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Abandoned Property
Access to Community Space
Access to Residence Halls
Air Conditioning & Heat
Alcohol
Appliances & Furnishings
Balconies/Decks
Beds
Behavioral Contracts
Bicycles
Break Housing
Cable TV & Internet Access
Check-in & Check-out Process
Cleanliness
Cohabitation
Computer Labs
Confiscation
Consolidation
Cooking
Cooperating with University Officials
Damage to Property & Vandalism
Disruption & Endangerment of the        Community
Door Safety
Drugs

Early Termination of Agreement
Elevators
Emergencies
Fire Alarms & Safety Equipment
Fire Evacuation
Fireworks/Explosives/Flammable    Materials
Front Desk Services
Game Rooms & Lounges
Garbage Disposal
Getting a New Roommate
Guests & Escorting of Guests
Harassment, Discrimination &      Bullying
Health & Safety Inspections
Identification
Insurance
Laundry Facilities
Lounge or Community Furniture
Mail
Maintenace & Repairs
Medical Emergencies
Missing Person Protocol

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ABANDONED PROPERTY
Boise State University and the Department of University Housing are not responsible for lost, stolen or damaged property in the residence halls or public areas of these communities. Items left in rooms/suites/bathrooms/community lounges at the end of the academic year will be stored for a minimum of 48 hours and a maximum of 30 days. After a 30 day period University Housing will determine if the items are in a condition to be donated to charity or discarded. [back]


ACCESS TO COMMUNITY SPACE IN UNIVERSITY HOUSING: INDOOR AND OUTDOOR
University Housing has limited space for outside organizations to use. University Housing should feel like home and allow residents to enjoy a reasonable level of the privacy from solicitation and disturbance and to enjoy the facilities without competing with outside groups for access. Therefore, there is limited space in each hall whereby a recognized student organization or Boise State campus department may partner with a residence hall organization or staff member to provide an activity in the hall.

  1. All organizations including Hall Council, UHA, outside groups, etc. may reserve space for meetings and activities; reservations for space should be conducted through the appropriate Resident Director.
  2. Space around the residence halls is governed by University Housing policies. Groups may reserve outside space such as the quad between Keiser and Taylor but must first gain permission from University Housing’s Assistant Director of Facilities & Operations through the appropriate forms.
  3. Information tables may be arranged on a limited basis. Any non-housing, ASBSU-recognized student group or Boise State office that would like to set up an informational table in the lobby of a hall, must contact the Resident Director of that facility. No tables will be permitted during the opening and closing of the buildings or other high-traffic periods or times deemed inappropriate by the Resident Director or Associate Director of Housing. Recruitment activities will be limited to informational tables; members tabling may not approach students walking by but rather must allow students to approach the table freely. No tables will be permitted just outside the doors into the building. [back]


ACCESS TO RESIDENCE HALLS
BroncoCard Student ID
University Housing uses a card access system that requires residents to use their Student ID (also known as Bronco ID card) to gain access to residence halls through exterior doors. In general only those students assigned to a building will have access to that particular residence hall. Students living in Morrison and Taylor Halls have limited, monitored access to the buildings where their mailboxes, packages and front desk services operate out of. These students are expected to use their access judiciously. Allowing someone else to use your card is prohibited. If the ID card is not functioning properly, please contact the Resident Director immediately. Replacement of the Student ID card is $50.

Keys
Each resident is assigned a room key. Students who lose their key should contact a staff member immediately for the safety and security of their community. Key replacement charges for all keys begin at a minimum of $30 depending on the hall and the number of keys to be replaced. Students should not lend their keys to any other students, make copies of keys for safety and security reasons. Access into a room other than the one assigned to a student is prohibited. Misuse of keys will cause students to be referred to the conduct system.


Lockouts
Residents are responsible for carrying their keys and ID card to gain appropriate access to facilities. When a student is locked-out, a “loaner” key can be checked out from the front desk for a designated no more than 24 hours. Because of our dedication to student safety, those students who do not return the “loaner” key within 24 hours will have their room re-keyed at their expense so that we may ensure that that the lost key will not be used to gain access to the room/suite by inappropriate people. Each student is given one free lock-out, but additional lock-outs will cost $8.00 for each occurrence. Misuse of this service may result in additional charges and disciplinary action. University Housing staff will issue spare keys only to residents of a room, except during emergency situations where written permission can be given by the resident (e.g., hospitalization). [back]


AIR CONDITIONING & HEAT
Each residence hall room/suite is equipped with its own air conditioning and heating controls. Do not obstruct or damage air conditioning or heating units or set anything near the wall mounted units as this may interfere with normal operation. Students are not allowed to bring additional air conditioning or heating devices without expressed permission of the Assistant Director of University Housing Facilities & Operations.

Housing staff check extended forecasts and reviews monitoring data to determine the heating and cooling needs of the 1,500+ students that live with us. Housing’s general practice for heating and cooling is to provide room temperatures between the range of 68 and 76 degrees, depending on the season. If the room temperature fall outside of this range, residents should first attempt to reset the temperature setting and ensure nothing is obstructing the vents or radiators. If this does not correct the situation within a reasonable amount of time, residents are encouraged to contact a staff member for additional assistance.

The process for converting between cooling and heating in Chaffee, Morrison and Driscoll Halls is fairly extensive and is a matter of timing. The type of heating/cooling system in these buildings requires 2-3 days for a changeover to be completed, which means drastic changes in outdoor temperatures cannot be addressed immediately. In the interim, students are encouraged to open/close windows, add/remove blankets or see their Resident Director for additional suggestions. [back]


ALCOHOL

  1. There is NO alcohol permitted (regardless of age) in the residence halls. Students (regardless of age), may not possess and/or display empty alcohol containers (cans, funnels, bottles, displays, cases, bongs, keg caps, etc.). Containers will be considered evidence of use and/or consumption and may be confiscated. Bars or bar structures are not permitted in University Housing.
  2. Anyone found in a room where alcohol is present will be held responsible for consuming alcohol.
  3. Students may not purchase, provide or make alcohol available to underage students and/or their guests, regardless of their age.
  4. Public intoxication is not considered a responsible contribution to the community and therefore is inconsistent with University and University Housing standards. Public intoxication is considered a violation of University Housing policy and may be defined as a person who, having consumed alcoholic beverages, experiences a loss of the normal use of his or her mental and/or physical faculties. This includes, but is not limited to, slurred speech, loss of motor coordination, aggression, loss of memory, contributing to loud noise, abusive behavior, damage to property and any situations which result in a student being transported by emergency personnel due to concern for their safety.
  5. Possession and/or consumption of alcohol is prohibited in any public area of University owned buildings or grounds. Therefore, alcohol is not allowed on landings, laundry rooms, lounges, balconies/decks, parking lots and outside University Housing facilities on University grounds.
  6. Kegged (tapped) beer, other common containers of alcohol (e.g. punch, party balls, etc.), and other large quantities of alcohol are prohibited in all University Housing facilities, including University Suites. Parties and/or any gathering where alcohol is shared are prohibited.
  7. A person is considered in violation of University Housing’s policy on alcohol use if his or her personal alcohol consumption infringes upon the rights of other persons or property, including disturbances caused by medical transports of inebriated students.
  8. Drinking games (and associated paraphernalia) foster an atmosphere of irresponsible consumption which can lead to significant injury. For this reason they are strictly prohibited and any student found in violation will be followed up with appropriately

* We encourage all of our students to take responsibility for the safety of themselves and others. As such, students who are concerned for the welfare of another community member, but are worried about sharing information with University Housing Officials because of apprehension about their own conduct status, should review the Medical Emergency Protocol for Drugs and Alcohol. [back]


APPLIANCES AND FURNISHINGS
Every residence hall room comes furnished with bed, desk, mattress, closet, and dresser. Taylor, Keiser, University Suites and Yale Court also have furnished living rooms with a table and chairs, sofa, and cushioned chair. University Suites and Yale Courts kitchens are equipped with a refrigerator, stove, oven, and dishwasher. Room furnishings may not be removed from student rooms. Due to limited space, University Housing does not store room furniture or personal items of students.

