FS430: Alcohol Policy

In order to have a reasonable approach to alcohol consumption in the classroom, the following policies are adopted for FS 430 Understanding Wines.

1. All students will be of legal age, over 21.
2. Assigned seats will be used and IDs checked before class. This is to guard against unauthorized guests attending.
3. Amounts will be limited to 1 oz samples via portion control servers.
4. We estimate that four wines will be tasted in most classes and in no case will more than eight wines will be served per class.
5. Receptacles for expectoration will be provided and expectoration will be encouraged.
6. We will include a lecture on responsible drinking and the dangers and benefits of moderate alcohol consumption.
7. We will also use a legal waiver. The waiver will be discussed and explained on the first day of class.
8. The waiver includes a screening statement for adverse medical conditions, pregnancy, breast feeding, and/or history of substance dependency.
9. Tasting will be conducted later in class to insure that technical material and lectures are attended to before alcohol consumption.
10. Crackers will be provided as a palate cleanser and to mitigate the effects of consumption.
11. Students who violate the intent of any of the stated policies (e.g. circumventing portion control) will be dismissed.

• health and safety of the students
• their learning process
• liabilities of the instructors and the College.