Beer Sales on campus

[(notOM)Rebel123]

 Interesting

http://link.kait8.com/view/54928ced3d9c86a7278cc95d2h6tf.482/0ca36483

[HeismanHawg]

Smart move. In the never ending arms race in college athletics for the almighty dollar there's no reason to not sell alcohol at sporting events.

[ricepig]

Interesting

http://link.kait8.com/view/54928ced3d9c86a7278cc95d2h6tf.482/0ca36483

Going to serve alcohol in their new suites, loge seating, and club seats in the new press box addition. It does appear they will serve at certain concerts at the Congo, too.

[WorfHog]

IF it was free I might consider attending an A-State game.

[dsgreen]

Considering you'd need to be drunk to enjoy four years at AState, this will be a blessing for students.

[Tusks]

Considering you'd need to be drunk to enjoy four years at AState, this will be a blessing for students.

[thirrdegreetusker]

Legend has it that, when the Student Union at Fayetteville was being designed in the early 70s, Anheuser-Busch offered to pay 100% of construction costs if they could have some sort of beer concession in the building. I really do not think UA officials seriously considered it. Different world now.

[Inhogswetrust]

Considering you'd need to be drunk to enjoy four years at AState, this will be a blessing for students.

I'm not an ASU fan either BUT it is an accredited college..............that being said there are about four or maybe five other schools in Arkansas I would rather attend depending on my major.

[Inhogswetrust]

Legend has it that, when the Student Union at Fayetteville was being designed in the early 70s, Anheuser-Busch offered to pay 100% of construction costs if they could have some sort of beer concession in the building. I really do not think UA officials seriously considered it. Different world now.

I vaguely remember something along those lines...................my what would have been!

[WorfHog]

Legend has it that, when the Student Union at Fayetteville was being designed in the early 70s, Anheuser-Busch offered to pay 100% of construction costs if they could have some sort of beer concession in the building. I really do not think UA officials seriously considered it. Different world now.

The Union at the University of Wisconsin sells beer and it's awesome. I wish we were as cool, but we have too many judgey Baptists.

http://www.union.wisc.edu/materials/Dine_Stiftskeller_Menu.pdf

[OneTuskOverTheLine™]

Considering you'd need to be drunk to enjoy four years at AState, this will be a blessing for students.

Went to ASU for 1 year.. Fled because it was dry.. Found Jesus and went to Ouachita... Go figure... Got educated on sound bible doctrine and found out the Baptists had too many rules that Jesus himself did not follow.. Became Methodist.. I have a beer every now and then, when I'm not drinking whiskey or Vodka...

[Tusks]

The Union at the University of Wisconsin sells beer and it's awesome. I wish we were as cool, but we have too many judgey Baptists.

[OneTuskOverTheLine™]

The Union at the University of Wisconsin sells beer and it's awesome. I wish we were as cool, but we have too many judgey Baptists.

It causes this to make more sense and even that much more fun...

I still wanna see this..

[Inhogswetrust]

It's not just judgey Baptist................it's judges anyone that is against drinking. LOT's of religions and faiths are.

[yraciv]

It's not just judgey Baptist................it's judges anyone that is against drinking. LOT's of religions and faiths are.

True, but it's mainly the baptist in Arkansas.

[yraciv]

"The board also hopes alcohol sales will attract more "tourism-related activity". I lol at that comment because you know drinking at a Red Wolves game is sure to drum up tourism.

[Inhogswetrust]

True, but it's mainly the baptist in Arkansas.

Naw I grew up Baptist........................After turning 21 I would go to the liquor store with my Dad. Saw a lot of "brothers and sisters" drink.

[26.2Hog]

Q: Why do you have to take two Baptists with you when you go fishing?

A: Because if you take just one, he'll drink all your beer.

[DeltaBoy]

It a good economic move.

[WorfHog]

Naw I grew up Baptist........................After turning 21 I would go to the liquor store with my Dad. Saw a lot of "brothers and sisters" drink.

Don't get me wrong, I have nothing against Baptists.  What I don't like it when they pass near unrepealable laws that force their religious ideals on others. I don't like that if I want to drink a beer at home on Sunday's I have to drive to Springdale or plan ahead.

