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The College is committed to providing an environment that is supportive of the academic mission of the institution. Students are considered adults who are responsible for conducting themselves in accordance with state and local law and with the College鈥檚 policy on alcohol and illicit drugs. The College respects students鈥� privacy and autonomy and assumes that their behavior will be both legal and responsible.

Students are expected to accept responsibility for their own welfare and to avoid infringing upon the rights of other members of the college community. When violations of law or policy come to the attention of College officials, appropriate sanctions will be imposed and repeat violations will be dealt with severely. A fundamental kind of misconduct that may lead to conduct action is the illegal use, sale, or possession of stimulants, intoxicants, or other illicit drugs, and/or the participation of a student or campus visitor in an incident, accident or personal injury that is related to the use by that student or visitor of any stimulant, intoxicant, or other illicit drug.

In 2021, New York State revised its cannabis laws. It is important to note that even though state law allows for cannabis to be consumed in New York, federal law prevents all consumption of cannabis, including medicinal use, on college campuses 鈥� including 黑料网.

Loss of privileges, specified conduct requirements, or separation from the College may be imposed on any student or visitor whose conduct adversely affects the academic community. The behavior of a visitor may result in sanctions placed on both the visitor and the student host. Policy violations will be addressed through the College鈥檚 conduct system and/or University Police.

Regulations Specific to Alcohol

Possession and Consumption of Alcoholic Beverages for Persons Under Age 21

Alcoholic beverages may not be provided to anyone under 21 years of age in accordance with New York State Law.

1. Possession and consumption of alcoholic beverages by persons under the age of 21 is prohibited on the Geneseo Campus.

Possession and Consumption of Alcoholic Beverages for Persons 21 Years of Age and Over

Persons 21 years of age and over may possess alcoholic beverages in their own residence hall rooms or in the rooms of other residents who are at least 21 years of age.

1. Persons 21 years of age and over may possess/consume alcoholic beverages only in their own residence hall rooms, in the rooms of other residents who are at least 21 years of age, or at events where alcohol is serviced/catered by CAS (Campus Auxiliary Services, Inc.), in accordance with New York State Law and College Policy.

2. In the residence halls, alcoholic beverages are prohibited in main lounges, recreation rooms, floor lounges, hall corridors, laundry rooms, and any other area that is not a private student room.

3. Since alcoholic beverages are approved only for private, individual consumption by those 21 years of age and over, beer balls, kegs, or other large quantity containers are prohibited on campus (unless at an event where alcohol is serviced/catered by CAS). University Police may confiscate the foregoing items (empty or full) and accessories (e.g., taps–if they are being used) for disposal, return, and/or removal off-campus. As a health and safety consideration, the Vice President for Student and Campus Life reserves the right to ban beer bottles from campus.

4. The College does not sponsor nor approve any residence hall function where alcohol is served or consumed.

5. As a health and safety consideration, returnable cans or bottles should be redeemed immediately and should not be stored in a residence hall room, a closet, or under a bed, etc. If conditions warrant, residents will be required to remove offensive materials.

6. Organizations are discouraged from planning events that have as their primary focus the serving/sale of alcoholic beverages.

7. Drinking games or contests that involve alcohol consumption are prohibited.

8. Advertising on campus of events or activities which promote the use of alcoholic beverages and/or illicit drugs is prohibited.

9. The possession and/or consumption of alcoholic beverages by participants in or spectators at any intercollegiate, intramural, or club sport event is expressly prohibited.

Student Conduct

1. Each student is responsible for his/her own conduct and the conduct of his/her invited visitor(s). Individuals and groups may be held liable in campus conduct action in addition to civil and/or criminal proceedings for incidents related to the service/use of alcohol.

2. Improper conduct in violation of the 鈥淪tudent Code of Conduct鈥� will be addressed by the College staff.

3. The claim of being under the influence of alcoholic beverages or other illicit drugs will not be accepted as an excuse for misconduct. Any misconduct, as defined by the 鈥淪tudent Code of Conduct,鈥� involving alcoholic beverages will be referred to the appropriate office for review and action.

