have the ganja confiscated, sealed in an envelope and retained as evidence in any disciplinary matter. In some circumstances, the campus security agents may also make reports to the police concerning ganja possession and use. If the ganja found exceeds two ounces, the campus security shall also be required to report this fact to the University authorities for disciplinary consideration (NB: the Safety and Security Department is not equipped to determine the weight of ganja). It is lawful for ganja to be consumed on private property; however it is unlawful to smoke/consume ganja in public places. The University of Technology, Jamaica being a public place, the University shall be authorized to impose penalties of up to, and including, suspension for willful breach of the law concerning possession of more than two ounces. In its assessment of cases concerning ganja use, the University will also consider whether treatment for drug addiction or drug abuse is to be recommended. In applying the national law relating to ganja, the University will always bear in mind the need to be sensitive to the welfare of the persons within the care of the University, and especially the welfare of students. Indiscriminate use of alcohol and illegal drugs on University property is considered a major offence of Ordinance 1999/14 of the University rules See page 198). (Excerpt from the Office of the President Statement on the question of Ganja, April 20, 2017) I LL ICI T GAMING AND GAMBL ING Engagement in illicit or illegal gaming or gambling activity is prohibited on the University Campuses. Students are warned against conducting, participating or being involved in any such practices on the University’s campuses as such activities in violations to University’s Rules as set out in Ordinance 14 of the University Rules and Regulations. Students found in violation will be dealt with according to the University’s Disciplinary procedures. The University is being very mindful that such illicit practices often result in the escalation of disputes that may cause extremely disruptive or violent behaviors. Security personnel are charged with the responsibility to intervene and prevent the activity if it is suspected or reported. HALLS OF RES IDENCE DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES All students should be aware of the rules governing the Halls of Residence. Residents who do not comply with the rules and regulations set out in the Resident Students’ Handbook or the general rules of the University will be subject to: • the University’s Disciplinary Procedures detailed in Ordinance 1999/14-Student Discipline • termination of boarding privileges at any time. DORM SECURI TY Security officers and proximity access systems secure all dorms. Students must not allow other people to use their access cards. Misuse of the system could result in the removal of privileges. Rules and Regulations relating TH E UN I V E R S I T Y OF TE CHNO LOGY, J AMA I C A – ST UD E NT HANDBOOK 2022–2023 SE CUR I T Y 142
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