Abstract
This paper presents an in-depth research study about various aspects of college age drinking, including its causes and consequences. The study considers drinking in global terms, comparing the consumption in different countries and continents. Additionally, the paper gives a profile of students most likely to indulge in excessive alcohol use. Various other factors involving alcohol use deterrence were addressed in the paper, with particular emphasis on protective behavioral strategies. The paper also examine the problem of binge drinking and how to counsel heavy drinkers that are college age. From alcohol use the paper then segues into a discussion of prescription drug abuse among college students. Finally, the paper concludes with a brief look at tobacco use.

Outline:

International Perspective
Why College Students Drink
College Students' Knowledge of Alcohol and Drinking
Deliberate Use of Alcohol among College Students
Environmental Policies
School Leaders Drink More
The Effect of Protective Behavioral Strategies on Alcohol Use
College Student Binge Drinking
Under-aged Drinkers
Counseling Heavy Drinkers
Effects of Heavy Episodic Drinking
Illicit Use of Prescription Stimulants
Non-Medical Use of Prescription Stimulants
Tobacco Use

From the Paper
' Existing empirical data reveal that many college students drink and that drinking is part of college life (Black, Ausherman, Kandakai, Lam & Jurjevic, 2004). A recent study looked into the drinking patterns and problems of 1,296 university students, how well they knew about alcohol and its effects and the difference in the knowledge between urban, non-residential university students and traditional university students. Findings disclosed that knowledge about alcohol and drinking was generally low in both groups. The knowledge level was lower among urban, non-residential college students than among traditional college students. Factors in the difference consisted of age and employment status. Older students and those employed knew more about alcohol than those who were not employed, whether full-time or part-time. The findings compared with those of earlier studies, which pointed to gender, age and race as factors. These studies consistently showed that male, older and Caucasian college students knew more about alcohol and drinking than female, younger and non-Caucasian college students. Female and younger college students and people of color tend to drink at a later time than male, older and Caucasian college students. This delay in experience influenced that knowledge about alcohol and drinking. Other factors included cultural and societal prejudices by young, female and ethnic or religious people."

Tags:alcohol intervention, college drinking, alcoholism, heavy drinkers

Abstract
This is a creative writing essay about life in college from the author's point of view. This paper projects the hypothesis that experiences and challenges of college are likely to change students. College life has an impact on every student in some way. The life becomes so hectic at times that every student faces stress at one time or another. The paper gives tips on important things that will help students survive college such as - time management, extracurricular activities and dealing with stress.

From the Paper
"College life presents many challenges for incoming students. Academically, many students find college to be much more difficult than high school. Students are concerned with not only their academic success at college, but their social and emotional adjustment as well. I felt really concerned if I would fit in with the crowd or not. Then another pressure was that I was able to make college on a scholarship and had to maintain my grades if I hoped to be given another scholarship for further studies. This paper projects the hypothesis that Experiences and challenges of college are likely to change students. College life has an impact on every student in some way. One of the major assumptions of faculty and parents towards students is that they are thought of as irresponsible and immature. The life becomes so hectic at times that every student faces stress at one time or another. Time management is one of the things that a student needs to learn in order to survive in college. "

Tags:college, life, students, academic, education, extracarricular, activities, teachers, curriculum

Abstract
Over 50 percent of Americans are obese and many of these obese Americans can be found at college. One of the reasons that college students are obese is the type of food found at the cafeteria, in the dorms, and in the educational buildings. Pizza, hot meals, cold sandwiches, ice cream, and soda pop all have one thing in common. What? They usually are found at college. Nutrition is a serious problem at American colleges. This paper examines the problem of obesity among American university students and the factors contributing to this problem. The paper suggests that the traditionally unhealthful types of food sold on college campuses are a primary cause of this epidemic of obesity amongst American college students.

Tags:nutrition, college, solutions

Abstract
This paper discusses the inherent value of a college education and emphasizes the various advantages that lie behind attaining college education and, thus, a college degree. It also explains how education affects the life of an individual, both professionally and domestically. It presents various statistics regarding college education, including information about some of the programs being implemented by governments to reduce the cost of college.

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"Many young students attend college for the purpose of making a career in one of the professions. It is these students who are trying to be useful members of the society in which they live. College education offers young scholars a chance to attain specialized training in the courses, which they would need in their respective career making. It also encourages disinterested researches leading to inventions and discoveries beneficial to mankind. A very important function of college education is to encourage research."

