Hello Everyone,
I would really like to attend UC Davis, because it has a very good program for a major that interests me. My grades are good, so I believe (or would like to believe) I have a good shot at getting in. I would like to know a little bit more about the party scene though. I am a bit of a partier, but I don’t see myself going to parties every single weekend. (2-3 at MOST per month).
I have no interest in joining Greek Life, and I’m also male. Given those facts, I was wondering if you guys could answer some of my questions about the party scene.
-How often do parties occur?
-How hard is it to find and then get into a party, especially if you are not in a Frat, and you are a male.
-I read some previous forums saying “You have to know people in frats to get in.” Any tips on easy ways to get to “know” them, or is that just kinda by luck?
-Do dorm parties exist at Davis? Sometimes it would be nice not to go out if I’m tired but want to party.
Thanks!
P.S. I know most of these questions have already been answered on other posts. I have not been able to find a recent enough post answering these questions, though. I heard Davis is cracking down on all the parties and the party scene is getting worse because of it.
It is more difficult to get into a fraternity party if you are male than if you are female. I think that is the case at most schools. You can meet people in the dorms, in classes, in clubs, etc.
Drinking is illegal in the dorms and it is enforced. People do sneak around it but you most likely aren’t going to find the type of parties you are talking about in the dorms.
From: http://housing.ucdavis.edu/guides/residence-halls/2016-2017/residence-hall-university-policies.asp
Alcohol
Students under 21 may not possess, consume, distribute, manufacture, or otherwise use alcohol in violation of state law or University policy. Residents who are 21 or older are permitted to drink in their assigned room/suite with the door closed provided no individuals present are under 21 years of age. Students under 21 may not be in the presence of alcohol regardless of whether they are consuming alcohol. Bulk quantities (i.e. quantities that could not reasonably be consumed in a single sitting by the individual(s) present), games or devices used for the rapid consumption of alcohol, and common containers (e.g. kegs, punch bowls, trash cans) are prohibited. Students may not be intoxicated in any Student Housing building.
All the UCs are putting max effort into killing the party scene. Your best bet is to go a big state flagship like arizona st if you prioritize partying.
Thanks so much for the information!