Student Rights and Responsibilities
The following rules are designed to preserve freedom of expression and association on the Case Western Reserve campus and to reaffirm the civil, personal, and property rights of the University and its members. University members who violate one or more of these rules will be subject to disciplinary action.
Conduct which is subject to University disciplinary action includes:
1. Interference with freedom of speech or movement, or intentional disruption or obstruction of teaching, research, administration, or other functions on University property.
2. Actual or threatened physical or mental abuse of any person on University premises or at functions sponsored or supervised by the University.
3. Refusal to comply with the directions of University officials, instructional or administrative, acting in performance of their duties.
4. Theft or vandalism of University property or that of a member of the University community or a campus visitor.
5. All forms of dishonesty, including cheating, plagiarism, knowingly furnishing false information to the University, forgery, and the alteration or misuse of University documents, records, or instruments of identification.
6. Unauthorized carrying or possession on University premises of firearms or of any weapon with which injury, death, or destruction may be inflicted.
7. Violations of civil law on University premises or in connection with University functions.
8. Violation of published University rules and regulations.
There are also other specific rules and regulations within the University and its several components, violations of which are subject to disciplinary action. Any member of the University community accused of violating a rule or regulation is entitled to adequate notice of all charges and to a fair hearing. While the University's rules and regulations exist to affirm the special values and functions of the academic community, it should be noted that, as citizens, all members of the University are subject to civil laws, including those governing the use of alcohol and drugs.
The University will conform to all state and local laws controlling the sale and use of alcoholic beverages. It is illegal to sell, provide, or serve beer, wine, or liquor to anyone who is under the legal age (21). Servers of alcohol and sponsors of social events must be aware of and comply with all state statutes and with CWRU policies and procedures.
The following regulations apply to all events at which students are present.
1. The sponsors of events where alcohol is served must file a CWRU Alcohol Use Permit in the Office of Student Affairs at least three business days prior to the event. A copy of this form will be needed for student groups to reserve any University facility for events where alcohol is served.
2. Open containers of alcoholic beverages are generally prohibited in public places according to state law and are specifically restricted in some University areas including Squire Valleevue Farm, Harkness and Amasa Stone Chapels, and at University athletic events.
3. At all events where alcohol is served, an effective procedure must be established and adhered to for certifying those legally of age to drink. To obtain alcoholic beverages a valid driver's license or other valid legal document showing proof of age must be presented. A CWRU I.D. card may be required for admission.
4. The quantity of alcohol will be determined by using the following formula (no. of servings=no. of legal drinkers in attendance x hours of event). This also applies to BYOB events.
5. When alcohol is sold, temporary F or F-2 permits will be required in accordance with state laws. The sale of alcohol is defined to include such methods for defraying the cost of the beverage or event as sale by the glass or container, advance ticket sales, and cover charges at the door.
6. At all events where alcohol is served, non-alcoholic beverages must be provided by the sponsor of the event. The amount of alcoholic beverage provided should reflect the proportion of those attending the event who are legally eligible to drink; the amount of non-alcoholic beverages provided should be sufficient to serve the number of people attending the event who are too young to drink or choose not to drink alcohol.
7. No one should be coerced, even subtly, to drink or overindulge, and the rights of those who choose to abstain must be respected.
8. When alcohol is served, food must be provided by the sponsor of the event in adequate amounts to last through the event.
9. The kind and amount of security required for an event will be determined according to the following factors: the nature of the event, the number of people attending the event, whether an alcoholic beverage is served, and whether cash will be on hand.
10. Social events which encourage drinking or drunkenness as themes and the advertisement of such events are considered inappropriate and will not be permitted. Neither the cost nor brand of alcoholic beverage may be advertised in Ohio.
11. When beer is provided, it must be served to individuals in single servings in containers of 16 ounces or less. When wine or liquor is provided, it must also be served in appropriately sized glasses.
12. The serving of alcohol must cease at least one-half hour before the scheduled end of an event.
13. When entertainment is included in the event, the type of entertainment and the duration must be listed on the Alcohol Use Permit.
14. The gift of alcohol as a reward for any student activity or contest is prohibited.
15. Individuals or groups violating state law or University student alcohol policy will be subject to disciplinary action.
Additional information on the Student Alcohol Policy and the University's commitment and expectation are included in the CWRU Student Services Guide.
Case Western Reserve University has established a mechanism whereby students of the University may express a grievance against the actions of other students or members of the faculty. Details of the grievance procedure are included in the CWRU Student Services Guide, an annual publication of the University Office of Student Affairs. Students who wish to have a specific problem reviewed should contact Student Affairs.
The University Appeals Board has jurisdiction over student appeals of disciplinary actions. Appeals to the board must be presented in writing to the Vice President of Student Affairs. The board normally reviews the case on the record alone.
CWRU has the responsibility to provide its students, employees, and the public with the safest environment possible. The University also has an interest in promoting the highest standard of health and welfare among its students, staff, and faculty. It is therefore the policy of Case Western Reserve University to discourage the use of controlled substances. The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession, or use of a controlled substance is prohibited in and on property owned or operated by Case Western Reserve University. Further information regarding trhe University's drug policy is available in the CWRU Student Services Guide.
Case Western Reserve University is a community dependent upon trust and respect for its constitutent members: students, faculty and staff. Sexual assault is a violation of that trust and respect--it will not be tolerated. The University strongly encourages persons who have been sexually assaulted to report the assault, to seek assistance and to pursue judicial action or sanctions for their own protection and that of the entire campus community. Complete details on the University's policy and reporting procedure are included in the CWRU Student Services Guide, published annually by the University Office of Student Affairs.
As a matter of public policy, the University is dedicated to providing a safe and healthful environment. In addition, the University has substantial commitments to health-related research and teaching. Thus, the Case Western Reserve University community has a particular obligation to be sensitive to health-protection issues.
Case Western Reserve University permits no smoking in its facilities with the exception of residence hall rooms. Smoking is permitted in residence hall rooms only if it is acceptable to all of the assigned occupants. It is permissible to smoke on campus grounds; smokers are asked to use urns provided for ash and butt disposal and to respect the rights of non-smokers at public gatherings on the grounds.
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