Alcohol & Drug Policy
MSTC is committed to maintaining a drug-free learning and working environment, and adheres to the following policies:

Alcohol & Other Drug Policy & Procedures for Students
MSTC is committed to maintaining a drug-free learning environment. The MSTC Board, administration and staff recognize that the abuse of alcohol and other drugs interferes with a person's ability to learn and retain new information and increases the risk of accidents and serious health problems. All drugs chemically influence a person's motor skills, body functions and brain processes, interfering with judgment, perception, reaction time and other skills necessary to produce a safe and effective learning climate.

Intoxicants: Any use of intoxicants or other substances which might impair a student's performance or safety, or which might interfere with the student's proper functioning or behavior on campus or in class, is prohibited and may lead to immediate dismissal.

The unauthorized use, possession, manufacture, sale or delivery of illegal drugs and alcohol on district property or at any gathering of students or employees that is sponsored by the district is prohibited. Anyone participating in these activities will be reported to local law enforcement officials and to any federal granting or contracting agency as required by law.

Alcohol and Drug Policy for Employees
In order to provide a working environment free of drugs and alcohol, Mid-State Technical College has developed the following policy prohibiting the unauthorized use, possession, manufacture, sale, or delivery of illegal drugs or alcohol or the unauthorized use of prescription drugs on district property, or at any gathering of employees that is sponsored by the College. Anyone participating in these activities will be reported to local law enforcement officials and to any federal granting or contracting agency as required by law.

Employees found in violation of the policy shall, in addition to any penalties imposed by civil authorities, be subject to disciplinary action in accordance with procedures established by the College. Violators are subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination or dismissal.

Employees who impair their ability to perform because of use of alcohol, illegal drugs, or unauthorized use of prescription drugs off campus, or while on non-duty hours, are subject to this policy.

Employees may be required to participate in an appropriate rehabilitation program prior to returning to work. Successful completion of an appropriate program, including after care plan, may be a requirement for continued employment. Any employee testing positive following completion of a rehabilitation program will be subject to discharge.

Limited use of wines and spirits for instructional purposes in the College’s instructional program may be permitted under direct supervision of school officials.

The advertising of alcoholic beverages is prohibited on MSTC property and in college publications.

The College may require an employee to submit to testing for usage of alcohol, illegal drugs, or unauthorized use of prescription drugs. An employee may be tested for:

• Reasonable cause.
• If the employee has been involved in a work-related accident involving bodily injury or damage to property.
• As required or authorized by state or federal law.
• After the employee returns to work following completion of a rehabilitation program and periodically thereafter.

A consent form will be provided to such an employee when testing is deemed necessary. Such tests will not be used to test for other physical or medical conditions. Refusal of consent for testing will be deemed insubordination and shall subject the employee to discipline up to and including termination or dismissal.

Violations of this policy, confirmed positive test results, or refusal to consent to medical testing, will result in the immediate suspension of the affected employee pending a thorough investigation by the District.

Applicants for employment will be given a drug-screening test as a condition of initial employment. A positive test will result in the denial of the application.

The College will take all reasonable precautions and comply with applicable state and federal laws and regulations pertaining to employee privacy and confidentiality of test results.

The College will also conduct random drug testing as required by law. Presently this applies to those employees considered to be in high-risk jobs such as those required to possess a Commercial Driver’s License. Click on the following link for additional information regarding CDL holder regulations

Use of Liquor, Beer, or Wine on Campus
Mid-State Technical College does not to allow the use of liquor, beer, or other intoxicants on campuses during the normal class day. Students, college employees, and visitors are prohibited from bringing intoxicants on campus.

Liquor, beer, and wine may be dispensed at any college location during periods of time specifically designated for student activities. Permission to dispense intoxicants must be obtained from the Director of Facilities and Procurement for the Wisconsin Rapids Campus, the Campus Deans at the Marshfield and Stevens Point Campuses, and the Campus Supervisor at the Adams Center. Each of them shall be engaged in the necessary communications and shall monitor student activities in order to control and accommodate this policy.

Liquor, beer, and wine may be offered for resale by a third party provided appropriate licenses and insurance coverage is obtained and confirmed prior to the activity. Additionally, with approval from the College President, or Vice President of Student Affairs & Technology, or Vice President of Academic Affairs, liquor, beer, and wine may be provided for college-sanctioned events taking place after normal business hours.

Funds collected from students for activity purposes may not be used for liquor, beer, or wine. No tax dollars from federal, state, or local sources shall be used for this purpose.

Violation of this policy may result in disciplinary action.

In addition to college policies, legal sanctions under local, state and federal law for the unlawful possession or distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol may apply, including monetary penalties and/or imprisonment.