Emmanuel College sets forth policies and procedures for all members of the student body. This is a collection of the most prevalent aspects of our community. However, please be advised that there are individual offices and other continuants that will clearly communicate their expectation of your review to understand more specific criteria for success. For example, all students should familiarize themselves with the academic catalog and the policies set forth in an academic setting. Students should also ensure that any written communication from the College should be reviewed in a timely manner and responded to according to instructions. It is imperative that students engage in the communication process.
 

Academic Policies

The Office of the Registrar is the resource for course registration and schedules, academic policies, grades, transcript requests, enrollment verification, approvals of off-campus coursework, including study abroad, and confirming graduation eligibility. For a full listing of academic policies and services provided by the office, please review the description in the final chapter of the student handbook or visit the Registrar’s Website.
 

Alcohol Policy

The Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act of 1989

The federal Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act of 1989 requires all institutions of higher education to adopt and implement a program to prevent the use of illicit drugs and the abuse of alcohol by students and employees as a condition of the institution receiving federal funds or any other form of financial assistance under any federal program. This policy is being issued by the College in compliance with the requirements of that Act. Emmanuel College strives to provide a safe and healthy environment for student growth and development and the achievement of academic success. The College policy on alcohol use is designed to promote these goals and to reduce the harm resulting from the misuse and abuse of alcohol. Along with substantial health and safety risks are potentially significant legal consequences. Students, staff and faculty of Emmanuel are urged to familiarize themselves with the information contained within this policy.

Guidelines for Alcohol Policy

Emmanuel College is a primarily alcohol-free campus. Except for permitted suites in St. Julie Hall and on the Notre Dame Campus, in accordance with the Alcohol Policy for St. Julie Hall Apartments put forth in the Residence Life Policies and Procedures portion of the handbook and through communication from the Office of Residence Life and Housing, the possession, use, or distribution of alcohol by any student or guest on campus or at off-campus Emmanuel-sponsored events is prohibited. Students are prohibited from participating in any College activity, on or off college premises, while under the influence of alcohol. No alcohol beverage containers including but not limited to suspected use of shot glasses, drinking game devices, or other items affiliated with the consumption or possession of alcohol are allowed in any campus building or property controlled or leased by the College regardless of the owner's age. Students who are over the age of 21 may request a rare exception to this policy for a special event or activity (for example, during senior week) by contacting the Dean of Students/Chief Student Affairs Officer.

Sanctions for Non-Compliance

Students are required to abide by all requirements of the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act and this policy as a condition of continued enrollment at the College. A student who violates any provision of this policy is subject to disciplinary action, up to and including expulsion from the College. Also, in appropriate circumstances, as determined by the College, law enforcement officials may be notified. Unlawful possession, use, or distribution of alcohol may subject a student to criminal penalties.

Enforcement

Persons suspected of bringing alcohol on their person or in their belongings on property owned or leased by the College will be subject to search by residence hall staff, Campus Safety staff or other authorized personnel. The responding staff member will document the situation and all students involved may be subject to disciplinary action. Residence hall staff will address any persons suspected of using or keeping alcohol in a residence hall. In such an instance, residence hall staff will conduct a visual inspection of the location and require the person(s) to gather and, in the presence of the responding staff member, discard all alcohol. Residence hall staff in conjunction with Campus Safety and/or other authorized personnel will assess the condition of any intoxicated persons involved and provide appropriate care. If such an incident occurs in a residence hall room, any guest of the resident(s) at that time will be asked to leave the room and/or hall. The responding staff member(s) will document the situation and all students involved may be subject to disciplinary action.

Alcohol and The Laws of The Commonwealth of Massachusetts

The legal age in Massachusetts is defined by M.G.L. 138 12, which makes it unlawful for licensed vendors to sell to anyone under 21 years of age. Minors are not permitted to purchase or even make arrangements to purchase alcoholic beverages (M.G.L. 138 34A). It is also unlawful for minors to transport any alcoholic beverages (M.G.L. 13834B). Anyone who procures any alcoholic beverages for a minor violates M.G.L. 138 34. The sale of alcoholic beverages by a licensed vendor to a minor is illegal under M.G.L. 138 34, which also makes it unlawful for a patron to procure such beverages for a minor at any licensed establishment. The penalty for violating this law is a $1000 fine or six months imprisonment or both. Minors may not misrepresent their age in order to purchase or attempt to purchase any alcoholic beverages (M.G.L. 148 34A). The same law makes it illegal to deface, alter or otherwise falsify an identification card to obtain alcoholic beverages. The penalty for violating this statute is a $300 fine. Those of legal age are precluded by the same law from making a false statement about a minor's age in order to effectuate a sale to a minor or from inducing a minor to make a false statement in order to obtain alcoholic beverages. Persons under 21 years of age may not transport alcoholic beverages and those who do so while operating an automobile are subject to revocation of their driver's license for a maximum of three months (M.G.L. 138 34C).

Alcohol and The Laws of The City of Boston (From the Boston Police Department District 14 Newsletter)
Open Containers
It shall be unlawful for a person to drink from or possess an open container of alcoholic beverages, in or upon any public way, in any park, or playground, or on the private property of another without the consent of the owner. Penalty: Any person in violation of this ordinance shall be punished by a fine and may be placed under arrest.

Procuring Alcohol for Underage Persons

No person shall agree to procure for or deliver to an individual under the age of 21, any alcoholic beverage, sealed or open. The burden of ascertaining whether the recipient is at least 21 years of age is on the person delivering the beverages. Penalty: Any person in violation of this ordinance shall be punished by a fine not exceeding $50. Any person convicted of violating this statute shall be punished by a fine not exceeding $2,000 or by imprisonment for up to six months or both.

