St. Mary's College expands substance-free housing program
September 14, 2008
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Southern Maryland Headline News
By Megan A. Conlan
"Substance and alcohol free environment programs, such as the St. Mary's SAFE House where Eyler lives, are cropping up at schools all over the country. Towson University and Loyola College in Maryland are among other area schools that provide such residence programs."
"The St. Mary's SAFE House requires students to sign a contract stating they will abstain from the use of alcohol, tobacco and illegal drugs within their living environment. The participants are also prohibited from returning to their residence while intoxicated."
"Despite the restrictions, participation in the St. Mary's program increased from 24 to 36 students since last year. The school has about 2,000 students..."
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