Alcohol and Drugs
Pi Beta Phi chapters and members must follow all federal, state/provincial, and local laws regarding the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, use, misuse or sale of drugs and alcohol. When these laws are in conflict, members must follow federal law on alcohol and drug use.
Chapter expectations:
• Follow all policies and procedures on the possession or use of alcohol detailed in Fraternity manuals and guides at Pi Beta Phi events.
• Prohibit the possession or use of illegal drugs and drug paraphernalia at Pi Beta Phi events or on Pi Beta Phi property. All Pi Beta Phi chapters must prohibit marijuana at Pi Beta Phi events or on Pi Beta Phi property, including Canadian chapters where it is legal under federal and provincial law.
• Ensure members are consuming alcohol legally and responsibly at Pi Beta Phi events.
• Follow Pi Beta Phi’s event planning policies for the service of alcohol by a licensed and insured third-party bartender or in accordance with Pi Beta Phi’s BYOB policy.
• Must not purchase alcohol or drugs with chapter funds and prohibit anyone in the name of or on behalf of the chapter from coordinating the collection of any funds for the purchase of alcohol or drugs.
Member expectations:
• Must not encourage, pressure or coerce another member to use alcohol or drugs, which will be considered hazing.
• Even if under the influence of alcohol or drugs actions in conflict with Pi Beta Phi core values or irresponsible, violent or disorderly conduct will be considered inexcusable.
• Must not use or associate themselves in any media, including social media, that shows the use, promotion or possession of alcohol or drugs in any manner that is in conflict with Pi Beta Phi values and policies or brings discredit to the Fraternity.