Drug Free Schools and
Communities Act
University of WisconsinPlatteville Biennial
Review
2008-09
Prepared by:
Roger Meyer, M.S., N.C.C., L.P.C.
UWP AODA Coordinator
Director, UWP Counseling Services
Table of Contents
Policies …………………………………………………………………pages 3-8
UWP Campus …………………………………….pages 3-4
Student Housing ………………………………….pages 4-5
Athletics ………………………………………….pages 5-8
Education & Prevention Activities …………………………………… . pages 8-11
Alcohol Sanctions ……………………………………………………. . page 11
UW System & UWP AODA Spring, 2009 Survey Summary ………… pages 11-13
Drug Free Schools and Communities Act …………………..……...…. pages 13-15
- Standards of Conduct And University Sanctions Concerning Drugs & Alcohol
- State of Wisconsin & Federal Legal Sanctions
- Summary of the Health Effects of Drug & Alcohol Abuse
- Resources & the UWP Employee Assistance Program
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UWP Campus Policies (link = http://www.uwplatt.edu/university/documents/Student_Policies/alcohol.html
and at http://www.uwplatt.edu/stuaffairs )
Alcohol Policy
General Policies:
1. Persons under the age of 21 are not permitted to possess or consume alcohol.
2. Official identification (a driver's license or a Wisconsin identification card) is required to verify that a
person has attained the legal age for possessing and consuming alcohol. Identification must include a
picture of the owner.
3. No one may provide alcohol to underage persons. (Wisconsin State Chapter 125)
4. No one may serve alcohol to any person who is bordering upon intoxication or who is obviously already
intoxicated.
Campus Authority:
1. Alcohol Beverages. The use or possession of alcoholic beverages (fermented malt beverages and
intoxicating liquors containing 0.5% or more of alcohol by volume) is prohibited on all university
premises, except in faculty and staff housing, and as permitted by the chief administrative officer,
subject to statutory age restrictions. The chief administrative officer may generally permit the use or
possession of alcoholic beverages by promulgating institutional regulations as provided under sec. UWS
18.09, or in specific instances by written permission.
2. Under the authority of the UWS 18.06(13) and the conditions described in the UWP Alcohol Policy the
Chancellor permits the use or possession of alcohol beverages in the following areas:
1. in student housing units when and where specifically designated by the Director of Housing;
2. Student Center when and where specifically designated by the Director of the Student Center;
3. Dining Services facilities when and where specifically designated by the Director of Dining
Services; and
4. in any campus building or on any university lands when and where specifically designated and
where prior authorization has been granted in writing by the Assistant Chancellor for Student
Affairs.
3. Individuals, as well as groups, are subject to revocation or restriction of permission to possess and
consume alcohol if behavior is determined to be in violation of the alcohol policies of the University.
Other disciplinary action may be taken by the appropriate university officials.
4. University sponsored events may be terminated by university officials if the event becomes disruptive, if
the safety and security of individuals is threatened or if the alcohol policies of the University are
violated.
Students and Student Organizations:
1. Alcohol is not permitted as an incentive for participating in group activities, as prizes in contests of any
sort, or as the primary focus of a gathering on the campus by any campus organization. Non-alcohol
beverages and food items must be provided if alcohol is being served.
2. On-campus advertising for social events may not include specific reference to alcohol as a part of the
event. References to alcohol are prohibited in either printed word or graphic image.
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3. Social functions by student groups and organizations including residence hall groups, Greek
organizations, clubs, and teams where alcohol is to be served:
A. must be in compliance with all city ordinances, state laws, and university policies. Sponsors of
social functions should be aware that an off-campus event may require a Class "B" special
license. Sponsors should check with the Platteville City Clerk to determine if their event requires
this special license;
B. a separate area must be created to limit consumption of alcohol to that area and to insure that
only persons of legal age are admitted to the separate area.
UW-Platteville Buildings and Lands:
1. Open containers of alcohol are prohibited on the grounds of the campus, Memorial Park (a.k.a. picnic
grounds or driving range), the “M,” and the University Farm, except as permitted under regulation #6.
At athletic events, possession or consumption of alcohol is prohibited by University and Wisconsin
Intercollegiate Athletic Conference regulations.
2. Dining Services shall be the sole administrative unit authorized to conduct the sale of alcohol within
university buildings or on university lands.
3. When alcohol is served within university buildings or on university lands, the consumption of alcohol is
restricted to the serving area. No carryout sales are permitted.
4. Whenever alcohol is to be served within university buildings or on university lands, a special
identification procedure will be established if underage persons are to be in attendance at the event. This
may not apply to events that are private and catered by the university staff, e.g. receptions, banquets, etc.
