Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention Program
Morgan Community College ("College") is a state system community college governed by the State Board for Community Colleges and Occupational Education ("Board").
Board policy requires the college to comply with the Drug Free Schools and Communities Amendments of 1989 (PL 101-226 in Federal Law). In compliance, MCC has adopted and implemented a Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention Program that includes:
- Student Code of Conduct
- Legal sanctions for unlawful possession or distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol
- Health risks associated with the abuse of alcohol and the use of illicit drugs
- Referral Resource - Available counseling, treatment, and rehabilitation program
See State Board Drug Free Schools (BP 19-30) at https://www.cccs.edu/bp-19-30-drug-free-schools/
See System President's Procedure Drug Free Schools (SP 19-30) at https://www.cccs.edu/sp-19-30-drug-free-schools/
Student Code of Conduct
Students shall not engage in the unauthorized or unlawful manufacture, distribution, purchase, dispensation, possession, use/abuse of alcohol and/or illicit drugs on college property or as a part of any college activity. This includes the use, distribution, purchase or possession of "medical marijuana" which remains a violation in Federal law.
Legal Sanctions for Drug and Alcohol Use
There are legal sanctions for violation of the Student Code of Conduct. The possession, sale, and use of any illegal drug are strictly prohibited. The sale of alcoholic beverages is prohibited except in designated areas, at times and dates approved by MCC Administrators and licensed by the Colorado State Department of Revenue. Any violations will be immediately referred to local law enforcement agencies and are subject to criminal penalties under local, state or federal law. The penalty assessed depends upon the nature and severity of the individual offense.
MCC Sanctions
Students and/or employees who violate the above standards of conduct will be subject to disciplinary action under employee and student policies. The sanctions include, but are not limited to, a requirement to complete an appropriate rehabilitation or re-entry program; expulsion from college or termination of employment; and/or referral to authorities for prosecution.
Health Risks
There are many health risks associated with the use of alcohol and illegal drugs/substances. Health risks associated with drug and alcohol abuse include, but are not limited to, malnutrition, brain damage, heart disease, pancreatic disease, cirrhosis of the liver, mental illness, death, low birth rate babies, and babies with drug addictions.
Referrals for counseling, treatment, and rehabilitation programs are available through the community. Consult your local yellow pages for a listing of private and community-based programs.