The Indiana Collegiate Action Network (ICAN) is a statewide advocacy coalition of colleges and universities working together to address high risk drinking and other issues that impact the wellness of students and others on campus, as well as individuals in the surrounding communities, through education and evidence-based environmental strategies. ICAN is part of a larger national network of institutes of higher education.
Our mission is to lead Indiana in reducing student alcohol misuse, tobacco use, and violence through environmental change.
Our priorities are to:
• create safer and healthier places to live and learn
• nurture stronger student leaders to reach their peers
• create a culture where high risk drinking is unacceptable
• create and sustain a strong statewide network
• advocate for good public policies
• increase media support
• increase stakeholder “buy in” and support
• increase opportunities for colleges and universities to network
• increase the number of campuses working on environmental strategies
Our funding comes from the Division of Mental Health and Addiction.