Housing and Residence Life Code of Conduct Policies
Because we deeply value each and every member of our diverse community as a child of God made in his image, 老司机视频 sets exceptionally high standards for students living on campus. These standards are designed to promote respect and honor for all students in their social, cultural, and intellectual pursuits. Conduct that violates the rights of others or is contrary to the University's mission may be grounds for immediate termination of occupancy in University housing and/or the withdrawal of future University housing privileges.
Residents who live in University-owned or controlled housing are subject to the Student Code of Conduct and its related policies (e.g., alcohol and other drugs), including the following Housing and Residence Life policies. These policies are subject to disciplinary action through the Office of Community Standards following the "Disciplinary Procedures" section of the Student Code of Conduct.
It is the resident's responsibility to be familiar with all Housing and Residence Life policies, which pertain to all areas, including graduate housing. By submitting a housing contract, each student accepts responsibility for knowing and adhering to the University's regulations. Violation of these policies or failure to comply with the housing contract may result in disciplinary action and can result in the loss of housing privileges. Any resident dismissed from housing will be responsible for the housing charges for the remainder of the contractual period.
Failure to satisfy the financial obligations accrued under the housing contract may result in the following: denial of issuance of transcripts; denial of enrollment; or removal or suspension from on-campus housing, all of which would be pursuant to University rules and regulations governing the imposition of these sanctions.
I. Accessing Unauthorized Spaces
Residents are not permitted to enter, access, occupy, remain in, or otherwise use University premises, facilities, or spaces without authorization. Unauthorized spaces may include, but are not limited to, building rooftops, storage areas, maintenance facilities, vacant rooms, closed facilities, restricted areas, or any other location for which the resident has not been granted access or approval.
Residents may not reside in, sleep in, store personal belongings in, or otherwise use a University housing space as a living area unless they have been assigned, approved, or authorized to occupy that space by Housing and Residence Life. This includes, but is not limited to, occupying a room, apartment, suite, common area, or other residential space without an approved housing assignment, booking, or authorization.
Residents who occupy, reside in, or otherwise use a University housing space without authorization may be subject to disciplinary action and may be assessed applicable housing fees, meal plan charges, damages, or other associated costs resulting from the unauthorized occupancy.
II. Basic Human Respect
Housing and Residence Life strives to fulfill the mission of 老司机视频 by providing an atmosphere conducive to academic, social, and spiritual growth within a diverse residential community. One method used to fulfill that mission is the Basic Human Respect (BHR) program, which is facilitated by Resident Advisors within the first two weeks of the semester, or when a new roommate moves in. This program provides a resource for residents to express concerns, mediate conflict, strengthen communication, and foster a respectful and supportive living environment. The program creates a foundation for healthy communication between residents before conflicts arise.
More broadly, the program also reflects the University鈥檚 expectations regarding decorum, consideration for others, and reasonable behavior within shared living environments and community spaces. Residents are expected to conduct themselves in a manner that respects the ability of others to study, sleep, live, work, and participate fully in the residential community without unreasonable disruption or interference.
All residents are expected to participate in the BHR program and complete a roommate covenant while living on campus. This includes, but is not limited to, participation in designated BHR and Community Life Orientation Meetings (CLOMs) throughout each semester. Failure to participate in required BHR-related processes, failure to comply with agreed-upon roommate covenant expectations, or conduct inconsistent with the principles of basic human respect may result in educational, disciplinary, housing relocation (temporary or permanent), or another housing-related action.
III. Commercial Use
The use of residential facilities for any commercial purpose, commercial solicitation, or commercial promotion is strictly forbidden except by written authorization by Housing and Residence Life. Students may not operate, advertise, or promote a private business from their room or any space within the residential areas.
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Displaying pornography, alcohol containers, or drug-related paraphernalia in University housing, including the posting of signs or promotional material involving pornography, alcohol, or drugs/drug-related paraphernalia, is prohibited.
Light fixtures in the residential community should never be obstructed or covered by any material. Residents may not cover their walls with material that will create a fire hazard, such as cardboard or cloth. Decorations or posters may cover up to 10% of each wall. Covering public area couches and chairs with fabric and throws is prohibited.
V. Entry System
Propped door alarms are installed at the ground floor entrances of each residence hall. Residents who tamper with the door latching mechanism or vandalize the entry system, doors, and/or propped door alarms may be subject to a minimum $100 fine per incident and disciplinary action.
VI. Fire Alarm Evacuation
Students must evacuate immediately when a fire alarm sounds, or a University official gives a directive. Failure to comply will result in disciplinary action including but not limited to: University Probation, a fine, and/or educational sanctions such as research on university fires, interviewing firefighters, and field trips to fire sites.
