UAF Alcohol and Drug Programatic Analysis and Review

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1 UAF Alcohol and Drug Programatic Analysis and Review Dean of Students Office December 2016 Dean of Students Office University of Alaska Fairbanks

2 Introduction The review of data from surveys collected through the EverFi AlcoholEdu program helps the university better understand how UAF students are affected by alcohol. The information was provided through data collected from 83 students who completed the training and compared to data collected nationally from students who completed the AlcoholEdu program. The purpose of this study is to assess the perceptions and use of alcohol by UAF students. Composite data from this study will be used to gain insight into beliefs, attitudes, perceptions, and behavior of college students in their use of alcohol. Data collected will be reviewed by the UAF Alcohol and Drug Committee and used for determining how to target student populations for prevention programming, designing social marketing and media advocacy campaigns, and assisting the impact of these prevention efforts. Additionally it will be used to develop strategic plan for future assessment and reporting. Alcohol Use 31% of our students have consumed no alcohol in the last year. 22% have reported having consumed 5 to 9 drinks for males and 4 to 7 drinks in females in the past 2 weeks. 6% of our students are considered problematic drinkers consuming 10+ drinks for men and 8+ drinks for women. This is 500% more than the national average. Over the course of 3 weeks the weekends are considered to be our peak drinking days. The most common places for students to use alcohol were at their own homes, bars and nightclubs, and off-campus residence. The most common reason for students not to drink alcohol was because they were going to be driving, have other things to do, and don t want to spend the money. Table 1. Alcohol Consumption Trends: Abstainer (Consumed no alcohol in the past year) Nondrinker (Consumed no alcohol in the past 2 weeks but have in the past year) Moderate drinker (Consumed 1-4 drinks male, or 1-3 drinks female in the past 2 weeks) Heavy episodic drinker (Consumed 5-9 drinks male, or 4-7 drinks female in the past 2 weeks. Problematic drinker (Consumed 10+ drinks for male, 8+ drinks for female in the past 2 weeks) UAF 31% 24% 17% 22% 6% National 33% 33% 24% 9% 1% Chart 1. Number of Drinks Consumed by UAF Students Per Week UAF Alcohol and Drug Programatic Analysis and Review Page 1 of 4

3 100 Drinking Rates Abstainer Nondrinker Moderate Heavy Problematic UAF National Reference Chart 2. Peak Drinking Days 4.5 Peak Drinking Days for October UAF National Reference Nov Table 2. Measuring the Impact of Drinking UAF Alcohol and Drug Programatic Analysis and Review Page 2 of 4

4 UAF National Blacked Out 19% 34% Passed Out 14% 17% Had a Hangover 49% 47% Performed poorly on an assignment 19% 19% Table 3. High-Risk Drinking Behaviors UAF National Pregaming 33% 49% Doing Shots 33% 48% Choosing a drink containing 25% 22% more alcohol Chugging alcohol 17% 24% Table 4. The Role of Alcohol in Sexual Assault Students who drank in the past two weeks reported that the following occurred in conjunctions with their drinking UAF National Was taken Advantage of Sexually 8% 10% Took Advantage of Another Sexually 6% 4% Table 5. Places Where Students Consume Alcohol: UAF 2016% On-Campus Residence 7% Off-Campus Residence 11% Fraternity/Sorority 0% Athletic Event 2% Bar or Nightclub 15% Outdoor Setting 0% Restaurant 4% In a Car 1% At Home 21% None of these 1% UAF Alcohol and Drug Programatic Analysis and Review Page 3 of 4

5 Table 6. Students Reasons for Not Drinking Campus Policies Reasons for Students Not to Drink: UAF I m going to drive 82% I have other things to do. 68% I don t want to spend the money 68% I don t want to lose control 58% It interferes with my schoolwork 32% Table 7. Formative Assessments and Knowledge Gains from Alcohol EDU Campus Climate Pre-Assessment Post-Assessment Alcohol Knowledge 53% 81% Physiological Effects 74% 77% Risk Reduction 83% 95% Understanding the Influence of Alcohol 88% 93% Factors influencing Drinking Behavior 78% 91% Table 8. The Importance of Behavioral Intentions Pre-Assessment Post-Assessment Reduce Number of Drinks 18% 41% Reduce Drinking Frequency 21% 38% Alternate Drinking Type 46% 58% Pace Drinks 39% 56% Set a Limit 42% 63% Proposed Strategy Changes A Survey and analyze tobacco and drug use for 2017 report B Utilize EverFi reports for surveys to compare with data included in this report. Identify questions and methodology to survey and gather data from broader population of students regarding alcohol, tobacco and drug use in addition to those required to complete AlcoholEdu training. Review the Core Alcohol and Drug Survey published through the Core Institute at Southern Illinois University C Analyze data and reports from 3 rd Millennium educational programs required through the sanctioning process to evaluate effectiveness of training related to alcohol, drug and tobacco use. D Thorough tracking and review of programs and education provided at all UAF campuses focused on alcohol, drug and tobacco use/products. Establish quick survey questions to hand out and collect from those in attendance. Questions should be similar if not the same for all programs to evaluate effectiveness and programming preferences of students attending. UAF Alcohol and Drug Programatic Analysis and Review Page 4 of 4

6 1 Winter 2016 University of Alaska AlcoholEdu for College Impact Report

7 Introduction 2 This report provides key insights from your AlcoholEdu for College data. We encourage you to share this report, or specific slides from this report, with others on your campus. To help facilitate that process, we have included references to related studies or resources that offer important context for understanding the data provided. This information offers a framework for those who may not be familiar with EverFi or the AlcoholEdu for College course structure, content, and data. It will assist you and your colleagues in utilizing your AlcoholEdu data to inform prevention efforts on your campus. For deeper insights, the EverFi Analytics Platform provides real-time graphic representations of your EverFi data. In addition to on-demand data, you also have the ability to download the raw data files for all three AlcoholEdu surveys. If you added custom questions to the course survey, those data may be accessed on the platform as well.

8 Your Impact Report Outline 3 About EverFi About AlcoholEdu for College Your Students' Drinking Behavior Next Steps

9 4 About EverFi

10 Our mission in higher education is to drive lasting, largescale change on critical wellness issues facing students, faculty, and staff. We help institutions make transformative impact on sexual assault, high-risk drinking, and financial education through evidence-based online programs, data, and advisory services. 5

11 6 Our Experience Higher Education 1.5 Million educated in the last year 15+ years of experience 800+ institutional partners 25+ Eight efficacy studies greek organizations Sexual Assault Alcohol & Other Drug Fraternity & Sorority Financial Wellness Prevention & Education Prevention & Education Values-Based Education Support & Education Promoting healthy habits through adaptive learning, realistic scenarios and hands-on activities Helping fraternity & sorority members make better decisions about alcohol, hazing & sexual assault Encouraging students to make smarter decisions about finances, student loans, financial aid and more Fostering healthy relationships, awareness of resources and policies, and skill-building among students and employees

12 The Benefits of Partnering With EverFi 7 PROVEN EFFICACY Eight independent studies have been published demonstrating the efficacy of EverFi online programs. Our approach improves knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors. TRUE EXPERTISE Our team includes public health professionals, administrators from student affairs, campus prevention offices, and more. Extend your team by partnering with ours. BEYOND COMPLIANCE Our online programs are built by prevention and compliance experts to meet and exceed requirements from Title IX, Clery Act (Campus SaVE/VAWA), EDGAR part 86. DATA-DRIVEN Our data and analytics provide real-time access to attitudinal and behavioral data from your unique populations, and national benchmarks to assess needs and strengths.

13 8 About AlcoholEdu for College

14 9 The AlcoholEdu for College Course Developed in collaboration with leading prevention experts and researchers Interactive content guided by recommendations from the National Institute of Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) Informed by emerging research on evidence-based practice (e.g., social norms approach, bystander intervention) Cited as a top-tier strategy by NIAAA in their CollegeAIM Matrix Most widely used universal online AOD prevention program since its development in 2000 Course curriculum map provided in the Appendix.

