ALCOHOL POLICY http://osa.tamuk.edu/studenthandbook/drugalcoholpolicy.html Individuals must be at least 21 years old to purchase, possess or consume alcoholic beverages. Texas A&M University-Kingsville is an educational institution dedicated to the pursuit of excellence, the promotion of academic achievement and the advancement of knowledge. Because of the university’s interest in the intellectual, physical and psychological well being of the campus community, it is important that the university take steps to curtail the abusive or illegal use of alcoholic beverages. This will be accomplished by educating members of the university community about the effects of misuse and use of alcohol, and enforcement of the Alcohol Policy. The use of alcoholic beverages by members of Texas A&M University-Kingsville community is at all times subject to the alcoholic beverage laws of the State of Texas . 1.      University policy prohibits the possession of any alcoholic or intoxicating beverage(s) in public areas except in specified locations and only where permitted by policy. 2.      Student organizations must comply with the guidelines set forth for registered student organizations. 3.      Residence hall students who are 21 years of age may consume alcohol beverages only within their rooms but are expected to do so in moderation and without infringing on other residents’ rights to privacy, sleep and study. Individuals may not possess excessive amounts of alcohol. . 4.   Individuals not in compliance with the Alcohol Policy are subject to arrest and/or citation by the University Police Department. The offending student or organization will also be subject to university disciplinary action and sanctions commensurate with the offense and any aggravating or mitigating circumstances. The complete Alcohol Policy is listed on the online version of the Student Handbook.       < back >