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More U.S. troops head
THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
WASHINGTON — The Clinton administra
tion will send 400 more U.S. troops to Somalia
to reinforce American soldiers in the strife-torn
African country administration and defense
officials said Monday night.
The officials, who spoke on condition of
anonymity, confirmed a report by CBS News
that the additional troops were being sent to
join the 1,200 American troops in a quick-re
sponse force under U.S. command in Somalia.
The new deployment was disclosed a day
after six American soldiers narrowly escaped
death when a mine exploded beneath their
truck. None was seriously hurt.
The blast ripped the undercarriage of the
25-ton truck, and left a large crater in the road.
A defense official said the troops from the
Army's 75th Ranger Regiment were being sent
to help deal with "the level of violence in Mo
gadishu."
The official denied that the troops were be
ing deployed as a result of Sunday's mine ex
plosion, saying "it has actually been in the
works for several weeks."
The official acknowledged that the three
separate attacks on U.S. forces in Somalia this
month that have resulted in four deaths fig
ured in the decision.
The members of the elite, light infantry
force will be sent to Somalia later this week.
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did for the three attacks since Aug. 8.
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killed 24 Pakistani peacekeepers and a number
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UNITED NATIONS - The
war in Bosnia could intensify and
spill across borders without a ne
gotiated — even if imperfect —
peace plan, U.N. envoy Thorvald
Stoltenberg said Monday.
Stoltenberg declined at a news
conference to say how or where
the war would expand.
He said the focus now must be
on implementation of a proposed
peace plan to divide Bosnia-
Herzegovina into three ethnic re
gions.
"There is no perfect solution in
Bosnia and Herzegovina," he
said. "The best that can be
achieved is what the parties be
able to work out freely among
themselves."
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ter "could be an utter nightmare"
for the people of Bosnia, he said.
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Ghali's special envoy to former
Yugoslavia, said in a statement
that if a negotiated agreement is
not reached soon, "the war will
not only continue, but I fear it will
intensify and may even expand,
with severe consequences."
Agreement on how to divide
Bosnia is not yet in sight. The
three parties to the Geneva talks
— Bosnian Muslims, Serbs and
Croats — departed Friday to con
sider the latest proposed map di
viding Bosnia into three loosely
joined ethnic republics.
Sunken WWII German boat found
THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
COPENHAGEN, Denmark -
Salvagers hoping for Nazi docu
ments and treasure hoisted a Ger
man U-boat "in fantastic shape"
out of a muddy seabed Monday
where it sank in an Allied attack
48 years ago.
German survivors from the
vessel and airmen from the British
plane that bombed it gathered on
the Danish island of Anholt for
the recovery.
Historians have speculated
that the U-534 carried microfilms
and paintings sent out of Ger
many in the last days of the
Hitler regime. The vessel's good
condition increased chances to
recover such items.
"It's in fantastic shape, much
better than we could have expect
ed," said Jonathan Wardlow, a
spokesman for the salvagers. The
U-boat's tower had been dam
aged by fishing trawls, but the
rest of the 255-foot submarine
was nearly intact.
Wardlow said Capt. Finn Lin-
nemann, a Danish Navy explo
sives specialist and the first man
to board the submarine, found
shells in deck lockers "in excellent
condition."
Police release
3 in Indian
massacre case
THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
BRASILIA, Brazil — Feder
al police released three miners
Monday who were detained
for questioning in the mas
sacre of 71 primitive Yanoma-
mi Indians.
Police said the miners had
nothing to do with the mas
sacre last Tuesday in a village
on the Yanomami Indian
reservation in northwestern
Brazil.
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for prospectors blamed for the
massacre at Hoximu village
last week.
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in Hoximu last Tuesday and
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PREVENTION OF ALCOHOL ABUSE AND ILLICIT DRUG USE
at Texas A&M University
Texas A&M University is committed to the elimination of alcohol abuse and illicit drug use. Alcohol abuse and illicit drug use
disrupt the special environment of personal growth that all universities seek to develop. All members of the University community must
take responsibility for preventing alcohol abuse and illicit drug use from negatively effecting this precious learning environment. This
summary is designed to provide you with basic information about University policy, applicable legal sanctions, and health risks associated
with alcohol abuse and illicit drug use. Additionally, information abput the availability of counseling, treatment, and rehabilitation
through campus programs is included.
DRUG POLICY
All members of the University community are expected to abide by state and federal
laws pertaining to controlled substances and illegal drugs. More specifically, Texas ASM
University Regulations prohibit "manufacturing, possessing, having under control. Selling,
transmitting, using or being party thereto any illegal drug, controlled substance, or drug
paraphernalia on University premises or at University-sponsored activities".
"Controlled substances" refers to those drugs and substances whose possession*,
sale, or delivery results in criminal sanctions under the Texas Controlled Substances Act,
as well as substances which possess a chemical structure similar to that of -a controlled
substance (e.g., "Designer Drugs").
ALCOHOL POLICY
Individuals must be at least 21 years old to purchase, possess, or consume
alcoholic beverages. Texas A&M University Regulations state that "drinking or having in
possession, any alcoholic or intoxicating beverage(s) in public areas of the campus is
prohibited".
Student organizations which sponsor activities where alcohol is served must have
the approval of their organization (faculty/staff) advisor and abide by established
University procedures.
Students 21 years of age or older who choose to consume alcoholic beverages in
residence hall rooms are expected to do so in moderation to ensure residents' rights to
privacy, sleep, and study. Loud or disruptive behavior, interference with the cleanliness
of the residence halls, or drinking habits which are injurious to the health or education
of an individual or those around him/her are reasons for appropriate disciplinary or
remedial action by the University.