5. Additional alcohol policies and procedures pertaining to residence halls are published in the Residence
Hall Handbook. Individuals with questions about the alcohol policy should contact the Office of Student
Affairs (1st floor Brigham, 342-1854).
Policies Specific To UW-Platteville Residence Halls:
The UWP University Alcohol Policy is published on the UWP webpage. All students are held responsible for
this policy. In addition, policies specific to UWP residence halls are incorporated as a component of the UWP
Alcohol Policy. They are as follow:
The Office of Student Housing takes the enforcement of the state 21-year old
drinking law and university alcohol policy very seriously.
One should note that in Residence Halls the DISCIPLINE and LEGAL PROCESSES are separate. One
may face legal consequences for their behavior and still face consequences in the discipline process.
Underage Consumption and/or Possession - If any underage student is found to be in possession of and/or
consuming alcoholic beverages, he or she will be reported on an incident report. If found in violation, Residence
Hall Probation and Alcohol Responsibility are typically given as a first offense sanction. A fee of $50 is
charged for the Alcohol Responsibility course. The Office of Student Housing strives to be educational in its
approach in enforcing state law.
If the student is confronted for a second violation and found responsible through the judicial process, the student
will be required to attend University Counseling Services class and will be moved to a different residence hall
and restricted from entering or being present in their current residence hall. The student will be billed $100 for
the cost of the course. Housing staff may inform parents that disciplinary action has occurred as a result of a
second alcohol policy violation. In addition, students who are found responsible for violating the alcohol policy
a second time will not be eligible to sign up during the room reservation process to live in Southwest Hall the
following year.
If a student is found in violation of the alcohol policy a third time, the student’s residence hall contract will be
terminated and the student will be restricted from the Residence Hall System altogether. The University Police
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may be called in to deal with underage students at any point in the process and will issue citations as deemed
necessary. If all roommates officially assigned to the room are underage, then that room is considered a “dry
room.” No alcohol or used, empty alcohol containers (can, bottles, etc.) may be brought into a dry room by
anyone. A resident of a dry room is held responsible for guests who bring alcohol into the room and the guest
also faces consequences.
Legal Age Possession and/or Consumption
The fact that alcoholic beverages are permitted in the residence halls for those of legal age does not reduce
concerns that noise and disruptive problems may result from drinking. You will be held fully responsible for the
University of Wisconsin-Platteville Alcohol Policy. For those of legal age for alcohol use, it is expected that
alcohol beverages will be used in MODERATION and that residents’ rights to privacy, sleep and study will
be respected. The use of alcohol kegs or common alcohol sources (wine boxes, etc.) are not allowed in the
residence halls. Alcohol is to be confined to residence hall rooms and is prohibited in hallways, restrooms and
other common areas. Decorative displays of empty alcohol containers are not allowed within residence
hall rooms as they may pose health, sanitation and alcohol policy enforcement concerns.
All residents are advised to remember that in the residence halls, drinking is a PRIVILEGE - not a right. For
that reason, loud and/or disruptive behavior, damages or drinking habits injurious to your physical health and/or
others’ may result in the removal of this privilege, as well as appropriate disciplinary action. This also refers to
students who may return to the residence halls under the influence of alcohol and cause a disturbance. Those
students can and will be held responsible under the alcohol policy guidelines.
Serving minors (those not of legal drinking age) with alcohol beverages is a violation of state law. Appropriate
disciplinary action and/or arrest can and will be taken if staff confront any violations. Individuals not of legal
drinking age are strictly prohibited from possessing or consuming alcohol in the residence halls. Underage
individuals choosing to possess/consume alcohol will face consequences. There will be no warnings by staff.
Violators confronted by staff will be referred to a hearing officer and may also be arrested by university police.
The Office of Student Housing takes underage drinking very seriously. Repeated offenses may result in
reassignment to another hall or suspension from the residence halls. The university police will be called into the
residence halls to deal with alcohol situations where all students do not produce proper identification upon
request, where individuals do not cooperate with requests of staff, and other situations that warrant police
intervention.
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-PLATTEVILLE
Athletic Department
Student-Athlete - Code of Conduct
"It matters how I present myself when I represent more than myself”
Participating in intercollegiate athletics is a privilege, not a right, which carries with it responsibility to
the student-athlete, the team, the entire athletic program, the student body, the university and the
community.
At UWP, student-athletes are provided with the opportunity and encouragement to progress towards
completion of the degree of their choice, while concurrently developing athletic abilities in an environment
consistent with high standards of academic scholarship, sportsmanship, leadership and institutional loyalty.
Athletics at UWP is part of the educational process in the development of the whole person.
