Policies

Firearms/Weapons Policy
Alcohol and Drug Policy
Timely Warning Policy
Policies & Procedures Concerning Security, Access and
   Maintenance of Campus Facilities

Firearms/Weapons Policy

Firearms and dangerous weapons of any type are NOT PERMITTED on or in campus facilities, except when carried by bona fide law enforcement officers in their official capacities. Intentional use, possession, or sale of firearms or other dangerous weapons is strictly forbidden and is a violation of college policy as stated in the Student Handbook and Employee Handbook.

Alcohol and Drug Policy

Students or employees of a Virginia community college shall not possess, sell, use, manufacture, give away or otherwise distribute illegal substances including drugs, or, where prohibited, alcohol while on campus, attending a college-sponsored off-campus event, or while serving as a representative of the college at off-campus meetings. Students or employees who violate this policy will have College charges processed against them in the normal manner of due process provided by College rules. Further, students or employees who violate this policy and in addition commit a criminal offense, will be brought to the attention of the NOVA Police or other appropriate law enforcement agency and, if warranted, prosecution will be pursued.

Timely Warning Policy

Should a situation arise that constitutes an ongoing threat, a campus-wide "timely warning" will be issued. It is NOVA policy to post these notices on bulletin boards on campus and/or make e-mail notifications to faculty and students.

Policies and Procedures Concerning Security, Access and Maintenance of Campus Facilities

Campus buildings and equipment are maintained by NOVA Facilities personnel and are patrolled by the Campus Police. College campuses, including buildings, grounds, and roadways, are maintained with concern for safety and security. Campus buildings and equipment are inspected regularly, needed repairs are promptly made and any potential hazards promptly addressed.

Campus buildings are secured each evening when classes are finished, and opened daily by Campus Police.