Welcome to Pipe Dream’s 2019 Drug Issue. On this year’s survey, we tried to cover all the bases — we asked about everything from your first experience with drugs, to whether or not you’ve gotten caught with drugs and faced consequences, to marijuana legalization and your wildest trip. The 641 Binghamton University students who took our survey did not hold back, making for a candid collection of fun stories, mishaps and experiences. In this issue, we touch on the drinking culture at BU, offer some tips on how to pass a drug test, discuss the latest trend of using CBD for a number of ailments and the opioid epidemic in Broome County. Whether you’re a dedicated stoner, enjoy experimenting with psychedelics or have never touched a drug, there’s always something for you to learn.

So sit back, take a hit and enjoy Pipe Dream’s 2019 Drug Issue.

• ‘Extra cash’: Despite the risks, some students deal illicit drugs on campus
• For those caught with drugs at BU, consequences depend on a variety of factors
• As Broome County sees high number of opioid deaths, experts stress caution
• Campus, local law enforcement prepare for possible legalization of marijuana
• Binge drinking among BU students can pose dangers, researchers say

• Local CBD store offers cannabis-based products
• Beat the system with these drug test tips
• Light up the aux with this drug playlist

• As marijuana laws change, so should drug testing policies
• Recognizing the pros of psychedelic use
• Reflecting on my negative LSD trip
• Marijuana legalization must benefit those disproportionately hurt by past drug laws

• For BU’s student-athletes, drug testing happens on and off the field