2026 KUTZTOWN UNIVERSITY ANNUAL SECURITY REPORT 27 protect the interests of the university and the rights and safety of others. Drug and Alcohol Education KU is committed to promoting the health and safety of its campus community through a program of alcohol education and the implementation of relevant policies. The University has developed a program to prevent the illicit use of drugs and the abuse of alcohol misuse by students and employees. The program provides drug use and abuse services including dissemination of informational materials, educational programs, counseling services, and referrals. The University provides alcohol & other drugs prevention programs. First-year students are encouraged to complete an online alcohol awareness training program. Health and Wellness Services provides Brief Alcohol Screening and Intervention for College Students (BASICS) and Cannabis Screening and Intervention for College Students (CASICS) for students referred by Student Conduct; students who are thinking of change can self-refer. BASICS/CASICS are two-session programs where students meet with a trained BASICS/CASICS facilitator in a non-judgmental environment to examine their use and how it impacts their lives. Health and Wellness Services provide ongoing services throughout the academic year including alcohol and other drug workshops, training, and interactive activities for students at Kutztown University. Printed material, educational tools, and information are available in the health center. Clinical Services, a part of Health & Wellness Services, provides Screening, Brief Intervention and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) to students. It is an evidence-based approach to identifying patients who use alcohol and other drugs at dangerous levels. The goal of SBIRT is to reduce and prevent health consequences, diseases, accidents, and injuries related to substance misuse. Clinical Services, a part of Health & Wellness Services, provides Screening, Brief Intervention and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) to students. It is an evidence-based approach to identifying patients who use alcohol and other drugs at dangerous levels. The goal of SBIRT is to reduce and prevent health consequences, diseases, accidents, and injuries related to substance misuse. Students receive referrals to campus resources such as CASICS/BASICS, smoking cessation, sober curious information, and the KU Counseling Center. Student Conduct issues disciplinary and educational sanctions for violations of alcohol and drug policies of the Student Code of Conduct. Educational sanctions may include mandatory participation in one or more of the following programs: Under the Influence, an online alcohol intervention program that examines alcohol use and the associated behavioral health issues; THC 101, an online intervention course addressing the effects of cannabis including mental health, dependence and legal issues; and motivational interviewing programs such CASICS or BASICS. Additionally, online and motivational interviewing programs also feature the use of the eCHECKUP TO GO, a personalized, evidence-based online prevention intervention tool. Abuse of alcohol and drugs can have a dramatic impact on professional, academic, and family life. Therefore, Kutztown University encourages members of the community who may be experiencing difficulty with drugs or alcohol to attend programs or to contact one of the following: Health and Wellness Services (Beck Hall, 1st floor, health@kutztown.edu, www.kutztown.edu/about-ku/ administrative-offices/health-and-wellnessservices.html) provides high quality, confidential medical and mental health care and resources to students. The department strives to enhance student success by fostering a healthy collegiate environment and support responsible and informed decisionmaking. To schedule an appointment with a registered nurse or physician for medical concerns, students should call Clinical Services at 610-683-4082, option 1. For a Counseling Center appointment, they should call 610-683-4072. Licensed counselors provide solutionfocused services for students experiencing difficulties with anxiety, depression, family and relationship troubles, substance use, and other concerns. Community referrals and crisis intervention services are also available to all enrolled students in need.
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