Alcohol Policy
On-campus possession, consumption, and distribution of alcoholic beverages is prohibited in all indoor and outdoor areas, regardless of age. This includes empty bottles or containers for decoration or recycling purposes. Posters, boxes, signs, and other items advertising alcohol are prohibited in public areas. This includes lighted signs in windows and posters on the outside of any door. Alcohol is prohibited at official University student functions (i.e., sporting events, dances, etc.), and the student assumes a risk when they choose to have or use alcohol on campus. In most cases the Jamestown Police Department will be contacted if persons using or in possession of alcohol on campus are not UJ students. The Jamestown Police Department will always be called when the individuals are under 18 years of age. Alcohol related games or activities, including but not limited to beer pong, even when alcohol is not present, consumed, or utilized, is prohibited.
In an effort to protect students’ rights and their environment, students visibly intoxicated on campus will be considered in violation of the campus alcohol policy. The following are some of the criteria that will be used in determining whether a student will be cited for public intoxication: passing out, public vomiting, needing assistance in finding his/her room, inability to stand, noticeably smelling of alcohol, slurred speech, and urinating in public. The student will be referred to the University judicial process for violation of the campus alcohol policy. The criteria for public intoxication listed is a guideline for the staff, but is not limited to the criteria listed. In addition, any student reported as intoxicated on campus may meet with the Dean or their designee for possible referral for an alcohol evaluation and counseling.
Guests in a room where alcohol is present will be considered in violation of the campus alcohol policy. All students in violation of the alcohol policy will be notified by the Dean.
Room residents are always in violation of the alcohol policy if they are in their room and evidence of alcohol is present. Residents not present may or may not be considered in violation depending on the circumstances of the incident.
All persons in a room where alcohol or empty containers, including but not limited to cans, bottles, kegs, or bottle caps are present will be considered in violation of the alcohol policy, as will persons in a vehicle on campus where alcohol is found. In cases where excessive numbers of students or excessive amounts of alcohol are present additional disciplinary action may be taken by the Dean.
Common sources of alcohol or devices that promote irresponsible drinking (including, but not limited to kegs, beer or party balls, funnels, bongs, beer pong tables, etc.) are not permitted in the residence halls.
Each student is responsible for what happens in his or her assigned residence room. If a room is left unlocked and a violation occurs, the resident(s) of the room may also face disciplinary action. All students are encouraged to lock their doors for the safety of their possessions and to prevent unnecessary involvement in disciplinary sanctions.
The Athletic Director will be notified of all athletes who violate the university alcohol policy on- or off-campus.
Parents may be notified if the student is under 21 and/or the alcohol violations are considered serious enough to potentially interfere with the student’s success.