Alcohol and Other Drugs Policy
Including Parents in Conversations about Alcohol and Other Drugs
The University supports the idea that students, parent(s) or legal guardian(s), and the University are partners with responsibilities for the promotion of a healthy and positive educational experience for students. University disciplinary policies and procedures are designed to promote an environment conducive to student learning and growth while protecting the University community. It is the belief of the University that students benefit from discussions with their parent(s) or legal guardian(s) about the effects of alcohol or use of controlled substances on their educational experience.
The University may notify parents/guardians of students, under the age of 21, who have been found in violation of the Alcohol and Other Drugs Policy. Notification of parents/guardians will occur when, in the opinion of the Dean of Students or his/ her designee, a violation is significant enough to indicate a greater level of care may be necessary to support the student.
It is our general practice to encourage a student to contact his or her parent(s) or legal guardian(s) prior to the University’s notification, however, there may be circumstances when contact will be initiated more rapidly.