The University is to remain open providing quality education except when the most severely adverse conditions exist. Under these circumstances, the university's Severe Weather Policy will be implemented.

The possession and/or consumption of alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs on the campus and/or the residence halls of Northern Kentucky University is prohibited.

The possession of, use or storage of any firearm, ammunition, explosive device (including fireworks), or other deadly weapon in any form is prohibited on any Northern Kentucky University property or in any facility or on any property owned, leased, or operated by the University, except as permitted by law (K.R.S. 527.020).

Northern Kentucky University (NKU) is required by federal and state law to provide information to the public about campus crime statistics and statements of security policy. Failure to provide the required information or the inclusion of inaccurate information can result in fines up to $59,017 per violation or the suspension of NKU’s participation in federal student financial aid programs. This policy establishes the parameters for compliance with the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and the state Michael Minger Act (Minger Act).