Student Handbook
2003-2004
Nothing in these policies is a contract.
The vice president for administration and finance, located in room 402 of the
Clara E. Jones Administration Building, telephone
(405) 521-5029, coordinates the university’s compliance with Titles VI and VII
of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972,
the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, The Americans with Disabilities Act, and the
Age Discrimination in Employment Act.
Table of Contents
Celebrating nearly a century of scholarship and service,
1. Academic Excellence – We believe that a university dedicated to excellence will enable each student to acquire the critical and analytical thinking skills, broad base of knowledge, and capacity to communicate effectively required for both personal success and capacity for leadership in service to communities.
2. A Personal Approach – We aspire to treat each member of this community as an individual with distinct needs for fostering his or her success and welfare.
3. A Religious Dimension – We seek to create a university community in which every member consciously cultivates ethical and humane behavior.
4. Service to the Community and Service Learning – We believe that excellence in education and development of intellectual, moral, and spiritual capacities of students are best fostered when faculty, student, and staff actively use their knowledge and skills to assist others in our wider communities.
5. A Culturally Rich Community – We believe that a university flourishes only when it exposes the members of its community to cultural perspectives different from of the place in which the university is rooted.
6. Student Success and Welfare – We believe that this university should consciously provide its graduates with a foundation for the acquisition of the knowledge, skills, and experience necessary for success in the vocations our graduates will pursue in the years to come.
7.
• Undergraduate, graduate, and professional academic programs that emphasize,
examine, and encourage intellectual, moral, and spiritual experience and
growth.
• Lifelong learning programs empowering individuals to lead productive and
creative lives.
• Activities that enhance and support the quality of campus life.
• Programs that foster physical fitness and good health.
• Service to a global community of learners.
• Opportunities for worship and service in the Christian and other traditions.
• Cultural and aesthetic opportunities for the community.
Based on its philosophy of education,
In this context, forms of academic dishonesty include but are not limited to cheating on tests, examinations, or other class/laboratory work; involvement in plagiarism (appropriation of another’s work and unacknowledged incorporation of that work in one’s own); collusion (unauthorized collaboration with another person); misrepresentation of actions; and falsifying information.
Sanctions for a student’s academic dishonesty vary according to the nature and seriousness of the offense. Sanctions are at the discretion of the academic department involved within the constraints of the course in which the offense occurred. Sanctions by teachers or relevant university personnel may include but are not limited to: requiring a student to redo a class/laboratory assignment; recording an F (failure) for a particular test, examination, or class/laboratory assignment that involved dishonesty; or recording an F (failure) for a final course grade. Any student appeal of a teacher-imposed sanction must be made in writing to the student’s academic dean within seven days of the student’s notification.
Teachers will inform, in writing, their department chair, with a copy to the teacher’s academic dean, the student’s academic dean, and the vice president for academic affairs (VPAA), concerning sanctions imposed on students for academic dishonesty at the same time the student is notified.
If the dean of the student’s school believes that more serious sanctions, such as academic suspension or dismissal from the university, or other appropriate actions are in order, she or he will coordinate a formal inquiry involving the dean of students, the VPAA and the Student Probation and Petitions Committee. The committee renders a decision in the matter. The decision of the committee is final.
A student may not withdraw from or drop any course(s) in which a formal charge of academic dishonesty is pending against him or her. If a student drops a course and the professor subsequently discovers a case of academic dishonesty and wishes to levy sanctions against the student, the student will be notified that he or she will be re-enrolled in the course. The student has seven days from the point of the notification of the infraction and sanctions to submit a written appeal of this action to the Student Probation and Petitions Committee. If the student is absolved of the formal charge, he or she may withdraw or drop the course. If the student is found guilty, the professor may take appropriate disciplinary action, including assigning the grade F for the course.
Every student is expected to observe the highest standards of conduct, both on and off the campus. The university cannot accept the responsibility for the education of any student who is not in sympathy with the purposes and the regulations of the university.
Note: In the case of
OCU reserves the right to exclude any student whose conduct or academic
standing it regards as undesirable, without assigning any further reason. In
such cases, the fees due or which may have been paid in advance to the
university will not be remitted or refunded in whole or in part. Neither the
university nor any of its officers will be under any liability whatsoever for
such exclusion. Any student under disciplinary suspension will be persona non grata on campus except for official business.
Students are responsible for all information contained in this handbook, and
the Undergraduate or Graduate Catalog, and all class schedules. Copies of class
schedules can be obtained from the Registrar’s Office.
C. Academic Probation and Dismissal
Each school and department has established a probation and dismissal policy.
See the dean or department chair for the policy established for a specific
degree program, or the Undergraduate or Graduate Catalog.
The Student Probation and Petitions Committee is the body that hears appeals
for all students except
D. Grievance Procedure for Grade Appeal
A grade awarded by the course professor is presumptively correct, and the
professor’s determination is generally final. Other than for mathematical or
data entry errors, no final grade can be changed except on proof of
exceptionally egregious circumstances as defined below.