Procurement by Intimidation

No person under the age of 21 shall persuade, intimidate or otherwise cause another to purchase or obtain alcoholic beverages intended for consumption. Penalty: Any person convicted of violating this statute shall be punished by a fine not exceeding $300 for each conviction. A conviction for a violation of this section will be reported to the Registrar of Motor Vehicles by the court. The registrar shall suspend for ninety days the defendant's license or right to operate a motor vehicle.

Fake ID

No person shall willfully misrepresent his or her age or in any way alter, deface or otherwise falsify his identification offered as proof of age with the intent of purchasing alcoholic beverages.

Penalty

Any person who violates this statute shall be punished by a fine of $300. A conviction of a violation of this section shall be reported to the Registrar of Motor Vehicles by the court. The registrar shall suspend the defendant's license or right to operate a motor vehicle for ninety days.

Transportation of Alcohol

No person under the age of 21 and who is not in the company of a parent or legal guardian shall knowingly possess or transport any alcohol. This section does not apply to a person between the ages of 18 to 21 acting in the scope of his or her employment. A police officer may arrest without a warrant any person who violates this statute. Penalty: Any person who violates this statute shall be punished by a fine of not more than $50 for the first offense and not more than $150 for each subsequent offense. A conviction for a violation of this section shall be reported to the Registrar of Motor Vehicles by the court. If the defendant was operating a motor vehicle at the time of the violation, the registrar shall suspend the defendant's license to operate a motor vehicle for not more than three months. Please note that the Boston Police Department is notified of the sale of all Keg Beer. If you have a party or purchase a keg for a party, you could be charged for procurement if officers discover underage guests at the party.

Education

The Office of the Dean of Students works collaboratively with the departments of Residence Life, Counseling, Health Services and Campus Safety and various student groups to offer programs to educate students about the negative consequences associated with drug and alcohol use. Programs include alcohol/drug education during new student orientation, training for Residence Life staff and special programs conducted for the Emmanuel College community with the assistance of outside agencies.

Health Risks Associated with The Use and Abuse of Alcohol

Alcohol affects every organ in the drinker's body. Intoxication can impair brain function and motor skills, and heavy use can increase risk of certain cancers, stroke, and liver disease. Alcohol interferes with the brain's communication pathways and can affect the way the brain looks and works. These disruptions can change mood and behavior and make it harder to think clearly and move with coordination. Drinking a lot over a long time or too much on a single occasion can damage the heart, causing problems including the following: cardiomyopathy, arrhythmias, stroke, and high blood pressure. Heavy drinking takes a toll on the liver and can lead to a variety of problems and liver inflammations including steatosis, or fatty liver, alcoholic hepatitis, fibrosis, and cirrhosis. Alcohol causes the pancreas to produce toxic substances that can eventually lead to pancreatitis, a dangerous inflammation and swelling of the blood vessels in the pancreas that prevent proper digestion. Drinking too much alcohol can increase your risk of developing certain cancers, including cancers of the mouth, esophagus, throat, liver and breast. Alcohol can also weaken your immune system, making your body a much easier target for disease. Chronic drinkers are more liable to contract diseases like pneumonia and tuberculosis than people who do not drink too much. Drinking a lot on a single occasion slows your body's ability to ward off infections—even up to 24 hours after becoming intoxicated.

Emergency Assistance

Students are encouraged to contact Campus Safety at 617 735-9710 for assistance when persons who are suspected of being under the influence of alcohol may pose a danger to themselves or the community. (See Good Samaritan Amnesty Policy – Safety First)

Student Affairs

Rehabilitation

A student who has been determined by the College to have used or to have been under the influence of alcohol in violation of this policy may, at the College's discretion, be permitted to participate in a rehabilitation program approved by the College as an alternative to dismissal. Generally, only a student who has not previously violated this policy and whose conduct and performance are otherwise satisfactory to the College will be considered for discipline short of expulsion. Such a student will successfully complete an approved rehabilitation program as a condition of continued enrollment. The cost of the program is the responsibility of the student, but may be covered, in whole or in part, by the individual's health insurance, depending on the terms of the policy. The College strongly encourages students to seek assistance for problems with alcohol abuse before the individual's relationship with the College is jeopardized. A number of counseling and rehabilitation programs are available to individuals, on a confidential basis, to provide education, counseling, and coordination with available community resources to address drug and alcohol abuse problems. A list of local programs is available from the Counseling Center, located in the Wellness Center on the second floor of Marian Hall.

Cyber Harassment

Cyber Harassment is the use of electronic information and communication devices to willfully and repeatedly harm a person (or persons) through the medium of electronic text, photos, or videos. Examples of this behavior include but are not limited to:

  • Sending false, cruel, or vicious messages.
  • Creating websites or social media accounts that have stories, cartoons, pictures, and jokes ridiculing others.
  • Breaking into an e-mail account and sending vicious or embarrassing materials to others.
  • Engaging someone in electronic communication, tricking that person into revealing sensitive personal information and forwarding that information to others.
  • Posting a person’s picture without their permission.
  • Impersonating another person via social media platforms.
  • Sharing or sending lewd or unsolicited photos.

