About OADE
The Office of Alcohol and Drug Education (OADE) coordinates the alcohol and drug abuse prevention and student assistance efforts on campus for both undergraduate and graduate students. The office provides educational services for Notre Dame students who are seeking assistance with alcohol and/or drug issues related to themselves, a friend or family member. Students can seek services on their own, may be referred through another campus department, or may seek services due to a legal issue related to drinking or other drugs.
Prevention Programming
Prevention – The philosophy of the office is to reduce harm in socializing. Efforts are made in numerous venues to assist students in making healthier choices. Staff and student PILLARS (Peers Inspiring Listening, Learning and Responsible Socializing) provide dorm education, information at health fairs or in-classroom settings and campus wide campaigns throughout the year. Remember you don’t want to be “That Guy or that Girl.” All Notre Dame sponsored programming is safe and alcohol free and there is always something to do on campus.
Office Resources Include:
- Walk-In Information Center – Feel free to visit the office at 204 Saint Liam Hall. We have a wealth of information on many topics related to alcohol, tobacco and other drugs.
- Consulting services to faculty, staff and campus organizations. Staff is available for consultation on issues related to alcohol, whether it is for yourself, a roommate, friend or family member. Consultation is available for a class or team project related to alcohol. Students needing assistance can call the office and set up a time to meet with a professional.
- Classroom support programs
- In-hall prevention programs
- Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) cards personalized for weight and gender
- Designated Driver cards
Student Organizations:
PILLARS – Peers Inspiring, Listening, Learning, and Responsible Socializing.
For more Information click here: PILLARS
Assistance with Social Programming
Are you in need of ideas to support a dorm dance or activity? Let PILLARS assist. We can provide mocktails or other healthy programming ideas to help events be a success.
Student Assistance Program
Student Education Services – The Office of Alcohol and Drug Education (OADE) coordinates the alcohol and drug education and prevention efforts on campus. Screening for educational services are provided for students seeking assistance on their own, who are recommended to our office, or involved with a legal agency.
Students are referred to the educational programs for various reasons:
- Personal concern about use of alcohol or other drugs
- Personal concern about a friend or family member who is abusing alcohol or drugs
- Public intoxication
- High-risk behavior involving alcohol and/or drugs
- Alcohol-related behavior that violates the rights or safety of others
All students referred to OADE receive the following services:
- Education Screening – this initial appointment usually takes 30 minutes.
- Feedback and Recommendations for appropriate education – typically will be provided during the screening session.
Student education sessions will be set up during the initial appointment. This could include one of the following education programs:
- College and the Drinking Culture 1 Education (a 1 1/2 hour group session with a focus on harm reduction * College and the Drinking Culture 2 Education (three group sessions for high-risk students)
- Women and Alcohol Education (two group sessions with a focus on women’s issues)
- Maybe I Just Shouldn’t… Education (six group sessions on skill building for abstaining from alcohol whether temporary or longer)
- Individual education (online education, books, videos, reflection papers, journaling, etc.)
- Check-in appointments to monitor progress
- Consultation services available for those seeking assistance for self, friend or family member.
- Introduction to AA / 12-Step meetings
- Referral to the University Counseling Center
- Referral to an off-campus provider
Quit Smoking
Would you like to quit smoking? Contact the office to set up a consultation to assist you with a plan to cut down or quit, or check out the following links: The Notre Dame Resolve program:
Resolve to Quit Smoking or
www.smokefree.gov/guide
whyquit.com
www.nicotine-anonymous.org.
www.qualityoflife.org