Overview

The Higher Education Center for Alcohol and Drug Misuse Prevention and Recovery (HECAOD) is the premier alcohol and drug misuse prevention and recovery resource for colleges and universities across the nation. Our website provides campus and community professionals the tools and resources needed to implement alcohol and drug misuse prevention and recovery programs on their campuses.

Featured Events

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2026 National Meeting

October 19-22, 2026 from 11:00 – 4:30 p.m. ET
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Virtual Water Cooler Chats

Every second Tuesday of the month
2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET

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Psychedelic Emergency, Acute and Continuing Care Education Program (P.E.A.C.E)

October 28, 2026, from 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET

Trainings

HECAOD offers a variety of trainings and resources for campus professionals on collegiate substance misuse prevention and recovery. Learn more about the types of education provided by the Higher Education Center.

Upcoming Events