Higher Education Center for Alcohol and Drug Misuse Prevention and Recovery

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.

Are you ready to get SMART on recovery? Join us for our upcoming Water Cooler Chat on September 8 at 2:00 p.m. ET for an...
09/03/2026

Are you ready to get SMART on recovery?

Join us for our upcoming Water Cooler Chat on September 8 at 2:00 p.m. ET for an engaging and interactive conversation with Pete Rubinas, CEO of SMART Recovery.

This session will explore how SMART Recovery can be integrated into existing recovery communities, key lessons learned from successful implementations, ways SMART Recovery supports individuals beyond alcohol and other drug (AOD) recovery, and strategies for applying the model to a wide range of addictive behaviors.

Come prepared to ask questions, share experiences, and engage in discussion with fellow professionals as we explore practical approaches to implementing SMART Recovery in your community.

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Ready to secure the funding your campus prevention programs deserve? While many campus budgets are shrinking, the pressu...
08/13/2026

Ready to secure the funding your campus prevention programs deserve?

While many campus budgets are shrinking, the pressure to sustain and grow your AOD efforts remains high. Grant writing can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be.

Join our very own Cindy Clouner on September 17th for a crash course tailored specifically for campus professionals. You will leave with a clear roadmap to navigate budgets, timelines, and SMART goals so you can return to campus ready to write!

Registration Cost:

HECAOD Members: $80

Non-Members: $100

This training is approved for 3 CHES/MCHES contact hours.

Register today to secure your spot:

https://buff.ly/sXOkXp0

Are cryptocurrencies, prediction markets, and other digital financial trends influencing risk-taking behavior on your ca...
08/05/2026

Are cryptocurrencies, prediction markets, and other digital financial trends influencing risk-taking behavior on your campus?

While these platforms are often framed around finance and tech, their rapid growth among college students raises critical questions about financial well-being, speculation, and gambling-related harm. Join us for a practical primer designed to help campus professionals understand these evolving trends and support student health.

Date: Wednesday, August 26, 2026

Time: 2:00 – 3:15 p.m. EDT

Presenter: Glenn Yamagata, Oregon Council on Problem Gambling

CE Credits: Up to 1.25 CHES/MCHES contact hours available ($10 for members / $20 for non-members)

Equip your team with actionable insights to address digital speculation and student risk on campus.

Save your spot today: https://buff.ly/Gx52fK1

Join us August 11 from 2:00-3:00 p.m. ET for an interactive water cooler chat conversation on campus opioid overdose pre...
07/28/2026

Join us August 11 from 2:00-3:00 p.m. ET for an interactive water cooler chat conversation on campus opioid overdose prevention and response.

Hear from SAFE Project about implementing a Technical Assistance program through the Coalition for Healthy and Safe Campus Communities (CHASCo), and learn how the University of Tennessee at Martin successfully trained more than 1,500 students to use naloxone.

Bring your questions, share your experiences, and learn alongside peers in a collaborative discussion designed to spark ideas and practical solutions.

https://buff.ly/PHT0zQz

Ready to strengthen your campus strategies around collegiate substance misuse prevention, recovery support, and high-ris...
07/20/2026

Ready to strengthen your campus strategies around collegiate substance misuse prevention, recovery support, and high-risk gambling?

Join higher education professionals from across the country virtually at the 2026 HECAOD National Meeting from October 19–22, 2026! You will gain actionable, evidence-based frameworks, connect with leading experts across the continuum of care, and leave with practical tools to elevate student well-being on your campus.

⏰ Don't wait—Early Bird Registration closes on July 31, 2026! Secure the best rate for you and your team today.

👉 Register now: https://buff.ly/WZcsZr7

Is your campus Biennial Review feeling more like a compliance hurdle than a helpful tool? Taking the mystery out of the ...
07/07/2026

Is your campus Biennial Review feeling more like a compliance hurdle than a helpful tool?

Taking the mystery out of the Drug-Free Schools and Campuses Act (DFSCA) doesn't have to be a solo effort. Join HECAOD’s upcoming Biennial Review Learning Collaborative to move past the "checkbox" approach.

Led by faculty expert Molly Lindner, this intensive day of learning will help you master EDGAR Part 86 requirements, explore real-world data contexts, and build a concrete path forward to maximize your program's reach. Connect with a national network of peers and leave with practical, data-driven strategies to build a safer, healthier campus community.

