What is the UO's Prevention Course?
The University of Oregon is deeply committed to your health and well-being, your academic success, and engaging you in a learning experience that creates a healthier campus community. A student’s ability to learn is enhanced when they are a member of a safe and healthy community. Being impacted by behaviors of students who misuse and abuse substances or are involved in some form of sexual misconduct can all be significant barriers to academic success. Our goal is to reduce the negative consequences of substance misuse and abuse, reduce incidents of unwanted sexual behavior, and increase student coping. Therefore, as part of the UO’s comprehensive approach to prevention education, it is required that all new incoming students complete our online prevention course offered through Vector Solutions, which includes four modules that cover alcohol, consent and respect, cannabis, and other drugs.
If you are a nontraditional student (25 years old or older, work 40 hours per week, and/or are a parent/caregiver) or are in alcohol and other drug recovery, we have an alternative program designed for you. Please reach out to prevention@uoregon.edu for more information.
AlcoholEDU, CannabisEDU, and Prescription Drug Misuse Prevention Modules
The modules titled AlcoholEDU, CannabisEDU, and Prescription Drug Misuse Prevention address topics of substance misuse and abuse in addition to the related expectations for UO students around responsible behaviors.
Thirty days after you complete these modules you will receive an email inviting you to complete the follow-up portion of those modules. This follow-up portion is not required but highly encouraged.
Sexual Assault Prevention for Undergraduates Module
The Sexual Assault Prevention for Undergraduates module has been designed to help students understand that consent is mandatory within sexual and romantic relationships. As a contracted vendor, Vector Solutions uses some language in this module that differs in form, function, and tone from our typical prevention education at the University of Oregon. Although we have identified this difference, we still believe there is value to this educational touchpoint for you as a student.
As an institution, we believe in holistic, community-based approaches to ending sexual violence which includes the onus being placed on the perpetrator and that sexual violence can happen to anyone regardless of gender. If you have feedback on the module, please complete the course satisfaction survey which is received directly by Vector Solutions.
How to Fulfill the Requirements
Student Status | Step 1 | Step 2 |
|---|---|---|
Fall Term Admits | You will be enrolled in your modules at the start of fall term. Complete AlcoholEDU for College, CannabisEDU, Prescription Drug Misuse Prevention, and Sexual Assault Prevention for Undergraduates. The requirement is not fulfilled until all four modules are complete. Allow yourself plenty of time as it may take two to three hours to finish all four modules. | Thirty days after you complete these modules, you will be asked to complete the follow-up portion of those modules. This follow-up portion is not required but highly encouraged. |
Winter and Spring Term Admits | You will be enrolled in your modules at the start of your first term on campus. Complete AlcoholEDU for College, CannabisEDU, Prescription Drug Misuse Prevention, and Sexual Assault Prevention for Undergraduates by the deadline given to you in your online prevention course enrollment emails. | Thirty days after you complete these modules, you will be asked to complete the follow-up portion of those modules. This follow-up portion is not required but highly encouraged. |
Nontraditional Students and Members of Recovery Community | If you identify with at least one of the following: 25 years old or older, work 40 hours per week, are a parent/caregiver, in alcohol and other drug recovery, you qualify for an alternative program in place of the online prevention course. | Email prevention@uoregon.edu for more information. |
For any questions or concerns, please contact prevention@uoregon.edu with the subject “Required Prevention” and include your student ID number.