AlcoholEdu: DePaul is one of hundreds of institutions nationwide requiring every member of their first year class to complete AlcoholEdu each year – a non-opinionated, science-based course taken by hundreds of thousands of students each year. Whether or not a student drinks, AlcoholEdu empowers students to make well-informed decisions and provides some simple strategies to help keep them and their friends safe.
Haven: We promote student health and safety through the use of Haven, a program that educates students about the elements of healthy relationships, the importance of sexual consent, and the role of bystanders.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alcohol EDU & Haven?
- Alcohol EDU is an online alcohol education module and has a Part I and a Part II.
- Haven is an online sexual and relationship violence education module and has a Part I and a Part II.
Why are new undergraduate, graduate, law and transfer students expected to complete it?
It is common practice for universities to offer online educational modules for students as they enter the institution. Our goal is for all students who enter DePaul University to have similar base knowledge about sexual & relationship violence and alcohol and drug use so they can make informed choices. We will build on the knowledge learned in these modules throughout a student's time at DePaul, continuing to reinforce the Take Care DePaul message.
How long does it take to complete Part I? How long does it take to complete Part II?
Both Alcohol EDU and Haven have a Part I and Part II with a waiting period inbetween.
Haven - Part I will require approximately 45-60 minutes to complete and Part II will take approximately 20 minutes to complete.
Alcohol EDU - Part I will require approximately 90 minutes to complete and Part II will take approximately 20 minutes to complete.
What are the deadlines to complete Part I? What are the deadlines for Part II?
Part I OPENED on August 21, 2017. All new students will receive an email with instructions.
Part I MUST BE COMPLETED BY September 19, 2017. Part I for BOTH modules must have been completed by September 19, 2017.
Part II OPENED October 2, 2017. All new students will receive an email with instructions.
Part II MUST BE COMPLETED BY October 27, 2017. Part II for BOTH modules must have been completed by October 27th, 2017.
Who do students call if they need emotional support?
Students can call the Office of Health Promotion and Wellness at 773.325.7129 and ask to speak to a staff member. All full-time staff members serve as Survivor Support Advocates if students need support in regards to sexual and relationship violence. Students can also call University Counseling Services at 773.325.7779 to make an appointment to speak with a counselor.