Full Collaborative Schedule (Wednesday, July 29, 2026):

- 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. ET | Opening Session: Biennial Review: Laying the Groundwork

- 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. ET | Constructing the Biennial Review: Making it More Than Just a Checkbox

- 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. ET | Closing Panel and Next Steps: Bringing the Biennial Review to Life

- 3:45 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. ET | Action Planning: So Now What? Determining How YOU Can Move Forward

Event Details:

- Date: Wednesday, July 29, 2026

- Time: 11:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. ET

- Featured Faculty Presenter: Molly Lindner

Secure your spot to simplify your compliance process and boost your campus impact. Register today:
https://buff.ly/7cSzwCV

Join us July 14 for our Water Cooler Chat as we continue the conversation on The Charge for Change: Enhancing Campus Haz...
06/30/2026

Join us July 14 for our Water Cooler Chat as we continue the conversation on The Charge for Change: Enhancing Campus Hazing and Alcohol Misuse Prevention.

This interactive, discussion-based session provides an opportunity for campus professionals to connect, share insights, and explore practical, evidence-based strategies to strengthen prevention efforts. Together, we’ll dive deeper into the complexities of hazing, examine approaches that support student well-being, and highlight ways to implement data-informed policies that foster a culture of safety and belonging.

Attendance at the original webinar is not required—everyone is welcome to join.

Facilitators:
Stevan Veldkamp, Ed.D – Pennsylvania State University
Patrick Biddix, PhD – University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Come ready to engage, ask questions, and learn from peers across the field.

Register today: https://buff.ly/2qKbImZ

Are your campus prevention strategies keeping pace with the rapid shift from traditional va**ng to oral ni****ne pouches...
06/25/2026

Are your campus prevention strategies keeping pace with the rapid shift from traditional va**ng to oral ni****ne pouches?

The delivery methods are changing, but the ni****ne remains the same. Join us for our next webinar as researcher Dr. Megan Roberts breaks down the latest data on the prevalence of e-cigarettes and oral ni****ne pouches (ONPs) among college students. You will explore the hidden health risks of these emerging products and dissect the social and marketing influences driving student use.

Most importantly, you will walk away with an actionable, evidence-informed roadmap to strengthen your campus prevention efforts immediately.

https://buff.ly/6kmUD80

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Ready to secure the funding your campus prevention programs deserve? While many campus budgets are shrinking, the press...
06/18/2026

Ready to secure the funding your campus prevention programs deserve?

While many campus budgets are shrinking, the pressure to sustain and grow your AOD efforts remains high. Grant writing can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be.

Join our very own Cindy Clouner on July 16 for acrash course tailored specifically for campus professionals. You will leave with a clear roadmap to navigate budgets, timelines, and SMART goals so you can return to campus ready to write!

Registration Cost:

HECAOD Members: $80

Non-Members: $100

This training is approved for 3 CHES/MCHES contact hours.

Register today to secure your spot:

https://buff.ly/sXOkXp0

Is your campus Biennial Review feeling more like a compliance hurdle than a helpful tool? Taking the mystery out of the ...
06/04/2026

Is your campus Biennial Review feeling more like a compliance hurdle than a helpful tool?

Taking the mystery out of the Drug-Free Schools and Campuses Act (DFSCA) doesn't have to be a solo effort. Join HECAOD’s upcoming Biennial Review Learning Collaborative to move past the "checkbox" approach.

Led by faculty expert Molly Lindner, this intensive day of learning will help you master EDGAR Part 86 requirements, explore real-world data contexts, and build a concrete path forward to maximize your program's reach. Connect with a national network of peers and leave with practical, data-driven strategies to build a safer, healthier campus community.

Full Collaborative Schedule (Wednesday, July 29, 2026):

- 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. ET | Opening Session: Biennial Review: Laying the Groundwork

- 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. ET | Constructing the Biennial Review: Making it More Than Just a Checkbox

- 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. ET | Closing Panel and Next Steps: Bringing the Biennial Review to Life

- 3:45 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. ET | Action Planning: So Now What? Determining How YOU Can Move Forward

Event Details:

- Date: Wednesday, July 29, 2026

- Time: 11:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. ET

- Featured Faculty Presenter: Molly Lindner

Secure your spot to simplify your compliance process and boost your campus impact. Register today:
https://buff.ly/7cSzwCV

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