The electrical system in the residence halls is not designed to carry heavy loads of electrical equipment. To prevent students from blowing circuits, students are required to be responsible in their use of appliances/electronics which includes proper and judicious use of multi-outlet strips and surge protectors. Extension cords are not permitted. All electrical equipment must be UL listed.

Acceptable Appliances, Furnishings and Items-
Appliances with closed coil elements (coffee pots, hot pots, and hot air poppers)
Bedding (standard twin sized sheets, pillows, etc.)
Computers
Dishes and utensils
Fans
Hair dryers
Irons for clothing (with self shut off preferred)
Lamps (excluding halogen lights)
Mini refrigerators (no larger than 4.2 cubic ft)
Microwaves (up to 700-800 watts)
Personal hygiene devices
Posters
Stereos and other audio equipment
TVs and other visual equipment

Prohibited Appliances, Furnishings and Items-
Due to fire concerns/regulations, the following items are not allowed in residence hall rooms/suites, hallways, bathrooms or other common areas:
Any item with an open flame or that burns (candles, stenson burners, incense, etc)
Appliances with exposed heating elements (toasters, toaster ovens, broilers, hot plates, etc.)
Appliances that are damaged (frayed cords, bent plugs, broken safety handles/legs, etc)
Electric skillets
Fog machines
Halogen lamps/lights
Incense
Liquid fuel
Personal mattresses
Personal upholstered furniture of any kind
Power tools
Space heaters
Water beds
Weapons (guns, knives, paintball machines, hunting devices, brass knuckles, etc)
Window air conditioning units

* Residents living in the University Suites and Yale Court may bring toasters, toaster ovens, and electric skillets because they have a full kitchen at their disposal. University Housing expects students to use these appliances in the kitchen area only and misuse or inappropriate storage of such items will result in the loss of the privilege of having such items.

Room Decorations
Personalizing the space in rooms is encouraged. However, University Housing requires that this be done in a manner that does not cause damage, does not violate State law, University policy, or is deemed to be defamatory and/or degrading to members of the University community. Room décor must also take into consideration all roommate’s tastes.

University Housing will only approve poster hanging products that guarantee no surface damage such as a product produced by 3-M called Command picture hanging strips. Flammable materials are not permitted in University residence halls, including for decorating personal space. Decorations may not be affixed to ceilings. Items cannot be attached to or block any fire safety equipment including smoke detectors, sprinkler heads, and exit signs. Decorations must not impede access to hallways, doorways, stairs, corridors, or other equipment, nor can they be hung from ceilings. Due to fire safety concerns, no more than 10% of a room’s wall space can be covered by combustible decorative materials including but not limited to: including paper, posters, streamers, polyester materials, lights, etc. No rugs, bed sheets/spreads or tapestries can be hung in any University Housing space. University Housing does allow small twinkle lights, artificial trees, wreaths, and other such decorations, provided that these are UL listed.

University Housing follows the Statement of Shared Values as a model of establishing and maintaining a civil housing community. Therefore, the exterior of room doors (the side that faces hall corridors) and room windows are considered public space. University Housing reserves the right to have removed items that could be construed as bigoted, demeaning, degrading, or victimizing in a discriminatory manner. Failure to comply with community standards or the request of a staff member to remove such materials may result in disciplinary action. Other questions about what is permitted should be referred to your Resident Assistant or Resident Director. [back]


BALCONIES/DECKS
Select suites within Keiser and Taylor residence halls possess balconies and there is a large deck area on the third floor of Taylor hall. These balconies/decks are subject to the same policies and regulations found in their respective residence halls. Balcony/deck use is a privilege that may be revoked if these policies are not adhered to, resulting in the permanent locking of balcony/deck entrances or student’s removal from the assigned room. All balconies are locked at the beginning of the year and will not be unlocked by University Housing until all residents of that suite have completed the Balcony Use Agreement Form with their RA or RD.

  1. Ground floor patios are not to be used as a primary entrance and exit from the suite area.
  2. No items may be displayed/hung from the balcony as this is not consistent with the aesthetic appeal of our community.
  3. Behaviors that are dangerous to self or others (e.g. jumping from balcony, repelling, hanging over the edge, climbing up to the balcony, etc.) are strictly prohibited.
  4. No items should be thrown to or from balconies and decks
  5. Grills may not be used on the balcony or deck.
  6. Smoking is prohibited on the balcony/deck (and all other campus properties).
  7. Furniture and other items may not be stored on the balcony or deck (including trash). [back]


BEDS
Height Adjustments
Adjusting bed heights is permitted in Chaffee Hall, Keiser Hall, Taylor Hall, University Suites (A, B and C) and Yale Court. All bed adjustments must be completed by University Housing custodial & maintenance staff. Any other adjusting of beds is strictly prohibited (such as construction of lofts, using cinderblocks to raise beds, etc.). All requests to have beds adjusted or re-adjusted must be made prior to the 10th day of occupancy; after 10 days of occupancy, there will be a charge of $25.00 for any adjustments. Requests received prior to the first week of August will be processed before students check-in for Fall Term. All other request will be processed as quickly as possible.

Mattresses
Mattresses in Chaffee (A & B Wings), Driscoll, Keiser, Morrison, Taylor, Towers, Yale Court and University Suites are all 74’long x 38’wide x 5’ deep and can sleep students 6’2 and shorter.

Mattresses in Chaffee D Wing are 76’long x 38’wide x 5’ deep and can sleep students 6’4 and shorter.

University Housing has a limited number of extended mattresses that measure 90’long x 38’wide x 5’ deep. Due to the limitations of the physical set up of Towers Halls, extended mattresses cannot be placed in the bed frames in Towers.
Students who are taller than 6’5 can request an extended mattress by emailing bsuhousing@boisestate.edu from their broncoweb email account with the following information: full name, hall and room number, side of the room assigned to and the student’s height. A University Housing representative will respond back with a confirmation of the status of the request.

