Suggestions for the "no student" clause

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The Club World Casino group has a term in their terms and conditions that disallows them from accepting action from college students. This is how it reads:

Full-time Students who are enrolled in a College or University are not permitted to play in the Casino

For some, it's not clear enough. Please use this thread to make any suggestions you'd like the operators to consider. Thanks!
 
Thank you Bryan, perhaps the citizens of this community can work together to creatively and positively reconstruct a vague term into one that will leave no room for debate.

Off to ponder how I would like to see this reworded...
 
1. Remove the term completely. Does not apply to gambling.

2. Remove all terms that are totally bogus (99%) IMO...get down to business of gambling.

3. Stop all bonuses that require playthrough. If you want to give a "thank you" for your loyalty chip...then do just that...GIVE IT with no strings attached, otherwise...don't offer anything..

Reason: If a person is old enough to play and has the funds, regardless of where it comes from (no ones business IMO), then that should be sufficient.

Other Reason: If a player is old enough to lay down his life for others (serviceman), the player is old enough to play , again, MOO. No need to nitpik and pick and choose which players are to be allowed in the door if they are "of age". Period. I can just see Vegas, carding people at the door asking for their "passports" to prove what location they are from..I mean, get real...if you want to be a casino....be a CASINO! Not my uncle, father ,mother..caretaker...

We have enough "babysitting" with our government I believe. That is why we are in this mess with online gambling. Too many vague terms applied to grown ups (people of age that can die, be locked etc etc for their decisions) in the name of "protecting themselves"...

Just a few suggestions..I know they will probably be ignored, but it is nice to give an opinion..of sorts :D

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Based on the rather long thread concerning this term, they need to clearly state that they deem a student as an individual who is in full time education, even during the summer recess/vacation/break. If the intent of an individual is to continue their studies after completing a course, once a new academic year begins - then that individual is still classed as a student by the casino.

I think also from an affiliate perspective, they need to provide this information to webmasters in any ad copy material distributed. I for one have been in this industry now for ten years, working for an operator and as an affiliate. Yet until this thread on CM was started, I was not aware of this no student term. So much for me doing my own due diligence when reviewing casinos. :cool:

( I have however highlighted this term on the review of Club World on my new site and will be updating the reviews on OCR to contain this information )

This term is fairly unique to Club World and as such listing it as term number 1 is not enough to publicise it IMO. They need to use their affiliates to also provide this information. Perhaps also, on the sign up a new account screen, the new player has to tick a box confirming they are not in full time education.

If the above was done previously, we would not be seeing a thread grow into over 40 pages.
 
IMO the clause needs to be deleted all together. Why pick out this one segment of the population and why is it so important to them? If at my age (50 ish) I decide I want to go back to school full time am I going to be automatically banned from playing? First of all, how are they going to know? Who would think it would be any of their business?

I agree that they need the age clause (no one under 18) but full time student...come on....it needs to go.
 
IMO the clause needs to be deleted all together. Why pick out this one segment of the population and why is it so important to them? If at my age (50 ish) I decide I want to go back to school full time am I going to be automatically banned from playing?

I disagree actually and not to derail the thread I will explain why. A casino has the right to refuse anyone from playing at their operation, whether it be a land based casino or an online casino in this instance.

The problem however is that the casino needs to ensure that they communicate effectively key terms such as this no student term. Putting it away on the T & C's whilst at the #1 spot is not good enough. As we all know when installing software or doing anything online, hardly anyone reviews the terms, let alone look at the page where they reside.

Hence this term needs to be highlighted up there with the you confirm you are of legal age. As per my suggestion above.

This whole issue would not have generated 40+ pages, if Club World had highlighted this term very clearly in the first place.
 
What are they gonna do?

I mean really...are they gonna stalk every single person and dig up the info and see if they are attending college etc or not?

I mean seriously...Are they also asking for SIN numbers? Who would spend the resources on hiring someone to track people and see if they are students or not?This is actually an "illegal" term and condition...
 