Actions of this nature create a hostile, disruptive environment on the campus and are a violation of a student’s right to be safe and secure. The College will not tolerate cyber harassment including but not limited to threatening, harassing or intimidating an individual, or group of individuals, placing an individual in reasonable fear of harm, damaging an individual’s property or disrupting the orderly operation of the College. The online activities and technologies often used by students engaged in cyber harassment includes, but are not limited to, social media platforms, chat rooms and discussion groups, instant messaging, text messaging, computers, cell phones and personal digital devices, digital cameras, cell phone cameras, and webcams. As new technologies emerge, they too may be included with the above forms of electronic communication.

Disturbing the Peace and Hazardous Behavior

Freedom of Speech

Emmanuel College has a long-standing reputation for academic excellence and intellectual inquiry, values-based education and a strong community. Consistent with the Statement of Community Standards, found in the Student Handbook, "We expect each member of the community to take responsibility for building and improving the quality of our community life and when necessary, will communicate with those in a position to make changes." Communication is expected to be civil and free from disparagement, intimidation, harassment and violence of any kind.

All Emmanuel students may participate in peaceful demonstrations, protests and expressions of dissent where such gatherings will not interfere with the legitimate educational or institutional processes of the College or obstruct physical movement to, from, or within any place on the campus, including Emmanuel property located off the main campus.

While the campus is open to the free exchange of ideas, the College may limit the time, place and manner of demonstration. Such restrictions shall be applied without discrimination toward the content of the view being expressed by the speaker as long as the expression is not indecent, grossly obscene or grossly offensive on matters including but not limited to race, gender, ethnicity, religion or sexual orientation.

Protests and Demonstrations Policy

Emmanuel College has a long-standing reputation for academic excellence and intellectual inquiry, values-based education and a strong community. Consistent with the Statement of Community Standards, found in the Student Handbook, "We expect each member of the community to take responsibility for building and improving the quality of our community life and when necessary, to communicate with those in a position to make changes."

Communication is expected to be civil and free from disparagement, intimidation, harassment and violence of any kind. All Emmanuel students may participate in peaceful demonstrations, protests and expressions of dissent where such gatherings will not interfere with the legitimate educational or institutional processes of the College or obstruct physical movement to, from, or within any place on the campus, including Emmanuel property located off the main campus.

While the campus is open to the free exchange of ideas, the College may limit the time, place and manner of demonstration in order to ensure a peaceful and productive working, learning and living environment. Such restrictions shall be applied without discrimination toward the content of the views being expressed by the speaker(s) as long as the expression is not objectionable for one of the reasons listed herein, indecent, grossly obscene or grossly offensive on matters including but not limited to race,

national origin, gender, gender identity, ethnicity, religion sexual orientation, or any other protected class covered by the College’s non-discrimination policy.

Campus Demonstrations

Student demonstrations may only be held if a permit is sought and obtained by the organizers of the demonstration at least three business days in advance of the demonstration. Organizers and participants of a demonstration must be members of the Emmanuel community. Students who wish to request a permit for a demonstration shall complete and submit this application form to the Office of the Dean of Students. In the unlikely event that the protest is time-dependent and needs to be scheduled sooner than three business days in advance, students may request an expedited permit by contacting the Office of the Dean of Students or designee available after business hours via Campus Safety. The permit will have defined start and end times, and it will designate the location of the demonstration, and other conditions deemed appropriate, in the College’s sole discretion.

Students directly involved in or observing of any campus demonstrations must maintain responsibility for their academic requirements including but not limited to class attendance, examinations, papers and/or oral presentations and class projects.

All Emmanuel students are expected to conduct dialogues with dignity and courtesy. In the interest of safety and the maintenance of routine educational and institutional activities, demonstrations and expression of dissent on Emmanuel property shall not:

  • Endanger the safety of any person on the Emmanuel campus.
  • Result in the defacement or destruction of property owned or leased by Emmanuel. Encampments, tents or other material or equipment placed or affixed on campus property is not permitted.
  • Deny or infringe upon the rights or result in harassment of other students, faculty, staff, or guests of the Emmanuel community.
  • Constitute a threat of force, use of force, use of intimidating tactics, incitement to violence, or unwelcome physical contact or physical proximity.
  • Disrupt or interfere (by noise level, the number of participants, or the activities of the participants) with College activities including but not limited to teaching, research, administration, resident students’ right to sleep and study, campus services, discipline, organized and/or sponsored events, and operation and maintenance of any property owned or controlled by Emmanuel.
  • Obstruct pedestrian movement or vehicular traffic on the campus or Emmanuel property owned or leased off campus.
  • Deny or obstruct use of offices or any facilities used by students, faculty, staff, or guests.
  • Include the participation of any individuals who are not members of the Emmanuel community.

Non-community members may not participate in any demonstration on Emmanuel property without advance approval from Student affairs. Non-community members who participate in a demonstration without approval will be subject to a No Trespass Order which may result in the individual’s removal from campus property or arrest by Campus Safety Officers, or any other action deemed appropriate and/or consistent with Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 266, Section 120.

Any violation of this policy will be considered a violation of the Student Code of Conduct and subject to the issuance of sanctions imposed in accordance with the Student Conduct procedures of Emmanuel College.

Dining Hall Behavioral Expectations

Students must be advised of the behavioral expectations with the dining hall area or any location on premises that services food i.e., Atrium Café, Marian Hall Dining Room, Joe Di’s/Dunkin’, Muddy River Café, etc.

