Submitted on behalf of Brian McAree, vice president for student affairs and campus life, and Aaron Bloom, president of the Student Government Association.
April 2008
To All Ithaca College Students:
With the end of the academic year fast approaching, we wanted to remind all Ithaca College students to act responsibly and be safe. In particular, for those students who live off campus in the Ithaca community or attend gatherings off campus, we ask for your cooperation in insuring that a respectful and civil atmosphere is maintained and that the rights of our neighbors are not violated.
In particular, we want to warn you about participating in partying and disruptive behavior on or around Prospect Street on the last day of classes at Ithaca College. In recent years, this gathering has resulted in excessive noise, underage drinking, and various violations of local laws and ordinances. South Hill residents have been very clear that this event has caused serious disruptions in the local neighborhood and damage to personal property.
This year, the Ithaca Police Department and the Sheriff's Office will have a "zero-tolerance" policy in effect and will be arresting those participants who violate the law. This is a serious matter, and in order to avoid legal problems and fines for yourself or student residents of the South Hill neighborhood, we urge you not to participate in this non-sanctioned event.
In addition, please be aware that the City and the Town of Ithaca have noise ordinances with strict sanctions that apply at any and all times. The Ithaca Police Department and the Sheriff's Office plan to vigorously enforce all local laws and ordinances, particularly all alcohol laws, including those related to underage drinking and open containers on and around the last day of classes and finals week. Please keep these efforts in mind as you make safe and good decisions.
Representatives from the South Hill Civic Association, Neighbors of Ithaca College, Ithaca Police Department, Sheriff's Office, the Town of Ithaca, City Council, and Ithaca College, including student representatives from the Student Government Association, have been working hard to create strong campus-community relations and a positive off-campus living environment for everyone. Please cooperate, be safe, and make good decisions.
We would also like to invite you to our traditional celebration for the last Friday of classes -- IC Kicks Back. As always, this will be a fun and relaxing experience where you and your friends can create great memories. Besides the free food, a DJ, and inflatable games, you can expect a variety of entertaining activities courtesy of IC After Dark and other student organizations. IC Kicks Back will be held on Friday, May 2, from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m. in the Campus Center quad. Look for advertisements about the event. Don't miss out on this fabulous tradition!
Best wishes for a safe end of the semester.
Sincerely,
Brian McAree
Vice President,
Student Affairs and Campus Life
Aaron Bloom
President,
Student Government Association
