VCOM Institutional Policy and Procedure Manual

VCOM Policy and Procedure

Policy #U031

(including but not limited to cigarettes, cigars, pipes, smokeless tobacco, e-cigarettes, vaporizers, vape pens, hookahs, blunts, pipes, snuff, and any other tobacco or vape related product) on all property that is owned, leased, occupied, or controlled by VCOM. The use of these products are not permitted in VCOM facilities or on VCOM campuses, with the exception of an individual being allowed to use these products within their personal vehicle that must be a minimum of 150 feet from the facility. In addition, the sale of tobacco products, electronic nicotine delivery systems, and nicotine or non-nicotine vape products are prohibited on all property that is owned, leased, occupied, or controlled by VCOM. This includes the delivery of these products to the VCOM property by means of a delivery service of any kind. Further, the free distribution of these products on VCOM property is prohibited. VCOM and affiliated organizations are prohibited from accepting money or gifts from tobacco companies, directly or indirectly. This includes sponsorship of parties by tobacco companies, distribution of free, reduced, or full price tobacco products, or any promotional items. This does not apply to research funding. Tobacco-related advertising or sponsorship is not permitted on VCOM-managed property, including billboards or signage on campus and at VCOM-sponsored events or through the Associate Dean for Student Affairs (if a student) or through Human Resources (if an employee). VCOM uses a local laboratory for such services. VCOM provides confidential counseling free of charge on each VCOM Campus for students. Students are provided with information at the time of orientation and reminded yearly of the assistance. The Counselors from VCOM also hold many wellness programs for students and remind students of services available to them (health and counseling). VCOM also provides students information on self-screening to identify if a problem exists with alcohol, marijuana, and/or prescription drugs. These are supported by a private foundation and are free of charge: • Alcohol: https://app.screenu.org/screening/d014ad3f-5d98-4924-adf6 0fb596c9f119 • Marijuana: https://app.screenu.org/screening/bb164b41-e2f3-4e93-b777 a2d77c108619 • Prescription Drugs: https://app.screenu.org/screening/f781cfcf-2e57-4fc0-83e4 aa1eb91159d6 in publications produced by VCOM. 5.6 Alcohol and Drug Free Campus Drinking alcohol is not permitted on any VCOM campus or on any VCOM leased facility. This includes facilities, grounds, and any student housing. Use of any drugs other than those prescribed to the individual on campus is also not permitted. Students, faculty, and staff who appear intoxicated or under the influence of illegal drugs on campus may be required to submit to testing. When such testing occurs this will be done

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