Washington State University (WSU) Drug-Free Schools and Campuses Regulations [EDGAR Part 86] Alcohol and Other Drug Prevention Certification

  1. As a requirement of these regulations, Washington State University is to disseminate and ensure receipt of the below policy and information to all students, staff, and faculty on an annual basis.  This process is formally conducted by: 
    Digital annual notifications sent directly to individual WSU email accounts by the WSU Student Affairs Communications department. 
  2. Ongoing annual digital notification on WSU websites by the WSU Student Affairs Communications department, including the Center for Community Standards, Human Resources, Athletics Student Athlete Handbook, New Coug Orientation, and Health Education, Office of the Dean of Students
  3. Annual Security and Fire Report: Annual Security Reports are available to all enrolled students online (printed copies are available upon request), and each year’s publication is communicated to all enrolled students via email. Ongoing digital distribution and print distribution in fall and spring semesters available to all enrolled students. Report contains a full description of WSU Alcohol and Drug policy information including aim of the policy, statement of enforcement, substance use and recovery support information, health risks associated with substance use, and WSU expectations for substance use.
  4. Digital copies of the WSU Drug and Alcohol Policy available to: All students, who enter the institution after the policy is distributed, via the Annual Security/Fire Report and via the Financial Aid Department 
    1. Students, who sign a housing contract with Residence Life for on-campus housing
    2. Students, who take classes online through Global Campus
    3. Graduate Students.
    4. Global Learning Programs: Presentation for students attending education abroad and mandatory online pre-departure orientation 

Below is information included in the annual and ongoing information sent to students, staff and faculty at Washington State University.  

Questions?

Questions about this policy or alcohol and other drug programs, interventions and policies may be directed to the Center for Community Standards.

    WSU Policies-Alcohol and Drugs

    The legal age for individuals to consume alcohol in the state of Washington is 21. Those who consume, possess or distribute alcohol while not of legal age (21) to do so will be in violation of the Standards and WSU’s Alcohol and Drug Policy. Prohibited alcohol and drug use is also defined in the Washington Administrative Code (WAC 504-26-211 and WAC 504-26-212). In addition, students of the legal age of 21 who choose to drink alcoholic beverages are expected to do so responsibly and according to the policies and regulations of their living environment (i.e., residence halls, Greek residences, campus apartments, etc.).

    • WSU Alcohol and Drug Policy
      Campus and local police will enforce all Washington State laws pertaining to drugs and alcohol, and the Center for Community Standards (CCS) will follow procedures outlined in Standards of Conduct for Students (WAC 504-26) when violations occur. Students of legal age who choose to drink alcoholic beverages are expected to do so responsibly and according to the policies and regulations of their living environment (i.e., residence halls, Greek residences, campus apartments, etc.). The WSU Alcohol and Drug Policy prohibits:
      • Distributing alcohol to anyone under the age of 21.
      • Drinking or possessing alcohol if under the age of 21.
      • Drinking or possessing alcohol and/or drugs (regardless of age) when prohibited at the location.
      • Using, manufacturing, or possessing drugs (marijuana, narcotics, or other controlled substance) and drug paraphernalia (pipes, bongs, scales, cigarette papers, etc.).
      • Drinking alcohol at a sponsored event on any University without an alcohol license or banquets permit.
      • Over-consuming alcohol or being intoxicated in public.

    • Federal Drug Free Campus Policy
      Use of marijuana and other controlled substances the use, possession, manufacture, or distribution of marijuana and other controlled substances anywhere on campus is prohibited by federal law and is a violation of the Standards of Conduct for Students. The Standards of Conduct may also apply to off campus behavior.
      Medical marijuana use is also prohibited on campus, including in campus housing. All questions regarding the reasonable accommodation of medical conditions, including conditions treated with medical marijuana, should be directed to the Access Center at 509-335-3417. Resources available:

    • Tobacco Free Campus Policy and Regulation
      Washington State University Pullman acknowledges the findings of the United States Surgeon General that tobacco use in any form, active and passive, is a significant health hazard. The university further recognizes that the United States Environmental Protection Agency classifies environmental tobacco smoke as a class A carcinogen. 
      Considering these health risks, and in support of a safe and healthy learning/working environment, WSU Pullman establishes the restrictions in this section, WAC 504-38-010, and WAC 504-38-030, otherwise collectively referred to as the WSU Pullman tobacco and nicotine use policy. Washington state law prohibits smoking in any WSU owned, leased, or rented public place or place of employment. All WSU campuses each restrict tobacco and nicotine use on respective campus. 
      Specifically, no smoking is permitted on the WSU Pullman campus including buildings, residence halls, and apartments. WSU Pullman’s campus policy in Washington Administrative Code (WAC) Chapter 504-38 prohibits all forms of tobacco and any nicotine-delivery devices, including electronic cigarettes or vaping devices, in or on WSU Pullman campus grounds and state-owned vehicles and equipment. This includes non-contiguous WSU-owned property located within the city limits of Pullman, WA and within Whitman County. 
      WSU employees, students and visitors are responsible for complying with Washington state law (RCW Chapter 70.160, Clean Indoor Air Act) and any applicable campus tobacco and nicotine use policy, referenced above. 

