FACULTY HANDBOOK July 2009 - Morgan State University

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PAGE 130 * Morgan State University Faculty HandbookMORGAN STATE UNIVERSITY SMOKING POLICYHealth risks associated with smoking are well documented. Numerous studies have indicatedthat exposure to second-hand smoke is a significant risk to the non-smoker. In addition, smoke isoffensive to many non-smokers and potentially debilitating to some individuals. Morgan StateUniversity is responsible for providing a safe environment for its students, employees and visitors.Consequently, it is hereby established as the policy of MSU to achieve an environment as close tosmoke-free as practicably possible. Where the needs of persons who smoke and the need ofnonsmokers to breathe smoke-free air conflict, the need to have smoke-free air shall have priority.This policy will in no way supersede State or local law, or existing or future regulations established forfire, health or safety reasons.DEFINITIONSA. Smoking is inhaling, exhaling, burning or carrying any type of lighted pipe, cigar, cigarette, or anyother smoking equipment, whether filled with tobacco or any other type of material.B. Vehicle means any device in, on or by which any individual or property is or might be transported.C. Building means any facility where persons may enter.PROVISIONSA. Smoking is strictly prohibited in all University-owned and operated buildings, stadiums andoutdoor events, and in all vehicles owned and operated by the University. Doorway areas andholding docks are considered part of the building.B. Smoking is strictly prohibited in Residence Halls. This includes private residence hall rooms,shared rooms, where both occupants smoke, restrooms and common areas.C. Smoking is permitted only in areas outside of buildings.COMPLIANCEThis policy relies on the thoughtfulness, consideration and cooperation of smokers and non-smokers forits success. It is the responsibility of all members of the University community to observe this smokefreepolicy and remind others of their responsibility.This policy is applicable to visitors to the University. Department heads, building coordinators, andsponsors/hosts of University events are responsible for visitors’ compliance with the University’ssmoke-free policy.Complaints or concerns regarding this policy or disputes regarding its implementation should bereferred to the appropriate supervisory personnel or in the case of students, to the Office of the VicePresident for Student Affairs.SANCTIONSThe University reserves the right to impose, consistent with applicable provisions of state law andMorgan State University administrative rules, sanctions, including disciplinary actions, upon Universityfaculty, staff and students who violate the policy.Visitors who smoke will be requested to extinguish the cigarette, cigar, pipe, etc. and will be informedof the policy. Refusal to do so will constitute a violation of the policy and will result in appropriatesanctions, including but not limited to removal from, or denial of re-admittance to, the building orevent.
PAGE 131 * Morgan State University Faculty HandbookMORGAN STATE UNIVERSITY SUBSTANCE ABUSE POLICYGENERAL POLICY:Under Maryland law, it is illegal for Morgan State University students, faculty and staff topossess or distribute certain classes of controlled dangerous substances. It is also illegal to bein possession of certain drug paraphernalia, Article 27, Section 276 et seq.POLICY STIPULATIONS:1. The manufacture, distribution, and possession of Controlled Dangerous Substance (narcotics) withintent to distribute/sell by an unauthorized person is a violation of Maryland State Criminal Law, Article27, Section 286. The possession and/or administering of a controlled Dangerous Substance is inviolation of Article 27, Section 287. The violation of these laws is punishable by fines ranging from $100- $25,000 and/or one to twenty-five (25) years in prison.2. Compliance with all the rules and regulations established by the University is mandatory.3. Any student found to be in violation of the University’s policy shall be promptly separatedfrom the University and the matter referred to the Vice President for Student Affairs or hisdesignee and the appropriate authority.a. First time violators of the policy will be required to attend a substance abuse program aseither designed by the Task Force or an appropriate referrals agency. The length of theprogram shall be determined by the severity of the violation. In addition, the violator mustsubmit a five (5) page typed report on substance abuse. The nature of this report will bedetermined by the Special Judicial Board.b. Second time violators of the policy will be suspended from the University for onesemester. In order to be readmitted to the University the student must submit a writtenrequest that explains why the student should be readmitted, documentation that the studenthas completed a certified Substance Abuse Program, and a review of what the student haslearned from this experience.c. Third time violators will be permanently dismissed from the University.d. In cases where controlled Dangerous Substances are found to be sold to others, thenpermanent separation from the University will result, and appropriate legal action will beinstituted against the alleged perpetrators.DUE PROCESS GUIDELINES:1. If a student is a clear and present danger to other persons, damages property or disrupts theclass, his removal should be immediate.2. Student suspended is entitled to be given written notice of the charges against him or heraccording to due process (Fourteenth Amendment).3. Notice of suspension proceedings are to be sent to the student within 24 hours.4. Within 72 hours after student’s removal, a hearing will be provided.5. Notice and hearing generally precede a student’s removal, but if urgency necessitates, suchnotice may follow as soon as practicable.
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