Summary of New York State Laws Governing Alcohol

Under New York State Law, it is illegal:

1. to sell alcohol, including charging admission (or accepting donations) at the door of an event where alcohol is distributed free of charge, without an alcohol control license. Further, you cannot sell, deliver, give away or cause or permit or procure to be sold, delivered or given away any alcoholic beverages to any person, actually or apparently under the age of 21 years of age (parents or guardians may serve alcohol to their children in the privacy of their own home) or to any visibly intoxicated person (ABC Law Sec. 65, Penal Law 260.20 (2));

2. for any person to misrepresent the age of a person under the age of 21 for the purpose of inducing the sale of any alcoholic beverage to such person. That is, a person over 21 cannot buy/procure alcohol for a person under 21. A person convicted of a first offense shall be punished by a fine of not more than $200.00, or by imprisonment for not more than five days, or by both fine and imprisonment (ABC Law Sec. 65a);

3. for a person under the age of 21 to misrepresent  age, or to use false identification for the purpose of buying or otherwise obtaining alcohol. Persons under the age of 21 who present falsified or fraudulently altered proof of age for the purpose of purchasing or attempting to purchase alcoholic beverages are guilty of a violation, punishable by a fine of up to $100.00 and/or a community service requirement of up to 30 hours (first violation); punishable by a fine of not less than $50.00 nor more than three hundred fifty dollars and/or an appropriate amount of community service not to exceed thirty hours, and the completion of an alcohol awareness program (second violation); punishable by a fine of not less than fifty dollars nor more than seven hundred fifty dollars and/or an appropriate amount of community service not to exceed thirty hours, and an evaluation by an appropriate agency certified or licensed by the office of alcoholism and substance abuse services (third or more violations). The Alcoholic Beverage Control Law now requires sellers of alcoholic beverages to demand a driver鈥檚 license, passport, or armed services ID card, rather than any other form of identification, as evidence of age. Alteration of one of the required forms of official ID may constitute 鈥減ossession of a forged instrument…with intent to defraud,鈥� which is a class D felony under New York State penal law. If a New York State driver鈥檚 license is altered, the court may suspend the person鈥檚 license to drive a motor vehicle for three months (first violation); for six months (second violation); for one year or until the holder reaches the age of twenty-one, whichever is the greater period of time (third or more violations). Following the suspension, the person may then apply for and be issued a restricted license (ABC Law Sec. 65b);

4. for an underage person to possess any alcoholic beverage with the intent to consume. (Exceptions are provided for consumption in an instructional setting and in cases where the alcoholic beverage is provided by a parent or guardian.) Violators are subject to a fine of up to $50.00 per offense and/or completion of an alcohol awareness program established pursuant to section 19.25 of the mental hygiene law and/or an appropriate amount of community service, but are not subject to arrest (ABC Law Sec. 65c).

Under New York State civil law, a provider of alcohol to a person who becomes intoxicated and subsequently causes harm to another person(s) (in person, property, means of support or otherwise) may be liable for any damages or injuries caused by the intoxicated person. Any person, who is injured (in person, property, means of support or otherwise) by reason of the intoxication of any person under 21, may sue for damages against any person who knowingly caused such intoxication by unlawfully furnishing or procuring alcoholic beverages for such person with knowledge or cause to believe that such person was under the age of 21. Further, the law provides a right of recovery for injuries caused by the illegal sale of intoxicating liquor to any intoxicated person. (General Obligations Law, Section 11-100 & 11-101)

Summary of Village of Geneseo Codes Governing Alcohol

1. Carrying of open containers prohibited.

No person shall carry, transport or have in his possession with the intent to consume in any public place, other than permitted public places, any open, resealed or partly empty bottle, can, container or similar article containing an alcoholic beverage of any kind or description as defined by the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law.

2. Deposit of containers prohibited.

No person shall break, leave, discard or deposit in any manner any glass, bottle, glassware, crockery, can, or container of any kind, make or description in any public place other than in receptacles expressly for that purpose.

3. Penalties for offenses.

Any person who violates any provision of this chapter shall be guilty of an offense, as defined in the Penal Law of the State of New York, and shall, upon conviction thereof, be subject to a minimum fine of fifty dollars ($50) not to exceed two hundred fifty dollars ($250).

Summary of New York State Laws Governing Cannabis

1. “Smoking” means the burning of a lighted cigar, cigarette, pipe or any other matter or substance which contains cannabis including the use of an electronic smoking device that creates an aerosol or vapor.

