What is GESI’s drug and alcohol policy?
GESI and FSD discourage drug and alcohol use while in Chicago or in-country. When living and working with communities, students should strive to respect local cultural and social norms. Some GESI students may be placed in communities that frown upon drinking in any quantity. Northwestern’s official policy on alcohol consumption during study abroad programs is as follows: “Alcohol may be consumed, within reasonable limits, by students who are of legal age in the host country. Students who choose to consume alcohol do so with the knowledge that they remain responsible for their actions at all times and are expected to drink responsibly. It is prohibited to illegally distribute alcohol to students who are not of legal drinking age. Further, excessive and irresponsible drinking leading to intoxication and behavior that interferes with the program or the rights of others is subject to immediate disciplinary action, and may result in dismissal from the program. The Study Abroad Health Insura
