Resource Library - Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drugs Program

Alcohol and Calories: Ever wonder what would be on the nutritional label of alcohol? As college students it can be challenging to maintain a well-balanced diet; so if you are choosing to drink then learn how alcohol impacts your weight and well-being.
Alcohol and Family: If you have a parent, grandparent or a close relative who is an alcoholic, learn what your family’s history of alcoholism means for you.
Alcohol and Women: Women are affected by alcohol differently than men and it is important to understand the differences and the effects those differences have on the body.
Alcohol at IUP: What International Students Need to Know: As a college student, you may find yourself in situations involving alcohol. This brochure is designed to help you better understand some of the rules about alcohol that apply to all IUP students.
Alcohol Citations and Teaching Career: If you plan on having a career in teaching, this pamphlet will help you understand what it means to have an alcohol, drug or a general citation on your record.
Alcohol Citations for Criminology Majors: This pamphlet will help you understand what it means to have an alcohol citation(s) on your record and its impact on your major and future career.
Alcohol Citations for Nursing Majors: As a nursing or allied health professions major, you may be unsure about the fate of your major and, even more important, your career if you are cited for UAD (Underage Drinking) or DUI (Driving Under the Influence). This pamphlet was designed to answer some of the commonly asked questions and set the record straight.
Alcohol IQ: Think you know all there is to know when it comes to alcohol consumption. Test your knowledge and see how well you measure up.
Alcohol Myths: Dispel the myths centered on alcohol and college drinking because it is not always as it seems.
Alcohol Pledge: If you want to help create a campus environment that is safe; then take this pledge and not only will you be helping yourself, but others as well.
All You Need To Know About BAC: This pamphlet will help you to understand the importance of your BAC, what it is, how to calculate it and what really constitutes one drink.
ATOD International Students: Settling into a different country can be both exciting and challenging. As a college student, you may find yourself in situations involving alcohol. This brochure is designed to help you better understand some of the rules about alcohol that apply to all IUP students.
BAC Tables (Men and Women): This chart is a quick guide to calculate your BAC with specific factors like body weight, amount of time, number of drinks and biological sex.
Binge Drinking: There is much more to binge drinking than how many drinks you have. Dispel the myths and learn about what binge drinking actually looks like and the health risks associated with it.
Calculating BAC: If you are going out for drinks, then knowing and understanding what can and cannot affect your BAC will help you to have a better and safer night.
DUI Facts: Learn the facts about drinking under the influence, who it affects and the consequences if you choose to drive after consuming alcohol.
Harmful Interactions: Mixing alcohol with other drugs is dangerous and can be fatal. Learn about the impact alcohol has on the body when taken in conjunction with other drugs, medicines or vitamins.

Helping Students: As someone who interacts with students, reading this brochure will help you learn how to recognize the signs of alcohol/drug abuse, the various resources available and the steps for intervention and prevention.
Heroin Brochure: 2013 Heroin Brochure PDF
How Alcohol Affects the Body: This pamphlet was designed to help you understand the various short-term and long-term effects of alcohol on the body and the health risks of alcohol consumption.
How Alcohol Affects the Brain: Learn how alcohol depresses the various parts of the brain which control reason, intellect, emotions, perception, voluntary and involuntary functions and vital life functions as your BAC raises.
How Many Hours to Zero BAC?: In terms of processing alcohol, one drink an hour is not necessarily true. This chart will guide you to understand the length of time actually required to bring your BAC down to zero.
Mocktails: Alcohol is not necessarily needed to make a great mix drink. Here are some recipes for non-alcoholic mix drinks and some other options for alternatives to drinking.
Molly: A fact sheet on the powder or crystal form of MDMA (methylenedioxymethamphetamine) called Molly.
National Alcohol Screening: Statistics show that the majority of college students make low-risks choices when it comes to alcohol use, but some students use alcohol in a manner that increases the risk of health, social and legal consequences. Taking this survey will help you evaluate your risks.
Prescription Drugs Brochure: 2013 Prescription Drug Brochure PDF download
Problem Drinking: You do not have to be an alcoholic to have a drinking problem. This pamphlet will identify the different types of drinkers, it will help you evaluate yourself, it will give you tips on risk reduction and inform you of the resources available for those who want help.
Spice: Spice is a particular brand of a wide ranging variety of herbal mixtures known as synthetic marijuana.
Tips for Hosting a Safer Party: Getting together with friends is fun, and hosting a party can be a great way to be together. If alcohol is a part of your party, there are steps you can take to prevent potential problems from its use. This guide will help you stay safe and reduce your risk of the negative consequences associated with alcohol.
What's Normal, What's Not?: Contrary to popular belief, not all college students drink. This brochure will expand your knowledge of what is normal and what is not when it comes to alcohol consumption.
What's the Big Deal?: Everyone has some level of risk for developing a problem with alcohol and some people have an increased risk. Learn about the lasting effects of getting drunk on the body and your levels of risk.
Why Gender Matters: A brochure on why gender matters when it comes to drinking.
Using Prescription Medicine Responsibly: Educates college-aged people about the risks with using prescription drugs or over-the-counter drugs nonmedically. Explains how to keep them safely away from other students and offers tips for how to cope with the stress and pressure of college demands.