Policy Governing Use Of Alcoholic Beverages On Campus

Southern West Virginia Community and Technical College recognizes its students and employees as being adults and expects them to obey the law and to take personal responsibility for their conduct.

The use or possession of alcoholic beverages is prohibited in the building and on the grounds of Southern West Virginia Community and Technical College. The consumption or use of alcoholic beverages during off-campus activities or events held under the auspices of the College is prohibited when proscribed by the rules of conduct published for such activities or events. Those attending College-sponsored activities will be held responsible for their conduct while in attendance.

Alcoholic beverages shall include alcohol, beer, wine, spirits and any liquid or solid capable of being used as a beverage, including non-intoxicating beer. Any student or staff member who violates the terms of this policy by possessing or consuming alcoholic beverages shall be subject to disciplinary action. Visitors who violate the terms of this policy by possessing or consuming alcoholic beverages on campus shall be requested to vacate the premises by the responsible staff member and may be reported to appropriate law enforcement agencies if circumstances warrant.