Racial intolerance of any kind will be addressed as a serious violation of campus standards. Alcohol-drugs Goshen College considers the use of alcoholic beverages and illegal drugs detrimental to individual and community health. Abstinence may be an effective witness against these practices so widely condoned in our culture. For these reasons, Goshen College recommends non-use as the most appropriate lifestyle choice. Alcoholic beverages and illegal drugs are prohibited from the campus and all college related functions.
Tobacco use The use of tobacco imposes a serious and unnecessary burden upon the health of the user.
Smoking shows disrespect for the rights of many who dislike being forced to breathe smoke-filled air, or who are offended by smoking on campus. It also constitutes a fire hazard in some cases. The chewing of tobacco is known to be associated with oral cancer and other health problems. Use of tobacco in any form is prohibited in the vicinity of the campus and strongly discouraged elsewhere. Dancing Dancing is permitted at Goshen College as long as established guidelines are observed.