Trade magazines or scholary articles

"Report on college substance abuse attacks culture of acceptance." Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Weekly. 19 (2007): 4-5.

In this brief essay the author explains some reasons why he or she feels there is an extensive amount of binge drinking on college campuses. The author points the finger mainly at university administration because the writer believes administration tends to look the other way instead of dealing with alcohol related problems first hand. The author feels there are not enough disciplinary actions being taken as well not enough educational programs for students to be informed about drinking consequences. Although this article features good points on alcohol abuse on college campuses, he or she seems to be biased against university administration. The article also makes very broad assumptions about all campuses. A reporter could use this story to investigate what type of educational programming colleges in their area provide for their students.

Pedersen, Eric R. "Partying Before the Party: Examining Prepartying Behavior Among College Students." Journal of American College Health Vol. 56 Issue 3. November/December 2007 237-245. 15 April 2008

This article is an examination of an activity college students participate in called “prepartying” or “pregaming.” “Prepartying” occurs usually in dorm rooms before students go out for the night to parties or events where they will then consume more alcohol. It is a very common way for college students to start out there night. This study from the Journal of American College Health surveyed 227 college students over a one month time frame. The results of the study gave great insight to motives for drinking and also revealed similarities between male and female “prepartying” patterns. This study also discusses the relationship between “prepartying” and negative consequences of drinking. This study would be helpful to confirm the negative effects of “prepartying” and binge drinking in general. The data includes an in-depth chart that maps out the average number of drinks men and women drink while “prepartying” and after they have gone out.

"Teen Binge Drinkers Risk Alcoholism and Social Exclusion as Adults." Teen Binge Drinkers Risk Alcoholism and Social Exclusion as Adults 17 Sept 2007 98. 8 Jun 2008

The article explains a study conducted over the past thirty years. Researchers monitor the health of more than 11,000 British children from 1970 until now to collect information on the effects of binge drinking on social issues and health issues in their later life. The study found that the subjects who drank more heavily in their younger years were more likely to drink and use illegal drugs in their later life as well. The people who were heavy binge drinkers at the age of 16 also were more likely to have a variety of other problems as well. This data could be used to make a story more credible. A reporter could also use this group data and apply it to other groups.