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 subject to a student disciplinary process. Violation of the laws concerning illegal drugs may lead to disciplinary action, including 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 selfrefer. 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 10-item screening tool developed by the World Health Organization (WHO) to assess alcohol consumption, drinking behaviors, and alcohol-related problems. Students with positive screening results receive referral information. HPAOD provides ongoing services throughout the academic year including alcohol and other drug workshops, training, and interactive activities for students at Kutztown University. Printed material, educational tools, and information are available at HPAOD Services. 23 Clinical Services, a part of Health & Wellness Services, provides Screening, Brief Intervention and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) to students. It is an evidence-based approach to identifying patients who use alcohol and other drugs at dangerous levels. The goal of SBIRT is to reduce and prevent health consequences, diseases, accidents, and injuries related to substance misuse. Students receive referrals to campus resources such as CASICS/BASICS, smoking cessation, sober curious information and Counseling and Psychological Services. Student Conduct issues disciplinary and educational sanctions for violations of alcohol and drug policies of the Student Code of Conduct. Educational sanctions may include mandatory participation in one or more of the following programs: Under the Influence, an online alcohol intervention program that examines alcohol use and the associated behavioral health issues; THC 101, an online intervention course addressing the effects of cannabis including mental health, dependence and legal issues; and motivational interviewing programs such CASICS or BASICS. Additionally, online and motivational interviewing programs also feature the use of the eCHECKUP TO GO, a personalized, evidencebased online prevention intervention tool. Abuse of alcohol and drugs can have a dramatic impact on professional, academic, and family life. Therefore, Kutztown University encourages members of the community who may be experiencing diffi culty with drugs or alcohol to attend programs or to contact one of the following: • KU Clinical Services (Beck Hall, health@kutztown. edu, (610) 683-4082, option 1, www.kutztown. edu/about-ku/ administrative-offices/health-andwellness-services.html): provides high quality, affordable care and resources to students. It offers a range of confidential health services to support medical and mental health needs. • Health Promotion and Alcohol and Other Drug Services (Beck Hall, cortez@kutztown.edu, (610) 683-4240, www.kutztown.edu/about-ku/ administrative-offi ces/health-and-wellness-services/ health-promotion-services.html). The department strives to enhance student success by fostering a healthy collegiate environment through the provision of interactive and cultivating experiences where students can raise their awareness of health and wellness through programs, services, and events that promote wellness, reduce harm, and support responsible decision-making practices. • Counseling Center (122 Beck Hall, cps@kutztown. edu, 610-683-4072, www.kutztown.edu/ about-ku/ administrative-offi ces/counseling-center.html): provides initial consultation, community referrals, and crisis intervention to all students. Students are offered short-term individual counseling (5-7 sessions) and group counseling if deemed clinically
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