Increasing Knowledge. Reducing Risk. Supporting Positive Change.
AOD Direct Support Services
Our direct support services provide individual and group opportunities for students to explore their relationship with substances and how it aligns with their personal goals in a confidential, nonjudgmental environment. Grounded in motivational interviewing and risk reduction, these services help students identify their strengths, address their unique needs, and make informed decisions that support meaningful, sustainable change.
AOD Direct Support Services are available at no cost to students interested in learning more about their substance use. Fees apply only to students with sanctions or violations from Dean of Students or Housing & Residential Life.
Alcohol 1:1 Chats
Chat with a Health Educator in a confidential and judgement-free space about your alcohol use.
In this session you can:
- Get personalized feedback on your alcohol use
- Learn realistic tips & strategies for safer drinking
- Understand your weekly alcohol intake
- Explore how alcohol fits (or doesn’t) with your goals
- Ask questions and get accurate info
Schedule your 60-minute session with a Health Educator:
& You Workshops
(formerly known as SHADE)
These workshops provide personalized guidance, education, resources, and support in a nonjudgmental, collaborative peer environment. Through interactive activities and discussion, students gain practical harm-reduction skills and a deeper understanding of how substance use affects health, relationships, and academics, helping them make informed choices that align with their personal goals.
Alcohol & You
This two-part group workshop (two, 2-hour sessions) explores the pros and cons of alcohol use, safer drinking tips, the science behind alcohol consumption, and empowers students to reflect upon their alcohol use.
Substance Use & You
This two-part workshop is an add for on Alcohol & You and focuses on general polysubstance use harm reduction and education about cannabis and cocaine.
Cannabis & You
This two-part group workshop (two, 2-hour sessions) explores the pros and cons of cannabis, tips for safer use, and empowers students to reflect upon their cannabis use.
BASICS
Brief Alcohol Screening & Intervention for College Students (BASICS) is a personalized 2-session program (1 hour each) designed to help students examine their own alcohol behavior through screening and personalized feedback.
Based in motivational interviewing, Health Educators will facilitate conversation to help the student reflect on their experiences, explore what’s working, address challenges, develop new strategies, and identify resources that support their goals.
Contact Health Promotion at 520-621-5700 for more information or to sign up.
Note: BASICS is intended for students who have already completed any of the Campus Health offerings above.
Costs for Direct Support Services
Fees for Direct Support Services only apply to students with sanctions or violations from Dean of Students or Housing & Residential Life.
Note: If a student who is registered does not attend, a no-show fee of the cost of the service will be automatically applied to the student's Bursar account.
| Service | Cost |
|---|---|
| 1:1 Alcohol Chats | $25 |
| Alcohol & You Workshop | $50 |
| Alcohol & You Workshop + Substance Use You | $75 |
| Cannabis & You Workshop | $50 |
| BASICS | $75 |
AOD Programs & Resources
Health Promotion offers a variety of programs and resources designed to increase awareness, prevent substance misuse, and decrease harm related to alcohol and other drug use. Through education, screenings, health campaigns, and community-based initiatives, students can access information and support in ways that resonate for them that promote informed decision-making and overall wellbeing.
E-Checkup To Go
Get personalized feedback about your alcohol use that you can put into practice right away through a short, interactive online program tailored to you.
AOD Presentations
Health Educators can bring fun and interactive AOD education programs to clubs, classes, and departments.
Presentation Highlight: The Buzz, Cannabis & Vaping
Alcohol Education
Safer drinking tips and tools you need to make informed choices about alcohol.
Request Narcan
Narcan/Nalaxone is a life-saving medication designed to reverse the effects of an opioid overdose. Please request 2 weeks in advance.
Health Promotion Hideaway
A cozy space to be yourself, have fun, and find your people.
Sober Social Cats
A student group dedicated to creating fun and sober experiences on campus and around Tucson.
Shareables
Download, print, or share digital health and wellness resources with your department, group or club.
@UAZCampusHealth
Health and wellness tips, events, and info to support your wellbeing
Alcohol-Free Campus Events
All events are alcohol-free and offer students fun, engaging ways to support their wellbeing while connecting with others and building community. From therapy animals and resource fairs to arts and crafts, game nights, and more, there's something for everyone. Health Promotion also hosts alcohol education events throughout the year.
Student AOD Data
Understanding student experiences with alcohol and other drugs helps us identify areas of need and develop programs and resources that promote student wellbeing. The data below provides a snapshot of substance use among UofA students and helps guide our education, communication, and prevention efforts.
12025 Health & Wellness Survey
Guiding Alcohol & Other Drug Response at UofA & Across Arizona
Health Promotion serves as a campus and statewide resource for alcohol and other drug education and interventions by monitoring trends, identifying emerging needs, sharing expertise, and promoting evidence-based strategies. Through data-informed decision-making, campus partnerships, and statewide collaboration, we help shape policies, programs, and interventions that reduce risk and support student health and wellbeing.
We are part of the following:
- University of Arizona Alcohol Task Force
- University of Arizona Alcohol Team
- Arizona Institutions of Higher Education (AZIHE)
- Pima County Underage Drinking Coalition
- Substance Use Block Grant recipient through ACHHS