15 Course Structure and Resulting Data Set 10 PART 1: Primary Course Content 30+ days* PART 2: Review PRE-ASSESSMENT SURVEY 1 Course Lessons 9 learning modules focused on strategic decision-making through real life examples SURVEY 2 POST-ASSESSMENT INTERSESSION SURVEY 3 Follow-up Lessons SURVEYS measure changes in attitudes and behaviors *Length of intersession is determined by individual schools. ASSESSMENTS are tests and quizzes that measure student knowledge Data in this report are based on responses from 82 students at your Institution who completed all 3 AlcoholEdu for College surveys in the fall of Where available, data is benchmarked against the national aggregate (N= ). University of Alaska

16 11 A Profile of Your Students Drinking Behavior

17 Highlights from Your Data 12 22% 24% 78% of your students reported drinking in a high risk way, when measured midway through the fall semester (Survey 3, n=82). of your students reported not drinking in the past two weeks, with 31% indicating not drinking in the past year. (Survey 3, n=82) of your students, after completing AlcoholEdu (Survey 2, n=82), reported that the course prepared them to make responsible decisions about drinking. The following are based on responses provided by your students in Survey 3 (n=82): University of Alaska The most common drinking-related risk behaviors that your students engage in are pre-gaming and choosing drinks with more alcohol. Two of the most frequently reported negative consequences of drinking are hangovers and performing poorly on a test/assignment. Students reported that some of the most important reasons not to drink are because I am going to drive and that I have other things to do.

18 Formative Assessments and Knowledge Gains 13 OVERALL KNOWLEDGE CHANGE Pre-Assessment 68% Post-Assessment 86% Increase 18% Your students reported that AlcoholEdu: Pre-Assessment Alcohol Knowledge Physiological Effects Post-Assessment 53% 81% 74% 77% Prepared them to prevent an alcohol overdose 71% Prepared them to help someone who may have alcohol poisoning 75% Risk Reduction Understanding the Influence of Alcohol 83% 95% 88% 93% Helped them establish a plan ahead of time to make responsible decisions about drinking 78% Factors Influencing Drinking Behavior 78% 91% Changed their perceptions of other s drinking behavior 45% University of Alaska Note: National Pre- and Post-Assessment data is provided in the Appendix. Full assessment item text is available upon request.

19 Important Context for Reviewing Your Data: Understanding the College Effect 14 National student drinking rates follow a typical pattern: alcohol use generally rises the summer before a student enters college, and then increases substantially after their arrival on campus. This phenomenon, known as the "College Effect," is represented by the conceptual graphic below. Mitigating The College Effect There is a narrow window of opportunity for primary prevention. Through evidencebased education and prevention efforts, including AlcoholEdu, institutions can mitigate the impact of the College Effect. Such efforts must consider the need to focus on all students, not just those who have a prior history of heavy or problematic drinking. Efforts aimed at reinforcing the behaviors of the healthy majority should not be overlooked.

20 15 Examining Changes in Drinking Rates Survey 1 (n=70) Survey 3 (n=78) Survey 1 to Survey 3 Change Note: n-sizes exclude those students who did not provide enough survey data to be categorized. Abstainer Consumed no alcohol in the past year 31% 33% Your Institution -6% National* -8% Nondrinker Consumed no alcohol in the past two weeks, but may have consumed in the past year 24% 33% -27% -31% Moderate drinker On the day of highest alcohol use in the past two weeks, the student had 1-4 drinks (male) or 1-3 drinks (female). 17% 24% -29% 25% Heavy episodic drinker On the day of highest alcohol use in the past two weeks, the student had 5-9 drinks (male) or 4-7 drinks (female). 9% 22% 144% 64% Problematic drinker On the day of highest alcohol use in the past two weeks, the student had 10+drinks (male) or 8+ drinks (female). 1% 6% 500% 75% *See Appendix for National drinking rates. University of Alaska

21 Peak Drinking Days 16 Below is a snapshot of student drinking rates over a 3-week period of time. It represents the average number of drinks consumed by your students as compared to the national average during that same 3-week period. Average # of Drinks M 13- Tu 14- W 15- Th 16- F 17- Sa 18- Su 19- M 20- Tu 21- W 22- Th 23- F 24- Sa 25- Su 26- M 27- Tu 28- W 29- Th 30- F 31- Sa Su 1-9/14 Oct 9/15 Oct 9/16 Oct Oct 9/17 Oct 9/18 Oct 9/19 9/20 Oct 9/21 Oct 9/22 Oct 9/23 Oct 9/24 Oct 9/25 Oct 9/26 Oct 9/27 Oct 9/28 Oct Oct 9/29 9/30 Oct 10/1 Oct 10/2 Oct 10/3 Oct 10/4 Nov Your Institution (Survey 3, n=35) National Average (Survey 3, n=145003) University of Alaska Note: The date range for the above graph was selected as the peak drinking period for our national aggregate and may not represent the peak drinking days for your institution.

22 Where Students Drink 17 The most common locations where your students report consuming alcohol in the past two weeks (Survey 3, drinkers only, n = 35): On-campus residence 7% Off-Campus Residence 11% Fraternity/Sorority Athletic event (tailgate, Bar or nightclub Outdoor Setting Restaurant In a car 0% 2% 0% 4% 1% 15% Certain drinking locations on campus pubs, off-campus house parties have been shown to be associated with significant negative consequences (EverFi, 2012). The same study also identified that oncampus dances and concerts have a greater relationship with sexual assault than other locations. At home 21% None of these 1% University of Alaska

23 18 Student Reasons for Not Drinking Both drinkers and non-drinkers indicated their most important reasons for choosing whether or not to drink alcohol (Survey 3, n = 82). When you choose NOT to drink alcohol, how important are the following reasons: Percentage Important/ Very Important* I am going to drive 82% I have other things to do 68% I don't want to spend the money 68% I don't want to lose control 58% It interferes with my schoolwork 32% It would be far easier to increase the salience of existing reasons that drinkers have for restricting their alcohol use than to win their endorsement of still additional reasons that are primarily endorsed by abstainers (Huang et al., 2011). *Percentages represent responses of 5-7 on 7 point Likert scale (1=Not at all important, 7=Very important) University of Alaska

24 High-Risk Drinking Behaviors 19 These are some of the most common risk-related drinking behaviors reported by your students who had a drink in the past two weeks: Your Institution (Survey 3, n = 35) Pregaming Doing shots Choosing a drink containing more alcohol Chugging alcohol 17% 25% 22% National (Survey 3, n = ) 24% 33% 33% 49% 48% More than other high-risk behaviors, pregaming has been shown to have a predictive relationship with a variety of negative outcomes (EverFi, 2012). As such, pregaming can potentially be used as a marker to identify students who are more likely to be at risk for negative consequences. For more on this topic, see: Strategic Drinking Examining the Culture of Pregaming (Webinar recording) University of Alaska

25 Measuring the Impact of Drinking 20 Students who reported having a drink in the past two weeks experienced the following as a result of their drinking: Your Institution (Survey 3, n = 35) Blacked out Passed out Had a hangover Performed poorly on an assignment 14% 19% 17% 19% 19% National (Survey 3, n = ) 34% 49% 47% The AlcoholEdu Partner Guide provides recommendations for campus programs that reinforce course content. It includes sample discussion topics and activities designed for use by trained facilitators on multiple topics, including ways to reduce the risk of experiencing negative consequences. For more on this topic: Download the AlcoholEdu Partner Guide from the Higher Ed Partner Center Resources Tab Percentages represent responses of 2-7 on 7 point Likert scale (1=Never experienced) University of Alaska

