Washington & Lee University
- Campus Strictness

Pretty Helpful

Most of the campus security officers are only concerned with keeping students safe and out of trouble with the police. The LexPo are always really strict the first few weeks of the school year, but then really only show up to shut down the parties when noise permits are up. The administration seems accepts underage drinking as a reality of any college (Presdent Ruscio is on the Amethyst Initiative to drop the drinking age to 18)and put their efforts into teaching students how to drink responsibly. The school pays for Traveller to ensure that students don't drink and drive, and, as such, drunk driving rarely happens. The Campus Health Center is also open 24 hours and has a "safe haven" policy for students who go because they are sick from drinking or passed out. They will send you to the hospital if they deem it necessary.

LexPo is Crazy

LexPo is crazy, but if you're smart then you should be fine. Always walk with a group of 5 or more, never carry ANYTHING and just don't be stupid. Follow those general rules and you should mostly stay out of trouble. Campus security is a lot more chill than LexPo and they're generally there to help you.

Lexpo

The Lexington Police force seem to have it out for students. Especially in the past year the not so affectionately named LexPo regularly patrol the greater Lexington area breaking up parties by midnight. They go through spurts charging students with MIP's and what have you. Campus security regularly comes through the fraternity and sorority houses. As long as you are not drinking in the hallways during an unregistered party you are good. Registering a party in the fraternity houses protects you very well, and obtaining a noise permit keeps the LexPo off your back for the most part.