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CSM BRUNTON

ALCOHOL AND DRUG POLICIES

Alcohol Policy
Illegal Drug Policy
Drug Free Schools and Communities Act
Health Risks
Education, Counseling, and Referrals for Treatment

Alcohol Policy

Colorado School of Mines Alcohol Policy Summary:

• 21 legal drinking age
• Registration of all student events
• Non-Alcoholic beverages and food provided
• Unlicensed selling of alcohol prohibited
• Must use a licensed third party vendor

INTRODUCTION

The Colorado School of Mines Board of Trustees has adopted an alcohol use policy in keeping with state and local laws governing the use, distribution, and consumption of alcohol. The University is committed to responsible behavior and as such, the alcohol policy is designed to encourage responsible drinking and behavior. Violation of this policy may result in disciplinary action. For the purpose of this policy, alcoholic beverages are referred to as beer and wine only with a maximum alcohol content of 6%.

The Student Development Center, the Health Center, Student Life Staff, and the Vice President for Student Life/Dean of Students Office will provide information or counseling in the physiological, psychological and legal aspects of alcohol use.

THE LAW

Colorado law prohibits consumption of alcoholic beverages for people under age 21. Furthermore, social host liability may be imposed on persons serving or permitting the serving of alcohol to minors, visibly intoxicated persons, or habitual drinkers.

PURCHASE

The Ben H. Parker Student Center is the only area on campus where alcoholic beverages are licensed to be sold. Any attempt to sell alcoholic beverages without authorization and licensing violates Colorado State liquor code and is also subject to College disciplinary action. To obtain a special event liquor license, meet with the Director of Student Activities a minimum of 60 days prior to the event.

THIRD PARTY VENDOR

All alcohol that is served at events must be served by a licensed third-party vendor. The vendor is responsible for the sale, distribution, service, and transportation of the alcohol as well as checking IDs to verify age requirements. Please contact the Student Activities Office for a list of acceptable vendors.

LOCATION

Student organizations wishing to hold a function at which alcoholic beverages will be served in any campus facilities or on campus grounds must receive prior approval by the Director of Student Activities.

Student Residence Halls – No alcoholic beverages may be consumed in individual rooms of the residence halls or in all public areas of the residence halls.

Fraternity and Sorority Houses - Alcoholic beverages may be consumed by those of legal age only as approved by IFC, Panhellenic, the Director of Student Activities and chapter rules. All events at which alcoholic beverages are served must be approved by the Director of Student Activities and use a third-party vendor.

Off Campus - Student organizations wishing to hold a function where alcoholic beverages may be consumed by those of legal age only, must be approved by the Director of Student Activities and use a third party vendor.

PROCEDURES

1. Organizations wishing to have a function must contact the Student Activities Office to obtain a Request to Serve Alcohol at a Student Event Form and return it to Student Activities a minimum of one week prior to the event.
2. Before alcohol will be allowed at an event, the form must be completed and approved in accordance with all aspects of the Alcohol Policy.
3. All extra permits, (open container, special license, street closure, bonfire, etc.) where applicable, must be attached before approval.
4. A member of the organization must attend an alcohol education workshop, which covers policy alcohol education, and details for getting event approved.
5. If at any time during your event you have problems call Public Safety immediately. They may choose to remove individuals, take them to the Detox Center or arrest them. Public Safety 273-3333.

PENALTY PHASE

Disciplinary Action - Disciplinary action will be handled through the Vice President for Student Life/Dean of Students Office or designee, if appropriate. The presumptive disciplinary action for violation of the alcohol use policy will be either suspension or cancellation of the next activity(s) or event(s). An additional option is for the next activity(s) or event(s) to be held without alcoholic beverages. In situations where an organization is responsible for alcoholic beverages service and a violation occurs, that organization may lose the privilege of serving at future activities. In the event that an individual violates the system, the individual will be held responsible and be subject to disciplinary action.

A copy of the entire policy can be obtained from the office of Student Activities.

Illegal Drug Policy

Approved by the Colorado School of Mines Board of Trustees.

The Colorado School of Mines feels that drug use poses a serious threat to the health and welfare of anyone involved in the use of illegal drugs, as well as a potential threat to the welfare of others within the campus community. This threat includes the possibility of lessening academic performance, estrangement of social relations, the creation of mental and physical problems, reckless, negligent or intentional physical or emotional harm to others, and in some cases, the possibility of bodily injury illness and death. Thus, the Colorado School of Mines position on drug use is that all students must comply with Colorado and Federal laws concerning the manufacture, possession, sale and use of drugs. In addition to facing criminal charges, students who fail to comply with these laws will be subject to appropriate campus disciplinary action, including probation, suspension or dismissal. As a part of the CSM disciplinary procedure, a student who has violated this policy and is allowed to remain in school will be required to submit to drug testing as a condition of continued enrollment.

The Colorado School of Mines offers, through the Office of Student Development and Academic Services, proactive alcohol and drug abuse programs designed to educate students to the dangers of substance abuse. These programs are supplemented by a newly added drug education component of the freshman general physical education course.

Drug Free Schools and Communities Act

The Colorado School of Mines, in compliance with the federal government’s Drug Free Schools & Communities Act, wants students to be aware of community standards and potential consequences pertaining to the illegal use of alcohol or drugs.

The University will impose sanctions on any student found to be in violation of campus standards as outlined in the CODE OF CONDUCT. Sanctions include, but are not limited to, requirements to complete an appropriate education or rehabilitation program, suspension or expulsion from the University, and/or referral to the appropriate authorities for prosecution.

LEGAL SANCTIONS

Health Risks

Alcohol and other drugs have short- and long-term health effects depending on factors such as the type of drug, how often a person uses it, how much is used and the current physical and emotional condition of the person. Health risks include (but are not limited to):

• High blood pressure;
• Deterioration of the heart muscle;
• Loss of motor coordination, which can result in injury or death through automobile accidents, tripping, falling, or drowning;
• Injury or death through violence or self-destructive behavior;
• A depressed immune system.

Even infrequent use of drugs can result in such physical afflictions as hangovers, digestive tremors, impaired sexual response, cardiovascular damage and injuries due to lost coordination. Other possible effects include reduced alertness and impaired performance at school or work, interpersonal conflicts, and financial difficulties.

Alcohol and other drug use can also impair judgment, which could lead to uninformed and unhealthy decision about sex. This can increase the occurrence of unplanned pregnancies and sexually transmitted diseases, including HIV/AIDS. Even if contraceptives are used, they might not be used correctly because of the effects of the drug.

Of course, excessive use of certain drugs can have more immediate, severe physical consequences such as heart attack, respiratory arrest, coma and even death. Combining two or more drugs can also be extremely dangerous.

Education, Counseling, and Referrals for Treatment

Anyone who has a concern about the use of alcohol or other drugs is invited to call the Office for Student Development and Academic Services at 273-3377, website: http://www.mines.edu/stu_life/studev/.

Information regarding the physiological and psychological effects of alcohol is also available through the Student Health Center, Student Life Staff, or Vice President of Student Life/Dean of Students Office.

The Engineers Choosing Healthy Options (ECHO) Program is the drug and alcohol education arm of the Office for Student Development and Academic Services. Over the years ECHO has acquired a substantial library of information on alcohol and other drugs that is readily available in the Office for Student Development and Academic Services, located in the Ben H. Parker Student Center, Suite 8. Presentation programs are available to any campus group that makes a request. Referrals to the ECHO program are encouraged from all segments of the community.