As students transition to college life,
some will be at greater risk for developing
potentially dangerous drinking patterns than others.
Research suggests that student socializing patterns are often established in the first six weeks of their first year on campus. Factors that can influence high-risk behaviors within a social setting include group drinking norms.
As your daughters select co-curricular activities, including membership in sport clubs, student organizations, continue to talk with them about their alcohol use and your expectations, norms, and values.
Before coming to campus, students and parents should be familiar with CSM’s policies relating to alcohol. Here are a few things to remember as you talk to your daughters about drinking at college: