Central Michigan University is not entirely a dry campus, as it permits students of legal drinking age to consume and possess alcohol within specific residential confines under strict guidelines. Alcohol is allowed exclusively inside the private rooms of students who are 21 years or older, subject to limits on open containers, while being strictly prohibited in all public spaces, hallways, lounges, and outdoor campus grounds. The university enforces rigorous compliance with state laws and campus conduct policies to curb underage drinking and maintain community safety.