When people say that they don’t know what AIMS does, we take it as a compliment. All contact with AIMS is kept confidential, except in cases of imminent serious risk to individual safety. We strive to be approachable and compassionate. No paperwork is generated, and AIMS cannot refer students for disciplinary action. AIMS is not affiliated in ANY way with the Dean’s office and receives no funding from it. Each class has several representatives, elected by their peers for a four-year term. Their telephone numbers and email addresses are posted so that they can be reached 24/7. Daniel Morrissey both lives and has his office in Bard Hall, so that students may reach him on campus at almost any time. He holds regular office hours (posted outside Bard 102) and can also be reached by appointment. Confidentiality is of utmost importance in our services through AIMS. This holds true for all people who approach us, including those seeking help for their friends. The AIMS program was started to offer students an opportunity to address addiction issues without contacting administration or faculty who may one day teach us, or contribute to a Dean's letter. IN RARE INSTANCES, WHEN NECESSARY, AIMS CAN OFFER REFERRALS FOR ASSESSMENT. Students who are referred for assessment will be given three choices of practitioners, of whom at least one will be off-campus. They will choose a practitioner, contact them, and comply with the practitioner's recommendations. AIMS does not keep any paper trail on the visits, and will not have access to any information exchanged during the visit(s). We feel we have an important role to play for our class and hope that you will approach us with any questions you may encounter, no matter how small or trivial you think they may be. Please feel free to contact us any time either in person, on the phone, or via e-mail.