As many, I am sure will agree, the "Full-time student" term needs to be deleted. If the casino is so intent on "protecting" the student, then change the minimum age to 25 (MOST students will have finished college by this age). If they insist on keeping this term, they need to clarify (age) of who will qualify as a full-time student. With many ADULTS going back to school, whether due to advancing in a career or for situations (unemployed) not of their making, THIS needs to be addressed also.

Also, CWC needs to expand on its definition of "the area of Markham Ontario". This could affect many of its Canadian players without THEIR knowledge.

I sincerely hope CWC takes into consideration every comment (constructive) which is posted. In my personal opinion, it will show the casino group cares enough about their players to insure another travesty like the Danl issue doesn't occur again.
 
oldtrvlagt: IMO the clause needs to be deleted all together. Why pick out this one segment of the population and why is it so important to them? If at my age (50 ish) I decide I want to go back to school full time am I going to be automatically banned from playing? First of all, how are they going to know? Who would think it would be any of their business?

I agree that they need the age clause (no one under 18) but full time student...come on....it needs to go.
I agree totally...it needs to be GONE!
Webzcas: The problem however is that the casino needs to ensure that they communicate effectively key terms such as this no student term. Putting it away on the T & C's whilst at the #1 spot is not good enough.
This is where the problem originates. Clauses that do what? Nothing. If they are going to pick and choose who they want to play at their casino, what will make them stop putting in ridiculous clauses such as , "player must have 2 legs, not be handicapped, etc etc.." Get the picture?

I mean, when is too much too much?
Webzcas: A casino has the right to refuse anyone from playing at their operation, whether it be a land based casino or an online casino in this instance.

Yes, casinos have the right to offer and refuse anyone from playing. But is this a smart business decision? I do not see many casinos choosing this line and terms as this is a most ridiculous clause I find...as you state the following:
This term is fairly unique to Club World
So...knowing most T&C's by heart, you have this one little blip that did not show up on the radar because it is an unknown....why do they want this in there? I cannot fathom for the life of me why any casino would ban or block players of age ....when you say casino can and do choose who plays at their casinos... I do not see anyone asking for "employment verifications" , passports, etc etc at any of the casinos to gain entry..to prove they can afford to play...

I mean, really, ...this is a very , very , bad and unique clause that needs to be thrown out completely....

I also wonder how many other "unique" clauses are put in and taken out arbitrarily....without a player knowing...

It really is time to get back to basics...the term "you play, you pay" is simple as can be...why so many convoluted rules???

Are they trying to be put out of business???

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The Club World Casino group has a term in their terms and conditions that disallows them from accepting action from college students. This is how it reads:



For some, it's not clear enough. Please use this thread to make any suggestions you'd like the operators to consider. Thanks!

Full-time Students who are enrolled in a College or University are not permitted to play in the Casino
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Add this only [ ALL STUDENTS UNDER THE AGE OF 27 YEARS OF AGE ARE NOT WANTED HERE ]

PS k i S S = keep it simple stupid , its a abbreviation from the world of sales , there's no easy way to tell some one to kiss off if you try it only aggravates them more
 
The term is far to vague and unenforceable to be an effective protection mechanism for any students the casino 'claim' it expects to protect.

Lets face it. Now that the word is out, what students intent on playing are going to tick the student box on sign up, even if they had one and especially if its right there in black and white that students are forbidden to play? If I know anything about human nature the fact is that the student is going to NOT tick the box and play regardless of what the casinos pretend to do to 'protect' them.

Unless ClubWorld are privy to more private information than we consent to, there is no way possible for them to determine a student from a non-student. This term CLEARLY leaves the door open to abuse of this clause, as we have seen in previous posts. Any term that sets itself in such a way as to give an unfair advantage to either side, player or casino, should be removed completely. And in this case it is clear that the clause would only serve to protect the casino in the case of a withdrawal.

Unless CWC can prove beyond a shadow of a doubt that they have audited ALL PLAYERS and refunded monies lost and closed accounts of ALL STUDENTS, I call BS on this. This is the real world, if a student wants to play and lose his shirt, let em, best they learn that lesson early on while they still have time to bounce back! If a student plays and wins PAY THEM!