*Please Note: Fitted sheets for 90 inch mattresses are not readily available at most department stores and will likely need to be purchased at a specialty or online store. [back]


BEHAVIORAL CONTRACTS
University Housing reserves the right to require resident students to sign and comply with behavioral contracts as a condition of their continued ability to live in residential facilities. These contracts may include clauses requiring the student to meet regularly with staff from the, Advising, University Health Services, Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities, Housing Office, etc. Behavioral contracts will be developed by the Resident Director and Assistant Director of Residence Life. Failure to follow-through with the contract once it has been signed may result in the student’s housing agreement being terminated, without a refund. [back]


BICYCLES
University Housing strongly suggests students use a strong krypton-type lock on their bikes. Limited individual bicycle lockers are available for rent (located at Towers Hall only). Information on bike locker availability can be directed to the Towers Hall front desk. We also suggest all bikes be registered with the Boise Police Department. The online form can be filled out at City of Boise's Bike Registration.

Storage
Bicycles may not be stored or parked in any public areas, passage ways, student rooms, balconies/decks/landings, nor ridden in the residence halls for reasons of safety. Bicycles should only be locked on exterior bike racks or placed in bicycle lockers. Lockers are available for $25 per semester (or $50 for the academic year). There are a limited number of spaces available, and lockers will be distributed by a lottery system during the first week of classes if necessary. Residents who lose or do not return locker keys will be charged $30.00 to replace the lock.

Removal
Bicycles that are parked in and/or chained to non-designated spaces will immediately be tagged and impounded for a minimum of 48 hours. After a maximum of 30 days any remaining impounded bicycles will be donated to any number of community charities as determined by University Housing. The same process applies for bicycles left in/on University Housing after the end of the spring semester. Students that are found to be repeat violators of storage policies for bicycles will be sent through the conduct process. [back]


BREAK HOUSING
The Residence Halls are officially closed during Semester Break and any other break when classes are not in session. Any student desiring to remain in the halls for all or any portion thereof will be required to fill out a break housing request and pay a flat rate if approved to stay. All such requests will be reviewed by University Housing and approval is subject to space availability, staffing capabilities and student’s financial and conduct standing with the university. Based on demand, availability and security concerns, students may be required to relocate to temporary housing in another residence hall for the duration of the break. Student’s Bronco cards will be deactivated from the date the residence halls close for each break through the date the halls reopen. During breaks when classes are not in session, limited or no food service hours may be initiated by University Dining Services. Notification of food service offerings will be made prior to the break application period. [back]


CABLE TELEVISION & INTERNET ACCESS
Each residence hall room or suite is provided with basic cable service. Problems with cable should be reported to the front desk. All University Housing facilities are outfitted with direct, high-speed access to the Internet. Residents must have an Ethernet card and current virus scan software and a BroncoWeb ID to gain access. Contact the hall front desk to request assistance or more information about specific computer needs.

Boise State University and University Housing are not responsible for any damages to electrical appliances or equipment due to power outages/surges. University Housing strongly recommends that students use UL listed power strip with a built-in circuit breaker to protect electrical equipment. [back]


CHECK-IN & CHECK-OUT PROCESS
Upon checking-in to a new room, residents will be given a room inventory, keys, mailbox key or combination as applicable. Residents will also be required to meet with their RA to sign a Roommate/Suitemate Contract, Balcony Use Agreement if applicable, etc.

Residents must complete the check-out process within 24 hours of their last final exam or by noon of the last day the halls are open (whichever comes first). Closing information will be provided via email, flyers and floor meetings. Any damage to the room/suite will be charged to student Bronco accounts. Students who fail to follow posted and written information about the checkout process will be assessed an administrative improper checkout charge of $150.00. This includes check-outs during the middle of the year due to room changes, petitioning out of the housing agreement, removal from the halls, etc.

Do not drive cars or trucks on grassy areas to load or unload belongings. Such action could cause damage to sprinkler systems or landscaping and will result in damage charges. University Housing provides carts for students to use during check-in and out. Students will need to provide their ID in order to gain access to the carts. [back]


CLASSROOM SPACE
Classrooms are located on the first floor of Keiser Hall. The classroom space is dedicated towards residential learning and formal class scheduling. Space can only be reserved by faculty members, Hall Councils, University Housing Association or University Housing Staff. Reservations are handled through the University Housing Office and the RD of Keiser Hall. [back]


CLEANLINESS
All resident rooms, common areas, bathrooms, kitchens must be kept in a clean state. If the area is deemed unhygienic, the residents will be given a timeframe to clean their space to University Housing standards. Custodial staff will clean “community” bathrooms located in Chaffee, Driscoll, and Morrison. However, residents are expected to maintain a reasonable standard of care in community bathrooms. Residents in all other residential facilities will not only be required to keep their spaces clean but will also need to provide their own cleaning supplies/tools. Misuse of these facilities may result in assessed charges and disciplinary action. [back]


COHABITATION
Cohabitation is strictly prohibited. It is acceptable to have a guest and host that person for a short time while they visit, although it is essential that roommates/suitemates discuss the presence of visitors and come to a reasonable agreement about guest visits.

  1. Cohabitation is defined as the continued presence of someone staying in a room/suite that is not assigned to them, using the room as if it were their own, or staying beyond a reasonable visiting time.
  2. Visitors must limit their stay in a resident room for no more than 2 consecutive nights, in a one week period, regardless if the roommate/suitemates are agreeable to the arrangement.
  3. Disciplinary action will be taken against any resident whose guest(s) interferes with their roommate’s right of entry into their room or their ability to study and/or sleep within their room. [back]


COMPUTER LABS
Twenty-four hour computer lab access is available in Towers Hall for Towers Hall residents; access is gained by using a student ID card. Keiser residents have 24 hour computer access to the computer lab in Keiser Hall. Student ID cards will grant access to the computer lab located on the second floor in Keiser Hall. Chaffee, Driscoll, Morrison and Taylor residents may come to the Keiser Front Desk and sign out a temporary access card during open desk hours to gain access to the Keiser Computer Lab. A variety of computer technologies are available for checkout for residence hall students. Laptop computers, a digital camera, and a digital video recorder are available for checkout with a student ID card between 8am – 5pm through the Keiser Computer Lab. Students are responsible for following the policies regarding check-out of equipment. This includes any damages, loss or theft, or if the item is not returned by the stipulated date. [back]


CONFISCATION
University Housing may confiscate and remove any items found that are in violation of University Housing or Boise State University policy or deemed unsafe by designated University Officials. Boise Police Department (BPD) may confiscate items that are deemed illegal. Certain items are prohibited in the residential areas of the university because of health, fire, or safety reasons; city, state, or federal law; or university policy. When these identified items are encountered or discovered by university officials, they are subject to confiscation. University personnel, including Security officers, residence life staff members (including RDs/RAs/CAs/SRAs), have the authority to confiscate items. In instances when University Housing has confiscated an item, a notice will be left in the room in question and the residents of that room should expect to receive further notification from their Resident Director about conduct follow-up. Students that receive these notices are encouraged to seek out their RD to receive further information about their individual situation.
Items prohibited by college policy for health, fire, or safety reasons may be returned to the owner at the end of the term (or earlier by arrangement with the Resident Director for their respective area) provided that the item be removed from campus immediately and not returned to the premises. Illegal items (such as controlled substances, drug paraphernalia, and weapons) are not items that can be released and will not be returned.

