Challenges and Recommendations to Enforcement of Alcohol Policies on College Campuses: An Administrator's Perspective |
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| Authors: | Jennifer L. Cremeens PhD MSPH Stuart L. Usdan PhD M. Renee Umstattd PhD CHES Laura L. Talbott PhD CHES Lori Turner PhD Mike Perko PhD CHES FAAHE |
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| Affiliation: | 1. Department of Health Education and Promotion , East Carolina University , Greenville, North Carolina;2. Department of Health Science , The University of Alabama , Tuscaloosa, Alabama;3. Department of Health, Human Performance, and Recreation , Baylor University , Waco, Texas;4. Department of Human Studies , University of Alabama at Birmingham , Birmingham, Alabama;5. Department of Public Health Education , University of North Carolina at Greensboro , Greenboro, North Carolina |
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| Abstract: | Abstract Objective: The purpose of this study was to examine challenges and recommendations (identified by college administrators) to enforcing alcohol policies implemented at colleges in the southeastern United States. Methods: Telephone interviews were conducted with 71 individuals at 21 institutions. Results: Common challenges included inconsistent enforcement, mixed messages received by students, and students’ attitudes toward alcohol use. The most common recommendations were ensuring a comprehensive approach, collaboration with members of the community, and enhanced alcohol education. |
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| Keywords: | administration alcohol alcohol policies alcohol use college campuses college students |
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