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ALCOHOL AND DRUGS
AUTHORIZED USE OF ALCOHOL
Policy. College policy prohibits sale to and possession and consumption
of
alcohol by persons under the age of 21. Subject to this prohibition,
individuals
hosting functions where alcohol is served must receive approval in advance
from
the Office of the Dean of Students (in the case of students) and from
the appropriate
Vice President of the College (in the case of faculty, staff, and alumni
events), and must comply with the licensing requirements of the State
of Ohio. In cases where it is proposed that alcohol be served in College
dining halls, the
prior approval of the President is required. Any events scheduled outdoors
must
be confined to a tent or other enclosure in order to meet the open container
requirements of civil law. The College expects that those consuming
alcoholic
beverages on campus will conduct themselves in an appropriate manner
which
respects the rights of others and of the institution. All students are
expected to be
aware of and comply with Ohio Liquor Laws. Additional information on
the
College’s policy regarding the authorized use of alcohol is contained
within the
Code of Social Responsibility and the “Policies and Procedures”
section of The
Scot’s Key.
The College Underground. The College Underground is the property of
the College
and, as with all property, the responsibility for control and maintenance
of
the facility resides with the administration. The actual management
of The
Underground, however, has been assigned to a committee comprised of
a variety
of students and staff, and the scheduling and use of the facility will
conform to
regulations adopted by that group and approved by the Dean of Students.
A representative
of the management group is present to supervise the operation whenever
an activity is scheduled. During the 2003-2004 academic year, The Underground
will sell beer under the terms of its D-1 license issued by the Ohio
State
Liquor Control Board. All policies and procedures surrounding the sale
and/or
distribution of beer will be in accordance with Ohio state law and College
policy
as outlined in The Scot’s Key.
The Wooster Inn. The Wooster Inn is a separate commercial enterprise
of The
College of Wooster, functioning under D-1 and D-2 licenses from the
State of
Ohio, which permit the sale and service of wine and beer. Functions
where beer
or wine are served may be scheduled at The Wooster Inn, but those scheduling
such events must comply with the requirements of the D-1and D-2 licenses
and
policies of The Wooster Inn management.
DRUG-FREE CAMPUS AND WORKPLACE
Standards of Conduct
Students and members of the faculty and staff are The College of Wooster’s
most
valuable resource and, thus, their health and safety is a serious concern.
The College
will not tolerate any drug or alcohol use which imperils the health
and wellbeing
of students and employees or threatens the ongoing successful operation
of
the institution and its educational program. The College fully complies
with the
Drug-Free Schools and Communities and Drug-Free Workplace Acts.
The College of Wooster recognizes that the use of illegal drugs and
abuse of
other controlled substances is not only inconsistent with the law-abiding
behavior
expected of all citizens, but diminishes an individual’s productivity
and reliability.
Moreover, the College believes that students have the right to study
in an alcohol- and drug-free environment; that employees have the right
to work in an
alcohol- and drug-free environment; and that all members of the community
have the right to study and work with individuals free of the effects
of alcohol
and drugs. Therefore, the unlawful possession, use, manufacture, sale,
or distribution
of illegal drugs and alcohol by students and employees on the property
of the College, in College-supplied vehicles, or as part of any of its
activities
is prohibited.
Definitions of Illegal Drugs and Unauthorized Alcohol
Illegal or Illicit Drugs. “Illegal drugs” or “illicit
drugs” as referred to in this policy
shall include, but not be limited to, any form of narcotics, depressants,
stimulants,
hallucinogens, anabolic steroids, or any other drug, the possession
or sale
of which is controlled by federal or state law. Excepted from this definition
or
policy are such drugs as have been legally prescribed for treatment
of the individual
who has them in his or her possession.
Unauthorized Alcohol. “Unauthorized alcohol” as referred to
in this policy
includes any form of ethanol or alcoholic beverage which is possessed
or used
during working hours or in violation of the College policy on alcohol
or of state
or local statutes and ordinances.
Drug-Free Campus: Student Drug Prevention Program
Applicable Legal Sanctions Under Local, State, or Federal Law for the
Unlawful
Possession or Distribution of Illicit Drugs and Alcohol. Federal law
requires the
College to communicate to all students and employees the local, state,
and federal
laws that govern the use, possession, and sale of dangerous drugs and/or
controlled substances. Ohio Revised Code Section 3719.41 divides these
drugs
and substances into five “Schedules.” Some drugs are included
in several schedules
and the criterion for inclusion relates to the amount of controlled
substance
in a given drug.