Prohibited use or possession of alcohol will result in its confiscation and disposal. Typically, the resident in possession of the alcohol will be asked to dispose of it. Being that BSU is a dry campus, alcohol containers, whether empty or full, are prohibited and will be confiscated and disposed of.

Any confiscated item not claimed by the owner by the end of the academic year in which the item was seized will be disposed of without notification. For example items confiscated during between August – May will be disposed of when the buildings close in May if unclaimed. Additionally items confiscated during the summer term will be confiscated at the end of the summer term. When possible and appropriate, items will be donated to a local charity. [back]


CONSOLIDATION
In order to be fair and equitable, it is important to assess the proper fees or room assignment based on the payments a student is making. Therefore, University Housing has developed a consolidation process to reassign students based on occupancy after the second week of the semester.

By the second week of the semester, University Housing will assess the occupancy of each building, making note of rooms where residents are living alone in a double room. If the room/suite is 50% or more vacant, University Housing may contact the resident(s) and inform them of the following options:

  1. The resident may be asked to find another roommate to move into the room by the deadline prescribed by the RD;
  2. The resident may be moved into another room where a space is available.
  3. The resident may be given the opportunity to “buy out” the room at a large single room rate for the rest of the semester based on availability, capacity and the discretion of University Housing staff ;
    Students will be given 72 hours to complete a room change if warranted. Failure to comply with consolidation procedures will result in fines and/or assessment of charges for occupying a single room. Due to demand and space, some halls do not allow for the option to “buy out” a double room as a “single.”

* Residents who do not presently have a roommate may get a roommate at any time and you should not take possession of the other part of the room. [back]


COOKING
Public cooking facilities are available in Driscoll, Keiser, Morrison, Taylor and Towers Halls. These areas must be cleaned and maintained by the residents of the community. Residents will face cleaning charges or a closing of the facilities if any unsanitary conditions exist or if the facility is abused. Furthermore, if there is any damage to the facilities or an inadvertent fire alarm during the course of cooking, the resident will be held responsible for any costs incurred for cleaning, damage, or false alarms. [back]


COOPERATION WITH UNIVERSITY OFFICIALS
All University Housing staff members are Boise State University officials. Residents are required to comply with lawful orders and reasonable requests from any University official. Verbal, physical, or emotional abuse directed at any staff member will not be tolerated and will subject the offending student(s) to University conduct proceedings. [back]


DAMAGE TO PROPERTY AND VANDALISM
University Housing needs residents help in keeping the facilities in top shape by helping the University Housing staff hold accountable those residents and/or guests who choose to damage or remove community property. Students that know of any damage or theft, should contact a University Housing staff member immediately.

  1. Damages that are not considered normal wear and tear, such as peeled paint from posters, broken or missing furniture, stained carpet, broken windows, etc., will be billed to the student. It is important that residents thoroughly review their room inventories for damages at move in so they are not charged inappropriately at check out. RAs will review the Room Inventory Form with you at check-in.
  2. Vandalism, damage, or destruction of University property or property belonging to other students will not be tolerated. Students found responsible for vandalism, damage/destruction to property will face disciplinary action, which may include but is not limited to removal from housing, fines, restitution, and criminal action.
  3. Residents are not only responsible for the condition of property in their private rooms and suites, but also for the public areas in the halls to which they have access. Damages to public areas of the community will be charged to an individual whenever possible, but there may be times when theft or damage to a public area may be billed to all residents in a community area, floor, hall or complex in which the theft or damage occurred. [back]


DISRUPTION AND ENDANGERMENT OF THE COMMUNITY
In facilities such as University Housing, where a large number of students are living in a condensed amount of space, some disruptions can have a profound effect on the living environment of others. All students have the right to have reasonable expectations that the hall environment which they live in will be conducive to studying, sleeping and basic daily living activities. Any student or guest that behaves in a way that is disruptive to the community or endangers the safety of themselves or others will be subject to disciplinary measures including but not limited to: relocation to a different community, behavioral contracts, termination of the housing agreement, etc. [back]


DOOR SAFETY
All residents are expected to aid in maintaining the safety and security of all housing communities by not propping doors, keeping room/suite doors and windows locked at all times and not allowing other individuals into Housing facilities, even if they look familiar. All residents are provided an ID card which grants them access to the building to which they are assigned. Residents who lose their ID are responsible for having it replaced at Campus ID in the Student Union Building.
Propping, unlocking, barring, or leaving open an exterior door is prohibited and jeopardizes the safety of the members of the community. Tampering, damaging, inhibiting the use of or improper use of building security equipment which includes: doors, door locking hardware, door exit hardware, electronic door monitoring equipment, proxy readers, swipe readers and cameras is a violation of University Housing regulations. Sanctions for violating this policy may include removal from University Housing, suspension from the University, fines and/or criminal prosecution. [back]


DRUGS
Boise State University takes the issue of drug use, possession and dealing very seriously. Anyone found in possession of , using (including drug paraphernalia) or dealing drugs will face serious disciplinary and/or criminal charges that may include removal from Housing, referral to the Student Conduct system and potentially removal from the University. In the case of marijuana, the odor of marijuana is sufficient evidence for a referral to the student conduct system and possible removal from University Housing.

Prescription medications may also be qualified as a violation of policy if they are being used by a person and/or in a manner inconsistent with who/what it was prescribed for. These violation will also be considered cause to send students through the conduct process. [back]


EARLY TERMINATION OF THE HOUSING AGREEMENT
The University Housing Agreement is a binding agreement for the full academic year. However, in the event of unforeseen, extenuating circumstances that are out of a student’s control that impact their status, students may meet with their Resident Director to discuss the process to petition for a release from the agreement. Examples of extenuating and unforeseen circumstances include complete withdrawal from Boise State, significant changes in a student’s financial status, military deployment, graduation, or medical withdrawal from the university. Petitions are granted on a very limited basis and include a contract buy out fee and deposit forfeiture. Students who know in the summer or fall that their circumstances require a one-semester contract, MUST request an exception at the time of application. These are most often only granted in the occasions of travel abroad experiences, off-site internships, etc. [back]


ELEVATORS
Keiser, Taylor, Towers, and University Suites are equipped with elevators for residents’ convenience. Please be respectful of this equipment and the safety of others; do not jump up and down, shake, tamper, disable, or overload elevator cars; jumping or misusing the controls may cause malfunctions. Elevators are serviced regularly, but should an elevator get stuck between floors, remain calm and use the call button inside. A staff member will respond to assist with the appropriate evacuation. Do not try to evacuate an elevator on your own or try to pry open the door. Damages should be reported to the front desk immediately. In the case of a fire, do not use the elevator and evacuate the building using stairwells. [back]


EMERGENCIES
Residents who witness emergency situations are encouraged to contact Public Safety who can dispatch both Campus Security and Boise Police Officers. University Housing will inform residents of situations that require broad notification by sending staff members to doors, placing messages on students’ Card, or posting general hall announcements on bulletin boards. In any of these instances it is imperative that residents follow any instructions given. Students are also highly encouraged to Opt In, which is a phone and text-based system allowing the university to notify students, faculty and staff when an emergency is taking place on or near campus. The system is only be used in critical situations, including weather emergencies, with potential to affect health or safety. [back]

