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Emerson Police clearly aren’t state troopers. They’re visible on campus, but it’s usually the same two or three cops that you always see, and they aren’t looking to throw the book at somebody. The cops are generally around to keep the students safe from other suspicious activity that may be happen on campus. They work to protect the campus from outsiders more than from itself. As far as enjoying yourself with a six-pack or bottle of Jack Daniel’s, you should be fine—as long as you’re smart about it. You’ll get a feel for your RA and what you can and cannot get away with. As long as you use your head, which admittedly can be difficult halfway through the night, you can easily stay out of trouble. Of course, the easiest way to avoid drama with your RA or the police is to take your partying off campus.

There are a few pesky rules about food in the labs and where students are allowed to smoke, but any level-headed student can figure out why these rules are in place. Basically, if students use common sense, as well as some genuine consideration for others, they can all get along just fine. And most of the time, they do.

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Anonymous says:

I’ve never had any problems, and...

I’ve never had any problems, and trust me, I’ve tried to get in trouble.

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EmeBH says:

Emerson College 2016

Communication and Journalism

Emerson's policies are strict...

Emerson's policies are strict about drinking, but, generally, their enforcement is less so. For example, if you're found drinking or drunk on campus, and it's your first offense, then you'll get a $50 fine, your parents will be informed, you'll have a meeting with your RD,and you'll have to go to a meeting about the harms of underage drinking. The policies are very similar when applied to drugs and other campus regulations. Eventually, if you get three offenses per semester, you'll lose your campus housing.

Campus Strictness: March 02, 2009
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EmeML says:

Emerson College 2015

English Language and Literature

It's fairly strict. It is a...

It's fairly strict. It is a completely dry campus, but they just implemented a policy that allows for some leniency for people who seek medical attention for alcohol abuse.

Campus Strictness: February 25, 2009
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Emeks says:

Emerson College 2014

Arts, Visual and Performing

Drinking is not tolerated at all....

Drinking is not tolerated at all. However, if you live in a suite, it's easy to hide.

Campus Strictness: February 18, 2009
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Anonymous says:

I think that Emerson is pretty lax...

I think that Emerson is pretty lax about minor offenses. But the thing that really gets me, is that every single time you bring a drink into the computer lab it’s like someone pops out of the ceiling or CD drive to reprimand you for it.

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What Are You Most Likely to Get Caught Doing on Campus?

  • Smoking cigarettes in the doorway to the Little Building
  • Smoking marijuana or cigarettes in your dorm room
  • Making too much noise in your dorm room at night
  • Bringing food or drinks into the computer labs
  • Chaining your bike to fences in front of dorms
  • Having candles or incense in your dorm room
  • Moving your dorm furniture into the hallway
  • Illegally downloading copyrighted materials
  • Being drunk in class
  • Underage drinking
  • Plagiarism

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