So my suggestion is get rid of it. If CWC truly cares about Students(gamblers in general) it would set up funds for programs to assist problem gamblers with all those confiscated winnings.
 
Yes, casinos have the right to offer and refuse anyone from playing. But is this a smart business decision? I do not see many casinos choosing this line and terms as this is a most ridiculous clause I find...as you state the following:

Casinos refuse players for a number of reasons. Bottom line is, they and only they can choose who they accept or refuse. I personally think it is ( The no student term ) actually is in a way supporting responsible gambling, but it needs to be made crystal clear, so allegations of it being applied subjectively do not occur moving forward. Whether it is a sound business decision or otherwise, that is not for us to decide, as we posters do not operate the casino.

The issue at hand and the purpose of this thread is to discuss ways on how to make this term clear. As it is apparent Club World are not going to drop it.

So instead of saying they should drop it ( not going to happen ) - I am offering suggestions, so that this term is as clear as can be. IMO it needs to be highlighted up there with the legal age to play requirement.

If I know anything about human nature the fact is that the student is going to NOT tick the box and play regardless of what the casinos pretend to do to 'protect' them.

The point is, if they ( The player ) are caught out then they have no right to shout 'Foul Play'. A case of informing legitimate players at the casino and also covering their backs at the same time. If I was a student and saw that term and a tick box to indicate I was not a student. I would uninstall the software and find somewhere else to play. As I am sure 99% of people in that position would. It is not as if Club World are the only casinos available to play online.
 
Could the registration form not popup a message if the registrant is under 25 stating that if they are in full time education all wagers are void - one that they have to accept to complete registration?
 
Could the registration form not popup a message if the registrant is under 25 stating that if they are in full time education all wagers are void - one that they have to accept to complete registration?

Are CWC going to send a PI to investigate all players under 25 to confirm their status? NO.
Are students going to ignore that box? YOU BETHCHA!
Are CWC only going to ENFORCE this clause when there is a withdrawal. DEFINITELY.
 
it also should state all deposite that slip through the cracks will be returned with a adminastration charge if a student falsifies credentials
 
If a player is under 30 years of age they will need to provide proof of age PRIOR to depositing. (Any winnings will be voided (if falsified documents are provided) when requesting a withdrawal, assuming they would have to still provide verification documents with initial withdrawal)

I've never done it, but what happens if you DON'T click the "I agree to the terms and conditions" box? Will it still allow you to download and register at the casino?
 
Could the registration form not popup a message if the registrant is under 25 stating that if they are in full time education all wagers are void - one that they have to accept to complete registration?

I think such a pop-up would actually leave the casino MORE open to abuse. Students could play, hoping to get one by the casino if they won, and claim their wagers back as "void" with proof of enrollment. Some students do work full-time and would be able to provide the necessary "not-a-student" documentation.

Also, you will get issues with people legimately joining when not students, and at some future point returning to school. This pop-up would not appear every time one played I assume.

Is it Clubworld's intention to only protect young students? They have a term for all students, and accept players from many countries, yet they say "College or University". They don't even ban high school students.

College and University are narrowly defined here. There are trade schools, vocational institutes and others that qualify for student funding but are not technically colleges or universities. Where do such students fall? I think there is a great deal of ambiguity surrounding breaks between terms, and particularly between graduation and post-graduate work. Many schools have co-op programs, and students are employed full-time and enrolled in school at the same time.

Royal Military College here in Canada is an accredited university, not a college, but the student cadets are paid employees of the Canadian Military.


IMO no matter what good intentions Clubworld may or may not have with this clause, it's unworkable and unfair.
 
Clubworld Group is the only other RTG I play at. I trust them enough to continue playing there. I LIKE them. They have ALWAYS been good and fair for all the years I have been with them.

Now, I see a blip on the chart. A term that is unique to them only. Why? Why this term? This is why I get so passionate...when one believes in something so much and then comes face to face with a flaw..then hopefully..that flaw is removed..and common sense prevails....

