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Kennesaw State University Student Dies after Blacking Out from Drinking
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Atlanta Colleges Increasingly Unsafe – How to Protect Your College Student
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports that a Kennesaw State University student died Sunday morning after he passed out at a party on Sunday night. The nursing student was Dorian Richard Varcianna, 21. The party was off-campus. Varcianna passed out at the party and never woke up.
Police have not said that alcohol was the cause of death. They are waiting on a toxicology report. A memorial service was held on Tuesday night by members of the Iota Theta chapter of the Delta Tau Delta fraternity. His funeral will be held in New York.
According to Varcianna’s younger brother who was also at the party, Dorian was still conscious at 2:30 a.m. when friends took him to his house in Marietta. The friends, including his brother, put Dorian on a love seat in the garage and covered him with a blanket. Dorian’s brother checked on him around 6:30 a.m. and Dorian appeared to be sleeping. However, when his brother checked again at 9:00 a.m. Dorian was not breathing and his skin was cold.
A spokesperson from Kennesaw State University stressed that the party was not a campus-sanctioned event and was not related to rush activities for the fraternity. But KSU admits that most students at the party were members of the Delta Tau Delta fraternity. Cobb County Police are investigating Varcianna’s death.
Michael Sanserviro of KSU said that campus officials will increase efforts to inform students about the dangers of alcohol.
“We want to make sure that they are educated about the various risks associated with alcohol use,” Sanserviro said.
If you have a teenage child or a child in college, talk to them about the risks and dangers associated with drinking. Binge drinking is often encouraged in some college circles, but it can have devastating consequences such as death – or death of an innocent victim. College students are at an increased risk of alcohol-related injury and DUI. Make sure your children understand that just one night of binge drinking can end their bright future. This is not a pleasant conversation, but it’s one that every parent should have with their children.
Campus officials should do more to increase awareness about alcohol-related injuries and deaths. Computer-based alcohol interventions have been successful on some campuses. Such interventions typically question students about their drinking habits and educate students about risky drinking behaviors. These computer-based questionnaires can be totally anonymous and encouraged with incentives such as retail coupons. Studies have found that computer-based alcohol interventions on campus can decrease alcohol consumption for high-risk drinkers. Perhaps KSU should consider this type of alcohol intervention for all students.
In Georgia, if you or a loved one have been injured by a drunk driver, you may be in a position to sue not only the driver but also those who served the alcohol. In GA, liquor stores and restaurants may also be held accountable for serving intoxicated individuals. If an alcohol-related injury or death has affected you, contact an experienced Georgia personal injury attorney. You may be entitled to compensation. Call MLN Law at 404-531-9700.
Police have not said that alcohol was the cause of death. They are waiting on a toxicology report. A memorial service was held on Tuesday night by members of the Iota Theta chapter of the Delta Tau Delta fraternity. His funeral will be held in New York.
According to Varcianna’s younger brother who was also at the party, Dorian was still conscious at 2:30 a.m. when friends took him to his house in Marietta. The friends, including his brother, put Dorian on a love seat in the garage and covered him with a blanket. Dorian’s brother checked on him around 6:30 a.m. and Dorian appeared to be sleeping. However, when his brother checked again at 9:00 a.m. Dorian was not breathing and his skin was cold.
A spokesperson from Kennesaw State University stressed that the party was not a campus-sanctioned event and was not related to rush activities for the fraternity. But KSU admits that most students at the party were members of the Delta Tau Delta fraternity. Cobb County Police are investigating Varcianna’s death.
Michael Sanserviro of KSU said that campus officials will increase efforts to inform students about the dangers of alcohol.
“We want to make sure that they are educated about the various risks associated with alcohol use,” Sanserviro said.
If you have a teenage child or a child in college, talk to them about the risks and dangers associated with drinking. Binge drinking is often encouraged in some college circles, but it can have devastating consequences such as death – or death of an innocent victim. College students are at an increased risk of alcohol-related injury and DUI. Make sure your children understand that just one night of binge drinking can end their bright future. This is not a pleasant conversation, but it’s one that every parent should have with their children.
Campus officials should do more to increase awareness about alcohol-related injuries and deaths. Computer-based alcohol interventions have been successful on some campuses. Such interventions typically question students about their drinking habits and educate students about risky drinking behaviors. These computer-based questionnaires can be totally anonymous and encouraged with incentives such as retail coupons. Studies have found that computer-based alcohol interventions on campus can decrease alcohol consumption for high-risk drinkers. Perhaps KSU should consider this type of alcohol intervention for all students.
