To help ensure the safety and well-being of faculty, staff, students, and the general public, the University is committed to maintaining a campus environment that is free of illegal drugs and of drugs and alcohol that are used illegally. Accordingly, the University prohibits consuming of alcoholic beverages on University property, except in accordance with state of Washington liquor license procedures. The University also prohibits the unlawful possession, use, distribution, or manufacture of alcohol or controlled substances (as defined in Chapter 69.50 RCW) on University property or during University-sponsored activities (Chapter 478–124 WAC). Violation of the University's alcohol and drug prohibitions is cause for disciplinary or other appropriate action.
These provisions are in accordance with the requirements of the federal Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act Amendments of 1989, and the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988. See Administrative Policy Statement 13.7 for detailed information.
State employees may report improper governmental actions to the State Auditor's Office. To encourage the reporting of improper governmental actions, employees are protected from reprisal or retaliatory action by the provisions of state law (Chapter 42.40 RCW). See Administrative Policy Statement 47.1 for detailed information.
