Reducing The Risk With Alcohol top of page Students can have a complete and enjoyable college experience without drinking. 1 out of 4 Western students doesn't drink at all. The guest and host share accountability for responsible drinking behavior - before, during, and after drinking. Underage drinking violates university policy and Washington State law. Alcohol consumption increases your risk for being a perpetrator or being a victim of sexual assault.
Students can reduce other student's risk of dying from alcohol poisoning.
Drinking and driving puts the driver, passengers and others on the road at risk. Most college students overestimate the amount and frequency of alcohol use among their peers. Reducing The Risk With Drugs top of page Most college students overestimate the amount and frequency of drug use among their peers. Drug use can interfere with academic success. The majority of Western students are non-smokers.