CLEAR (Campus Learning & Education on Addiction & Risk)
CLEAR (Campus Learning & Education on Addiction & Risk)
CLEAR (Campus Learning & Education on Addiction & Risk) is an education and prevention initiative. CLEAR engages in evidenced-based, values-aligned programming and collaboration designed to help individuals make informed choices, strengthen decision-making, and build the life they envision. We are committed to furthering the mission of Messiah University and helping to educate students on their path towards spiritual formation and holistic wellness.
What is CLEAR
CLEAR is an education and prevention initiative designed to raise awareness on the importance of behavioral health. CLEAR seeks to provide care and support to students navigating challenges of their own or seeking to learn how to support others in the community with challenges related to addictive behaviors, substance misuse, and dependence. Through collaborating with campus and community partners, CLEAR aims to empower individuals seeking to find greater alignment between their behaviors, faith, and their overall well-being. CLEAR is delivered through two student learning pathways:
- PATH (prevention & early education)
- RENEW (recovery & re-engagement)
Psalm 119:105, "Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path
Romans 12:2, Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.
Why CLEAR
CLEAR hopes to provide support on the path to integration and renewal. We hope to provide student and community support by:
- Sharing accessible resources, programming, and training opportunities for staff and students
- Encouraging values, identity, and faith integration
- Developing intentional, strategic prevention programming to proactively address high-risk behaviors
- By encouraging and supporting cross-departmental coordination
- Monitoring compliance with the Drug-Free Schools & Campuses Act (DFSCA)
- Encourage maintenance of a values-based, policy-aligned educational response system
Desired Learning Outcomes
- See ^CLARITY anew. Live with purpose. Make choices that reflect who you are and where you want to go.
- See ^AWARENESS anew. Understand the impact of substance use and the power of your decisions.
- See ^ RESILIENCE anew. Build the tools and support to navigate life's challenges with confidence.
- Enhanced knowledge of bystander awareness, community responsibility, culture awareness, and campus social norms.
- Informed decision-making and risk reduction.
- Enhanced knowledge of healthy coping skills, stress management, and holistic wellness habits.
- Students will be able to articulate the impact of behavior on themselves and their community.
- Students will develop a personalized plan for behavior change and holistic wellness.
- Students will be able to demonstrate readiness for academic and social re-engagement following return from disruption, conduct involvement.
- Students will be able to identify appropriate support to help them maintain recovery .