What is this list?  

To achieve goals of transparency, awareness and safety, UO has compiled and is making available an overview of recent allegations related to alleged drink tampering/drugging. Any updates or new information will be added as it occurs or is reported.  

No action or inaction by a crime survivor makes that person responsible for their victimization. Perpetrators are responsible for crimes and their effects. Resources and support are available for survivors of crime in person and by phone 24 hours a day.  

• Students who have experienced sexual or domestic violence can find immediate help and confidential resources at safe.uoregon.edu or the 24-hour SAFE hotline at 541-346-SAFE (7233). 
• The Office of the Dean of Students Care and Advocacy Program can help student survivors of a crime find support options online or call 541-346-3216.  
• University Counseling Services is open weekdays until 5 p.m. For 24-hour crisis support call 541-346-3227.   
• Duck Nest in EMU is staffed by Peer Wellness Advocates and provides a place for students to practice self-care and life-balance. The Duck Nest is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday-Thursday and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday. It is closed weekends. 

Why hasn’t someone been caught? 

In some instances, a responsible person was identified. Some investigations are pending. While most of these reports were made following fraternity parties, there is a risk of drugging anywhere alcohol is consumed.  

Student safety is paramount. 

The university works to identify the person(s) responsible for reported druggings and recognizes that victims and witnesses may be afraid to come forward. The university takes steps to protect victims and complainants from any type of retaliation and pursues student conduct charges under university policy if retaliation occurs. It is important that victims and witnesses report what happened to them or what they saw so that the university can provide support. It also helps when victims and witnesses participate in investigations.  

To whom do people report?  

• UO Office of Investigations and Civil Rights Compliance (internal tracking and investigation, for sex or gender-based conduct including sexual assault) 
• UO Office of Student Conduct and Community Standards (internal tracking and investigation, for violations of the student conduct code) 
• UO Police Department (criminal conduct) 
• Eugene Police Department (off-campus event, not UO-affiliated) 

Note: Information is shared between offices and UOPD, regardless of where the report is made. 

When are UO Alerts sent? 

Alerts are sent when there is a threat to the UO community or information community members need to protect themselves and others.  In an emergency information is texted and emailed. Otherwise, information is emailed and posted on the UO Alerts page.  

We’ve streamlined information sharing to improve community notification of these types of events. This list will be updated with any additional reports. Certain events will result in a campus notification based on the Clery Act.  

There may be a delay between an incident and notice to the campus community. People often do not report incidents immediately. We consult with the reporting individual before sending notice if there isn’t an immediate threat.  

The university also considers the risk of compromising law enforcement efforts and whether additional information is needed to ensure accuracy prior to sending alerts. 

What is being done to protect people?  

• All students, including incoming and first year students receive mandatory online prevention education on topics of sexual violence prevention and substance misuse prevention education. More details can be found at https://dos.uoregon.edu/prevention-course. 
• Training on party safety and alcohol use is given to all incoming students and additional presentations to those in Greek Life. 
• Fraternities hosting parties have a standard guest list system 
• Sober monitors are at all parties.  
• In February 2024, the Interfraternity Council voluntarily suspended parties involving alcohol until April 2024. During that time Greek Life members received additional training and support.  
• Information about university conduct actions and chapter status of fraternity and sorority organizations is available at https://dos.uoregon.edu/fsl-status.  

Why would someone drug another person’s drink? 

Drink drugging can happen to anyone but is particularly used to incapacitate or disorient another person. College students of all ages, gender, and identities report experiencing incidents of suspected drink tampering.

Typically, alcohol or another substance is added to a target’s drink in an attempt to make someone vulnerable. It can take anywhere from 15-30 minutes before an individual is able to detect any effects.  

What drugs are used during druggings or drug facilitated sexual assault? 

Alcohol is frequently used on its own or in combination with other substances to commit drug-facilitated sexual assault. Involuntary drugging most frequently (though not exclusively) occurs in places where alcohol is prevalent, such as bars, clubs, and parties.

Many substances can be used to incapacitate someone. Some of the more common substances include “party drugs” like Rohypnol, Gamma-hydroxybutyrate (GHB), and Ketamine. Individuals may also use prescription medications such as sleep aids, anxiety medication, muscle relaxers, and tranquilizers. Many of these substances can have many different names and ways to refer to them.  

If someone is incapacitated, they cannot give affirmative consent, no matter the circumstances.  

Involuntary drugging is against the law and university policy. Administering substances without the person’s knowledge may be considered aggravated assault under federal statute.

Consuming a tampered drink can be frightening and isolating to experience. For both victims and bystanders, it can be difficult to distinguish the symptoms of drink spiking from general intoxication – and even harder to formulate a plan of action to help someone who maybe be actively impaired.  

What are the signs of someone who consumed a drugged drink? 

Signs of a tampered drink: 

• Excessive bubbles 
• Foggy appearance or change in color 
• Change in taste 

However, some drugs that are used to incapacitate/drug are colorless, odorless, and tasteless, so you may not always observe a change in taste, color, or smell. Non-alcoholic beverages can also be drugged.

Where can I find more information about drugging?

Refer to the Drugging Frequently Asked Questions.

Tips for Safely Attending Parties

• In the event of a medical emergency, call 9-1-1 immediately. The UO complies with the Oregon Medical Amnesty law, which prevents underage drinkers from receiving a minor in possession (MIP) when aiding someone with alcohol poisoning or seeking aid for themselves.
• Do not put substances in other people’s drinks.
• Use caution when accepting drinks from others; normalize declining unwanted drinks.
• Never leave your drink unattended.
• If you need to step away, leave your drink with friends or a trusted source.
• Dispose of unattended glasses or containers in sinks or garbage bins, as appropriate.
• Report suspicious behavior. Call 9-1-1 for medical and law enforcement assistance if you think something unknown has been added to your drink. 
• Don’t accept an open drink. If you order a drink, watch the person open the bottle or mix your drink.
• Stay with friends, watch out for each other, and let others know where you will be.