Webzcas: Whether it is a sound business decision or otherwise, that is not for us to decide, as we posters do not operate the casino.
Exactly. So why should they be allowed into our "personal" business...that was the point I was trying to make. All a casino should need to know is:

1. That we are of age (License, etc for proof of age)
2. That we have funds to deposit (by approved means)
3. We have approved means of withdrawing
As it is apparent Club World are not going to drop it.
Why? They have changed other T&C's...updating, rewording, and removing others. Why not this one, that is theirs only, that really makes no sense.
Webzcas: The issue at hand and the purpose of this thread is to discuss ways on how to make this term clear.
I , too, am making suggestions..such as.....

Remove it...this makes it EXTREMELY CLEAR...don't you think???

So instead of saying they should drop it ( not going to happen )
I am truly bothered by this one line...How do YOU know this??? I mean, isn't this supposed to be about "changing" this term?? You sound so definite that they will not listen to any of us, is the way I feel, when reading this one line..so why are we even bothering???

Just wanted to let you know...that one line speaks VOLUMES...to me...and not in a good way...

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It is a BS term sailing under a false flag and should be removed from the T&C all together. There should also be a rule for acredited casino's to not have ambigous, discriminating and unfair T&C's. I thought rules like this were in place, but apparently there are different views on what constitutes as fair.
 
I would like to suggest that CM post up a poll to the effect, should the student term be removed or reworded. I would be interested to see what % of players would actually support such a term. And well if the response is overwhelming that CWC remove the term then discussion over. CWC should remove it. If they don't I am pretty sure we are all familiar with the term "Vote with your Wallet"

I'm not a student but this term is predatory in nature, and no matter how you word it, it does more harm than good and opens the door for further bizarro terms. IE. If you are a parent with children under the age of 18 all bets are void. If you have a disability, all bets are void. ETC ETC Ad Nauseum.

Its a slippery slope we are headed on here...
 
I am truly bothered by this one line...How do YOU know this??? I mean, isn't this supposed to be about "changing" this term?? You sound so definite that they will not listen to any of us, is the way I feel, when reading this one line..so why are we even bothering???

Well based on the fact that they have stuck hard and fast to this term in the case of Danl, I would be surprised if they suddenly did drop it now.

Tom did offer to look at how the term is worded and that is why I thought this thread was started, to offer constructive advice on how Club World can go about that.
 
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, color, sex, age (by law of 18), veteran status, or disability.

Rewrite it like this.....
 
Quoting CM here:

Please use this thread to make any suggestions you'd like the operators to consider

CM does not state that removing it is not an option up for discussion.
I think its clear that one of the suggestions we implore the operators to consider is dropping the term :)
 
The Club World Casino group has a term in their terms and conditions that disallows them from accepting action from college students. This is how it reads:

Full-time Students who are enrolled in a College or University are not permitted to play in the Casino

For some, it's not clear enough. Please use this thread to make any suggestions you'd like the operators to consider. Thanks!



In the spirit of this thread, I would say the term needs to be clarified, if it will not be removed.

Full time ACTIVE students, age 25 or younger, who are enrolled in College or University, are not allowed to participate in real wagering in the casino. This includes breaks between semesters and holidays. If a student is found to be making real wagers, then all possible winnings can be voided and deposit will be returned, account will be locked until education is proven to be completed, or student has reached the age of 25.


Although I agree with the concensus of many here about it not being their business, if they are determined to have such a rulling, then it should be fine tuned, so as not to cause grief to a potential long time loyal player in the future. Players over the age of 25 that may be schooling should not need to be concerned about this clause in the T&C's.

I would also add, that since this term is vague and open for interpretation, then all previous students should be paid in full, all winnings, until this term has been clarified beyond mis-interpretation.
 
I think they also need to add terms disallowing single moms, people on a pension, on disability, or anyone making under $10 an hour at their jobs. Oh yeah, and anyone with more than two kids, because we all know how expensive kids can be right. Matter of fact, why don`t they make it say-

Only people who earn 100K a year or more are welcome here?

I mean, it`s all about player protection right? What a total load of bullshit this is. And ROGUE.

Sorry, not interested in even playing this game. CW belong with the likes of Virtual....crooks and LIARS of the highest order.
 

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