Hallways Handbook - Kent State University

wall outlet.1. One Microfridge OR2. One microwave (not to exceed 700 watts) OR3. Two compact refrigerators (not to exceed 5 cubic feet each) OR4. One microwave (not to exceed 700 watts) AND one compact refrigerator (not toexceed 5 cubic feet).4.82 Ceilings/Walls/False BarriersStudent room ceilings and walls should be kept in the best condition possible. Nails,adhesive tape, glue, screws and tacks should not be used. Also, any tape, stickers or otheradhesives that are placed on any surface within the room (including windows) or on thewall outside of the room door must be fully removed prior to checking out. The use ofduct tape routinely results in damage and repair charges. Residents will be charged for anynail holes or other marks that were not noted on the Room Condition Report (RCR)when they checked in.Sheets, tapestries, furniture or any other objects that create a barrier or a false wall thatobstructs a clear view of the room including all four corners are not permitted. In anemergency such barriers could hamper entry by university personnel and prove to be a lifesafety hazard to the residents and guests of the room. No items may be attached to theceiling at any time. When arranging the furniture in your room, no large items may blockthe main window in the room. If beds are bunked and arranged so that they are parallelto the window there must be at least two feet of space between the bunked beds and thewindow.4.83 Electrical AppliancesAppliances are defined as any electrical device with the primary purpose of cooking,preparing or preserving food or generating heat. Students shall not leave cooking foodunattended in any area of the residence halls or leave unattended heat-generating devicessuch as irons. Unattended cooking, etc., could be considered negligent behavior, and mayresult in disciplinary action. Cooking is the number one cause of fire alarms.Appliances NOT Permitted in the Residence Halls:• Devices with un-enclosed heating elements• Toaster ovens• Freezers• Lava Lamps• Window/portable air conditioners or space heatersIndoor grills are not permitted in the Residence Halls. Examples include but are notlimited to the following:• George Foreman• Hamilton Beach• Ron Popeil• Black & Decker• Presto Pizzazz29