Cooperation on the following items helps provide better service for all students:

  1. Meal cards and College ID cards must be presented at each meal and are not transferable.
  2. Trays and dishes must be returned to the dish room window.
  3. Silverware and dishes are the property of the College and may not be taken from the Dining Hall.
  4. Students may not remove food from the Marian Hall Dining Room unless they have made arrangements with the food service staff or have received approval from Emmanuel College.
  5. Students are required to dress appropriately in all dining locations in order to meet the health code requirements that state that patrons must wear shoes and shirts on the premises.
  6. All food items in the Marian Hall Dining Room are unlimited (except at special events).
  7. Box lunches are available if Board Plan members are unable to be present for a meal. A 24- hour notice to Dining Services is required.
  8. Disorderly conduct in the Dining Hall will be subject to disciplinary action.
  9. Students with concerns about the College dining service should direct their questions to the manager of Dining Services.

Drugs and Narcotics Policy

The Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act Of 1989

The federal Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act of 1989 requires all institutions of higher education to adopt and implement a program to prevent the use of illicit drugs and the abuse of alcohol by students and employees as a condition of the institution receiving federal funds or any other form of financial assistance under any federal program. This policy is being issued by the College in compliance with the requirements of that Act.

Emmanuel College strives to provide a safe and healthy environment for student growth and development and the achievement of academic success. The College policy on drug use is designed to promote these goals and to reduce the harm resulting from the misuse and abuse of drugs. Along with substantial health and safety risks are potentially significant legal consequences and students are urged to familiarize themselves with the information contained within this policy.

Prohibitions

Emmanuel College supports all laws governing the possession, use and sale of illegal drugs and fully cooperates with the enforcement of all such laws. Please note that although legal for recreational use in the state of Massachusetts, marijuana consumption and possession is prohibited under federal law. Colleges and universities who accept federal funds must remain compliant with the Drug Free Schools and Communities Act Of 1989. The College strictly forbids the use, possession of distribution of illegal drugs, or use, possession or distribution of illegal drug paraphernalia. Note, "drug paraphernalia" includes materials, products, instruments or items used to create, manufacture, distribute, use, or otherwise manipulate any drug. Paraphernalia includes, but is not limited to hypodermic needles, syringes, bongs, pipes, grinders, scales. Because they may be used to ingest illegal stimulants, vapes are also considered drug paraphernalia. The College also strictly forbids the use of illegal drugs at College sponsored events off campus. In addition, all students present at the time of a drug violation may be subject to disciplinary action.

Sanctions for Non-Compliance

Students are required to abide by all requirements of the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act and this policy as a condition of continued enrollment at the College. A student who violates any provision of this policy is subject to disciplinary action, up to and including expulsion from the College. Also, in appropriate circumstances, as determined by the College, law enforcement officials may be notified. Unlawful possession, use, or distribution of illicit drugs may subject a student to criminal penalties. Any student determined to be manufacturing, dealing, selling, or distributing illegal drugs on or off campus faces dismissal from the College. Such students may be subject to arrest and further legal action. The College will cooperate fully with law enforcement officials in the investigation and prosecution of drug related cases. The College will assume a student is dealing drugs if the student possesses a large quantity of illegal drugs. For example, more than two ounces of marijuana and more than four grams of cocaine would constitute a large quantity of illegal drugs.

Enforcement

Persons suspected of bringing illicit drug on their person or in their belongings on property owned or leased by the College will be subject to search by the residence hall staff, Campus Safety staff or other authorized personnel. The responding staff member will document the situation. All students involved may be subject to disciplinary action.

Residence hall staff members will address any persons suspected of using or keeping illicit drugs or paraphernalia in a residence hall. In such an instance, residence hall and/or Campus Safety staff will conduct a visual inspection of the location and require the resident(s) to gather and surrender any illicit drugs or paraphernalia. Campus Safety will confiscate all found/surrendered illicit drugs or paraphernalia. If such an incident occurs in a residence hall room, any guest of the resident(s) at that time will be asked to leave the room and/or hall. The responding staff member(s) will document the situation and all students involved may be subject to disciplinary action.

Federal Drug Offenses

The criminal offenses most commonly charged under the Federal Controlled Substances Act are the knowing, intentional and unauthorized manufacture, distribution or dispensing of any controlled substance or the possession of any controlled substance with the intent to manufacture, distribute or dispense. Federal law also prohibits the knowing, intentional and unauthorized creation, distribution, dispensing or possession with intent to distribute or dispense a "counterfeit substance." Simple possession without necessarily the intent to distribute is also forbidden by federal law and carries a penalty of imprisonment. Furthermore, attempts and/or conspiracies to distribute or possess with intent to distribute controlled substances are crimes under federal law. Specific drug crimes carry greater penalties, including:

  • The distribution of narcotics to persons under 21.
  • The distribution or manufacturing of narcotics near schools and colleges.
  • The employment of juveniles under the age of 18 in drug trafficking operations.
  • The distribution of controlled substances to pregnant women.
  • The penalties for violating federal narcotics statutes vary considerably and may be harsher based on two principal factors: 1. The type of drug involved (heroin, cocaine, marijuana, LSD, etc.) 2. The quantity of the drug involved.

With the exception of simple possession charges which result in up to one-year imprisonment, maximum penalties for narcotic violations range from 20 years to life in prison. Certain violations carry mandatory minimum prison sentences of either five years or ten years. Harsher penalties will be imposed if a firearm is used in the commission of a drug offense. If a drug offense results in death or serious bodily injury to an individual who uses the drug involved, the penalties are also harsher. Anabolic steroids are controlled substances. Distribution or possession with intent to distribute carries a sentence of up to five years and a $250,000 fine. Questions sometimes arise as to what number of narcotics found in the possession of a person are considered to be for personal use as opposed to the more serious offense of possession with the intent to distribute. Federal law, generally, considers anything more than a dosage unit as indicating the intent to distribute. In other words, the greater quantity possessed, the more likely it is that an individual in possession has the intent to distribute.

