Barry Implements New Alcohol & Other Drug Policy

In cooperation with a national effort to eliminate high-risk and illegal drinking and substance abuse on today’s college campuses, Barry University has formally adopted a parental/legal guardian notification policy for alcohol and other drug violations committed by students under the age of 21. The specific policy, which became effective on July 1, 2003, is as follows:

In the event that a financially dependent student under 21 years of age is found to be in violation of any aspect of the Barry University Alcohol and Other Drug Policy, the University will provide the individual’s parent(s) or legal guardian(s) with written and/or verbal notification of the infraction.

As an important addition to Barry’s alcohol/other drug education, prevention, and early intervention program, the notification forges parental partnerships that help maximize student academic success and personal development. This approach is also consistent with the University’s commitment to fostering a caring, spiritual, and principled learning community.

Should you have questions or concerns about this new policy please feel free to contact The Office of Dean of Students at 305-899-4926.