
A number of students who are of legal age to consume alcohol choose not to do so and.The majority of Otterbein University students cannot legally consume alcohol.Otterbein University has based the Alcohol Policy on the recognition that: Otterbein recognizes the right of choice of individuals to use or refrain from the use of alcoholic beverages, and believes that the choice to consume alcohol should be properly exercised in a responsible manner. This programming will speak to Otterbein’s core values and the institution’s commitment to lifelong, progressive and holistic learning.

To provide educational wellness programing that appropriately and accurately addresses the potential dangers of alcohol consumption and recreational drug use.To encourage compliance with the laws of the City of Westerville, the State of Ohio, and Federal Law relative to the possession, consumption, and serving of alcohol.However, the choice to consume alcohol should be properly exercised in a responsible manner which includes quantity limits as outlined in the policy. Otterbein will now recognize the right of choice of an individual to use or refrain from the use of alcoholic beverages on campus, if the individual is of legal drinking age. The Otterbein University community functions on the basis of mutual trust and responsibility and is dedicated to educating the whole person.



All members of the Otterbein community are required to follow the laws set forth by the City of Westerville, Franklin County, and the State of Ohio. The State of Ohio Liquor Control law prohibits the purchase, possession, or consumption of alcoholic beverages by persons under the age of 21 years.
