DRUGS AND ALCOHOL

It is Eastern Oregon University policy that members of the campus community under the age of 21 are not allowed to purchase, store, or use alcohol. No members of the University community will be allowed to possess, sell, or use illegal drugs. Violators of this policy are subject to University disciplinary and legal action.

Eastern Oregon University is committed to maintaining a work place free from unlawful manufacture, use possession, or distribution of controlled substances, as defined in section 102 of the Controlled Substance Act. Unlawful manufacture, possession, distribution, or use of controlled substances by University employees or students on the campus is prohibited under University policy..

The University's policy on alcoholic beverages and illegal drugs follows the laws of the State of Oregon. Persons are subject to arrest by law enforcement agencies in the event of violation of such laws as well as being subject to University disciplinary action.

Any employee convicted of violating a criminal drug statute in the work place must notify his or her supervisor and the Human Resources Office no later than five days after such conviction. If the employee is involved in work supported by a Federal agency, Personnel will notify the Federal agency within ten days after receiving notice of the criminal drug stature conviction.

Employees found to be in violation of this policy may be required to provide evidence of satisfactory participation in a substance abuse assistance or rehabilitation program. The University supports programs for the prevention of controlled substance abuse by University employees as well as assistance programs for those with problems related to controlled substance abuse. Employees are encouraged to seek assistance for a controlled substance dependency problem using the health insurance programs available to all employees employed at least half-time (.5 FTE). The State health insurance provides at least partial reimbursement for treatment and rehabilitation associated with substance abuse problems.

The University provides a comprehensive alcohol and drug education/awareness program consistent with Oregon Law and Administrative Rule that includes a description of the health risks associated with the use of illicit drugs and the abuse of alcohol, what standards constitute the responsible use of alcohol, and the legal obligations and impacts associated with illicit use of alcohol and drugs.

In order to promote health and safety, the University publicizes all alcohol and drug policies using such means as the student and faculty handbooks, orientation programs, letters to students and parents, residence hall meetings, and faculty and employee meetings.

The Athletic Department, Residence Life, Student Activities and the University as a whole maintain and periodically review the Student Conduct Code as it relates to controlled substances, and set standards for alcohol and other drug policy violations. Established sanctions are consistently enforced. The minimum sanction for illegal sale or distribution of drugs normally includes separation from the University and referral for prosecution.

The University makes available confidential counseling services for students, faculty, and staff seeking help for alcohol and drug abuse. Outpatient health service and referrals for students are available through the Student Health Services.

The University maintains a referral program in conjunction with community-based treatment facilities for students, faculty, and staff who are determined to be in need of therapeutic intervention through student conduct procedures or University personnel actions.

The University conducts on-going assessment of the institutional environment to identify and promote contributing factors to wellness. Summary data regarding disciplinary actions, police and security reports, health and counseling information, and campus attitudes and awareness are used to guide program development. A biennial review of the alcohol and drug use policy is the responsibility of the Student Affairs Office.

Members of the University community are urged to review the section entitled "Drug and Alcohol Use: Policies, Laws, Available Treatment Health Risks" found in the Class Schedule.

Alcohol Beverage Usage Policy

The University recognizes that the consumption of alcohol by members of the University community at or above the age of 21 is a lawful activity and a matter of personal choice. The exercising of this right, however, requires knowledge, personal responsibility, and responsibility to the community. In addition to these, the institution has the obligation to promote well being to embark on reasonable enforcement of rules and regulations as a matter of institutional integrity, and to protect the University and State of Oregon from legal liability.

All rules adopted about alcohol use are to be applied equally to all segments of the University community: students, faculty, and staff. To this end and to encourage self-regulation, all groups on campus (residence halls, clubs, and organizations) should consider alcohol use as it relates to their activities, and to develop rules under these guidelines specific to their groups regarding alcohol use.

Knowledge can affect behavior and must be considered equally with enforcement if the necessary conditions are to exist to truly change behavior. People taking responsibility for their own actions is the best hope for the reduction of undesirable consequences. The choice to drink is an individual act. Due to the many problems that alcohol abuse can cause in our society, the University encourages students, faculty, staff, and others of legal age to consider the option of not using alcohol.

