Student Accountability/Alcohol Violations/Alcohol E - Providing to minors - The University expects Students who choose to drink to make decisions with thoughtful consideration that are guided by the law, common sense, and the information about how alcohol use can impact both the Student and those around them. The use, possession, consumption or distribution of alcoholic beverages by Students, except as expressly permitted by Maryland law and University policy, is a violation of the Code of Community Standards. This includes, but is not limited to, purchasing, providing or otherwise making alcohol available to underage persons.
Student Accountability/Social Host Responsibility - The conduct of students living within the community directly reflects on the University. Students are expected to exercise good judgement, be sensitive to the needs of the local community, and take responsibility for the conduct of their guests. While the University has no interest in regulating what goes on in the privacy of a Student’s home, the University will become involved when otherwise private actions or behavior create a disruption or otherwise negatively impact the surrounding community, or has the potential to put the safety and well-being of others at risk. This includes, but is not limited to: Hosting events or gatherings where alcohol is available for underage students or guests, students who drink to excess or use illegal drugs, or any other violation of applicable laws and regulations related to alcohol and/or drugs; Damages caused to public or private property caused by Students or their guests; Hosting more guests than is reasonable for the type of residence, or which violates a fire code; and Any disruption caused by Students and their guests to the local community, including noise, impeding or blocking traffic, littering, public urination, to name a few.
Student Accountability/Violations of Other Policies and Regulations - As members of the University community, students are expected to comply with all applicable University and USM policies and regulations. Due to one’s different commitments and roles in the campus community, different policies and regulations may apply.
Sanctions:
Probation: Probation effectively immediately through Fall 2020. Probation notifies the Chapter that the Chapter must avoid any further violations of the Code of Community Standards and/or other applicable University policies and regulations for a specified period of time and includes the probability of more severe disciplinary sanctions, including suspension or revocation of the Charter, if it is found in violation of the Code of Community Standards and/or other applicable University policies and regulations during the probationary period. Chapters on probation are not in good standing with the University; therefore, certain activities may be prohibited to a Chapter while on probation. A Chapter will remain on disciplinary probation status, at least, through the date indicated or until the date all assigned sanctions have been completed, whichever occurs later.
Online Alcohol Education: All members (as of 2/24/2020) must complete the online "Under the Influence" course. You will receive an e-mail with instructions on how to access the course shortly. Please note that you must submit payment online in the amount of $35 directly to the course provider at the time of enrollment.
Educational Requirement: An individual designated by the National Office (i.e., national officer, leadership consultant, or advisor) must provide in-person educational programming in regard to expectations surrounding the consumption of alcohol and social host responsibility to the entire Chapter membership during the Spring semester. The Chapter must notify the Fraternity and Sorority Life Coordinator of the training schedule and submit the name of the individual(s) for approval.
Restriction: The Chapter is restricted from hosting any social functions, including "unofficial/unregistered events," in which alcohol is served during the probationary period.
Probation effective through Fall 2021
Date of Incident: April 10, 2021
Date of Resolution: May 21, 2021
Findings of Responsibility:
Student Accountability/Social Host Responsibility - The conduct of students living within the community directly reflects on the University. Students are expected to exercise good judgement, be sensitive to the needs of the local community, and take responsibility for the conduct of their guests. While the University has no interest in regulating what goes on in the privacy of a Student’s home, the University will become involved when otherwise private actions or behavior create a disruption or otherwise negatively impact the surrounding community, or has the potential to put the safety and well-being of others at risk. This includes, but is not limited to: Hosting events or gatherings where alcohol is available for underage students or guests, students who drink to excess or use illegal drugs, or any other violation of applicable laws and regulations related to alcohol and/or drugs; Damages caused to public or private property caused by Students or their guests; Hosting more guests than is reasonable for the type of residence, or which violates a fire code; and Any disruption caused by Students and their guests to the local community, including noise, impeding or blocking traffic, littering, public urination, to name a few.
Student Accountability/Violations of Other Policies and Regulations - As members of the University community, students are expected to comply with all applicable University and USM policies and regulations. Due to one’s different commitments and roles in the campus community, different policies and regulations may apply.
Sanctions:
Probation: Probation effective immediately through Fall 2021. Probation notifies the Chapter that it must avoid any further violations of the Code of Community Standards for a specified period of time and includes the probability of more severe disciplinary sanctions, including revocation of its Charter, if it is found in violation of the Code of Community Standards during the probationary period. Organizations on probation are not in good standing with the University. However, the Chapter may result its normal operations, including participation in IFC and SUCAP.
Educational Requirement: The chapter will host an educational workshop (in person, if conditions allow) mandatory for all members to address, at a minimum: a) relevant University policies and regulations related to student and/or student organization behavior, b) any applicable COVID-19 risk mitigation considerations at the time, and c) risk management considerations when hosting social events, whether on or off-campus. While University staff is available to partner for the delivery of such program, this is not a requirement. However, the chapter is required to share its proposed presentation with the Dean of Students Office and the Center of Student Involvement and Leadership at least 1 week before the program takes place. The workshop must be scheduled within the first 2 weeks of the semester, unless otherwise agreed upon by the chapter and the University.
