Co-Lin Athletics to implement clear bag policy beginning Fall 2025

WESSON – Copiah-Lincoln Community College has announced the college will implement a new clear bag policy at Co-Lin athletic venues beginning Fall 2025. The new policy works to ensure the safety of all fans, students, and student-athletes attending events on campus.

The following outlines bags that will be permitted into athletic venues:

· Bags that are clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC and do not exceed 12" x 6" x 12"; and

· Small clutch bags, with or without a handle or strap, that do not exceed 4.5" x 6.5" (approximately the size of a hand); and

· One-gallon clear plastic freezer bags (Ziploc bag or similar).

· An exception will be made for medically necessary items after proper inspection by Campus Police at the gate.

· Stadium cushions and seats (without pockets) will be allowed.

Prohibited bags include purses larger than a clutch bag; backpacks; briefcases; camera bags/cases, or any bag larger than the permissible sizes listed above. All persons and bags are subject to search upon entry into Co-Lin Athletic facilities