Guide to Student Life - Campus Life - Adelphi University
Guide to Student Life - Campus Life - Adelphi University
Guide to Student Life - Campus Life - Adelphi University
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<strong>University</strong> fire regulations are:<br />
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A. Carelessly or recklessly causing a fire: $100 fine, restitution for property damage and one-year<br />
<strong>University</strong> disciplinary probation (and residence hall probation for a resident student)<br />
B. Intentionally causing a fire (arson): Referral <strong>to</strong> police/fire authorities for prosecution,<br />
restitution for property damage, and expulsion from the <strong>University</strong><br />
C. Knowingly filing a false fire alarm: Referral <strong>to</strong> police/fire authorities for prosecution, $250 fine<br />
and one-year suspension from the <strong>University</strong><br />
D. Carelessly or recklessly activating a smoke/heat detec<strong>to</strong>r or fire alarm: $100 fine<br />
E. Intentionally activating a smoke/heat detec<strong>to</strong>r or fire alarm: Referral <strong>to</strong> police/fire authorities<br />
for prosecution, $250 fine and one-year suspension from the <strong>University</strong><br />
F. Carelessly or recklessly activating a sprinkler system: $100 fine and restitution for property<br />
damage.<br />
G. Intentionally activating a sprinkler system: Referral <strong>to</strong> police/fire authorities for prosecution,<br />
$250 fine, restitution for property damage and a one-year suspension from the <strong>University</strong><br />
H. Tampering with fire equipment: $250 fine, restitution for property damage, and a one-year<br />
<strong>University</strong> disciplinary probation (and residence hall probation for a resident student)<br />
I. Failure <strong>to</strong> Evacuate during a Fire Alarm<br />
a. First offense: $100 fine<br />
b. Second offense: $200 fine, seven-day suspension from the residence halls and<br />
residence hall probation (if a resident student)<br />
c. Third offense: Permanent removal from housing (if a resident student) and<br />
possible suspension from the <strong>University</strong><br />
Please note: In New York State, knowingly activating a false fire alarm is a felony punishable by<br />
a minimum of one year in prison. Repeated fire safety violations will result in harsher sanctions,<br />
which may include suspension or expulsion from the <strong>University</strong>. The <strong>University</strong> may terminate<br />
a student’s Residence Hall Agreement at any time for violation of <strong>University</strong> policies concerning<br />
student conduct and discipline, regulations governing the residence halls, nonpayment, or for<br />
health, safety, or social reasons.<br />
ILLICIT DRUGS AND ALCOHOL<br />
The <strong>University</strong> Policies, Rules and Standards Regarding Illicit Drugs and Alcohol<br />
<strong>Adelphi</strong> <strong>University</strong>—in its mission <strong>to</strong> provide a quality education for students and <strong>to</strong> prepare<br />
them for a productive and civilized life—realizes the importance of a drug-free campus and is<br />
therefore strongly committed <strong>to</strong> the prevention of substance abuse.<br />
To maintain an atmosphere conducive <strong>to</strong> this mission, the following policies, rules and<br />
standards have been implemented. They apply <strong>to</strong> all students, employees and organizations, and<br />
are in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.<br />
A biennial review of this program will be conducted <strong>to</strong> determine its effectiveness and suggest<br />
the implementation of changes <strong>to</strong> the program, if deemed necessary. This review will also