[ricepig]

It a good economic move.

Yeah, our 9000 seat club level netted us $26,000 last year. I bet their 1000 seats just rakes in the moolah.

[Inhogswetrust]

Don't get me wrong, I have nothing against Baptists.  What I don't like it when they pass near unrepealable laws that force their religious ideals on others. I don't like that if I want to drink a beer at home on Sunday's I have to drive to Springdale or plan ahead.

I couldn't agree more. But most of the state laws in all states concerning alcohol sales are derived from a few different ways that came about after prohibition was repealed. Those have been slow to change but they have done so over time and are still doing so.

[go hogues]

The Union at the University of Wisconsin sells beer and it's awesome. I wish we were as cool, but we have too many judgey Baptists.

http://www.union.wisc.edu/materials/Dine_Stiftskeller_Menu.pdf

Wisconsinites are on a whole different level. I've never seen a group of people stateside who can consume more alcohol and stay relatively functional. Those jokers can hold their liquor, that's for sure.
You give an equal amount to a bunch of Arkies and it would likely incite a small riot.

[yraciv]

Naw I grew up Baptist........................After turning 21 I would go to the liquor store with my Dad. Saw a lot of "brothers and sisters" drink.

Obviously I'm not saying no baptists drink. Just when you hear all the anti drinking, anti Sunday alcohol sales in the state of Arkansas they are often from Baptist politicians. That, plus most of my friends from high school who never tried a sip of alcohol and judged you if you did were baptist.

And don't chastise me if you are a Southern Baptist.  You have your beliefs, and I have mine. I don't care about your opinions on the matter, and you shouldn't try to change mine.

[OldCoot]

What's the difference between a baptist and a catholic?

Catholics say hi to each other in the liquor store.

[Seminole Indian]

http://www.astate.edu/news/board-of-trustees-approves-lease-agreement-with-nea-sports-club?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter&utm_campaign=asunews

JONESBORO — The Arkansas State University Board of Trustees today unanimously approved a lease agreement with NEA Sports Club of Jonesboro that would allow the nonprofit organization to dispense alcoholic beverages in designated areas on campus.

System President Charles L. Welch told the board that the lease agreement is required as part of NEA Sports Club's large event facility permit application to the Arkansas Alcoholic Beverage Control Board.

"We're taking steps to be responsive to requests of our patrons at special events while being cautious and responsible," Welch said. "If NEA Sports Club is successful with its application, then an additional agreement will be executed regarding operations of the club at our facilities."

Welch said Arkansas State's change in alcohol policy is consistent with many of its peers in the state and the Sun Belt Conference.

"Our policy will actually be more restrictive than most," Welch said. "Also, additional security will be present where alcohol is served, and all servers and managers will complete appropriate training to comply with ABC regulations and to protect the safety and enjoyment of all patrons."

The 10-year lease includes a 90-day termination clause with or without cause, Welch said.

NEA Sports Club is an Arkansas nonprofit corporation that, subject to obtaining an ABC permit, would be allowed to dispense alcoholic beverages to its members at certain events and locations on the A-State campus. Net revenue generated will be distributed annually to the Red Wolves Foundation, which supports A-State athletics.

Facilities included in the lease are Centennial Bank Stadium, the Convocation Center, Tomlinson Stadium, Fowler Center, Cooper Alumni Center, and the A-State Pavilion.

[vandybuff]

http://www.astate.edu/news/board-of-trustees-approves-lease-agreement-with-nea-sports-club?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter&utm_campaign=asunews

JONESBORO — The Arkansas State University Board of Trustees today unanimously approved a lease agreement with NEA Sports Club of Jonesboro that would allow the nonprofit organization to dispense alcoholic beverages in designated areas on campus.

System President Charles L. Welch told the board that the lease agreement is required as part of NEA Sports Club's large event facility permit application to the Arkansas Alcoholic Beverage Control Board.

"We're taking steps to be responsive to requests of our patrons at special events while being cautious and responsible," Welch said. "If NEA Sports Club is successful with its application, then an additional agreement will be executed regarding operations of the club at our facilities."

