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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esidence hall. In the event that your visi<strong>to</strong>r engages in unruly conduct of any sort, he or she<br />
will be asked <strong>to</strong> leave by residential life and housing staff or a public safety officer.<br />
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Can I have overnight guests<br />
Yes. For more details, please review the policy section in the back of this guide.<br />
Privacy<br />
Can my room be inspected when I am present<br />
Yes. RAs are responsible for conducting health and safety inspections at least once every month<br />
<strong>to</strong> ensure the safety and well-being of all residents. A minimum of two residential life and<br />
housing staff members will be present during these inspections.<br />
Can my room be inspected when I am not present<br />
Yes. A minimum of two residential life and housing staff members can conduct health and<br />
safety inspections in your room when you are not present. This includes Thanksgiving, winter<br />
and spring breaks.<br />
Can I repaint my room<br />
No. You are not allowed <strong>to</strong> repaint your room. (Save that quart of electric yellow for your first<br />
apartment.)<br />
Can I hang posters on my walls<br />
Yes. You may stick posters on your walls and hang picture frames; however, the walls must<br />
be kept in relatively the same condition as when you checked in. When you check out, there<br />
should be no tape residue, sticky tack, or noticeable holes in the walls. Tapestries or any other<br />
cloth materials are a fire hazard and are not allowed <strong>to</strong> be hung in the residence halls.<br />
What’s Not Allowed<br />
What items are not allowed<br />
Alcohol, drugs<br />
Extension cords with exception of proper power<br />
strips<br />
Microwaves, cooking appliances—e.g., coffee<br />
makers, electric frying pans, etc.<br />
Air conditioner (window or portable units)<br />
High-wattage appliances, including halogen<br />
lamps, space heaters, etc.<br />
Candles, incense<br />
Tapestries, curtains or drapes<br />
Pets, with the exception of tropical fish in a<br />
10-gallon tank (maximum)<br />
Waterbeds<br />
Paper or soft plastic lampshades<br />
Gas-powered equipment<br />
Flammable liquids<br />
Any appliance with a safety alert or recall as<br />
identified by the Office of Residential <strong>Life</strong><br />
and Housing<br />
Weapons, firearms, hazardous chemicals<br />
and explosives