Student Handbook - Southern University New Orleans

Forbidden ObjectsThe following objects are disallowed in all residence halls and public areasof the University, unless authorized by appropriate officials:Theft1. Pets;2. Laboratory animals, either dead or alive;3. Open flames (e.g., candles) or any combustible decorationor device4. Alcoholic beverages and/or beverage containers(See Alcohol Policy)5. Firearms, fireworks, and weapons of any kind.Theft of property of the University, property of a member of the Universitycommunity, or property of a visitor to the University, constitutes a criminalmisdemeanor. No person shall take, attempt to take, or keep in his or her possessionitems, not legally purchased by him or her, including but not exclusively,items of University property, or items belonging to students, faculty,staff, student groups, or visitors to the campus, without proper authorization.No person shall sell a textbook that is not his or her own without written permissionof the owner. Participation in such acts is subject to University disciplinaryaction and punishable by law. The University assumes no responsibilityfor theft of a student’s personal property. Information regarding personalproperty insurance for university students is available in the SUNO’s ResidentialLife department.“Boom Cars” and Loud MusicThe Driver of a vehicle on campus is held responsible for the use and operationof the vehicle, including the emission of loud music. Loud music isdefined as hearing the music from your car more than 6 feet away. Driversemitting loud music on the University campuses will be ticketed, fined, and/or face disciplinary action..“Boom cars” are cars with loud stereo systems. Boom cars emit highintensity/lowfrequency sound (excessive amounts of bass). This type ofsound is dangerous to one’s health, reduces property values and highwaysafety, and forces law-abiding citizens to seek quieter locations.Boom cars have been closely linked to murder, aggression, gangs, speeding,reckless driving, DUI, underage drinking, and other crimes. The high decibels(noise) transmitted from the loud music will cause permanent damageto your ears (hearing) and will cause your reaction time (reflects) to avoid atraffic accident and detrimental to your health.95