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Party Throwing Tips

Tips for Minimize Risk Level when Hosting a Party

​Tips and Tricks

  • Serve water, non-alcoholic drinks, and provide snacks for guests, especially for those under 21.
  • Think about provided alternative activities for the group; alcohol doesn't need to be the main event.
  • Be wary of serving alcohol in large, open "punch bowl" type containers; in these situations it would be easy for someone to slip in a drug.
  • If you notice someone appearing very drunk early on, call 911, as they may have been drugged.
  • To protect your personal belongings and property, close bedrooms to guests.
  • Have one main entrance and close other access routes such as windows. Leave exits accessible in case of an emergency.
  • Remember that alcohol is still the most used date rape drug so monitor your party.
  • If the party gets out of hand, call the police yourself, rather than risk a neighbor reporting you. The officers will help you out! Stevens Point Police Department, non-emergency: 715-346-1500.
  • Coordinate having sober monitors check IDs at the main entrance of the party and throughout the event.
    • Acceptable forms of ID with age information include valid drivers license, state-issued ID, US military ID, and a passport.
  • Use a mark or wristband to distinguish between guests who are under 21, or 21 and over.

​Student Organization Events

  • Be sure to review event planning information well in advance of the event. Miss a deadline and you won't have an event!
  • Educate the organization by bringing in guest speakers to discuss alcohol and drug issues, personal safety, and risk management.
  • Designate a risk manager (a member of the organization or advisor) to oversee risk management polices and procedures.
  • Involve your advisor and officers in the planning of the event. Invite them to your events to help maintain order and to assist you with active risk management.
  • Your group's advisor must approve the final plan for the event.
  • Never promote or sponsor a function where you or your organization may be interpreted as selling or promoting inappropriate use of alcohol.