Any activity deemed by Housing staff to be a threat to the health and safety of residents is strictly prohibited. This includes, but is not limited to:
- Residents and their guests are prohibited from tampering with, jumping/jostling within, or riding on top of an elevator at any time. Ringing the elevator bell or call button in nonemergency situations is also prohibited. Residents and their guests are prohibited from riding on any elevator designated as FREIGHT ONLY.
- The residence halls are not designed for athletic events or horseplay. It is important to keep hallways intact and maintain safety and minimize disruption of the sleep/study atmosphere because of the risk of injuries, accidents and potential property damage. Sporting activities including, but not limited to, skateboarding, scooters, bicycle riding, soccer, playing Frisbee, golf, hockey, rollerblading, throwing or bouncing balls, etc., in the hallways or public areas of the residence halls are prohibited. In addition, sporting equipment including, but not limited to, skateboards, scooters, etc. are not allowed in the dining centers. Violations can result in confiscation of equipment, as well as sanctions/outcomes and/or restitution for damages.
- Practical jokes and pranks may damage property, injure other students, and can also increase the noise level and disturb other residents. Students who engage in practical jokes and pranks will be held responsible for damages and disciplinary action may be taken. Because of the danger to others, dropping or throwing any object out of, or into the residence halls is strictly prohibited. Violators will be referred to Student Conduct & Community Standards.
- Possessing or using fireworks. Violators will be referred to Student Conduct & Community Standards.
Policy last modified December 2024