Tags:student, research, college, employment, government

Abstract
The paper discusses how Jensen (2003) indicates that 40 million Americans have "chronic sleep disorders" and that by 2010 it is believed that 79 million Americans will suffer from some type of sleep related issues (p. 25). Additionally, Jensen (2003) states that this must be a concern within society because of the negative resulting factors associated with low sleep, including a risk to safety, a risk to health and the ability to function effectively (Jensen, 2003, p. 25). The paper looks at how Jensen (2003) states that for college students there is a high rate of dissatisfaction in sleeping patterns, exceeding 71% (p. 25), and this is in comparison to a 24% dissatisfaction rate in 1978 (Jensen, 2003, p. 25). The paper reveals that on average, modern college students sleep 6 hours or less, as compared to college students in the 70s that slept for 7.5 or more hours (Jensen, 2003, p. 25). The paper also looks at how Jensen (2003) claims that only 6% of college students attending institutions of higher learning have planned periods of sleep (p. 25).

From the Paper
"Jensen (2003) indicates that 40 million Americans have "chronic sleep disorders" and that by 2010 it is believed that 79 million Americans will suffer from some type of sleep related issues (p. 25). Additionally, Jensen (2003) states that this must be a concern within society because of the negative resulting factors associated with low sleep, including a risk to safety, a risk to health and the ability to function effectively (Jensen, 2003, p. 25). Jensen (2003) states that for college students..."

Tags:college, students, sleep

Abstract
This paper describes a hypothetical liberal arts college with problems such as declining profits, declining enrollment, instructor turnover and difficulty meeting its financial obligations. The paper is written from the perspective of the new president of the college and describes how the college would be redesigned to eliminate these problems.

From the Paper
"I have recently been made the president of a private medium-sized liberal arts college. The college is suffering declining profits, having trouble meeting its accounts payable objectives, has declining enrollment and is unable to retain good instructors and its board of directors has hired me to remedy these problems and straighten out the college. I will have freedom and support to implement anything necessary to make the college successful for the long term. My first task was to find out how..."

Tags:college, funding, declining enrollment, professors, declining revenues, classroom alternatives

Abstract
This paper examines the Central Texas College retention action plan to establish goals, strategies and implementation plans. The paper analyzes Central Texas College, an open admissions institution and explains the mission of the college.

From the Paper
"Central Texas College is a public two-year college offering an Associate's degree. Central Texas College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and approved by Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. This college is an open admissions institution which provides educational opportunities to students locally, nationally and internationally. The Institutional Mission Statement At Central Texas College is as follows: We identify and serve our unique global community needs..."

Tags:Central, Texas, College, retention, action, plan, admissions

Abstract
In this article, the writer discusses the transition for high schools students that are about to start going to college. The various stresses involved in completing a college education are examined. The writer compares the stress levels of college students with those of high school students.

From the Paper
"Anyone who has made the difficult transition from high school to college knows how hard it can be. But how do you communicate this to college-bound seniors? Is there any way you can prepare them that will actually help? Probably every high school student has had an anxious moment when they imagine what college would be like. Will you make the grade or flunk out? Are you grown up and responsible enough? Here is how one counselling service explained the stresses of college life ..."

Tags:College, Stress

Abstract
In this article, the writer explores the value of obtaining a college education. The writer argues that a college education makes students more competitive and prepares them for professional life. Further, the writer claims that obtaining a college degree is not just beneficial, but it is a necessity in today's society.

From the Paper
"For many people a college education gives students an edge in society, competitive job market and prepares students for professional life. More and more jobs require a bachelor's if not an advanced degree. Without a college education, many will find themselves unqualified to gain access to the jobs of their choice. In today's highly competitive society, a college degree is not only beneficial, it is also a necessity. A college education also gives students the unique experience of achieving a degree in ... '

Tags:college education, professional life, competition in today's society

Abstract
This essay looks at how the Electoral College works. The writer examines how a president of the United States is chosen. The writer discusses the importance of the Electoral College in the election process. In this paper, the writer also discusses the history of the Electoral College and the pros and cons regarding its existence.

From the Paper
"The United States is not a direct democracy. Our nation selects its president not through the popular vote but rather through the Electoral College. The Electoral College and its machinations became nationally prominent during the presidential election, when Democratic Candidate Al Gore won the popular vote, but lost the election because he lost the Electoral College. This paper will outline the history of the Electoral College and analyze its workings in order to determine whether or not it is a viable method to choose a president."

Tags:electoral college, pros, cons, history, mechanics