Alcohol Policy – Levinson Student Center

The policy of the School of Medicine regarding alcoholic beverages in the Patricia and Robert Levinson Student Center is to maximize student utilization of the Center while assuring that clear policies are in place. Alcohol is permitted in the Student Center at events sponsored by student organizations or Departments within ISMMS under the following circumstances:

• A student-run organization that is recognized by Student Council is sponsoring the event.

• No student or guest under the age of 21 will be served or permitted to consume any alcoholic beverage.

• Alcoholic beverages are not sold at the event.

• Alcohol must not be taken out of the Student Center into other areas of Mount Sinai.

• Serving alcoholic beverages is always in the context of serving food and non-alcoholic beverages. A specific student (or students) is identified as responsible for the event.

• The responsible student will monitor the event so that anyone who is clearly intoxicated is not served any more alcohol.

• If a person has become intoxicated, steps should be taken to try and help the individual sober up prior to leaving the party.

• The responsible student monitoring the event must make certain that any person that has become intoxicated will not be allowed to drive. Cab fare should be provided, if necessary, or an escort should be provided to ensure that the person gets home safely.

• The Administrative Director of Student Affairs is notified in writing about the event at least one week in advance with the clear statement that alcoholic beverages are planned as part of the food and beverage service serving as the application for a permit.

• Funding for alcoholic beverages will not come from tuition resources or the Department of Medical Education budget.

• There MUST be a written permission from the Event Coordinator of Student Affairs prior to the event. The person(s) responsible for the event must have the permit with them at the event.

• The Security Department will be notified that alcohol will be served at the event.

Under no other circumstances should alcoholic beverages be used or available in the Levinson Student Center. Please contact the Event Coordinator of Student Affairs with any questions.