Campus Safety Policies and Procedures

Alcohol, Drugs, and other Controlled Substances

Possession and Consumption of Alcoholic Beverages

Alcoholic beverages are not permitted on Kettering University’s campus. Any student found on campus to have consumed or to possess alcoholic beverages is subject to judicial action. Under the laws of the State of Michigan, a person under 21 years of age may not consume, possess, or purchase alcoholic beverages. Students over 21 may not furnish, sell to, or purchase alcoholic beverages for minors. In the event Kettering’s Code of Student Conduct or other student organization’s policy on alcohol is violated in connection with a social function on or off campus, the University may impose judicial sanction[s] upon individuals involved, as well as a group, as warranted by the facts and circumstances.

Parental Notification of Underage Consumption of Alcohol and Illicit Drugs

Under the 1998 Congressional Amendment to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA), Kettering University has the right to disclose to parents or legal guardians information about a student’s violation of University regulations and policies, and federal, state, and/or local laws governing the use of alcohol and controlled substances. The University will notify parents/legal guardians of their student’s alcohol and/or controlled substance violations if we determine the student has dependent status. The Chief Judicial Officer determines the circumstances under which parental notification takes place.

Sexual Assault Policy for Students

Kettering University is committed to creating a community free from violence. The
University will not tolerate sexual assault, sexual harassment, domestic violence, or stalking as defined by State and Federal laws. The University recognizes the necessity of a community which is open and intellectually stimulating, where diversity of ideas is valued and every person’s safety, dignity, and autonomy is respected whether they are students, faculty, or staff, and regardless of race, ethnicity, age, religion, class, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, or disability. View the complete sexual assault policy in Adobe format.

Acquaintance Rape

On college campuses, the most prevalent type of sexual assault is acquaintance rape. In
acquaintance rape, the attacker can be a friend, relative, spouse, lover, neighbor, co-worker, employer, employee, etc. It is not unusual for acquaintance rape to include physical force, with or without a weapon. Generally speaking, the closer the relationship with the attacker, the greater the shock for the victim. The following tips concern acquaintance rape:

  • Be honest; communicate what you want honestly and respectfully.
  • Be aware of what is taking place around you.
  • Trust your instincts, stand up for yourself, and be willing to make a scene.
  • It is never okay to force yourself on an individual.
  • Be aware that “force” can be emotional coercion and intimidation as well as physical force.
  • Be aware that alcohol and/or drugs may impair your judgment.
  • Remember: NO means NO.

Complaints, questions and concerns regarding sexual assault or harassment should be directed to the Associate Provost for Students Affairs or Director of Counseling.

Student Parking Policy

Each student, faculty and staff member must register their vehicle and obtain appropriate identification for parking and operating a vehicle at any time on the Kettering University campus. Any changes in vehicle and/or license number are to be promptly reported to Campus Safety located in the Great Court of the Campus Center.

A color-coded hang tag is issued for each individual. All hang tags must be displayed on the rear-view mirror while the vehicle is parked on Kettering University property. It is the responsibility of the vehicle driver to remove the tag before driving.

Motorcycles will be registered and identified by their regular license numbers.

Transfer of a hang tag from one person to another is prohibited. When a vehicle is disposed of, the hang tag must be removed. The person issued the hang tag is responsible for any fines or penalties incurred by use of the permit on campus.

View the complete parking policy in Adobe format.