Schedule I drugs are Narcotic-Opiates which are considered to have no
therapeutic
value and cannot be obtained even with a prescription. Common Schedule
I
drugs include, but are not limited to, LSD, Marijuana (and its derivatives
and
synthetic forms), Mescaline, Peyote, Quaalude, Heroin, and Gamma Hydroxybutyric
Acid (GHB).
Schedule II drugs are considered to have therapeutic value and can be
obtained
with a prescription. Common Schedule II drugs include, but are not limited
to,
Opium, Morphine, Cocaine, Codeine, Methadone, Amphetamines, Seconal,
Phenobarbital,
PCP, and hallucinogens used to decrease the side effects of
chemotherapy.
Schedule III drugs may also be obtained with a prescription and include,
but are
not limited to, Benzphetamine, Secobarbitol, Narcan, Codeine, Morphine,
and
Dihydrocodeinone.
Schedule IV drugs have therapeutic value and require a prescription.
Two common
examples are Valium and Chloral Hydrate.
Schedule V drugs also have therapeutic value and can only be obtained
with a
prescription. They are divided into Narcotic drugs and Narcotics-non-narcotic
preparations and typically contain smaller amounts of the narcotic drug
than do
Schedule III or IV drugs.
“Harmful intoxicant” is another classification of substances
which are regulated.
While they are not “drugs,” their improper use can place them
in the category of
“recreational drugs.” “Harmful intoxicants” do not
include beer or intoxicating
liquor; rather, the term designates any compound mixture, preparation,
or substance
(e.g., paint, glue), the gas, fumes, or vapor of which, when inhaled,
can
induce intoxication, excitement, giddiness, irrational behavior, depression,
stupefaction,
paralysis, unconsciousness, asphyxiation, or other harmful physiological
effects.
The Ohio Revised Code also prohibits the illegal possession of, manufacture
of,
trafficking in, or permitting the abuse of all dangerous drugs and harmful
intoxicants.
The definitions of prohibited activity are broad, and individuals convicted
of a violation of these prohibitions face mandatory fines and in many
cases
mandatory incarceration.
With regard to alcohol, The Ohio Revised Code prohibits the following:
• The unlawful possession, provision to, and consumption of alcohol
by individuals
under the age of 21;
• The operation of motor vehicles while under the influence of
alcohol. In Ohio,
this is defined as having a concentration of .02 by weight of alcohol
in the person’s
blood or breath if he/she is under the age of 21; and
• The possession of open containers of alcohol in a vehicle or
in a public place
other than with an applicable permit.
Summaries of Federal and State Penalties and of Federal Trafficking
Penalties
appear in Exhibits A-1(a), A-1(b), A-2(a), and A-2(b). Additional information
on
state and federal laws governing the use, possession, and sale of dangerous
drugs
and/or controlled substances is available in the Office of Human Resources,
the
Dean of Students Office, the Safety and Security Office, and the Office
of the Secretary,
and is on open reserve at Andrews Library.
Description of Health Risks Associated with the Use of Illicit Drugs
and Abusive
Alcohol. Exhibits B - I contain detailed analyses of specific drugs
and their
effects. Negative effects of ingested alcohol can include decreased
responsiveness,
slurred speech, impaired judgment, lack of coordination, and combativeness.
At
higher blood levels, central nervous system depression including vomiting,
hypertension, depressed respirations, pulmonary aspiration, stupor,
coma, and
death may occur. Alcohol blackouts (amnesia) can occur after a large
amount of
alcohol is consumed and are a sign of serious intoxication and probably
dependence. Long-term risks associated with the abuse of alcohol include
neuropathy,
neurological damage, and liver damage. Long-term use and/or abuse can
cause
physical and psychological dependence.
Drugs/Alcohol Counseling, Treatment, Rehabilitation, and Re-entry Programs
Available to Students. Students indicating need for a chemical dependency
assessment will be referred to a qualified counselor on staff or in
the community.
Other programs available include:
• Referral to Inpatient Facilities, if necessary
• Counseling for individuals not requiring long-term treatment
• Training workshops for residential life and other campus staff
• Presentation of programs in residence halls and Lowry Center
on a variety of
issues
• Students who violate the College’s alcohol and other substance
policy will participate
in a small group program designed as an opportunity for increased
awareness, peer support, and educational information about the personal,
social, and health risks involved in alcohol and substance use.
Chemical-Free Housing is an option for students who prefer to live in
a dedicated
sober environment. Support groups (AA, NA, Al-Anon) are available near
campus, as are several treatment provider agencies.
Further information about drug and alcohol programs, including contact
information,
can be found on the Longbrake Student Wellness Center website at
www.wooster.edu/health.