In Georgia, if you or a loved one have been injured by a drunk driver, you may be in a position to sue not only the driver but also those who served the alcohol. In GA, liquor stores and restaurants may also be held accountable for serving intoxicated individuals. If an alcohol-related injury or death has affected you, contact an experienced Georgia personal injury attorney. You may be entitled to compensation. Call MLN Law at 404-531-9700.
Labels: college students, drunk driving
Over the past year, it has become increasingly dangerous to be a college student in Atlanta. A rash of robberies and shootings, and even a murder, have plagued the campuses of Georgia Tech, Clark Atlanta, Spelman and Morehouse colleges. According to a recent AJC article, robberies are also up at Metro Atlanta campuses. Whether an exploding campus population or the declining economy is to blame, it is clear that Metro Atlanta college students are facing more danger than ever while simply trying to get an education.
Are you the parent of a Metro Atlanta college student? As I have mentioned here before at the MLN Law Blog, studies have shown that teenagers and college students may actually be hardwired to take risks. If you haven’t already, its time to have a talk with them about campus safety. Here are a few safety tips to stress to your children when preparing them for campus safety:
1.) Always be aware of your surroundings – Ditch the iPod and cell phone when walking on or around campus, especially in broad daylight
2.) Avoid walking alone, especially at night – Most college campuses will provide a police escort to a car or dorm during night time hours
3.) Make sure your cell phone is charged and ready to use – If your college student has trouble keeping his or her cell phone charged, consider investing in a portable charger. While it won’t charge the cell phone much, a portable charging device will at least allow your child to charge their phone enough to call for emergency services
4.) Tell family or friends if going somewhere with someone new – College is a time for meeting new friends. Be smart when getting in the car or leaving with strangers. They may not be who they seem to be
5.) Do not use drugs or alcohol – This is a sure way to lose control
6.) If you are being followed, change direction and head to a well-lit area
7.) Always lock your residence – Be sure to keep windows and doors closed and locked at all times, even if you have friends on the way over. Keep curtains and blinds closed at night to prevent anyone from seeing in.
8.) Do not prop open doors to dorms or apartments – While fishing for a key or pass card can be an annoyance, open doors are an invitation for predators or robbers
9.) Lock your vehicle and store valuables out of sight – College campuses are a favorite target for thieves. Students often have iPods, stereos, GPSs and laptop computers, all items that can be easily sold by thieves
10.) Keep your valuables near you – Do not let your book bag, laptop, purse or other valuables out of your site. Be especially vigilant in common areas such as the student union, cafeteria and library
The uptick in Atlanta crime has bled over to college campuses. Discuss these important safety tips with your kids and keep them safe to learn and grow.
Are you the parent of a Metro Atlanta college student? As I have mentioned here before at the MLN Law Blog, studies have shown that teenagers and college students may actually be hardwired to take risks. If you haven’t already, its time to have a talk with them about campus safety. Here are a few safety tips to stress to your children when preparing them for campus safety:
1.) Always be aware of your surroundings – Ditch the iPod and cell phone when walking on or around campus, especially in broad daylight
2.) Avoid walking alone, especially at night – Most college campuses will provide a police escort to a car or dorm during night time hours
3.) Make sure your cell phone is charged and ready to use – If your college student has trouble keeping his or her cell phone charged, consider investing in a portable charger. While it won’t charge the cell phone much, a portable charging device will at least allow your child to charge their phone enough to call for emergency services
4.) Tell family or friends if going somewhere with someone new – College is a time for meeting new friends. Be smart when getting in the car or leaving with strangers. They may not be who they seem to be
5.) Do not use drugs or alcohol – This is a sure way to lose control
6.) If you are being followed, change direction and head to a well-lit area
7.) Always lock your residence – Be sure to keep windows and doors closed and locked at all times, even if you have friends on the way over. Keep curtains and blinds closed at night to prevent anyone from seeing in.
8.) Do not prop open doors to dorms or apartments – While fishing for a key or pass card can be an annoyance, open doors are an invitation for predators or robbers
9.) Lock your vehicle and store valuables out of sight – College campuses are a favorite target for thieves. Students often have iPods, stereos, GPSs and laptop computers, all items that can be easily sold by thieves
10.) Keep your valuables near you – Do not let your book bag, laptop, purse or other valuables out of your site. Be especially vigilant in common areas such as the student union, cafeteria and library
The uptick in Atlanta crime has bled over to college campuses. Discuss these important safety tips with your kids and keep them safe to learn and grow.
Labels: atlanta, college students, violent crime victim
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