Saint Michael's Catholic College ("College") is committed to providing a safe environment in compliance with the provisions of the Federal Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act of 1989 and applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations.

The unlawful manufacture, selling, dispensation, possession, use, distribution of or being under the influence of illicit (illegal) drugs and/or alcohol by College students or employees as part of any College activity is prohibited.

The College can make available external resources for students and employees to seek counseling, treatment, rehabilitation, and education regarding alcohol abuse and illicit drug use.

II. The College President or a designee is authorized to impose disciplinary actions for students and employees (consistent with local, state, and federal law), up to and including expulsion for students or dismissal from employment for employees, and referral to law enforcement for violations of standards of conduct required by this policy.

For the purposes of this policy, the College may impose in its discretion a disciplinary sanction that may include the completion of a drug assistance or rehabilitation program approved for such purposes by the Federal, State or local health, law enforcement, or other appropriate agency.

III. The College President or designee shall establish appropriate programs and procedures to implement this policy.