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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

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