FIRE ALARMS & FIRE SAFETY EQUIPMENT

  1. All residents MUST leave the facility when a fire alarm bell sounds. Students who fail to evacuate a building, or take an unreasonable length of time to exit the building will be subject to University disciplinary action.
  2. Tampering, damaging, or inhibiting the use of fire safety equipment which includes: smoke/heat detectors, alarms, sprinklers, fire doors, pull stations and fire-extinguishers is a violation of state law as well as University regulations. Sanctions for violating any policy concerning fire alarms may include removal from University Housing, suspension from the University, fines, and/or criminal prosecution.
  3. Students may not block access to any fire and safety equipment with personal belongings or furniture.
    Students involved in any of these activities will be subject to University disciplinary action as well as possible criminal charges and fines. [back]


FIRE EVACUATION
In accordance with federal law, during the course of the academic year, a planned fire alarm will occur twice per semester in each building. Residents will not be notified as to when these will occur. These planned alarms are intended to familiarize all residents with the exits, sounds, lights, and procedures for evacuating a building. Additionally they provide staff an opportunity to practice their response and allow for review of procedures currently in place. All students and guests are required by law and University policy to leave the facility and meet at the designated gathering location for the building in alarm when an alarm sounds. Additionally, all students are required to comply with requests made by Emergency Personnel and Housing staff. Those who fail to evacuate a building, or take an unreasonable length of time to exit the building will be subject to University disciplinary action. Regardless of cause, all alarms should be treated as if real. If an alarm sounds, students should consider the following:

  1. Put on a coat and hard-soled shoes quickly.
  2. Take a towel to prevent smoke inhalation.
  3. Close windows.
  4. Check the doorknob and door before exiting. If either is hot, do not open the door, but exit through a window instead (only if it can be done safely) or summon help.
  5. If the knob is cool, exit cautiously, and close and lock the door.
  6. Take keys and Broncocard.
  7. Walk quickly to the closest exit in the area and stay 100 feet away from the building.
  8. Never use elevators during a fire or fire alarm.
  9. Do NOT re-enter the building until told it is safe by a hall staff member (even if the alarm has been silenced).
    University Housing staff will assist in the basic evacuation of the facility and will help to coordinate re-entry into the building when appropriate authorities provide clearance. However, staff will not be responsible for evacuating students who are ignoring the alarm and/or other emergency procedures. It is essential that residents take responsibility for their own evacuation.

If assistance to evacuate is required, please contact the Resident Director of the building at the beginning of the year.

*Fire safety plans will be reviewed by Residence Life Staff members and copies of plans will be posted in buildings. [back]


FIREWORKS/EXPLOSIVES/FLAMMABLE MATERIALS
Fireworks of any type are prohibited and may not be kept in rooms/suites. Explosives of any kind, or equipment/materials to make explosives, are not allowed. This includes, but is not limited to: firecrackers, gun powder, pipe bombs, bullets, Molotov cocktails, gasoline, kerosene, lighter fluid or any potentially explosive materials. Possession of fireworks or explosives of any type implies the intent to use them. Hazardous chemicals or flammable liquids are also prohibited, including propane tanks for grills and camping equipment. [back]


FRONT DESK SERVICES
Chaffee, Driscoll, Keiser, Towers and University Suites, have a front desk where mail and packages are delivered, work order requests can be completed, computer tech appointments can be scheduled, meetings with RDs can be set-up and questions can be answered. In addition, vacuums, games, athletic equipment, trash bags, and a variety of other supplies are available for residents use. Taylor Hall shares front desk services with Keiser Hall. Morrison Hall shares it’s front desk services with Driscoll Hall. [back]


GAME ROOMS & LOUNGES
All halls offer a main lounge or community space that vary in amenities such as TVs (some are equipped with DVD/VCR), pool, foosball, air hockey or table tennis. Hours are posted in each community room and equipment is available for resident check-out at the front desk. [back]


GARBAGE DISPOSAL
Students must dispose of garbage in the appropriate bins and locations. Failure to do so may result in disciplinary action. Garbage is not to be left on landings, in stairwells, lounges, elevator lobbies, by the doors, on the ground by dumpsters, or in the trash chute rooms. Household trash is not to be emptied into smaller trashcans that are placed around the buildings. A fee for removal will occur ($25.00 minimum) if students are found disposing of their trash inappropriately. Increasing fines will occur for subsequent offenses. [back]


GETTING A NEW ROOMMATE
Due to graduation or other changing situations of students, space may become available in the University Housing system in December. Students with a roommate that is not returning for the spring semester will be required to make the room presentable for a new roommate(s). This must be done prior to departure in December for Winter Break.
Students may not take possession of the other half of the room. Clean the room and be sure that the other bed, dresser, closet, and so forth is ready for a new student to move in. Failure to comply with this policy may result in a fine and/or cleaning fee to be assessed to properly prepare the room for a new roommate. [back]


GUESTS AND ESCORTING OF GUESTS
Each member of the University Housing community is responsible for the conduct of their guests that are not a part of that community. A guest is defined as: any visitor that is not officially assigned to the room in which they are visiting, including those residential students that live in other buildings or even the same building.

Guest Registration
In the interest of safety and security of visitors to the Housing community, residents who wish to host a guest must register their guest at the residence hall desk (photo ID is required). Guest registration applies at all times and is not limited to overnight guests. Non-residential guests must carry a copy of their registration form with them at all times during their visit and present it upon the request of any University Official. During those times when the residence hall desk is closed, residents can complete a registration form for their guest and place the desk copy in the “after hours” registration box. The desk staff will confirm registration of the guest with the host/hostess when the desk reopens.
Responsibility of Guests & Hosts

  1. Guests must be escorted at all times by their host. They must be escorted in and out of the building and remain with the resident during their time in the building. Guests without an escort will be asked to leave the building. NEVER agree to escort someone you don’t know personally.
  2. Residents are responsible for educating their guests on policies and procedures of the building they are visiting. Residents are responsible for all actions of their guests, whether or not they are aware of the conduct, and will be held accountable for violation of policies committed by guests as if they, the resident, also committed the violation.
  3. Guests may be required to leave the residence halls and campus by a University Official at any time.
  4. Guests must adhere to all University Housing and University policies. If a guest is involved in a University or Residence Hall policy violation, the host must take immediate action to stop the behavior and report it
  5. Residents are encouraged to limit their guests to persons who are at least 16 years of age, even if the guest is an immediate family member (e.g., younger sibling), in order to maintain the safety, security, and expectations of the residential community.
  6. Guests cannot stay in a resident room for more than 2 consecutive nights, in a one week period, regardless if the roommate/suitemates are agreeable to the arrangement.
  7. Disciplinary action may be taken against any resident whose guest(s) interferes with their roommate’s right of entry into their room or their ability to study and/or sleep within their room. [back]


HARASSMENT, DISCRIMINATION & BULLYING
University Housing believes that people are individually and collectively responsible for their own behavior and accountable for their own actions in their physical communities and virtual communities (e.g. Myspace, Facebook, Twitter, etc.). Bigotry and intolerance do not have a place within our communities, nor does the denigration of another person. Verbal or written abuse, threats, intimidation, violence, or other forms of harassing behavior will not be tolerated against any resident, staff member, student, or guest in our facilities. Humor, ignorance, anger, alcohol, drugs, or substance abuse will not be accepted as an excuse, reason, or rationale for this behavior.

