Bard College
- Drug Safety

We Are a Very 'Green' School

Drug culture at Bard is big, but easy to avoid (sort of). We're a very laid back school, and as long as you're smart about it, there's really no chance at getting caught. Funny story: I was in my dorm room and we were having a party and our PC knocked (a PC is bard's version of an RA), she saw the booze and pulled me aside and told me that she was giving me a warning and then proceded to tell me that the next time I have booze in my room to always ask who is knocking on your door before you let them in. She is a fantastic PC. So, bottom line: Drugs aren't frowned upon unless you're stupid with them. I've seen a lot of people smoking joints while they're walking around campus, and you can always tell who is smoking when there's a circle of people standing around the back of the buildings. Actually, a really popular place to smoke weed is in the Community Garden. So yeah, there are a lot of drugs but if you're not into it, it isn't a big deal. But if you are, then you've come to the right place.

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drugs are EVERYWHERE. A massive amount of students smoke every night at least. There's a huge smoking culture and what's great is that the kids that smoke the most are often the smartest and still care about work so they've figured out how to balance the two. I have never been around so much weed in my life. Aside from that, students are extremely open to experimenting with other drugs. shrooms and molly are probably the most popular, and you'll have no problem getting anything.

Crazy, but Safe

The drug scene is dependent on a few people and what they decide to bring in during different weekends. For big party weekends expect to see a lot of MDMA, cocaine and hallucinogens. There's not much pressure to do these drugs, but Bard kids are highly curious and willing to experiment. Everyone smokes, most drink, and cigs are smoked by seemingly everyone. Be mindful that security is not out to get you, but if they happen across you, doing something you shouldn't, they will question you. Be smart.