Student Handbook - University of Dubuque

Electrical Information/ServiceThere are electrical outlets provided in each residence facility. If the power goes out, pleasecontact a member of the hall staff or call Campus Safety and Security at 563/589-3333. Staff willrestore power to your residence. Appliances responsible for repeated electrical failures will bebanned from the facility. For general utilities information, see “Utilities” section.Extension CordsThe City of Dubuque Housing Code prohibits the use of extension cords for permanent wiring inany rental unit. University residential facilities are included in this policy. For temporary hookup, itis recommended that surge protected power strips be utilized.Fire-Fighting Equipment and AlarmsFire-fighting equipment and alarms are placed in the residential facilities for your protection.Any student setting fires, tampering with, or misusing fire-fighting equipment (i.e., extinguishersand smoke detectors) is subject to disciplinary action and/or prosecution under Iowa Statuteswhich includes a minimum $250 fine. Refer to the Emergency Procedures section for furtherinformation regarding fire and other emergency procedures. Any student setting off a false alarmanywhere on campus is subject to disciplinary action that could result in possible suspension orexpulsion from the University.Furnishings in the Residence FacilitiesEach traditional residence facility (Aitchison, Cassat, and Donnell Halls) is furnished with a bedframe, mattress, desk, chair, closet space or wardrobe, and chest of drawers for each student.Drapes or blinds, microwave, and refrigerator are also provided in each room. This property is toremain in the room at all times and should not be removed or disassembled in any way. Rooms inPark Village Apartments and furnished townhouses are equally furnished in each bedroom. Thecommon areas are equipped with a couch, chair(s), kitchen table and chairs, and a coffee table.The kitchens are fully equipped with a stove, oven, refrigerator, and dishwasher. Note: Residentsin Park Village are not required to purchase a meal plan.Game EquipmentEach front desk in the traditional halls has a variety of games and equipment for resident use.Residents may purchase an activity card which they can use to check out items from the frontdesk staff. Activity card fees go towards the upkeep and acquisition of such items for residentuse.GuestsResidents are welcome to have guests visit campus. Guests may stay in the residence facility forno more than two nights consecutively. Residents must register their guests with the residentialfacility staff. Residents must also obtain the permission of their roommate(s), if applicable.Guests must sleep on wings/rooms of their own gender. Guests must observe all Universitypolicies and are the responsibility of the resident host. Non-registered guests may be asked toleave the residential facility. No guests under the age of 18 are permitted in the halls unless theguest is a sibling of a resident. Resident’s siblings under the age of 18 are permitted only withthe consent of the Area Coordinator, Hall Director, or the Director of Residence Life.31