Union College Athletics

We look forward to welcoming you to campus for an upcoming Union Athletics event.

As part of the College's continued efforts to expand campus wellness initiatives, Union became tobacco free on July 1, 2016. Please note that both smoking and chewing tobacco are not permitted on the Union College campus.

To provide a safe and friendly environment, Union College also prohibits the possession or consumption of alcohol in any public area. Tailgating events for the enjoyment of fans continues to be permitted, with non alcoholic beverages.

UNION COLLEGE TAILGATE POLICY

Union College is committed to providing a safe and enjoyable environment at our athletics events for players, spectators and event staff.  Tailgating is permitted in areas surrounding the facility with the following guidelines:

• Tailgating can start three (3) hours prior to the beginning of any home athletics event and must end within two (2) hours following the end of the game.
• Tailgating is defined as parking a motorized vehicle and consuming food and beverages, which may NOT include alcoholic beverages.
• Union College prohibits the possession or consumption of alcohol in any public area including tailgates.
• As part of the College's continued efforts to expand campus wellness initiatives, Union became tobacco free on July 1, 2016. Please note that smoking and all forms of tobacco are not permitted on the Union College campus.
• To maximize parking availability for all fans, tailgaters should not use adjacent parking spaces for tables, chairs, etc. All parking spaces are reserved for motor vehicles on game days.
• Tents/Canopies must be securely anchored (no stakes) and must not obstruct driving lanes or pedestrian walkways.
• Groups may bring a propane grill for use during their tailgate. Open flame fires and fire pits are prohibited.
• All trash and other belongings must be properly disposed of or otherwise removed upon completion of the tailgate. 
• No animals are allowed inside athletic facilities. Dogs are allowed outside the stadium fencing but must be on a leash.
• Fans and spectators who violate tailgating and alcohol policies may be removed from College grounds and prohibited from future events.

Respectful Environment
Fans should be respectful to players, coaches, event staff and other spectators and remain mindful of their choice of language and activity. Individuals are expected to conduct themselves in a manner that reflects positively on Union College. Persons acting in a disruptive, disrespectful or disorderly manner may be asked to leave the premises or be subject to citation. Students also may be charged with a violation of the Student Conduct Code.

In case of emergency, please contact Union College Campus Safety (518) 388-6911.