Alcohol and Drug Studies Department

Dona Kennealley, Chairperson
Julian Hall 304
(605) 677-5386
ads@usd.edu

http://www.usd.edu/ads

FACULTY:

Associate Professor:

Dona Kennealley, Certified Prevention Specialist

Assistant Professors:

John Korkow, Certified Chemical Dependency Counselor III, Substance Abuse Professional
Duane Mackey, Director PATTC
Diane Sevening, Certified Chemical Dependency Counselor III

Instructor:

Mary Merrigan, Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Chemical Dependency Counselor III

MAJOR:

Alcohol and Drug Studies, B.S.

SPECIALIZATIONS:

Treatment
Prevention

MINOR:

Alcohol and Drug Studies

CERTIFICATE:

Alcohol and Drug Studies Certificate - Online Only

The Alcohol and Drug Studies (ADS) Department offers a Bachelor of Science Degree which is unique and innovative in that it is one of only a few four-year degrees of its kind in the region. This model program positively impacts one of the nation’s major health issues, alcohol and other drugs. Alcohol/other drugs appear to affect every culture, facet and discipline in life. Theoretical knowledge regarding the nature, etiology, prevention, and treatment of alcohol/other drug issues provides students with a multidisciplinary approach for career opportunities. Students will develop critical thinking and problem solving skills through practical applications of knowledge gained. Completion of the ADS baccalaureate degree qualifies graduates in meeting the academic standards for state, national and international certification requirements for prevention specialists and treatment counselors/providers.

The ADS Department is accredited through the International Coalition for Addiction Studies Education (INCASE).

The ADS curriculum is fully sanctioned by the South Dakota Certification Board for Alcohol and Drug Professionals.

ADS majors of sophomore standing (a minimum of 32 total semester hours) must apply for formal admission to the major. Minimum admission requirements are: completion of ADS 116, ADS 117, ADS 220 and ADS 222 with at least the grade of “C” and a 2.5 overall grade point average. A criminal background check is also required for admission into the major and must be completed while taking the ADS 222 course. No credit hours may be awarded for “life experiences” toward the ADS major.

Please contact for the department for further details on the Admissions Process, 605-677-5386.

SCHOLARSHIPS

Lulu B. Wheeler Scholarship available to Alcohol & Drug Studies majors. (one time only)

Recipients must have declared ADS as a major, be at least a sophomore, have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher, and plan on working in the healing arts. Applications may be obtained in the department office and are due March 1.

Faithe Family Fellowship Scholarship available to Alcohol & Drug Studies majors. (one time only).

Recipients must have declared ADS as a major, be at least a sophomore, have a departmental GPA of 3.5 or higher and demonstrate financial need. Recipients must complete an essay application that is specific to ADS by March 1. Receiving Faithe Family Scholarship may have an impact on your other scholarships.

John R. Williams Scholarship available to Alcohol & Drug Studies majors. (one time only)

Recipients must have declared ADS as a major, classified as a junior or senior during the academic year the scholarship takes effect, be a student in good standing with USD, involved in USD community, show financial need and complete an application available in the ADS Department (Julian 304) including a statement regarding career goals and why they will be an effective substance abuse professional. Application due March 1.