Education

The Office of the Dean of Students works collaboratively with the departments of Residence Life, Counseling, Health Services and Campus Safety and various student groups to offer programs to educate students about the negative consequences associated with drug and alcohol use. Programs include

alcohol/drug education during new student orientation, training for Residence Life staff and special programs conducted for the Emmanuel College community with the assistance of outside agencies. Health Risks Associated with The Use of Illicit Drugs

For additional information on these and other drugs, please visit the National Institute on Drug Abuse.

Cannabis (Marijuana)

Marijuana use can have a variety of adverse, short- and long-term effects, especially on cardiopulmonary and mental health. Heart rate can increase anywhere from 20-100 percent, and it was estimated that users have an almost five-fold increase in heart attack risk in the first hour after smoking marijuana. Smoking can affect heart rhythms and cause palpitations and arrhythmias. Marijuana smoke is also an irritant to the lungs, and frequent marijuana smokers often suffer from chronic coughing and phlegm production, more frequent acute chest illness, and a heightened risk of lung infections. Several studies have shown an association between chronic marijuana use and mental illness. High doses of marijuana can produce a temporary psychotic reaction (involving hallucinations and paranoia) in some users and using marijuana can worsen the course of illness in patients with schizophrenia. A series of large prospective studies also showed a link between marijuana use and later development of psychosis. Associations have also been found between marijuana use and other mental health problems, such as depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts among adolescents, and personality disturbances, including a lack of motivation to engage in typically rewarding activities.

Cocaine/Crack

Cocaine is a strong central nervous system stimulant that increases levels of the neurotransmitter dopamine and ultimately disrupts normal brain communication. With repeated use, cocaine can cause long-term changes in the brain's reward system as well as other brain systems, which may lead to addiction. Most seriously, people who use cocaine can suffer heart attacks or strokes, which may cause sudden death. Cocaine affects the body in a variety of ways. It constricts blood vessels, dilates pupils, and increases body temperature, heart rate, and blood pressure. It can also cause headaches and gastrointestinal complications such as abdominal pain and nausea. Cocaine use can lead to loss of the sense of smell, nosebleeds, problems with swallowing, hoarseness, and a chronically runny nose. Users can also experience irritability, restlessness, and anxiety and severe paranoia, in which they lose touch with reality and experience auditory hallucinations.

Heroin

Heroin abuse is associated with several serious health conditions, including fatal overdose, spontaneous abortion, and infectious diseases like hepatitis and HIV. Chronic users may develop collapsed veins, infection of the heart lining and valves, abscesses, constipation and gastrointestinal cramping, and liver or kidney disease. Pulmonary complications, including various types of pneumonia, may result from the poor health of the user as well as from heroin's effects on breathing. Chronic use of heroin leads to physical dependence, a state in which the body has adapted to the presence of the drug. If a dependent user reduces or stops use of the drug abruptly, he or she may experience severe symptoms of withdrawal.

Narcotic Analgesics

Narcotic analgesic drugs may cause constipation, lightheadedness, dizziness, drowsiness, stomach upset, nausea, and flushing. When taken by routes other than as prescribed, there is an increased risk of depressed respiration, which can lead to coma and even death. In combination with alcohol there is a risk of dangerous slowing of heart rate and respiration, coma, and death. These drugs also possess

addictive properties with long-term usage.

Hallucinogens

Hallucinogenic drugs can have a wide range on side effects which can be dependent upon the drug taken. These effects can include the following: depression, paranoia/panic, emotional instability, impulsive behavior, and distortions in perception. Other effects include increased body temperature, heart rate, blood pressure; nausea; numbness; dizziness; weakness; tremors; sleeplessness; blurred vision. High doses of these drugs can cause the following: seizures, coma, hyperthermia, memory problems, feelings of invulnerability and exaggerated strength, and fear of insanity and death. Long- term use of these drugs can cause the following: addiction, flashbacks, cognitive impairment, loss of coordination, as well as other potential problems.

Emergency Assistance

Students are encouraged to contact Campus Safety at 617 735-9710 for assistance when persons who are suspected to be under the influence of drugs and who may pose a danger to themselves or the community. Please be advised of the College’s Amnesty Policy/Safety First.

Rehabilitation

A student who has been determined by the College to have used or to have been under the influence of drugs in violation of this policy may, at the College's discretion, be permitted to participate in a rehabilitation program approved by the College as an alternative to dismissal. Generally, only a student who has not previously violated this policy and whose conduct and performance are otherwise satisfactory to the College will be considered for discipline short of discharge. Such a student will successfully complete an approved rehabilitation program as a condition of continued enrollment. The cost of the program is the responsibility of the student, but may be covered, in whole or in part, by the individual's health insurance, depending on the policy. The College strongly encourages students to seek assistance for problems with drug use and abuse before the individual's relationship with the College is jeopardized. A number of counseling and rehabilitation programs are available to individuals, on a confidential basis, to provide education, counseling, and coordination with available community resources to address drug and alcohol abuse problems. A list of local programs is available from the Counseling Center, located in the Wellness Center on the second floor of Marian Hall.

Emergency Procedures

Emmanuel College Campus Safety is located on the first floor of the Eisner Administration Building Room 139, 400 The Fenway, Boston, Massachusetts 02115. Campus Safety operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. To report a crime or other emergency, Campus Safety can be reached at any time via campus telephone at extension 5-9888 for emergencies (617) 735-9888, or from any phone at 617-735-9710.

