Each year, in accordance with the 1989 Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act, Mount Holyoke must inform the campus community of its policy on drugs and alcohol. In addition to complying with federal law, the College hopes to create a more healthful environment by preventing the use of illegal drugs and abuse of alcohol within the College community. Anyone violating federal, state, or local laws relating to alcohol or drug use also risks fines and imprisonment. Individuals may obtain information packets, including the complete policy statement and disciplinary sanctions, a summary of local, state, and federal drug enforcement laws, a reference guide on the uses and effects of alcohol and other drugs, and a resource guide to area facilities offering counseling services. These packets are available from the dean of the faculty's office, the health center, the human resources department, and the Alcohol and Drug Awareness Project.
Copies are also on reserve at the library.
Specific rules and regulations governing alcohol consumption and violations of College policies are outlined in the student handbook, staff handbook, and the handbook of faculty legislation. College employees using these facilities must adhere to all policies and regulations surrounding the use of these facilities at Smith and Amherst. To gain access to the Smith facilities, employees must show their MHC ID card at the check-in center of the sports facility. This agreement is in effect until September 1.