26 21 The Role of Alcohol in Sexual Assault Students who drank in the past two weeks reported that the following occurred in conjunction with their drinking: Your Institution (Survey 3, n = 35) 10% 8% 4% National (Survey 3, n = ) 6% The fact that alcohol consumption and sexual assault frequently co-occur does not demonstrate that alcohol causes sexual assault. (ABBEY, 2008) Insights from Haven: Understanding Sexual Assault Students with unhealthy attitudes regarding sexual violence: are much more likely to perpetrate sexual assault have higher rates of alcohol use (frequency and quantity) are much more likely to experience alcohol-related problems Was taken advantage of sexually Took advantage of another sexually Percentages represent responses of 2-7 on 7-point Likert scale (1=Never experienced) How do we effectively identify and intervene with students at risk for being victimized or perpetrating sexual assault? For more on this topic, see: Alcohol and Sexual Assault Unpacking the Connections and Implications for Practice (Webinar recording) University of Alaska

27 22 The Importance of Behavioral Intentions After completing AlcoholEdu, students reported an increase in several positive behavioral intentions. Pre Course Intentions 41% 38% 18% 21% Reduce number of drinks Reduce drinking frequency 46% Post Course Intentions 58% 56% Alternate drink type 39% 42% Pace drinks 63% Set a limit Data represents student responses collected in Survey 1 (Pre-course) and Survey 2 (Post-course). Impact For High-risk Students: Among the 57% of high risk drinkers (4 students) who saw "no need to change the way they drink" before taking AlcoholEdu, 75% of those students (3 students) indicated their readiness to change after completing the course. Intention has been shown to be the most important variable in predicting behavior change (Ajzen, 1991). Actual behavior change is driven, in part, by an individual s perception of the social environment surrounding the behavior (subjective norms). As such, a campus environment that reinforces safe and healthy norms can help support individual intentions and, ultimately, change in behavior. University of Alaska

28 23 Next Steps

29 24 Engage Your Students Effective prevention includes actively engaging students to reinforce positive behavioral intentions of all students: drinkers and non-drinkers alike. Interest in Alcohol-Free Activities Your students voluntarily provided their name and address in order to be contacted regarding alcohol-free activities. Lists of students who want to attend such activities, along with the specific types of activities they are interested in, can be downloaded from the Higher Ed Partner Center. Additional Engagement Opportunities University of Alaska

30 25 Connect Abstainers A growing number of students arriving on campus choose to regularly abstain from alcohol use. Research has shown that these students are more likely to be successful in their commitment to not drink if they are able to connect with like-minded peers. AlcoholEdu provides campuses with a unique tool to assist students with that process. Note: Students choose to abstain from alcohol use for a variety of reasons, from religious beliefs to recovery from alcohol or other drug addiction. Be sure to consider all possibilities when reaching out to students on your list. two of the most important sociodemographic and psychobehavioral variables that predict whether students abstain is their perception of friends alcohol-related attitudes and having a close friend who abstains (Huang, et al., 2009). University of Alaska

31 26 Considerations for Your Prevention Strategy INSTITUTIONALIZATION CRITICAL PROCESSES POLICY PROGRAMS RESOURCE ALLOCATION DATA RELIANCE WRITTEN UNIVERSAL Funding source, consistency of funding, total FTE devoted to prevention ACCOUNTABILITY Active and engaged task force, goals for improving student health BROAD SENIOR-LEVEL SUPPORT Senior leadership publicly speaking to the issue, health and wellness part of strategic plan/mission statement Types of data collected, use of data PLANNING Specific goals, strategic planning, sharing of data POLICY REVIEW Frequency of review process, consistency with state, local, and Federal laws, adherence to Federal regulations (EDGAR part 86) Breadth and depth ENFORCED Consistency, strictness, communication ADJUDICATION Adjudication: types of sanctions, consistency of process PROGRAMS POLICY Programs and strategies directed at an entire population; deters the onset of risky behavior SELECTIVE Programs and strategies targeting sub-sets of the population considered to be at-risk INDICATED Programs and strategies targeting individuals with early warning signs (Institute of Medicine, 1994) CRITICAL PROCESSES INSTITUTIONALIZATION

32 27 Resources to Support Your Efforts FOR ALL PARTNERS FOR COALITION PARTNERS AlcoholEdu Partner Guide Designed to assist partners in creating programs and strategies that reinforce critical course content. EverFi Analytics Platform (EAP) This new resource provides easily accessible, real time, campus-level data and reports for all EverFi courses. If you need assistance accessing the EAP, please contact your partner services director. Ongoing Education From our monthly newsletter, Thrive, to webinars, guidebooks and publications, we provide multiple resources to support you in your work. To learn more about available resources, contact your partner services director. Institutional Assessment and Strategic Planning Complete the Alcohol Diagnostic Inventory and receive a comprehensive Action Plan to guide your prevention efforts. Professional Development Take advantage of our Annual Research Summit and Professional Development Institute. Dedicated Consultative Guidance Call on our team of prevention experts to support you in your work. Learn more about the EverFi Coalition from your partner services director.

33 Contact Information 28 For assistance with this report or other requests related to your partnership with EverFi, please contact your partner services director. Molly Burke C.W. Estoff Annie Flores Lisa Haubenstock Katie Lyons Brittany New Jennifer Ouyang Lexie Yang Maggie Leitch

34 29 Appendix 29

35 AlcoholEdu for College Course Map 30 PART ONE PART TWO 1. Getting Started Introductory Video Custom Welcome Letter Custom Welcome Video 4. Goal Setting What s Important to You? What Do You Want to Focus on this Year My Choices 7. My Action Plan Drinker/Non-Drinker Plan Choose Your Strategies Activities on Campus 10. Introduction Welcome Back SURVEY 3 2. Standard Drink Student Alcohol Knowledge Interviews Pre-Assessment Standard Drink Definition Identifying Standard and Non-Standard Drinks Pouring Standard Drinks SURVEY 1 3. Where Do You Stand? Risk Factors & Choices You Are Not Alone/Benefits of Not Drinking/ Calories & Cash/Support for Your Choice Your Drinking Profile/ Your Peak BAC/ Reducing Your BAC/Drinking Consequences/ Calories & Cash/Your Drinking Habits 5. Drinking & Motivation What Do You Think? Factors That Can Influence Decisions Why/Why Not Drink? Poll Expectancy Theory & Advertising Ads Appealing to Men/Women Alcohol & Advertising Poll Write a Tagline 6. Brain & Body BAC Basics What Factors Affect BAC Risk/Protective Factors BAC Calculator Marijuana & Drugs Sexual Assault & Understanding Consent Brain & Body Science Biphasic Effect A BAC Story 8. Laws & Policies Alcohol Related Laws Campus Policies Drinking & Driving 9. Helping Friends Taking Care of Yourself & Others Alcohol Poisoning Helping Your Friends Poll Drinking & Driving Getting Help EXAM INTERSESSION 11. Recognizing Problems Taking Care of Yourself & Others The Roommate 12. Course Conclusion Summary of Key Topics Review Goals, Choices and Plan

36 References Slide: Where Students Drink EverFi analysis of data from AlcoholEdu for College national database, Slide: Student Reasons for Not Drinking Huang, J-H, DeJong W, Schneider SK, & Towvim, LG. (2011). Endorsed reasons for not drinking alcohol: A comparison of college student drinkers and abstainers. Journal of Behavioral Medicine, 34, Slide: High-Risk Drinking Behaviors EverFi analysis of data from AlcoholEdu for College national survey database, Slide: The Role of Alcohol in Sexual Assault Parkhill, M.R., & Abbey, A. (2008). Does alcohol contribute to the confluence model of sexual assault perpetration? Journal of Social and Clinical Psychology, 27:6, Slide: The Importance of Behavioral Intentions Ajzen, I. (1991). The theory of planned behavior. Organizational Behavior and Human Decision Processes, 50, Slide: Connect Abstainers Huang, J-H., DeJong, W., Towvim, L. G., & Schneider, S. K. (2009). Sociodemographic and psychobehavioral characteristics of US college students who abstain from alcohol. Journal of American College Health, 57, Slide: Considerations for Your Prevention Strategy In a 1994 report, the Institute of Medicine proposed a framework for classifying prevention based on Gordon's (1987) operational classification of disease prevention. The IOM model divides the continuum of services into three parts: prevention, treatment, and maintenance. The prevention category is divided into three classifications--universal, selective, and indicated prevention. For more information, visit 31

