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On campus, safety comes first and discipline comes much, much later. Students feel that campus police are not very strict and only enforce rules if you make your violation particularly obvious or create an infraction that puts students in danger. The situation with RAs tends to be the same. If you walk into your RA’s room with a bottle of alcohol in your hand, you will most likely get written up, but if you keep it in a room with the door closed, the chances of getting in trouble are very low. The official alcohol policy at Penn says that “in cases of intoxication and/or alcohol poisoning, the primary concern is the health and safety of the individual(s) involved . . . . No student seeking medical treatment for an alcohol or other drug-related overdose will be subject to University discipline . . . . This policy shall extend to another student seeking help for the intoxicated student.”

Fraternities and sororities probably get cited for alcohol violations more than any other group, but while the organization can be placed on probation, specific students are not usually held responsible. Spring Fling is the time when security is the most strict, and all guests are required to register for passes and stay with the person they are visiting at all times. However, even at this time, security tends to be spotty, and often security guards let people they recognize slip by because they are bombarded with more visitors than they can handle. Overall, the school is not strict about many things.

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Campus Strictness at University of Pennsylvania

bpsbgs

'15

Political Science and Government

4.6

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Never an Issue

As far as campus security goes, there are Police everywhere for safety reasons. Penn has the largest private police force in the state after all, but it's all for your safety. Now, I have never heard of anybody getting a write-up for drinking issues themselves. Obviously if you assault, rape, steal or something else, the Penn police will arrest you, but for the majority of less severe offenses, their don't really care, and, honestly, you can even ask the Penn security guards for information as to where the parties are, and they'll tell you.

Academic strictness is there, but it's a seldom used venue at the school. Most everybody here is here to learn and work, otherwise transferring might be your best option.

Oct 15, 2011

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Campus Strictness at University of Pennsylvania

igorb93

'15

Political Science and Government

4.6

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Strict but Fair

The school has a fair policy in regards to drinking, ensuring that students are responsible: if you end up sick while drinking and go to a local healthcare provider, you will not be penalized. Penn places safety and well being above all else, and the policies reflect that. The college tends to be strict but fair.

Jul 11, 2011

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Campus Strictness at University of Pennsylvania

renatagiarola

'15

Chemical Engineering

3.1

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Don't Worry Too Much

College is, after a lot of hard-working, time for fun and social life. If you like drinking, do it, but don't make it crystal clear for everyone that you're often drunk. It's just a matter of being discrete and moderate. Have fun in way that you'll feel good and won't bother anyone. That's the best advice not only if you're going to Penn, but anywhere else.

May 10, 2011

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