Alcohol sanctions welcomed, scorned (The Free Press)

By Dan Nienaber

"New alcohol-related sanctions at Minnesota State University, which have been welcomed by Mankato police, are being opposed by the university's Student Senate."

"Students arrested for sex assaults and some other serious crimes off campus have faced on-campus sanctions in the past, said Mary Dowd, MSU director of student rights and responsibilities. New this year, however, is that students cited for underage drinking off campus during a series of weekend police sweeps will face sanctions as well."

"A first offense results in academic probation, an alcohol and drug assessment, a mandatory two-hour alcohol education class and a $50 fee to cover costs. A second offense results in a four-hour class and a $100 fee. A third violation could result in being evicted from the dorms if the student lives on campus and a suspension or expulsion from school..."

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