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Higher Education Center for Alcohol and Drug Misuse Prevention and Recovery

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Higher Education Center for Alcohol and Drug Misuse Prevention and Recovery

Providing tools, training, and technical assistance to campus professionals working to address collegiate substance misuse across the continuum.

03/16/2026

A recent study by Rothstein, Todaro, & Stamates (2026) highlights a critical intersection for student health: the relationship between simultaneous alcohol and cannabis use (co-use) and eating behaviors. With 73% of students who use these substances reporting they use them at the same time, understanding the "how" and "when" of their nutrition is more important than ever. The study found that college undergraduates’ eating habits, specifically eating less food before or after co-use, significantly increased the risk of negative consequences and higher alcohol consumption. Furthermore, students who primarily reached for "junk food" after co-using experienced more frequent co-use-related consequences. Colleges can support student well‑being by offering prevention education that addresses both substance use patterns and healthy eating behaviors. Including information about the risks of co‑use and how eating habits influence those risks can help students make safer, more informed decisions.

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03/12/2026

You don’t need to be a “gambling expert” to prevent gambling-related harms on your campus. Explore how your existing prevention skill set translates into the gambling space in Bridging the Gap: Leveraging AOD Expertise for Collegiate Gambling Prevention breakout session as part of our Collegiate Gambling Learning Collaborative.

Join us on April 16, 2026 from 12:30-1:30 p.m. ET, as Cindy Clouner, MPH, LSW, OCPS and Logan Davis, MA from HECAOD. Unpack strategies from HECAOD’s You Bet? curriculum—an evidence-informed gambling education program designed specifically for college students. Walk away with the confidence and knowledge you need to address problem gambling in collegiate settings.

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03/09/2026

New research from Melissa Rothstein and colleagues at the University of Rhode Island highlights a critical intersection for student health: the relationship between simultaneous alcohol and cannabis use (co-use) and eating behaviors. With 73% of students who use these substances reporting they use them at the same time, understanding the "how" and "when" of their nutrition is more important than ever. The research found that college undergraduates eating habits, specifically eating less food before or after co-use, significantly increased the risk of negative consequences and higher alcohol consumption. Furthermore, students who primarily reached for "junk food" after co-using experienced more frequent co-use-related consequences.

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03/05/2026

Is your clinical toolkit ready for the rise of collegiate gambling?

Collegiate gambling is an emerging concern that directly impacts student mental health and well-being. Join us next month for one of our Collegiate Gambling Learning Collaborative breakout sessions where Zachary Hitchens, MS, LCADC, NCC from Towson University will share practical strategies for recognizing early signs and integrating effective screening into your daily practice.

Leave with actionable harm-reduction approaches and resources to better support your students' health and resilience.

Register today to secure your spot:

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03/03/2026

Is your campus prepared to address the hidden risks of student gambling? As online betting and sports gambling become more accessible, our students face unique risks to their academic success and mental well-being. Join us for High-Risk Gambling Among College Students: Risks, Realities, and Responses to gain actionable strategies for your campus prevention toolkit.

Tune in on Thursday, March 19, 2026, from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. ET to hear from Jenna Hotaling, Training Manager for the National Council on Problem Gambling. You’ll gain a clear understanding of how gambling impacts the young-adult population, the ability to identify key risk factors tailored to the college environment, and practical ways to strengthen your campus response immediately.

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03/02/2026

A recent study examining Asian American college students found that maintaining heritage cultural practices was associated with lower alcohol consumption but paradoxically predicted more negative drinking consequences. American identity increased high-intensity drinking, but this effect disappeared when accounting for drinking motives. Specifically, enhancement motives were linked to increased alcohol use, while social and depression-coping motives predicted more negative consequences. These findings underscore the importance of considering both cultural adaptation processes and psychological motivations in understanding drinking behaviors among Asian American college students.

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02/24/2026

Does your campus prepare students in recovery for life after graduation? Academic recovery spaces are very beneficial for SIRs, but sometimes lack a program aimed at ensuring students maintain their recovery in the unfamiliar environments they’ll find themselves in after they graduate.

Join us for HECAOD’s March Water Cooler Chat, an informal, peer-led space to discuss the development of transitional programs for sustained recovery post-graduation. Facilitated by Alex Behler, Coordinator for the Collegiate Recovery Community at Georgia State University, we’ll explore recovery-centered coping skills and how to tailor recovery plans to students’ needs.

Connect with colleagues nationwide to share your concerns, successes, and questions in a low-pressure environment.

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02/23/2026

E-cigarette influencer marketing significantly impacts Gen Z, with celebrity promotions linked to decreased harm perception and increased va**ng initiation. A recent study found that casual lifestyle content appears more authentic and trustworthy than overt ads, yet both normalize va**ng—one through relatability, the other through polished production. Despite this exposure, many youth maintain negative attitudes toward va**ng based on personal values or past experiences, highlighting the need for continued education on e-cigarette risks.

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02/18/2026

Is your team prepared to support students in recovery as they transition into the "real world"?

Academic recovery spaces are life-changing, but graduation brings new hurdles. Join Alex Behler, Collegiate Recovery Community Coordinator at Georgia State University, on February 25th for "What Comes Next?: Developing a Transitional Program to Promote Sustained Recovery Success Post-Graduation."

You will leave with a clear roadmap to help your students identify potential roadblocks and maintain their recovery long after they leave your campus.

Level up your professional development! CHES/MCHES credits are available for this webinar—purchase the CHES add-on for $10 (members) or $20 (non-members).
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02/16/2026

A recent study found that simultaneous gambling and alcohol use was most strongly associated with social motives, with enhancement motives and heavier alcohol use also linked to higher odds. Participants most often reported using both to enhance enjoyment, relax, and support social situations, with boredom and coping with negative emotions also noted. These findings highlight the need for refined policies and harm-minimization strategies tailored to motivation-based risk profiles.

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02/09/2026

A recent study found that avoidant coping (e.g., withdrawing from or distracting oneself from stressors) mediated the association between college students’ perceived stress and both cannabis use and substance-related negative consequences, whereas approach coping (e.g., actively addressing stressors) did not show a similar mediating effect. These findings underscore the importance of prevention efforts that strengthen approach coping and reduce reliance on avoidant coping to mitigate negative substance use outcomes among college students.

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02/02/2026

A recent qualitative study analyzing 189 Reddit posts (2013–2019) related to alcohol, cannabis, and opioid use identified four primary domains of need: information needs, emotional support, coping and managing strategies, and contextual challenges. These findings highlight the need for more personalized and context-sensitive approaches in treatment, education, and prevention programs for people who use substances.

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1947 N College Road
Columbus, OH
43210

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 4:30pm

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http://hecaod.osu.edu/

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