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| What is the firearms and weapons policy? |
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| Residents may not have any weapons, explosives, or anything resembling weapons in the residence halls or on-campus |
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| True of false: guests over 21 may drink alcohol on campus? |
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| True, students over 21 can consume alcohol in their room/suite with the door closed and no minors present. |
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| True or false: empty bottles, alcohol packaging, or alcohol paraphernalia are permitted if they are being used for a class project and if approved by the RLC. |
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| False, all of these items are not permitted. |
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| True or false: A resident drinking off-campus is never a violation of the alcohol policy. |
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| False: Public intoxication is prohibited as well as the inability to care for oneself while under the influence of alcohol. |
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| True or false: illegal drugs, misused prescriptions, and drug paraphernalia are all prohibited on-campus with the exception of medical marijuana. |
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| False, medical marijuana is also prohibited. |
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| Harassment, intimidation, bullying, and verbal abuse are not tolerated. What are some examples? |
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Definition
Including, but not limited to:
- slurs
- rumors
- jokes
- innuendos
- cartoons
- pranks
- gestures
- physical attacks
- threats
- demeaning vulgar and abusive comments
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| If a resident fails to adhere to your instructions or gives you false information what policy would they be in violation of? |
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| Quiet Hours begin at what time? |
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- 10pm Sun-Thurs
- 12am Fri-Sat
- Week before finals 7pm
- Finals week 24 hours
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| What type(s) of equipment are prohibited under the amplified sound policy? |
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Definition
| Sub woofers. Any outside sound which interferes with a residents ability to study or sleep are also not permitted. |
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| True or false: courtesy hours are a guideline but are not enforceable by policy |
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Definition
Courtesy hours are always in effect everywhere in the residence hall complex 7 days a week, 24 hours a day, inside and outside of buildings. Residents are expected to acknowledge and respect the rights and needs of others. Community members have the right and are encouraged to appropriately confront noise at any time. |
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| True or false: residents found tampering with fire safety equipment will go through the conduct process |
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Definition
| True, they will also be fined by the San Francisco fire department up to $500 |
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| How far away from the building must a resident be to smoke or hookah? |
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Definition
30 feet
Additionally, hookas either fully or partially assembled are prohibited in student rooms |
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| When are guests not allowed in the residence halls? |
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Definition
- If unaccompanied
- If violating policies
- If no consent from the roommates
- If after midninght and not registered as an overnight
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| What policies are in place regarding furniture? |
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| University furniture may never be removed from a students space or the assigned common area. |
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| How many microwaves and fridges are permitted? |
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| What are some examples of appliances not allowed in resident spaces? |
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Definition
Appliances with open heating coils such as:
- Hot plates
- Barbecues
- Space heaters
Other:
- Halogen lamps
- Blacklights
- Extension cords
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| How many overnight guests may a resident have at once? |
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| 2 with consent of roommates |
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| What are the limits on overnight guests? |
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| 3 consecutive nights and 12 total nights of guest approvals per semester with roommate consent |
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| What recreational activities are permitted inside the halls? |
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Definition
| Only what is provided (ping pong, foose ball, pool, etc). Rollerblading, rollerskating, or biking inside is not permitted. Playing with, throwing, kicking, or rolling any ball or sports paraphernalia is also prohibited. |
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| Aside from age, what are the rules regarding alcohol posession and consumption: |
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Definition
- Alcohol games are prohibited
- No large group parties where the main purpose appears to be drinking
- Transport must be in original containers, sealed, and in an opaque container
- Bulk alcohol and paraphenelia such as kegs, cases of beer, and beer pongs are prohibited
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| True or false: the quiet hours and courtesy hours policy applies to outside residence halls areas such as the pool, basketball/tennis courts, quad, and BBQ pits |
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Definition
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| True or false: incense are allowed. |
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Definition
False
Candles, wick lamps, incense, or any decorations with potential
open flames (whether lit or unlit) are prohibited in residence
hall rooms and common areas. |
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| Can I host a chalk art program in front of the building? |
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Definition
Chalking is prohibited on the housing complex grounds and
on all buildings. Chalking that meets the campus chalking
policy is allowed ONLY on the mini esplanade/sidewalk
leading to and from the residence halls. |
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| Can a resident get an exemption to the decoration policy? |
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Definition
| Residents may request a temporary exemption to the decorations policy via writing with the RLC. |
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| What type of pets are permitted in the halls? |
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Definition
Residents may keep fish in their rooms provided these fish are kept in a clean, well-maintained fish tank. Tanks are limited to a maximum of 10 gallons. No other pets of any kind are allowed in residence hall rooms at any time without the express written consent from the Director of Housing. |
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| What are the room capacity guidelines? |
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Definition
For fire safety, the following room capacity guidelines are in effect:
• Jenkins/Draper, Desmond, Sierra/Sutter rooms: 8 Maximum
• Courtyard – total in suite: 15 Maximum; Studios: 4 Maximum
Requests to temporarily waive this policy for special occasions (e.g. birthdays, celebrations, etc.) must be made with the
Residence Life Coordinator at least 7 calendar days prior to the event. |
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| What are the main guidelines regarding windows? |
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Definition
- Climbing out of windows is prohibited
- Nothing may be thrown out of a window
- No posting or hanging any materials in or outside of a window
- Provided screens must not be removed
- Drawing, painting, or writing is prohibited except during University celebrations such as homecoming
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| What is considered vandalsim? |
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Definition
Vandalism to any Residence Life or University building,
machinery, property, or signage (including bulletin boards, fliers, posters and signs) is prohibited. Violations of this policy will result in individual or shared billing and/or disciplinary action. |
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