    • Athletic Event consumption or possession

      Alcoholic Beverages at Concerts or Athletic Events Consumption or possession of alcohol in public areas of any University-owned or controlled property is prohibited except when those who are 21 years of age or older are participating in a sponsored event for which there is an alcohol license or banquet permit.  

    Student and Employee Sanctions - Alcohol and Drugs

    • Student Sanctions

      Policies Specific to WSU Students: The WSU Police Department and local police enforce all Washington state laws pertaining to drugs and alcohol, and students may also be subject to disciplinary sanctions enforced by the Center for Community Standards (CCS). CCS will follow procedures outlined in Standards of Conduct for Students, WAC 504-26, when violations occur.

      • Underage students confronted by the institution for the consumption of alcohol will face disciplinary sanctions at the discretion of WSU and the Center for Community Standards conduct process. 
      • Students whose use of alcohol or drugs results in harm or the threat of harm to themselves or others, or to property, regardless of the location of the incident, may face disciplinary action by the University up to and including expulsion.  

    • Employee Sanctions

      The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession, or use of a controlled substance by employees on WSU premises, or while conducting WSU business off WSU premises, is prohibited. Violations of this prohibition by employees may result in the application of sanctions, including possible required participation in an approved drug abuse assistance or rehabilitation program, and disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment under applicable WSU Human Resources guidelines, regulations, policies, statues, employment contracts, or collective bargaining agreements. For substance use concerns, WSU Employees have access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health services, evaluation, and referral.

    Federal, State, and Local Laws - Alcohol and Drugs

    Below is a list of Federal, State and local laws that could be violated due to alcohol and drug use that violates WSU polices, this is not an exhaustive list and other laws may also apply.

    • Federal Laws

    • State of Washington Laws
      • Uniform Controlled Substances Act (69.50 RCW)
      • State of Washington Penalties for Drinking and Driving Under Age 21 (RCW 46.61.503)
      • State of Washington Physical Control of Vehicle Under the Influence and Penalties (RCW 46.61.504)
      • State of Washington Possession of useable marijuana (RCW 69.50.4013). Note: WSU enforces federal drug law and the Federal Drug Possession Penalties (21 USC 844)
      • State of Washington Statutory Provisions for Illegal Drugs Manufacture or Delivery of a controlled substance (RCW 69.50.401)
      • State of Washington Statutory Provisions for Sale, delivery, or possession of legend drug without prescription or order prohibited (RCW 69.41.030)

    • Local Laws
      • Health and safety regulations specific to WSU Pullman (WAC 504-38)
      • Alcohol Consumption in a Public Place (Chapter 5.55)

    • Listing of Substance Type, Amount, and Penalty

      Drug/Substance

      Amount

      Penalty - 1st Conviction

      Barbiturates

      Any amount

      Up to 5 years prison. Fine up to $250,000.

      Cocaine

      5 kgs. or more

      Not less than 5 yrs. prison, not more than 40 yrs. Fine up to $2 million.

      Less than 100 grams

      10-63 months prison. Fine up to $1 million.

      Crack Cocaine

      50 grams or more

      Not less than 10 yrs. prison, not more than life. Fine up to $4 million.

      5-49 grams

      Not less than 5 yrs., prison, not more than 40 yrs. Fine up to $2 million.

      5 grams or less

      10-63 months prison. Fine up to $1 million.

      Ecstasy

      Any amount

      Up to 20 years imprisonment. Fine up to $1 million. 3 years of supervised releases (following prison).

      GHB

      Any amount

      Up to 20 years imprisonment. Fine up to $1 million. 3 years of supervised releases (following prison).

      Hashish

      10-100 kg

      Up to 20 years imprisonment. Fine up to $1 million.

      10 kg or less

      Up to 5 years imprisonment. Fine up to $250,000.

      Hash Oil

      1-100 kg

      Up to 20 years imprisonment. Fine up to $1 million.

      1 kg or less

      Up to 5 years imprisonment. Fine up to $250,000.

