Alcohol and Illegal Drugs Policy

ArtCenter is committed to providing its students, faculty and staff with an environment that promotes safe and responsible social interaction, and is required by law to provide you with our written policies on these issues.

ArtCenter’s concern over the illicit use and the abuse of alcohol and drugs results from the serious health hazards caused by substance abuse; the potential legal penalties for those convicted of unlawful use, possession or distribution of these substances; and the ways in which alcohol and drugs adversely affect our campus environment. All members of the ArtCenter community should be familiar with and should adhere to ArtCenter’s Policy on Substance Abuse. Individuals are expected to take responsibility for their own conduct and to comply with state and federal laws, as well as with ArtCenter’s policies.

Federal and State Law

ArtCenter abides by federal and state laws regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol. It is a criminal offense:

1. To use, possess, cultivate, manufacture, sell or transfer illegal drugs, or to illegally use other drugs or prescriptions.
2. For any person under the age of 21 to consume, purchase or possess alcohol.
3. To provide any alcoholic beverage to a person under the age of 21.
4. To provide any alcoholic beverage to an obviously intoxicated person.
5. To be under the influence of alcohol in a public place and unable to exercise care for one’s own safety or that of others.
6. To operate equipment or vehicles after consuming alcohol or drugs.
7. To use false evidence of age and identity to purchase alcohol, or to have such false evidence in one’s possession.

A student’s eligibility for federal financial aid may be suspended if the student is convicted, under federal or state law, of an offense involving the possession or sale of illegal drugs.

Controlled Substances and Alcohol

ArtCenter maintains a drug-free workplace and campus. Members of the ArtCenter community are expected to act lawfully with respect to the possession and consumption of alcoholic beverages. All members of the ArtCenter community, including students, are prohibited from working in a shop after having consumed alcohol. Consumption of alcoholic beverages on ArtCenter’s premises is not permitted, regardless of the drinker’s age, unless the event is registered.

Planning Student Events

ArtCenter recognizes that student events and campus activities are an important part of campus life. Student events must be done in collaboration with a relevant ArtCenter office. Alcohol cannot be served at ArtCenter student sponsored events.