The raise awareness among the University community about the Alcohol and Drug Studies Program. To participate in legislative advocacy pertaining to the addiction profession on a state and national level. To educate and unite all professionals about the importance of substance abuse treatment and prevention legislation.

All university students, faculty, and alumni, as well as flexible membership for outside community members.

Coalition of Addiction Students and Professionals Pursuing Advocacy (CASPPA) registered on October 19, 2005