      Heroin

      1 kg or more

      Not less than 10 years prison, not more than life. Fine up to $4 million.

      100-999 grams

      Not less than 5 yrs. prison, not more than 40 yrs. Fine up to $2 million.

      100 grams or less

      10-63 months prison. Fine up to $1 million.

      Ketamine

      Any amount

      Up to 5 yrs. imprisonment. Fine up to $250,000. 2 yrs., supervised release.

      LSD

      10 grams or more

      Not less than 10 years prison, not more than life. Fine up to $4 million.

      1-10 grams

      Not less than 5 yrs., prison, not more than 40 yrs. Fine up to $2 million.

      Marijuana

      1000 kg or more

      Not less than 10 years prison, not more than life. Fine up to $4 million.

      100-999 kg

      Not less than 5 yrs., prison, not more than 40 yrs. Fine up to $2 million.

      50-99 kg

      Up to 20 years imprisonment. Fine up to $1 million.

      50 kg or less

      Up to 5 years imprisonment. Fine up to $250,000.

      Methamphetamine

      50 grams or more

      Not less than 10 years prison, not more than life. Fine up to $4 million.

      10-49 grams

      Not less than 5 yrs., prison, not more than 40 yrs. Fine up to $2 million.

      10 grams or less

      10-21 months prison. Fine up to $1 million.

      Non-medical

      Prescription

      Any Amount

      Drug Use - Schedule III

      Not more than 10 yrs. If death or serious injury, not more than 15 yrs. Fine not more than $500,000 if an individual, $2.5 million if not an individual.

      Non-medical

      Prescription

      Any Amount

      Drug Use - Schedule IV

      Not more than 5 yrs. Fine not more than $250,000 if an individual, $1 million if not an individual.

      Non-medical

      Prescription

      Any Amount

      Drug Use - Schedule V

      Not more than 1 yr. Fine not more than $100,000 if an individual, $250,000 if not an individual.

      Rohypnol

      1 gram or more

      Up to 20 years imprisonment. Fine up to $1 million.

      less than 30 mgs

      Up to 5 years imprisonment. Fine up to $250,000.

    Health Risks of Commonly Abused Substances

    • Alcohol

      Short Term Effects: slurred speech, drowsiness, headaches, impaired judgment, decreased perception and coordination, distorted vision and hearing, vomiting, breathing difficulties, unconsciousness, coma, blackouts.

      Long Term Effects: toxic psychosis, physical dependence, neurological and liver damage, fetal alcohol syndrome, vitamin B1 deficiency, sexual problems, cancer, physical dependence.

    • Amphetamines

      Nicknames/Slang Terms: uppers, speed, meth, crack, crystal, ice, pep pills.

      Short Term Effects: increased heart rate, increased blood pressure, dry mouth, loss of appetite, restlessness, irritability, anxiety.

      Long Term Effects: toxic psychosis, physical dependence, neurological and liver damage, fetal alcohol syndrome, vitamin B1 deficiency, sexual problems, cancer, physical dependence.

    • Barbiturates and Tranquilizers

      Nicknames/Slang Terms: barbs, bluebirds, blues, yellow jackets, red devils, roofies, rohypnol, ruffies, tranqs, mickey, flying v’s.

      Short Term Effects: slurred speech, muscle relaxation, dizziness, decrease motor control.

      Long Term Effects: severe withdrawal symptoms, possible convulsions, toxic psychosis, depression, physical dependence.

    • Cocaine

      Nicknames/Slang Terms: coke, crack, snow, powder, blow, rock.

      Short Term Effects: loss of appetite, increased blood pressure and heart rate, contracted blood vessels, nausea, hyper-stimulation anxiety, paranoia, increased hostility, increased rate of breathing, muscle spasms and convulsions, dilated pupils, disturbed sleep.

      Long Term Effects: depression, weight loss, high blood pressure, seizure, heart attack, stroke, hypertension, hallucinations, psychosis, chronic cough, nasal passage injury, kidney, liver and lung damage.

    • Gamma Hydroxy Butyrate

      Nicknames/Slang Terms: GHB, liquid B, liquid X, liquid ecstasy, G, Georgia homebody, grievous bodily harm.

      Short Term Effects: euphoria, decreased inhibitions, drowsiness, sleep, decreased body temperature, decreased heart rate, decreased blood pressure.

      Long Term Effects: memory loss, depression, severe withdrawal symptoms, physical dependence, psychological dependence.

    • Heroin

      Nicknames/Slang Terms: H, junk, smack, horse, skag.

