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Interesting article

Just read this article on empathy in the paper today. When we teach STEP UP! we certainly talk about the idea of taking a different perspective and trying to empathize with a person’s situation. We also include it in our video (Under ABOUT on the website) – think of a troubling situation – how would [...]

Tragedy Avoided In Hazing Incident

A Drake University student was rushed to the hospital following a hazing incident  involving alcohol that left him “gurgling” and unresponsive. He had a BAC of .50 – six times the legal limit. A 9-1-1 call likely saved this young man’s life.  2 fraternity chapter members will be charged in the incident. “The main factor is [...]

STEP UP! Featured in UA Visitor’s Guide

The STEP UP! program got a nice feature article in the Fall Edition of The University of Arizona’s Visitor’s guide. Check it out! STEP UP! was also introduced to all the new Greek members this recently – over 1,400 new students heard the message with plans to follow up at other chapter meetings throughout the [...]