Welch said Arkansas State's change in alcohol policy is consistent with many of its peers in the state and the Sun Belt Conference.

"Our policy will actually be more restrictive than most," Welch said. "Also, additional security will be present where alcohol is served, and all servers and managers will complete appropriate training to comply with ABC regulations and to protect the safety and enjoyment of all patrons."

The 10-year lease includes a 90-day termination clause with or without cause, Welch said.

NEA Sports Club is an Arkansas nonprofit corporation that, subject to obtaining an ABC permit, would be allowed to dispense alcoholic beverages to its members at certain events and locations on the A-State campus. Net revenue generated will be distributed annually to the Red Wolves Foundation, which supports A-State athletics.

Facilities included in the lease are Centennial Bank Stadium, the Convocation Center, Tomlinson Stadium, Fowler Center, Cooper Alumni Center, and the A-State Pavilion.

This sound so complex I think I will stay home. 

[vandybuff]

Naw I grew up Baptist........................After turning 21 I would go to the liquor store with my Dad. Saw a lot of "brothers and sisters" drink.

I was raised a Baptist and I can attest that drinking ruined my health:  thirty years of squatting between cars at the liquor stores hiding from my church mates destroyed my knees.

[ricepig]

This sound so complex I think I will stay home. 

They were already letting alcohol to be served at the Cooper Center and Pavilion, I guess they want their cut now. The only way they will make any money concerts at the Convo selling booze. There aren't enough seats in their new area to generate much money, and few if any suites in the Convo. They were already letting fans bring coolers into the baseball field in a designated area, I guess they'll now charge them $8 for a beer.

[Inhogswetrust]

Obviously I'm not saying no baptists drink. Just when you hear all the anti drinking, anti Sunday alcohol sales in the state of Arkansas they are often from Baptist politicians. That, plus most of my friends from high school who never tried a sip of alcohol and judged you if you did were baptist.

And don't chastise me if you are a Southern Baptist.  You have your beliefs, and I have mine. I don't care about your opinions on the matter, and you shouldn't try to change mine.

I never intonated I was trying to change your opinion. Yes the Baptists are to blame for some policies politically regarding alcohol however they aren't the only ones to blame. I've had a alcohol permit in the state of Arkansas and no Baptists were there to speak up during our hearing before the ABC. However there was another church related group that I'll let remain nameless that was there. I might have grown up in a predominately Baptist family but if you have read my posts over the years you would have discovered I'm just the opposite. I have no religious leanings. I know that a lot if not half the Baptist I know and a majority in my family that are drinkers. Same as a lot of other denominations. 

[Inhogswetrust]

They were already letting alcohol to be served at the Cooper Center and Pavilion, I guess they want their cut now. The only way they will make any money concerts at the Convo selling booze. There aren't enough seats in their new area to generate much money, and few if any suites in the Convo. They were already letting fans bring coolers into the baseball field in a designated area, I guess they'll now charge them $8 for a beer.

They can serve at the Alumni Center in Fayetteville just like the Cooper Center in Jonesboro. It was funny when I heard people say that Craighead county was the wettest "dry" county in Arkansas but it wasn't even close to Benton County or Hot Springs County.......Of course Benton County has gone "wet".

[Inhogswetrust]

I also want to wish Michael Langley success in his new job and wish him the best. He did a great job as ABC Director!

[ricepig]

I also want to wish Michael Langley success in his new job and wish him the best. He did a great job as ABC Director!

He must have approved all of your permits!

[yraciv]

I never intonated I was trying to change your opinion. Yes the Baptists are to blame for some policies politically regarding alcohol however they aren't the only ones to blame. I've had a alcohol permit in the state of Arkansas and no Baptists were there to speak up during our hearing before thew ABC. However there was another church related group that I'll let remain nameless that was there. I might have grown up in a predominately Baptist family but you if you have read my posts over the years you would have discovered I'm just the opposite. I have no religious leanings. I know that a lot if not half the Baptist I know and a majority in my family that are drinkers. Same as a lot of other denominations. 