37 National Data: Pre- and Post-Course Formative Assessment 32 OVERALL KNOWLEDGE CHANGE Pre-Assessment 64% Post-Assessment 86% Increase 22% Pre-Assessment Post-Assessment Alcohol Knowledge 50% 82% Physiological Effects 68% 80% Risk Reduction Understanding the Influence of Alcohol Factors Influencing Drinking Behavior 76% 80% 77% 93% 93% 91%

38 National Data: Drinking Rates 33 Survey 1 (n = ) Survey 3 (n = ) Note: n sizes exclude those students who did not provide enough survey data to be categorized Abstainer Consumed no alcohol in the past year Nondrinker Consumed no alcohol in the past two weeks, but may have consumed in the past year Moderate drinker On the day of highest alcohol use in the past two weeks, the student had 1-4 drinks (male) or 1-3 drinks (female). Heavy episodic drinker On the day of highest alcohol use in the past two weeks, the student had 5-9 drinks (male) or 4-7 drinks (female). 11% 22% 16% 20% 18% 33% 32% 36% Problematic drinker On the day of highest alcohol use in the past two weeks, the student had 10+drinks (male) or 8+ drinks (female). 4% 7%

39 National Data: Drinking Location 34 The most common locations where students report consuming alcohol in the past two weeks (Survey 3, drinkers only, n = ): On-campus residence Off-Campus Residence Fraternity/Sorority Athletic event (tailgate, Bar or nightclub Outdoor Setting Restaurant In a car At home None of these 5% 9% 6% 3% 1% 8% 3% 12% 15% 20%

40 SECTIONs: RESIDENTIAL COMMUNITY POLICIES AND PROCEDURES Students living with the Department of Residence Life have certain rights and responsibilities. Included in the responsibilities are an awareness of standards of appropriate behavior and the exercise of self-discipline. We expect students to act independently and maturely while in residence. Policies and procedures are established to outline standards by which all members of the community can live together and the Department of Residence life can function appropriately; we expect students to comply with all policies and procedures. The policy section of our handbook has been developed to provide you with information that will be helpful to you during your stay at UAF. We encourage you to read it at the beginning of your stay in the residence halls and reference it throughout the year. The primary responsibility for individual behavior and discipline rests on you, the student. It is expected that qualities such as self-discipline, concern for the rights of others, intellectual and social maturity, and respect for public and private property will be fostered and developed. You have the right to live in a residential community in which you can pursue your academic goals and be treated in a civil and respectful manner by all members of the community. You, in turn, will be asked to treat other residents with respect and consideration, to do your part to promote a safe and clean community, and to abide by University policies and regulations that are designed to support an academic environment in a residential community. The policies that follow provide a general outline of the types of conduct that are prohibited in the residential communities. They reflect local, state, and federal laws as well as unique requirements of a university residential environment. They are based on common sense and reflect the importance of consideration for other individuals and their property. These policies are not intended to define misconduct in exhaustive terms. STUDENTCODEOFCONDUCT The Department of Residence life adheres to the University of Alaska Student Code of Conduct found in Board of Regents' Policy : A. As with all members of the university community, the university requires students to conduct themselves honestly and responsibly and to respect the rights of others. Students may not engage in behavior that disrupts the learning environment, violates the rights of others or otherwise violates the Student Code of Conduct (Code), university rules, regulations, or procedures. Students and student organizations will be responsible for ensuring that they and their guests comply with the Code while on property owned or controlled by the university or at activities authorized or sponsored by the university. B. The university may initiate disciplinary action and impose sanctions on any student or student organization found responsible for committing, attempting to commit, or intentionally assisting in the commission of any of the following prohibited forms of conduct: 1. cheating, plagiarism, or other forms of academic dishonesty; 2. forgery, falsification, alteration, or misuse of documents, funds, property or electronic records; 3. damage or destruction of property; 4. theft of property or services; s. harassment; 6. discrimination; 7 hazing; 8. endangerment, assault, or infliction of physical harm; 9. gender-based or sexual misconduct; 10. disruptive or obstructive actions; n. mistreatment of animals; 12. misuse of firearms, explosives, weapons, dangerous devices, or dangerous chemicals; 13. failure to comply with university directives; DEPARTMENT OF RESIDENCE LIFE HOUSING HANDBOOK 37

41 14. misuse of alcohol; 15. misuse of drugs or other intoxicants; 16. violation of regents' policy, university regulation, rules, or procedures; or 17. any other actions that result in unreasonable interference with the learning environment or the rights of others. C. Examples of actions that constitute these prohibitions will be described in the university regulation and MAU rules and procedures. D. This policy and university regulation and MAU rules and procedures are not intended to define prohibited conduct in exhaustive terms, but rather to set forth examples to serve as guidelines for acceptable and unacceptable behavior. RESPONSIBLE USE OF RESIDENTIAL SPACE AND PROPERTY You are responsible for creating an environment that promotes the academic mission of the University. This includes maintaining a respectful and responsible treatment of residential space and property, upholding the visitation policies in the residential communities, and being held responsible for your visitors' and guests' behavior. AEROSOL/ SPRAY PAINT CANS These are prohibited and may not be used inside any residential facility. Hairspray is not considered part of this policy. ALCOHOL POLICY UAF is committed to maintaining a healthy and safe academic community that reflects high standards of personal responsibility and behavior. Alcohol abuse will not be tolerated under any circumstances. This policy permits the responsible use of alcohol in moderation by persons of legal drinking age and in accordance with the following guidelines. STUDENTS WHO ARE 21 YEARS AND OLDER MAY Consume alcohol responsibly in their individual residential room/apartment with the door closed (this excludes alcohol-free halls). Transport alcohol, excluding common source containers (see common source policy), into the residence hall they reside in. STUDENTS WHO ARE 21 YEARS AND OLDER MAY NOT Transport alcohol into residential facilities/apartments they do not live in. Provide alcoholic beverages to anyone younger than 21 years of age (which is against the law) or to anyone (regardless of age) who is visibly intoxicated. consume alcohol in the presence of anyone younger than 21 years of age Collect money from any person to purchase or provide alcohol to someone younger than 21 years of age. It may also be assumed that the individuals over 21 are providing alcohol to minors if minors are in the same room as open alcohol containers. We expect our students to have knowledge of the ages of those present and drinking in their apartment or room, as they will be held responsible for those individuals (see guest policies). COMMON SOURCE CONTAINERS POLICY Items such as kegs, pony kegs, party balls, beer bongs, and other common source containers containing alcohol are strictly prohibited in all residential areas and any University-owned facility. Students involved in common source container violations may forfeit their housing eligibility and their Residence Life damage deposit, and may be subject to immediate eviction. UNDERAGE USE OF ALCOHOL Alaska state law maintains that it is illegal to possess or consume alcoholic beverages if you are younger than 21 years of age. 38 DEPARTMENT OF RESIDENCE LIFE HOUSING HANDBOOK

