As a GLBBS Employee and/or Student: All employees and students must be aware of (and comply with) the following standards of conduct regarding drugs and alcohol. GLBBS does not tolerate:
Prescription Medications
Any student who is taking a drug or medication prescribed by the student’s physician, which may adversely affect that student’s ability to perform work in a safe or productive manner, is required to report such use of medication to his/her instructor and the Admissions Advisor. This includes all medications which may possibly affect judgment, coordination, or any of the senses, including those which may cause drowsiness or dizziness. A doctor or dentist will determine whether the student can remain at school, and whether any work restrictions are necessary. The instructor may request such assistance as he/she desires in making the determination.
Health Risks
Short-term and long-term effects of drug use vary based on the specific drug type used. Therefore, the following acknowledgment of health risks associated with the illicit use of drugs and alcohol is a general list and not an extensive list of health risks:
School Sanctions and Penalties- Violations
A student found guilty of being under the influence of drugs, or possessing, or selling drugs or narcotics will be subject to immediate dismissal from the school. Any student who disregards the laws of the state regarding drinking as a minor is subject to disciplinary action including fines, or dismissal for repeated offenses. Depending on the severity of the violation, the student may be subject to the following sanctions for violation of school regulations:
Minors
A student of 21 years of age who purchases alcoholic beverages for minors, or who participates in any way, faces not only legal action from the state, but additional penalty from the school. The laws of the State of Michigan prohibit the sale of alcoholic beverages on any unlicensed premise. No alcohol may be offered for sale on any unlicensed portion of the campus, and no hidden fee (such as admissions charges, charges for food, etc.) may be used to hide or conceal a charge for alcoholic beverages.
Employee
An employee violating school rules will be subject to disciplinary action. Depending on the severity or frequency of violations, disciplinary action may include any one or more of the following:
Criminal Conviction
Any student or employee convicted of any criminal drug statute violation occurring while enrolled at GLBBS, during or after school hours, during or after work, or while engaged in the school’s business, must notify the President no later than (5) five days after such conviction.
Legal Sanctions
In addition to sanctions imposed by the school, drug and/or alcohol violations may be referred to the appropriate external authorities. This may result in arrest and conviction under applicable criminal laws of the United States, the State of Michigan, or local municipalities. Violations as those specified above may result in penalties ranging from fines through imprisonment.
Exceptions
GLBBS special events for annual fund raising or donor dinner/luncheons are exempt from the alcohol-free policy:
Available assistance treatment programs- Alcoholism and Drug Dependency
Alcoholism and Drug Dependency are defined as illnesses that may interfere with a student’s ability to perform assigned work satisfactorily, or that may adversely affect classroom behavior.
Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention
Students are encouraged to voluntarily seek expert assistance for alcoholism, alcohol abuse, or drug dependency. Assistance is available through a variety of professional resources in the community such as:
Drug Abuse Prevention Information
Help is only a phone call away:
Annual Notification
The school will annually provide a copy of this policy to all students and employees associated with the school.
Biennial Review
The school will conduct a biennial review of its drug and alcohol abuse prevention program to determine its effectiveness, implement changes to the program if they are needed, and will ensure that any disciplinary sanctions are consistently enforced. The review must determine the effectiveness of the sanctions on students and employees for violations of the standards of conduct (consistent with local, state, and federal law).