 STATEMENT ON ILLEGAL DRUGS AND ALCOHOL INTRODUCTION This statement is provided to students, faculty and staff of South Dakota State University in compliance with the requirements of the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act Amendments of 1989, Public Law 101-226. The enclosed information reviews standards of conduct established by the South Dakota Board of Regents and the university regarding the unlawful possession, use or distribution of alcohol, controlled substances or marijuana. Legal sanctions under local, state and federal law for the unlawful possession, use or distribution of these substances are described. Information regarding health risks, treatment or rehabilitation services and disciplinary actions available to the university for violations of drug and alcohol policies is also provided. All members of the campus community are encouraged to familiarize themselves with this material. POLICY The South Dakota Board of Regents strictly prohibits the unlawful possession, use or distribution of alcohol, marijuana or controlled substances by its students or employees while on property controlled by the Board or while participating in any capacity in activities or employment sponsored by it. No possession, use or distribution of alcohol, marijuana or controlled substances is permitted on the campuses of Regental institutions except where specifically authorized by Board policy. DISCIPLINARY SANCTIONS *Students. The manufacture, sale, possession and consumption of alcohol, marijuana or controlled substances by students is prohibited on any property controlled by the Board of Regents and in connection with any institutionally sponsored activity, except that alcohol may be served at social activities held in other locations, subject to the restrictions established under state law and by South Dakota State University. The SDSU judicial system will be utilized in all cases involving student violations of alcohol, marijuana and controlled substances policies. A complete description of judicial procedures is available in the SDSU Student Code. Initial sanctions for violations of marijuana and controlled substances policies include censure to suspension for use or possession of marijuana, probation to expulsion for use or possession of controlled substances, and suspension or expulsion for the manufacture, distribution or possession with intent to distribute marijuana or controlled substances. Second offenses of these regulations will result in a minimum of disciplinary probation and a $100 fine. Third offenses will result in a minimum of suspension for one semester or, in compelling circumstances, probation and required participation in an approved substance abuse treatment program at the student's expense. The foregoing sanctions are minimum sanctions and reference to them does not preclude more severe sanctions, including expulsion, where the circumstances warrant such action. The SDSU alcohol policy prohibits possession or consumption of alcohol on campus and in connection with any institutionally sponsored activity. This policy shall be interpreted to include not only possession or consumption of alcohol but also voluntarily participating in on-campus events or activities involving alcoholic beverages. Initial sanctions for alcohol violations will result in a minimum sanction of censure plus appropriate conditions. Minimum sanctions for subsequent offenses are the same as those outlined above for marijuana and controlled substances. Violations of SDSU alcohol, marijuana and controlled substances policies may be referred to local law enforcement and will be referred when the facts suggest a felony offense has occurred. LOCAL, STATE AND FEDERAL LAWS Criminal and civil penalties are clearly established in local ordinances, state statutes and federal laws for violations involving unlawful use, possession, consumption and distribution of alcohol, marijuana and controlled substances. These violations are often considered to be serious crimes and penalties can include fines, loss of driving privileges and incarceration. In addition, criminal proceedings and actions interrupt normal educational or employment activities and may create a permanent criminal record. Reproduced with permission of Department of Student Affairs. This is a partial reproduction. The entire document may be obtained from Student Affairs. Student Health Professionals Assistance Program
The Student Health Professionals Assistance Program (SHPAP) offers confidential, compassionate help to chemically impaired Nursing and Pharmacy students by working through the Health Professional Assistance Program (HPAP). The aim of the program is to provide opportunity for careful assessment, appropriate treatment and compassionate support for recovering students, which will enable students to continue their education without stigma or penalty. This program has the support and approval of the University Administration and the Colleges of Nursing and Pharmacy. Participation in SHPAP by mandatorily referred students will require that individuals agree to undergo a professional evaluation, agree to enter and participate in a recommended treatment program and agree to continue their recovery program after treatment. The purpose of SHPAP is to: 1. Identify impaired students.
Counseling for Substance Abuse Problems at SDSU The SDSU Counseling Center provides 1:1 or
group counseling for students with substance abuse problems. The
Counseling Center employs a certified Chemical Dependency Counselor to
conduct substance abuse assessments for students who are having problems
related to their substance use. A support group called Healthy Living
is also available through the Counseling Center.
Reviewed: December 2004 Return to Nursing Student Handbook
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