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One of the greatest challenges students will face when coming to college
is the pressure they may encounter regarding alcohol. Peer pressure tends to
be extremely prevalent at the beginning of the school year. For some
students, attending Texas A&M University may be their first time to be
independent from family members. In an effort to encourage students to make
responsible decisions as college students, Texas A&M University has
established alcohol policies and provides alcohol education resources and
support for students through Student Life’s Alcohol and Drug Education
Programs (ADEP) Office.
Even though parents may not think so, their own opinions and beliefs affect
how their student makes decisions concerning alcohol use. We encourage
parents to have ongoing discussions about alcohol with their student
especially during their impressionable first year at Texas A&M University.
These conversations are particularly important before New Student
Conferences. Please feel free to contact ADEP with questions or concerns.
ADEP works closely with students and parents to address issues of alcohol
and drug use. Your student may come to speak with us anytime Monday - Friday
from 9:00am - 5:00pm. For emergencies, students should call the Counseling
Center at (979) 845-4427 during working hours and (979)845-2700 after hours.
There are numerous resources for your student with regards to drugs and
alcohol. If you have a question or concern, please contact us at (979)
845-0280 so that we can help you locate the appropriate resources. Please
discuss this important information with your student and encourage them to
seek the resources available at Texas A&M University.
The Choice is Up To You.
Books on this Topic
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"College, Alcohol, & Choices: An Essential Conversation
Guide for Parents & Students", by David Burns
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"A Parents Guide to Sex, Drugs & Flunking Out: Answers to the Questions Your
College Student Doesn’t Want You to Ask", by Joel Epstein
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"Letting Go: Parents Guide to Understanding the College Years", by Karen
Levin Coburn
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