Middle Tennessee State University - Campus Strictness

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MTSU is not that strict. For example, in 2004, the school instituted a smoking ban near all facility entrances, on walkways, and in public areas. Since no one was enforcing that rule, students simply ignored it. Today, there are newer and better ashtrays in front of the library.

MTSU is a dry campus, which means alcohol of any sort is not allowed on school grounds. However, hang out in the Murphy Center parking lot after a football game and you’ll see half the trash is alcohol-related. And few people are ever caught drinking in the dorms, relative to the campus’ population, although the act happens often.

Strictness in the residence halls is dependent upon the resident director and assistant of the dorm. Students are allowed to be loud during the day—and they are. Bands and single musicians practice in their dorm rooms, and drummers can be heard from far away whaling on their instruments. This seems to add to the atmosphere instead of irritate others. But even though MTSU is lax on a lot of things, don’t think the University won’t kick you out. Plagiarism and cheating are serious offenses, and either of these acts will get you expelled faster than you can say “attribution.” In terms of everyday offenses, if you get caught doing something, it will likely be a parking violation of some sort.

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Students Speak Out

Anonymous says:

“They have strict policies and... “They have strict policies and harsh punishments, but they have to find you first. Don’t be stupid, and you probably won’t get caught.” 12345 Campus Strictness Report

Anonymous says:

“The only time I ever saw security... “The only time I ever saw security bust anyone for alcohol was on Greek Row.” 12345 Campus Strictness Report

Anonymous says:

“Penalties usually involve... “Penalties usually involve citations or warnings. You have to really screw up to go to jail.” 12345 Campus Strictness Report

Anonymous says:

“I would like to think they are... “I would like to think they are strict.” 12345 Campus Strictness Report

Anonymous says:

“MTSU is—in theory—a dry campus,... “MTSU is—in theory—a dry campus, but you can walk across the back of Greek Row and find boxes of empty beer bottles.” 12345 Campus Strictness Report

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