Nature of Protection / Shield The Gwynedd Mercy University Good Samaritan Policy is not intended to shield or protect those students who repeatedly violate the Code of Conduct . In cases where repeated violations of the Gwynedd Mercy University ’ s Code of Conduct occurs , the University reserves the right to take judicial action on a case by case basis regardless of the manner in which the incident was reported .
Institutional Discretion Statement Gwynedd Mercy University will have final discretion / authority to determine whether the Good Samaritan Policy will be applicable .
Hazing Policy Hazing is defined as : “ any activity expected of someone joining a group that humiliates , degrades , abuses or endangers , regardless of the person ’ s willingness to participate . This does not include activities such as rookies carrying the balls , team parties with community games , or going out with your teammates , unless an atmosphere of humiliation , degradation , abuse or danger arises .”
The following are non-exhaustive examples of unacceptable behavior :
Harassing others , destroying property , simulating sexual acts , emotional , verbal or physical abuse , yelling or cursing at teammates , being forced to wear embarrassing clothing , being forced to act as servants to other players , and forced participation in alcohol-related functions .
Incidents of Hazing can be reported to Public Safety at 215-641-5522 .
Policy Gwynedd Mercy University strongly encourages students to seek and use medical assistance for themselves during emergency
situations when they are dangerously under the influence of alcohol or drugs . No student seeking medical treatment for themselves or accepting medical treatment as a result of a Good Samaritan report , for the effects of drug or alcohol use , will be subject to University discipline for violating the Alcohol or Other Drug policy . Medical Amnesty may be granted to an intoxicated student ; however , the student will be required to complete the necessary requirements ( outlined below ) including participating in the University ’ s R . A . I . S . E . ( Reducing Alcohol Incidents through Student Education ) program .
Description of Emergency Situations
• All students are strongly encouraged to call for assistance ( i . e . Public Safety , Resident Assistant , 911 , etc .) for themselves during situations where they are dangerously under the influence of alcohol or drugs .
• Signs and / or symptoms of excessive consumption may include : o Vomiting o Confusion , stupor o Slow or irregular breathing o Low body temperature o Unconsciousness ( Passing Out ) In some cases , an individual may not display “ classic signs and / or symptoms .” However , if a student suspects someone may
have consumed an excessive amount of alcohol and / or other drugs , s / he should err on the side of caution and seek emergency assistance .
Requirements for Medical Amnesty To qualify for medical amnesty , a student must :
1 ) Seek and use medical attention at the time of the incident or receive medical attention as a result of a Good Samaritan report .
2 ) Contact Residence Life professional staff or the Vice President for Student Services and Dean of Students within 48 hours to schedule an appointment concerning the incident .
3 ) Meet with Residence Life professional staff or the Vice President for Student Services and Dean of Students within 5-7 days of the incident ;
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