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We try to have as many proactive programmatic initiatives to inform students of the risks that may
occur should they choose to drink, Ferrell said. We try to approach it from the framework of having
students make informed decisions.
From the perspective of a parent, Riggs said he believes having meaningful conversations about the risks
of drinking can go a long way.
The parents are going to get limited information from the school so they cant find out what their kids
are doing at every moment, Riggs said. What the parents have instilled in them through the years is
going to be critical. As long as theyve had proper dialogue with their kids through the years, I think that
goes a long way in them using proper judgement.
Riggs also spoke on the advice he offers for students who play the role of a concerned peer. He said the
best thing to do is seek help, as Campus Police always keeps the well-being of students as their top
priority.
I think the best thing to do is always call someone who can help, Riggs said. Our first priority in these
cases is the health and welfare of the students. The polices goal is for a medical first responder to
provide care and have that person transported to the hospital for treatment.
Ferrell added that Residence Life staff members are also available to help. As a resident director, Ferrell
meets with students who break alcohol policies in dorms, and said the hope is that students to learn
from their mistakes.
I hold conduct meetings with students who have violated policies on campus, Ferrell said. Ill engage
students in conversations around what occurred, why it occurred, what the decision making process
looked like, and what can be learned from the incident.
More information on Salem State Universitys alcohol policies can be found on the schools website,
which provides a list of alcohol and drug resources here: https://www.salemstate.edu/chs/alcoholdrugs.php.