Additionally, Niagara is moving to establish a Center for Service-Learning and Voluntarism. Building on the success of Niagara s community service programs, this initiative would increase student leadership experiences that foster social responsibility, intellectual analysis, and ethical reasoning. The university's emphasis on responsible community living underlies its strict policies governing alcohol and substance use and abuse. Niagara is a member of the drug-free network under the Commission on Independent Colleges and Universities. Students receiving federal financial aid are required to certify that they have agreed not to engage in unlawful activities involving controlled substances.
Any student involved in misconduct while under the influence is referred for an assessment.
Likewise, a Credentialed Alcohol Counselor works with students suffering from potential or actual chemical dependencies. Each year, all residence halls are required to implement month-long programs. Resident Assistants are trained to identify potential problems and to make appropriate referrals. The Freshman Symposium and the annual health and wellness campus fairs also emphasize healthy, drug-free living. Conducts a critical assessment of character-building projects and activities Recent outcomes results show that 94 percent of student respondents believe that developing moral principles and a life of purpose, value, and meaning is integral to their Niagara education.