The role of the student-athlete is a highly visible one. It places the individual in full view of the public, who
scrutinize the student-athlete’s behavior both on and off the playing surface. The student-athlete is a role
model and is held to a higher standard. A role model can be defined as: a person whom others will
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emulate or strive to equal in their adherence to the rules, regulations, expectations, positive behaviors and
effort required for successful athletic participation both on and off campus and in or outside of the athletic
arena. The role model sets a positive example. They ask themselves these questions: "If what I am doing is
shown on the 6:00 p.m. newscast, is this how I want people to see and remember me or the university I
represent? Would my actions or words be thought of in a positive way and generally be accepted? Would my
family and friends be proud of me? What would a small child, who looks up to me and comes each week to
cheer me on, think of my actions?“ A role model embraces and lives out ethical values like honesty, respect,
responsibility, fairness, caring and citizenship.
HEALTH AND MEDICAL RESPONSIBILITIES
* Participation is required in all department sponsored student enhancement seminars or functions, which
may include but are not limited to counseling, drug education, nutrition or alcohol education. Student athletes
are expected to keep themselves in top physical condition including getting the proper rest and
nutrition so that they can perform to the best of their abilities. You have a responsibility to your teammates
who are counting on you to be at your best. Student–athletes are responsible for continuing
training/rehabilitation programs prescribed by medical and coaching staffs.
* Alcohol consumption is highly discouraged at all times. Wisconsin State law sets the minimum age for the
purchase and drinking of alcoholic beverages at 21 years of age. Underage drinking is a violation of this
Code of Conduct. All student-athletes should understand that being in the presence of an underage person
consuming alcohol is implicitly condoning an illegal activity and constitutes a violation of the Code of
Conduct. Those in the presence of an underage individual consuming alcohol should 1) advise the
underage individual to cease the activity or 2) leave the environment if they fail to stop or you are
uncomfortable advising them to stop the activity. Further, providing either directly or indirectly, an
underage individual with alcohol is a clear violation of the Code of Conduct. Student-athletes are
prohibited from drinking alcoholic beverages whenever appearing as official representatives of the
University for athletic competition (including travel time), community and public service events,
appearances, and Department of Athletics sponsored events. If you are of age, never place yourself in a
compromising position, drive, or make a spectacle of yourself while under the influence of alcohol
* The use of illegal and/or "performance enhancing" drugs is totally inconsistent with the purpose of
intercollegiate athletics and creates a danger to the health and safety of student-athletes and their
teammates. The Athletic Department will not tolerate the use of these products. Violators of this policy
are also subject to penalty.
COMPLIANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
* Student-athletes must participate in all mandatory educational programs and assist the athletic
department administration by providing information regarding certification of eligibility and
NCAA/WIAC compliance issues whenever sought
* Student-athletes should be aware that they are prohibited under NCAA rules from receiving extra benefits,
defined as accepting anything that is not generally available to the student body
* It is an express violation of NCAA rules for a student-athlete to solicit or place a bet on any sporting
event
* Student-athletes are responsible for notifying the Athletic Director if they know of, or suspect, a
violation of NCAA/WIAC rules by self, a teammate, coach, member of the athletic staff, booster, or any
other person
* Violations of these and any other applicable NCAA or WIAC rules will be considered violations of the
Code of Conduct.
* Adhere to applicable NCAA rules and policies as addressed in the NCAA Student-Athlete Statement
that is administered annually prior to competition
* Adhere to all WIAC rules and policies governing student-athlete conduct and behavior
* Comply with individual sport team rules, as established by the Head Coach and/or Athletic Administration
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ACTION IF THE STUDENT-ATHLETE FAILS TO COMPLY
WITH THE ABOVE EXPECTATIONS
Each head coach will have their own set of team training and conduct rules that you are responsible for
knowing. The Athletic Administration will support appropriate disciplinary action taken by a coach. Failure
of the student-athlete to comply and adhere to these standards of conduct, either on or off campus, could
result in one or more of the following sanctions imposed by the Head Coach or Athletic Department in
addition to any sanctions imposed by campus or legal authorities. These sanctions, listed in no particular
order, will not replace campus or legal sanctions imposed for violations.
+ Counseling
+ Community Service
+ Suspension from contest/s
+ Suspension from the intercollegiate team
+ Dismissal from the intercollegiate team
+ Other such action as is deemed appropriate by the Head Coach of your sport or by the Athletic
Director in consultation with the Head Coach
Student-athletes who violate the Code of Conduct should immediately advise their Head Coach. Failure to
notify your Head Coach or athletic administration will be considered when imposing sanctions. Upon
notification of a violation of the code, the Head Coach will meet with the student-athlete, give the studentathlete
an opportunity to explain the situation, consult if they wish with athletic administration and impose
the penalty. The sanction/penalty will be explained in writing and provided to the student–athlete. Should the
student-athlete wish to appeal any disciplinary action, he or she should contact the Athletic Director.