Disciplinary Sanctions. Disciplinary sanctions will be imposed upon
those students
who violate the standards of conduct set out in this notice. Such sanctions
will be determined on an individual basis and may range from a written
warning
to expulsion and possible referral for prosecution.
Biennial Review. The College of Wooster will undertake a biennial review
of its
drug education program to assess its effectiveness and to implement
changes in
the program if it is determined that they are necessary. The purpose
of the biennial
review shall also be to ensure that disciplinary sanctions are consistently
enforced.
Drug-Free Workplace: Employee Drug Prevention Program
Statement of Policy. Unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation,
possession,
or use of illegal drugs or unauthorized use, possession, or sale of
alcohol by
employees is prohibited on the campus of The College of Wooster or while
an
employee is engaged in College activities.
Reporting to work or attending College business activities under the
influence of
drugs or alcohol is prohibited. The College reserves the right to request
an
employee who exhibits signs of impairment during working hours or while
engaged in College business to submit to a “for cause” drug
or alcohol screening
at that time. In addition, a drug or alcohol test will be requested
of a person following
a work-related accident or injury which results in one or more of the
following
for that person or for someone affected by that person’s actions:
significant
work time lost, significant medical emergency treatment, or other equally
significant disruption to the College’s operation. AN EMPLOYEE’S
REFUSAL
TO BE TESTED WILL BE GROUNDS FOR DISMISSAL. Testing positive for
drugs or alcohol in a post-accident or post-injury test may result in
the loss of
workers’ compensation or unemployment compensation benefits. An
employee
who is taking legal medication (prescription or over-the-counter) which
may
affect his or her ability to perform in a safe and productive manner
is required to
report this to his or her supervisor. The supervisor will decide if
any restrictions
should be applied to the employee’s work.
Employee Services. Since February 2000, The College of Wooster has maintained
a contractual agreement with The Source One Group, Inc., 510 East Milltown
Road, Suite B, Wooster, Ohio 44691. Under the terms of the agreement,
the
Employee Assistance Program provides full- and part-time faculty and
staff
members at the College with confidential assessments, brief intervention
services,
and referral services to enable individuals to address “work-related
problems,”
including drug and alcohol problems.
The College encourages those who need to do so to enroll in approved
programs
of treatment or rehabilitation for alcohol and controlled substances
abuse. Please
consult the schedule of benefits or contact the Benefits Administrators,
Carol
Rakoczy (extension 2016) and Holly Lantis (extension 2609), for information
regarding applicable coverage.
In-hospital programs, including outpatient post-release follow up based
on individual
and group counseling, are available in several Northeast Ohio hospitals.
Employees interested in further information may consult the staff in
the Office of
Human Resources at the College.
Notification of Drug Statute Conviction. An individual convicted of
violating
any criminal drug statute during working hours and/or while on College
business
must report that conviction to his or her supervisor within five days
of such
conviction.
The College is obligated to notify the federal contracting agency which
has provided
funding or assistance to the College for that employee’s specific
activities of
such a conviction. Such notification must take place within ten days
after the
College receives notice from an employee of a conviction of any workplace
violation
of a criminal drug statute.
The unauthorized use of alcohol by persons under 21, and the illegal
use, manufacture,
sale, or possession of illegal drugs may also result in the notification
of
civil authorities.
Discipline. Disciplinary procedures for violations of the policy, up
to and including
immediate termination of employment, will be imposed for any of the
following
behaviors: the use, possession, manufacture, sale, or dispensation of
illegal
drugs; unauthorized use of alcohol; reporting to work or being under
the influence of illegal drugs or alcohol; testing positive for illegal
drugs or alcohol; or refusing to submit to testing according to the
procedures outlined in this policy. However, the College will also encourage
legitimate individual programs of treatment or rehabilitation. Assistance
in establishing contacts for professional
help with respect to drug or alcohol abuse problems may be obtained
by contacting
Gary Thompson, Director of Human Resources.
Should you suspect the possibility of substance abuse by an individual
in your
division or department, you should report your observations to your
supervisor
and, in the case of hourly support staff, to the Director of Human Resources.
Drug Screening. The College conducts pre-employment drug screening for
certain
classes of (non-student) employees. Before a job candidate is appointed
to
an open position in specified job classifications, he/she must pass
a 10-panel
drug screening analyzed by an independent agency (currently the Center
for
Occupational Medicine). The specified job classifications consist of
those
positions that, as a primary part of the job, are regularly involved
with food
preparation, food service, operation of dangerous machinery, management
and
use of hazardous chemicals, driving College vehicles, handling of large
sums of
cash, health treatment of students, or access to residence halls (i.e.,
residence
halls staff, custodial staff, security staff). The list of specified
positions included is
available to employees at the Office of Human Resources.
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