The 2020-2021 Resident Student Handbook

The 2020-2021 Resident Student Handbook

An Introduction to Community Living

Welcome
Living in a Community
Celebrating and Protecting Diversity Within the Residence Area Communities
The RPS Staff: A Caring & Dedicated Team
Residence Area Advisory Boards
Care & Feeding of a Roommate

Getting to Know Each Other
Exploring Each Other's Lifestyle
Roommate Survival Tips

The 2020-2021 Resident Advisor Staff

Guidelines for Community Living

General Guidelines for Community Living

The Residence Area Occupancy Agreement
Memos and On-Going Communication from RPS
Student Identification Cards

Safety and Security Guidelines

Fire Alarm/Evacuation & Lockdown Procedures
Fire & Other Safety Equipment
Bomb Threats
Elevator Safety
Window Safety
Candles, Grills and Other Open Flames
Rooftops, Fire Escapes and Other Restricted Areas
Townhouse Balconies
Electrical Appliances/Extension Cords
Cable Television and Telephone Service
Weapons & Fireworks
Keys and Locks
Illegal Entry and Trespassing
Building Security
Guests
Pets
Solicitation, Posting Policy & Private Enterprise
Room Occupancy Limits
Safeguarding Valuables and Other Personal Property
Resident Privacy

Guidelines to Ensure the Care of the Facilities

Damage/Vandalism to College Property
Cleanliness
Mandatory Recycling
Sanitation and Personal Hygiene
Playing Sports in the Residence Areas
Decorating Rooms/Apartments
Use of Lounges
Lounge and Bedroom Furniture
Vacancies in Double and Triple Rooms
Bicycle Storage
Other Storage
Parking and Parking Permits

Guidelines for Individual and Interpersonal Behavior

Behavioral Standards
Alcohol Policy
Drugs
Noise Issues
Pledging Activities
Musical Instruments
Room Changes and Room Assignments
Smoking and Tobacco Products
Bathroom Facilities Usage