The Athletic Department philosophy regarding the use of sanctions is primarily one of education. It focuses
on the growth and development of students’ potential through the encouragement of self-discipline and
responsibility.
The University of Wisconsin Platteville Student-Athlete Code of Conduct
* Student athletes are among the most visible students on campus as well as in the community.
Because of America's fascination with sports and those who play, a unique platform exists to be a
role model, mentor, or spokesperson. The University, the athletic program, and the student-athlete all
benefit from this exposure. However, this platform brings with it a whole set of privileges and
responsibilities. Social interaction and personal deportment of student-athletes, on and off campus,
becomes public knowledge.
As a student representing the University of Wisconsin-Platteville in intercollegiate athletic
competition, I
* Understand that participation in intercollegiate athletics is a privilege.
* Pledge to demonstrate good citizenship, sportsmanship, honesty, and integrity on the field or
court, on the campus, in the local community, and to otherwise represent the University in a
manner that brings pride to me, my family and the University.
* Will make the attainment of an academic degree a high priority.
* Will be a responsible member of each class, which includes attending, being prepared,
completing assignments, and participating at the level expected of all students in the class.
* Will abide by the rules and policies of the NCAA and the Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic
Conference (WIAC).
* Will abide by all University regulations and policies, including those of the Dining Hall, the
campus residence halls, the Text Book Center, the Financial Aid office and the parking
authority.
* Will abide by all sport-specific team rules, and the rules and policies of the Athletic Department
outlined in the Student-Athlete Code of Conduct and the UWP Student Handbook.
* Acknowledge that any violation of the Student-Athlete Code of Conduct will result in
appropriate discipline as outlined in the code.
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By signing below you affirm you have read and understand the Student-Athlete Code of Conduct. That it has
been reviewed with you by an Athletic Department staff member. You have been given the opportunity to
ask questions and have clarification and all my questions about the Student-Athlete Code of Conduct have
been answered to my satisfaction. Your signature also allows the Athletic Department (your coach or
Athletic Director) to be notified of inappropriate behavior/s as well as any sanctions levied by on or off
campus authorities for violations of the UWP Student Code of Conduct.
AODA Education & Prevention Program Final Summary Report
2007-08 Academic Year
Katie Tollefson, AODA Graduate Assistant
Involvement Fair
Mostly people who were required to come to the booths to learn about the organizations stopped by. We had a
display board with UMADD info on it as well as UMADD give-aways for anyone who stopped by. Pens and
sticky pads were the biggest give-aways. Approximately 5-10 people stopped
Homecoming
Since theme was Decades of Rock, we made a banner saying UROCK UMADD with the faces of KISS on it.
Banner looked great but was not well received at ceremony. Volunteers said there were many laughs when they
presented.
We also helped organize the seating for the Yell event. The Homecoming committee gave us the seating chart
and we basically had to tell the organizations that signed up where to sit. Went well according to volunteers.
Alcohol Awareness Week
We held a table at the student center each day during this week. Monday was Carnation give-away day and we
handed out 300 carnations, the same amount as the year before. Tuesday and Wednesday were informational
booths inside the student center and we only had approximately 10-20 people stop over the course of both days.
On Thursday, we were outside the student center and were giving sobriety tests to students using the beer
goggles from Campus Police. Approximately 30 students showed interest in that event. On Friday, we had
candy give-away inside the student center about drinking and driving. We gave away the remaining cups filled
with candy from last year’s AAW, which was approximately 30-35.
Great American Smokeout
Since Student Health Services was doing another event that day, we held a table promoting the GAS. We used
the Mr. Butts costume from Health Services and had a volunteer stand outside giving away wristbands to
students. We gave away about 50 wristbands that day, some inside and some outside the student center. We
also promoted students to “Go Cold Turkey” and asked that Glenview and the PSC Crossing be sure to have
turkey sandwiches on their deli menu that day. We made signs that promoted the sandwiches and placed them
around campus and in the eating areas where Dining Services allowed us to do so.
Tie One On For Safety and 3D Month
We held tables at the student center again with information about drinking and driving. We encouraged
students to use the red ribbons and tie them onto their car or backpack. Only about 20 students stopped at the
booth. We also gave ribbons to our volunteers and they passed them out in their classes during the period
between Thanksgiving and the end of the semester.
Safe Spring Break Party Challenge
When: March 5 and 6, 2008
How many People: We had 5 residence halls participate (4 parties) and 9 organizations participate (7 parties).
Over 500 students attended over the course of both nights.
Evaluation: Went great this year. People really liked the new categories and chance to win in more than one
category instead of the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place categories. Results of host and guest surveys can be found on
SurveyMonkey site. Much easier way to gather this information after parties.
