While the state of Washington has legalized marijuana, Washington State University complies with federal law where marijuana remains illegal.
All students are held to WSU Community Standards for alcohol and drugs. See Executive Policy #20 as well as WAC 504-26-211 and WAC 504-26-212 for regulation on lawful use and possession.
Medical students should be cognizant of how health care facilities will be handling positive THC results on drug screening. For medical students training or shadowing in health care facilities, many already require drug screening, including THC, as a prerequisite for participation in a clerkship or clinical elective. Medical students are required to complete several clinical experiences in order to graduate and positive THC tests may prohibit students from completing these experiences due to health care facility policies. Thus, medical students may face negative consequences for a positive THC screen, including the inability to complete a degree.