42 RESIDENTS UNDER 21 YEARS OF AGE MAY Live with a roommate who is 21 years of age or older and their of-age roommate may have closed alcohol containers stored on their shelves or in their fridge. Leave their room/apartment while their of-age roommate consumes alcohol. RESIDENTS UNDER 21 YEARS OF AGE MAY NOT Possess or consume alcohol. If alcohol is found in student residential facilities, it is considered to be in student possession. In all residential areas, any alcoholic beverages possessed in violation of UAF regulations will be confiscated and disposed of by Residence Life staff. You and your visitors must follow state laws and University regulations related to alcohol use and possession. Be in a room where alcohol is being consumed. If you are underage and are present in a room where alcohol is being consumed, it may be assumed that you have been drinking alcohol; therefore anyone under the age of 21 is not allowed to be in the same room or apartment as an open container of alcohol. CONSUMING ALCOHOL WHILE LIVING WITH AN UNDERAGE ROOMMATE In approved residence halls: In order to consume alcohol while living with an underage roommate, you must consume alcohol in your room while they are not present. In WickershamfSustainable/Cutler: Residents over 21 may consume anywhere in the room/apartment if their underage roommate is not present, but may consume only in their individual room if their roommate is home. Please note that you cannot force your roommate to leave if you want to consume alcohol. We expect all roommates have a conversation about if, when, and how alcohol is consumed, regardless of their age. ALCOHOL IN COMMON AREAS Alcohol must be confined to individual rooms, suites, and apartments. The consumption of alcohol is not permitted in or on public and common areas, including hallways, lounges, lobbies, and porches. A student residential facility with an open door is considered a common area. ALCOHOL DISTRIBUTION Sale or distribution of alcohol by a person to another person is prohibited. Sale of alcoholic beverages on campus, including indirect sales, is prohibited. Use of University funds or student fees for the purchase of alcohol is prohibited. ALCOHOL TRANSPORT INTO HALLS In order to transport alcoholic beverages into a residence hall or student apartment, students must: Be of legal age (21 in Alaska). Live in that particular building/apartment. Not appear to be intoxicated andfor impaired. Alcoholic beverages and non-alcoholic beer cannot be brought into any alcohol-free environment, including Moore, Skarland, and Nerland Halls. Staff may ask to inspect student bags, backpacks, briefcases, etc. (Please see guest policies for more information on bag checks). These regulations reflect minimum standards to be applied to substance abuse-related incidents involving UAF students. If you have questions or concerns about alcohol use, you are encouraged to talk with Residence Life staff members and attend alcohol education programs on campus. Additionally, the Center for Health and Counseling has trained staff who can provide information, assistance, and counseling. Significant or underage drinking may result in loss of the privilege to live in a specific area, loss of housing, or restrictions regarding alcohol consumption. APPLIANCES- COOKING- ELECTRICAL SAFETY DEPARTMENT OF RESIDENCE LIFE HOUSING HANDBOOK 39

43 identity. Shower/toilet stalls are reserved for one individual only. No photos shall be taken in any restroom/shower. Residents are not to wash dishes or clothing in the sinks or showers. DART BOARDS Dartboards are prohibited unless they are the magnetic-tipped NERF dart-boards. DECORATIONS FOR YOUR ROOM By choosing to live on campus, you receive the right to consider the interior of your room/apartment as your own. Any use/decoration of that space, within established guidelines, is permitted as long as it is intended to enhance the interior of the room. Space beyond the interior of one's assigned room (e.g. windows and door exteriors) is considered to be public space and therefore is maintained under the jurisdiction of the Department of Residence Life. Possessions or displays that are inconsistent with accepted standards or University policies should not be displayed on the outside of room/apartment doors or in general view of the public. Residents have the right to approach anyone who displays a decoration that they believe to be offensive or obscene in order to discuss their concern and ask for its removal. For example, posters of nude individuals and harassing or intimidating visual materials are generally considered inappropriate. Check with your hall staff if you have questions about what may or may not be appropriate. Displays of alcohol or alcohol containers are permitted for residents of legal age, as long as displays are not in public view (able to be viewed by someone outside the room or apartment or through a window). Underage residents or residents of alcohol-free halls may not display containers that once held alcohol. DOOR TAMPERING Tampering with another resident's door is a serious safety hazard and prohibited. DRAINS For clogged sink or tub drains, do not use Drano or any other cleaning compound. Contact your Resident Assistant, Area Coordinator, or Resident Director regarding any maintenance needs pertaining to sinks, bathtubs, or toilets. You may attempt to clear clogs with a plunger before calling for assistance. Do not put garbage, paper towels, fish tank debris, grease, tea or coffee grounds, etc., into any drain. Damage determined to have been caused by residents may result in charges being placed on a student's account. DRONES Drones or Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) may be stored in your residential room/apartment but may not be flown within the residential community. Please refer to FAA guidelines for flying in the Fairbanks community. DRUGS & OTHER SUBSTANCES UAF is committed to maintaining a healthy and safe academic community that reflects high standards of personal responsibility and behavior. As a member of the residential community you are responsible for upholding federal, state, and local laws dealing with substances, including tobacco (UAF is tobacco free). Substance abuse will not be tolerated under any circumstances. The following items (including, but not limited to) are specifically banned on Residence Life properties: herbs such as Salvia divinorum, Salvinorin A, and Divinorin A; nitrous oxide or other gases except oxygen; seeds or plants of Morning Glory, Hawaiian Wood Rose and Datura; Amanita muscaria mushrooms; and synthetic crystals such as s-meo-dmt. Possession of marijuana, ecstasy, heroin, inhalants, cocaine, crack, methamphetamines, barbiturates, 42 DEPARTMENT OF RESIDENCE LIFE HOUSING HANDBOOK

44 necessary, the student(s) will be charged for the cleaning and/or damages as appropriate. In the event that Housing assigns a previously vacant room to an incoming resident in the middle of an academic semester (fall, spring, or summer), all current residents are responsible for reasonable common area cleanliness. Housing reserves the right to clean common areas of currently occupied apartments and suites on behalf of incoming residents, and assess cleaning fees to the current residents of that apartment or suite. EXTERIOR OF APARTMENT (CUTLER/SUSTAINABLE VILLAGE) Apartment residents are responsible for the cleanliness of the area around their apartments. Storage of tires, boxes, etc., on decks is prohibited. In addition to cleaning charges, apartment residents will be charged for disposal of cigarette butts. All items must be stored in a safe manner that will not restrict emergency exits. If the area becomes unkempt and unclean, the residents may be charged for cleanup. EXTENSION CORDS- DAISY CHAINING Extension cords may not be connected to each other (daisy chained) in order to plug in items. This creates a tripping hazard and other electrical issues and is prohibited. Extension cords also may not be run from one room or apartment to another out windows or doors. Residents and their guests may not run extension cords from their apartments out to the road, across sidewalks and/or across parking lots to plug in a vehicle. FLAMMABLE ITEMS, FUEL, AND FUEL-POWERED EQUIPMENT Flammable Items, Fuel, and Fuel Powered Equipment: Fuel-powered equipment is prohibited in the residence halls and apartments. Bottled gas and flammable fuels are also prohibited. Examples of prohibited items include gas, fuel, kerosene, propane, white fuel, flares/firecrackers, charcoal, lighter fluid, and tires. FURNITURE All private furniture must be removed at the time of move-out. Furniture left/abandoned in the residential areas will be stored, at the student's expense, for up to 30 days. After that time period, all remaining private furniture will be disposed of, including TVs. University furniture may not be removed from the residence halls or apartments at any time. This includes moving furniture from common areas such as lounges to your room. GAMBLING Gambling of any kind is prohibited. Raffles are considered gambling and are prohibited by University regulation. Special approval may be given on a case-by-case basis. Contact RL staff for more information. GUEST VISITATION POLICY Residence Life has established guest visitation policies and procedures in order to address the safety and security needs of the residential community. UAF's residence halls and apartments are not open to the public. Housing is intended for the residents that reside within the communities and is open to guests based upon the invitation of the resident(s) that reside in that specific building or apartment. All guest visitation policies are the same regardless of buyouts or single rooms. This ensures consistency and eliminates the temptation of intimidation or hostile environments to encourage roommates to leave in order to get a single/private space. Please note that a resident's right to privacy and comfort takes precedence over the community member's privilege to have a guest. It is important for roommates and suitemates to discuss visitation and arrive at an acceptable agreement. If a guest is creating a disruption that affects a roommate, suitemate(s), other residents, andjor the community, the guest may be asked to leave and the hosting resident may be held accountable for the guest's actions. Hosts are responsible for their guests and their behavior/actions. Residents may be subject to sanctions for the misconduct of a guest, and liable for any damages caused by a guest. Failure to comply with University policy may result in the guest's removal from the hall and loss of future visitation privileges for both the guest and the hall resident. 44 DEPARTMENT OF RESIDENCE LIFE HOUSING HANDBOOK

