SHIFT the Classroom

What better way to start this conversation than in the place where students most gravitate. Over 35 esteemed faculty will integrate different perspectives on substance use and college students into their Signature Courses. These discussions will revolve around reflecting on cultural norms and infuse wellness into the classroom and curriculum.

SHIFT the Conversation

When it comes to a challenge like changing a culture, who better to speak with than your peers? Pilot Two aims to train all First-Year Interest Group (FIG) mentors and Sanger Learning Center advisors so that students can talk to students about what’s important to them when it comes to shifting the culture on substance use.

SHIFT the Environment

Shifting a culture includes all the places and spaces in which we live, and since our campus extends well beyond the 40 acres for which we’re known, we are partnering up with as many community partners as we can to integrate prevention practices not only on campus, but in our surrounding environments as well.

SHIFT the Events

While college campuses tend to evoke images of substance misuse, SHIFT believes in a new narrative that encourages students to make their own choices around substance use that revolve around their safety and well-being. This pilot also brings to campus unique opportunities to socialize without the presence of

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SHIFT the Technology

Hate getting text messages from random numbers? Yeah, us too. Pilot 5 is all about connecting with those you want to hear from, with information you want to know. Curious about what strategies might help you and your friends stay safe while enjoying the social scene? Ever wonder about how cannabis really affects your sleep? Sign up to receive more information from those you want to hear it from.

SHIFT the SHIFTovation

What happens here changes the world. And what SHIFTs here changes the culture. SHIFT welcomes new and innovative ideas from all around the UT community that creatively address issues related to substance misuse. Monetary awards are available for UT students, faculty, and staff whose ideas aim to help SHIFT the culture on college campuses as it relates to substance misuse. Proposals should be innovative, measurable, and evidence-based.

All proposals reviewed quarterly: April 17, July 13, Nov 16. If received after these dates, the proposal may not be considered until next quarterly review.

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