      Short Term Effects: euphoria, flushing of the skin, dry mouth, “heavy” arms and legs, slowed breathing, muscular weakness.

      Long Term Effects: constipation, loss of appetite, lethargy, weakening of the immune system, respiratory (breathing) illnesses, muscular weakness, partial paralysis, coma, physical dependence, psychological dependence.

    • Ketamine

      Nicknames/Slang Terms: K, super K, special K.

      Short Term Effects: dream-like states, hallucinations, impaired attention and memory, delirium, impaired motor function, high blood pressure, depression.

      Long Term Effects: urinary tract & bladder problems, abdominal pain, major convulsions, muscle rigidity, increased confusion, increased depression, physical dependence, psych dependence.

    • LSD

      Nicknames/Slang Terms: acid, stamps, dots, blotter, A-bombs.

      Short Term Effects: dilated pupils, change in body temperature, blood pressure and heart rate, sweating, chills, loss of appetite, decreased sleep, tremors, changes in visual acuity, mood changes.

      Long Term Effects: may intensify existing psychosis, panic reactions, can interfere with psychological adjustment and social functioning, insomnia, physical dependence, psychological dependence.

    • MDMA

      Nicknames/Slang Terms: ecstasy, XTC, adam, X, rolls, pills.

      Short Term Effects: impaired judgment, confusion, confusion, blurred vision, teeth clenching, depression, anxiety, paranoia, sleep problems, muscle tension.

      Long Term Effects: same as LSD as well as sleeplessness, nausea, confusion, increased blood pressure, sweating, depression, anxiety, memory loss, kidney failure, cardiovascular problems, convulsions, death, physical dependence, psychological dependence.

    • Marijuana/Cannabis

      Nicknames/Slang Terms: pot, grass, dope, weed, joint, bud, reefer, doobie, roach.

      Short Term Effects: sensory distortion, poor coordination of movement, slowed reaction time, panic, anxiety.

      Long Term Effects: bronchitis, conjunctivas, lethargy, shortened attention span, suppressed immune system, personality changes, cancer, psychological dependence, physical dependence possible.

    • Mescaline

      Nicknames/Slang Terms: peyote cactus.

      Short Term Effects: nausea, vomiting, anxiety, delirium, hallucinations, increased heart rate, blood pressure, and body temperature.

      Long Term Effects: lasting physical and mental trauma, intensified existing psychosis, psychological dependence.

    • Morphine/Opiates

      Nicknames/Slang Terms: M, morf, duramorph, Miss Emma, monkey, roxanol, white stuff.

      Short Term Effects: euphoria, increased body temperature, dry mouth, “heavy” feeling in arms and legs.

      Long Term Effects: constipation, loss of appetite, collapsed veins, heart infections, liver disease, depressed respiration, pneumonia and other pulmonary complications, physical dependence, psychological dependence.

    • PCP

      Nicknames/Slang Terms: crystal, tea, angel dust, embalming fluid, killer weed, rocket fuel, supergrass, wack, ozone.

      Short Term Effects: shallow breathing, flushing, profuse sweating, numbness in arms and legs, decreased muscular coordination, nausea, vomiting, blurred vision, delusions, paranoia, disordered thinking.

      Long Term Effects: memory loss, difficulties with speech and thinking, depression, weight loss, psychotic behavior, violent acts, psychosis, physical dependence, psychological dependence.

    • Psilocybin

      Nicknames/Slang Terms: mushrooms, magic mushrooms, shrooms, caps, psilocybin, and psilocyn.

      Short Term Effects: nausea, distorted perceptions, nervousness, paranoia.

      Long Term Effects: confusion, memory loss, shortened attention span, flashbacks may intensify existing psychosis.

    • Steroids

      Nicknames/Slang Terms: roids, juice.

      Short Term Effects: increased lean muscle mass, increased strength, acne, oily skin, excess hair growth, high blood pressure.

      Long Term Effects: cholesterol imbalance, anger management problems, masculinization of women, breast enlargement in men, premature fusion of long bones preventing attainment of normal height, atrophy of reproductive organs, impotence, reduced fertility, stroke, hypertension, congestive heart failure, liver damage, psychological dependence.

    WSU Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention Program (DAAPP)

    Help is available both on the WSU campus and within the community for students and staff members who want to reduce the harms of substance use, who are dependent on, or who abuse the use of alcohol or other drugs. 

    WSU Cougar Health Services (Medical Clinic and Counseling and Psychological Services), Health Education and the WSU Employee Assistance Program and other off-campus professional agencies will maintain the confidentiality of persons seeking help for personal dependency and will not report them to institutional or state authorities. 

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