The following policy statement was circulated to the student body by President Ladell Payne on January 6, 1982. Randolph-Macon College believes that the abuse of drugs by students is inconsistent with its educational objectives and may also violate the rights of other students. Accordingly, the College strongly condemns the abuse of drugs on campus. The College commits itself to an educational program concerning the use and abuse of drugs and offers counseling for students who may have drug-related problems. The College's Code of Student Conduct prohibits the use of illegal drugs anywhere on campus.
Students are responsible for their own actions as well as the actions of their guests.
The Dean of Students and the Judicial Board Chair will confer to determine the appropriate course of action. Students found guilty of violating the regulations pertaining to drug use on campus will be subject to disciplinary action under the Code of Student Conduct and the Housing Contract. The College Administration may take this action with or without the recommendation of the Judicial Board. Students should know that the College is required under the laws of the Commonwealth to report drug violations which may constitute felonies to the Commonwealth Attorney's Office.