45 All guests, regardless of age, must be escorted and checked in by a resident of the hall they are visiting. must be checked into the building or brought down to the desk to be checked in when a desk attendant is present; if no one is sitting at the desk when the guest arrives the guest must come back down at 7pm to check into the building. may use the bathroom without their hosts but are otherwise expected to be with the host at all times. who are unescorted will be asked to leave the building immediately. are not allowed to bring alcohol into a building and will not be allowed to check into the building if the host or guest are intoxicated. are expected to follow the policies and procedures outlined in the Housing Handbook or may be asked to leave the hall/apartment and may be trespassed. All hosts, regardless of age, may have their guests removed from the hall/apartment if their guest(s) violate(s) the privacy of roommates or any community guidelines. are responsible for their guests at all times and are expected to be with their guests at all times except in the bathroom. are responsible for ensuring their guests follow all University regulations, laws and policies. are responsible for checking in guests with the Desk Attendant whenever a desk attendant is present; if a desk attendant is not present when a guest arrives, hosts must return to the desk with their guest at 7pm to check them in. will not be allowed to check in guests if the host or guest is intoxicated. are expected to follow the policies and procedures outlined in the Housing Handbook or may be asked to leave the hall/apartment and may be trespassed. CHECK-IN LIMITATIONS Due to limited room capacity, students are permitted to check in up to four guests per resident (i.e., single room: four guests allowed, double room: eight guests allowed, double single (buyout) room: four guests allowed) at any given time. A resident may never check in more than four guests at a time, even if living in a double single (buyout) room. If you live in Cutler or Sustainable Village please talk with your Resident Assistant about your options for having more guests; make sure to plan in advance as you will be required to fill out and submit a Party Planner. CHECKING IN ON-CAMPUS GUESTS If a student shows a valid PolarExpress Card or valid form of identification, and they are listed on the All Campus Roster, they will be considered an on-campus guest. The student (guest) must show their Polar Express Card or other valid form of identification every time they sign into a building. Once the student has been properly identified they will sign in with their host and initial the sign-in sheet. CHECKING IN OFF-CAMPUS GUESTS Off-campus guests must present a valid form of identification (government- issued) that includes their date of birth, a photo, and a card identification number. The first time they sign into a hall they will have to fill out an Off-Campus Visitor Log; this will likely only happen one time. After they are entered into the system they will sign-in with their host and initial the sign-in sheet. GUEST CHECK-OUT POLICY All guests who are checked in must be checked out by their host when they leave, even if it is only for a few minutes. The guest and host will go down to the desk and initial on the same line that they initialed signing in; if they want to sign back in they will have to go back to the desk and sign back in every time. OVERNIGHT POLICY DEPARTMENT OF RESIDENCE LIFE HOUSING HANDBOOK 45

46 HOLIDAY DECORATIONS Only mini-lights approved by the Underwriters Laboratories (UL) are permitted for residential facility decorations. All lights must be unplugged when residents retire for the evening or leave their room. Exterior lighting (outside residential facility windows or doors) is not permitted. Natural trees are not permitted in residence hall rooms/apartments. Flame retardant artificial trees are permitted but must be no more than four feet tall. Any organic materials used for holiday decorations (e.g.. pumpkinsfjack-o-lanterns) must be disposed of in a timely manner to avoid damage due to decay and may not be placed outside rooms, in hallways, or outside apartments, as they attract rodents and large wildlife like moose. INSTALLATIONS Installation of air conditioners, ceiling fans, wall shelves, hanging lamps, or other non-approved items in rooms/ apartments is prohibited. Additionally, covering more than 20% total surface of the outside of room doors in the residential community is prohibited by University Fire Code. INSTRUMENTS AND/OR SPEAKERS Use of amplified instruments in residential community rooms is prohibited. Placement of sound equipment or speakers in windows and common areas of the residential community without the express permission of Residence Life professional staff is prohibited. KEY ACCESS For your own security, lock your door when you leave your living space. Carry your keys and Polar Express card at all times. Your key/combination is for your personal use only. Duplicating, lending, or sharing of room combinations or building keys is prohibited. Loss of combination or key may result in an $85 fee. Contact the Department of Residence Life immediately if your keys are lost or stolen. OBSTRUCTING PUBLIC SPACE In an effort to keep all common areas safe and free from clutter and obstruction, students are asked to keep personal belongings and trash in their personal areas. Bicycles, trash, boxes, and other items that are found in commonfpublic areas are subject to a $40 removal fee per item. ODORS An offensive odor is any odor or aroma of such intensity that it becomes apparent and is offensive to others. Any odor can become offensive when it is too strong. Some examples are perfume/cologne, air- freshening spray, trash, or large amounts of dirty laundry. Offensive odors will be addressed by the staff when complaints are received. OFF-CAMPUS BEHAVIOR The university considers an individual to be subject to student conduct proceedings for conduct that occurs while the individual is in any way affiliated with the university. Students may be held accountable for behavior that occurs off campus. For more information please see Board of Regents Policy PARENTAL/GUARDIAN NOTIFICATION Residence Life is concerned about students who misuse alcohol and other drugs and the effects such use may have on their health, community, academic success and, ultimately, their future. The Alaska State Law and the Department of Residence Life alcohol policy prohibits possession and/ or consumption of alcohol by students, employees or guests who are under the minimum legal drinking age of 21 years. Possession of drug paraphernalia and the use, manufacture, sale, or distribution of illegal drugs, whether on or off campus, by any student is also prohibited. DEPARTMENT OF RESIDENCE LIFE HOUSING HANDBOOK 47

47 In accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), the Director of Residence Life (or designee) reserves the right to notify the parents/guardians listed in the emergency contact portion of students under 21 years of age, and the parents/guardians of dependent students, regardless of age, of any incident in which the student is found responsible for violating the Student Code of Conduct & Residence Life alcohol and drug policy. PETS Possession of a pet, except for non-poisonous/non-venomous freshwater fish (in a tank not exceeding 10 gallons) is prohibited. Certified service animals for persons with a disability are allowed in all residential facilities (see section titled "Residence Life Housing Accommodation"). Unapproved pets or animals are not permitted in the residence halls or apartments, including visiting pets. Should an unapproved animal be found in a living unit, the animal will be immediately removed from the premises and the resident(s) responsible may be sanctioned under the UAF Student Code of Conduct and will be responsible for all cleaning costs. POLAR EXPRESS ACCESS UAF uses the PolarExpress card to access each residential facility. In the event of a lost PolarExpress card, contact the Bursar's Office immediately ( ). Students are responsible for PolarExpress cards and should not lend or permit others to use their UAF I D at any time. Residence Life has a small number of temporary Polar Express cards for resident use. Temporary cards must be returned within 3 business days. Failure to do so will result in a replacement fee of $85. POSTINGS Posting of printed materials will be allowed on bulletin boards and other surfaces as designated by UAF. All posted materials must include specific information as to the individual/organization responsible for the material, the date of the event, and the posted date. No posting on glass surfaces is allowed. Handbills, leaflets, pamphlets, and other similar materials shall not be placed on vehicles parked on UAF property. PRANKS Pranks that result in disturbances or distress to others, or that cause damage to University or personal property (or those that foreseeably could have caused damage, disturbance, or distress), are prohibited. PRESSURIZED ITEMS Pressurized items (e.g., scuba equipment, C02, helium, propane canisters, etc.) may not be kept in the residence halls/apartments. Individuals using these items for U FD classes and activities are an exception and can store items for the duration of their training. PRIVACY The University community has the right to privacy. Actions and equipment that invade another's privacy are expressly prohibited. This includes, but is not limited to, scanning devices, monitoring mechanisms, computer "hacking," and eavesdropping. Students in violation of these standards are subject to conduct action, including confiscation. ROOFTOPS Being up on the roof of the building/apartment is dangerous and prohibited. Climbing out of your window or using your decks to be on the roofs of your building is unsafe and not allowed. SECURITY Do not let someone in the building who is not your guest. Unescorted and unknown guests compromise your own 48 DEPARTMENT OF RESIDENCE LIFE HOUSING HANDBOOK

