2024 ANNUAL SECURITY REPORT 22 for record retention purposes. Alcohol, Drugs and Firearms ALCOHOL POLICY Pennsylvania law and Kutztown University’s alcohol policies govern the possession, use, distribution and sale of alcohol on campus or at University-sponsored programs. The enforcement of alcohol laws on campus is the responsibility of the Department of Public Safety. KU alcohol policies are enforced by Public Safety and the Dean of Students/Student Conduct. No persons regardless of age are permitted to possess, transport, sell or consume alcoholic beverages on campus, at any University-sponsored event or in any University-owned, University-leased, or Student Government Association (SGA) owned or SGA-leased vehicle being used to transport students to officially approved activities or events. Only under specific conditions and at certain activities is the consumption of alcohol permitted and only with the approval of the University President or his designee. (For the full Alcohol Policy, please visit https://app.kutztown.edu/policyregister/Policy/ST U-001 as published in the University Policy Register). Tailgating for sporting events in designated locations does not require special permission. However, all Commonwealth laws and University policies regarding the serving of alcohol must be followed. Under Pennsylvania law, it is unlawful to furnish alcohol to a person under the age of 21. It is also unlawful for anyone under 21 years of age to purchase, possess or consume alcohol. Individuals who violate alcohol laws may have charges filed against them with the Magisterial District Judge in Berks County and/or face University disciplinary action. DRUG POLICY Under Pennsylvania and federal law, it is unlawful to sell, furnish or use of any controlled substance (drugs) and violates the University’s drug policy. (For the full text of the policy, please visit www.kutztown.edu/thekey, page 18). The enforcement of drug laws on campus is the responsibility of the Department of Public Safety. KU drug policies are enforced by Public Safety and the Dean of Students/Student Conduct. Violators of the drug laws may have criminal charges filed against them with the Magisterial District Judge in Berks County and are subject to criminal prosecution under state and/or federal laws and/or face University disciplinary action. Students who violate the law as well as the alcohol or drug standards of the Student Code of Conduct are also subject to a student disciplinary process. Violation of the laws concerning illegal drugs may lead to disciplinary action, which may include suspension from the residence halls, revocation of other privileges, or suspension or expulsion from the university in order to protect the interests of the university and the rights and safety of others. DRUG AND ALCOHOL EDUCATION KU is committed to promoting the health and safety of its campus community through a program of alcohol education and the implementation of relevant policies. The University has developed a program to prevent the illicit use of drugs and the abuse of alcohol misuse by students and employees. The program provides drug use and abuse services including dissemination of informational materials, educational programs, counseling services, referrals, special interest housing for students who seek substance-free lifestyles and university disciplinary actions. The University provides alcohol & other drugs prevention programs. First-year students are encouraged to complete an online alcohol awareness training program. Health Promotion and Alcohol & Other Drug Services (HPAOD) provide Brief Alcohol Screening and Intervention for College Students (BASICS) and Cannabis Screening and Intervention for College Students (CASICS) for students referred by Student Conduct; students who are thinking of change can self-refer. BASICS/CASICS are two-session programs where students meet with a trained BASICS/CASICS facilitator in a non-judgmental environment to examine their use and how it impacts their lives. The HPAOD team also provides the Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test (AUDIT) for student organizations and campus screening days. AUDIT is a
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