Drug and Alcohol Policy
Morton College prohibits the use, possession, distribution, dispensing and manufacture of illicit drugs or alcohol on Campus property, including buildings, grounds, in College vehicles or any College-leased facility. Anyone on campus under the influence of drugs or alcohol is subject to appropriate sanctions consistent with local, state and federal laws, and may include incarceration and/or monetary fines. Incidents involving students referred to the campus disciplinary system will follow the procedures outlined in the Morton College Student Handbook. Incidents involving employees will be processed in accordance with applicable laws and labor-management agreements. Educational programs discussing prevention and abuse of alcohol or drugs are offered periodically by the Student Activities Office. These programs are open to all students and employees.
Campus Smoking Policies
Effective January 1, 2011: All buildings on the Morton College campus continue to be designated as non-smoking areas as well as the grounds, parking lots, and College vehicles.
In accordance with the Smoke Free Illinois Act, 410 ILCS 82/1 et seq. (the “Act”), which prohibits smoking in any public place or any place of employment, smoking is prohibited at Morton College. Pursuant to the Act, the College may provide smoking areas that comply and/or exceed with the provisions of the Act; smoking is prohibited except in specifically designated smoking areas that are at least 15 feet out from the entrances, exits, windows and ventilation intakes of all College buildings. The current designated smoking area is visibly marked and located outside, 15 feet north of the Building B/Building C Foyer doors (between the Library and Cafeteria). No tobacco products may be sold or given out as complimentary items on Campus.
The purpose of this No Smoking Policy is to provide a healthy, clean, and safe environment for all students, staff, and general public who use College facilities. This policy recognizes that smoking is a matter of individual choice that should not infringe on the rights and desires of other individuals.
Morton College Campus Safety Officers may issue citations starting at $25 for first-time offenders and up to $50 for each additional violation. In addition, the College may refer students who violate this Policy to the appropriate Dean for disciplinary procedures pursuant to the Student Handbook. College employees may be subject to discipline pursuant to the policies and procedures applicable to their employment. Violators will be disciplined through regular administrative channels within their division at the College.
Questions or violations should be reported to the Campus Safety Office.
Enforcement of State Statues and Code of Conduct
In cases of violation of State statutes or Morton College Code of Conduct, the Morton College Campus Safety Department has two options; (1) refer violators to the Dean’s Office, which will enact appropriate discipline including suspension or referral to the Board for dismissal from the College, and/or (2) the Department may make arrests and press criminal charges.
Theft/Criminal Damage/Graffiti to College Property
Violations of the College’s code of Student Conduct prohibits theft / criminal damage/graffiti to college property or to the property of a member of the college community on campus or at an official College activity off campus by a student. It is the policy of the Morton College Police Department to enforce this policy in accordance with local and state laws in the event of such violations. Damage to college property including graffiti and other types of damage are violations of these sections (720 ILCS 5/21-4, 720 ILCS 5/21-1.3 and 720 ILCS 5/16-1) and may be punishable by state law, including a felony charge. Disciplinary actions may range from expulsion to incarceration. If you are a witness to any criminal damage/theft/or graffiti, you may submit information to policetips@morton.edu or submit anonymously via our online form here.