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Alcohol and Other Drug Statement of Office of Residential Services

Alcohol and Other Drug Statement of Office of Residential Services

In accordance with the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, WPI prohibits the unlawful possession, use, and/or distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol on its property and/or as part of its activities. All resident students are expected to abide by these laws with regard to the possession, use or sale of alcohol and other drugs. More specifically, the "Policy For Alcohol Use In The Residence Halls" is as follows:

1. Students under the age of 21 cannot possess, consume, transport, or be served alcohol.
2. It is a violation to possess or consume alcohol in the common areas of the residence halls. This includes hallways, floor lounges, and function rooms.
3. Kegs, beer balls or any other bulk containers of alcohol are not permitted on campus at any time.
4. It is a criminal offense, punishable by up to a year in jail and $2,000 fine, for any person to furnish any alcoholic beverage to a person under 21 years. According to Massachusetts state law, "furnish" means to knowingly or intentionally supply, give, or provide to or allow a person under 21 years of age to possess alcoholic beverages on premises or property owned or controlled by the person charged.