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Changes: include a w-9 in registration packet (already done) for the Purchasing department. This is because if a
student receives over $600 in prize money from UWP, then that should be reported on taxes as taxable income
for that person. This is why we prefer to have the checks written out to an organization with an FEIN – federally
exempt identification number, so we can avoid this affecting a student’s taxes.
I would also require the parties to be thrown during a certain time frame. Some parties were thrown from 6-8pm
and really weren’t stopping people from going out and partying later in the night. Also, educational components
must be interactive. Parties with ed. Components that consisted of just posters on walls were not effective in
getting a message out. These are college students and they should be able to be more creative and go one step
further. Pickard Hall and the Kappa Alpha Sigma/Sigma Pi both had excellent educational components where
students were actually learning about things.
Wellness Fair
Basically people had to guess a fast food meal from the “menu” we had and it had to equal less than a certain
number of calories and grams of fat. This was to make people aware of how many calories and fat are in fast
food. To visualize this, a certain amount of grams of fat was equivalent to a tablespoon or teaspoon of Crisco
shortening and put in a bag. This visualization really hit home with people about thinking twice before eating at
fast food places. I would say we got the most reactions out of females. Reactions about the alcohol calories
weren’t as harsh but females paid more attention to that as well. Our booth seemed to be received well and we
got about 30-35 people who inquired about the game and gave out the same number of carabineers.
Sunday Funday Town Hall Meeting
An afternoon filled with a panel discussion, viewing of “This Place”, and creating actions plans of how
communities can work together to combat alcohol issues. Snacks were provided and sundaes were given to
participants are the end of the event.
How many People: not too many people – it was a very nice day outside. We had about 20 people there and that
included volunteers and the SAFE Coalition members.
Evaluation: I would not do this on a Sunday afternoon because you are fighting “family time”. And on a
college campus, many students have not come back from their weekends yet – or are recovering from their
weekends.
Social Norms Marketing Campaign
I had Bernie Harris’ Intro to marketing class come up with campaign ideas. The winning idea is what we will be
using next year – I want to be a positive influence, not under the influence. Using the celebrity approach to this
campaign, we will be using junior students who want to represent this message. They must have a good
reputation and be willing to sign a release, allowing us to use their image and words in several media outlets on
campus – posters, ads, PSA's on the radio and campus TV ads. We will pay for this stuff through our account,
but we have the Dept. of Transportation grant for $5000 that will reimburse us for any costs. Ask Roger how to
do this!
I would suggest getting a couple of people to agree to be on the posters and going from there. One person
already on the sample is Charlie Lohoff but I’m not sure if he graduated or not. We want exemplary people
from athletics, Greeks, housing, student government, etc.
Heather Fishler from publications started the posters, but I believe graduated. You need to call publications and
ask them to have someone take over that project and get the following changed on the poster: the message at the
top needs to be changed to “I want to be a positive influence, not under the influence”. Also, we want to
include a positive stat from the survey on the poster as well. For example, since Charlie’s poster is about the
perception that he needed to drink to fit in, you can use the stat that one in four UWP students have not used
alcohol in the past month to have fun. This message can be switched around and phrased in several ways. Ask
students which message they would affects them more: one in four UWP students did not use alcohol in the past
month OR 26% of all UWP students did not use alcohol in the past 30 days. Also be sure to reference the
survey so people know where the results are from –ex: (2007 UWP AODA Survey).
DOT Grant
I applied for the Phase IV of the DOT Grant in February to aid in financing the social norms marketing
campaign mentioned above. We were approved for $5000. This money will aid in printing posters, buying ad
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space in the Exponent, and any cost in creating PSA’s or television ads and their placement of their respective
media outlets. The grant period ends at the end of September, initially. We will be reimbursed for any charges
as we must send in the receipts in order to do so. We are allowed to use the money after the end of September
as well.
2008-09 Academic Year
Kara Delaney, AODA Graduate Assistant
Involvement Fair
Mostly people who were required to come to the booths to learn about the organizations stopped by. We had a
display board with UMADD info on it as well as UMADD give-aways for anyone who stopped by. Pens and
sticky pads were the biggest give-aways. Approximately 5-10 people stopped. We were only at the Fair for
one day. I would recommend going for more days.
Oh Snap!
On Friday September 19th from 4-10 pm I attend the Oh SNAP event here at the UW-P campus. It was a great
way for students to get together to discuss issues that face the campus and come up with possible ways to
educate students on the dangers of irresponsible drinking.
Homecoming
The theme was P-Vegas, we participated with making a banner that looks like the welcome to las vegas sign.
Banner looked great , we incorporated the UMADD in with it. However, there were other groups with the same
idea.
