Alcohol And Other Drugs Of Abuse

In order to ensure the University's commitment to a quality educational and work environment, every faculty member, employee and student has a right to work and learn in an environment free from the effects of abuse of alcohol and other drugs.

1. Therefore, it is the policy of Bowling Green State University to prohibit the unlawful use, sale, distribution, transfer or possession of controlled substances, alcoholic beverages, drugs not medically authorized and any other substance that may impair an individual's academic or work performance or pose a hazard to the individual, public, students or employees of the University on its property or at any of its activities.
2. It is the responsibility of each faculty member, employee and student to adhere to this policy. If a violation of this policy occurs, support programs will be made available where appropriate. Disciplinary action may be taken up to and including dismissal or expulsion from the University and possible criminal prosecution. The University will make appropriate efforts to provide rehabilitative support before giving consideration to termination of employment for cause as stipulated in the Academic Charter and BGSU employee handbook.
3. Bowling Green State University's compliance with provisions of the Drug Free School and Communities Act Amendments applies to students and employees. Compliance is achieved through a comprehensive alcohol and other drug prevention program which includes policy enforcement, education programs and referral to treatment and other support services.

University Alcohol Policy

Bowling Green State University recognizes that the decision to use alcoholic beverages is a personal choice; however, this choice must be made in accordance with the laws of the State of Ohio. In addition, the mature and responsible consumption of alcohol must be consistent with the mission and core values of the University and in accordance with the Bowling Green State University Code of Student Conduct. (Section 4d 2 prohibits the use or possession of alcoholic beverages except as expressly permitted by the law and University policy.)

Procedures for Events Where Alcohol is Present

1. All laws of the State of Ohio, ordinances of the city of Bowling Green, regulations of the Ohio Department of Liquor Control, and policies and regulations of Bowling Green State University must be observed and enforced.
2. Alcoholic beverages may be consumed, possessed, served, or sold only by persons of legal age to do so, according to the laws of the State of Ohio.
3. Alcoholic beverages must be served by designated individuals. Participants may not serve themselves.
4. Individuals sponsoring the event are responsible for taking measures to ensure that alcoholic beverages are not accessible or served to persons under the legal age. This requires verifying age on entry to the event or checking those who may drink alcohol where it is served. Persons serving or checking alcohol may not consume it prior to or while serving.
5. Nonalcoholic beverages must be present at all events at all times.
6. Sponsors will provide solid food in order to moderate the effects of alcohol consumption and will continue to have food available as long as alcohol is being served.
7. The entry or exit of persons with alcoholic beverages at events where alcohol is served is not permitted.
8. The focus of the event is not limited to alcohol consumption.
9. No social event shall include any form of "drinking contest" in its activities or promotion.
10. Alcohol must stop being sold at least one hour before the end of the event.
11. Publicly distributed materials, including advertisements for any university event, shall not make reference to the availability of alcoholic beverages.
12. The following is a list of places where alcohol can be served. These facilities have occupancy limits set by the Bowling Green Fire Department which must be followed:

    Student Union
    Olscamp Hall
    McFall Center
    Mileti Alumni Center
    Doyt Perry Stadium

13. Violations of these regulations related to the use and sale of alcoholic beverages will result in immediate termination of the event and referral to the appropriate agency for disciplinary action.
14. Inspection of events where alcohol is being served will occur by an appointed designee of the Office of Student Life and/or Campus Police.