ALCOHOL AND DRUG POLICY
The University is responsible for creating the best possible community for learning and working. One aspect of this responsibility is the establishment of a clear alcohol and drug policy.
In addition to the policy described here, you should know that education, training, assessment and counseling for alcohol and other drug problems are available through the University Counseling Center, Main Hall, Room 324, x3265. When necessary, UCCS can refer students off campus for substance abuse treatment programs.
In a university, most approaches to problems are, and should be, positive and educational. You should be aware, however, that the University takes action when its policies on the use, possession, distribution, manufacture, and sale of illegal drugs have been violated. The University also cooperates with local, state, and federal authorities in the detection and prosecution of drug offenses.
Alcohol
These alcohol policies apply to the Colorado Springs campus and University sponsored activities at off-campus locations. Administrators, alumni, faculty, guests, staff, and students must adhere to all applicable state and local laws and University regulations related to the sale and use of alcoholic beverages. The most common laws related to alcohol use and sale are as follows:
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The sale of alcoholic beverages is prohibited, except in areas, at times, and on dates licensed
by the Colorado State Department of Revenue.
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Persons under 21 years of age cannot legally possess or consume alcoholic beverages of any kind. The furnishing of alcoholic beverages to underage persons is prohibited.
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Alcohol cannot be consumed or carried in open containers on any street, sidewalk, alley, automobile, or public area.
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Alcohol is not permitted in the Summit Village Residence Halls. In the Alpine Village Apartments, any student 21 years of age or older may consume alcohol in his or her room ONLY.
Serving Alcohol
Those persons or organizations who control the service of alcoholic beverages are responsible for compliance with applicable laws and University Policies.
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At University sponsored events, alcohol may not be served unless nonalcoholic beverages, including water, and food are also served. Food and nonalcoholic beverages must be available at no cost if alcohol is available at no cost.
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When events last two hours or more, service of alcoholic beverages must stop one-half hour
before the close of the event.
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The burden of proof for showing legal age is on the alcohol consumer. No alcohol will be served unless clear evidence of legal age is presented. It is the responsibility of those in charge of an event to assure that no one who is under age is served any alcoholic beverages.
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