2024 Virtual National Meeting At A Glance Schedule
*Schedule is tentative and subject to change*
Access to Pre-Recorded Sessions Available Beginning July 22, 2024
Tuesday, July 30, 2024
11:00 – 12:00 p.m. – Virtual Session
Presenters:
Tom Fontana LCMHC, LADC
Description:
We will look at cannabis tolerance breaks: why they are needed, and what they can achieve. We will look at a resource, the T-Break Guide: how it was developed, and what research tells us about its efficacy.
1:00 – 2:30 p.m. – Conference Welcome & Afternoon Keynote (Livestream)
3:00 – 3:45 p.m. – Roundtable Discussion
Facilitator:
Dr. Tavis Glassman
Description:
This roundtable discussion will focus on college alcohol policies and perceptions as we explore effective strategies to foster safer campus environments. We’ll explore current challenges, student attitudes, and innovative approaches to promote responsible drinking and enhance overall student well-being.
Wednesday, July 31, 2024
11:00 – 12:00 p.m. – Virtual Session
Presenters:
JaNiene Peoples, MS, CHES; Dr. Benjamin Montemayor & Daniela Tuda, LCSW
Description:
There continues to be emerging interest in the impact of racial discrimination on Black college students’ substance use behaviors and associated consequences. Yet, the collective body of evidence has not been synthesized comprehensively, resulting in a gap in knowledge regarding (1) the causal relationship between racial discrimination and substance use; and (2) the methodological and analytic strengths and weaknesses of existing studies. Accordingly, we conducted a scoping review of peer-reviewed literature to summarize studies of racial discrimination and substance use among Black college students. We will discuss important evidence gaps and suggest directions for future antiracist research and practices on college campuses.
1:00 – 2:15 p.m. – Afternoon Keynote (Livestream)
3:00 – 3:45 p.m. – Mini Session Presentation – Data Informed Practice Views from Across the Field
Presenters:
Dr. Ashley Helle
Description:
An ongoing project collaboration between researchers and a statewide prevention coalition has focused on identifying barriers and facilitators to selecting and implementing evidence-based alcohol and other drug (AOD) prevention across campuses. Over 140 student affairs professionals from a state wide coalition participated in a survey and 16 participated in individual interviews to identify key drivers of the selection and implementation process. Six key determinants were identified (Helle et al., under review): Collaboration, resources, leadership role and buy-in, institution priorities, evidence for prevention program/initiative, and student needs and preferences. The “student needs and preferences” domain will be described in depth in this presentation. Additional pilot data from a national sample assessing the importance of student needs and perspectives will also be presented. Recommendations and next steps as applied to strategic planning and actionable steps for campuses will be discussed.
Presenters:
Julia Charnas & Susanna Alanko
Description:
The types of cannabis education and prevention services provided by states and territories vary widely. We conducted an environmental scan examining public-facing educational and prevention-focused materials on cannabis use provided by states. This environmental scan and the accompanying analysis provide a foundation for better health policy and prevention education in the complex landscape of cannabis in the United States. Youth and parents/caregivers were often the intended audiences for cannabis misuse prevention. This environmental scan examined content topics, intended audiences, tax revenue and allocation, location of information, and recorded social equity components in cannabis industries. We will also share examples from states and perspectives on future topics of research.
Presenters:
Milan Karna
Description:
The session will introduce agencies like Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services and interagency collaborations like Ohio for Responsible Gambling and their efforts on the issue of Problem Gambling. Looking at the 2022 Ohio Gambling Survey, this instrument will address populations at-risk for disordered gambling, including college students. Finally, efforts to mitigate the harms of problem gambling will be discussed through campaigns, resources available and upcoming endeavors.
Thursday, August 1, 2024
11:00 – 12:30 p.m. – Closing Keynote
1:00 – 1:45 p.m. – Roundtable Discussion
Presenters:
Dylan Dunn
Description:
This roundtable discussion will provide an overview of a opioid toolkit, developed in partnership by SAFE Project, NASPA, and HECAOD. Led by Dylan Dunn, this session will focus on how professionals can use the toolkit to equip their campuses with the necessary knowledge and tools to effectively prevent and respond to opioid overdoses, fostering a safer and more prepared academic environment.
3:00 – 4:00 p.m. – Virtual Session
Presenters:
Kristina Canfield
Description:
This session will introduce attendees to the new accreditation process for collegiate recovery programs (CRPs). The session will cover the history of how the process was developed, an overview of the process for applying and completing accreditation, a review of the manual and expectations, and an interactive experience with the unique tool designed for accreditation. The session will also address how this process can support the continued growth and sustainability of a CRP and how to leverage what is learned through the various accreditation processes to advocate for their CRP.
Pre-Recorded Sessions
Presenters:
Ricky Hill
Description:
This session will introduce attendees to the new accreditation process for collegiate recovery programs (CRPs). The session will cover the history of how the process was developed, an overview of the process for applying and completing accreditation, a review of the manual and expectations, and an interactive experience with the unique tool designed for accreditation. The session will also address how this process can support the continued growth and sustainability of a CRP and how to leverage what is learned through the various accreditation processes to advocate for their CRP.
Presenters:
Grace Fedyski
Description:
During this session, peer-to-peer engagement opportunities will be discussed as an avenue to promote careers in higher education to students’ who are interested in the public health field. Engaging students in monthly engagements allows for community building, continuous education, and professional development networking. Various student well-being topics are discussed (i.e. alcohol and other drug misuse, emotional well-being, violence prevention) as students become exposed to the health promotion and prevention profession within higher education.
Presenters:
Re’Nesha Weston & Brandon Horton
Description:
Are you curious about how partnerships impact the student-centered approach across the continuum? This session will discuss frameworks that contribute to cultivating healthy student-centered partnerships, engagement with essential partners, and opportunities to develop and nurture new partnerships in and outside of the organization.
Presenters:
Michael Buzzelli
Description:
This session will cover a brief background of gambling opportunities in Ohio followed by the expansion in recent years, including sports wagering and potential collegiate impacts. Was Ohio prepared? What services, resources and systems have been put in place to respond? Do these services cover the continuum of care and at-risk and underserved populations? Taking a dive into Ohio’s most recent 2022 Gambling Survey, Ohio Problem Gambling Helpline data and current programming on university campuses, this session will cover statewide services throughout the continuum of care and the interdisciplinary relationships built to fund, grow and expand these services and what is still needed.
