For more information about The Dean of Students Office, please contact:
Dr. Jen Day Shaw
Dean of Students
(336) 334-5514
jdshaw@uncg.edu
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Sexual Assault ResourcesSubstance Abuse
Symptoms of Substance Abuse
How Can You Help A Friend
Substance Abuse Services
Student Health Center
Other Related Topics
Anger & Conflict Management Resources
Sexual Assault Resource Links
- University Police
- Site contains information about personal safety, campus security, what to
do in the event of a sexual assault, and how to report crimes. Also outlines
how to access counseling services through UNCG's Student Health Center.
Crime policies, definitions, rates, and related campus statistics are listed.
(For information on Rape Aggression Defense Training (RAD) sponsored by
Campus Police, see below.)
- 2008 Campus Safety Guide
While the publication of this guide is required by Federal Law (34 CFR 668.46), we view the guide as a way to provide you with useful information concerning the University’s efforts to maintain a safe community. You may access the Campus Safety Guide by following the link http://police.uncg.edu/information/clery/safety_guide_2008.pdf - Keeping you and Our Campus Safe: Your Guide to Safety Measures at UNCG
The University has made efforts to improve communications with the community during emergencies. The pamphlet “Keeping You and Our Campus Safe: Your Guide to Safety Measures at UNCG” is an excellent summary of emergency procedures. You can find this pamphlet at http://police.uncg.edu/information/clery/brochure.pdf
- 2008 Campus Safety Guide
- Center for Abuse Prevention and Education
- Newsletter for CAPE (Center for Abuse Prevention and Education) with resources and information for those who are hearing impaired.
- Clothesline Project
- Violence against women is decried in this interactive artistic expression of support for women who have been victims of violence. The project is sponsored annually on campus by UNCG Student Health Peer Educators (who also sponsor the annual Take Back the Night event).
- Code of Conduct
- Read the University's Code of Conduct policies and procedures related to adjudication of allegations, hearing logistics, and possible sanctions for a variety of offenses.
- Graduate Bulletin: Department of Women's & Gender Studies
- Description of this department, listing of faculty, and details about classes and topics covered within the Women's and Gender Studies department.
- Public Health Education (HEA) Undergraduate Courses
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- HEA 203 Peer Education
Study in one of three tracts of health topics: sexual health, alcohol and other drugs, or wellness. Students will utilize and demonstrate methods of peer health education. Sexual assault is a topic covered in the course. - HEA 260 Human Sexuality
Human sexuality class in which topics including sexual assault are addressed.
- HEA 203 Peer Education
- Rape Aggression Defense Training (RAD)
- Information about this free self-defense program offered by UNCG Campus Police which helps equip women with techniques to avoid harm if confronted. Register Online.
- The Storytelling Project
- Site provides multiple links to various community resources that promote respect for diversity and enhancing tolerance.
Substance Abuse
Back to Top- Alcohol and Drug Services of Guilford County (ADS)
- ADS is a private, non-profit agency providing substance abuse education, prevention, and treatment services to residents of Guilford County and surrounding areas. Individuals and families receive the highest quality of care available with strict attention paid to confidentiality and client rights.
- Alcohol EDU
- The online science-based course is designed to teach you about the effects of alcohol on the body and mind and to assist you in making safer and healthier decisions so you can avoid repeating the behavior in the future. Students are responsible for the cost of this class.
- Marijuana 101
- This online course is a 2 1/2 hour course that explores marijuana's effects on the the brain, health, school, and job performance. Students are given an overview of state laws regarding possession, cultivation, and distribution. Students are responsible for the cost of this class.
- Alcoholics Anonymous(AA)
- Alcoholics Anonymous® is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength, and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism.
- Rethinking Drinking
- "The Rethinking Drinking Web site and booklet have been produced by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), a part of the National Institutes of Health. The NIAAA is the lead U.S. agency supporting research on the causes, consequences, prevention, and treatment of alcohol-related problems. The content of Rethinking Drinking draws largely from the results of major NIAAA population studies and clinical trials."
Symptoms of Substance Abuse
Back to Top- If you observe the following behaviors often associated with people who have substance abuse problems, in yourself or your friends, you should seek help from resources listed in this section.
