Policy Statement

The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession or use of a controlled substance and/or illegal drugs is prohibited in and on the University of the Virgin Islands' owned or controlled property.

The misuse or abuse of legal drugs, including alcohol, is prohibited.

Any University employee/student determined to have violated this policy shall be subject to disciplinary action for misconduct, which action may include termination or expulsion. No employee/student is to report to work/class while under the influence of illegal drugs or influence by the abuse of legal drugs.

Violation of these policies by any employee/student will be reason for evaluation/treatment for a drug use disorder or for disciplinary action up to and including termination or expulsion in accordance with University policies and procedures.

In order to comply with the Federal law, the University requires that an employee/student notify the employer (University) of any criminal drug statute conviction for a violation occurring in the workplace/classroom. The University will discipline any employee/student who is so convicted or require the employee's/student's satisfactory participation in a drug abuse assistance or rehabilitation program in accordance with University policies and procedures.