We're not going to tiptoe around our feelings. These rules are ridiculous, not because we think violating underage drinking laws is the way to go, but because these regulations have little to do with underage drinking. These two rules do not meet either of these criterion. They may be indications but they are not proof. Empty decorative bottles and a Budweiser poster prove nothing.
Students come to college to gain freedom, among other reasons.
If students were using loaded, unregistered automatic weapons as decorating tools, then the University would have a valid complaint. The policy-makers also are overlooking some glaring points. First, this is a textbook case of violation of freedom of expression. For example, if a student has an heirloom whiskey flask he or she wants to put on display, the University has no right to demand it be removed. This raises the question of what will be the next right to go.