AI:MS was founded in 1986, when in light of a student tragedy, students asked for a new way to address concerns about alcohol and other drug use at CUMC. Today, professional staff and student-elected peer counselors are available to assist students who experience issues, or have questions related to substance use, abuse, and dependence as well as compulsive behaviors. In 2008 the AI:MS program became part of the Center for Student Wellness.

All contact with AI:MS is confidential except in cases of imminent risk to individual safety. The office is not affiliated in ANY way with the Deans’ offices; its approach and services are intended to be open, non-judgmental and compassionate. AI:MS services are open to everyone—whether your concern is for yourself, a friend, or you are a student in recovery.

Contact AI:MS

• By appointment: AI:MS appointments are available during business hours (M-Th 9:30 am - 5:30 pm. Simply call (212-305-3989) or email sg3052@columbia.edu to schedule an appointment.

• Walk-in: Walk-in appointments are on a first-come, first served basis. Because of this, we cannot guarantee the availability of a counselor. Walk-in appointments should generally be used for brief consultations and are generally limited to 30 minutes. If additional time is needed to address the concern, AI:MS staff will schedule a follow-up appointment.

• Call: Stephanie Garman, LCSW, CASAC, the Director of the AI:MS program can be reached by phone at 212-305-3989 or by email at sg3052@columbia.edu

• All services provided by AI:MS are free to CUMC students

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