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The BCPD is definitely strict about underage drinking and drug use, so you’ll have to learn the ropes if you ever want to participate in the social scene. However, “work hard, play hard” is an unofficial BC motto, so serious fun certainly can and does occur. The first few months of every semester are always deemed “lock down,” when the PD goes overboard in the strictness department. Usually it tapers off after a couple of weeks, so sit tight and drink quietly in your room. Keep the Beirut tournaments at a less-than-audible level, watch out for RAs, and try not to make any foolish mistakes.

The campus usually maintains a level of strictness not unlike that of a federal penitentiary. (Well, not quite that strict, but you get the picture.) Truthfully, the school recognizes how hard Boston College students work in their academic life and how much the students like to reward themselves for their efforts in their personal lives. BCPD cracks down on drinking as much as they can, but historically, young people will always find a way to “play hard.” You won’t find many BC students running through campus drunk and naked at any hour of the day, but a good party can always be found at some locale during the week. Students who are willing to search for personal enjoyment usually find a just compensation.

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Campus Strictness at Boston College

Berryluckyy

'13

Biology

3.1

B-

If You Get in Trouble, You Get a Slap on the Wrist.

There are many rules in place. BC police is pretty strict, as well as the residential staff in place. However depending on how many times you have gotten in trouble, and the severity of the incidents, the punishment is more obnoxious than serious.

Jan 04, 2012

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Campus Strictness at Boston College

phanh

'14

Human Development

3.5

B

Strictness

It all depends on your RA. But overall, it's harsh when your caught during freshmen year

Dec 27, 2011

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Campus Strictness at Boston College

spozo93

'15

Economics

3.5

B

School Policies

It sometimes depend on the RA. There are a lot of strict rules, but you can get away from them

Dec 26, 2011

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