The regulations of the board and the rights of students appearing before the board are described in the Student Handbook . The trustees have delegated to various sectors of the College, including the Student Government Association and the Commons, extensive autonomy in the conduct of student affairs. The right of free speech and the open exchange of ideas and views is essential, especially in a learning environment, and Colby vigorously upholds these freedoms. Similarly, the College is committed to maintaining a community in which persons of all ethnic groups, religious affiliations, and nationalities are welcome. The College prohibits social fraternities and sororities.
Students are personally responsible for compliance.
The legal drinking age in Maine is 21. Any student found using or supplying illegal drugs, including steroids, or in possession of drug paraphernalia is subject to disciplinary action, including suspension or expulsion. The College wishes to help those who have substance abuse problems, and confidential counseling is available to those who will discuss treatment and participate in a treatment program. As a matter of College policy, all campus organizations and College-sponsored events are open to the full participation of all members of the Colby community without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, parental or marital status, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, or disability unrelated to job or course of study requirements. Exceptions to this policy may be granted, for compelling reasons only, by mutual agreement of the dean of faculty and the Academic Affairs Committee, or, in the case of student-sponsored events, by mutual agreement of the dean of faculty, the dean of students, and the College Affairs Committee.