The school's announcement to enhance messaging to students about alcohol consumption comes after almost 30 students had to be transported by ambulance to the hospital over the weekend.
Officials at the University of Massachusetts Amherst said they will be adjusting the school's alcohol education programs. The decision comes after almost 30 students had to be transported by ambulance to the hospital over the weekend.UMass officials said many students were seen carrying plastic gallon containers believed to be BORG's — Black Out Rage Gallons — which have gained popularity among the college crowd on TikTok and are typically a potent mix of water, alcohol, and flavoring.
"Our immediate strategy is to make sure we get some quick messaging out to students and their families, especially with spring break coming up," she said."We want to make sure that they understand the risks inherent in this large-volume drinking."
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