5.30 Drug-Free Campus

The purpose of this policy is to outline expectations regarding student and employee use of alcohol, cannabis, and other drugs related to the campus community.

Applicability

Riverland Community College is committed to providing a drug-free work and learning environment. No student or employee shall report to work or class under the influence of alcohol, cannabinoids, controlled substances, or other drugs that affect alertness, coordination, reaction, response, judgment, decision making, or safety. No student or employee shall operate, use, or drive any equipment, machinery, or vehicle of the College while under the influence of any controlled substance. No student or employee of the College, including any student employee engaged in work or study in connection with a federal grant, shall unlawfully manufacture, distribute, dispense, possess, or use on campus or in the workplace any narcotic drug, alcohol, amphetamine, barbiturate, marijuana, or any other controlled substance (with the exception of Riverland Policy #5.18, “Alcoholic Beverages or Controlled Substances on Campus,” which is consistent with MnSCU Procedure 5.18.2 Check List for Events Involving Alcoholic Beverages or 3.2% Malt Liquor).

Any student or employee who violates the terms of this policy may be subject to discipline, up to and including discharge.

Disclosure of Offenses

Institutions of higher education are permitted to disclose to parents or legal guardians of a student under the age of 21 years information regarding the violation of any federal, state, or local law, and institutional disciplinary rule or policies related to the use or possession of alcohol or a controlled substance.

Criminal Penalties Information

For a summary of the criminal penalties in Minnesota for the use, possession, and sales of controlled substances, see Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 152.

For a summary of federal criminal penalties for drug use and sales, see Federal Drug Trafficking Penalties (PDF).

Referral Resources

• Fountain Lake Treatment Center — 507-377-6411, 408 Fountain Street, Albert Lea, Minnesota 56007
• Mental Health Center — 507-377-5440, 203 West Clark Street, Albert Lea, Minnesota 56007
• Crisis Center/Chemical Dependency Services — 507-434-1890, Mayo Clinic Health System, Austin (West Campus), 101 14th Street NW, Austin, Minnesota 55912
• West Hills Lodge — 507-451-1172, 545 Florence Ave, Owatonna, Minnesota 55060

Additional Information

Additional information regarding the Drug-Free College Policy is available in the Student Affairs Office or Human Resources Office. This includes a copy of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, a copy of the Drug-Free Schools & Communities Act Amendment of 1989, and definitions of terminology used in the law.

Scope

All employees and students.

Procedure

No.

Related Policies, Procedures, or Forms

• 3.6, 3.6.1 Student Code of Conduct Policy & Procedures
• 5.18 Alcoholic Beverages or Controlled Substances on Campus, Riverland Policy
• Minnesota Management and Budget HR/LR Policy #1418: Prohibition of Drug and Alcohol Use by State Employees (PDF)

Date Implemented: 2/14/2013; 9/21/23

Responsible Division / Author: Administration / Human Resource Director

Date Revised: 3/14/2013; 3/8/2022 new template; Adhere to new MN law - Recreational use of cannabinoids