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Due to the storm, Barnard College closed at 4pm Friday, for non-essential personnel. “Essential personnel" include staff in Facilities, Public Safety and Residence Halls.
Friday evening and weekend classes are cancelled but events are going forward as planned unless otherwise noted. The Athena Film Festival programs are also scheduled to go forward as planned but please check http://athenafilmfestival.com/ for the latest information.
The Barnard Library and Archives closed at 4pm Friday and will remain closed on Saturday, Feb. 9. The Library will resume regular hours on Sunday opening at 10am.
Please be advised that due to the conditions, certain entrances to campus may be closed. The main gate at 117th Street & Broadway will remain open. For further updates on college operations, please check this website, call the College Emergency Information Line 212-854-1002 or check AM radio station 1010WINS.
3:12 PM 02/08/2013
Everyone gets excited to finally escape the residence hall and have some fun. Here are some tips to ensure that you have a great evening and make it home safely!
Rules of Drinking
Whether you enjoy beer, wine, a cocktail, or a mocha latte, here are some suggestions to make your evening more enjoyable.
Rule 1: Be wary of club promotions or parties that charge men but admit women free and let them drink for free. Alcohol generally affects women more quickly than men and an intoxicated woman may be targeted for sexual assault.
Rule 2: Don't leave your drink unattended. Someone may put something in it! You should always be aware of "predatory drugs", substances that can be slipped into your drink without your knowing it. Rohypnol and GHB have been identified as “date rape drugs.”
If you suspect someone has put something in your drink, you should seek medical attention immediately.
Rule 3: Don't drink from a punch bowl -- you can never be sure what's in it!
Rule 4: If you are drinking alcohol, pace yourself! A good rule of thumb is to stick to one alcohol-containing drink per hour. Alternate an alcohol-containing beverage with an alcohol-free one.
Rule 5: Get your own drink and watch it being made. Don't accept one from anyone else!
Rule 6: One of the dangers of drinking too much alcohol is that you could put yourself at risk for Alcohol Poisoning. If someone is incoherent or passed out, there are indicators that you may be at risk:
- cold clammy skin
- looks bluish or pale
- irregular breathing
- vomiting when passed out
- used other drugs with alcohol
While exhibiting one or all of these symptoms does not always indicate alcohol overdose, they do serve as clear signs that you should immediately seek help. If on campus, call the clinician on call at 212-666-5838.
If you haven’t made it home speak to the bouncer, bartender, or wait staff. They know how to navigate the club better than anyone to get you the help you need.
Better still, avoid putting yourself at risk. Before you go out you should always discuss the plan for the night with your friends before you go to a club.
Things to talk about are:
- Decide how much you are going to drink before you leave home.
- What should I do if I see you drinking too much?
- What happens if one of us wants to leave and the other doesn't?
- What if I see you hooking up?
- What if I'm worried about you because your behavior is "weird"?