2. “Cannabis” means all parts of the plant of the genus Cannabis, whether growing or not; the seeds thereof; the resin extracted from any part of the plant; and every compound, manufacture, salt, derivative, mixture, or preparation of the plant, its seeds or resin. It does not include the mature stalks of the plant, fiber produced from the stalks, oil or cake made from the seeds of the plant, any other compound, manufacture, salt, derivative, mixture, or preparation of the mature stalks (except the resin extracted therefrom), fiber, oil, or cake, or the sterilized seed of the plant which is incapable of germination. It does not include hemp, cannabinoid hemp or hemp extract as defined by this section or any drug products approved by the federal Food and Drug Administration.

3. Possessing, displaying, purchasing, obtaining, or transporting up to three ounces of cannabis and up to twenty-four grams of concentrated cannabis is lawful for persons 21 years of age or older.

4. No person may plant, cultivate, harvest, dry, process or possess more than three mature cannabis plants and three immature cannabis plants at any one time;

5. No person being under the age of twenty-one, may plant, cultivate, harvest, dry, process or possess cannabis plants.

(The State and Village information summarized here is not complete. See the New York State Alcoholic Beverage Control Law (specifically ABC Law Sec. 65, 65a, 65b, 65c, 65d), Penal Law 260.20(2), General Obligations Law, Section 11-100 & 11-101),NYS Cannabis Laws (, of the New York State Cannabis legislation), and  of the Geneseo (Village) Laws at the end of this document for full details.)

Drug-Free Schools Information

The State University of New York College at Geneseo certifies it is in compliance with Public Law 101-226, The Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act of 1989. To this end, the College has adopted and implemented a program to prevent the illicit use of drugs and the abuse of alcohol by students and employees.

As mandated by section 22 of Public Law 101-226, the College will distribute annually to its students and employees, the following information:

鈥� standards of conduct that clearly prohibit, at a minimum, the unlawful possession, use or distribution of drugs and alcohol by students and employees on College property or as any part of Geneseo鈥檚 activities;

鈥� a description of the applicable legal sanctions under local, New York State, and Federal law for unlawful possession, use or distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol;

鈥� a description of the health risks associated with the use of illicit drugs and the abuse of alcohol;

鈥� a description of any drug and alcohol counseling, treatment, or rehabilitation programs that are available to students and employees; and

鈥� a clear statement that Geneseo will impose sanctions on students and employees (consistent with local, New York State, and Federal law, and collective bargaining agreements) and a description of these sanctions, up to and including expulsion or termination of employment and referral for prosecution for violations of the standards of conduct. A disciplinary sanction may include the completion of an appropriate rehabilitation program.

In addition, the College will conduct a biennial review of its program to:

(a) determine its effectiveness and

(b) ensure that the sanctions developed by the College are consistently enforced.

I. Student Conduct

The rights and privileges exercised by any person are always a function of relationships with others. The College at Geneseo condemns the unlawful use, possession, or distribution of alcoholic beverages and/or drugs on College property or as any part of College sponsored activities. To this end, the College will enforce the Student Code of Conduct and take appropriate conduct action when violations occur. In addition, criminal action will be taken when appropriate.

Loss of privilege, specified conduct requirements, or separation from the College may be imposed on any student whose conduct on or off campus adversely affects the academic community, particularly as it shows failure to accept responsibility for the welfare of one鈥檚 self and other persons. Fundamental kinds of misconduct involving alcohol and other drugs which may lead to conduct action, including suspension or dismissal from the College, are as follows:

鈥� Illegal use, sale, distribution, manufacturing, or possession of alcohol, intoxicants, or drugs (including but not limited to controlled substances and prescription medication). Participation of a student in any incident, accident, or personal injury that is related to the use by that student of any alcohol, intoxicant, or drug. (黑料网 Student Code of Conduct鈥擭o. 8).

鈥� Use or possession of open containers of alcoholic beverages on campus other than at approved locations and events, or in accordance with the 黑料网 Policy on Alcohol and Illicit Drugs is prohibited. Containers of alcoholic beverages found on campus which are not in compliance with approved college policies will be confiscated and/or destroyed by a University Police Officer. (黑料网 Student Code of Conduct鈥擭o. 9.).

II. Employee Conduct

Compliance with the provisions of the College鈥檚 drug and alcohol policies Alcohol and Substance Abuse in the Workplace is a condition of employment subject to criminal charges and/or disciplinary action under the various negotiated agreements, including satisfactory completion of an approved drug or alcohol rehabilitation program.

Student employees are subject to discipline up to and including termination of employment and referral for discipline in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct, or corrective action as the College deems appropriate, including satisfactory completion of an approved drug or alcohol rehabilitation program.

