Chestnut Health Systems™ and BN Parents present a free training session for parents and guardians to help them better understand the role of alcohol in the lives of high school students and those transitioning to college.
Dr. Jason Kilmer, Ph.D., professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, University of Washington presents Parents Make a Difference: What Parents/Guardians Need to Know About Alcohol and the Transition to College, on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. at Heartland Community College, Community Commons Building, rooms 1406 and 1407, 1500 West Raab Road, Normal, Illinois.
The training will provide valuable information on how to effectively communicate with students about alcohol and the pressures faced by young adults during the transition to college life. Participants will gain insights into the science of alcohol, its social effects, and the influence of the environment on decision-making and tolerance.
Dr. Kilmer will offer practical strategies for parents and guardians to engage in open conversations with students. “As parents, we want to ensure our kids are equipped with the knowledge and support to make healthy choices,” said Randi Derrig, Prevention Coordinator at Chestnut Health Systems. “This training offers practical tools and insights that can help families have open, meaningful conversations about alcohol and its impact, especially during this pivotal time of transition.”
Dr. Kilmer’s research focuses on the development, implementation, and evaluation of strategies aimed at reducing alcohol and other drug-related harm among college students and young adults.
No prior registration is required. For more information, please visit chestnut.org/parents-make-a-difference-training. For questions, please contact Randi Derrig at rwderrig@chestnut.org.
This training is supported under a grant from the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) DFC Support Program and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
