Resource: Prevention With Purpose: A Resource for Faculty Members 

This guide (PDF, 8 pages) identifies ways that faculty members can contribute to substance misuse prevention efforts and promote the health and safety of the campus community. Because faculty members interact regularly and directly with students, they are uniquely positioned to recognize students in distress from substance misuse and to intervene when they need it most. Beyond supporting students when they are in distress, there are important steps faculty members can take before students develop problems. Effective, evidence-based prevention efforts result in fewer students experiencing substance-related problems and an improved learning environment in the classroom. These efforts are most successful when all members of the campus community, including faculty members, are actively involved. Learn more (PDF, 8 pages)