In accordance with the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act of 1989 and in support of local, state and federal regulations pertaining to the illegal use of alcohol and other drugs, Eastern Mennonite University supports nonuse of alcohol, tobacco and illegal drugs as the most appropriate, responsible, and safechoice. The university cooperates with local authorities in dealing with alcohol and illegal drug issues. The possession or use of alcohol, tobacco and illegal drugs is prohibited from the EMU campus as well as all university-related functions.
The university believes that the use of alcohol, tobacco and illegal drugs is counterproductive to the educational process and contributes to behaviors that are offensive and disruptive to the campus community. Not only is the use of alcohol illegal for those under age 21, but alcohol by its nature can create unhealthy dependencies, generate behavior offensive to others, waste money, and take lives. Because of the significant personal and societal dangers associated with alcohol, tobacco and illegal drugs, the university chooses to take a strong stand against their use. For these reasons, Eastern Mennonite University supports non use as the most appropriate and responsible lifestyle choice.
Persons who use, obtain for others to use or distribute alcohol, tobacco, or illegal drugs on campus will be held responsible in accordance with the University policy. Students who misuse alcohol, tobacco or illegal drugs off campus will also be in violation of the university policy and should expect to be held responsible by the appropriate university officials. Misuse is identified as consumption that compromises the safety of oneself or others, underage drinking and/or drinking to excess, intoxication, illegal personal use and/or rowdiness, and damage or destruction of property.
NOTE on Self-Reporting/Amnesty for Alcohol and Other Drugs: Individuals who self-report consumption or potential misuse of alcohol and other drugs will not face university disciplinary action. In cases of self-reporting, a member of the student life staff will meet with the student to determine the best educational and/or recovery options available for the student, if needed. In cases of self-reporting, the university will offer its own resources as well as community-based resources to help.
Addiction Resources in the Community (main campus)
A number of services are available in the area for persons dealing with addictions to alcohol or other substances. The following are treatment & rehabilitation programs and support services:
Support Groups
AA, Al-Anon, Alateen Blue Ridge Area Intergroup
Websites for complete list of meetings: Al-Anon: www.va-al-anon.org AA: www.aavirginia.org
Winchester
24 hour hotline (AA meetings) 667-0322
24 hour hotline (Al-Anon & Alateen meetings) 800-835-6130
Harrisonburg
Answering Service (AA) 434-8870
Additional Phone AA meetings (Valley) 568-2462
Toll-free AA/Alateen meetings 866-281-8456
Staunton
Answering Service/Intake 885-6912
Toll-free AA/Alateen meetings 866-281-8456
Addiction Support Group 678-391-5950
Woodstock
For information regarding dates and times for meetings, please call the number listed above.
Augusta Health 540-213-2509 or 540-941-2509
Fisherville
Substance abuse services
Cambios 540-434-1941 Harrisonburg
A Spanish-speaking group for people with alcohol or drug problems in the Harrisonburg area. Please call Allison Garcia at the number listed above.
Choices 540-564-5629 Harrisonburg
Alcohol and Drug Prevention program located at the Center for Behavioral Health
Harrisonburg-Rockingham Community Services Board 540-433-3100 or 540-434-1941
Harrisonburg
Offers information regarding substance abuse services
Narcotics Anonymous 1-800-777-5155
BRNA PO Box 623 Harrisonburg, VA 22803 Website: www.na.org
Please check the following website for a complete list of meetings in the Blue Ridge Area: www.brna.org
Sentara RMH Life Recovery Program: 540-564-5960
The EMU Counseling Center will assist any student in making contact with any of these agencies. Any such referral is confidential.