We would like to commend The Badger Herald for its coverage of important campus issues, specifically how it reported on the new campus-wide alcohol policy for serving alcohol at university events.

Contrary to the information in The Badger Herald story, the alcohol policy went through an extensive vetting process during the 2013 spring semester and was presented to and reviewed by at least eight committees. Information was posted on multiple campus websites, including a dedicated webpage for the task force and received publicity by news release and the Inside UW e-newsletter.

Faculty, staff and student governance groups were included in this process and given the opportunity to offer input in the manner their leadership determined. Several substantive changes were incorporated into the final policy as a result of direct engagement with the University Committee, Faculty Senate, Academic Staff Executive Committee and the Associated Students of Madison. Governance input included an ASM resolution and feedback from faculty and academic staff.

We all share an interest in well-managed campus events when alcohol is present.

Darrell Bazzell is the vice chancellor for finance and administration and Sarah Van Orman is the executive director of University Health Services.