We work with Tennessee’s public and private colleges and universities to create a healthy and safe learning environment for students.
Our Vision
Sustain a statewide network of staff, faculty, and students empowering our campuses and communities to engage in positive health and safety behaviors.
Our Mission
Connect and support institutions of higher education in Tennessee to effectively address campus health and safety issues.
CHASCO PROVIDES CAMPUSES WITH THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS AT NO COST TO THE INSTITUTION:
Funding to conduct a campus survey on substance use and mental health behaviors
Quality professional development opportunities including our annual Partners in Prevention (PiP): A Statewide Prevention & Networking Event
Content-specific funding to address issues that intersect with substance use such as impaired driving, interpersonal violence, and mental wellbeing
Development and maintenance of resources for campus prevention efforts
Technical assistance and funding to support prevention programs, planning, and social norms campaigns
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & EVENTS
Explore opportunities designed to help campus health and safety professionals grow, start conversations, and make a lasting impact on their campuses. Participate in our professional development events to stay informed, inspired, and connected with peers dedicated to promoting healthy and safe campus communities.
MEMBER FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES
Explore Funding Opportunities for Your Campus Health InitiativesWe are here to support your campus health initiatives with a variety of funding programs tailored to your needs.
OUR INITIATIVES
Our initiatives address critical issues affecting all college campuses, from substance use to well-being. Explore our key initiatives below and learn how you can get involved to make a difference on your campus.
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Exploring the Intersection Between Substance Use & HIV
Assessing Risk and Resources
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Reducing Impaired Driving
Developing Leaders and Implementing Safe Practices
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Understanding and Preventing Cannabis Use and Addiction
Educating on Marijuana Risks
OUR SHARED VALUES
Provide SupportWe will support our coalition members by providing professional development opportunities, sharing resources, and providing a network for membership to connect.
Utilize DataWe will quantify our work by providing the opportunity for data collection and data analysis as we share information about emerging trends and evidence-based programs.
Promote Healthy ChoicesWe will promote a shared vision of health promotion. This includes sharing true norms, promoting healthy choices, and recognizing individuals and campuses for their excellence and passion for prevention.
Embody a culture of careWe will strive to embody a culture of care. This includes showing care for the well-being of our students and colleagues, working to prevent harm, and creating a community where all individuals can succeed.
Model Well-Being & FlourishingWe will model best practices and ultimately have a collective impact on the culture of health and safety on our partner campuses so that all can flourish.
Join Us
By uniting our efforts, we can create a safer, healthier educational environment for all students. Join CHASCo today and be part of the solution! Download our membership application and email it to our Director at matthews@ticua.org.
Member Institutions
We are proud to collaborate with 46 institutions dedicated to enhancing campus health and safety.