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Campus Strictness

Quick Stats

Students Are Most Likely to Get Caught...
  • Downloading MP3s
  • Drinking underage
  • Drunk driving
  • Open containers on public property in Collegetown
  • Parking illegally
  • Public urination (if you can't hold it)
  • Streaking

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Over the past few years, the administration has become progressively harsher in regards to campus social activities. More than one fraternity has been closed or fined for underage drinking and other misdemeanors. Part of the incentive for moving freshmen to North Campus was to isolate them from the majority of fraternities and sororities that are located on West Campus. Ithaca police are no kinder, and they will crack down on you for open containers and noise violations.

What it boils down to is using discretion and being smart. Most police officers and resident advisers will look the other way in the face of drunken students returning from parties, but acting overly rowdy and drinking in the dorms themselves will usually result in some sort of penalty. Cornell police are in place to keep things orderly and safe. While this may be an annoyance to students looking to relax, it’s necessary to maintain not only security, but safety as well. This is a major concern for Cornell, and there are services available if a friend is ill from drinking that allow you to get help without risking a huge punishment. Explicit offenses are dealt with accordingly, and consequences are not severe unless you are a repeat offender.
 

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Campus Strictness at Cornell University

ClevelandSwag

Biology '15

3.8
B+

It's Pretty Cool

the RAs are laid back, the police dont so much unless they have to break up parties. but even then they only really enforce punishments if they have to (i.e. u r under 21 with a drink in hand). They dont seem to go looking to give everybody a citation. I have heard of them to sometimes racially profile though.

Apr 30, 2012

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Campus Strictness at Cornell University

go9408

Environmental Architecture and Design '13

3.5
B

Not Too Bad

Things don't seem to be too strict around here in my opinion. Just keep your head down and don't be obnoxious so they can easily find you.

Mar 12, 2012

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Campus Strictness at Cornell University

cmg252

Social Sciences '15

5.0
A+

Not Too Bad

Academically, there is very little tolerance for plagiarism and cheating. In terms of underage drinking, there is an extremely forgiving medical amnesty program, and it's dealt with by Cornell, not the city/county justice system.

Feb 04, 2012

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User rating for Cornell University - Campus Strictness is 3.5 out of 5 based on 24 user reviews.

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