Alcohol and Drug Policy - Think St. Edward's University
Alcohol and Drug Policy - Think St. Edward's University
Alcohol and Drug Policy - Think St. Edward's University
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alcohol <strong>and</strong> other<br />
drug <strong>Policy</strong><br />
<strong>St</strong>. Edward’s <strong>University</strong> cares about your health <strong>and</strong> welfare. That’s why we’ve<br />
developed this h<strong>and</strong>y guide to the university <strong>Alcohol</strong> <strong>and</strong> Other <strong>Drug</strong> <strong>Policy</strong>.<br />
View the entire policy on the Dean of <strong>St</strong>udents web page at think.stedwards.edu.<br />
Quick facts<br />
• <strong>St</strong>udents under the age of 21 are not allowed to<br />
possess or consume alcohol at any time on or<br />
off campus.<br />
• <strong>St</strong>udents of legal drinking age (21 years or older)<br />
may store <strong>and</strong> consume alcoholic beverages in the<br />
privacy of their rooms in the residence halls <strong>and</strong> the<br />
university apartments, provided the living space is<br />
not shared with an underage roommate <strong>and</strong> no one<br />
under 21 is present.<br />
• <strong>Alcohol</strong> paraphernalia (e.g., a decorative wine bottle)<br />
is not allowed on campus — including residence halls<br />
<strong>and</strong> university apartments — if students are under<br />
the age of 21.<br />
• <strong>St</strong>udents cannot possess, distribute or sell illegal<br />
drugs on or off campus.<br />
• <strong>Drug</strong> paraphernalia is not allowed on<br />
campus — including residence halls, university<br />
apartments <strong>and</strong> vehicles.<br />
moderation vs. heavy drinking<br />
<strong>St</strong>udents who choose to drink should do so in moderation.<br />
Heavy drinking can lead to:<br />
• Academic problems — missing classes, bad grades, poor test performance<br />
• Social problems — unhealthy relationships, higher risk of sexual assault, isolation<br />
• Health problems — accidental injury, high-risk sexual behavior<br />
worried about yourself or a friend?<br />
Take an anonymous online alcohol assessment at<br />
think.stedwards.edu/healthcounseling/alcoholinnerview<br />
most common offenses<br />
• Possession of alcohol by a minor<br />
• Possession of false identification<br />
• Consumption of alcohol by a minor<br />
• Purchase of or furnishing alcohol to a minor<br />
• Driving while intoxicated<br />
• Public intoxication<br />
• Possession of a controlled substance (drugs)<br />
• Manufacture/delivery of a controlled substance (drugs)<br />
• Minor in the presence of alcohol
alcohol <strong>and</strong> other<br />
drug <strong>Policy</strong><br />
violations <strong>and</strong> sanctions<br />
A student who engages in misconduct on campus may<br />
be subject to one or more of the following sanctions:<br />
• Verbal or written reprim<strong>and</strong><br />
• Educational sanctions, such as attending classes<br />
or writing an essay<br />
• Monetary fines to compensate for damages<br />
• Community service project<br />
• Loss of privileges, such as housing eligibility,<br />
driving on campus or attending certain university<br />
functions or events<br />
• Disciplinary probation<br />
• Suspension from the university<br />
• Expulsion from the university<br />
examPles of violations <strong>and</strong> sanctions<br />
alcohol consumPtion (minor)<br />
• 1st offense: <strong>Alcohol</strong> Education Phase 1<br />
• 2nd offense: <strong>Alcohol</strong> Education Phase 2 <strong>and</strong> student contacts parents<br />
• 3rd offense: <strong>St</strong>udent contacts parents; loss of current housing eligibility; transfer to different residence hall;<br />
loss of future housing eligibility; alcohol education off campus<br />
driving while intoxicated<br />
• 1st offense: <strong>Alcohol</strong> Education Phase 1; meet with UPD chief to discuss campus driving privileges;<br />
student contacts parents<br />
• 2nd offense: <strong>Alcohol</strong> Education Phase 2; meet with UPD chief to discuss campus driving privileges;<br />
student contacts parents<br />
Possession of a fake id<br />
• 1st offense: Interview with UPD;<br />
<strong>Alcohol</strong> Education Phase 1 <strong>and</strong> 2<br />
drugs (Possession, use or selling)<br />
• 1st offense: suspension; expulsion; drug<br />
education (off campus); student contacts parents<br />
• 2nd offense: suspension; expulsion; drug<br />
education (off campus); student contacts parents<br />
* Each incident is evaluated on a case-by-case basis.<br />
alcohol <strong>and</strong> other drug education<br />
Phase i: You’ll participate in an online alcohol<br />
<strong>and</strong> marijuana program that will provide practical<br />
information to help you make safe <strong>and</strong> healthy<br />
choices. You’ll also be involved in a small group<br />
interactive presentation.<br />
Phase ii: You’ll take a comprehensive alcohol <strong>and</strong><br />
other drug assessment <strong>and</strong> meet one-on-one with a<br />
clinician to discuss your alcohol use, review policies<br />
related to alcohol use <strong>and</strong> identify alternatives to<br />
help you manage alcohol more effectively. Referrals<br />
to services <strong>and</strong> additional follow up may be provided<br />
through on-campus <strong>and</strong> community resources.<br />
additional resources to<br />
helP students<br />
• Campus Ministry, 512-448-8499<br />
• Dean of <strong>St</strong>udents, 512-448-8408<br />
• Health & Counseling Center:<br />
Counseling Services, 512-448-8538<br />
Health Services, 512-448-8686<br />
• Residence Life, 512-448-8419
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