III. Local, State and Federal Laws 

See Alcohol and Other Drugs Section, Village of Geneseo Codes, New York State Laws

IV. Health Risks

Alcohol

You may drink alcohol occasionally. Or, like others, you may drink moderate amounts of alcohol on a more regular basis. If you are a woman or someone over the age of 65, this means you have no more than one drink per day; if you are a man, this means you have no more than two drinks per day. Drinking at these levels usually is not associated with health risks and may help prevent certain forms of heart disease.

But did you know that even moderate drinking, under certain circumstances, can be risky? If you drink at more than moderate levels, you may be putting yourself at risk for serious problems with your health as well as problems with family, friends, and coworkers.

What Is a Drink?

A standard drink is:

路 One 12-ounce bottle of beer* or wine cooler or

路 One 5-ounce glass of wine or

路 1.5 ounces of 80-proof distilled spirits.

*Different beers have different alcohol content. Malt liquor has a higher alcohol content than most other brewed beverages.

Drinking and Driving

It may surprise you to learn that you don鈥檛 need to drink much alcohol before your driving ability is affected. For example, certain driving skills can be impaired by blood alcohol concentrations (BACs) as low as 0.02 percent. (The BAC refers to the amount of alcohol in the blood.) A 160-pound man will have a BAC of about 0.04 percent 1 hour after drinking two 12-ounce beers or two other standard drinks on an empty stomach (see 鈥淲hat Is a Drink?鈥�). And the more alcohol you drink, the more impaired your driving skills will be. Although most States set the BAC limit for adults who drive after drinking at 0.08 percent, driving skills are affected at much lower levels.

Interactions With Medications

Drinking alcohol while taking certain medications can cause problems. In fact, there are more than 150 medications that should not be mixed with alcohol. For example, if you are taking antihistamines for a cold or allergy and drink alcohol, the alcohol will increase the drowsiness that the medicine alone can cause, making driving or operating machinery even more dangerous. And if you are taking large doses of the painkiller acetaminophen (Tylenol庐) and drinking alcohol, you are risking serious liver damage. (See Appendix F: 鈥淒rugs and Alcohol Don鈥檛 Mix鈥�) Check with your doctor or pharmacist before drinking any amount of alcohol if you are taking any over-the-counter or prescription medicines.

Social and Legal Problems

The more heavily you drink, the greater the potential for problems at home, at work, with friends, and even with strangers. These problems may include:

鈥� Arguments with or separation from your spouse and other family members;

鈥� Strained relationships with coworkers;

鈥� Absence from or lateness to work with increasing frequency;

鈥� Loss of employment due to decreased productivity; and

鈥� Committing or being the victim of violence.

Alcohol-Related Birth Defects

If you are pregnant or trying to get pregnant, you should not drink alcohol. Drinking alcohol while you are pregnant can cause a range of birth defects, and children exposed to alcohol before birth can have lifelong learning and behavioral problems. The most serious problem that can be caused by drinking during pregnancy is fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS). Children born with FAS have severe physical, mental, and behavioral problems. Because scientists do not know exactly how much alcohol it takes to cause alcohol-related birth defects, it is best not to drink any alcohol during this time.

Long-Term Health Problems

Some problems, like those mentioned above, can occur after drinking over a relatively short period of time. But other problems – such as liver disease, heart disease, certain forms of cancer, and pancreatitis – often develop more gradually and may become evident only after many years of heavy drinking. Women may develop alcohol-related health problems sooner than men, and from drinking less alcohol than men. Because alcohol affects nearly every organ in the body, long-term heavy drinking increases the risk for many serious health problems.

Cannabis

Cannabis use may have a wide range of health effects on the body and brain. 黑料网 1 in 10 cannabis users may experience some form of addiction. For people who begin using before the age of 18, that number rises to 1 in 6. People who are addicted to cannabis may also be at a higher risk of other negative consequences of using the drug, such as problems with attention, memory, and learning. Some people who are addicted may need to use more and more to get the same high. It is also important to be aware that the amount of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) in cannabis (i.e., cannabis potency or strength) has increased over the past few decades. The higher the THC content, the stronger the effects on the brain. In addition, some methods of using cannabis (e.g., dabbing, edibles) may deliver very high levels of THC to the user.

