Party Central

Tailgating

The great American tradition!!! While it is great to get together with friends before the big game and throw some chicken on the BBQ, it is ILLEGAL to consume alcohol in a public place that does not have a license for it. Eastern Washington University does have a license to sell beer INSIDE the stadium, but does not have one for alcohol consumption in the parking lot.

You can still have that get together and enjoy the pre-game festivities. You just cannot consume alcohol.

Throwing a Party

There are a few things that you should know before you have a party:

The Neighbor: Your Guests:
We all have them.  Whether they're good or bad, they can make or break your party so an excellent relationship with them is key. What to Know
Before a party try theseTIPS to satisfy their need to know!
  • Talk to them before the party (taking them baked goods never hurts)
  • Let them know the hours of your party, especially when the music will be turned down!
  • Parties during the week may bother neighbors that work (Thursday is a week night)
  • Keep the party indoors with the windows closed to avoid complaints about "that crazy loud music"
  • Invite them to come (chances are they won't, so don't worry to much).
  • Pick up all outside evidence before you stumble off to bed or the sun rises, whichever comes first.
  • Check in with them after the party (take a shower first and don't forget to brush your teeth).
  • Minors CANNOT DRINK (serve a minor and it's on you, and we don't think you want to pay the hefty $1000 fine).  If alcohol is going to be served, everybody needs to be 21 or over.
  • Know your guests.  Only invite people you know and trust.  That weird guy that nobody knows sleeping on your couch might not be such a good idea, and could be hard to get rid of.
  • Keep the size reasonable (200+ people - not so reasonable)
  • Don't let anyone leave alone you can be held accountable for the actions of your guests while they're at the party and afterwards.
  • Lock all rooms you don't want people going into and keep valuables in a safe place - you don't want someone walking away with your laptop, xbox 360, etc.
  • Don't encourage drinking games - they can get loud and DANGEROUS
So your neighbor called the POLICE?
Don't panic - just follow these simple guidelines:
  • Answer the door - yeah yeah, it sounds scary, but you'll be better off in the long run.
  • Do what they tell you, i.e., if they tell you to turn down the music, DO IT! (if you don't, they can and will confiscate your stereo)
  • The party's over - if they tell you to end the party - END IT!  Like, dude, you'll see your friends in the PUB tomorrow!

Responsible Alcohol Consumption 

  • Responsible alcohol consumption is drinking no more than one alcoholic beverage per hour.

     One 12 oz. beer, one 5oz. glass of wine, or one mixed drink that has only one 1oz. shot of alcohol in it is considered one drink.

  • Alternating nonalcoholic and alcoholic beverages will make the next morning much easier.
  • Drink on a full stomach and have food available while you drink - who doesn't like chips 'n salsa?
  • Avoid letting others handle your drink and don't leave it unattended.
  • Use your sober designated driver to get home (that doesn't mean the least drunk person).
  • Drink moderately.  Get a good buzz on, then ride it out and enjoy.  You'll love it, everybody around you will love it, and most importantly, you won't wake up with the dreaded hangover, AND you won't be the topic of everybody's morning conversation.

Alternatives

There are many alternatives to drinking. Although, Cheney is fairly small, there are numerous activities, such as hiking, fishing, swimming, bowling, intramural sports and other on-campus events. The city of Spokane is just a few miles down the road to expand your possibilities.

But, let's say that you want to have a get together at your house. How about the EWU theme?? START SOMETHING BIG! Watch that football game ALCOHOL FREE!! If you live in the residence hall's, you can contact the MOCKTAIL CLUB and they will come and serve non-alcoholic drinks at your gathering.


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