It is essential that students are able to live free from coercive, abusive or bullying behaviors that create undue stress and interfere with another person’s ability to sleep, study, and succeed in their goals. At no time is it acceptable for roommates, suitemates, or community members to act in a way that creates a hostile environment for someone else. Bullying behaviors can include but are not limited to repeated hurtful comments, moving another’s belonging in their room/suite or community space, or leaving negative notes for others – all made with the intention of creating a hostile environment to solicit a harmful reaction or result.
Students who feel they have been harassed, discriminated against or bullied by another student, staff member, or have received annoying or inappropriate phone or verbal abuse, should contact their Resident Director or the Affirmative Action office immediately. [back]


HEALTH & SAFETY INSPECTIONS
Housing staff will enter all rooms/suites each semester for health/fire safety and facility checks. University Housing staff will give 48 hours notice of room entry for this purpose. University Housing encourages residents to be home when staff checks the rooms, but it is not necessary. Staff will look at fire safety equipment (smoke detectors, sprinkler heads, fire extinguishers), screens, window & door locks, overall cleanliness, ensure personal effects are not placed against heaters & air conditioning units, check that electrical outlets are not overloaded, etc. Residents will receive a notification directly after the inspection to inform them of the observed status of their room/suite. If any aspect of the room/suite is deemed unacceptable or in violation of University or Housing policies/standards or of state/federal law, a notice will be left identifying the specific violation for the resident(s) to address. Residents of the room in question will then have a follow-up meeting with their RA or RD depending on the severity of the violation. [back]


IDENTIFICATION
Failure to identify oneself or providing false information to a University staff member in the course of their duties is prohibited and will result in disciplinary action. Students are expected to cooperate with University officials and staff in a respectful manner when identification is requested. [back]


INSURANCE
Boise State University is not responsible for theft, fire, or water damage. University Housing recommends that residents verify coverage under a parent/guardian’s homeowner’s or renter’s insurance. Other outside agencies also sell insurance to students living in residential facilities in the event something unforeseen happens. [back]


LAUNDRY FACILITIES
Each residential facility provides washers and dryers for use by the residents of that facility only. University Housing no longer provides coin operated machines, but rather card operated, energy efficient machines. Residents will need to place money on their BroncoCard to enable them to use the laundry machines. Additional information and FAQs about our laundry systems can be found on our Laundry Facilities FAQ page. [back]


LOUNGE OR COMMUNITY FURNITURE
The lounges/lobbies/community areas are meant for the general use and enjoyment of all the residents of that community. This furniture must remain in the lounge or community area. If this furniture is found in a student’s room or suite, it may result in University and/or criminal charges. [back]


MAIL
Each resident is assigned an individually numbered mailbox with a private combination or key (students will be charged $30 to replace any lost mailbox key). Residents will be informed of their mailbox number during the room assignment process and will be given their combination or assigned their key during the check-in process. Mail and packages are received and can be retrieved at the front desk that services each building. Outgoing mail is accepted at Chaffee, Driscoll, Keiser, Towers, and University Suites C. Morrison and Driscoll resident mail and packages are delivered to Driscoll Hall. Taylor residents will utilize the front desk at Keiser Hall for mail, package and other services. [back]


MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS
For non-emergency repairs or maintenance needs, residents should visit their front desk to complete a work order. The following information must be provided: location, nature of problem, and contact information. If there is an emergency maintenance need during regular front desk hours, (burst pipe, overflowing toilet, broken window or door, etc.), please contact the front desk immediately. If an emergency occurs after the front desk is closed, please contact a Housing staff member by calling the on-call phone number posted at the front desk. Computer repairs are not qualified as emergencies; submit a work request at the front desk during desk hours to schedule an appointment with a technician. [back]


MEDICAL EMERGENCIES
Residents provide emergency contact information in their housing application. There is also a section on the application that can be used to inform University Housing staff of any health conditions that might require medical assistance. If there is a medical emergency where an ambulance or other emergency personnel is needed, call 911 and a University Housing staff member if possible. [back]


MISSING PERSON PROTOCOL
This policy, with its accompanying procedures, establishes a framework for cooperation among members of the University community aimed at locating and assisting currently enrolled students who are reported missing. A student shall be deemed missing when he or she is noted to be absent from the University and/or has been reported missing by another individual without any known reason. All reports of missing students shall be directed to University Security which shall investigate each report and immediately notify the Boise Police Department. All students shall have the opportunity to identify an individual to be contacted by the University in case a student is determined to be missing. If a missing student is under 18 years of age, University Security is required to notify the parent or guardian of the missing student not later than 24 hours after the determination by University Security that the student is missing. The Vice President for Student Affairs shall have the responsibility to make the provisions of this policy and the procedures set forth below available to students.

Procedure
Notification:
Anyone who suspects a student may be missing should notify University Security, the Executive Director of University Residences or the office of the Vice President of Student Affairs immediately. Any report of a missing student should be directed to Public Safety. When a student is reported missing Public Safety shall: Initiate an investigation to determine the validity of the missing person report. Notify Boise State Police within 24 hours after determining that the student is missing. Notify the Vice President for Student Affairs. Make a determination as to the status of the missing student. Notify the individual identified by the missing student as the emergency contact within 24 hours of making the determination that the student is missing. If the missing student is under the age of 18, notify the student’s custodial parent or guardian as contained in the records of the University within 24 hours of the determination that the student is missing. The Vice President for Student Affairs shall initiate whatever action he or she deems appropriate under the circumstances in the best interest of the missing student. The Office of Student Affairs may also contact the student’s instructors if necessary or beneficial in the situation to the student and/or instructors.

Student Contact Information:
Students are given the opportunity to confidentially designate emergency contact information at registration. This information is part of the University registration and is protected under FERPA. This information is accessible by University Security and University Residences. Students are given the opportunity to confidentially designate emergency contact information at the time of housing registration. This information is accessible by University Residences and University Security. Students are given the opportunity to designate a person to notify in a missing person investigation. This information will not be disclosed outside of a missing person investigation.

Student Notification of This Policy:
Included on the University Housing website. Discussed at beginning semester Housing meetings. Included in the annual Campus Security Report. Sent to students by University e-mail. Included on the Public Safety website. Included on the Vice President of Student Affairs website. [back]


QUIET HOURS & COURTESY HOURS
University Housing seeks to provide an environment free from unreasonable levels of noise in which residents can pursue their educational goals, sleep, and study. It is essential that students monitor their own noise levels and consider the larger community when engaging in activities that create loud noise. Courtesy hours are in effect when quiet hours are not. During courtesy hours, residents are expected to maintain a level of quiet conducive to community living and respond courteously to other residents’ and staff requests for quiet. Even during courtesy hours noise should not be heard more than two (2) doors away.

