Prevention and Substance Use
TESI
Tiger Education Screening Intervention
Over the course of 2 – 3 sessions, students will meet individually with a trained TESI facilitator to explore how their alcohol/substance use may be impacting other areas of their life, receive personalized feedback on their use, and determine strategies to reduce their risk. All sessions are confidential.
The cost of TESI for mandated students is $125. This fee is waived for students who self-refer into the program.
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If you are scheduling your first appointment, please be prepared to share the following information with our staff so we can get you scheduled in a timely fashion.
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Full Name
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Auburn Email Address
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Banner ID / Tiger Card Number
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Cell Phone Number
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Date of Birth
SUIT
Substance Use
Intervention Team
Substance Use Intervention Team, or SUIT, is a comprehensive 8-week program focused on supporting individuals who struggle with problematic alcohol and/or substance use or for those who desire accountability for their personal alcohol and/or substance use goals. Harm reduction is one of the desired outcomes of the SUIT program, however, depending on an individual’s goals, the program may be tailored to focus on abstinence and recovery.​​​​​
​​Program Components
There are various requirements of the SUIT program, including:
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Weekly relapse prevention sessions
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Weekly check-in appointment
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Weekly random drug tests​
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Referrals
Students are referred for violations of policy by Student Conduct, however, students may be referred by a number of other offices on campus such as Residence Life, Greek Life, Student Counseling & Psychological Services, and the Auburn University Medical Clinic. In addition, students may complete the SUIT program as a self-referral.
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Facilitators
Trained graduate-level facilitators and professionals conduct SUIT sessions under the supervision of a licensed clinician. Students enrolled in the SUIT program will have individual meetings for Case Management and Relapse Prevention each week.​
The SUIT Case Manager will assist the student in their completion of the program and serve as a connector to resources on and off campus. During relapse prevention sessions, students will work with a facilitator to identify triggers for substance use, build coping and refusal skills, and explore underlying mechanisms of substance use and addiction.​
Appointments
To schedule a SUIT consultation appointment, please call our office at 334-844-1528.​​​
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Fees
There are no fees associated with SUIT appointments for students who have been sanctioned to complete the program or students who have self-referred. There is a no-show fee of $40 for a missed intake appointment and $20 for a missed follow up appointment.
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The only fee associated with the program is the cost of the weekly random drug screens ($41) at the Auburn University Medical Clinic.
TIE
Tobacco Intervention Education
TIE is a brief intervention and education program designed for Auburn students who have been found in violation of the Auburn University Smoking Policy, who are seeking understanding about their nicotine use or a referral to cessation resources.
The program is designed to provide education on nicotine in general, provide feedback on the student’s individual use, asses their readiness for change, reduce risks related to nicotine use, and provide referrals to resources that can meet their change goals.
Tobacco Use
Smoking combustible cigarettes is the single greatest cause of cancer and chronic respiratory disease and is also a significant cause of cardiovascular disease. According to WHO one in every two smokers will die from a tobacco-related illness. Although cigarette use is not reported as frequently on Auburn’s campus as in the past; vaping or juuling has been on a significant rise. Among students attending the TESI program, around 33% reported using vaping devices and another 98% reported knowing at least 1 person who vaped or juuled on a regular basis.
Vaping
Vaping is the act of inhaling and exhaling the aerosol, often referred to as vapor, which is produced by an e-cigarette or similar device such as a Juul. The term is used because e-cigarettes do not produce tobacco smoke, but rather an aerosol consisting of fine particles, often mistaken for water vapor. Many of these particles contain varying amounts of toxic chemicals which have been linked to cancer as well as respiratory and heart disease. ​​There are currently no FDA approved vaping devices. Many individuals believe that vaping is “safer” than combustible cigarettes although there is little evidence to support this. Since there are no FDA approved products, there are no regulations on what is being put in the juices or how the devices are manufactured. Many carcinogens have been found in the juices such as diacetyl, aluminum, arsenic, benzene, cadmium, and silver. The chief component however is nicotine.
Addiction
Students, increase in use of these products is of concern due to nicotine addiction and unknown health consequences related to the inhalation of particles. The TIE program aims to provides education and assistance to students seeking to end nicotine reliance as both vaping and combustible cigarettes contain nicotine as a primary substance. This program will provide resources and referrals to students seeking help or who have been in violation of the smoking policy on campus.
The CRC: The Collegiate Recovery Community (CRC) provides a place for students in recovery to participate in a continuing care program. The CRC provides a nurturing, affirming environment where individuals can find peer support while attending college.
Alcohol- and drug-related overdoses are serious. Know what signs to look for and what to do in an alcohol- or drug-related emergency by reviewing the information provided. If you suspect that someone has alcohol poisoning, seek immediate medical care.
Looking for a presentation on a specific topic? Our staff can tailor most educational presentations for the needs of your organization. Presentations are available for residence halls, fraternities and sororities, student organizations, and more. more information.