LEGAL SANCTIONS
Possession and delivery of a controlled substance.
Possession and/or delivery of a controlled substance is a violation of state and
federal laws. Penalties range according to type of substance, amount in possession
and/or delivered, and the number and type of previous violations. Class A, B, and
C misdemeanors are punishable by up to $2000 in fines and up to 1 year in jail, or
both. Third degree felonies are punishable by 2 to 10 years in prison and up to
$10,000 in fines. First degree felonies are punishable by 5 to 99 years, or life,
in prison and up to $20,000 in fines.
Purchase, consumption, or possession of alcohol by a minor.
A violation is a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of not less than $25 nor more
than $200 on first conviction. If a person has been previously convicted of a
violation of this section, a violation is a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of not
less than $100 nor more than $500.
Purchasing alcohol for a minor, or furnishing alcohol to a minor.
A violation is a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of not less than $100 nor more
than $500.
Misrepresentation of age by a minor.
A violation is a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of not less than $25 nor more
than $200 on a first conviction. If a person has been previously convicted of a
violation, it is a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of not less than $100 nor more
than $500.
Public intoxication.
Public intoxication is a Class C misdemeanor which is punishable by a fine of up to
$200.
Sale of alcoholic beverages.
The sale of any type of alcoholic beverage without a valid license or permit is a
misdemeanor punishable by a fine of $100 to $1,000 or by confinement in the county
jail for up to 1 year, or both.
Driving while intoxicated.
A first offense is punishable by (1) a fine of not less than $100 or more than
$2000, and (2) confinement in jail for a term of not less than 72 hours or more
than 2 years.
Open container law.
State law makes it illegal for the driver of a motor vehicle to consume alcohol.
UNIVERSITY SANCTIONS
A student or employee found guilty of non-compliance with the Texas A&M University
Alcohol or Drug Policy or the laws of the State of Texas has committed a violation of
University Regulations and/or the Policy and Procedures Manual, and is subject to
sanctions commensurate with the offepses and any aggravating and mitigating circumstances-
Disciplinary action in cases involving drug related violations by students will result in
suspension, dismissal, or expulsion from the University; cases involving employees will
result in disciplinary sanctions up to and including termination. Severity of sanctions
will depend upon the nature and seriousness of each case.
Violations'' of any state or federal law pertaining to controlled substances which
occur off carfipus and are not associated with a University-connected activity may result in
disciplinary changes in situations in which the continued presencq of ’ the individual on
campus is likely to interfere with the educational process and/or the orderly operation of
the University.
University disciplinary proceedings will be in accordance with procedures’ outlined
in the University Regulations (students) and the Policy and Procedures Manual (faculty and
staff) . Any disciplinary action imposed by the University may precede and be in addition
to any penalty imposed by an off campus authority.
This brochure summarizes information contained within University drug and alcohol
policies for students and employees. More specific information is available from tl*
Center for Drug Prevention and Education at 845-0280.
HEALTH RISKS
Alcohol abuse can cause many health related problems. Approximately 150,000 deaths
annually are directly related to alcohol abuse and/or alcoholism. Alcohol abuse can lead
to alcoholism, premature death through overdose, and complications involving the brairt
heart, liver, and many other body organs. Alcohol abuse is a prime contributor to
suicide, homicide, motor vehicle deaths, and other so-called accidental causes of death-
Alcohol abuse also causes liver disease, gastritis, and anemia.
Alcohol abuse interferes with psychological functions, causes interpersonal
difficulties, and is involved in most cases of child abuse. Alcohol abuse also disrupts
occupational effectiveness, and causes legal and financial problems. Alcohol used in an)
amount by a pregnant woman can cause birth defects.
The abuse of illicit drugs can result in a wide range of health problems. I®
general, illicit drug use can result in drug addiction, death by overdose, death fro®
withdrawal, seizure, heart problems, infections (i.e. HIV/AIDS, hepatitis), liver diseasei
and chronic brain dysfunction. Other problems associated with illicit drug use include
psychological dysfunctions such as memory loss, thought disorders (i.e. hallucinations;
paranoia, psychosis), and psychological dependency. Additional effects include
occupational, social, and family problems as well as a reduction in motivation. Drug use
by a pregnant woman may cause addiction or health complications in her unborn child.
For more information about health risks associated with drug abuse call the HeaT/
Education Center, located in the Beutel Health Center, at 845-1341.
CAMPUS RESOURCES
In order to help those individuals who may have an alcohol or other drug abuse
problem, the University has established several resources which are available to students;
faculty, and staff.
Center for Drug Prevention and Education. As part of its mission to provide brcT
based alcohol and other drug abuse prevention programs for the campus community, the
Center for Drug Prevention and Education will provide alcohol and other drug abuse
assessments and referrals for students, faculty, and staff. Limited ongoing recover;
support counseling is available. All contacts are confidential. For information, cal-
845-0280.
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Employee Assistance Program. The Employee Assistance Program is a confidents-
source for assessment,-- short-term counseling, and referral for a broad range of probleifj
including alcohol or other drug abuse. This service is available to all faculty and staf :
and their family members through the Human Resources Department. For information, cal-
845-3711.
Faculty Assistance Program. The Faculty Assistance Program is a confidentisj
counseling service designed to assist faculty members with personal or occupation
issues. For further information, call 776-4000.
Recovery Support Programs. Recovery support programs, most commonly referred to^
Alcoholics Anonymous (A.A.) and Narcotics Anonymous (N.A.), meet regularly on campu 5
These fellowships of recovery have a long history of success for their active members
Membership in A.A. and/or N.A. is open to faculty, staff, and students. For informati® 1
and meeting times, call 845-0280.