Student Conduct and Expectation Reminders

Dear Students,

The University looks forward to several large-scale semester events for UHart students. This includes Spring Fest happening this Saturday.

This email provides a reminder regarding student conduct and expectations, in particular, concerning the decision to consume alcohol or use illegal substances on campus.

We remind you at this time:

 The University is pleased to regularly offer a wide range of events for students to enjoy in a safe environment while making smart decisions. That includes the many activities being offered this weekend. Although many people may think that drinking alcohol is the norm on college campuses, that is not the personal experience for many at UHart. Data from our recent participation in the National College Health Assessment reported 29% of UHart students have never consumed alcohol. More than 65% of UHart students had not consumed alcohol in the prior two weeks. We hope our students and campus community will feel comfortable knowing you do not need to drink alcohol to enjoy an activity or because others are drinking. Remember, not everyone is consuming alcohol and it is your own personal decision to make. Again, please be aware of making smart decisions.

If you have questions about the University’s alcohol policy or drug policy, please contact Vice President of Student Success/Dean of Students Aaron Isaacs at 860.768.4285. The full University alcohol and drug policies are listed below.

Thank you,

Aaron Issacs

Vice President of Student Success and Dean of Students

David Stender

Executive Director, Student Conduct and Compliance

Alcohol Policy:
Students should review and are expected to abide by Connecticut state laws and the University of Hartford alcohol policy as published in The Source, or otherwise distributed or published by the University of Hartford.

Behavior that violates the Alcohol Policy includes, but is not limited to:

A. Members of the University community or guests/ visitors under the age of 21 in possession or use of alcoholic beverages.

B. Individuals who distribute, transport, serve and/or purchase alcohol to/for minors.

C. Students who are disruptive with intoxicated behaviors due to the consumption of alcohol.

D. Operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol

E. Possession of alcohol that exceeds quantity limits.

For students who are of legal age, the quantity limit per student is:

• 15 beers (12 oz containers) OR,

• 1.5 liters of wine OR

• 1 pint of hard alcohol (not higher than 80 proof and not stimulant-enhanced),

• but not to exceed 60 beers (12 oz. containers) OR 3.0 liters of wine OR 1 liter (2 pints) of hard alcohol in a living unit, regardless of the number of occupants/visitors of the legal drinking age.

• Empty containers will be counted towards the quantity limits.

F. Possession of kegs or other large alcohol storage devices/common sources (i.e. trash cans, beer balls etc.) is prohibited.

G. Large gatherings or events where alcohol is present.

H. Possession or use of drinking paraphernalia, devices and/ or games that promote consumption of alcohol (i.e., beer bongs, beer-pong tables, funnels, empty alcohol containers, etc.). Such items may be confiscated and not returned.

I. Use of alcohol packaging or signage for decoration.

J. Possession or consumption of alcoholic beverages in public areas, except where designated, or at university events where alcohol is not served, regardless of age.

K. Selling alcoholic beverages.

L. Violations of other University alcohol policies or federal, state, and local laws pertaining to alcohol.

Controlled Substance Policy (Drug Policy):

A. The possession and/or use of illegal or harmful drugs in prohibited.

B. The manufacture, distribution, possession with intent to sell and/or sale of prescription medication, illegal or harmful drugs is prohibited.

C. The possession and/or use of drug paraphernalia is prohibited.

D. The improper possession and/or misuse of prescription medication is prohibited.