Drug-Free Policy
Policy Summary*
Hellenic American University recognizes that drug and alcohol abuse diminishes the integrity of the institution and erodes the strength and vitality of its human resources. It is the intent of the University to educate students and employees about the dangers of drug and alcohol abuse, and to discourage the illegal possession and distribution of drugs and alcohol.
It is the policy of the Hellenic American University that the unlawful manufacture, distribution, possession, use or abuse of alcohol and/or illicit drugs on the Hellenic American University campus or property owned or controlled by the University is strictly prohibited. All categories of employees and students are subject to this policy and to applicable federal and local laws related to this matter. Additionally, any violation of this policy may result in disciplinary actions.
Standards of Conduct
Hellenic American University employees and students are prohibited from engaging in the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession, use or being under the influence of illegal drugs or alcohol on the University campus, and at off-campus facilities owned or controlled by the University. At off-campus events, to the extent that off-campus activities are considered to be University activities, the standards of conduct (of the act) shall apply, and alcohol shall not be abused by those of the legal drinking age (18 years or older), nor used, possessed or distributed by those who have not attained legal drinking age (18 years or older).
Information & Sanctions
The University will impose appropriate sanction(s) on any employee or student who fails to comply with the terms of this policy. Violation of this policy will result in disciplinary action, including, but not limited to a warning, written reprimand, suspension (with or without pay), dismissal, expulsion, and/or mandatory participation and successful completion of a drug abuse assistance or rehabilitation program approved by an appropriate health or law enforcement agency.
Any University employee paid from U.S. federally funded grants or contracts, must notify the University of any criminal drug statute conviction for a violation occurring at the University or while engaged in University activities no later than five calendar days of the conviction.
Penalties, including fines and possible imprisonment are contingent upon local authorities’ decisions and law. The University will impose appropriate sanction(s) on any employee or student who fails to comply with the terms of this policy.
Non-Smoking Policy
Hellenic American University, as an educational institution in accordance with the Greek Laws (Health Law 76017; 82942; Law 3730; years 2002, 2003, 2009 respectively) prohibits smoking on campus. Consequently, HAUniv employees, students and visitors who wish to smoke will be able to do so only outside the buildings.
All University employees will be informed about the University’s Drug-Free policy upon being hired. Students will be informed during their orientation as well as through their student handbook.
* A full description of the policy is available upon request by authorized agencies.
