Drugs and Alcohol

This page is about a major problem facing our society- drug and alcohol abuse. Please read it carefully and keep it in mind for future reference. 

Eastern Oregon University takes its role in the fight against drug and alcohol abuse seriously. In the course of the year the University will sponsor informational sessions about alcohol abuse. Our Counseling and Health Center staffs are available to provide treatment to those who wish to resolve personal difficulties associated with drugs and alcohol abuse. As a public entity, the University also exercises its responsibilities with the enforcement of laws about use, possession and distribution of drugs and alcohol. 

If you have any questions about the information in this page please contact a member of the Student Affairs Staff. 

Sincerely, 

Sheldon C. Nord
Vice President for Student Affairs
 

EASTERN OREGON UNIVERSITY POLICY

Eastern Oregon University prohibits the unlawful use, possession and distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol by its students and employees on its property or as part of any of its activities. Persons who violate this policy are subject to campus disciplinary action and referral to law enforcement agencies. 

Persons found to have committed a violation of this policy are subject to the following university sanctions: probation, suspension, or dismissal. The level of sanction will be determined by assessing the seriousness of the breach of policy, the effect of the conduct on the community, and the assessed probability that other violations will not be committed by the person(s) in the future. Referral to treatment programs will be mandated when appropriate. 

State of Oregon Sanctions

Alcohol

• Minor in possession-any attempt to purchase by a person under 21 years is a violation (up to $250 fine)
• Providing liquor to a minor-Class A misdemeanor (up to 1 year in prison and a fine, plus restitution and community service). Mandatory minimums:
  • First conviction - $350
  • Second conviction - $1000
  • Third or subsequent conviction - $1000 and 30 days

For the purposes of the Oregon DUII statutes, for a person under 21 years of age, any amount of alcohol in the blood constitutes being under the influence of intoxicating liquor (class A misdemeanor, penalty of up to 1 year and $2,500 fine and suspension and/or revocation of driving privileges).

Illicit drugs

In Oregon, penalties for possession and distribution are determined by the controlled Substance Schedule upon which the drug appears. Examples from the drug schedules appear below. (Note: Most drugs appear on the same federal and state schedule.)

Schedule I Heroin, LSD, Marijuana, Peyote, Mescaline, Psilocybin
Schedule II Opium, Cocaine, Methamphetamine
Schedule III Amphetamine, Depressants, PCP
Schedule IV Various prescription drugs
Schedule V Other less dangerous prescription drugs and small amounts of certain drugs.

Marijuana

Delivery for consideration (selling, dealing, or bartering)-Class B felony (up to 10 years and up to $100,000 fine, plus twice the value of any resulting gain of property or money).
Delivery not for consideration (less than 1 oz)-Class A misdemeanor (up to 1 year and up to $2500).
Delivery not for consideration (less than 5 grams.)-violation (fine of at least $500, but not more than $1000).
Unlawful Possession (less than 1 oz.)-violation (fine of $500-$1000, plus twice the value of any resulting gain of property or money).
Unlawful Possession (more than 1 oz.)-Class B felony (up to 10 years and up to $100,000 fine, plus twice the value of any resulting gain of property or money).

Schedule I Drugs
Manufacture or distribution (except marijuana)-Class A felony (up to 20 years and up to $100,000 fine, plus twice the value of any resulting gain of property or money).
Unlawful Possession-Class B felony (up to 10 years and up to $100,000 fine, plus twice the value of any resulting gain of property or money).

Schedule II Drugs Manufacture or distribution-Class B felony (up to 10 years and up to $100,000 fine, plus twice the value of any resulting gain of property or money).
Unlawful possession-Class C felony (up to 5 years and up to $100,000 fine, plus twice the value of any resulting gain of property or money).

Schedule III Drugs

Manufacture or distribution-Class C felony (up to 5 years and up to $100,000 fine, plus twice the value of any resulting gain of property or money).
Unlawful Possession-Class A misdemeanor (up to 1 year and up to $2500 fine, plus twice the value of any resulting gain of property or money).

Schedule IV Drugs
Manufacture or distribution-Class B misdemeanor (up to 6 months and up to $1000 fine, plus twice the value of any resulting gain of property or money).
Unlawful Possession-Class C misdemeanor (up to 30 days and up to $500 fine, plus twice the value of any resulting gain of property or money).

Schedule V Drugs
Manufacture or distribution-Class C misdemeanor (30 days and up to $500, plus twice the value of any resulting gain of property or money).
Unlawful Possession-violation ($250 fine, plus twice the value of any resulting gain of property or money).
It is unlawful for a person to manufacture or deliver a schedule 1, 2, or 3 controlled substance within 1,000 feet of the real property comprising a public or private elementary, vocational or secondary school attended by minors (class A felony, penalty of up to 20 years and $100,000 fine).
In addition, the court may order the defendant to pay the cost of prosecution, and the defendant's vehicle used in the crime may be forfeited to the state. Finally, the defendant may forfeit any property used in the crime to the county in which the crime occurred.

