Alcohol & Other Drug Policies
As part of the university’s awareness of drug and alcohol abuse in society,
there are policies that govern the use of alcohol and drugs. Pursuant to the
direction of the Board of Governors, NC State’s Board of Trustees adopted
a policy on illegal drugs.
Alcoholic beverages: The university alcohol policy complies with federal,
state and local laws, including those regulating the possession, use and sale
of alcoholic beverages and controlled substances. The university is committed
to encouraging and sustaining a learning environment which respects individual
freedom and promotes the health, safety and welfare of all community members.
Emphasis is placed on the responsible use of alcohol.
Illegal drugs: The university is concerned about the threat illegal drugs
pose to higher education. The university drug policy demonstrates the university’s
primary commitment to education, counseling, rehabilitation and the elimination
of illegal drugs. All students and employees are responsible for complying with
provisions of North Carolina law, which make the possession, sale, delivery
or the manufacturing of controlled substances illegal. It should also be noted
that alcohol is an illegal drug for any person under the age of 21. The policy
is made available to all students and employees.
Alcohol and other drug abuse education programs: The university maintains
numerous programs designed to assist all members of the campus community who
seek counseling for drug or alcohol abuse problems. These programs emphasize
the incompatibility of alcohol abuse and the use or sale of illegal drugs with
the goals of the university; the legal consequences of alcohol abuse or involvement
with illegal drugs; the medical and psychological implications of alcohol abuse
or the use of illegal drugs; and the ways in which alcohol abuse or the use
of illegal drugs jeopardize an individual’s present accomplishments and
future opportunities. Programs to assist students are available through the
Health Promotion Office, 515-9355, http://www.ncsu.edu/health_promotion/AlcoholDrugs/index.html,
while employees should seek assistance from the Division of Human Resources.