2006-2007 Student Handbook - University of the Incarnate Word

7. At all hearings of the CRB, the presence of a majority of the representatives will be necessary andsufficient to constitute a quorum.H. Failure to Follow Through on Conduct SanctionsAll students, as members of the university community, are expected to comply with conduct sanctionswithin the time frame specified by the conduct body. Refusal or neglect to follow through on conductsanctions by the date specified will result in suspension from the University of the Incarnate Word, andmay be noted on the student’s official transcript at the end of the semester. A resident student will berequired to vacate the residence halls within 24 hours of notification by the Dean. Suspension will onlybe lifted when compliance with conduct sanctions is satisfactorily achieved. The determination will bemade by the Vice President for Academic & Student Affairs in consultation with the Dean of CampusLife.Section 9Student Right-to-Know and Campus Security Act of 1990This federal mandate requires that all current students and employees be provided with information onpolicies and procedures involving campus security, the reporting of criminal action or other emergencies,and the enforcement authority of security personnel. This information must also include descriptions of theprograms for informing students and employees about campus security and crime prevention, as well asstatistics on the occurrence of specific crimes. Notification of the annual report is made each October. Thefull report is posted on the university website, and anyone desiring a printed document may request onefrom the Campus Police Department.Section 10Alcohol & Drug Policy OverviewTo comply with the Drug Free Schools and Communities Act of 1989 and Amendments, students andemployees of the University of the Incarnate Word are informed that strictly enforced policies are in placewhich prohibit the unlawful possession, use or distribution of any illicit drugs, including alcohol, onuniversity property or as part of any University-sponsored activity. Students and employees are alsosubject to all applicable legal sanctions under local, state, and federal law for any offenses involving illegaldrugs on university property or at university activities. Sanctions imposed by the university may includesuspension and/or completion of an appropriate educational rehabilitation program.The university affirms that illegal drug use is wrong and harmful. Use of illegal drugs and alcohol abuseby students and employees results in cognitive deficits, loss of productivity and other health risks. Theserisks include an increased incidence of accidents, which may result in death or permanent injury. Free,confidential counseling for alcohol and other drug abuse issues is available to students and employeesthrough Counseling and Health Services. Other referral resources may include assessment, individualcounseling, referral and case management through community agencies, sometimes for a fee. Educationalprograms and materials are also available.62