Tag Archives: drinking

Drinking Culture Emphasized to Students

Drinking alcohol has become a common social norm for college students and media is at fault for promoting such college life. With movies such as Spring Breakers and Animal House, the definition of college become more partying and drinking, rather than focusing on academics. Many students at University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point come from households where drinking alcohol is not prevalent, ... Read More »

Tailgating: Homecoming Edition

When I was a kid I thought going to a ballgame was the best thing in the world. Nothing really tops the feeling of walking into a cathedral of athletic prowess and watching the best athletes in the world showcase their craft in front of thousands of people. I still think going to a ballgame is one of the greatest ... Read More »

Stevens Point, UWSP Evaluate Alcohol and Drug Policies

The Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Task Force (AODATF) was created last fall to make recommendations on possible preventative measures for alcohol and drug related incidents. The management group will be making its recommendations this October to University of Wisconsin- Stevens Point Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs Al Thompson who co-heads AODTF along with Stevens Point Mayor Andrew Halverson. Freshmen ... Read More »