Hallways Handbook - Kent State University

The Rights of a Resident Include:1. The right to read and study in one’s room free from undue interference.2. The right to sleep without undue disturbances.3. The right to expect that the roommate(s) and other residents willrespect one’s personal belongings.4. The right to a clean environment in which to live.5. The right to free access to one’s room and facilities without pressurefrom the roommate(s) or suitemate(s).6. The right to privacy whenever possible.7. The right to host guests (with my roommates permission) with theexpectation that your guest will respect the rights of all roommate(s),suitemate(s) and other hall residents.8. The right to voice concerns with residence hall staff includingassistance in filing a grievance.9. The right to be free from fear of intimidation and physical andemotional harm.10. The right to expect reasonable cooperation in the use of “roomshared”items (microfridge, university furniture, etc.).11. The right to assistance and support from Residence Services staff.15