Marijuana use still prohibited on UO campus

Originally Posted on Emerald Media via UWIRE

While the passing of Measure 91 legalized the recreational use of marijuana in Oregon, the University of Oregon’s policy toward marijuana use will remain the same.

The university currently bans the “manufacture, processing, distribution, or cultivation of a Drug, including but not limited to marijuana or narcotics,” according to the Student Conduct Code. While drug possession and use is prohibited on campus, according to the University Housing Contract, UO residents 21 years of age or older who are not living in a Wellness and Substance Free hall may consume alcohol in the privacy of their room with the door closed and can bring alcohol into the residence halls if concealed.

Vice President for Student Life Robin Holmes released a statement to USA Today via email regarding the policy.

“Marijuana use is, and will continue to be, prohibited on campus,” Holmes wrote. “Because Measure 91 does not make any significant changes to Oregon law until July 2015, we will be working between now and then to address any necessary policy changes as a result of the change in state law.”

While Measure 91 legalized the use of marijuana for those over 21 years of age, it is not legal until July 1, 2015. Until then, all marijuana usage remains illegal, and the UO student policy will continue to ban recreational marijuana.

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