Article 5: Drug Free Schools and Communities Act

In conjunction with the Drug Free Schools and Communities Act Amendments of 1989, the University at Buffalo and the Student Health System are committed to clear and concise policies on substance abuse and a strong program of counseling, treatment, rehabilitation, and reentry. Students should be aware of the following information:

• Student rules and regulations prohibit the unlawful possession, use, or distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol on campus properties or as part of its activities. All provisions of State Alcoholic Beverage Control Law and all rules of the State Liquor Authority apply on campus. No person under the age of twenty-one can possess any alcoholic beverage with the intent to consume. State and Federal drug and narcotic laws are also enforced on campus.
  
• Alcoholic beverages may be served on campus by groups and organizations provided the beverages are not sold and that such service is authorized by the campus Alcohol Review Board. For information, contact Student Affairs (645-2982).
  
• Alcohol and other substance abuse counseling, rehabilitation, and reentry programs are offered in the community. Free, confidential information and assessments are available at the Student Health Center in Michael Hall by calling the Student Health Access Line (829-2789) for an appointment. Referrals will be made to community treatment programs if indicated. The Student Counseling Center offers a number of programs and activities designed to assist students. In addition, chapters of Alcoholics Anonymous and Adult Children of Alcoholics meet regularly on campus. Employees are served by an Employee Assistance Program (829-2155 or 645-3166).
  
• The University will impose appropriate disciplinary sanctions on students and employees. Student conduct violations are considered by the Student-Wide Judiciary or the Committee for the Maintenance of Public Order. Sanctions may range from warnings to expulsion for violation of university standards.
  
• Local, state, and federal laws for the unlawful possession or distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol are enforced on campus. These include the State Penal Code provisions on the possession and sale of controlled substances and federal controlled substance possession and trafficking sanctions.
  Violations of state laws can result in fines and up to life in prison. Federal sanctions are similar.
  
• The use and overdose of illicit drugs and alcohol can lead to physical and psychological dependence, behavioral changes, physical and psychological damage, and possible death. Even low doses may significantly impair judgment and coordination.

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