Snow College has a zero tolerance drug and alcohol policy. The Federal Government
enacted the Drug-Free School and Community Act on December 12th 1989. Institutions
receiving federal funds under any federal program must certify that they have adopted
a policy and implemented a program to prevent the unlawful possession, use of, or
distribution of alcohol and illicit drugs by students. To comply with this federal
requirement, Snow College has established the following drug and alcohol free policy:
Snow College recognizes both the legal and social consideration relative to personal
behavior and habits. Any activity that violates state, federal or local law is prohibited
at Snow College. This includes driving under the influence; the possessing or drinking
of alcoholic beverages by minors; driving under the influence of, possessing, trafficking
in, or misusing alcohol, any narcotic, any dangerous/unlawful drug, or any other substance
controlled by local, state or federal law, in any college building or on college grounds
or elsewhere within the College Community, including on and off-campus housing. Sanctions
could include fines, community service hours, mandatory drug/alcohol counseling/education/
treatment, probation, suspension, expulsion and referral to civil authorities.
Students who are legally of age to smoke may do so if it does not infringe upon the
rights of non-smokers. Smoking is permitted on college grounds, but not in college
buildings nor within 25 feet of any building entrance.
Snow College students are responsible for their own citizenship. They are expected
to obey all federal and state laws and local ordinances. Students are answerable to
law enforcement authorities for law violations.
Violations of federal or state laws or local ordinances will be reported to law enforcement
authorities, regardless of whether such violations occur on school campus grounds,
school property, in local communities, or at college-sponsored activities. Any student
charged with violating federal, state, or local laws will be subject to Snow College
disciplinary action regardless of pending court actions.
Students who violate Snow College’s Drug and Alcohol Policy will be referred to the
Director of Student Life, who will investigate the offense and will meet with the
complainant to determine whether the case will be resolved by the Director of Student
Life or referred to the Student Standards Committee.
Alcohol and illegal drugs cause liver, heart, brain, and other organ damage. They
also contribute to emotional, mental and psychological disorders. They impair the
ability to make safe, responsible decisions. Binge drinking can cause death from alcohol
poisoning.
The following resources are available for students who want help with alcohol or
drug issues