Policies

Alcohol Policy

The purchase, possession, or consumption of alcohol beverages is regulated by national and state law. Under national or state law, no one under the age of 21 may purchase, sell, possess or consume alcoholic beverages. In addition, alcohol is prohibited on COM-FSM campuses, at COM-FSM approved or sponsored events, on COM-FSM properties, or in the buildings, vehicles or boats used by COM-FSM for its educational or recreational programs. Students, employees and others found in violation of this policy are subject to criminal prosecution and/or college disciplinary procedures.

Illegal Drugs Policy

As prohibited by national and state law, COM-FSM students, employees and others are not permitted to be under the influence of, possess, manufacture, distribute or sell illicit drugs on COM-FSM property, or at any COM-FSM sponsored or approved events, in COM-FSM buildings, vehicles, and boats used for educational or recreational programs. Conviction may result in prosecution and/or college disciplinary procedures.

Policy on Banned Weapons
Possession of banned weapons is prohibited on any COM-FSM campus, at any COM-FSM approved or sponsored event, on any COM-FSM property, or in the buildings, vehicles and boats used by COM-FSM for its educational or recreational programs. Any violation of this policy may result in prosecution and/or college disciplinary action.
Policies on Prohibition of Violence
It is the goal and policy of the College of Micronesia-FSM to have zero tolerance for violence on campus, at college events, and during college related activities. This policy will apply on all COM-FSM properties, in the buildings, vehicles or boats used by COM-FSM, for its educational or recreational programs or in actions taken against students where ever the act of violence may take place.
Acts of Violence
A person who threatens, harasses or (intentionally or unintentionally) creates an abusive or hostile environment; and/or when a person strikes, beats, wounds or otherwise does any kind of bodily harm to another; and/or when a person perpetrates a sexual act without consent; and/or when a person destroys or damages the personal property of another.

Note: Any member of COM-FSM community who commits a sexual offense is subject to criminal prosecution and/or college disciplinary procedures.
More on COM-FSM policies is provided in the Student Handbook.

Information For Victims of Sexual Assault

When a sexual offense occurs, the victim has the right to anonymity when making a report. He/she has the option of notifying proper law enforcement authorities both on campus (Campus Security and Safety) and off campus (Police). Preserving evidence for the proof of a criminal offense is important. The appropriate on-campus support personnel which may include the Campus Dispensary Nurse, the Vice-President for Support/Student Affairs, the Vice President of Administration, and the Counselor Office. The contact numbers are listed on page (4) of this brochure.

Reporting Criminal Activities and Emergencies

Students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to report all suspicious activities and/or persons observed on campus, all criminal incidents and violations, and all emergencies to the Campus Security and Safety Office.

Reports should be made promptly to improve Campus Security and Local Law Enforcement Agency’s response abilities to prevent crimes, apprehend suspects, and/or to investigate incidents. Upon receiving a call, the Campus Security Officer will respond immediately to the scene of the incident. Every incident will be investigated, and filed upon receipt of a complaint.

Any person making a report or complaint may reserve the right to anonymity and will remain confidential. This right may be waived upon the request of the reporter.