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If a student organization chooses to serve alcohol at an event on campus, the group must follow the appropriate approval and organizational process:
1. Without exception, and at least four (4) weeks prior to an event, the medical student organization’s chairperson must submit an e-mail to
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Program Manager for Student Engagement in the MCOM Office of Student Affairs requesting approval to have alcohol at an event.
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2. They will help the student complete a request for approval to serve alcohol and submit it to necessary parties, as required by USF Health.
3. Notification will be sent to USF Campus Police once the event has been approved.
4. The student organization(s) must abide by the existing USF Alcohol Service Guidelines, including, but not limited to:
· Kegs and other mass service containers are not permitted at USF events
· All alcoholic beverages must be served by a DSO (Direct Support Organization), Aramark, or other approved catering company
· Ideally, when alcohol is being served, it should be in a room, or contained area, to ensure that underage individuals do not have access to alcohol
· In larger events at which alcohol is being sold, it is strongly encouraged that anyone providing alcohol has completed Responsible Beverage Server training
MCOM is committed to providing education regarding the negative impacts of illicit drug use, misuse of prescription drugs, and the excessive, or illegal consumption of alcohol. USF and MCOM provide programs, support, and resources to promote health and wellness enhancing experiences. Additionally, MCOM seeks to encourage responsible bystander behavior and timely reporting of unprofessional behavior. Please refer to the University of South Florida alcohol policy for further information.
Remember, regional campuses and separately accredited institutions may have different procedures and policies. Students, faculty and staff must check with the officers at these campuses and follow any specific guidelines they may have, along with the USF regulations.