OMG, i just received this email on the Students' Union presidents mailing list. I cant tell you where's it from at the mo but PLEASE, please do email ME at revolution@soas.ac.uk and i will pass it on.
"We’ve been alerted to a practice on our acting courses, where lecturers are insisting students take a breathalyser test on a Wednesday morning and denying them access to classes if they “fail”.
Students tell us that this has been brought in across the acting courses to treat students “equally” as there is a perceived need to protect those engaging in Stage combat practicals and training.
Our initial thoughts are:
- Is this an illegal search? Do students have a right to privacy if there is no immediate risk to their self or others?
- Who is administering the tests? How are they certified as competent?
- What processes are in place to prevent “false positives”? How do we resolve such?
- What machinery / equipment is being used? How often is it calibrated? And, again, by certified technicians?
- What redress does a fee-paying student have for being denied contact time with academic personnel?
Any reactions, input, ideas or examples of this occurring elsewhere will be very welcome…
Thanks!"
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