Quiet Hours
Sunday–Thursday: 10:00pm-9:00am & Friday and Saturday: 12:00am-9:00am

  1. Noise should be reduced to minimum and not heard outside the room or above or below resident rooms.
  2. Amplified music, noise out of a window or speakers directed outside of a room is not allowed unless part of an official University Housing sponsored event. Contact the Resident Director for permission to use amplified music at a level beyond that which is proper for an individual room.
  3. Residents may play musical instruments during courtesy hours as long as it is not distracting. Practice rooms are located in the Morrison Center for Performing Arts for extended needs.
  4. Residents should be cooperative and respectful when any community member asks another member to lower their music, TV, voices, etc.

Finals Week Monday-Sunday 24 hour quiet hours
During finals week, all of the halls will have expanded quiet hours to create an enhanced study atmosphere. Students should maintain an extraordinary level of quiet at all times during this time period and plan on taking any “loud activities” out of the residence halls. Noise disruptions during this time will be dealt with quickly and seriously. Students who do not comply may be required to leave the residence hall. [back]


OUTDOOR BBQ’S
Most facilities are equipped with outdoor BBQ’s. Use is on a first-come first-served basis with priority given to residents of that area. Reservations can be made through the University Housing Assistant Director of Facilities & Operations and appropriate forms. Only charcoal briquettes and Dura flame logs can be used. No liquid lighter fluids of any sort may be used. Following use, the BBQ and the surround area must be cleaned appropriately or residents will risk losing privileges for its use. [back]


PARKING
Each residence hall has its own designated parking areas for which residents may purchase a pass. Chaffee, Driscoll, Keiser, Morrison and Taylor residents may request parking in the RH lots. Towers Hall residents may request parking for the Towers lot. University Suites A, B, C residents may request parking on the top level of the Brady Garage. Please note that all residents assigned to RH 1 and 2 lots are required to move their vehicles during all home football games according to provisions established by Parking and Transportation Services.

All parking passes are purchased through the Department of Parking and Transportation Services: 426-PARK. Questions or concerns regarding parking services should be routed through this office. [back]


PERSONAL SAFETY DEVICES
The only approved personal safety devices recognized by University Housing and University Security are pepper spray and mace. Students who own and/or carry personal safety such devices should know how to use them properly and it should stay in their possession only. These devices should only be used when needed for protection and according to manufacturer’s instructions. Inappropriate discharge or failure to use the device according to manufacturer’s instructions will result in a referral to the student conduct system. [back]


PETS
No pets are allowed in University Housing, either on a permanent or visitation basis, except for fish; fish aquariums are allowed up to a 5 gallon tank. Assistance animals documented through the Disability Resource Center (426-1583) are permitted. Animal control will be called to confiscate any unsanctioned pet if it is not removed within twelve hours (or as directed by a University Official or Staff member) and the responsible resident will be sent through the conduct process. [back]


POSTING/ADVERTISING POLICY
Posters, signs, banners and other promotional materials serve an important purpose in our community. They can effectively communicate upcoming events/activities and disseminate information and opinions on important issues. That said, it is important that all such materials maintain an aesthetic environment consistent with our mission, avoid fire/safety hazards and excessive custodial and maintenance costs. Excessive posting/promoting is discouraged as it does not support University and/or Housing sustainability goals. Any member of the community who finds a poster/material offensive or disrespectful is encouraged to contact the organization or individual sponsoring the materials to address their concerns.

Promotional Material Guidelines
Items such as posters, signs, flyers, banners, door hangers, chalking, window painting, etc., are referred to as Promotional Materials. University Housing has established the following specific guidelines for the use of Promotional Materials. Materials approved for posting on the interior of University Housing buildings may only be posted by University Housing employees or a designee.

Content


Posting Approval

Notable Considerations

Posting Locations
Interior of Facilities

Exterior of Facilities


RECYCLING
University Housing is proudly taking measures to reduce our carbon footprint. This includes using a compactor to minimize our garbage and coordination of recycling bins in all of our residential facilities. We are a single stream recycling community, meaning that any approved recyclable items can be placed in any given recycling canister. Boise State University can only collect those items that the city of Boise recycles. No need to separate items as long as they meet the requirements. Items that should be placed in recycle bins are:

Paper & Cardboard: boxes, cereal boxes, construction paper, envelopes, computer/fax paper, magazines, catalogs, phone books, newspapers, paper bags and junk mail.

Plastics (rigid plastics #1- #7)- plastic bottles, dairy containers, yogurt cups, frozen food trays, etc.

Cans: aluminum, steel, tin and empty aerosol cans.

Items that cannot be recycled are: glass, styrofoam, hazardous waste containers, food contaminated paper (pizza boxes, plates, coffee cups), wax coated cardboard, plastic bags, plastic bottle caps, milk/juice cartons, tissues, napkins or paper towels.

Additionally, at the end of each semester, University Housing coordinates with the Idaho Youth Ranch and the Idaho Foodbank to provide bins for large scale recycling and donation of items students no longer want or cannot transport back home. Students are strongly encouraged to consider these options rather than throwing usable food or daily living items in the trash. [back]


REMOVAL FROM HOUSING
University Housing reserves the right to terminate a student’s housing agreement due to behavior that is not congruent with the Boise State University Student Code of Conduct or the University’s Statement of Shared Values. Students who jeopardize the overall safety and security of the residential facilities or cause significant disruptions to the community may result in having their housing agreement terminated. University Housing reserves the right to remove any student whose conduct is severely disruptive or harmful to other residential students, staff, or the BSU community, regardless of the number or type of prior policy violations. In these instances students will remain financially responsible for the remainder of their housing contract. [back]


RESTRICTED AREAS
For safety reasons, residents may not enter or climb on areas such as roofs, dumpsters, construction areas, access tunnels, and other areas that are locked OR do not allow for general use. This includes trying to gain access to a balcony by climbing in restricted use areas and roof tops adjacent to resident rooms. If students are found on any roof it will result in disciplinary action. [back]


ROOM CHANGE REQUESTS
Students may request a room change within the current hall or between residence halls as long as eligibility requirements are met, their student account is current and space is available. Eligible residents from traditional residence halls (Chaffee, Driscoll, Keiser, Morrison, Taylor, Towers) may transfer into University Suites A, B, C or Yale Court but they will be required to keep their meal plan. If any University Suites or Yale Court residents are eligible to transfer into a traditional residence hall they will be required to purchase a full meal plan. Students are not allowed to transfer to apartments unless authorized by the Associate Director of University Housing.

Room changes will NOT be considered during the first two weeks OR the last two weeks of each academic semester in order to create hall rosters and complete administrative procedures. However, after this time University Housing will attempt to accommodate requests when space permits. University Housing also has found that many roommate differences can be resolved between roommates in the first two weeks, eliminating the need for a room change.

Students wanting to request a room change should set up a meeting with their Resident Director (which can be done at the front desk). Permission from the Resident Director is needed before a move can take place. Once a room change request is approved, residents have 72 hours to complete the move, including inventorying the new room, checking-out of the old room, exchanging keys, and signing off on any necessary forms. Failure to move within the prescribed deadline or to follow other guidelines as set in the process will result in a fine of $150.00 for improper check-out (in addition to any charges assessed for cleaning or damages in the old room) and/or having the approved request revoked. Room changes made prior to written approval by the RD will be considered an improper room change and will be subject to the improper checkout fee in addition to disciplinary action.

