It is the policy of Rockland Community College that alcoholic beverages may not be sold or served to students, or used by students on any college-sponsored function, including off-campus activities such as school-sponsored field-trips, school-sponsored social activities, or school sponsored study abroad programs. Further, the unauthorized possession, use, sale or exchange of alcoholic beverages or narcotics, or the use of prescription drugs other than as prescribed will result in appropriate legal action and will be considered a violation of the Student Code of Conduct and the disciplinary process outlined in the Student Handbook. A person is identified as a student when registered for credit and/or credit-free study at the college. For a complete copy of this policy, please contact the Prevention Resource Center, (845) 574-4300 or the Office of Human Resources, Brucker Hall, (845) 574-4720.

Federal Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act of 1989 (Public Law 101-226)

Rockland Community College is committed to an educational environment free of illegal drug use and abuse of alcohol. In order to receive federal funds, the College must certify that it has adopted and implemented a program to prevent the unlawful possession, use or distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol by students. The Alcohol and Substance Abuse Prevention Services Coordinator is located in the Office of Student Involvement and is available to provide information and assistance at (845)574-4300. Additionally, the Student Handbook further defines the policies of the College as well as related disciplinary actions. The Handbook is available in the Office of Student Involvement in the Student Union.