- excessive/unusual absences from or tardiness to class or work
- changes in sleeping patterns
- apparent difficulty concentrating or following instructions
- attendance at class or work while intoxicated or high
- drinking or using drugs on a daily basis
- judicial/conduct problems related to substance abuse
- passing out or unconsciousness as a result of drinking or using drugs
- forgetfulness as it relates to routine activities
- drinking in the morning hours
- loss of balance or coordination
- slurred speech and staggering
- loss of interest in class work
- mood swings
- reduced ability to attend to details
- loss of appetite and poor eating habits
- lessened concern about personal grooming
- preoccupation with means of getting "high"
How Can You Help A Friend Whom You Suspect Has A Substance Abuse Problem?
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- Show your concern for your friend and express how you feel about what you are seeing.
- Be considerate of your friend's privacy; choose a time and place that is away from other people when you choose to have a conversation about the issue.
- Recognize that your friend may not realize that there is a problem, or your friend may become defensive and even deny that such a problem exists.
- Share with your friend the resources that are available on campus to help or support students with substance abuse problems or concerns. Make sure your friend knows where he/she can get this assistance.
- Support your friends, but don't protect them from the consequences of their behavior. Help them understand what those consequences are before it is too late.
- Support your friend once he/she recognized that there is a problem. Stick by when times are tough.
- Do not feel that you must accept responsibility for your friend's behavior.
- Try to avoid putting yourself in a position in which you are invited to drink alcohol or use drugs with your friend. That invitation may be a means of testing your credibility and sincerity.
Substance Abuse Services
Back to Top- Counseling Services
(Counseling and Testing Center, 1605 Spring Garden Street)
334-5874- Individual counseling for students who are coping with substance abuse problems
- Support for students who have friends and/or family members experiencing problems due to alcohol and/or drug use
- Referrals to agencies providing appropriate treatment
- Prevention Services
(Student Health Services, Gove Student Health Center)
334-5340
- Education programs on alcohol and drugs
- Alcohol and Drug Awareness Weeks
- Resource Library (videotapes, pamphlets, etc.)
- Medical Services
(Student Health Services, Gove Student Health Center)
334-5340
- Primary medical care to support students who have physical problems associated with substance abuse
- Educational programs and workshops on alcohol and drugs
(Residence Life)
334-5636 - Administrative Liaison
(Student Affairs)
334-5099
- Information regarding drug and alcohol policies and issues related to enforcement
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Substance Education Program/Assessments:
Each year the Clinic staff work closely with the Office of Student Affairs to assist in providing services for both alcohol/other drug use and anger management. Students who have violated the University's alcohol and/or drug policy may be referred to the Substance Information Program (SIP), which offers both psycho-educational seminars and individual clinical assessments. The seminar engages participants in information about alcohol use among college populations using a social norming approach. The assessment processes is for violations that may be indicative of greater risk for abuse and provides individualized evaluation and feedback using a standardized instrument, the Substance Abuse Subtle Screening Inventory (SASSI). The Clinic also provides analogous assessment, educational and counseling services through our Anger Management Program (AMP) using the State-Trait Anger Expression Inventory (STAXI) to help identify helpful alternatives for expressing anger.
Making Better Choices
The Making Better Choices seminar is geared toward enhancing productive and ethical decision-making. This two hour class is conducted in a small-group, interactive format to allow students the opportunity to discuss how they currently make decisions and to process as a group how to improve their skills. Led by counseling interns, the seminar teaches an innovative decision making model that students can explore and apply to their personal experiences.
All services are focused on positive outcomes for the student and allow Clinic staff to utilize evidence-based interventions related to these issues.
Student Health Center
Back to Top- Alcohol Information
- Information about prevalence of alcohol use on campus, physical consequences of drinking, and how to make positive choices about drinking behaviors.
- Peer Educator Information
- Information on how to become a peer educator and promote "healthy lifestyle choices as they relate to alcohol and other drugs, sexuality issues and wellness."
