RPI Campus Resources
The Dean of Students Office offers confidential, one-on-one consultations with a health educator for students seeking support or information related to alcohol or other substance use. These sessions provide a private, nonjudgmental space to ask questions, discuss concerns, explore harm-reduction strategies, and connect with additional resources as needed. To schedule an appointment, students may email Tara Schuster
Research on the U.S. opioid epidemic shows the first meaningful decline in overdose deaths since 2018, driven by expanded prevention and treatment efforts. However, the crisis remains serious, with illicitly manufactured fentanyl continuing to be the leading cause of fatalities (NCHS, National Vital Statistics System, 2025: https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/nvss/mortality_public_use_data.htm).
Community & National Resources
Find detailed information about different substances, their common street names, how they are used, and their impact on the body.
Recovery Supportive Services Resource Guide of Rensselaer County
A comprehensive directory of local mental health, recovery, and peer support resources, including inpatient and outpatient services, sober living options, and a variety of support group meetings.
This evidence-based site was developed with input from top behavioral health experts to address the unique needs of young adults facing substance use challenges. This comprehensive directory of support resources in New York can provide students with:
- Access to local peer support groups and counseling resources
- Local treatment options vetted by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
- Programs tailored to students, including low-cost and no-cost resources
This confidential and anonymous resource is for people seeking treatment for mental and substance use disorders in the United States and its territories.