Emergency Notifications

Emmanuel College Campus Safety Initiates Emergency Notifications that are triggered by an event that is currently occurring on or imminently threatening the campus or the immediate area of the campus. These classifications also involve any significant emergency or dangerous situation that constitutes, or may reasonably constitute, an immediate threat to the health and safety of students, faculty, staff and visitors. Notifications such as these are made to the community in the form of a RAVE Emergency Notification. The RAVE system is the campus wide emergency response network that rapidly informs the community of emergencies and potential threats to the campus community via Text, Telephone, Email, and Social Media. Students who are not signed up to receive RAVE Alerts can do so through https://www.emmanuel.edu/current-students.html.

  1. Once on the page click on “Accounts”
  2. Select “RAVE Emergency Notification System” and log in using Emmanuel credentials 
  3. Add all necessary contact information

Patrols and Medical First Response

High Visibility Security Patrol

Emmanuel College Campus Safety Officers patrol the campus 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Campus Safety Officers patrol all buildings during all hours of operation, as well as during non-operational periods. All Campus Safety Officers’ primary function is to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all persons on campus. As such officers observe and report security breaches, safety hazards, suspicious activity and persons, water leaks, defective exterior lighting and other hazards. Additionally, Campus Safety Officers monitor all activities, respond to alarms and other emergency situations, conduct safety and security audits, maintain control of vehicle traffic onto the campus and enforce College parking regulations. All Campus Safety Officers are equipped with two-way radio communications and stay in constant contact with the Campus Safety Communications Center in EAB 139.

Security/Traffic Booth

Emmanuel College Campus Safety Officers staff the security booth at the only entrance to the college for vehicular traffic. This assignment provides access control to the college for all vehicles. Every vehicle is required to stop at the booth to ensure that they have a valid purpose for driving and/or parking on campus. This face to face interaction with vehicle operators entering campus is a critical part of providing security and safety services to the Emmanuel Students, Faculty, and Staff.

Bike Patrol

Emmanuel College Campus Safety utilizes bicycle patrol as an effective way of patrolling the campus while increasing visibility among the Emmanuel College community. Bike patrol is utilized during fall move-in and annual commencement.

First Responders

All Campus Safety Officers are trained first responders with AHA CPR Certification. Officers also undergo training in automated external defibrillator (AED) training, Stop the Bleed, and NARCAN. All medical emergencies should be directed through Campus Safety at 617 735-9888 or 617 735-9710 for coordination with Boston EMS. It is essential that information be provided to Campus Safety to assist with the medical response and potential transportation to emergency facilities off campus.

College Shuttle

The Campus Safety Shuttle operates between the Main Campus and the Notre Dame Center Residence Hall on 17 Highland Park Street, Boston. The shuttle operates on the hour and half hour transporting students to and from main campus. The shuttle will also provide transportation to other COF Colleges. Campus Safety vehicles also provide transportation for minor medical matters to local hospitals in the Fenway area.

An Individual’s Role in Safety and Crime Prevention

Individual community members, particularly students, have a critical role in crime prevention on campus. If you see something that doesn’t look right or safe immediately alert Campus Safety. If Campus Safety is not made aware of an incident, it cannot provide assistance to those in need or work to prevent it from occurring again. We prefer that community members have a low threshold for reporting something than not to report an incident at all. Remember that most incidents are favorably resolved through early intervention. Observation and Communication are critical elements of crime prevention.

Please note the following community crime prevention and safety guidelines:

  • Have a very low threshold for reporting something or someone behaving suspicious or unsafe.
  • Voice your concerns about crime and safety at Emmanuel College
  • Do not wait until crimes occur or problems get out of control; immediately raise concerns with Campus Safety. Remember that early intervention is critical in effective problem solving.
  • Report and provide information about crimes, suspicious activities, and anything perceived as unsafe or harmful to the Emmanuel Community.
  • A rapid and effective response by Campus Safety Officers is greatly assisted by accurate and timely reports of emergencies and/or suspicious activities.

Remember to immediately report any emergency to Campus Safety at 617-735-9888 or to 911.

Fire Safety

  • If a student or any member of the Emmanuel College community discovers a fire, the student should activate an alarm and immediately leave the building. The student can then notify Campus Safety (617-735-9888 or 617-735-9710) or Statewide 911.
  • Every student must evacuate the building immediately when the fire alarm sounds. Do not wait for an RA to tell you to evacuate! Failure to do so could result in disciplinary action.
  • Each student is responsible for knowing the fire exits throughout the building.
  • Elevators should never be used when the fire alarm rings.
  • Emergency exits may be used in case of emergency only.
  • It is both a state (Mass. General Laws Ch. 29, Sec. 13) and federal offense to tamper with fire equipment such as alarms, fire extinguisher, or other fire safety equipment. Students who tamper with such equipment may receive disciplinary action up to and including removal from the residence halls. Offending individuals may also be criminally charged.
  • Candles, incense, live Christmas trees, ceiling decorations, microwave ovens, toasters and toaster ovens, hot plates, electric heaters, rice cookers, hot pots, coffeemakers and other like items may not be used or stored in student rooms. Hot pots, coffee makers, rice cookers, and microwaves must be used in the kitchen area located on each floor.
  • Halogen lamps are not allowed in the residence halls. The intense heat given off by the light bulb is a fire hazard.

Policy on Bomb Threats

  • An individual who receives a phone call announcing a bomb threat in a building should call Campus Safety at 617-735-9888 or 617-735-9710 and give the name and number of the person to whom the call was made, and any particular details.
  • Campus Safety, in conjunction with other campus leadership personnel, will determine the response procedure in coordination with the Boston Police and Fire Departments.
  • Students should follow all directions of the staff, campus safety officers, and emergency response personnel.
  • College personnel have the right to require evacuation of any building.
  • Campus Safety may search the public/common areas of the building. After the search, students will be notified when to re-enter the building.

