Safety Tips for Students - Being Safe at a Party

Tips for Being Safe on Campus	Living Off-Campus
At a Party	The Facts About Sexual Assault
On a Date	Safety Contact Numbers
Running and Walking Safely	Safety Links

At a Party:

Drugs are often used to facilitate sexual assault
Examples include: Rohypnol (Roofies), Gamma-Hydroxybuterate (GHB), Ketamine (Special K or Vitamin K), and MDMA (Ecstasy). These drugs (often called "Date Rape Drugs") are odorless, colorless, tasteless and easily obtained. They are undetectable when mixed with drinks and are often used recreationally at bars, clubs, parties and other gatherings.

Effects of "Club" or "Date Rape" Drugs

* Loss of control, consciousness or semi-consciousness

* Loss of inhibition

* Confusion, amnesia, blackouts

* Dizziness, vomiting

* Slow reaction time

* A high or euphoric feeling followed by a low

These drugs are extremely dangerous when mixed with alcohol and may be fatal

Tips to Reduce the Chance of Unknowingly Consuming a "Date Rape" Drug

* Always keep your beverage in sight

* Don't leave it while dancing or going elsewhere

* At a bar, club, or party, accept drinks only from the bartender or server

* Avoid group drinks, punch bowls, or drinks being passed around

* Open your own containers

* Don't let someone you hardly know take you home from a party

* Don't offer rides to such people either

Stay Alert
If you or your friends experience any of the symptoms above or any unexplained symptoms, tell someone immediately and try to retain a sample of the beverage for laboratory testing. It is against the law to sell, administer, or otherwise provide these drugs to another person. For more information, contact the Center for Drug and Alcohol Education at 491-1702.