48 pepper spray should be familiar with the instructions for their personal protection device. WEAPON STORAGE Weapon storage is available free of charge to UAF residents courtesy of the UAF Police Department. Contact the UAF Police Department at (907) to use the weapon storage room and for storage room hours. Storing a weapon anywhere in the residential community is prohibited. Residents may store their weapons in their locked vehicles. WILDLIFE UAPs residential community is surrounded by wooded areas which attract Alaska's wildlife. We often have the unique opportunity to encounter, up close, various species of wildlife including moose, ravens, fox, owls, squirrels, and other Alaskan animals. Please respect our coexistence with these and other creatures that may visit. Do not pet, feed, or approach any of these animals for any reason. Also closing our dumpster helps deter our wildlife from trying to scrounge a free meal or hang around. Moose, especially mothers with a nearby calf, have been known to charge. Feeding animals disrupts their search for food and endangers their survival. Throwing items at animals to scare them away can also agitate or cause survival instinct to kick in and make our wildlife aggressive toward us. Enjoy our unique setting from a safe distance, but please do not disturb the animals. Examples of prohibited behavior include, but are not limited to: touching, petting, feeding, riding, inciting, etc. If you need assistance with wildlife please contact UAF Police Department and they can encourage wildlife to move out of your driveway, porch or other area which may have inhibited you from getting to your residence. WINDOWS Students should not remove and/or damage the windows, screens, or window restraining devices in the residence hall rooms or common areas. If the screen is damaged or lost, contact Residence Life staff immediately. Students will incur a re-hanging fee of $45 andfor screen replacement fee of $75 if a screen appears to be intentionally removed. Students are prohibited from throwing, shooting, or receiving items through windows. Students may not climb in or out of or hang off of windows Windows may not be used to access roof areas or to enter or exit rooms/apartments. Nothing should be hung or placed outside windows or on the window sill. WINDOWS AND HEAT LOSS Windows in the residential facilities are a significant source of heat loss. Please refrain from leaving windows open when temperatures drop below 32 degrees Fahrenheit, as freezing can occur, along with buildings creating more heat and higher temperatures within other rooms, making the community, uncomfortable. Residents violating this guideline will be subject to conduct action and held financially responsible for any damage (frozen pipes). Residents may be asked to close their windows at 32 degrees in order to maintain building heat levels. Students who leave windows open during the winter may be subject to disciplinary action andfor damage fees. RESIDENCE LIFE CONDUCT PROCESS AND SANCTIONS THE CONDUCT PROCESS The procedures outlined in this handbook are designed to ensure fundamental fairness but are not to be confused with a court of law. Formal rules of evidence will not be applicable, nor will deviations from prescribed procedures necessarily invalidate a decision or proceeding, unless significant prejudice to a student, the Department of Residence Life, or the University may result. We are committed to protecting individual rights as well as the rights and interests of all community members. The Department of Residence Life conduct system is not a court of law and will not be held to criminal standards, as it operates in an informal manner that is designed to ensure fairness, be easily understood, and be able to function in a timely manner. DEPARTMENT OF RESIDENCE LIFE HOUSING HANDBOOK 51

49 Regardless of where violations of the Student Code of Conduct occur-whether on property owned or controlled by the Department of Residence Life or not, or at activities authorized by the Department of Residence Lifeindividuals are subject to a conduct review or sanctions when the Department of Residence Life determines that the behavior would likely have an adverse impact on the health or safety of members of the community. Students who are charged with violations of local, state, or federal laws may be subject to conduct action by the Department of Residence Life, in addition to and separate from criminal proceedings, if the offenses are also violations of the Student Code of Conduct. The Department of Residence Life conduct procedures and actions are independent of and may precede, follow, or take place simultaneously with criminal proceedings. Department of Residence Life actions will not be subject to challenge on the grounds that criminal charges involving the same incident have been dismissed or reduced. BASIS FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF RESIDENCE LIFE CONDUCT PROCESS Board of Regents Regulation Ro (C) authorizes the Chancellor of UAF to establish a conduct process that is specifically designed for students living on campus. This handbook describes the Department of Residence Life conduct process established under the authority granted the Chancellor. For all conduct actions that originate within the Department of Residence Life, the procedures in this handbook will apply, but this process is not used for major sanctions. Residence Life policies do not preclude other disciplinary action under Student Code of Conduct. Although the Department of Residence Life conduct process is distinct from the general University process, the two are closely aligned and both fall under the oversight of the Dean of Students. 52 DEPARTMENT OF RESIDENCE LIFE HOUSING HANDBOOK

50 INCIDENT REPORT Resident Assistants (RA), Assistant Resident Directors (ARD), Resident Directors (RD), and Area Coordinators (AC) are charged with the responsibility of confronting and working with students, employees, guests, and anyone who violates University or Housing policies and the law. Such violations are documented through incident reports, which are completed and submitted by RAs, ARDs, RDs, and ACs. Once an individual violates a policy and an incident report is completed, a Residence Life staff member decides how the infraction is to be handled. Violations of policy are outlined throughout the conduct section of this handbook. CAUSES FOR CONDUCT ACTION Conduct action may be initiated by the Department of Residence Life, and sanctions may be imposed against any student or student organization found responsible for committing, attempting to commit, or intentionally assisting in the commission of any of the following prohibited forms of Code of Conduct (BOR 09.02, edujborjpolicyjo9-02.pdf): Cheating, Plagiarism, or Other Forms of Academic Dishonesty Forgery, Falsification, Alteration, or Misuse of Documents, Funds, Property, or Electronic Records Damage or Destruction Theft of Property or Services Harassment Discrimination Hazing Endangerment, Assault, or Infliction of Physical Harm Gender-based or Sexual Misconduct Disruptive or Obstructive Actions Mistreatment of Animals Misuse of Firearms, Explosives, Weapons, Dangerous Devices, or Dangerous Chemicals Failure to Comply with University Directives Misuse of Alcohol Misuse of Drugs or Other Intoxicants Violation of Regents' Policy, University Regulations, or UA Rules or Procedures The student who is subject to conduct process reserves the following rights: To receive, upon request, a copy of any documentation filed pertaining to the alleged violation. This does not include police records; requests for copies of police documents must be made to the appropriate police department. The Department of Residence Life may edit any information from documentation that may violate the privacy of other persons. To receive a written summary of the Conduct Meeting or Appeal Hearing and the decisions made in either. The opportunity to present their side of the story. The opportunity to submit written materials pertaining to the violation for inclusion in their file. To remain silent to avoid self-incrimination. To make one appeal of decisions made in Conduct Meetings. THE CONDUCT MEETING Generally, a written record will be made to document events involving violations of policies or the Student Code of Conduct. As soon as possible (normally within 7 business days of a report of misconduct being filed), the student(s) involved will be notified to meet with a hearing official for a Conduct Meeting. Notification is sent via to the listed as the resident's selected address on file with the University. The hearing official may be the Residence Life staff member responsible for the area where the person lives, the Associate Director of Residence Life, the Director of Residence Life, or another designated University official. In some cases the Dean of Students may serve as the hearing official, at their discretion. The Conduct Meeting will be conducted in an informal manner. Generally the meeting will take the form of a discussion between the student and the hearing official. All proceedings will be conducted in a manner that DEPARTMENT OF RESIDENCE LIFE HOUSING HANDBOOK 53

