• Psychological - The use/abuse of alcohol or controlled substances very often leads to forgetfulness, the inability to concentrate, impaired decision making skills, the inability to recall previously known information or events (blackouts), anxiety, paranoia, and hallucinations.
• Interpersonal/Social - Problems with personal identity, failure to meet personal goals, loss of student status, loss of job (work-study or other), loss of scholarships, and ineffective communication skills with both friends and family are some of these risks. Accountability for actions is an adult characteristic. Persons who are under the influence of alcohol or other controlled substances continue to be held accountable for their actions regardless of the level of drug-induced impairment.
• Other - Unplanned pregnancy and unplanned parent status frequently are the result of the misuse of alcohol or controlled substances. Destruction of personal property or community property is a risk to all who misuse these substances. Responsibility for another person's actions secondary to enabling maladapted behavior may result in a financial obligation to all persons present.

Reporting

The community is encouraged to report any student concerns to the Dean of Students.

Counseling Services

Kentucky State provides special assistance for substance abuse and chemical dependency through its counseling services. If someone is concerned about their alcohol or other drug use, they can contact Student Affairs. Trained counselors are available by appointment.

Kentucky State University Title IX Policy Purpose:

Members of the campus community are entitled to an educational and working environment free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.

Title IX Policy Statement:

Kentucky State University is legally bound by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits sex- and gender-based discrimination in educational programs that receive federal funds. Erik Carlsen-Landyserves as the Title IX Coordinator for Kentucky State University and oversees the investigation of all complaints filed. His designee is Lisa Lang, General Counsel. The following document serves to provide information about the legal definitions of prohibited behaviors, as well as resources and reporting and resolution procedures for incidents that fall under the purview of Title IX. Some of the policies do apply more broadly to many discriminatory behaviors that are not governed by Title IX, but the specific reporting and resolution policies described here refer to sex and gender based discrimination that interferes with the educational mission of the University. Such interference can happen under any of the following conditions:

• Any action that constitutes a criminal offense as defined by federal, state, or local law;
• Any situation where it appears that the respondent may present a danger or threat to the health or safety of self or others;
• Any situation that significantly infringes upon the rights, property, or achievements of others or significantly breaches the peace and/or causes social disorder; and/or
• Any situation that is detrimental to the educational interests of the University.
• Any situation that creates a hostile environment on campus or in an off-campus education program or activity.

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