In many cases, cannabis is smoked in the form of hand-rolled cigarettes (joints), in pipes or water pipes (bongs), in bowls, or in blunts鈥攅mptied cigars that have been partly or completely refilled with cannabis. Smoked cannabis, in any form, can harm lung tissues and cause scarring and damage to small blood vessels. Smoke from cannabis contains many of the same toxins, irritants, and carcinogens as tobacco smoke. Smoking cannabis can also lead to a greater risk of bronchitis, cough, and phlegm production. These symptoms generally improve when cannabis smokers quit.

Cannabis use, especially frequent (daily or near daily) use and use in high doses, can cause disorientation, and sometimes cause unpleasant thoughts or feelings of anxiety and paranoia. cannabis use is associated with temporary psychosis (not knowing what is real, hallucinations and paranoia) and long-lasting mental health challenges, including schizophrenia (a type of mental illness where people might see or hear things that aren鈥檛 really there).

Cannabis use has also been linked to depression and anxiety, and suicide among teens. However, it is not known whether this is a causal relationship or simply an association.

In 2021 New York State revised its cannabis laws. It is important to note that even though state law allows for cannabis to be consumed in New York, federal law prevents all consumption of cannabis, including medicinal use, on college campuses 鈥� including 黑料网.

Cocaine

Cocaine use has increased significantly over the past ten years. This white, powdery substance is typically snorted. Use can cause restlessness, irritability, insomnia, irregular heartbeat, and respiratory issues. A dangerous misconception is that combining cocaine and alcohol will balance out a stimulant (cocaine) with a depressant (alcohol). Using these substances in combination can cause the substances to mask the effects of the other, as a result, an individual may misjudge their level of intoxication or the amount they鈥檝e taken, use more of one or both substances, and potentially overdose. Additionally, the use of fentanyl as a cutting agent in most illicit substances now, dramatically increases the risk of a fentanyl overdose when using cocaine.

Fentanyl

Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid similar to morphine, but is 50 to 100 times more potent. The DEA reports that this white, powdery substance is mixed in with 7 out of 10 illicit pills, most commonly Adderall and Xanax. Only 2 mg of fentanyl is needed for a fatal dose. This is smaller than the end of a pencil tip. Fentanyl is being used as a cutting agent in nearly all street substances. Fentanyl works by binding to opioid receptors in the brain and spinal cord, and triggers the release of dopamine, which reduces the perception of pain. Mind-altering drugs may slow down or speed up the central nervous system and autonomic functions necessary for living, such as blood pressure, respiration, heart rate, and body temperature. High doses of fentanyl can cause life-threatening respiratory depression and cardiac arrest.

Symptoms of a fentanyl overdose include:

• Severe drowsiness
• Slow and shallow breathing
• Slow heartbeat
• Cold, clammy skin
• Pale face
• Nausea and vomiting
• Loss of consciousness
• Feeling faint, dizzy or confused leading to strange behavior
• Unresponsiveness

If you suspect someone has overdosed, the most important step to take is to call 911 so he or she can receive immediate medical attention. Once medical personnel arrive, they will administer naloxone (Narcan). Naloxone is a medicine that can treat an opioid overdose when given right away. It works by rapidly binding to opioid receptors and blocking the effects of opioid drugs. Naloxone is available as an injectable (needle) solution, a hand-held auto- injector (EVZIO庐), and a nasal spray (NARCAN庐 Nasal Spray). Narcan is also available in all AED boxes on campus. Training is offered through Student Health & Counseling.

MDMA

People who use MDMA usually take it as a capsule or tablet, though some swallow it in liquid form or snort the powder. The popular nickname Molly (slang for 鈥渕olecular鈥�) often refers to the supposedly 鈥減ure鈥� crystalline powder form of MDMA, usually sold in capsules. However, people who purchase powder or capsules sold as Molly often actually get other drugs such as synthetic cathinones (鈥渂ath salts鈥�) instead. Some people take MDMA in combination with other drugs such as alcohol or cannabis.

MDMA increases the activity of three brain chemicals:

• Dopamine鈥攑roduces increased energy/activity and acts in the reward system to reinforce behaviors
• Norepinephrine鈥攊ncreases heart rate and blood pressure, which are particularly risky for people with heart and blood vessel problems
• Serotonin鈥攁ffects mood, appetite, sleep, and other functions. It also triggers hormones that affect sexual arousal and trust. The release of large amounts of serotonin likely causes the emotional closeness, elevated mood, and empathy felt by those who use MDMA.

Other health effects include nausea, muscle cramping, involuntary teeth clenching, blurred vision, chills, and sweating. 

