Alcohol and Other Drugs Policy

To Faculty and Staff:

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe, healthy, and productive work and learning environment, we are providing this annual notice to make you aware of the College’s Alcohol and Other Drugs Policy.  

This policy outlines standards of conduct for employees and students, health risks associated with using alcohol and other drugs, disciplinary and legal sanctions for violating laws, regulations, and policies involving alcohol and other drugs, and resources available for counseling and treatment.

Health Risks: There are significant psychological and physiological health risks associated with the abuse of alcoholic beverages and illicit drugs, which can be found on the College's Health and Wellness Center webpage.

Available Resources and Assistance: Employees seeking assistance for substance abuse concerns are encouraged to utilize the Employee Assistance Program, which offers employees resources and appropriate referrals.

Standards of Conduct: Employees are expected to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding alcohol and controlled substances. The unlawful possession, use, and distribution of alcohol and illicit drugs by employees on College premises, or while conducting College business off College premises, is prohibited.

Disciplinary and Legal Sanctions: Violations shall result in the application of sanctions outlined under applicable Policies of the Board of Trustees, College policies, statutes, employment contracts, and/or collective bargaining agreements. A list of applicable legal sanctions for the unlawful possession or distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol can be found here.

If you have questions regarding this notice or the College’s Alcohol and Other Drugs Policy, please contact Human Resources or the Risk and Compliance Office.

Thank you for your cooperation and commitment to fostering a safe, healthy, and productive workplace.

Justina Geremia
Risk and Compliance Manager