Student Handbook - Butler University

(b)
i. Class C infractions are punishable by the imposition of a fine of up to $500. In
addition, the suspension of one’s driver’s license may also occur.
ii. Class C misdemeanors are punishable by imprisonment for not more than 60
days. In addition, a fine of not more than $500 may be imposed. In addition to
Indiana State law and University policy, members of student organizations shall be
subject to the following guidelines concerning the possession and consumption of
alcoholic beverages on University-related premises. Recommendations also are listed
that will enhance the ability of student organizations to better self-regulate events.
2. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited in all common areas, academic buildings, the auditorium in
Clowes Memorial Hall, the Butler Bowl, Hinkle Fieldhouse and the Health and Recreation
Complex (HRC), without the expressed authorization of the department head responsible for
the administration of that facility.
(a) Authorization must be obtained from the vice president for student affairs to serve or consume
alcoholic beverages in Atherton Union, the west gym, Robertson Hall, certain outdoor
locations and in public areas on the premises of a residential unit.
In order to obtain such approval, a written request detailing the time, location, number of
participants and the exact nature of the event must be submitted to the vice president’s office
15 business days in advance of the event. In addition, no special mention, pictorial or
otherwise, of the fact that alcohol will be present may be made when advertising such
events.
Furnishing and/or Consuming Alcohol
1. Alcohol may not be furnished or consumed on University-owned property unless authorization
for a specific event is obtained from the vice president for student affairs. On a case-by-case basis,
an organization may petition the vice president to allow the serving and consuming of alcoholic
beverages outside the physical structure of a building in prescribed areas. This request
must be submitted to the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs in writing at least 15
business days in advance of the event.
2. Alcoholic beverages may not be furnished or consumed outside a residence hall except in cases
noted above.
3. Residence hall students 21 years of age and their guests 21 years of age or older may possess and
consume alcoholic beverages on an individual basis in the privacy of their own rooms, with
their room doors closed. Alcohol may not be possessed or consumed in the presence of individuals
20 years of age and younger.
4. No University funds or monies from student organization accounts may be used to purchase alcoholic
beverages, without the authorization of the vice president for student affairs.
Group Use of Alcohol Guidelines
1. The guidelines are not designed to encourage or discourage alcohol consumption. Rather, they
establish parameters for alcohol use that are consistent with applicable laws and allow for social
interaction and personal expression without infringing on the rights and property of others. The
guidelines exist because the University believes that healthy, positive social interaction is an integral
part of the educational process. The guidelines will enable organizations to maintain high
standards that directly contribute to a positive living-learning environment.
2. The planning and execution of a social event is the responsibility of all organized groups participating
in the function. If a planned social event involves two or more student groups, the
appropriate officers of the groups will participate in the planning and implementation of that
event, regardless of where the event will occur. Conduct sanctions resulting from violations of
the University’s Rules of Conduct will be individualized for each case. Individual(s) alleged to
violate this policy may face University as well as legal action.
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