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that sometimes college life presents new and difficult decisions that may lead to risky choices, particularly around alcohol use.</p> <p>If you choose to drink, please do so in ways that reduce the risk of harmful consequences for you and your peers. You should also know, <strong>1 in 4 Terps choose not to drink alcohol </strong>at all during their time at UMD, and the Gold Code celebrates that choice too!</p> </div> </div> <div class="section section-umd_terp_basic_page section-ut_divider"> <div> <hr class="divider spacing-xlarge rule-none" id="umd_terp_paragraph--4761"> </div> </div> <div class="section section-umd_terp_basic_page section-ut_card_group"> <div class="card-group-bg card-group-bg-dark" id="umd_terp_paragraph--4759"> <div class="card-group"> <div class="card-wrap card-wrap--2"> <div class="card" id="umd_terp_paragraph--4757"> <div class="card-img-top card-img"> <img src="/sites/default/files/styles/optimized/public/2023-07/gold-code-pregame.jpg?itok=eSv-R2Wc" alt="pregame with protein"> </div> <div class="card-body"> <h2 class="card-title">PREGAME WITH PROTEIN</h2> <div class="card-text"><p>If you plan to drink, be sure to enjoy a meal high in protein. Eating protein-rich food before you start drinking will help slow the absorption of alcohol in your system.</p></div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card-wrap card-wrap--2"> <div class="card" id="umd_terp_paragraph--4755"> <div class="card-img-top card-img"> <img src="/sites/default/files/styles/optimized/public/2023-07/gold-code-pace.jpg?itok=0xMZV97S" alt="pace don't race"> </div> <div class="card-body"> <h2 class="card-title">PACE, DON'T RACE</h2> <div class="card-text"><p>Alcohol poisoning occurs when a large amount of alcohol is consumed -- typically over a short period of time. Avoid activities that encourage consuming large amounts of alcohol quickly (i.e. chugging, drinking games, etc.). Be aware of standard drink sizes, what you think is one drink could be more.</p></div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card-wrap card-wrap--2"> <div class="card" id="umd_terp_paragraph--4756"> <div class="card-img-top card-img"> <img src="/sites/default/files/styles/optimized/public/2023-07/gold-code-leave-behind.jpg?itok=wVNI0sUK" alt="leave no terp behind"> </div> <div class="card-body"> <h2 class="card-title">LEAVE NO TERP BEHIND</h2> <div class="card-text"><p>When going out for the evening, whether alcohol is involved or not, stay with a group of friends throughout the night. If you notice someone in trouble, don鈥檛 assume they鈥檒l be okay -- step up and get them the assistance they need! Take advantage of University provided options such as: UM Shuttle, Nite Ride, and UMPD 24-hour escort services.</p></div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card-wrap card-wrap--2"> <div class="card" id="umd_terp_paragraph--4758"> <div class="card-img-top card-img"> <img src="/sites/default/files/styles/optimized/public/2023-07/gold-code-sober.jpg?itok=CUWr823C" alt="sober is safest"> </div> <div class="card-body"> <h2 class="card-title">SOBER IS SAFEST</h2> <div class="card-text"><p>Choosing not to drink is always an option. It鈥檚 also the safest and healthiest choice when it comes to having a great time with friends. 1 in 4 Terps choose not to drink at all!</p></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section-umd_terp_basic_page section-ut_divider"> <div> <hr class="divider spacing-xlarge rule-none" id="umd_terp_paragraph--4763"> </div> </div> <div class="section section-umd_terp_basic_page section-ut_text"> <div> <div class="editor-content" id="umd_terp_paragraph--4762"> <h2 id="rap">Promoting Responsible Action</h2><p>If you are worried about a friend who has been drinking or using drugs, seek assistance! Don鈥檛 doubt whether you should call for help because of uncertainty about your friend鈥檚 situation or concern about getting your friend or yourself in trouble.