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Alcohol and Drug Programs

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Alcohol & Drug Education and Support

Individual Support

 

Peer Meeting

Schedule a meeting with a peer
Certified and trained Peer Health Educators are available for walk-in and scheduled meetings in the Wellbeing Services office, 27-14.

Pro Staff

Book time with Andre Sillas
Intervention Education Specialist Andre Sillas available for 1:1 consultations about drug & alcohol use. If you are concerned for yourself, or for a friend or family member schedule a meeting today.

Recovery Support

Recovery Support
Schedule a 1:1 presentation with the advisor for Mustangs for Recovery for additional recovery support or to get connected with the M4R community.

Presentations

 

Party 101 - Safer Partying

We approach this presentation from a harm-reduction lens. While we know that many students choose not to use or are in recovery, we want all of our students to have the tools they need to stay safer if they ingest alcohol or drugs. We discuss the dangers of binge drinking as well as ways to help each other stay safer.

Cannabis 

Cannabis can be a confusing topic on campus. It is legal in California and illegal on campus (and federally). The result can be a confusing jumble of fact and fiction. This presentation seeks to debunk some of the myths as well as offer tools to stay safer should students use.

Alcohol

Alcohol is a unique beast in our culture. Many of our students view it as a right of passage and just part of being in college. This presentation focuses on normalizing non-drinkers and moderate drinkers, and seeks to educate students about alcohol as a drug and encouraging mindful use.

Nicotine

The rise in nicotine use by virtue of vaping is seen nationally as well as on our campus. What was originally marketed as a way to quit smoking has now become the delivery method of choice for students. This presentation offers facts about nicotine as well as support for nicotine cessation.

Substances and Mental Health

Students often will reach for substances as coping mechanism or as a “self-treatment” for mental health challenges. This presentation focuses on alternative methods for self-care as well as offering an understanding of how substance can effect mental health.

Talking to a Friend—Substance Use & Mental Health Concerns

Students often notice when their friends are struggling but are unsure of how to broach the topic. Yet 70% of students state that when they need help, they reach out to a friend first. This training offers practical tips for recognizing an issue and the importance of asking about it.

Substance use vs. Substance misuse

There are many misperceptions about use in college—particularly how much is too much. This training helps students recognize where those lines are for themselves, and when it may be an issue for their friends.

Overdose Prevention & Narcan Distribution

The inclusion of fentanyl into much of the illegally obtained drug supply has created a new danger for those who use drugs. Even people who do not normally use opioids may be exposed to this deadly substance. Narcan is a safe and effective drug that can reverse opioid overdoses. We can present to your club, organization, or group on overdose prevention and distribute Narcan to your community.

Request a Presentation

We have a variety of presentations available for classes, clubs, organizations, and other groups. We offer the ability to tailor our presentations to the specific needs of your group. Fill out our Presentation Request Form with any necessary details.

Overdose Prevention Efforts

 

Narcan Training & Distribution

Opioid overdose has risen dramatically both nationally and here locally in San Luis Obispo. Fentanyl, an incredibly powerful opioid, is being cut into much of the illegally purchased drug supply. Narcan is a safe and effective drug to help reverse opioid overdose and is available through multiple CHW services.

  • Via the Health Center Pharmacy without a prescription.

  • Narcan distributions are held on Tuesdays, 2:30 - 4:30 p.m., on the Health Center Lawn (building 27).

  • If you would like to be trained in opioid overdose prevention and to receive an Opioid Overdose Prevention Kit, please go to the booking page to schedule your training! 

  • You can also schedule an Overdose Prevention presentation & Narcan distribution for your club or organization.

Mustangs for Recovery

 

Who we are

At Mustangs for Recovery, we honor recovery from substance and behavioral addictions as both a noun and as a verb. It is both a return to wellness and a process of healing. We exist to offer a safe and sober-friendly environment for students in recovery, seeking recovery, or those affected by the addiction of a friend or family member.

What we do

  • Meetings

    Our purpose is to offer alternatives, support, community, and events geared toward students in recovery. We offer meetings based in both abstinence-only and harm-reduction models.

  • Peer Support

  • Social Events

  • Davis Henegar Memorial Grant

  • Outreach and Education

    • Overdose Prevention Education & Narcan Distribution

    • Recovery Ally Training—coming soon!

Anonymous Drug & Alcohol Self-Assessments


Short, completely anonymous surveys to check-in about your alcohol, cannabis, or prescription drug use.

These surveys take 5-7 minutes and can be accessed on any mobile device and will give you feedback on your current levels of use. To discuss your results or meet with someone about your substance use, contact recovery@calpoly.edu.

Educational Resources

 

Parent Handbook

 

If you suspect or know that you have been drugged without consent

What do I do if I think I've been drugged?

  • If you notice yourself becoming unusually intoxicated…

    • This can be a scary, confusing and disorienting experience, especially if you have unknowingly ingested a substance. Immediately find a person you feel safe with, tell them what is going on, and stay with them. Tell the party host, event security or other authority.

    • Consider seeking medical care if you feel unwell, hurt, concerned you’ve been sexually assaulted, or want to get drug tested before the drug is out of your system. Many drugs used to facilitate incapacitation or assault dissipate quickly and so may not be detected unless testing is done within a matter of hours. If you’re no longer feeling the symptoms, drug tests will not detect or be definitive.

  • Capture your own urine sample, keep it covered and bring with you to increase likelihood of any drug being detectable.  

  • A note about drug tests after a suspected drugging:  

    • While these tests are primarily used for forensic or criminal reporting purposes, we also recognize that they can provide you with peace of mind or validation about your experience. If you capture your own sample and have it tested, it’s unlikely that the results can be used in a criminal complaint. The price of these kinds of tests vary. Depending on where you seek care, there may be bill assistance available.  

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