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The possession and/or use of narcotics and other controlled substances, commonly referred to as illegal drugs, is prohibited on campus. Violators may be legally charged with drug possession. The following policy regarding illegal drugs has been established.

No person will be admitted or hired who is known to be a user, promoter, or seller of any controlled substance, as that term is defined in state and federal statutes. Use or possession of illegal drugs (controlled substances) on premises or during working hours, including break or meal periods, or working under the influence of illegal drugs, is strictly prohibited. Any employee or student violating this policy may be referred to drug counseling programs, drug rehabilitation programs, or employee assistance programs, or may be disciplined, up to and including dismissal for the first offense.

Any student or employee who is found to be a seller or involved in the sale, solicitation, or dealing of illegal drugs will be discharged from employment and/or classes at Sheridan College.

Smoking is prohibited in all campus buildings and in/on all College property, including College vehicles and residence halls. At the discretion of a College in the District, designated smoking space can be provided; however, it must be placed in such a way to eliminate environmental smoke hazards to non-smokers. Smoking is permitted in personal automobiles when parked on campus.

Organizers and attendees at public events, such as conferences, meetings, public lectures, social events, and cultural events using NWCCD facilities are required to abide by the College’s Smoke-Free Policy. Organizers of such events are responsible for communicating this policy to attendees and for enforcing this policy.

For the purposes of this policy, smoking is defined as burning any type of tobacco product

The Board of Trustees prohibits the possession, use or storage of firearms and any other dangerous weapons on all properties owned, leased and/or controlled by the College, with the following
exceptions:

• The individual has been issued a valid Wyoming concealed carry permit, pursuant to Wyo. Stat. § 6-8-104(a)(ii), and must follow all procedures outlined in Procedure 3050.1
• Per Wyo. Stat. § 6-8-105, additional exceptions regarding concealed carry may apply in specific circumstances (e.g. volatile/explosive material presence/storage, events where alcohol is present)
• The individual is registered through the SC Campus Safety Office to be storing long guns in the designated storage space as directed by Campus Safety and outlined in Procedure 3050.1
• The individual is active law enforcement personnel.
• The individual has been granted an exception for official college business and/or college-approved academic activities, provided that advance written approval is obtained and all safety protocols are followed.

The following regulations apply to all persons operating vehicles on the College campus:

• Motor vehicle operators must possess a valid driver’s license
• Motor vehicles must be operated in a reasonable and prudent manner at all times
• Intentionally impeding or endangering normal pedestrian or vehicle traffic is prohibited
• The maximum speed limit on campus is 20 miles per hour and is radar-enforced; speed should be reduced as weather and road conditions dictate
• Pedestrians have the right-of-way at all times
• All motor vehicles should have mufflers in proper working order; excessive noise is prohibited
• Motorcycles must be operated on the campus roads only; all state laws governing the operation of motorcycles must be observed
• The operation of snowmobiles on campus is prohibited
• Only vehicles belonging to Residence Hall residents are allowed to be parked on campus for an extended time period
• All parked vehicles must be properly registered and in operable condition
• Students are asked not to leave their vehicles on campus over the summer months
• Those who find it necessary to leave their vehicles on campus during other school vacations are to contact the Campus Safety Director or Risk Manager by calling the safety lines on both campuses.
• Individuals should refrain from parking in restricted areas, including the following: in areas where signs indicate “No Parking” or parking by special permit (i.e., “Handicapped”); in areas marked in yellow paint; on sidewalks or lawns; in front of trash dumpsters; or where a vehicle would block sidewalk access

Violations of College parking regulations may result in disciplinary action.