MDMA鈥檚 effects last about 3 to 6 hours, although many users take a second dose as the effects of the first dose begin to fade. Over the course of the week following moderate use of the drug, a person may experience irritability, impulsiveness and aggression, depression, sleep problems, anxiety, memory and attention problems, decreased appetite, and decreased interest in and pleasure from sex. It鈥檚 possible that some of these effects may be due to the combined use of MDMA with other drugs, especially cannabis. High doses of MDMA can affect the body鈥檚 ability to regulate temperature. This can lead to a spike in body temperature that can occasionally result in liver, kidney, or heart failure or even death.

Prescription Opioids

Prescription opioids used for pain relief are generally safe when taken for a short time and as prescribed by a doctor, but they can be misused.

Opioids bind to and activate opioid receptors on cells located in many areas of the brain, spinal cord, and other organs in the body, especially those involved in feelings of pain and pleasure. When opioids attach to these receptors, they block pain signals sent from the brain to the body and release large amounts of dopamine throughout the body. This release can strongly reinforce the act of taking the drug, making the user want to repeat the experience.

In the short term, opioids can relieve pain and make people feel relaxed and happy. However, opioids can also have harmful effects, including drowsiness, confusion, nausea, constipation, euphoria, and slowed breathing. Opioid misuse can cause slowed breathing, which can cause hypoxia, a condition that results when too little oxygen reaches the brain. Hypoxia can have short- and long-term psychological and neurological effects, including coma, permanent brain damage, or death. Researchers are also investigating the long-term effects of opioid addiction on the brain, including whether damage can be reversed.

People addicted to an opioid medication who stop using the drug can have severe withdrawal symptoms that begin as early as a few hours after the drug was last taken. These symptoms include muscle and bone pain, sleep problems, diarrhea and vomiting, cold flashes with goosebumps, uncontrollable leg movements, and severe cravings.

An opioid overdose occurs when a person uses enough of the drug to produce life-threatening symptoms or death. When people overdose on an opioid medication, their breathing often slows or stops. This can decrease the amount of oxygen that reaches the brain, which can result in coma, permanent brain damage, or death.

If you suspect someone has overdosed, the most important step to take is to call 911 so he or she can receive immediate medical attention. Once medical personnel arrive, they will administer naloxone (Narcan). Naloxone is a medicine that can treat an opioid overdose when given right away. It works by rapidly binding to opioid receptors and blocking the effects of opioid drugs. Naloxone is available as an injectable (needle) solution, a hand-held auto- injector (EVZIO庐), and a nasal spray (NARCAN庐 Nasal Spray). Narcan is also available in all AED boxes on campus. Training is offered through Student Health & Counseling.

From the National Institute on Drug Abuse, available at NIH website:

Specific Dangers from Drug Facilitated Sexual Assault Drugs

There are three specific drugs that are commonly utilized in drug facilitated sexual assault: 搁辞丑测辫苍辞濒庐, Ketamine, or GHB (Gamma Hydroxybutyric Acid).

搁辞丑测辫苍辞濒庐

搁辞丑测辫苍辞濒庐, also known as flunitrazepam, is not approved in the United States, although it is available for use as a prescription sleep aid in other countries. It is most commonly found as a tablet which is consumed by dissolving it in a drink or swallowing it. The possible short term health effects include drowsiness, sedation, sleep, amnesia, blackout; decreased anxiety; muscle relaxation, impaired reaction time and motor coordination; impaired mental functioning and judgment; confusion; aggression; excitability; slurred speech; headache; slowed breathing and heart rate. When combined with alcohol the possible health effects include severe sedation, unconsciousness, and slowed heart rate and breathing, which can lead to death. At this point the long-term health effects of 搁辞丑测辫苍辞濒庐 are still unknown. 搁辞丑测辫苍辞濒庐 can take between 36- 72 hours to leave the body.

GHB (Gamma Hydroxybutyric Acid)

GHB is a depressant approved for use in treatment of narcolepsy, and commonly goes by the other names of Goop, liquid ecstasy, and liquid X. It is most commonly found as a colorless liquid or white powder which is consumed through swallowing, often in combination with alcohol. The possible short term health effects include euphoria, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, confusion, memory loss, unconsciousness, slowed heart rate and breath, lower body temperature, seizures, coma, and death. In combination with alcohol the possible health effects include nausea, problems with breathing, and greatly increased depressant effects. At this point in time the long-time effects of GHB are unknown. GHB, unlike Rohypnol, leaves the body between 10-12 hours after consumption.