</p><p>The university has a policy that typically provides relief from disciplinary action if a student under the influence of alcohol or drugs on campus calls for medical assistance. <strong style="color:#e21833;">In an emergency, call UMPD at (301) 405-3333.</strong></p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </main> <footer class="site-footer" aria-label="Main"> <div class="site-footer-main"> <div class="max-bound"> <nav class="site-footer-nav" aria-label="Footer"> <ul> <li> <a href="/about-us" title="About the Department of Resident Life" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/103">About</a> </li> <li> <a href="/terp-housing/apply" title="Apply for Housing at the University of Maryland" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/318">Apply</a> </li> <li> <a href="/terp-housing" title="Terp Housing Page - Step Into Your New Home at UMD " data-drupal-link-system-path="node/99">Terp Housing</a> </li> <li> <a href="http://starrez.umd.edu/" title="Login to the Housing Portal - Resident Life, University of Maryland">Housing Portal</a> </li> <li> <a href="/about-us/contact-us" title="Contact the Department of Resident Life" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/104">Contact Us</a> </li> <li> <a href="/articles/site-map" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/366">Site Map</a> </li> </ul> </nav> <div class="site-footer-about"> <div class="site-footer-logo"> <img src="/sites/default/files/dsa-drl-footer-logo.png" alt="Department of Resident Life footer logo"> </div> <div class="site-footer-address"> <strong>Department of Resident Life</strong><br> <span>7626 Regents Drive, 2101 Annapolis Hall, College Park, MD 20742</span><br> <a aria-label="3013142100" href="tel:+3013142100">301-314-2100</a> <span aria-hidden="true"> 路 </span> <a href="mailto:reslife@umd.edu">reslife@umd.edu</a> </div> <div class="site-footer-social"> <ul> <li> <a href="https://twitter.com/umdreslife" target="_blank"> <span class="sr-only">Visit our Twitter</span> <span class="icon icon-twitter" aria-hidden="true"></span> </a> </li> <li> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/UMDreslife" target="_blank"> <span class="sr-only">Visit our Facebook</span> <span class="icon icon-facebook" aria-hidden="true"></span> </a> </li> <li> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/UMDReslife/" target="_blank"> <span class="sr-only">Visit our Instagram</span> <span class="icon icon-instagram" aria-hidden="true"></span> </a> </li> <li> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/umdreslife" target="_blank"> <span class="sr-only">Visit our Youtube</span> <span class="icon icon-youtube" aria-hidden="true"></span> </a> </li> </ul> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="site-footer-legal"> <div class="max-bound"> <ul> <li> <a href="https://umd.edu" target="_blank">UMD.edu</a> </li> <li> <a href="https://www.umd.edu/web-accessibility">Web Accessibility</a> </li> <li> <a href="https://www.umd.edu/privacy-notice" target="_blank">Privacy Notice</a> </li> </ul> </div> </div> </footer> <a href="#" class="back-to-top">Back to Top</a> </div> <script type="application/json" data-drupal-selector="drupal-settings-json">{"path":{"baseUrl":"\/","pathPrefix":"","currentPath":"node\/344","currentPathIsAdmin":false,"isFront":false,"currentLanguage":"en"},"pluralDelimiter":"\u0003","user":{"uid":0,"permissionsHash":"8d6e40ea470fa682f3e79d63956245e7152d8aaae4503f8aec2658ad9a734c20"}}</script> <script src="/sites/default/files/js/js_EnscVg7pLPOKwIsyUs1890r_P1kkHeZ6sL0DQVYei4c.js?scope=footer&delta=0&language=en&theme=umd_terp&include=eJwrzU2JL0ktKtBPz8lPSszRKQXyi5Mz8vNzyjNTUuMzUhNTUov0QaIQJgDTjxMI"></script> <script src="https://umd-header.umd.edu/build/bundle.js?search=1&search_domain=reslife&events=0&news=0&schools=0&admissions=0&support=0&support_url=&wrapper=&sticky=0"></script> </body> </html>