The Alcohol Policy

Exceptions to this policy must be approved in writing by AASL. Violations of any of the SOM alcohol policies and procedures may be referred to the Honor Committee for disciplinary action.

For additional guidance on planning events with alcohol, please refer to Yale's Alcohol and Other Drugs Harm Reduction Initiative

Events where alcohol is purchased with School funds must:

Be held at a location with a liquor license and certificate of insurance.
Not exceed bar service of a two-hour time period.
Not include drinking games of any kind. Examples of drinking games may include, but are not limited to flip cup, beer pong, kings, etc.
Include nonalcoholic beverages and food.
Have the total cost of food be greater than or equal to the total cost of alcohol.

Alcohol purchased with School funds must:

Include beer, hard seltzer, and wine only.
Not exceed $15 per person for two drinks.
Be served to individuals who are 21 years or older.
Be served by a non-SOM student TIPS certified bartender.