Dry campus
Encyclopedia
"Dry campus" is the term used for the banning of alcohol
at college
s and universities, regardless of the owner's age or intention to consume it elsewhere. The policy has received media attention in the United States
, although dry campuses and debate regarding the switch from a "wet campus" to a dry one occurs in many other countries.
Many private colleges institute "dry campus" rules as they may be affiliated with churches who would not condone such behavior in any circumstance. In some states, laws exist which prohibit alcohol on all state property, including state college campuses.
Alcoholic beverage
An alcoholic beverage is a drink containing ethanol, commonly known as alcohol. Alcoholic beverages are divided into three general classes: beers, wines, and spirits. They are legally consumed in most countries, and over 100 countries have laws regulating their production, sale, and consumption...
at college
College
A college is an educational institution or a constituent part of an educational institution. Usage varies in English-speaking nations...
s and universities, regardless of the owner's age or intention to consume it elsewhere. The policy has received media attention in the United States
United States
The United States of America is a federal constitutional republic comprising fifty states and a federal district...
, although dry campuses and debate regarding the switch from a "wet campus" to a dry one occurs in many other countries.
Many private colleges institute "dry campus" rules as they may be affiliated with churches who would not condone such behavior in any circumstance. In some states, laws exist which prohibit alcohol on all state property, including state college campuses.