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Tight-knit teammates may conform to each other's behavior

8/30/18

In a study with NCAA athletes, researchers found that the more closely a player identified as being part of their team, the more likely they were to conform to their teammates' behavior. This was true for both risky and positive behaviors.

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UHS launches campaign to educate women on alcohol

10/17/13

As the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that binge drinking is on the rise among women in the U.S., a new campaign launched by University Health Services gives female students the chance to tell the alcohol industry that they are #NotATarget.

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Experts will seek solutions at alcohol abuse symposium in October

7/24/13

A one-day symposium in the fall will present a multi-faceted look at alcohol abuse on campus and beyond. Alcohol, Campuses, and Communities: Partnering for Solutions is set for Monday, Oct. 7, at The Penn Stater Conference Center Hotel on the University Park campus of Penn State.

Town-gown partnership seeks 'alcohol-free' downtown on State Patty's Day

2/19/13

A town-gown partnership that for more than a decade has been united against high-risk drinking is employing new tactics to keep downtown State College alcohol-free on what has become known as "State Patty's Day."

An agreement has been reached with downtown State College taverns and restaurants to halt the sale of alcohol on Feb. 23, the date set for this year's State Patty’s Day, an event created by students six years ago. Establishments will still offer food and non-alcoholic drinks, maintaining downtown’s appeal for responsible visitors.

Watch out for holiday heart

11/8/11

Too much alcohol is the cause of a medical condition known as "holiday heart." Learn about the symptoms -- and how it's treated.

PSU SAFE sees success in educating new students about alcohol facts

9/26/11

This year, new Penn State students completed Penn State's recently developed online education program, PSU SAFE (Student Alcohol Feedback and Education). Linda LaSalle, associate director for educational services at University Health Services, is pleased with the results.

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New online education program aimed at curbing dangerous drinking

5/26/11

This summer, new Penn State students attending the University's second six-week summer session will be first to complete Penn State's new online education program, PSU SAFE (Student Alcohol Feedback and Education). It's one of many initiatives Penn State has created to teach students the facts about dangerous drinking. "We wanted to create an online program that would have greater relevance to our students," said Damon Sims, Penn State's vice president for Student Affairs. "So far, students have found it to be straightforward and have offered positive feedback. I'm optimistic about the potential outcomes from this effort."

PSU SAFE replaces an online alcohol education program Penn State implemented in 2008, but is more cost-efficient and more tailored to Penn State students and takes about half the time to finish.

More Penn State initiatives aim to curb dangerous drinking

4/21/11

High-risk drinking is a nationwide concern that takes the lives of more than 1,800 U.S. college students each year. Education is a top priority at Penn State and that includes teaching students about the risks and impact of dangerous drinking behavior. Since last fall, a number of initiatives have been instituted in a multi-pronged approach that includes environmental change, enforcement, alternative activities, intervention, counseling and outreach.

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