Feel Empowered to Make Smart Choices
The decisions you make related to alcohol and substance use have the ability to change your story. We know sometimes your plans might involve alcohol or other substances. If so, we encourage you to follow safer consumption strategies, understand the law, and learn how to actively step into situations to help keep others safe.
Alcohol Education
Learn how to make informed decisions about alcohol use, understand Penn State’s policies, and access resources that support your well-being. Explore strategies for safer choices, intervention options, and recovery support when you or a friend need help.
Cannabis and Substance Education
Get clear, factual information about cannabis and other substances, including their effects, legal considerations, and impact on academic success. Discover harm-reduction strategies and confidential programs designed to help you reflect, learn, and make responsible choices.
Nicotine Education
Find support and guidance to reduce or quit nicotine use, including vaping, smoking, or smokeless tobacco. Penn State offers free, confidential consultations and evidence-based tools to help you strengthen your health and focus on your goals.
Self-Help Resources
Access tools and programs that help you check in on your habits, support a friend, or seek guidance confidentially. These self-help resources empower you to take active steps toward balance, resilience, and personal growth.
Know the Law and Consequences
Responsible Action Protocol
Penn State’s Responsible Action Protocol and Pennsylvania’s Medical Amnesty Law protect students from prosecution for consumption or possession of alcohol or drugs when they seek help for yourself or someone else.