Medical Exception may be granted to students through the Code of Conduct for possession or use of drugs or alcohol if the college learned of the conduct as a result of the student obtaining medical assistance and/or the student seeking medical assistance for someone else in distress.
Students will be required to meet with an Associate Dean and have a conversation about the incident. In order to be eligible for medical exception a reporting or distressed student must be forthcoming concerning details of the incident:
- Medical Exception requires a person to be cooperative.
- Medical Exception is granted once during your time at St. Olaf.
- Eligible students request support for themselves or support is sought for them by a concerned bystander.
Other violations of the Code, such as providing alcohol to minors, assault, property damage, and distribution of illicit substances, will not be excused as a Medical Exception. The Medical Exception Policy does not prevent action by any law enforcement agencies/personnel, coaches, ensemble directors, or other third parties.
FAQ
Please review these common questions regarding our Medical Exception process
Individuals who make the call to get medical assistance for an intoxicated student will not face sanctions under the Code of Conduct for use or possession of drugs or alcohol. This exception also allows friends and bystanders to seek help for people needing medical attention without the concern of sanction.
Medical Exception is intended to assist students who need medical attention. If a student has prior alcohol or drug incidents, and has utilized Medical Exception in the past, the request for a Medical Exception will be evaluated by the Dean of Students, and/or the Associate Dean of Students. Repeated situations will be addressed after meetings with the Dean of Students and/or Associate Dean of Students.
Other violations of the Code, such as providing alcohol to minors, assault, property damage, and distribution of illicit substances, will not be excused as a Medical Exception. The Medical Exception Policy does not prevent action by any law enforcement agencies/personnel, coaches, ensemble directors, or other third parties.