Each institution of higher education constitute a unique community whose primary mission is education. Anything that inhibits teaching or learning within that community is contrary to that mission. The Board of Governors for Higher Education recognizes that alcohol and other drug abuse have become increasingly severe public health and safety problems, both in the wider society and on college and university campuses.
Research clearly show that learning is especially impaired by alcohol and other drug abuse.
The Board expects all college and university presidents and the commissioner to continue to make the elimination of alcohol and other drug abuse a top priority, either by maintaining dry campuses or by establishing an environment conducive to responsible, legal use. Policies should clearly state that illegal, irresponsible alcohol and other drug use on campus is not acceptable. Committed to the Elimination of Drug and Alcohol Abuse. Policies should stress education, prevention, treatment and the choice of healthy lifestyles. Preventative measures and dissemination programs should also be reviewed.