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. By preventing the use of illegal drugs and the abuse of alcohol within the College community, the College hopes to create a more healthful environment in addition to complying with federal law. Anyone violating federal, state, or local laws relating to alcohol or drug use also risks fines and imprisonment. These packets are available from the dean of 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.