We also believe, however, that it is in the best interest of the College to be specific with respect to certain standards. Western students are responsible to refrain from practices that are biblically condemned. In addition, students are responsible for upholding behavioral standards that promote a community atmosphere conducive to growth. These require a member of the Western community to abstain from the possession and use of alcoholic beverages, tobacco and non-medicinal drugs. Students are responsible to use care in their choice of entertainment and to refrain from all morally degrading aspects of the theatre, entertainment media and literature.
Western students are also responsible for being faithful in church, chapel and class attendance.
It is suggested that you read the handbook carefully before enrolling. While it is recognized that some may not have personal convictions wholly in accord with these responsibilities and standards, that purposes and ideals underlying them necessitate the student's willingness to modify his or her own personal conduct while under the jurisdiction of the College, fully understanding that this is in the best interest of the academic community he or she has chosen to join.