51 The purpose of the verbal warning is to clearly outline the behavior that is against policy and the possibility of more sanctions if the behavior does not change. WRITTEN WARNING The written warning is a sanction assigned to a student for a minor or major policy violation. The purpose of the written warning is to clearly outline the behavior that is against policy and the possibility of more sanctions if the behavior does not cease. UNIVERSITY PROBATION University probation is a sanction assigned to a student for a serious policy violation or because they have a history of multiple policy violations; the student, however, can remain in the on-campus community. The conditions of probation can vary. Conditions of probation can include no further policy violations, counseling, restitution, community service, and other sanctions. Failure to comply could result in more sanctions or loss of housing eligibility. LOSS OF HOUSING Loss of housing is a sanction assigned to a student for a serious policy violation or because they have a history of multiple policy violations for which no behavioral change has occurred. Living on campus is a privilege, not a right. Eviction is administrative action taken to remove a student from any residential area. The student is no longer permitted to reside in any University-operated residential facility. Most evictions occur within 48 hours of official notification and involve a trespass from all Department of Residence Life properties. In some cases, students may be allowed to complete an academic term before losing their eligibility to live in campus housing. An eviction is not a major sanction as described in Board of Regents' policy. ADMINISTRATIVELY TRESPASSED This is a sanction assigned to a student for a minor/major policy violation or because they have a history of multiple policy violations. Residence Life staff can trespass individuals based on policy violations. ADMINISTRATIVE48-HOUR TRESPASS This sanction is often administered by a Resident Assistant or a Rl staff member when a guest or resident has violated a policy on campus or in a residential facility. This is a temporary solution as the incident is then reviewed. ALCOHOL EDUCATION CLASS The alcohol education class is an in-person sanction assigned to a student for a minor/major policy violation or because they have a history of multiple policy violations. This one-hour class discusses alcohol use and abuse on college campuses and carries a charge of $so. COMMUNITY SERVICE Community service is a sanction assigned to a student for a minor/major policy violation or because they have a history of multiple policy violations. DENIAL OF BENEFITS Specific benefits may be denied a student for a designated period of time. This includes, but is not limited to, actions such as suspension of guest privileges or termination of access to the University computing network. EDUCATIONAL SANCTION Educational sanctions are intended to provide a beneficial avenue in changing a resident's behavior. Residence Life may use creative educational sanctions that facilitate the learning of responsible conduct and consideration for other residents, as well as the acceptance of responsibility for one's actions and their consequences where appropriate, given the offense, any victim, and the offender. Some educational sanctions used in the past have included creating an educational bulletin board, writing a paper on the offense, and attending events hosted on campus for more education on issues that the resident may be struggling with. 58 DEPARTMENT OF RESIDENCE LIFE HOUSING HANDBOOK

52 JUDICIAL EDUCATOR MODULE(S) This is a web-based sanction assigned to a student for a minor/major policy violation or because they have a history of multiple policy violations. This sanction has a cost of $so-$1oo. Modules provide education on a variety of issues, such as anger management, healthy relationships, diversity, civility, alcohol, marijuana, living with a roommate, and so much more. LOSS OF GUEST PRIVILEGES This is a sanction assigned to a student for a minor/major policy violation or because they have a history of multiple policy violations. If students violate the visitation policy or if guests are involved in policy violations, all individuals can lose their visitation privileges for campus housing for up to one year. This sanction may have a cost of $25. ONLINE VISITATION AND SECURITY This is an online sanction that reviews Residence Life visitation and security policies to help educate students and guests on the community standards within the residential community. This sanction has a cost of $25. POLICE PROCESS EDUCATIONAL CLASS REFERRAL This is an in-person sanction assigned to a student for a minor/major policy violation or because they have a history of multiple policy violations. The one-hour class, presented by a member of the UAF Police Department, discusses state and federal laws, alcohol and drugs, and UAFPD's role on campus, with a charge of $so. POLICE TRESPASS If a resident's or guest's behavior violates policy, police may issue a formal police trespass. Police trespasses may be appealed via the Dean of Students Office or through the Chief of Police. RESTITUTION A student may be required to reimburse the University or other victims related to the misconduct for damage to or misappropriation of property or for expenses incurred. RESTRICTED ACCESS A student may be restricted from entering certain designated areas andfor facilities or from using specific equipment or services for a designated period of time. STUDY HALL Study hall is a sanction assigned to a student for a minor/major policy violation or because they have a history of multiple policy violations. This is a session, overseen by a member of the Residence Life staff, to assist students in academic efforts. SUSPENSION AND EXPULSION Suspension and expulsion are major sanctions that can only be imposed and overseen by the Dean of Students in accordance with the provisions of Board of Regents' policy. WRITTEN/VERBAL APOLOGY This is a sanction assigned to a student for a minor/major policy violation or because they have a history of multiple policy violations. At times, it is requested that students make either written or verbal apologies. This sanction is often used when behavior affects a specific member(s) of the UAF community or greater community. RESIDENCE LIFE HOUSING ACCOMMODATIONS Your decision to attend UAF is the beginning of an exciting journey, but you may have questions about how well UAF Residence Life facilities will fit your needs. Some questions may involve safety, accessibility, and ease of mobility across campus. Helping you meet those needs is important to us. The Department of Residence Life at UAF is committed to providing and improving accessible and inviting spaces for students and will help provide appropriate housing accommodations for students who show a documented need. DEPARTMENT OF RESIDENCE LIFE HOUSING HANDBOOK 57

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73 Students Rights and Responsibilities 1 STUDENTS RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES The university subscribes to principles of due process and fair hearings as specified in the Joint Statement on Rights and Freedoms of Students. This document can be found at deanofstudents/. You are encouraged to read it carefully. Most students adjust easily to the privileges and responsibilities of university citizenship. The university attempts to provide counsel for those who find the adjustment more difficult. UAF may terminate enrollment or take other necessary and appropriate action in cases where a student is unable or unwilling to assume the social responsibilities of citizenship in the university community. Student Code of Conduct UAF students are subject to the Student Code of Conduct. In accordance with board of regents policy , UAF will maintain an academic environment in which freedom to teach, conduct research, learn and administer the university is protected. Students will benefit from this environment by accepting responsibility for their role in the academic community. The principles of the student code are designed to encourage communication, foster academic integrity and defend freedoms of inquiry, discussion and expression across the university community. UAF requires students to conduct themselves honestly and responsibly, and to respect the rights of others. Conduct that unreasonably interferes with the learning environment or violates the rights of others is prohibited. Students and student organizations are responsible for ensuring that they and their guests comply with the code while on property owned or controlled by the university or at activities authorized by the university. The university may initiate disciplinary action and impose disciplinary sanctions against any student or student organization found responsible for committing, attempting to commit or intentionally assisting in the commission of any of the following prohibited forms of conduct: a. cheating, plagiarism or other forms of academic dishonesty b. forgery, falsification, alteration or misuse of documents, funds or property c. damage or destruction of property d. theft of property or services e. harassment f. endangerment, assault or infliction of physical harm g. disruptive or obstructive actions h. misuse of firearms, explosives, weapons, dangerous devices or dangerous chemicals i. failure to comply with university directives j. misuse of alcohol or other intoxicants or drugs k. violation of published university policies, regulations, rules or procedures l. any other actions that result in unreasonable interference with the learning environment or the rights of others. Honesty is a primary responsibility of yours and every other UAF student. The following are common guidelines regarding academic integrity: 1. Students will not collaborate on any quizzes, in-class exams or takehome exams that contribute to their grade in a course unless the course instructor grants permission. Only those materials permitted by the instructor may be used to assist in quizzes and examinations. 2. Students will not represent the work of others as their own. Students will attribute the source of information not original with themselves (direct quotes or paraphrases) in compositions, theses and other reports. 3. No work submitted for one course may be submitted for credit in another course without the explicit approval of both instructors. Alleged violations of the Code of Conduct will be reviewed in accordance with procedures specified in regents policy, university regulations and UAF rules and procedures. For additional information and details about the Student Code of Conduct, please visit deanofstudents/. Student Behavioral Standards Education at the university is conceived as training for citizenship as well as for personal self-improvement and development. Generally, UAF behavioral regulations are designed to help you work efficiently in courses and live responsibly in the campus environment. They are not designed to ignore your individuality but rather to encourage you to exercise self-discipline and accept your social responsibility. These regulations, in most instances, were developed jointly by staff and students. Contact the dean of students for more information. UAF provides one level of administrative oversight for decisions made by university employees. Individuals are encouraged to first attempt informal resolution with the employee making the decision or the employee s supervisor. An individual seeking further review has the option of filling a written request with the employee s supervisor for decisions made by university employees that are not covered in other university policies, regulations and procedures. The request must be signed and include all relevant information to be considered during the review. The supervisor will consider the information available at the time of the review and provide written notification of the outcome to the individual who filed the request. The supervisor s written response will be the final decision within the university. This list is not intended to define prohibited conduct in exhaustive terms, but rather offers examples as guidelines for acceptable and unacceptable behavior.

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