ATOD - Alcohol, Tobaco, & Other Drugs Program

(562) 985-5859

Evolving from a nation wide necessity to address behaviors such as driving under the influence, underage drinking and factors associated with risky drinking, ATOD at CSULB has successfully developed innovative campus-wide programs and services for students aimed at intervention. As part of an interconnected program it works closely with students and the surrounding community. By recognizing the power of influence, ATOD has effectively implemented and promoted safe and healthy choices by offering appealing programs targeted at alcohol and drug issues.

Students are encouraged to participate in such programs as on-campus weekly Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meetings

and various outreach presentations that cover the health effects, symptoms of abuse, and policies regarding possession, use and sale of alcoholic beverages and illegal drugs. Information material and referrals are also provided. Go to the ATOD website for more information.

This exemplary program was selected as an intervention site by the Prevention Research Center's "Safer California Universities" study. As an intervention site, the ATOD program will collaborate with the City of Long Beach to facilitate policies and programs such as, Party Patrols, DUI Checkpoints, Minor Decoy Operations, Social Host Policies and a Response Cost Ordinance that will financially penalize landlords and tenants hosting parties requiring police visits.

Student Health Services provides an overall coordination of the ATOD program with direct support from Counseling and Psychological Services and Judicial Affairs. This allow ATOD to be more than just an intervention program; it is a powerful disciplinary process. ATOD utilizes a three step education plan. Offenders can be placed on any of the appropriate steps, depending on the severity of the on campus violation.