Alcohol & Drug Policies

This section outlines four major alcohol and drug policies that Judicial Affairs enforces here at JMU. To see a more detailed specific lists of what alcohol or drug violations entail, please refer to the Student Handbook.


OFF-CAMPUS ADJUDICATION

Effective as of the Academic Year '99 - '00

BOTTOM LINE: Once a JMU student has been convicted of any felony or an alcohol/drug criminal violation in Harrisonburg/Rockingham County they will be subject to university disciplinary action.


PARENTAL NOTIFICATION

Started March 15, 1999

BOTTOM LINE: Parents to all students under the age of 21 will be notified of students' alcohol or drug violations after any first major or second minor violations.

Notification occurs through a letter from the Office of Judicial Affairs. In this letter, parents are encouraged to talk with their student first and then are referred the Judicial Affairs office for further clarification.

PHILOSOPHY: JMU is seeking to partner with the parent in helping students be successful at the university.


THREE STRIKES SANCTIONING

Effective as of the Academic Year '98 - '99

BOTTOM LINE: A student found responsible for three alcohol or drug violations may be suspended from the university.

For the first and second violations, a variety of sanctions may be used depending upon the individual needs of the student. For a description of all possible sanctions, review the Educational Programs section of our website.

PHILOSOPHY: JMU believes that all students with alcohol or drug problems should seek help.


SUPPLYING ALCOHOL TO MINORS

Effective as of the Academic Year 2009-10

Students found responsible for two "supplying alcohol to minors" violations may be suspended from the university.