The first approved room change is free of charge to the student. Subsequent requests that are approved will be assessed a $25.00 processing fee. [back]


ROOM ENTRY
University Housing respects students’ right to privacy. However, there are times during which University Housing staff may enter a student’s room or suite without notification. These include: (1) When an immediate threat exists to the health, safety or property of student or of the other occupants of the assigned room; (2) When University or private property is at risk of damage or destruction; (3) To secure space during breaks and conduct routine safety inspections; (4) To make necessary or desirable repairs and perform routine or other maintenance; (5) For other purposes as deemed necessary or desirable by University. University Housing staff will knock and announce their presence prior to entering a student’s room. However, it is within the rights of Housing Staff to enter as deemed necessary. [back]


ROOMMATE CONFLICTS & CONTRACTS
University Housing recognizes that conflicts arise within any group living situation. University Housing encourages residents to try and work out these differences for themselves. In an effort to alleviate simple roommate misunderstandings, Resident Assistants (RAs) will complete a roommate/suitemate contract with all students after moving in. University Housing encourages all residents to be honest and specific in working with their roommates/suitemates and the Roommate Contract as it will help to set the standard of the living environment for those residents. If assistance is needed, University Housing staff members have experience and training in mediation and conflict resolution and are always willing to lend their assistance. If no solution can be found to a conflict, the Resident Director and University Housing have the option of moving one or more of the people involved in the conflict, in order to best serve the needs of the residents and the community as space permits. [back]


SMOKING
Due to health concerns and building maintenance, smoking is prohibited on all Boise State University Property, including in and around all University Housing facilities. BSU is a smoke free campus (including buildings, grassy quads, parking lots, sidewalks, etc. More information on this policy can be found at the Health Services Smoke-Free website. Students who are found smoking on campus will be in violation of University policy and may be charged additional cleaning/damage fees as well as may be put through the conduct process. This policy includes but is not limited to cigarettes, pipes, cigars, hookahs, etc. [back]



SNOW REMOVAL
During the winter, University Housing staff will remove the snow and ice from the sidewalks, landings, and most frequently traveled walkways surrounding housing facilities. University Housing will ordinarily clear the snow between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 5:00p.m. During periods of prolonged snowfall, snow may be removed after 5:00pm p.m. and before 7:00 a.m. [back]


SOLICITATION & COMMERCIAL ENTERPRISES
Students are not permitted to operate or promote a business from their residence hall room, common spaces, or other use University Housing spaces, including their own privately-owned businesses. Students may not use Housing facilities to host parties for the purpose of promoting private businesses or engaging in sales of products.
The University does not allow door-to-door solicitation of funds, products, services, or donations for charity in University Housing facilities. Additionally, all campus (non-University Housing Association), local, state, national, and international campaigning, canvassing or solicitation of voting is considered solicitation and will be handled accordingly. This also includes companies/businesses attempting to give away free items/samples. Entry into University Housing facilities in these situations will be considered trespassing and will result in removal by Boise Police as a minimum but may include exclusion from campus and/or arrest.

Any solicitors should be reported to a University Housing staff member or the Boise City Police Substation (426-1453) immediately. Students or student organizations wishing to raise donations for charity through social/community programs or other means may obtain permission from their Resident Director. [back]



SPORTS IN THE HALLS
Residents may not engage in any sports in the hallways, stairwells, lounges, rooms or any other public areas. This includes bouncing balls, throwing a Frisbee, nerf guns, water guns, water balloons, footballs, etc. In addition, residents may not ride bikes, wheeled vehicles (unless for medical purposes) or any types of skates or skateboards within housing facilities. Do not ride on or use skates, skateboards, or bicycles on public benches, tables, stair railings and concrete walls. [back]


STORAGE
Due to limited space and liability issues, University Housing is unable to accommodate storage of residents’ personal items or room furnishings. Residents may wish to explore professional off-campus storage services to accommodate any additional storage needs. Room furnishings are not permitted to be removed from student rooms. [back]



TELEPHONES
University Housing no longer offers telephone service in individual student rooms. There are access phones near the entrance of most residence halls that can be used to dial front desks. [back]



VEHICLE MAINTANENCE
Boise State University is situated in close proximity to the Boise River and discharges storm water directly into the river. Due to the proximity and environmental laws, vehicle maintenance needs to be done responsibly and without adding pollutants to the storm drain system or to landfills. Washing vehicles should be done without the use of any soap, preferably at a low-water usage location such as a car wash. Oil changes may be done on campus but students must properly dispose of the oil and clean up afterwards. Used oil may be dropped off at any Boise AutoZone location, up to 12 quarts in containers that are not leaking and have lids (milk jugs or similar). Select Schucks around Boise accept up to 5 gallons and require the individual to keep the container the oil is brought in. Other acceptable disposal methods include either the Ada County Hidden Hollow Landfill (577-4736) or Household Hazardous Material mobile collection sites (384-3901). [back]


VENDING MACHINES
Vending machines are available in most communities. Problems with vending machines should be reported to the front desk. University Housing does not provide refunds; however, refund slips are available at front desks and will be processed by the vendor. [back]


VOLLEYBALL COURT
The sand volleyball court located at Towers Hall is for student use with priority given to residents of University Housing. A net for the court is available for resident check-out through the Towers front desk. Hours are generally: Sunday through Thursday 10am–10pm & Friday and Saturday 12pm-12am. These times may be adjusted during finals week or during other times that the Resident Director for the facility deems as disruptive to the larger community. [back]


WEAPONS & FIREARMS
Rifles, handguns, weapons, ammunition, or any device or object used as a weapon are forbidden in University Housing as they present a danger to the larger community. This also includes, but is not limited to: pellet or BB guns, air soft guns, paintball guns, sling shots, arrows, axes, machetes, nunchucks, throwing stars, knives, brass knuckles, blow guns, daggers, cross bows, ornamental weaponry, hunting devices, stun guns, tasers, or any other device that could be used as a weapon. Weapons will be confiscated by the Boise City Police or a University Housing staff member and will be addressed through the conduct process.

*Please note that the University also prohibits weapons from being stored in vehicles parked on University property. [back]


WINDOWS
At no time should any article be thrown or dropped out of residence hall windows. Given the nature of the facilities, this could result in serious injury. In addition, students should not throw things into windows from the ground as this could damage the facility and also lead to injury. Residents are not allowed to place themselves in an open window, hang out of a window or enter/exit the building via windows due to safety concerns. Removal of window screens from the windows is prohibited and may result in disciplinary action. Using windows to post materials is also strictly prohibited. For more information regarding these guidelines, please refer to the Appliance/Room Furnishings/Decorating and Posting Policy sections of this website. [back]

Quiet Hours & Courtesty Hours
Outdoor BBQs
Parking
Personal Safety Devices
Pets
Posting/Advertising Policy
Recycling
Removal from Housing
Restricted Areas
Room Change Requests
Room Entry
Room Conflicts & Contracts
Smoking
Solicitation & Commericial      Enterprises
Sports in the Halls
Storage
Telephones
Vehicle Maintenance
Vending Machines
Volleyball Court
Weapons & Firearms
Windows

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