Alcohol Awareness Week
We held a table at the student center each day during this week. Monday was Carnation give-away day and we
handed out 300 carnations, the same amount as the year before. I would recommend 200 flowers. Tuesday and
Wednesday were informational booths inside the student center and we only had approximately 100 people stop
over the course of both days. On Tuesday we rented the beer goggles from campus police and used the tricycles
outside the PSC. On Wednesday we educated students on how much is really in a drink. I think student were
shocked to see what they are really putting in their drinks. On Thursday, we played root beer pong. Discussed
the dangers of drinking games. Approximately 30 students showed interest in that event. On Friday, we had
car fresheners and cups from Bacchus network. Each day we had a nice response. We also handed out an AA tshirt.
Great American Smokeout
Since Student Health Services was doing another event that day, we held a table promoting the GAS. We joined
the Health Services and Grant county and had one big table. We had a little interest.
Tie One On For Safety and 3D Month November 25th and December11th
We held tables at the student center again with information about drinking and driving. We encouraged
students to use the red ribbons and tie them onto their car or backpack. We did a trivia game and gave a Stop
Drinking and driving t-shirt away. We also gave ribbons to our volunteers and they passed them out in their
classes during the period between Thanksgiving and the end of the semester.
Safe Spring Break Party Challenge
When: March 4 and 5, 2009
How many People: We had 1 residence halls participate and 3 organizations participate. Over 300 students
attended over the course of both nights.
Evaluation: We did not have the participation this year as last year. I would recommend to send stuff before
winter break. The parties that were held were fun and everyone seemed to enjoy themselves
I would also require the parties to be thrown during a certain time frame. Some parties were thrown from 6-8pm
and really weren’t stopping people from going out and partying later in the night. Also, educational components
must be interactive. Parties with ed. Components that consisted of just posters on walls were not effective in
getting a message out. These are college students and they should be able to be more creative and go one step
further.
Wellness Fair
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We handed out whistle with a light. The fair was in April which is also Alcohol Awareness Month and
Domestic violence month and since sometimes those go hand in hand we ordered whistles. We had a board
about relationship and getting along with others. People were interested and asked if we do talks at work places.
It was a good fair but no well attended.
DOT Grant
I applied for the Phase V of the DOT Grant and we were approved for $ 5000 and we had a chance to apply for
another 1,200 which we were also approved for. We used this money to help with the advertising of events and
cost of t-shirts and promotional items. We worked with the Grant County Health Department and University
Health Services on a few projects. It was nice to have prizes for students who inquired about what we were
doing or what information that we had to offer.
Alcohol & Other Drug Education & Assessment Class
Residence Hall Alcohol Sanction – Second Offense
Off-Campus Referral
Course: three 90 minute classes plus a one hour individual follow-up session
2008: 53 Students completed the course
2009: 27 Students completed the course
2008-09 Residence Hall Alcohol Sanctions
Underage Consumption – First Offense
2008: 232 students
2009: 145 students
2009 UWP/UWS Alcohol & Other Drug Use Survey Summary
2009 = 461 (sample = 2000)
2007 = 1020 (Sample = 2000)
2005 = 1654 (Sample = all students)
2009 Major Findings for UWP (NOTE: statistical “trends” cannot be made due to only two administrations of the survey):
 Binge drinking, while remaining high, has decreased slightly from 2007 (#4) NOTE: however, the definition changed
slightly to identify a specific time period of 2 hours

Respondents = 64% male; 36% female

Students continue to perceive that other UWP students drink much more than they actually do (#3)

32% reported not drinking any alcohol before or since attending college (UW System = 28%)
44% were of legal drinking age
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
Driving under the influence has remained the same since 2007(#5)

Marijuana remains the most common illegal drug and has risen sharply since 2007(46% indicated using at least once in the
past 30 days)
Specific Statistics: (% may not equal 100 due to rounding)
1.
Question: Over past 30 days, how many days did you use alcohol? (NOTE: 2009 = combined those who indicated they
do not drink with those who do drink but not in last 30 days)
None
1-10
11-30
2.
2007 UWS
22%
62
15
2005 UWP
22%
59
19
2009 UWP
48%
36
16
2009 UWS
2007 UWP
85%
8
7
2007 UWS
79%
10
11
2005 UWP
73%
12
15
2009 UWP
2%
50
48
2009 UWS
2007 UWP
1%
47
52
2007 UWS
1%
49
50
2005 UWP
<1%
35
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Question: In the last 2 weeks, how many times have you had 5 or more drinks in one sitting (revised in 2009 survey to
a 2 hour time frame)?
None
1
2
3-5
6+
5.
2007 UWP
26%
60
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Question: Over the past 30 days, how many days do you think the average undergraduate student used alcohol?
None
1-10
11-30
4.
2009 UWS
33%
76
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Question: Over past 30 days, how many days did you use cigarettes?
None
1-10
11-30
3.
