Suspected Drug or Alcohol Misuse by Students

Policy Owner: Chief Student Services Officer

Policy Statement:

This policy will be followed when an MATC employee has reasonable suspicion of student substance misuse. Whether a student is on the MATC campus, or at an MATC sponsored event, including field work, when behaviors that indicate the probability of drug or alcohol misuse are observed the procedures below will be followed.

Policy Rational:

MATC abides by Federal Law P.L. 102-226 to provide a Drug Free Workplace. This policy pertains to employees and students. The policy prohibits the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession or use of controlled substances or alcohol on college property or during college activities. The 1989 amendment to the Drug Free Schools and Communities Act provides that it is unlawful for students or employees to possess, use, or distribute illicit drugs and/or alcohol on MATC’s premises or as a part of any MATC activity with the exception of alcohol as part of specific institutionally approved events.

Possession, use, misuse, exchange, sale, or being under the influence of alcohol and/or controlled substances on college grounds is illegal and expressly forbidden. Violation of this policy is cause for disciplinary action including dismissal.