Clemson University recognizes that adults will make their own personal decisions regarding the use of alcoholic beverages. However, the University also advocates a healthy lifestyle and is committed to having a campus that is free of the illegal and abusive use of drugs and alcohol.
University policy prohibits the use of alcohol on campus by anyone under age 21 as well as the illicit or unauthorized manufacture, use, possession or dispensation of alcohol or illegal drugs by employees or students on University property or as part of any University activity. Going to class or reporting to work under the influence of alcohol or drugs is prohibited. Students, faculty and staff are responsible for their actions at all times, regardless of sobriety or intoxication, and are expected to follow all University regulations, local laws and ordinances, and all state and federal laws regarding consumption of alcoholic beverages and possession or use of drugs.
To promote healthy lifestyle decisions regarding the use of alcohol and drugs, Clemson has established and actively promotes a wide range of educational programs for faculty, staff and students. Clemson is an annual participant in Alcohol and Drug Awareness Week and similar special events that feature speakers and activities designed to encourage abstinence or responsible drinking.
The University offers a range of programs and services to help students, faculty and staff cope with alcohol- and drug-related problems. Students may seek individual or group counseling services through Redfern Health Center's Counseling and Psychological Services Office at (864) 656-2451. Faculty and staff may contact the Employee Assistance Program at (864) 656-2727 for confidential, professional referral assistance for a number of personal problems, including substance abuse.
Drug and Alcohol Policy — Students
The illicit or unauthorized manufacture, use, possession, distribution or dispensation of alcohol or illegal drugs by students on University property or as part of any University activity is prohibited. Penalties for such offenses are detailed in the Student Handbook.
The consumption or possession of alcoholic liquor, beer or wine is allowed by students 21 years old and older in their private rooms in University housing and in other designated areas on University property in accordance with the Social Policy as stated in the Student Handbook. The consumption or possession of alcoholic liquor, beer or wine by students on University property other than as provided above is prohibited.
Drug and Alcohol Policy — Faculty and Staff
Any alcoholic liquor, beer or wine at University-sponsored events or the consumption of alcoholic liquor, beer or wine during normal working hours other than as provided below is unauthorized. Alcoholic liquor, beer and wine may be served or may be available for consumption at University-sponsored events in the following designated areas subject to state laws and existing guidelines for use of those areas: Clemson House, Alumni Center, Chili's Too, the Madren Center and private areas of Memorial Stadium.
Alcoholic liquor, beer or wine may be served or available for consumption at University-sponsored events in other University buildings or on other University property only with the prior approval of the vice president responsible for that area or his/her designee. Notwithstanding the above, alcohol may not be served, consumed or available for consumption during normal University working hours (8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday) at any location on University property. Exceptions may be granted only by the vice president responsible for that area.