2009 UWP
38%
75
18
2009 UWP
46%
18
18
12
5
2009 UWS
2007 UWP
45%
17
15
16
7
2007 UWS
46%
17
13
17
5
2005 UWP
41%
15
12
20
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Question: How often have you experienced the following due to your drinking in the past year:
Hangover
Performed poorly on test/project
Damaged property, pulled fire alarm, etc.
Got into an argument or fight
Got nauseated/vomited
Missed a class
Been criticized because of your drinking
Thought you might have a drinking problem
Had a memory loss
Did something you later regretted
Driven under the influence
Been hurt/injured
2009 UWP
84%
26
7
45
71
38
32
12
47
46
28
24
2009 UWS
84%
22
7
40
71
34
33
14
50
49
30
20
12
2007 UWP
69%
24
6
31
58
30
28
10
39
37
28
18
2007 UWS
84%
25
7
42
71
38
34
14
48
49
33
20
2005 UWP
69%
20
10
38
60
38
31
14
44
47
34
23
6.
How frequently in the past, has someone else’s drinking:
2009 UWP
Interrupted studying
Made you feel unsafe
Damaged your property/environment
Discouraged you from participating in athletic
teams/groups
Had an adverse effect in your involvement on
a team/organized grp
Interfered with class attendance/activities
Prevented you from enjoying events
Resulted in you riding with an intoxicated
driver
2009 UWS
2007 UWP
2007 UWS
2005 UWP
32
16
22
5
39%
16
27
5
36%
18
24
4
42%
20
29
5
4
4
2
3
23
15
7
19
12
8
16
14
8
22
16
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Standards of Conduct And University Sanctions
Concerning Drugs & Alcohol
The Drug Free Schools and Communities Act Amendments of 1989, Public Law 101-226, requires that each
institution of higher education shall annually distribute to each student and employee information that clearly
sets forth university policy regarding the prohibition of illicit drugs and alcohol. UW-Platteville subscribes to
the goals of the Drug Free Schools and Communities Act and takes this opportunity to alert students and
employees to our expectations.
The University of Wisconsin System and University of Wisconsin-Platteville prohibit the unlawful possession,
use, distribution, manufacture, or dispensing of illicit drugs and alcohol by students and employees on
university property or as part of university activities.
The use or possession of alcoholic beverages is prohibited on university premises, except in faculty and staff
housing and as expressly permitted by the chief administrative officer or under institutional regulations, in
accordance with s. UWS 18.06(13)(a), Wis. Adm. Code. Without exception, alcohol consumption is governed
by Wisconsin statutory age restrictions under s. UWS 18.06(13)(b), Wis. Adm. Code.
The unlawful use, possession, distribution, manufacture, or dispensing of illicit drugs ("controlled substances"
as defined in ch. 161, Wis. Stats.) is prohibited in accordance with s. UWS 18.10, Wis. Adm. Code.
Violation of these provisions by a student may lead to the imposition of a disciplinary sanction, up to and
including suspension or expulsion, under s. UWS 17.06(1)(c), Wis. Adm. Code. University employees are also
subject to disciplinary sanctions for violation of these provisions occurring on university property or the work
site or during work time, up to and including termination from employment. Disciplinary sanctions are initiated
and imposed in accordance with applicable procedural requirements and work rules, faculty and academic staff
policies, and collective bargaining agreements. Referral for prosecution under criminal law is also possible.
Further, violations of ss. 18.06(13) and 18.10, Wis. Adm. Code may result in additional penalties as allowed
under ch. UWS 18, Wis. Adm. Code.
Employees who are convicted of any criminal drug statute violation occurring in the workplace must notify
their dean, director, or department chair within 5 days of the conviction if the employees are employed by the
university at the time of the conviction.
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State of Wisconsin & Federal
Legal Sanctions
Wisconsin
The laws of Wisconsin prohibit drug possession and delivery through the Uniform Controlled Substances Act,
Wis. Stat. 161, and mandate stiff penalties that include up to 15 years of prison and fines up to $500,000. A
person with a first-time conviction for possession of a controlled substance can be sentenced to up to one year
in prison and fined up to $5,000, under Wis. Stat. 161.41(2r)(b). The penalties vary according to the amount of
drug confiscated, the type of drug found, the number of previous offenses by the individual, and whether the
individual intended to manufacture the drug, sell the drug, or use the drug. See Wis. Stat. 161.41. In addition to
the stringent penalties for possession or delivery, the sentences can be doubled when exacerbating factors are
present, such as when a person distributes a controlled substance to a minor, Wis. Stat. 161.46(1).
