Drug and Alcohol Policy

MSU's Drug and Alcohol Policy

The MSU Drug and Alcohol Policy applies to all members of the University community – faculty, staff, and students. That Policy defines prohibited behavior and outlines consequences for violations. Also described are educational and counseling resources. Additional regulations specifically addressing student behaviors related to alcohol and other drugs can be found in the MSU Office of Spartan Experiences.

As outlined more fully in the Policy, General Student Regulations 2.06 and 2.07 prohibit the unlawful possession, use, or distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol by students on University property or as part of any of its activities. Consistent with state and federal law, MSU maintains a workplace free from the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession, or use of a controlled substance. The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession, or use of controlled substances, illicit drugs, and alcohol are prohibited on any property under the control of and governed by the Board of Trustees of Michigan State University, and at any site where work is performed by individuals on behalf of the University.

PA Medicine Additional Drug and Alcohol Policies

Clinical sites may also require additional criminal background checks and/or drug screening immediately prior to starting a rotation. If the program or a clinical site demands a spot drug test, failure to comply is tantamount to failing the drug test, with all applicable consequences.