ALCOHOL/DRUG-FREE CAMPUS POLICY

(Board Approved/Rev:01/03)

The President must approve procedures in support of this policy.

A.  Definition of Terms

1. “College property” means any property owned, leased or rented by LCC including hotel rooms, rental cars, and meeting rooms or facilities rented by the College on a short or long-term basis.

2. “Alcoholic beverages” as used in this policy, mean beverages, which are alcoholic liquor, or cereal malt beverages as defined in Kansas Statutes.

3. “College funds” mean any funds managed and controlled within the College’s financial accounting system.  Funds of the LCC Foundation are not included in this because the College does not directly control them.

B.   General Regulations

1. Alcoholic beverages may not be consumed on College owned or leased property or in a College-owned or leased vehicle.

2. As a general operational policy, alcohol my not be purchased with College funds.

3. College employees or students may not operate a College owned or leased vehicle while under the influence of alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs or while impaired by the use of prescription medications.

4. College employees/students may not transport fellow employees/students or drive in a personally owned/leased vehicle while under the influence of alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs or when impaired by the use of prescription medications during College business or College-sponsored trips.

C. C.  Violations

1. Employees or students who violate this policy are subject to applicable disciplinary actions. 

2. Violation of section B-3 & 4 above will be considered a serious offense and may be punishable by termination or expulsion for a first offense.

3. The College may file complaints with local law enforcement agencies or ban members of the general public who violate this policy.

D. Purpose and Scope  

The abuse of alcohol and other drugs interferes with the processes of learning, teaching, research and public service, which are the functions of Labette Community College. In order to accomplish its mission, and further, to comply with the Drug Free Schools and Communities Act, this policy is promulgated.

E. Internal Sanctions

Any student or employee who violates this policy shall be subject to disciplinary action, including, without limitation, probation, expulsion, suspension, or termination of campus/LCC enrollment/employment (including clinicals and internships); may be required to participate satisfactorily in an appropriate rehabilitation program; or may be referred for prosecution.

F.  External Sanctions

Violation of applicable local, state, and federal laws governing the possession, use, manufacture, or distribution of alcohol and other drugs may subject

violators to fines, imprisonment, and/or community service requirements. Convictions become part of an individual's criminal record and may prohibit certain career and professional opportunities.

G.  Health Risks

Abuse of drugs and alcohol can result in behavioral changes; impairment of judgment and coordination; elevated or lowered blood pressure; depression; anxiety; hallucinations; convulsions; temporary and permanent loss of memory; damage to the heart, lungs, liver and brain; sterility; lowered immune system and increased infection; cancer; emphysema; chronic bronchitis, and death.

H.  Alcohol/Other Drug Assistance Programs

Programs are available in the Parsons area to help LCC students/employees deal with substance abuse related issues. Federal laws ensure all persons seeking help for alcohol and/or other drug problems will be treated with respect and in a confidential manner.

I. Coordination and Reference

    At LCC

    Vice President of Student Affairs (For Referral Only) (620) 820-1264

    Services are also available through:

    Hotlines – 7 days a week, 24 hours a day: