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Alcohol and Other Drugs Prevention Program

The AOD Prevention Specialist works with students to educate them about the myths, facts and dangers of alcohol and drug abuse.

If you choose to drink, we want you to be safe. If others around you drink, we want you to know how to recognize the symptoms of alcohol poisoning or a drug overdose so you can get help for the person.

The AOD Prevention Specialist, Kara Anderson, provides assessment and counseling services to students who violate the College’s alcohol and drug policies.

If you are interested in attending AA or Al-Anon meetings, she can provide you with meeting times and locations. She also has information about other community resources.

Appointments can be made either in person, by telephone at 304-788-6910 or by e-mail at kaanderson@mail.wvu.edu .

The AOD Prevention Office is located on the right side of the University Police Duplex on A Street, located behind University Place. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 8:30-4:30.

For a list of frequently asked questions and answers about alcohol and drugs please click here.

West Virginia Al-Anon Meetings

If your life has been affected by someone else's drinking, Al-Anon may be of interest to you. For more information, call Vanessa at (304) 788-3487.

District 13 Meeting List

Local AA Meetings

Every Tuesday, 7:00 pm, Heritage House, Corner of State Street and Route 220, Keyser

Every Thursday, 8:00 pm, Emmanuel Episcopal Church, Mineral Street (Use Davis Street entrance), Keyser

Every Sunday, 6:00 pm, Heritage House, Corner of State Street and Route 220, Keyser