For additional comprehensive information and to see the Emmanuel College Emergency Response Guide, visit the Emergency Preparedness section of the Emmanuel website.

Failure to Follow Directives from a College or Municipal Official

Failure to comply with the lawful directions of any college official, staff member, or student employee, who is acting in the performance of their duties, is prohibited.

Firearms/Weapons Policy

Only Emmanuel College Campus Police Officers are authorized to carry weapons. Any item of a questionable nature should be checked in with Campus Safety at EAB Room 139.

Guest Policy

The Residence Hall Guest Visitation Policy is designed to balance the needs and interests of all members of the residence community while supporting residence hall safety, resident comfort, student development, academic achievement, and campus community. Regular visitation hours establish parameters within which students can visit with friends and family while maintaining a living environment conducive to privacy, sleep and study. After hours/overnight visitation hours recognize that late-night socializing is an important part of developing community, and that students frequently study into the early morning hours in groups in the residence halls. Finally, the College recognizes that hosting family and friends strengthens long-distance relationships.

It is important to emphasize that as a Catholic College, Emmanuel does not condone sexual activity in the residence halls and strives to endow students with the tools, knowledge, and resources to behave in a moral, ethical, and respectful manner at all times. Further, Emmanuel is committed to supporting resident student rights to privacy, sleep, and study. When roommates cannot agree, the right of the roommate to occupy their room has priority over the right of the roommate to have an afterhours/overnight guest. Students are expected to bring any problems or concerns to the Residence Life staff. Students who are uncooperative with their roommate, or who violate the guest policy can expect to have their guest privileges and residency reviewed and potentially revoked.

To support first-year students during their transition and to comply with the educational mandate set forth by Title IX Legislation, the Office of Residence Life and Housing engages first-year students in conversations, workshops and online education on topics relevant to student safety, residence hall living and academic success. Prior to hosting after hours/overnight guests, resident students must complete this training. The date for hosting privileges for students who complete the training will be provided by the Office of Residence Life and Housing. For full details of the College’s guest policy, please go to the Residence Life policy section of the student handbook.

Hazing Law

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts, in response to incidents involving personal injury and death, has prohibited the act of hazing. The term "hazing" shall mean any conduct or method of initiation into any student organization, athletic team or other student group, whether on public or private property, which willfully or recklessly endangers the physical or mental health of any student or other person. Such conduct shall include (but is not limited to) whipping, beating, branding, forced calisthenics, exposure to the weather, forced consumption of any food, liquor, beverage, drug, or other substance, or any other brutal treatment or forced physical activity which is likely to adversely affect the physical health or safety of any such student or other person or which subjects such students or other persons to extreme mental stress, including extended deprivation of sleep or rest or extended isolation. Notwithstanding any other provisions, consent shall not be available as a defense to any prosecution under this action.

Jury Service

If you live in Massachusetts for at least 50% of the year, you're eligible for jury duty, so most college students are eligible.

  • If you're attending college in Massachusetts, but you're from another state, you're required to serve in response to your Massachusetts summons. If your date conflicts with your class schedule, you can reschedule your service to a new date within one year of your original service date.
  • If you live in Massachusetts but attend school in another state, you're required to serve unless you won't return to Massachusetts for one year or more. You can reschedule your service to a new date within one year of your original service date, when you will be in Massachusetts.
  • If you attend college in one county in Massachusetts but live in another, you're eligible to serve in either county. If you're summoned in both your home and school counties, you should contact the OJC at (800) 843-5879 for help, or visit the state website for additional information.

Online Safety & Security

Emmanuel College understands the importance of information security for students and the College systems. The College requires all students to install software that checks to ensure that all computers on the network have up-to-date security patches and anti-virus protection. This step not only ensures the student has an up-to-date computer that is protected, but that all other computers on the network are protected—creating a safe and secure environment for all users.

In addition, Emmanuel College employs solutions to perform network monitoring for malware, viruses, spam and suspicious network activity.

Parking Policy

Student Semester Parking

All individuals parking on campus are required to have a valid parking permit/sticker or Temporary Parking Pass. Parking during the hours of 7:00AM and 5:00PM daily, seven days a week, is restricted to Emmanuel students and staff who have been approved for parking. Please note that parking passes are not available to non-Emmanuel students.

All student parking permit applications must be submitted via Emmanuel College’s Engage Platform prior to that semester's deadline. Please only fill out the application if you qualify for parking at Emmanuel College.

Due to the limited parking availability on our urban campus, we strongly encourage the use of alternative transportation. The MBTA Green Line Fenway station is a short distance from the Emmanuel campus, and reduced MBTA parking passes can be purchased from the MBTA.
For questions regarding student semester parking, please email studentparking [at] emmanuel.edu (studentparking[at]emmanuel[dot]edu.)

Commuter Students
Parking may be available to commuter students living outside of the below-listed zip codes. The student must submit a parking permit application each academic semester for approval during the communicated parking application timeline via the Engage platform. Prior parking privileges do not guarantee future parking privileges. Students who are cross registered for classes on the Emmanuel College campus are not eligible to receive a parking permit or pass.

Athletic participation is also not a rationale for a parking permit.
Fees for the 2024-25 academic year are $350 per semester. Fees cannot be pro-rated and are non-refundable.

