ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE POLICY

Winthrop University does not sanction the consumption or possession of alcoholic beverages by students; nor does it sanction the violation of federal, state, or local law. Responsibility for good conduct rests with students as adult individuals. It is against South Carolina law for any person under the age of 21 years to purchase or knowingly have in his or her possession any alcoholic beverages. Any person who sells or gives alcoholic beverages to any person under the age of 21 is responsible to the law. Furthermore, any students or student groups sponsoring social events are the hosts responsible for complying with all applicable laws and university regulations.

It is against the City of Rock Hill code to "openly display" or consume: any beer or wine in any place not specifically licensed for public consumption. In keeping with this code, consumption of beer and wine is permitted only in the following areas on campus: In the students’ rooms who are of legal age; in ATS, The Shack and McBryde Hall during University approved events.

ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONSUMPTION AT WINTHROP ATHLETIC EVENTS AND ALL PUBLIC PLACES ON CAMPUS IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED.

Procedures for Serving Beer and/or Wine

I. Beer and wine may be served at group functions in ATS, The Shack, or McBryde only if permission to do so is secured in writing from the Events Approval Committee. A request for permission to serve beer and/or wine must be addressed on the online space reservation form.

Special Note: Free-flowing tap containers are not allowed.

II. All beer and wine for licensed events (where an admission charge or donation is collected) must be ordered through dining services.

III. All beverages at licensed events must be sold and served by dining services personnel. A $100 service charge for personnel, license and cleaning of taps and tap area assessed by the Dining Services. Appropriate forms should be submitted with the Request for Beer and Wine Permit.

IV. Beer and wine for non-licensed events must be purchased from a source other than the Dining Services and the sponsoring organization must be completely responsible for beverage delivery, setup and cleanup.

V. For any approved event at which individual students provide their own alcoholic beverage all BYOB guidelines must be followed. See the Program Director for Clubs and Organizations for details.

VI. At all events where alcoholic beverages are served, alternative non-alcoholic beverages and food must also be available. Supervision may be required to insure Alcoholic Beverage Policies are observed.

VII. The amount of beer and/or wine permitted for a function will be negotiated with the Program Director for Clubs and Organizations based upon the nature of the event, the number of people expected and the location.

VIII. Tickets may not be sold on campus for off-campus events where alcoholic beverages will be served.

IX. Consumption of alcoholic beverages in the Residence Halls is permitted in students' rooms and apartments where the assigned residents of that particular room are of legal age. The determination of when a party is excessive will be at the discretion of the Residence Life Staff. There is a limit of 12 people that can be in attendance, with minimal noise and the room door must remain closed.

Violations of Alcoholic Beverage Policy

Sanctions imposed against groups failing to follow established guidelines and policies may include but are not limited to: specified hours of University service, fines and/or loss of campus privileges for a specified period of time (e.g. event restrictions), educational sanctions, or recommendation for revocation of the organization charter.

A student or student organization that is allegedly responsible for a major incident or is an accessory to misconduct involving prohibited conduct outlined in the Student Conduct Code, will be held accountable according to the process outlined in the Student Handbook.

Administrators in the Division of Student Life will review minor incidents of alleged violations of University policies by Clubs and Organizations and determine sanctions as appropriate.

Appeals regarding actions and sanctions imposed by an Administrator may be submitted in writing to that Administrator for presentation to a review committee composed of the organization’s advisor, two representatives from the Division of Student Life appointed by the Vice President for Student Life, and the Judicial Council Chair.

Disclaimer

Please see the 2008-2009 Student Handbook for the complete and official text of the Alcoholic Beverage Policy (pg. 31)  This website was created for easy review, but is not a substitution for the full text found in the Student Handbook.