- Violence Resources Page
- Defines sexual violence and hate crimes and provides comprehensive list of emergency contact resources for victims/survivors to help access legal, personal, physical, and emotional aid.
- Wellness Program
- Learn about the Wellness Center and programs offered through Student Health.
OTHER RELATED SITES
Back to Top- CampuSpeak
- National collegiate magazine offering programs and resources on several topics including sexual assault.
- Domestic Violence Shelters / Clara House
- Temporary housing for women and child survivors of abuse and assault furnished by Family Services of the Piedmont-counseling, education, and advocacy support are also provided
- Family Services of the Piedmont - Sexual Assault Information Page
- Site provides information about local, free crisis services and resources available through Family Services of the Piedmont (locations in Greensboro and High Point) - many specifically related to sexual assault.
- Male Victims of Sexual Assault
- Web page gives information about male survivors of sexual assault and links to additional resources. Go to main page for general statistics about sexual assault and information for all survivors.
- Moses Cone Hospital - SANE program (Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners)
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Site offers information about sexual assault, process of examination and
evidence collection, what to do in the event of an assault, resources for
survivors, and important telephone numbers.
- North Carolina Coalition Against Sexual Assault
- Web site provides multiple listings of free resources and contact information throughout the state, with many direct links. Also provides information concerning NC-based projects, events and training. NCCASA mission is "To provide a unifying vision to end sexual violence though resources, education, advocacy, legislative change, and technical assistance."
- North Carolina Domestic Violence Crisis And Support Resources
- Web site has phone number contact listing for a plethora of NC based support groups including domestic abuse survival and 12-step meetings.
- RAINN - Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network
- This site sponsors the national sexual assault hotline and has many celebrity sponsors - includes listings of free counseling sites in every state with contact information.
- SARA - Sexual Assault Resource Agency
- Site offers assistance to survivors, including information for male victims. Hotline numbers and educational resources for a variety of demographic groups (children, teens, and gay and lesbian survivors) are included.
Conflict & Anger Managment Resources
Back to Top- Living with a roommate doesn’t have to be difficult. Conflict between two people is inevitable and often good if approached in a positive manner. It is when conflict is poorly managed that it hampers productivity, lowers moral, causes more and continued conflict, and/or causes inappropriate behavior (ANGER). Managing conflict/anger between you and a family, friend, staff, or faculty member can be a lot easier with the resources. The following conflict/anger management resources can be used to improve your personal and professional development.
- Basics of Conflict Management
- Controlling Anger
- Anger Management Quiz
- Anger Management Techniques
- Resources for Resident Assistants
- Dealing with Roommate Conflict
- Anger Management: Early Identification and Prevention(PDF)
- Four Proven Techniques for Managing Anger
- Overcome Anger and Aggression
- Conflict Mangement Skills
Statement Regarding Anonymous Sites
The University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG) is an inclusive, caring community. Recently, many UNCG community members have expressed outrage to student government leaders and University officials regarding specific internet sites that disregard respect within our community. These sites allow individuals to anonymously post distasteful, damaging and defamatory statements about people by name. These posts can result in severe emotional distress and divisiveness.
We ask that members of the UNCG community not visit or post on internet sites that allow hateful anonymous posting regarding others. Every visit to such a site results in advertising revenue generated for that site. UNCG community values do not support avenues which are devoid of accountability for their content by the authors and site administrators.
As a University, we are an open forum for the exchange of ideas and knowledge. Free speech is predicated on the value that those who speak can be confronted in a respectful way by those who disagree.
If you or someone you know has been negatively impacted, please make use of campus resources designed for your support. These include:
- Counseling and Testing Center, Gove Student Health, (336) 334-5874
- Dean of Students Office, Mossman Building, (336) 334-5514
- Housing and Residence Life professionals for each hall (336) 334-5636
- Campus Activities and Programs, EUC, (336) 334-5800
| Mr. Michael Tuso | Dr. Checka Leinwall | Dr. Jen Day Shaw |
| President, Student | Director, Campus Activities | Dean of Students |
| Government Association | and Programs |
SGA President Michael Tuso is exploring other avenues for addressing this issue. If you wish to take part, please contact him at mjtuso@uncg.edu.