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From the outset, Reed College generally appears as an amalgamation of enthusiastic comments and hushed whispers. Some acknowledge Reed as an academic haven, while others murmur under their breath about the College being a breeding ground for an overly-liberal drug culture. Although both points of view may be accurate to some degree, the mutual exclusion of one from the other creates a problem of perspective. Many incorrectly assume that institutions of higher education must either be academically rigorous and reserved or academically relaxed and centered on student’s social lives. While students agree that Reed’s drug scene exerts a prominent influence on the nature of Reed culture, most Reedies also believe that the culture does not completely overwhelm Reed because of the good relationship between Reed students and Reed Community Safety.

Reed Community Safety Officers come just as their name advertises; they do not dictate the campus, they serve it. The rapport between students and Community Safety allows Reedies to both experiment and feel safe. While knowing that Community Safety does not seek to send them to jail or eat their wallet alive for making a few mistakes, Reedies feel confident about turning to CSOs when in need. Almost every Reed student respects their Community Safety Officers and loves that they make Reed a safe place to experiment.

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Campus Strictness at Reed College

rachelgfox

Biology '15

4.2

A-

The Honor Principle Prevails!

At Reed you have a lot of freedom because you are trusted. You are trusted to do the right and honorable thing, to respect others, and respect yourself. This is taken seriously by students and staff alike and the Honor Principle is a constant hot topic on campus.

Alcohol and drug policy is fair. Reed community safety has a deal with Portland police that lets community safety deal with all small drug crimes/problems and organize mediation with students.

Students have a very good relationship with community safety- they are vital members of the community.

Apr 10, 2012

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reedie2013

Psychology '13

4.6

A

Community Safety

Community safety officers (CSOs) are here to keep students safe and not to bust them. If you're discreet and safe then you're able to be responsible for yourself. But be honorable! If you're being destructive or disrespectful to yourself or others, then you shouldn't be surprised if there are repercussions.

Feb 27, 2012

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mjhorel

Physics '15

2.3

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Trying to Step up

Reed has a reputation for being tolerant of drug and alcohol use. The administration is trying to counteract this reputation by stepping up on punishment and policy enforcement. However, the first time punishments are not very severe.

Feb 15, 2012

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