We are required to inform students, faculty and staff of the Comprehensive Substance Abuse Prevention Program. In compliance with the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act, Otterbein College is also required to inform students, faculty and staff of the standards of conduct and provide a description of the applicable legal sanctions under local, state, and federal laws for the unlawful possession, use or distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol. Otterbein College is committed to maintaining an environment of teaching and learning, which is free of illicit drugs and alcohol. Statements of College policies against the use of illegal drugs and abuse of alcohol, including sanctions against violations, may be found in the Otterbein College Bulletin and in the Otterbein Campus Life Handbook . Students and employees who are found to be in violation of this stated prohibition may be subject to arrest and conviction under the applicable criminal laws of the City of Westerville, the State of Ohio or the United States.
Conviction can result in sanctions, including probation, fines, and imprisonment.
Students who are found to be in violation of this stated prohibition are subject to discipline in accordance with the requirements and procedures of the Campus Life Handbook . Discipline may include disciplinary probation, educational programming, or dismissal from the College. Faculty and staff employees who are found to be in violation of this stated prohibition are subject to discipline in accordance with the applicable College employment rules and procedures. Discipline may include suspension or termination of employment. Alcoholism is a serious illness that left untreated will eventually cause premature death.