The following are components of the program aimed at education and prevention of alcohol and substance abuse implemented on an annual basis for the staff and students of the College.
The program includes:
- Education about alcohol and substance abuse and related health risks.
- Education about treatment of alcohol and substance abuse, including a list of referrals and resources for counseling and treatment.
- A description of the College policies which prohibit the use, possession, or distribution of alcohol or illicit substances.
- A description of legal sanctions that may apply to an individual who violates the laws pertaining to the use of alcohol or drugs.
Description of Components of the Program
Education about alcohol and substance abuse and related health risks
- Education will be provided to faculty, staff and students of the College. Education may include the following:
- A presentation and discussion directed by a professional health care provider who is currently active in the field of alcohol and substance abuse.
- Distribution of written materials (pamphlets, handouts) which address the health risks of alcohol and substance abuse.
- Use of a video which provides education about aspects of substance abuse and it’s prevention and treatment.
- Supplemental education is provided to the students of the College on an annual basis.
- Treatment of alcohol and substance abuse
Current treatment options will be discussed/presented during the annual educational session. A list of treatment and counseling resources will to be distributed to faculty, staff, and students in the College. Anyone requesting assistance with the evaluation or treatment of an alcohol or drug related problem will be referred through the Employee Health Office, or to the individual’s own health care provider. - College policies related to alcohol and substance use, possession, or distribution
The College prohibits the consuming, keeping, or distribution of any alcoholic beverage or illicit drug or substance on the College campus. Violating this policy shall result in the individuals or residents immediately being dismissed from the College, and/or immediately moving out of their dorm room. - Legal sanctions in instances of alcohol or substance related use, possession or distribution
Some situations involving the use of alcohol are illegal. The use, possession and distribution of illicit drugs or substances are a civil and/or criminal offense under Maine law. In accordance with Maine law, the College will proceed to appropriately involve police officials to enforce their policies, which prevent the illicit use, possession or distribution of alcohol and/or drugs. Individuals involved may be subject to prosecution under the full extent of the law. - Biennial review of the program
The Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs will conduct biennial review of the effectiveness of the alcohol and substance abuse program.
*This policy is in compliance with the Drug-Free Colleges & Communities Act Amendments of 1989 (P. L.101-226), section 1213 of the HEA.
Approved:______________________________________________________________________
Monika Bissell, DBA
President
Date
Amended
July 21, 2010, May 14, 2018