Substance Use Education

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Alcohol Use

While the legal age to consume alcohol in the state of ME is 21, there is information that all students should be aware of, regardless of their age. If you have questions about or are curious to know more about how alcohol affects your body or are struggling with alcohol abuse, SWell can help with education and resources.

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BASICS

The Brief Alcohol Screening Intervention for College Students (BASICS) is a program designed to help students explore their drinking in a non-judgement environment. This program can be done in a group or individually. Students may self-refer or may be assigned after a student conduct violation.

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Cannabis Use

While recreational and medicinal use of cannabis is legal in ME for those over the age of 21, it is not permitted on UMaine property. If you want more information about cannabis or are struggling with over-consumption, SWell employees can help you learn more and explore your motivation for change.

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Opioid Awareness

Fentanyl has become more prevalent in the Bangor/Orono Area and has been found to be mixed in with other illicit drugs. Please use caution when making choices and focus on harm reduction strategies when taking risks. SWell is proud to offer Fentanyl Testing Strips which are free and available in the office.

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Tobacco Use and Vaping

UMaine supports the finding that smoking, vaping, or other use of tobacco products on campus grounds is detrimental to the health and safety of everyone. We promote an environment where the students, faculty, staff, contractors, vendors, and visitors are not exposed to the harmful effects of secondhand smoke or vapor.

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Binge Drinking Stats and Facts

Blood Alcohol Content (BAC): A person’s BAC informs them how intoxicated they are. While it isn’t exact, it is able to give a general understanding of how a person’s body will react. Factors that affect BAC include body mass, amount you drink, how quickly you drink, biology, and levels of food and medication in your system.

BAC Calculator
Binge drinking is consuming enough alcohol in 2 hours to reach this BAC
Four-five servings of alcohol can raise your BAC to binge drinking levels for most people
.00% – .06% is considered a safe range for BAC
UMaine Student Handbook
Student Code of Conduct
University Alcohol Policy and Law
Medical Amnesty &
Good Samaritan Program