Oh and I wasn't implying you were any of those things.  I was just talking in generalities about baptists from my experience growing up in Arkansas. I heard a lot of those comments growing up.  The Baptist squatting in a liquor store parking lot is spot on and I lol! 

[Augustus]

IF it was free I might consider attending an A-State game.

+1

[vandybuff]

They were already letting alcohol to be served at the Cooper Center and Pavilion, I guess they want their cut now. The only way they will make any money concerts at the Convo selling booze. There aren't enough seats in their new area to generate much money, and few if any suites in the Convo. They were already letting fans bring coolers into the baseball field in a designated area, I guess they'll now charge them $8 for a beer.

I agree with you, but my future is 'stay home' for the event is clear, my view is great, it can be replayed, recorded, etc. 
When the Good Lord gave me a computer, Amazon and an address to which they deliver, I said "Amen."  So feel most free to use my seat ... and enjoy that $8 natty light. 

[Justifiable Hogicide]

5 coaches in 5 years and their Hook Em Horns hand signs - they deserve all the stiff drinks they can get.

[(notOM)Rebel123]

5 coaches in 5 years and their Hook Em Horns hand signs - they deserve all the stiff drinks they can get.

Don't forget their 4 bowl games in 4 years

[Hoggish1]

The Union at the University of Wisconsin sells beer and it's awesome. I wish we were as cool, but we have too many judgey Baptists.

http://www.union.wisc.edu/materials/Dine_Stiftskeller_Menu.pdf

Always been that way at Wisky. 

[ricepig]

I agree with you, but my future is 'stay home' for the event is clear, my view is great, it can be replayed, recorded, etc. 
When the Good Lord gave me a computer, Amazon and an address to which they deliver, I said "Amen."  So feel most free to use my seat ... and enjoy that $8 natty light. 

Enjoyed the club level at RRS this year, but I enjoyed it the previous 12 years, too. To me, there's nothing better than to be with friends or family at a game.

[vandybuff]

My best to you, Ricepig.  I am sure it is a beautiful stadium, great seats and even better friends.  But for me ... over twenty years of being away from home 250+ nights a year ... and very rarely in the same city two consecutive days .... home with a good book is my happiness!

[twistitup]

Enjoyed the club level at RRS this year, but I enjoyed it the previous 12 years, too. To me, there's nothing better than to be with friends or family at a game.

Some people name drop, rice seat drops on a regular basis

[ricepig]

Some people name drop, rice seat drops on a regular basis

I can drop some names if you wish for me too.....

[Torqued pork]

They could offer Cuban cigars to the nobles in sky boxes and Natty Lite and Pall Malls to the commoners.

[Inhogswetrust]

He must have approved all of your permits!

No actually he didn't. He denied it at first because of a couple of people in town being opposed. He did that regularly if there was any opposition especially in a "dry" county. He was very fair with all applicants but he was "by the book" as he should have been. A LOT of permit holders had to appeal and then you have a hearing before the board and they vote to approve it or not. We were approved unanimously. He had a long, very respected and successful tenure as ABC Director. Great guy and knows the law.

[popcornhog]

Legend has it that, when the Student Union at Fayetteville was being designed in the early 70s, Anheuser-Busch offered to pay 100% of construction costs if they could have some sort of beer concession in the building. I really do not think UA officials seriously considered it. Different world now.

It would've been more likely to fly back then, no.

Back then law enforcement treated dwi as basically jay walking.

It would be cool though -- I studied abroad at the University of Oxford and they had pubs on campus. I can tell you first hand that it would cut way down on dwi and other related alcohol problems.

[Inhogswetrust]

Don't forget their 4 bowl games in 4 years

Mobile................enough said.

[BroyledNutts]

What's the difference between a baptist and a catholic?

Catholics say hi to each other in the liquor store.

I'm a former Baptist turned Catholic and I approve this message....+1

[Sivad]

Don't forget their 4 bowl games in 4 years

I already have.

[twistitup]

They could offer Cuban cigars to the nobles in sky boxes and Natty Lite and Pall Malls to the commoners.