College alcohol abuse on rise: Local colleges hope to curb alcohol use, help those addicted

By Lisa O’Donnell

“For some of the thousands of students making their way to area colleges this week, the opening days of the fall semester are a time to learn their class schedule, decorate their rooms and drink to excess.”

“Concerned by the growing recklessness of this longtime rite of passage, local college officials are stepping up efforts to educate students about drinking and help those who have developed problems. …”

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