The College does not issue parking permits to commuters who live in the following zip-codes:

  • 02101 through 02145 
  • 02163
  • 02196 through 02241 
  • 02266
  • 02283 through 02298 
  • 02445 through 02467

Please note that a commuter parking permit is not an overnight parking pass.

Resident Students
On-campus parking may be available to those requiring accommodations. A limited number of passes

may also be available for students participating in Emmanuel College-facilitated, credit-earning internships or clinicals that are outside of commuting proximity via public transportation. No other resident students are eligible to park at Emmanuel College. Approval from the Student Accessibility & Accommodations Department is required for students seeking parking accommodations. Students who are in Emmanuel College-facilitated credit earning internships should complete the McCafferty Career Center internship parking application.

Fees for the 2024-25 academic year are $500 per semester. Fees cannot be pro-rated and are non- refundable.

Visitor Parking

Prospective parents and students visiting the campus for a tour, information session or other Admissions event are offered on-campus parking, as available. Please direct any questions to admissions [at] emmanuel.edu (admissions[at]emmanuel[dot]edu.)

Faculty, administrators and staff should notify Campus Safety of visitors by submitting a parking request to security [at] emmanuel.edu (security[at]emmanuel[dot]edu.)

Overnight Guest Parking

Emmanuel students can purchase a Temporary Parking Pass only for their guests who wish to park on campus between the hours of 5:00 PM and 7:30 AM the following morning. Students cannot purchase an overnight guest parking pass for themselves. The cost is $20.00. To purchase the pass, the host student must complete the following: · Parking Payment

By completing a guest parking payment, you are acknowledging that:

· When arriving to campus, Campus Safety will provide you with your Temporary Parking Pass at the entrance booth. All pass holders must park in the Library Lot, unless otherwise directed, with the parking pass displayed on the vehicle's rear-view mirror at all times.

· All authorized guest vehicles must exit the campus by 7:30 AM, Monday through Friday and by NOON on Saturday and Sunday, unless otherwise instructed by Campus Safety.

· The maximum number of guest passes issued per Emmanuel student per week is two. 

· Parking availability is subject to change depending on campus events/activities.

· Students should be aware that Guest Parking may be suspended prior to scheduled events or activities. Also, in advance of inclement weather, parking may be prohibited.

· Students cannot purchase an overnight guest parking pass for themselves.

NOTE: Parking passes are not available to non-Emmanuel students or their guests.

Short-Term and Hardship Parking Requests

All student short-term or hardship requests to park will be directed, in person, to the on-duty campus safety Lieutenant/OIC. If off campus, students should call the Lieutenant at (617) 735-9710.

Handicapped Parking

Handicapped parking spaces are located at the south entrance to the Administration Building and throughout the parking garage. The College will tow motor vehicles that are not properly placarded and parked in handicapped or reserved spaces.

Safe Driving

Operating a motor vehicle on campus in an unsafe or threatening manner will not be tolerated. This includes:

· Driving an unregistered vehicle

· Driving without a proper license or with a revoked license

· Speeding or driving in an unsafe or aggressive manner

· Driving under the influence of alcohol, cannabis, or other drugs

· Driving or parking on walkways or unpaved areas

· Driving without all occupants wearing seatbelts or approved child safety restraints

· Failing to obey driving or parking instructions of Campus Safety Officers

Any unsafe motor vehicle operation may result in the revocation of on campus driving privileges by Campus Safety.

Snow Removal

During the winter months, a snow emergency may be declared. Failure to move cars to facilitate snow removal will result in immediate towing. The College will post a declaration of snow emergency and parking restrictions on the Emmanuel College website as well as via a community email.

Towing

Vehicles may not park on the Emmanuel campus in an unsafe or unauthorized location. All parked vehicles shall have a properly displayed permit or pass. The College will tow unauthorized vehicles parked on campus at the owner's expense. Tow fees are the responsibility of the owner. Please note that these enforcement procedures ensure that parking is available for eligible faculty, staff and students.

Student Identification Cards

All students receive an Emmanuel College identification card ("Fenway Card"), which may be obtained from the Campus Safety Department. The card must be presented at select College functions, security desks within the residence halls, College dining locations, the Library when borrowing books and the Academic Computer Center. All residents are required to surrender their I.D. card to front desk personnel to sign-in guests. They are also required to surrender their I.D. cards at College functions when requested. I.D. cards are not transferable. To learn more, visit fenwaycard.com.

Except for residence halls, College facilities are open to the public during the day and evening when classes are in session. When the College is closed, buildings are locked. All students must enter and exit the residence halls through the main entrance. Side doors are alarmed 24 hours a day and may be used only as fire/emergency exits. The front doors of the residence halls are locked at all times, unless the College deems it appropriate for doors to remain open. Please note that public access to locations across the campus is subject to the discretion of the institution. For example, as modifications are made to COVID-related policies, building access may be restricted. All access will be communicated to the College community.

Technology Resources Usage Policy

The Information Technology polices are statements of the behaviors expected of users (e.g., faculty, staff, students, alumni, guests, etc.) of Emmanuel College information technology resources and the consequences for failing to comply with the stated expectations.

Information Technology policies are intended to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations, to promote operational efficiencies, to enhance the college's mission, and to reduce risks to individual and college technology resources.

As a user of Emmanuel College information technology resources, it is student’s responsibility to be aware of both Emmanuel's policies on using information technologies and federal, state and local laws that affect the use of technology. The information linked to below details what Emmanuel College expects of the student and how to report violations. The Acceptable Use Policy details what Emmanuel College expects of the student and how to report violations.