Alcohol at Student Events

Alcohol service is normally not permitted at on-campus student organization events unless prior approval is granted. Should a student organization wish to serve alcohol at an event they must get prior approval by first contacting the Office for Campus Life. Note: TCU Treasury funding can never be used to fund alcohol, or any services related to the distribution of alcohol at an event. Student organizations will have to meet with OCL staff to explain the need and request to have alcohol at on campus student organization event. A decision will be based on several factors including space licensing, type of event, attendees planned and reasons from student organization representatives. In addition Tufts Catering would need to approve and have the ability to host event.

If permitted, please adhere to the following guidelines:

• Alcohol at a student organization event will usually only be considered if the attendees are of legal age. Any consideration for on-campus event would be for a Tufts student event only.
• All alcoholic beverages served must be purchased, sold and distributed by employees of Tufts Catering Services.
• The sale of alcoholic beverages is prohibited except for in licensed facilities managed by Tufts Dining.
• For service of alcohol in non-licensed areas you must work with Tufts Dining to secure a license from the city. Any license/permitting fees will be the responsibility of the sponsoring organization.
• Revenue received from the sale of alcohol will be retained by Tufts Dining Services.
• If not selling alcohol the organization still needs to follow all guidelines and work with Tufts Dining and Catering Services. Alcohol sales/service must be separate and may not be part of ticket sales/distribution. Amounts available per person will be determined in consultation with Tufts Dining/Catering and OCL.
• All organizations sponsoring events where alcohol will be served are responsible for observing Massachusetts State laws, city ordinances, and University regulations.
• Food must be included at any event where alcohol is being served, including off-campus events.
• Alcohol service would never be allowed at open floor type events.
• All other student organization event guidelines and policies are required and additional requirements may be added depending on event specifics.

NOTE: Student Organizations wishing to have alcohol served at off-campus events must still seek approval from the Office for Campus Life. The venue would be responsible for adherence to all state and local regulations. The Student Organization must adhere to any guidelines or requirements established by the event venue.