Initiatives on Alcohol and Other Drugs

University Policy on Alcohol

Washington and Lee University supports the Commonwealth of Virginia’s laws on the licensing, distribution and consumption of alcoholic beverages. It is the responsibility of all members of the University community to abide by those laws.

• University Policy on Alcohol

Individual Violations

The Student Judicial Council (SJC) enforces an incident system with specific consequences for violations of University alcohol/drug policies by individuals. Students who intentionally aid any violation of the University’s Policies on Alcohol and Other Drugs may be held responsible by the Student Judicial Council (SJC) as an accessory to the violation occurring.

• Individual Violations

Student Organization Violations

Washington and Lee University oversees all student organizations: Greek, non-Greek, athletic teams, and law student organizations. A professional staff member through the Office of the Dean of Students shall advise all undergraduate student organizations regarding use of alcohol for club-sponsored events. The Office of the Assistant Dean for Law Student Affairs advises all law student organizations regarding use of alcohol for club-sponsored events.

• Student Organization Violations

Education, Programming and the University Environment

The University discourages underage and high-risk use of alcohol and illegal drug use. Assessment of student behaviors, the University environment and the negative consequences of alcohol and other drug use takes place regularly. Education and programming to meet identified needs are key elements in our primary alcohol and drug prevention program.

• Education, Programming and the University Environment

History of University Initiatives on Alcohol

History of university initiatives on alcohol

• History of University Initiatives on Alcohol