Clery Report - Substance Abuse
SUBSTANCE ABUSE AWARENESS
Spelman College is committed to the eradication of illegal drugs and the maintenance of a drug free environment. The college fully supports and endorses federal, state and local laws that prohibit the unlawful possession, use or distribution of illicit drugs or alcohol. In support of this commitment the college has developed a comprehensive Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention Policy that has been endorsed by the Board of Trustees of Spelman College. This policy is published in the Faculty and Staff, and Student Handbooks.
It is the responsibility of every administrator and member of the faculty, staff and student body to familiarize her or himself with these policies and the associated sanctions that may include suspension, expulsion, loss of financial aid eligibility, loss of academic credit, or termination and referral to the appropriate federal, state or local authorities for prosecution in the courts.
Information regarding substance abuse education, counseling and treatment services can be obtained from any of the following locations.
- College Health Services
- College Counseling Services
- Office of Human Resources
- College EAP Counselor
- Office of Student Affairs
Summary of Spelman College
Alcohol and Drug policies:
DRUGS
The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, sale, possession, use or consumption of any unlawful or dangerous drug or controlled substance by any member of the faculty, staff or student body of Spelman College for which said individual does not have legal license or valid prescriptions is strictly prohibited.
Violations of this policy will result in administrative and or criminal adjudication.
ALCOHOL
The use, sale, consumption, distribution or possession of any alcoholic beverage is prohibited on any property owned or leased by the College or any department or division thereof. Violations of this policy will result in administrative and or criminal adjudication. These sanctions also extend to violations of all Georgia laws related to underage drinking.
Alcoholic beverages may be served to persons age 21 or older at locations and functions designated by the President or the President's designee subject to the provisions of all College policies.
HEALTH RISKS
The scope and impact of health risks from alcohol and drug abuse are both alarming and well documented ranging from mood altering to life threatening. Abuse of alcohol and drugs alters behavior, distorts perception, impairs thinking, impedes judgment and sabotages opportunity. Substance abuse may result in deterioration of physical health by causing or contributing to various diseases, illnesses or birth defects which may result in permanent impairment or death.
SANCTIONS
In addition to the College sanctions referred to above, persons convicted of federal, state or local laws prohibiting the unlawful use, possession, manufacture, sale, dispensing or distribution of alcohol or drugs are subject to stiff sanctions which may include heavy fines, incarceration for varying periods of time up to life imprisonment, forfeiture of assets, suspension or loss of driver's, business, or professional licenses; termination or suspension from eligibility for civil service employment; and loss of certain state and federal funds.
Presentation of this brief overview in no way diminishes the responsibility of every member of the Spelman College community to become thoroughly familiar with the college Alcohol and Drug Prevention Policy in its entirety
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