East Carolina University
The Department of Health Education and Promotion
Alcohol Use Education and Prevention

Alcohol Use Prevention & Education
East Carolina University

Alcohol use is an issue that universities across the country face. East Carolina University (ECU) strives to promote healthy behaviors and decisions regarding alcohol use among its students. ECU recognizes the need for alcohol education and prevention efforts to take a multi-faceted approach.  In doing so, the university has made resources available for students, parents, faculty, staff, and community members to support a low risk environment for alcohol use.

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Throughout the website you will see articles and tips for the professional partier. Here is what the true definition of “professional partier” is.

Professional partier  [noun] –
  1. An individual, often of college-age, who parties safely. Such an individual typically:
    • Drinks responsibly (i.e. consumes alcohol in moderation and knows his or her limits).
    • Doesn’t drink and drive.
    • Knows the signs of alcohol poisoning.