It is a Truism, "Animal House" Partys are out because of the very things mentioned above.
But, partys are equal to drinking. Granted years back most states or a lot of them had 18 as drinking age for beer. Partys are for socializing and relaxing and having fun. Not getting stupid drunk and driving a car or putting date drug in drinks.
But, again with the but, the risk management end of it has cost many Greek Organizations a lot of money.
I was at the chapter one time and there was several lets go out partys going on. Two of the Brothers were there as they were the designated driver for the night! I thought that was fantastic! I did not go party, I went with them to get Brothers back to the house! I got a lot of respect for them that night!
I think "The Going Dry" will pass, but, not to stop drinking per say. It is just saying do not drink in the house or where The Fraternity can be held responsable. Do not let anyone get killed or in a situation where it can happen!
It will come to past!