VII. Fire Equipment
The fire-fighting equipment and alarm systems were installed for the protection of the residents and their property. Tampering with fire equipment is illegal, including, but not limited to: fire alarms, propped door alarms, fire extinguishers, hoses, fire sprinkler heads, smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, mechanical bells, strobe lights, and fuse boxes, which may result in a $500 fine, immediate dismissal from the residential community, and possible criminal prosecution. Residents are not permitted to hang any items from safety equipment such as smoke detectors or mechanical bells. Failure to comply will result in disciplinary action. Residents are not permitted to hang any items (including clothes hangers) from ceiling fire sprinklers in any residential facility. Hanging items from sprinklers could result in flooding. The resident will be held financially responsible for any water damage caused by activation of the sprinklers.
VIII. Fire Hazards
With the exception of approved appliances, the University prohibits burning open flames or incense in any living area at any time. Any acts of negligence or intent that place the community at risk of fire are prohibited. Additionally, fire hazards such as fireworks, lava lamps, halogen lamps, appliances with exposed heating elements, unapproved space heaters, lighters, and personal BBQs or other items considered unsafe in a residential environment are strictly prohibited in or around any living area. University-maintained BBQs in the community area are available for student use. Residents are not to use any part of the oven or broiler for storage purposes. The possession or use of candles (with or without wicks, burned or unburned) will result in disciplinary action including confiscation and/or other sanctions.
The use of string lights (Christmas lights) is only permitted between the Thanksgiving holiday and before students leave for winter break. Christmas lights may be displayed on a fireproof figurine (e.g., artificial Christmas tree); however, lights cannot be attached to the interior of any student housing facility, i.e., walls, ceilings, furniture, appliances, windows, doors, or stairwell railings. Christmas lights may be displayed on the exterior of the building, but cannot be hung on any roof area or attached to any structure by the use of nails or staples. Natural cut Christmas trees may be displayed outside as long as they are at least 10 feet from any structure. All Christmas decorations, including string lights and Christmas trees, must be removed from the community before winter break. Please direct any questions to the HRL Office or the Resident Director.
Light fixtures in the residential community should never be obstructed or covered by any material. Residents may not cover their walls with material that will create a fire hazard, such as cardboard or cloth. Decorations or posters may cover up to 10% of each wall. Covering public area couches and chairs with fabric and throws is prohibited. The following items are not allowed in the Suite-Style Halls: toasters, toaster ovens, electric grills, air fryers, hot plates, and any appliance with an exposed heating element. Instant Pots, Crockpots, rice pots, coffee pots (Keurigs are allowed), and electric kettles.
Powered appliances, surge protectors, and extension cords should not be used in violation of manufacturers' specifications (e.g., using multiple extension cords with multiple plugs in one outlet, plugging a surge protector into another surge protector). Fire hazards found in the residential community will be immediately confiscated; in most cases, confiscated items will not be returned.
IX. Guests
Rooms are to be occupied only by the residents who are assigned to that room. Guests must be registered by the hosting resident through the RA and abide by all University regulations. As a matter of respect, residents must receive permission from their room/apartment mates before making an invitation; guests (including International Program participants) may not occupy or use residential facilities for more than two consecutive nights, and no more than six nights per semester. No more than one overnight guest is allowed at a time, and the resident host must accompany overnight guests at all times. Out of consideration for others, overnight guests are prohibited during the last two weeks of the semester. The University reserves the right to refuse permission to house overnight guests. Guests are expected to abide by Federal, State, and local laws.
The guest privilege is intended to permit occasional visits and overnight stays, not to provide housing accommodations to individuals who do not have an approved housing assignment. Guests may not use University housing as a residence, establish residency, store personal belongings for an extended period of time, or otherwise occupy or utilize a residential space in a manner that circumvents University housing assignments, occupancy limits, guest restrictions, or housing fees. Housing and Residence Life may determine that a guest has become an unauthorized occupant based on the frequency, duration, nature, or circumstances of the guest's presence, regardless of whether the guest stays overnight or complies with guest registration requirements.
Residents are responsible for the actions of their guests, for ensuring that guests abide by University rules and regulations, including residential visitation policies, and for ensuring that their guests do not become unauthorized occupants of University housing. Residents and unauthorized occupants may be subject to disciplinary action and may be assessed applicable housing fees, meal plan charges, damages, or other associated costs resulting from unauthorized occupancy.
X. Housing Contract Terms and Conditions
Students residing in University housing are responsible for complying with all applicable , Housing and Residence Life policies, and related residential community standards. Violations of the Housing Contract Terms and Conditions or Housing and Residence Life policies may constitute violations of the Student Code of Conduct and may result in disciplinary action, housing-related action, or both.
