required education

At UT Dallas, fostering a safe and healthy campus environment is our top priority. To support this mission, all incoming students are required to complete virtual learning activities covering essential topics such as alcohol education and sexual misconduct prevention. These programs aim to equip students with the knowledge and skills to make informed, responsible decisions and contribute to a thriving campus community.

Training Timeline

  • Available: February 4, 2026 – New students will receive an email with access instructions. Returning second semester students will receive an email notification for a new training.
  • Deadline: Deadline: February 26, 2026 – All required modules must be completed by this date to avoid an academic hold.
2024 Campus Prevention Network Seal of Prevention.
2025 Campus Prevention Network Seal of Prevention.

Programs

Completed During Your First Semester at UT Dallas

AlcoholEdu is designed to increase knowledge about alcohol use, debunk myths about alcohol use on college campuses, encourage safer decision making and reduce risky behaviors.

Sexual Assault Prevention covers topics related to consent, bystander intervention and healthy relationships.

Completed During Your Second Semester at UT Dallas

Mental Wellbeing for College Students equips students with information and skills to support the emotional well-being of themselves and others.

Accessing Your Training

Incoming students will receive an introductory email with a link to the program website. Access the programs by logging in with your NetID and password and Duo two-factor authentication.

Grade Hold

Students who fail to complete their required learning activities by the deadline will be unable to see their grades online for that semester. Even if a student has completed AlcoholEdu, SAPU or a similar program while enrolled in another institution, they must complete AlcoholEdu and SAPU when they enter UT Dallas to ensure they learn about university specific support networks and policies.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do I need to complete these learning activities?

The modules are part of UT Dallas’ commitment to ensuring students are informed about critical topics such as health, safety and wellness. Completion of these programs is required under federal and state law, as well as university policy.

What if I’ve already completed similar training at another institution?

Although we recognize that many of our new students who are joining us from another institution may already have completed these learning activities or similar training, we require all new students to complete this training. Our content has been customized to include resources, support systems and policies specific to the UT Dallas community. We aim to ensure all students have knowledge of these specific resources.

Do graduate and professional students need to complete this training?

Yes, all new students are required to complete the training. These modules support federal compliance with Title IX and the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act, while also providing information that is relevant and useful at any stage of life. Although graduate students may have completed similar training in prior academic or professional settings, these courses include content and resources specific to UT Dallas policies, expectations and support services.

Will my responses be confidential?

Yes, responses in the modules are confidential and used only for educational purposes or anonymous reporting for program improvement.

What happens if I miss the deadline?

Failure to complete the required modules by the deadline will result in a hold on your grades. A grade hold will impact your ability to see your cumulative grade for the semester but will not impact a student’s ability to register for classes. Contact the Student Wellness Center for assistance if you cannot meet the deadline.

What if I am sensitive to the content being shared in the training?

At UT Dallas, we understand that students come to college with many backgrounds and experiences, and some may find certain topics challenging or triggering. Your well-being is our priority. If you feel unable to safely engage with our training content, please reach out to the Student Wellness Center to explore alternative learning opportunities that accommodate your needs while still fulfilling program requirements. We are here to support you in navigating these important topics in a way that feels safe and respectful to your experience.

Help with Technical Difficulties

If you have technical difficulties accessing or completing AlcoholEdu or SAPU, try the following:

  • Use an alternate browser. Courses are best supported by the latest version of Chrome, Firefox, Safari (preferred) or Microsoft Internet Explorer 11+. Refresh the screen two to three times from within the course.
  • Close all browser windows and login to the course again.
  • If you have accessibility concerns, select “accessibility mode” once you are in the course.

If technical difficulties continue, visit Vector online technical support.