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H. Powdered Alcohol:
The consumption, possession or distribution of any powder or crystalline substance containing
alcohol, as defined by state/local law, is prohibited by College policy and Illinois state law.
Drug Policy
North Central College recognizes that personal choices involving the use of drugs have an impact on
both the individual and the community. The College’s drug policy, written in accordance with Federal
law, is more restrictive than State law while supporting the mission of the institution and its academic
and student development goals.
Federal Law prohibits the possession and/or distribution of illegal drugs. Criminal controlled substances
penalties include fines, imprisonment, and, in certain cases, the seizure and forfeiture of the violator’s
property. Penalties are increased for second time offenses. In addition, financial aid (particularly Federal
aid) may be forfeited. North Central College students are subject to all Federal, State, and Local laws
pertaining to the use, possession, and presence of illegal drugs and controlled substances. The College
cooperates fully with law enforcement officials in the prosecution of cases involving illegal drugs and
controlled substances.
Additionally, North Central College sets additional and more restrictive rules regarding the use and
possession of legal and illegal drugs and/or controlled substances on campus than prescribed by Federal,
State, and/or Local laws. Violations of these policies may also subject the involved party to disciplinary
action through the College’s Student Conduct Process.
North Central College Drug Policy:
Students are prohibited from the unlawful use, possession, or distribution of any illegal drug or illegal
drug paraphernalia, whether on or off campus. Students are also prohibited from being in the presence
of illegal drugs or illegal drug paraphernalia. Presence is defined as being in the room, suite, vehicle, or
other location proximal to the possession or use of illegal substances, activities or paraphernalia. Illegal
drug and/or illegal drug paraphernalia may be subject to confiscation and/or disposal.
The North Central College drug policy covers illegal and illicit use of controlled substances, including
marijuana, stimulants, depressants, hallucinogens, opiates/narcotics, inhalants, synthetic drugs, or any
other intoxicating compound. The unauthorized possession or use of prescription drugs is also
prohibited. If a significant quantity of drugs, or items suggesting drug distribution are found (for
example: scale, small self-sealing baggies, etc.), the College may refer the case directly to the hearing
panel process to consider suspension or dismissal.
Recreational and Medical Marijuana:
North Central College prohibits the possession, use, or distribution of all cannabis, cannabis products, or
any substances containing THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) on campus, or at any College sponsored event or
activity off campus regardless of whether such use is allowed by law. The Cannabis Regulation and Tax
Act and the Compassionate Care Act, are Illinois laws that permits the recreational and medical use of
marijuana, respectively, and states: “Nothing in this Act shall prevent a university, college, or other
institution of post-secondary education from restricting or prohibiting the use of medical or recreational
cannabis on its property.” The Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act states, “Nothing in this Act shall require
an individual or business entity to violate the provisions of federal law, including colleges or universities
that must abide by the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act Amendments of 1989, that require