Note: The
information presented in this section of the Handbook is intended to meet the
provisions of the Student Right to Know and Campus Security Act (1990), the
Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act (1989), and the Higher Education
Amendments (1992).Ìý Through its programs
and procedures, the ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Alcohol and Other Drug Policy seeks to accomplish
the following objectives:Ìý
• ÌýÌý To promote a
campus climate that encourages individuals to cultivate and exhibit mature,
responsible, and lawful conduct relative to the possession and use of alcohol;
• ÌýÌý To encourage
compliance with the laws of Faulkner County and the State of Arkansas regarding
the possession, use, and sale of alcohol and other drugs;
• ÌýÌý To influence the
social climate and expectations of the campus in ways that promote a positive,
safe, and balanced social environment;
• ÌýÌý To provide
educational programming that informs students of the potential dangers of
alcohol and other drug abuse and promotes responsibility and moderation
relative to alcohol use; and
• ÌýÌý To implement
appropriate conduct mechanisms and sanctions for individuals who violate the
standards set forth by the Policy.
The educational mission and
the high standards of ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ require that the campus be free of all illegal
drugs. Further, the College prohibits unlawful possession, use of, or
distribution of drugs, including alcohol, by students and employees on ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ
property or at any College-sponsored activity. See further information in the
College Policies section of this handbook.
Where it may be effective,
the College prefers a policy of developmental discipline and rehabilitative
education, as opposed to mandatory punishment. The developmental nature of the
College community raises the expectation that assistance will be offered to any
member who is suffering from the abuse of any substance. This help may be in
the form of educational programs, on-campus counseling, or off-campus
counseling referrals. The College will terminate its relationship with students
or employees who persist in their use of illegal drugs or in their unlawful
possession of any substance, including alcohol. Violators of federal, state,
and local laws related to illegal alcohol and drug use will be referred to the
proper authorities for prosecution.
ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ does not
encourage the use of alcoholic beverages. The display or consumption of alcohol
is prohibited in all areas except apartments in ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ-contracted
housing, and in other campus locations where events are approved, on a
case-by-case basis, by the Department of Student Affairs. Student events are alcohol-free
unless otherwise designated.
Students of the College and
their on-and off-campus guests who choose to possess and/or consume alcoholic
beverages are expected to abide by the laws regarding alcohol in Faulkner
County and the State of Arkansas. In matters relating to alcohol, ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ
students will be held accountable for their own actions and for those of their
guests. Irresponsible behavior resulting from the consumption of alcohol is not
tolerated. Being under the influence of alcohol may affect sanctions for
violating any College policy. Students not in compliance with the ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ
College alcohol policy will be required to dispose of all alcoholic beverages
in their possession or the alcohol will be confiscated and disposed of by a
professional staff member or a Public Safety officer.
Amnesty
Policy.
The ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ community discourages abuse or over-consumption of alcohol
and the use of other illegal drugs. Abuse of these substances can create health
emergencies for consumers. Sometimes, friends or bystanders are hesitant to
report the health concern to College officials because they fear that they
themselves may be accused of policy violations, such as underage drinking at
the time of the incident. It is in the best interests of this community that
health emergencies always be reported promptly to College officials.Ìý
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