Policies & Reports

Find reports, data and policies related to alcohol and other drugs at CU °Ç¸ç³Ô¹Ï. These resources support informed decision-making and outline expectations for students, staff and faculty.Ìý

Reports

CU °Ç¸ç³Ô¹Ï participates in campus and nationwide research to better understand substance use, student health behaviors and their impacts. Explore recent reports and program findings below.

Alcohol Impact Circles

Alcohol Impact Circles help students reflect on their experiences with alcohol through guided conversation and sharing stories. Students were asked to rate their level of agreement with several statements about their experience in the Alcohol Impact Circle.Ìý

Early Intervention Program Findings

Alcohol and Other Drug Early Intervention (AODEI) programs support students in reflecting on their knowledge, experiences and decision-making. These reports highlight key trends and outcomes from participation.Ìý

Buffs Discuss Substance Use

This peer-led program creates space for open conversations about substance use. Students reflect on their choices and identify ways to reduce risk or make changes.Ìý

Policies

CU °Ç¸ç³Ô¹Ï has policies and guidelines in place to support safety, well-being and accountability across the campus and °Ç¸ç³Ô¹Ï communities. The °Ç¸ç³Ô¹Ï has completed this biennial review of alcohol and other drug related programs and policies in compliance with the Drug Free Schools and Campuses Act.Ìý

Code of Conduct

All members of the CU °Ç¸ç³Ô¹Ï community share responsibility for upholding university standards and values. The Code of Conduct outlines expectations for ethical, respectful and lawful behavior.Ìý

Students are encouraged to call for help in alcohol- or drug-related emergencies. The student who seeks help and the person in need will not face formal university disciplinary sanctions (such as suspension, probation or expulsion).Ìý

Drug and Alcohol PenaltiesÌý

Federal policies related to financial aid and drug convictions have changed:Ìý

  • Drug convictions no longer result in a loss of federal financial aid eligibility.Ìý
  • The university is still required to share this information under federal law.Ìý
  • Some students may have a FAFSA processing hold related to prior convictions.Ìý

To resolve a hold, contact the U.S. Department of Education:Ìý

Colorado Laws and Regulations

Below is a partial list of state laws, regulations, and penalties regarding sale and use of alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs.Ìý Due to the volume of statutes, we are unable to list them all.Ìý For a complete listing, please visit theÌý.Ìý

Sale and distribution:
Colorado Revised Statute, TitleÌý12:ÌýProfessions and Occupations

  • Fermented malt beverages: CRS 12-46
  • Alcohol beverages: CRS 12-47
  • Liquors – special event permits: CRS 12-48
  • Medical marijuana: CRS 12-43.3

Possession, comsumption & furnishing:
Colorado Revised Statute, Title 18: Criminal Code

  • Illegal possession or consumption of ethyl alcohol by an underage person:ÌýCRS 18-13-122
  • Furnishing cigarettes or tobacco products to minors:ÌýCRD 18-13-121
  • Unlawful administration of gamma hydroxybutyrate (GHB) or ketamine:ÌýCRS 18-13-123
  • Uniformed controlled substances act of 1992, offenses and penalties: CRS 18-18-4 Ìý
  • Sentencing in criminal cases: CRS 18-1.3

Driving Under the Influence (DUI & DWAI)
Colorado Revised Statute, Title 42: Vehicles & Traffic

  • Alcohol and other drug offenses: CRS 42-4
  • Penalties & procedure: CRS 42-17

CU °Ç¸ç³Ô¹Ï Alcohol & Other Drugs Policy

In compliance with the federal Drug Free Schools and Communities Act, the °Ç¸ç³Ô¹Ï prohibits the unlawful manufacture, dispensation, possession, use, or distribution of a controlled substance (illicit drugs and alcohol) of any kind and of any amount. This prohibition applies even if the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) has issued a Medical Marijuana Registry identification card to an individual, permitting that individual to possess a limited amount of marijuana for medicinal purposes; those with medical marijuana cards are not permitted to use medical marijuana on campus.ÌýThese prohibitions cover any individual's actions which are part of any university activities, including those occurring while on university property or in the conduct of university business away from the campus.Ìý It is a violation of university policy for any member of the faculty, staff, or student body to jeopardize the operation or interests of the University of Colorado through the use of alcohol or drugs.ÌýSanctions that will be imposed by the University of Colorado for employees who are found to be in violation of this policy may include expulsion and/or termination of employment.ÌýCompliance with this policy is a condition of employment for all employees.Ìý

All students, staff, faculty and partners must request approval to host events where alcohol is served.Ìý

  • Requests must be submitted at least 15 calendar days in advanceÌý
  • Additional requirements may apply for special event permitsÌý

In accordance with the Drug Free Schools and Communities Act, CU °Ç¸ç³Ô¹Ï prohibits the unlawful manufacture, possession, use or distribution of drugs and alcohol in any university-related activity or setting.Ìý