Whether you seek out support on your own or you’re referred to a group or individual meeting with a counselor, these sessions are centered around helping you make informed decisions.
What to expect when you meet with a counselor
- We offer constant support, empathy, and honest communication from the moment you contact us onward.
- We meet you where you are and will help you get to where you need to be.
- We encourage you to think critically about drinking alcohol, using drugs, and the impact those activities may have on you and your ability to be successful at IU.
- We aren’t just sitting, talking, and listening. We promote learning, self reflection, and growth in everything we do.
- We want to respect and help you define your physical, emotional, and spiritual boundaries.
Substance Use Intervention Services
506 N. Fess AvenueBloomington, IN 47408
- Phone: 812-856-3898
- Email:subuse@indiana.edu
Self-referrals
Students may refer themselves to Substance Use Intervention Services for a confidential meeting at any time. In a safe and comfortable setting with a counselor, you can decide what services will be right for you.
Student Conduct referrals
Students who are referred to Substance Use Intervention Services will be asked to participate in either Phase 1 or Phase 2.
Phase 1 of the program allows students who have been involved in minor, first-time alcohol-related incidents to rethink their actions and plan for a future free of code violations. Students referred to Phase 1 will participate in a group session with other students.
Students who are referred to Phase 2 will be asked to meet with a counselor one-on-one for an individual assessment, where they will reflect on the incident and their substance use behaviors.
Students referred to Substance Use Intervention Services from the Office of Student Conduct will be assessed a fee per referral incident on their bursar bill as a “SUIS” fee. The Substance Use Intervention Services fees are used to support prevention and intervention programs on the IU Bloomington campus.
Sessions with our office do not replace or fulfill court obligations.
Judicial records
For students who successfully complete all requirements of Phase 1 of the intervention program—and do not violate any other drug or alcohol-related policies for the duration of their tenure at Indiana University—there will not be a judicial record of the incident kept by Indiana University.
Fee Waiver Request
Sometimes students can qualify for a fee reduction for services. Please fill out the Fee Waiver Request and someone will respond within two weeks.
Opting out of intervention
If you are not responsible for any of the alleged charges and want a judicial hearing instead, you may opt out of Substance Use Intervention Services by following the instructions in your notification letter.
Failure to appear for, reschedule, or cancel your screening will result in the loss of the opportunity to enter the program. Your case will be referred to the Campus Judicial Process, and you may be subject to an additional charge for failure to comply with the request of a university official.
Before you request a hearing, review the appropriate sections of the Student Code and/or the Residence Hall Rules and Regulations for complete details regarding your charges. If you are found responsible in the judicial hearing, you will receive an automatic mandatory referral back to Substance Use Intervention Services, along with a judicial record.