National Collegiate Alcohol Awareness Week October 15-22 Red Ribbon Week October 22 - 29 Paid Advrriaemcnl 1. Campus-wide efforts raise issue of abuse The l Diversity of Ore gon and COSAI H (The Campus Organization lor a Substance Abuse free environment) will join with (,000 other campuses across the country to participate in die 1980 National < 'ollcgiate Alcohol Awareness Week I he week, scheduled October 15 - 22, will highlight existing alcohol related programs and resources on cam pus, COS AFT., which is co ordinated through the l 'Diversity's Dean ol Students' Office, has worked to create a week long senes ol events around the issue ol substance abuse. Numerous i am pus groups have responded to COSAfT.'s message ol Dare to Care. 1 he organizations, includ mg the ASUO. University hous mg, II C/Tanhellcmc and Men Against Rape, have joined with ('(ISAM by sponsoring activities that promote healthy lifestyles and responsible decision making by their members. The week's kick-off event features Dr. Uliana Gil, a well known lecturer, author and clink mn. She will conduct a work shop (Hi Saturday,* X lobcr 14,1mm 9 a.m. in 1 pan. to discuss issues related to sell esteem, adult chil dren of alcoholics and dysfunc tional families (id's workshop w ill show thcconnec non substance abuse plays in dysfunctional (ami lies and teach strategics for help ing individuals who come from these backgrounds. Gil's talk in the afternoon, from 3-5 p in. in the IMl Ball room, is open to the entire commit mty. She will discuss strategies for improving self-esteem, sell concept and brdmator, and Karlin Conklin, media relations assistant, have worked with different campus groups since May tocstablish spon sorships and campus-wide support of die University's efforts for the week "We’re encouraging stu dents and staff to join in any of the activities happening diroughout the campus or to sponsor their own event," says Robertson. "Our message is: Dare to care. Get involved!" Dr. Hliuna (Jil A checklist for identifying drug or alcohol problems Do you or does someone you know... Yes No □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ 1. Drink or use drugs 10 forget about problems? 2. Drink or use drugs to feel relaxed or comfortable around other people? 3. Have any family members with drug or alcohol problems? 4. Have conflicts w ith friends or acquaintances after drinking or using drugs? 5. Ever feel guilty about drinking or drug use? 6. Ever have trouble remembering what was done or said the night before when drinking or using drugs? 7. Get drunk/high after making a conscious decision to stay sober? X. Drink until there is nothing lett to drink, or use drugs until the supply is exhausted? 9. Ever miss class because of a hangover from drinking or using drugs? An answ er of yes to as few as tw o of these questions may indicate that you, or someone you know, could be at risk for a drug or alcohol problem. Both die University and the local community offer programs and assistance for helping individuals change drinking or drug-use patterns. These events were made possible by: Office of the Dean of Students, ASUO, Counseling Center, Student Health Center, University Housing, Recreation & Intramurals, Alpha Lambda Dclta/Phi Eta Sigma. Men Against Rape, Multicultural Affairs, IFC/Panhcllenic, Greek Advisors, Athletic Dept., Edie Roberts, Pepsi, EMU Food Services, Cultural Forum, Office of Student Development. COSAFE JOIN in the activities happening throughout the campus during National Collegiate Alcohol Awareness Week. Or. . . sponsor your own event--whether it’s a forum in your health class or an impromptu discussion in the EMU--to focus attention on the use and misuse of alcohol and other drugs. GET INVOLVED! For more information call Joame Robertson, Training and Prevention Coordinator, or Karlin Conklin, Media Relations Assis tant, at COSAFE. COSAFE is coordinated through the University’s Dean of Students' Office - 364 Oregon Hall - 686-3105. Substance use by UO students* in percentages Mad liver Used Used in Previous Month □ • The majorih of students (78%) reported that they tried alcohol for the first time before the age of 18, and nearly half tried alcohol between the ages ol 15 and 17. • 97% of die students reported that they have consumed alcohol; 93% have had a drink in the last year, and 80% have had a drink in the last month. • Students reported that the most important reason lor using alcohol was to have a good time with friends • 20% of the students reported that they fell they have had a problem with alcohol at some time in their lives. In addition, 28% said that a member of their immediate family had a problem with alcohol. • Students cited the most common problems stemming from the use of alcohol and drugs were "interference with the ability to think clearly and "regrettable behavior." • 65% of the respondents have tried marijuana, and 24% used it in die last month. Nearly half tried marijuana before the age of 18. • 30% of the students have used cocaine, with 4%) reporting that they used it during the past month. Regular use of cocaine is felt to have "great" risk by 88% of the respondents. *Statistics taken from the 1988 University of Oregon Drug Use Survey CALENDAR OF EVENTS all events are free and open to the campus community Saturday. October 14 • Workshop with Dr. Kliana Gil I Iclping Others Help I'hemselves: Understanding the Impact of the Dysfunctional I amily” •9:(X) a.tn.-1 :(X) p.m., Gerlinger Lounge •Reservations required: 6X6 M05 • Keynote Address with Dr. Kliana Gil Building Pathways: Journeys to Improve Ourselves and Our Communi ties" •U(X)-5:(X) p.m.. 1-MU Ballrtx»m •Open to the entire community Monday. October 10 • Films and Discussion: “Bright Lights. Big Gity” and “('lean ami Sober' 7:(X) p.m., LMli Gumwtxxl Room Tuesday, Oct oherj 7 • Luncheon for At’OA and Recovering Students: “Bridging the Gap: From Surviving to Thriving” •Noon, EMU Cedar A & B • Film and Discussion: “Clean and Sober” •7:00 p.m., Carson Gold Room •sponsored by the University Residence Halls Wednesday. October M • ASliO Issues Forum •12:30 p.m., EMU Forum Room •sponsored by the ASliO • Open Forum: “Relationships and Dating How Do We Have Fun?” •5:(X) p.m., F!MU Cedar C •sponsored by Men Against Rape • ‘Over (he Hump’ Night! Film and Discussion: “Less Than Zero" •7:00 p.m.. Bean West Conference Room •sponsored by the University Residence Halls • Designated Driver Night ... starts at 8:(M) p.m.! IFC/Panhellenic are sponsoring 2-for-1 soft drinks at several campus-area businesses. Call 686-3888 or 686-3701 for more details. Thursday. October 19 • Club Walton presents ... HAPPY IIOliR! Mocktail Party featuring songs of recovery by LEA JONES •9-11 p.m., Hawthorne Lounge in Walton Complex •sponsored by the University Residence Hails Friday. October 20 • FREE PEPSI and drug and alcohol literature at the Beer Garden •4:30 p.m., EMU Campus Organization for a Substance Abuse Free Environment Paid Advertisement