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o Disruptive, disorderly, or dangerous conduct related to the consumption of alcohol.
o Driving on or off campus while under the influence of alcohol.
• Residing on campus and the possession/consumption of alcoholic beverages on campus is a privilege
and not a right. Therefore, regardless of age, the following policies apply within University residence
halls and/or on University property:
o Consumption or possession of alcoholic beverages in open containers is prohibited in
common areas of residence halls, including hallways, lounges, lobbies, stairwells, and
bathrooms.
o Common source containers of alcoholic beverages, including beer kegs and alcoholic punch
are prohibited in residence halls and on University property without authorization from
appropriate University officials.
o Participation in drinking games involving the consumption of alcohol, consuming shots of
alcohol, and any type of binge drinking (e.g. chugging, “shot-gunning,” etc.) is prohibited in
residence halls and on University property.
o Possession or use of binge drinking paraphernalia or any instrument of alcohol abuse (e.g.
funnels, beer pong tables, etc.) is prohibited in residence halls and on University property.
• For students of legal drinking age, the following policies apply within University residence halls and on
University property:
o Students of legal age may possess and consume alcoholic beverages only in designated upper-
class residential areas including Aubuchon, Authier, Bissonnette, Dion, Dufault,
Living/Learning Center, Moquin, Plough, Cesareo, Young, Wachusett, and West Halls..
o Alcoholic beverages are never permitted, regardless of the age of the student, in Alumni,
Desautels, Hanrahan, Nault, Salisbury, or Worcester Halls, or in the outside areas, public areas
(hallways, lounges, etc.), athletic fields, or other campus buildings unless specifically designated
(this includes alcohol containers used for decorative purposes). In addition, guests, and
residents of Substance-Free Housing are strictly prohibited from possessing or being under
the influence of alcohol and/or or other controlled substances while in the residence.
o At all times, alcohol use must be consistent with the concept of moderate and responsible
consumption. For purposes of this policy, moderate and responsible consumption is the
expectation that using alcohol should always be in a manner that does not harm others and
minimizes harm to the user.
o Conversely, using alcohol to the degree that one may endanger themselves or other persons
or property, or otherwise disrupt the community is not considered moderate and responsible
consumption.
o Students of legal age may transport alcohol in common areas of campus or University
residence halls in closed containers and in suitable packaging, consistent with the concept of
moderate and responsible consumption.
o Students may not transport alcohol in common areas of campus or University residence halls
in open containers, i.e., a source or container of alcohol that may or may not be labeled as
such. Any container where the original factory seal has been broken (beer cans, wine bottles,
liquor bottles, etc.) is considered to be open. Additionally, solo cups, clear water bottles, or an
unsealed bottle is also considered an open container. University officials reserve the right to
inspect a student’s container upon information or belief that the student is intoxicated or under
the influence of drugs.
o Students of legal age may possess and consume alcoholic beverages at approved University
functions and/or when served at a campus facility/event authorized to provide alcoholic
beverages.
o All student organization sponsored events where alcohol may be served must be approved by
the appropriate University official and must follow all University policies and regulations. At
all times, alcohol use must be consistent with the concept of moderate and responsible
consumption. Furnishing alcohol to any person under the age of 21 or enabling underage
alcohol consumption is strictly prohibited for student organizations.