Gonzaga University, as a Jesuit institution, upholds the tradition of cura personalis, which calls for a mature concern for others. In alignment with the principles and values of our community, particularly the mandate to take action in situations where individuals are in need of medical attention related to alcohol or drug use, the University encourages students to seek help without fear of university action. Medical Amnesty therefore reinforces the university's dedication to student health, safety, and well-being.
Students eligible for Medical Amnesty include:
a. The student for whom medical attention is requested.
b. Students who assist individuals in need. (e.g. - calling for medical help, providing first aid, etc.)
c. Students who are reporting parties or complainants in cases related to Harassment and Non-Discrimination Policy or the General Standards of Conduct related to any intentional conduct directed towards a person or group which threatens physical health or safety.
Scope of Medical Amnesty:
a. Drugs, alcohol, paraphernalia, and other prohibited items will be confiscated according to Housing and Residence Life and/or Campus Security protocol.
b. Eligible students may be expected to engage in educational conversations on drug and alcohol safety and/or develop drug and alcohol safety plans.
c. Eligible students are not expected to admit fault or accept responsibility for violation of the drug or alcohol policies.
d. Eligible students will be exempt from any formal Student Conduct Resolution Process related to alcohol and drug policy violations.
e. Relevant policy violations will not appear in a student's conduct records.
f. If the student's actions damaged university property or required professional cleaning during the incident, the student may be charged restitution.
Limits of Medical Amnesty:
a. Medical Amnesty may not be appropriate if the student does not cooperate with medical personnel or university officials at the time of the incident.
b. In cases where students repeatedly require medical assistance due to drug or alcohol use, involved students may be referred for a formal or informal Student Conduct Resolution Process.
c. Students allegedly involved in drug manufacture or distribution, may not be eligible for Medical Amnesty.
d. Students allegedly involved in cases that had a significant impact to the campus community, including but not limited to Title IX, Harassment and Non-Discrimination, and/or a Threat to the Health and Safety of other persons may not be eligible for Medical Amnesty.
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