Federal Sanctions

The federal system establishes sanctions for possession and distribution of controlled substances, based on the schedule of the drug and the amount involved. However, in addition, the statutory sanctions for possession and distribution are subject to the "Sentencing Guidelines for U.S. Courts." Imposition of the guidelines may lead to higher offense levels and, thus, stricter penalties than otherwise indicated. Courts must make adjustments in the offense level for victim-related considerations, defendant's role in the offense, multiple counts, obstruction and acceptance of responsibility. Finally, the guidelines establish sentences for each offense based on the defendant's criminal history. Federal penal sanctions range from: Manufacture, distribution or trafficking of large amounts of heroin, cocaine, PCP, methamphetamine, Schedule I and II hallucinogens, marijuana, hashish, or any of their derivatives (30 years to life, regardless of the defendant's criminal history) to Possession of any Schedule III-V drug if defendant has lowest level or criminal history (0-4 months).

Further, if serious injury or death results from the crime, minimums of up to 10 years (serious injury) and 20 years (death), plus fines of up to $4,000,000 may be added. These penalties may be doubled for defendants with past felony drug convictions. Finally, penal sanctions in the federal system are "real time", with reductions in sentences only for good behavior.

TREATMENT AND SUPPORT SERVICE INFORMATION

In order to promote the health and educational success of members of the Eastern Oregon University community, the following four point program is offered in an effort to help students, faculty, and staff develop and maintain a substance-free life style. 
 

Alcohol and drug information can be obtained from these sources:
 

In addition, special programs, seminars, classes and displays are offered at various times during the year, including New Student Week in September, Alcohol Awareness Week in October, Drug Prevention Week in February, Wellness Fairs in Quinn Coliseum, and Health Service "Health Huts". 

Drug and Alcohol treatment services can be initiated through these sources:

Counseling Center
Peer Counselors (student), Peer Mentors (student), Counselors (professional) 541-962-3392

Student Health Services
Nurse Practitioner, Community Health Specialist
541-962-3524

Residence Life
Hall Directors, Resident Assistants
541-962-3553

Physical Education and Athletics
Coaching Staff, Sports Performance Lab Coordinator (student)
541-962-3364

Union County Center for Human Development
Professional Out-Patient Treatment
541-962-8801

St. Anthony Hospital (Pendleton)
Professional/Medical In-Patient Treatment
1-800-323-4300

Alcoholics Anonymouns
Peer Support Group for those Recovering from Dependency 
541-963-3758

TYPES OF DRUGS AND HEALTH RISKS

In keeping with the intent of Public Law 101-226, Section 22: Drug-Free Schools and Campuses, it is our obligation and responsibility to inform you of the following health risks that are associated with the use of various illicit drugs, nicotine and the abuse of alcohol.  Please note that any substance use by I.V. with needle sharing increases the risk of AIDS and Hepatitis B. 

1. STIMULANTS- Speed up action of the central nervous system. 
• Amphetamines- (Speed)- Hallucinations; heart problems; malnutrition; dependency; paranoid psychosis; death. Affects fetus. 
• Cocaine- (Coke, Crack)- Confusion, depression, convulsions, damaged nasal membranes, lung lesions, dependency, coma,  paranoid psychosis, death. Affects fetus. 
2. DEPRESSANTS- Relax the central nervous system. 
• Barbiturates- (Downers) Tranquilizers, methaqualone (Ludes)- Confusion; loss of coordination; tolerance; dependency; seizures; coma; death. In combination with alcohol, especially dangerous. 
3. CANNABIS- Alters perception & mood. 
• Marijuana- (Pot) Hashish (Hash)- Confusion; loss of coordination; tolerance; dependence; lung damage. Decreased sex drive. 
4. HALLUCINOGENS- Distorts reality. 
• Lysergic Acid Diethylamide (LSD, Acid), MDA, DMT, STP(Designer drugs)- Hallucinations; panic; tolerance; "flashbacks"; possible birth defects in user's children. Long-term psychosis in susceptible persons. 
• Phencyclidine (PCP, Angel Dust)- Depression; confusion; hallucinations; coma; irrational behavior; tolerance; convulsions; death. 
5. NARCOTICS- Lower pain perception. 
• Heroin (Smack) Morphine, Codeine, Opium- Lethargy; apathy; loss of judgement & self-control; tolerance; dependence; convulsions; coma; death; malnutrition; infection; hepatitis. Decreased sex drive. 
6. DELIRIANTS- Mental confusion. 
• Aerosol Products, Lighter Fluid, Paint Thinner, Other Inhalants- Confusion; loss of coordination; hallucination; convulsions; death; dependence; damage to lungs, liver, brain, and bone marrow. 
7. ALCOHOL- Slows reflexes and senses.  Tolerance; dependence; depression; coma; death. Alcohol abuse is linked to cancer, heart & liver damage. Decreased sex performance. Fetal alcohol syndrome. 
8. NICOTINE- Raises heart rate.  Emphysema; lung cancer; heart disease; dependence.