CHOICES at WCSU
Myth: “Everyone in college
drinks or uses some drugs.”
Fact: No, they don’t. Sixty-five percent of WestConn students have five or fewer drinks per week. About 12 percent drink excessively. Don’t follow what you think the crowd is doing. Set your own goals and don't let any substance get in your way.
Fact: No, they don’t. Sixty-five percent of WestConn students have five or fewer drinks per week. About 12 percent drink excessively. Don’t follow what you think the crowd is doing. Set your own goals and don't let any substance get in your way.
What is CHOICES?
CHOICES stands for Cultivating Healthy Opportunities In College Environments. We are the alcohol and substance abuse prevention program at WestConn.
Our goals are:
- Educate students about healthy lifestyle alternatives
- Provide confidential assessment and treatment referrals
- Work with students toward creation of enjoyable alternatives to substance abuse
- Provide resources, information and services that will help students make informed and responsible decisions about the use of alcohol and/or drugs
- Collaborate with student organizations in planning exciting, alternative activities that promote healthy lifestyle choices and result in enjoyable experiences
- Work with students to create positive changes on campus and eliminate underage and binge drinking
CHOICES Philosophy
We believe that all students want to succeed academically and fulfill their potential during the college years. When substance abuse gets in the way, it can seriously derail those dreams. Our goal is to:
- Provide resources, information and services that will help students make informed and responsible decisions about the use of alcohol and/or drugs
- Collaborate with student organizations in planning exciting, alternative activities that promote healthy lifestyle choices and result in enjoyable experiences
- Work with students to create positive changes on campus and eliminate underage and binge drinking
How CHOICES Can Help You
- We provide accurate up-to-date information on alcohol and other drugs, including: club drugs, inhalants, prescription drugs, pot, ecstasy and more
- We conduct individual screenings and assessments for students on a voluntary or referral basis
- We refer students to counseling and support services on and off campus
- We help any student who is concerned about someone else’s use/abuse by advising ways they can make a difference
- We plan educational workshops and presentations for your residence hall, club, sorority, fraternity or athletic team
- We run support groups for students who are trying to make positive changes in their lives
Additional Services CHOICES Offers
- On-campus lending library of relevant books and materials
- Educational and discussion programs
- Classroom presentations to educate students to the risks of alcohol and substance abuse
For More Information
Email CHOICES@wcsu.edu, visit Litchfield Hall 101, or call (203) 837-8898
ALL SERVICES AND REFERRALS ARE STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL