| University
of Central Florida has established standards of conduct concerning
the possession, sale, serving, and consumption of alcoholic beverages
and drugs on the UCF campus. These policies and rules reflect a
concern for the health and safety of the campus community and apply
to University faculty, student, staff, visitors, and guests.
State for Florida statutes declare that it is unlawful for any person
under 21 years of age to possess or consume alcoholic beverages.
Consequently, no one under the legal drinking age may consume, distribute
or possess alcohol on University properties or as part of any University
activity.
It is unlawful to sell, give, serve or permit alcoholic beverages
to be served to anyone under 21 yeas of age. Furthermore, servers
can be held civilly liable for damage to whom they beverage.
It is unlawful to be under the influence of, use, possess, distribute,
sell, offer, or agree to sell, or represent to sell narcotics, hallucinogens,
dangerous drugs, or controlled substances, except as where permitted
by prescription or law.
Violations of these laws are dealt with both through the criminal
courts and though the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities.
Students found liable are subject not only to criminal prosecution
but to administrative sanctions, including permanent expulsion from
the University.
Program
and Treatment Referral
REACH
Peer Education provides a variety of interactive programs that encourage
low-risk and responsible decision-making, concerning college health
issues. Interactive workshops are available to student organizations,
residence life and classes on and off campus. ADAPT, a mandatory
class for students who violate the substance abuse policy, is available
to students who's drinking or drug use may have become a problem.
The REACH Peer Education office also has a variety of pamphlets,
brochures, interactive CDROM programs and videos available to students
regarding college health issues. Peer Educators serve as role models
and act as referral guides for on and off campus health related
agencies.
Protect
Yourself from Date Rape Drugs
Never leave your drink unattended. Because they are colorless, date
rape drugs can be slipped into any type of beverage.
Do not accept drinks from anyone but a bartender or server.
Try to attend bars or parties with a group of friends, arranging
beforehand to watch each other's drinks.
If you think your drink has been tampered with, seek medical attention
immediately and request the hospital conduct toxicology testing. |