XI. Noise
An atmosphere conducive to normal living and academic achievement is to be maintained at all times. To facilitate this goal, loud televisions, music, gaming, or other excessively noisy activities are prohibited at all times. Audio-visual equipment must be used with discretion at all hours to avoid disturbing others. Playing amplified sound out of the window is not permitted. Residents may be required to remove audiovisual equipment from their rooms. Designated quiet hours, maintained during all academic periods, are 10 p.m. to 10 a.m. These hours are extended to 24 hours per day during final exam periods. Residents are fined for a single disruptive noise incident or for repeated disregard for the quiet hours policy. Repeat offenders will be fined a minimum of $25 for each occurrence and face disciplinary action up to and including the loss of housing privileges.
XII. Pets
Students and guests are not permitted to have pets in the residence halls or apartments. Emotional support animals may be allowed in on-campus student residences when registered with and approved by the Office of Student Accessibility. Service animals should be registered with the Office of Student Accessibility. See the for additional information about pets, emotional support animals, and service animals.
XIII. Resident Responsibility
All residents are jointly responsible for the protection of the living area, its furnishings, and its equipment. When the University cannot identify the person(s) responsible for damages, residents will share in the payment for those damages, including charges for labor and materials. Charges for damages will be assessed as they occur throughout the semester and will appear on the student's financial account (minimum $5 charge). Disciplinary action will be taken when appropriate.
Residents of shared living areas and common spaces may also be held collectively responsible for violations of University policy occurring within those spaces when the responsible individual(s) cannot be identified or when residents knew of, were present for, facilitated, permitted, or failed to appropriately address prohibited conduct. This may include, but is not limited to, the presence of alcohol, drugs, drug paraphernalia, stolen property, prohibited weapons, or other contraband found within shared residential spaces. The University may assign responsibility to all residents of the space when circumstances reasonably support a conclusion that residents collectively bear responsibility for the violation or the conditions giving rise to it.
XIV. Search
The University reserves the right to search a student's room and/or possessions if: (1) there is reasonable suspicion of a violation of a law or University rule or regulation; or (2) there is reasonable suspicion that such a search is necessary to protect and preserve the health and safety of persons or property. Any materials found may be used in a disciplinary hearing, a court of law, or both. Upon determination of a reasonable need, the search may be conducted by HRL staff (including the RA), Department of Public Safety, or other authorized University official. In most cases, items that have been confiscated will not be returned to the resident. Additionally, under certain circumstances, vehicles on campus may be accessed and the contents inventoried. These circumstances include but are not limited to: vehicle impound or relocation; retrieval of University property; vehicles containing a lost, stolen, fraudulent, or altered permit; using another person's permit; or vehicle is involved in suspicious or criminal activity.
XV. Smoking
All 老司机视频 campuses are smoke-free at all times, regardless of age. Smoking is prohibited anywhere on campus. Smoking includes inhaling, exhaling, or burning any lighted cigarette, cigar, cigarillo, pipe, electronic cigarette (vape), hookah, or similar product.
In addition to the prohibition on smoking, possession of cigarettes, cigars, cigarillos, pipes, electronic cigarettes (vapes), hookahs, and smokeless tobacco or nicotine products, including chewing tobacco, snuff, nicotine pouches, ZYN庐, or similar products, is prohibited within the residential community. These products will be confiscated if found in the residential community by Housing and Residence Life staff or the Department of Public Safety.
Repeat violations of this policy by resident or non-resident students may result in disciplinary action through the Office of Community Standards.
XVI. Solicitation
To ensure the safety and privacy of all residents, solicitors, including 老司机视频 student solicitors, are not permitted to post flyers, canvass, or market any product in the residential area without prior approval from HRL. Resident Advisors will post only those advertisements approved by HRL. Residents are encouraged to contact the RA, HRL, or DPS if a solicitor is in the community.
XVII. Visitation
The visitation of members of the opposite sex within the residential community is restricted to specific hours in designated areas. The policies are strictly enforced, and violations will be subject to disciplinary action. The purposes of the visitation hours are to ensure the security and privacy of all students and to maintain an atmosphere conducive to academic achievement.
Visitation in residence halls (including bedrooms, suites, laundry rooms, indoor hallways, stairways) is allowed between 10 a.m. and 1 a.m. Visitation is allowed in the main lobbies of the suite-style halls between 7 a.m. and 2 a.m., and public restrooms may be used during this time.
All apartment buildings have 24-hour lobbies and hallways, but visitation inside the apartments is only allowed between 10 a.m. and 1 a.m. During final exam periods, the visitation hours in all lobbies are extended to 24 hours. Residential visiting hours are in effect seven days per week. There are no circumstances which merit exception.
When there are members of the opposite sex present after visitation hours, it is considered a violation for all individuals present, whether or not the guest was invited or hosted by one student.
Out of respect for fellow students, residents or guests are not permitted at any time to use the shower facilities in the bathrooms assigned to residents of the opposite sex (e.g., a male may not use the shower in the bathroom of a female resident). Students or guests are not allowed to sleep overnight in the 24-hour common areas. Also see Section IX - Guests.
Last Updated: August 10, 2026
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