ALCOHOL POLICIES - that apply to you & your student:

Student Policy on Alcohol and Illegal Drugs: Includes policies on alcohol use that apply to students.
Parental Notification Policy: When & why parents are contacted about student alcohol use.
Campus Wide Alcohol Policy: Alcohol policies that apply to visitors on campus.

Students studying in The Student Center food court

Resources for GT Parents

Although your student is transitioning into adulthood, your influence over their life is significant. On-going communication will enable you and your student to talk openly about alcohol use.

New! Printable GT SMART Wallet Card > - Great for your GT student, includes emergency and non-emergency numbers like taxi services.

Communication is the Key

These are some guidelines for talking about alcohol use with your student. The key is to discuss this issue before and during their college career.

Talk about alcohol use as part of more general discussions about everyday college life.
Ask questions and listen, but only ask questions for which you are prepared to hear any answer.
Avoid glorifying your own college experiences with alcohol.
Realize that the environment around your student is different from when you were in college.
Encourage your student to get involved in student organizations and community service opportunities.
If your student shares with you that he/she is under pressure to drink, offer suggestions to help them fight the pressure:
   • Arrive late and leave early.
   • Arrive with a soft drink in hand your hand, and never leave it unattended.
   • Volunteer to be the designated driver.
   • Attend events with non-drinking friends and support other's choice to not drink.
   • Avoid friendships with people who are heavy drinkers.

What To Do If You Think Your Student Has A Problem

There are many places you can find information and get help if you think your student has a problem with alcohol. On campus visit the:
Student Health Service >>
Counseling Center >>