The law requires that, as a condition of receiving federal funds, Washington University must certify that it has adopted and implemented a program to prohibit the unlawful possession, use or distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol by students and employees on its property or as part of any of its activities. Accordingly, Washington University has instituted this policy, which became effective on and after October 1, 1990. It is the goal of Washington University to protect the public health and environment of members of the University by promoting a drug-free environment. In accordance with the mandate of the federal legislation, the manufacture, distribution, possession or use of illicit drugs, and the unlawful possession, use or distribution of alcohol on Washington University property or as part of any of its activities is prohibited. Violations of the policy will be handled according to existing policies and procedures covering the conduct of administrators, faculty, students, and staff.
Federal legislation prohibits the unlawful possession, use or distribution of alcohol.
University policies limit the lawful use of alcohol to appropriate occasions. Undergraduate students should contact the Office of Student Affairs for standards governing student parties and student use and possession of alcohol. Graduate students should contact their Dean's office. Contact the Office of Human Resources on either campus for specific standards governing non-academic employees. The manufacture, possession, sale, distribution and use of illicit drugs is prohibited by city and county ordinance, state law and federal statute.