Illegal Drug Policy

The use of illegal drugs or the unauthorized use of legal drugs is potentially harmful, physically and mentally, and often interferes with the user’s ability to function adequately in his or her academic and social life. Also, misuse of drugs often infringes upon the social and academic rights of others. Therefore, the use, possession, presence, sale and/or distribution of illegal drugs (those specified as illegal by federal, state and local laws), the unauthorized use of legal drugs and/or drug paraphernalia on-campus and off-campus can lead to disciplinary and/or criminal action.

Special efforts are made to keep drugs off the campus by preventing the distribution or sale of illegal drugs on campus. Whether or not criminal charges are brought, all students are subject to University discipline for illegally manufacturing, distributing, possessing, or using any controlled substance or drug paraphernalia on University property or at University-sponsored functions. Violation of the University drug policy is considered a serious breach of student conduct. Violation of this policy shall result in stern disciplinary action, which may include suspension or expulsion for the first offense.

Students residing on campus are responsible for any drugs or drug paraphernalia found in their room or use of drugs or drug paraphernalia in their room, whether or not they are present at the time the violation is determined.

Concerns or questions involving drugs or narcotics should be directed to the Dean. In cases where there is reason to believe there is possession or use of illegal drugs -other than alcohol, the Jamestown Police Department may be called to investigate.