campus. Addressing alcohol and other drug issues together is one of the
hallmarks of our campus.
During our collaborative assessment and meetings during the 2009-2010 school year, Purdue developed a
series of recommendations for the future. While we have taken a strong, comprehensive approach, we
recognize that alcohol and other drug issues are always evolving and changing, and new strategies are needed.
Some of our new initiatives that were discussed during the past school year as well as by our Biennial
Review Committee include:
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A collaborative team spent the 2009-2010 school year investigating online education
programming. As a result, Purdue will implement AlcoholEdu during the 2011-2012 school year.
University Residences is piloting an “in-house” educational component in conjunction with a
conditional housing status for violations of the department’s drug policy by residents. Assignment
to the program is based on a case-by-case assessment of individual’s involvement in incidents
that are resolved through the standard conduct process for University Residences. The program
entails a series of meetings and assignments to provide participants the opportunity for personal
growth in a variety of topics.
Purdue Student Government is developing a new Medical Amnesty Policy, which will ensure that
students who need assistance for alcohol poisoning will receive necessary medical attention.
Boiler Gold Rush alcohol and other drug programming has moved away from a one-time speaker
to more peer testimony, explanation, and engagement.
Because of a strong push for more alcohol-free programming options, Purdue Student Union
Board has received increased funding from the University, which is resulting in increased latenight activities.
The Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities has begun to implement a Community Standards
Board process for student discipline cases which may result in the charged student being removed
from the university due to their conduct. As this process is still in its early stages, it will be more fully
assessed during the next Biennial cycle, however this process is designed to have an increased
number of university faculty, staff, and students involved in the decision making process around
serious discipline cases, many which involve elements of alcohol and/or drug use.
Student Activities and Organizations is taking proactive measures to reduce violations of
University regulations and state laws concerning alcohol with new initiatives to address changing
behaviors with student organizations. During the 2010-2011 academic year, new initiatives
include the following:
• Fraternity/Sorority Life instituted a Peer Education Model with Prevention Education Adjudication.
• SAO and Fraternity/Sorority Life also focused more effort on programs like the Ladder of Risk
and TiPS training.
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Since Cooperative Housing host similar social functions, guidelines used for
fraternities/sororities are being used with cooperative houses as well. Student leaders within
the cooperative housing community have been intentionally included in more discussion
about alcohol behavior and social practices.
• Social Responsibility Committees have also been established in each fraternity/sorority chapter.
A new Recreational Sports Center is being built on campus. While this will result in a temporary
shifting of alcohol-free social activities, the new facility will provide more opportunities for students.
We have had changes in our upper level administrators and have a new Vice President for
Student Affairs, Associate Vice President for Housing and Food Services, and a new Provost.
We believe their new ideas and energy will bring in new perspectives to further develop our
strategies and efforts on campus.
Purdue has developed a comprehensive, environmental approach to address alcohol and other drug
issues on campus. We will continue to develop, evaluate, assess, and pursue the best practices for our
campus to create a safe and healthy environment for our students.
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