Drug and Alcohol Awareness and Prevention
Lanier Technical College is committed to maintaining an alcohol- and drug-free campus and workplace. All students, employees, and members of the college community share responsibility for supporting a safe, healthy, and productive learning environment.
LTC complies with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act, the State of Georgia’s Drug-Free Postsecondary Education Act of 1990, and all applicable local, state, and federal laws.
Standards of Conduct
Drugs, Alcohol and Other Substances - Substances referred to under this policy include all illegal drugs, alcoholic beverages, and misused legal drugs (both prescription and over-the-counter).
- Alcohol: Students must comply with all state and federal laws regulating alcohol as well as TCSG Policy ll.C.6, Alcohol on Campus. Alcoholic Beverages may not be served or sold at any Student sponsored function. Students being in a state of intoxication on Technical College Premises or at Technical College-sponsored or supervised functions (including off-campus functions), internships, externships, practicum, clinical sites, co-operative or academic sponsored programs or activities or in a technical college-owned vehicle is prohibited.
- Controlled substances, illegal drugs and drug paraphernalia: The Technical College prohibits possession, use, sale, or distribution of any controlled substance, illegal drugs, or drug paraphernalia except as expressly permitted by law. Any influence which may be attributed to the use of drugs or of alcoholic beverages shall not in any way limit the responsibility of the individual for the conduct or consequences of his/her actions.
- Food: The Technical College prohibits eating and/or drinking in classrooms, shops, and labs or other unauthorized areas on Technical College Premises, unless otherwise permitted by Technical College Officials.
- Tobacco: The Technical College prohibits smoking, or using other forms of tobacco products in classrooms, shops, and labs or other unauthorized areas on Technical College Premises. Refer to the Lanier Technical College Tobacco Policy.
Disciplinary Actions
Appropriate action will be taken in all cases in which students, faculty or staff are determined to be in violation of the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act Amendments of 1984, as implemented by college policy. Any alleged violation of the acts, as implemented by this policy, by a student of the College will be reported through appropriate faculty or administrative channels to include campus police. The circumstances surrounding the offense and the facts as determined by appropriate investigation will be fully reviewed prior to a decision on the action taken through the Behavioral Intervention Team and/or VP of Student Affairs or his/her designee. Possible disciplinary sanctions for failure to comply with the provisions of this policy may include one or a combination of the following:
- Warning
- Reprimand
- Probation
- Suspension for up to one year
- Referral for prosecution
- Expulsion
- Other appropriate disciplinary action(s)
The Technical College shall notify the appropriate state/federal funding agency within 10 days after receiving notice of the conviction from the student or otherwise after receiving the actual notice of conviction.
Within 30 days of notification of conviction, the Technical College shall with respect to any student so convicted:
- Take additional appropriate action against such student up to and including expulsion as it deems necessary following investigation and review.
- Provide such student with a description of any local or community drug or alcohol treatment facilities, counseling, rehabilitation, or re-entry programs that are available for such purposes and may be mandated by a federal, state or local health, law enforcement, or other appropriate agency.
Legal Consequences
Any student found to have committed drug and/or alcohol misconduct is subject to disciplinary sanctions by the college if the student is found in violation per the published Student Code of Conduct. In addition, allegations of drug and/or alcohol violations may include investigation and possible prosecution by local, state, or federal laws.
Risks of Use
Support & Resources
Uwill is Lanier Technical College’s Student Assistance Program. The services are free for students to utilize and offers immediate access to:
- Teletherapy- Students choose a therapist based on preferences including availability, issue, gender, language, and ethnicity. Also, students can choose a time that fits their schedule with day, night, and weekend availability.
- Direct Crisis Connection- Help is available 24/7/365 by calling 833-646-1526.
- Wellness options such as yoga, meditation, mindfulness, and more.
To take advantage of Uwill, visit https://app.uwill.com/ and create a profile.
Student Resource Fair is an annual event that brings in community providers for wellness, drug and alcohol prevention and rehabilitation programs. To be conducted during Fall Semester.
Annual Notification to Students email sent providing information about the following: The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act; Annual Security Report; Student Right-to-Know; LTC Response to Sexual and Gender Violence; Anti-Hazing Policy; Counseling; Drug & Alcohol Use Policy & Prevention; Know Your Title IX Rights.
The following organizations and resources may provide assistance related to substance abuse, addiction recovery, crisis intervention, and mental health support.
| Resources |
Contact Information |
| Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) |
www.aa.org |
| Narcotics Anonymous (NA)Narcotics Anonymous (NA) |
www.na.org |
| Al-Anon Family Groups |
888-425-2666 |
| SAMHSA National Helpline |
800-662-4357 |
| Georgia Crisis & Access Line (GCAL) |
800-715-4225 |
| 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline |
Call or text 988 |
Emergency Help
- Call Campus Police at (678) 410-4139
- Dial 911 for life threatening situations
- Stay with the person until help arrives
Conclusion
The laws of the state of Georgia and the policies of the Technical College System of Georgia prohibit the use, possession, consumption, sale, distribution, and unlawful manufacture of illegal drugs, narcotics or controlled substances on LTC's campuses, while conducting College business or as part of College sponsored activities or events. By keeping our Campus Community apprised and informed of current laws and policies, as well as the effects of drugs on social and physical health, LTC continues its commitment in cultivating a secure environment for our students, staff, and visitors.