With these principles in mind the University has adopted the following regulations regarding the use of alcohol on campus:

1. Any event or meeting on campus that includes the serving of alcohol must receive prior administrative approval.
2. Events will not be approved where the primary audience is expected to be under 21 years of age, or where the serving of alcohol and its consumption is the center focus of the activity.
3. Whenever alcohol is served at an event, non-alcoholic beverages will be available and equally promoted. Whenever reasonable and prudent, food will be served or available at the event.
4. The serving or consuming of alcohol will not be allowed at any University sporting event including intercollegiate athletics, club sports, intramural activities, Outdoor Program events, or during scheduled open recreation times. The prohibition of the use of alcohol in athletic facilities can only be waived by the President of the University for special event uses.
5. The University has accepted the Inter-Association Task Force on Alcohol's Guidelines for Advertising.
6. Drinking in class sessions, and in University offices during regular hours of business is not permitted.
7. All students should be integrated as much as possible into the life of the University. The focus of events must be examined to eliminate as much as possible exclusions based on the presence and use of alcohol through careful management of alcohol service or denying the request to serve alcohol when this goal cannot be met.
8. The University's RMB (retail malt beverage and wine dispensing) license can only be used under the following guidelines:

1. The license is only valid in Hoke University Center.

2. Each individual use of the license must be approved by the President of the institution.

3. Sales/service must be under the supervision of the University's Food Service department.

4. If student use of the license is requested, it can only be granted for specific events sponsored by a recognized Eastern student organization. Sale/service can only be granted to student groups during the regular academic year on Fridays and Saturdays.

5. Serving of alcohol beverages cannot begin earlier than 30 minutes after the closing of the school day at Ackerman Laboratory School.

Alcohol Advertising Guidelines

1. Alcohol beverage marketing programs specifically targeted for students and/or held on campus should conform to the code of student conduct of the institution and should avoid demeaning sexual or discriminatory portrayal of individuals.
2. Promotion of beverage alcohol should not encourage any form of alcohol abuse nor should it place emphasis on quantity or frequency of use.
3. Beverage alcohol (such as kegs or cases of beer) should not be provided as free awards to individual students or campus organizations.
4. No uncontrolled sampling as part of campus marketing programs should be permitted and no sampling, or other promotional activities, should include "drinking contests."
5. Where controlled sampling is allowed by law and institutional policy, it should be limited as to time and quantity. Principles of good hosting should be observed including availability of alternate beverages, food and planned programs. The consumption of beer, wine or distilled spirits should not be the sole purpose of any promotional activity.
6. Promotional activities should not be associated with otherwise existing campus events or programs without prior knowledge and consent of appropriate institutional officials.
7. Display or availability of promotional material should be determined in consultation with appropriate institutional officials.
8. Informational marketing programs should have educational value and subscribe to the philosophy of responsible and legal use of the products represented.
9. Beverage alcohol marketers should support campus alcohol awareness programs that encourage informed and responsible decisions about the use or non-use of beer, wine, or distilled spirits.
10. If permitted, beverage alcohol advertising on campus or in institutional media, including that which promotes events as well as product advertising, should not portray drinking as a solution to personal or academic problems of students or as necessary to social, sexual, or academic success.
11. Advertising and other promotional campus activities should not associate beverage alcohol consumption with the performance of tasks that require skilled reactions such as the operation of motor vehicles or machinery.
12. Local off-campus promotional activities, primarily directed to students, should be developed with the previous knowledge of appropriate institutional officials.

EASTERN DRUG FREE WORKPLACE POLICY

Eastern Oregon University is committed to maintain a workplace free from the unlawful manufacture, use, possession, or distribution of controlled substances (As defined in section 102 of the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 802)). Unlawful manufacture, possession, distribution, or use of controlled substances by University employees in the workplace is prohibited under University policy. All employees of the University will receive a copy of, and must abide by this policy.

In addition to any penalties under Federal and State law, employees found to be in violation of this policy may be subject to disciplinary sanctions consistent with applicable provisions of State laws and regulations, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and applicable University and OUS Administrative Rules.

Any employee convicted of violating a criminal drug statute in the workplace must notify his or her supervisor and the Human Resources Office no later than five days after such conviction. If the employee is involved in work supported by a Federal agency, Personnel will notify the Federal agency within ten days after receiving notice of the criminal drug statute conviction.

Employees found to be in violation of this policy may be required to provide evidence of satisfactory participation in a substance abuse assistance or rehabilitation program. The University supports programs for the prevention of controlled substance abuse by University employees as well as assistance programs for those with problems related to controlled substance abuse. Employees are encouraged to seek assistance for controlled substance dependency problem using the health insurance programs available to all employees employed at least .5 FTE. The State health insurance provides at least partial reimbursement for treatment and rehabilitation associated with substance abuse problems.

[Responsible for Accuracy: Darlene Morgan, Vice President for Administration and Finance - Last Verified: 9/12/97]