Conversation Guides
It’s never too late to start the conversation. Our “Start the Conversation” guides provide valuable information and tools to help prepare for these important conversations.
Start the Conversation
Consent Conversation Guide
In the Consent guide, you’ll find:
- Information about student development, relationships, and communication
- UT Policies
- The definition of consent and common myths about consent
- How consent is affected by substance use
- How to plan the conversation about consent with your student before they leave for college
- Information on consent education programs, as well as campus and online resources
Find the Consent conversation guide.
Alcohol Conversation Guide
In the Alcohol guide, you’ll find:
- Facts about alcohol and college drinking
- UT Policies
- The importance of discussing your family history of alcohol use
- How to plan and have the conversation about the expectations you have for your student before they leave for college
- Information on risk reduction programs, as well as campus and online resources
Find the Alcohol conversation guide.
Visit the Family Experience website for more information about parent and family involvement.
Information adapted from: College Parents of America, Phoenix House, & The University of Tennessee Student Health Center