Substantial restrictions against alcohol abuse also exist in Wisconsin. It is against the law to sell alcohol to
anyone who has not reached the legal drinking age of 21, and there is a concurrent duty on the part of an adult
to prevent the illegal consumption of alcohol on his premises, Wis. Stat. 125.07 (1)(a)(1). Violation of this
statute can result in a $500 fine. It is against the law for an underage person to attempt to buy an alcoholic
beverage, falsely represent his age, or enter a licensed premises, and that person can be fined $500, ordered to
participate in a supervised work program, and have his/her drivers license suspended, Wis. Stat. 125.07(4)(3).
Harsher penalties exist for the retailers of alcoholic beverages, including up to 90 days in jail and revocation of
the retail liquor permit.
Federal
The federal government has recently revised the penalties against drug possession and trafficking through its
Federal Sentencing Guidelines which reduce the discretion that federal judges may use in sentencing offenders
of federal drug statutes. Under these guidelines, courts can sentence a person to up to 6 years for unlawful
possession of a controlled substance, including the distribution of a small amount (less than 250 grams) of
marijuana. A sentence of life imprisonment can result from a conviction of possession of a controlled substance
that results in death or bodily injury. Possession of more than 5 grams of cocaine can trigger an intent to
distribute penalty of 10-16 years in prison, U.S.S.G. s. 2D2.1(b)(1).
Summary of the Health Effects Of
Drug & Alcohol Abuse
The following is a partial list of drugs, and the consequences of their use. The effect is clear. The use of alcohol
and other drugs is detrimental to the health of the user. Further, the use of drugs and alcohol is not conducive to
an academic atmosphere. Drugs impede the learning process and can cause disruption for other students and
disturb their academic interests. The use of drugs in the workplace may also impede the employee's ability to
perform in a safe and effective manner, and may result in injuries to others. Early diagnosis and treatment of
drug and alcohol abuse is in the best interests of the student, employee, and university.
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Marijuana and hashish are deleterious to the health and impair the short-term memory and comprehension of the
user. Their use alters the sense of time, and reduces the ability of the user to perform tasks requiring
concentration and coordination. It increases the heart rate and appetite. Motivation and cognition can be altered,
making acquisition and retention of new information difficult. Long-term use may result in psychological
dependence and can produce paranoia and psychosis. Because these drugs are inhaled as unfiltered smoke, they
are damaging to the lungs and pulmonary system and they have more cancer-causing agents than tobacco.
Cocaine or crack stimulates the central nervous system and is extremely addictive. It can cause psychological
and physical dependency on the drug, which can lead to dilated pupils, increased pulse rate, elevated blood
pressure, insomnia, loss of appetite, paranoia, and seizures. It can also cause death by disrupting the brain's
control of the heart and respiration.
The use of other stimulants and amphetimines can have the same effect as cocaine use, causing increased heart
rate and blood pressure which can result in stroke or heart failure. Symptoms include dizziness, sleeplessness,
and anxiety. It can also lead to psychosis, hallucinations, paranoia, and even physical collapse.
Depressants and barbiturates can cause physical and psychological dependence that can lead to respiratory
depression, coma, and death, especially when used in concert with alcohol. Withdrawal can lead to restlessness,
insomnia, convulsions, and even death.
LSD, PCP, mescaline, and peyote are classified as hallucinogens. Hallucinogens interrupt the brain messages
that control the intellect and keep instincts in check. Large doses can produce convulsions and coma, heart and
lung failure. Chronic users experience persistent memory problems and speech difficulties for up to a year after
their use. Because the drugs stop the brain's pain sensors, drug experiences may result in severe self-inflicted
injuries.
Users of narcotics, such as heroin, codeine, morphine, and opium develop dependence and increase the
likelihood of an overdose which can lead to convulsions, coma, and death.
Alcohol is chemically classified as a mind-altering drug because it contains ethanol and has the chemical power
to depress the action of the central nervous system. This depression affects motor coordination, speech, and
vision. In large amounts, it can affect respiration and heart-rate control. Death can result when the level of blood
alcohol exceeds 0.40%. Prolonged abuse of alcohol can lead to alcoholism, malnutrition, and cirrhosis.
Resources For Drug & Alcohol Abuse Treatment
The Wisconsin Department of Health and Social Services, through its Division of Community Services,
provides an on-point summary of the numerous facilities that provide treatment for drug and alcohol addiction.
Their Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Office will send a pamphlet detailing the statewide and local resources for
drug and alcohol abuse treatment. You can request a pamphlet by calling (608) 266-2717 or writing:
Wisconsin Clearinghouse
315 North Henry Street
Madison, WI 53703
Employees who have problems with alcohol or controlled substances are encouraged voluntarily to contact their
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Coordinator for referral to counseling or treatment programs. Voluntary
contacts with the EAP Coordinator may remain confidential. The UW-Platteville EAP Coordinator is Richard
Voelz (608) 342-1530; 401 Warner Hall.
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