This program is a three-level alcohol/drug intervention process open to all MSU students either by self-referral or by referral from MSU offices or staff.

Level I Focus Seminar

The Focus Seminar is a 2-time educational group run by graduate student facilitators, designed to be interactive and informational. During the two 2-hour classes, skill-based educational components are used to help participants minimize the risks associated with substance use. Seminar participants are offered further information about support groups, therapy groups and individual counseling. The cost of attendance is free for self-referrals or will cost $125 for mandatory referrals.

Level II BASICS

BASICS is an acronym for Brief Alcohol Screening and Interventions for College Students. This is an evidence-based program utilizing a motivational interviewing style to increase students own interest in reducing the harm and negative consequences associated with substance abuse. This 2-hour program includes the following:

  • Completion of written alcohol/drug assessments
  • A 1-hour interview to gather data, followed by1-hour personalized feedbackwith a trained professional 
  • A personalized feedback sheet, including information on blood alcohol concentration, social norms and risk factors associated with alcohol and other drug use.

BASICS is also free for self-referral; a fee of $150 will be charged for mandatory participation due to a campus policy violation or court referral.

Level III Intervention and Referral

At Level III, students are referred to Cedar Creek Integrative Care to complete the ACT Program entirely and to comply with the recommendations of the assessment.