Ketamine

Ketamine is a dissociative drug used as a surgical anesthetic, an anesthetic in veterinary practice, and as a prescription for treatment resistant depression under strict medical supervision. It is most commonly found in liquid or white powder and is consumed through swallowing, smoking, snorting, or injections. The possible short term health effects include problems with attention, learning, and memory; dreamlike states, hallucinations; sedation; confusion; loss of memory; raised blood pressure, unconsciousness; and dangerously slowed breathing. If ketamine is consumed with alcohol there is a risk of adverse effects. The possible health effects associated with long term use include ulcers and pain in the bladder; kidney problems; stomach pain; depression; and poor memory.

If an individual believes they or a friend have consumed 搁辞丑测辫苍辞濒庐, GHB, or Ketamine they should visit a local healthcare facility that can care for survivors of sexual assault and provide a forensic exam. While receiving care the individual who has ingested the drug can request the hospital to take a urine sample for drug toxicology testing, if the individual cannot immediately go to a hospital they should save their urine in a clean, sealable container as soon as possible, and place it in the refrigerator or freezer for future toxicology testing.

From the National Institute on Drug Abuse, available at NIH website:

• https://www.drugabuse.gov/drug-topics/commonly-used-drugs-charts#rohypnol-reg- flunitrazepam
• https://www.drugabuse.gov/drug-topics/commonly-used-drugs-charts#ghb
• https://www.drugabuse.gov/drug-topics/commonly-used-drugs-charts#ketamine

Warning Signs 

The following are some warning signs which may indicate a problem with alcohol and/or other drugs:

• getting drunk or high on drugs on a regular basis
• lying about how much alcohol or other drugs he or she is using
• avoiding others in order to get drunk or high
• giving up activities he or she used to do, such as sports, homework just to use drugs or drink
• planning drinking or using drugs in advance, hiding alcohol and drugs, drinking or using other drugs alone
• having to drink more or use higher amounts of drugs to get the same high
• believing that in order to have fun you need to drink or use other drugs
• frequent hangovers
• pressuring others to drink or use other drugs
• taking risks, including sexual risks or drinking and driving
• having “blackouts” or memory lapses
• feeling run-down and sick, hopeless, depressed, or even suicidal
• sounding selfish and not caring about others
• constantly talking about drinking or using other drugs
• getting in trouble with the law and or campus authorities
• suspension from school for an alcohol or other drug-related incident

The time element also varies, and some drugs remain in the system for as long as several days.

Services

Health and Counseling offers a wide range of services for students who are concerned about alcohol and other drugs. These services include:

Addiction Evaluations 鈥� Students may be seen by a therapist for an evaluation of their alcohol/drug use and related problems. Evaluations include recommendations for further assessment, treatment, and education as indicated. Students can schedule an alcohol evaluation by calling Counseling Services at 585-245-5736.

Addiction Counseling 鈥� Students may voluntarily participate in individual or group counseling to address issues related to their use of alcohol and other drugs. Students in need of substance abuse rehabilitation services are referred for treatment off-campus. Counseling Services does not provide mandated (including court-referred) treatment. Students can schedule a counseling appointment by calling Counseling Services at 585-245-5736.

Alcohol Screening 鈥� Students can complete an anonymous, on-line screening of their alcohol use by visiting . Students who complete the screening will receive recommendations based on their individual responses.

Cannabis Screening 鈥� Students can complete an anonymous, on-line screening of their cannabis use by visiting . Students who complete the screening will receive recommendations based on their individual responses.

In addition, Health & Counseling Services (585-245-5736) provides urgent and non-urgent care to students who have difficulties with alcohol and other drugs. Health and Counseling staff also have information about area treatment and support resources, including chapters of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), Narcotics Anonymous (NA), and SMART Recovery. Health and Counseling is located in the Lauderdale Health Center on University Drive.

VI. Biennial Review Committee

A Review Committee will be convened every two years to determine the effectiveness of the College鈥檚 Drug Free Schools Act compliance program and to recommend any changes, if necessary. In addition, the committee will review pertinent disciplinary actions and ensure that sanctions are enforced consistently.

The committee will be composed of:

• Conduct Coordinator (Chair)
• Associate Vice President for Human Resources
• Chief of University Police
• Dean of Students
• Director of Counseling 
• Health Director