As prescribed in the Student Disciplinary Code, students who are found to be in violation of the University's policies on the use of alcohol and other drugs may be subject to disciplinary sanctions. These sanctions may include suspension from the University for a stated period of time or expulsion from the University with no possibility of return. The University also reserves the right to notify the parents of students under the age of 21 who have violated the University's alcohol and other drug policies. Staff members of the Counseling Center are available for students and employees to talk about possible substance abuse problems and to make appropriate referrals. The Counseling Center will also provide similar assistance to Washburn faculty and staff.
Personnel are prepared to provide initial evaluation, referral and emergency medical support.
University Police provides emergency assistance and maintains a 24-hour phone line. SW Central Park Ave. Alcohol kills more people and causes more diseases and social problems than all the other drugs put together. Drinking can cause addiction, and it doesn't matter who you are or what you do for a living. Long-term, heavy drinking is linked to a range of health problems, including heart and liver disease, cancer, ulcers, pancreatitis, and stroke.