If a student has reasonable grounds to believe that a final grade received or
final academic judgment made with respect to him or her in any course or
program of study was based on violation of established university policies,
procedures, or regulations, substantial error, bias, or miscarriage of justice,
the student may, within ten school days of the receipt of the final grade or
judgment, initiate a grievance. School days are defined as Monday through
Friday when classes are in session, excluding breaks, final exam periods, and
holidays. Grievance procedures for students attending programs outside the
1. Informal Grievance Procedure
a. The student should arrange to speak with the professor in an attempt to
resolve the issue.
b. If, after meeting with the professor (or if, after reasonable effort on the
part of the student to contact the professor, she or he remains unavailable),
the student still believes that the grade or judgment is based on violation of
established university policies, procedures, or regulations, substantial error,
bias, or miscarriage of justice, the student may take the grievance to the
chair of the department in question. The chair will attempt to arbitrate the
dispute. If there is no chair or the chair taught the course in question, the
student should proceed to section 2.
2. Formal Grievance Procedure
a. Only if the issue is still unresolved after meeting with the chair of the department, as outlined in section 1, the student may initiate the formal grievance process with the dean or the vice president of academic affairs (VPAA), if the dean taught the course in question. The levels of action are clearly defined and include strict time limits designed to effect speedy resolution. No formal appeals procedure will be enacted if six months or more have elapsed since the incident. It is the responsibility of the student to initiate the process and follow it through. Failure of the student to move the appeal forward in the specified time limits will terminate the appeal.
i. The student will first present his or her appeal to the dean of the college or school, or the VPAA if the dean taught the course in question. The appeal will be in writing, in as much detail as possible, stating all aspects of the issue which the student feels pertinent. Grounds for review will be limited to a showing by the student of violation of established university policies, procedures, or regulations, substantial error, bias, or miscarriage of justice. Copies of pertinent material in the student’s possession or access will be included as appropriate.
ii. Upon receipt of the material provided in section 1, the dean or VPAA when appropriate will, within five school days, determine if the student has a prima facie case of violation of established university policies, procedure, or regulations, substantial error, bias, or miscarriage of justice. If the dean or VPAA when appropriate determines that insufficient evidence has been presented, he or she will dismiss the appeal. If the dean or VPAA when appropriate determines that there is evidence which, if believed, would constitute a prima facie case of violation of established university policies, procedure, or regulations, substantial error, bias, or miscarriage of justice, the dean or VPAA when appropriate will, within ten school days of this determination, provide a copy of the written material to the faculty member in question. The dean or VPAA when appropriate will request a written response that details as completely as possible the position/opinion of the faculty member on all issues raised. Copies of exams, assignments, grade books, or other relevant information will be submitted with this response. The professor will have ten school days in which to prepare his or her response.
iii. The student will be given the opportunity to review the professor’s response and to provide additional written comments to the dean or VPAA when appropriate. This response will be given within five school days of the receipt of the faculty member’s response to the dean or VPAA when appropriate. The dean or VPAA when appropriate will then render a decision on the appeal within five school days of receiving all materials and responses. Unless the dean or VPAA when appropriate determines that sufficient evidence exists to support the student’s allegation of violation of established university policies, procedure, or regulations, substantial error, bias, or miscarriage of justice, the dean or VPAA when appropriate will deny the appeal.
b. Either the student or the faculty member may appeal the dean’s adverse decision within five school days of the receipt of the dean’s decision by giving written notice of intent to do so. Upon written notice to the dean of intent to appeal, the dean will forward copies of all written material to the VPAA, who will convene the Student Probation and Petitions Committee, which must meet within ten school days of receipt of the appeal. The committee will review all documentation and will reach a decision based on the original issue submitted. The committee may request for additional documentation if it feels it is appropriate to do so and may adjourn until the documentation is available. Both parties have the right to appear before the committee; however, to the fullest extent possible, the decision will be based on the written documentation provided. The committee will uphold the originally issued grade or judgment unless it finds substantial evidence of violation of established university policies, procedure, or regulations, substantial error, bias, or miscarriage of justice. The committee judgment will be rendered as soon as practical after receipt of the documentation, but must be rendered within thirty days.
c. If the committee determines that the above described process has not been followed correctly, the committee will order a rehearing of the case following the correct process.
d. The decision of the committee is final.
E. Appeal Procedure for Academic Dismissal*
If a student has reasonable grounds to believe that his or her academic dismissal constitutes a material misrepresentation, misapplication, or violation of established university policies, procedures, or regulations, the student may, within fourteen calendar days of the receipt of the written notice of dismissal, initiate an appeal in the following manner:
1. The student must submit a written appeal to the registrar. The appeal
should have as much detail
as possible, stating all aspects of the issue that the student thinks
pertinent. It is the responsibility of the student to initiate the process and
follow it through. Failure of the student to move the appeal forward in the
specified time limit will terminate the appeal.
2. After making a determination that the appeal is filed in a timely manner, the registrar will convene the Student Probation and Petitions Committee to consider the student’s appeal within ten school days of its receipt. School days are defined as Monday through Friday, when classes are in session, excluding breaks, final exam periods, and holidays. The Student Probation and Petitions Committee will review all documentation and reach a decision on the appeal. The committee may request additional documentation and may postpone the hearing until that documentation is available. The student has the right to appear before the committee; however, to the fullest extent possible, the decision will be based on written documentation provided.
3. The committee may affirm the decision to dismiss, overturn the decision to dismiss, or qualify the decision to dismiss. The decision will be affirmed unless the committee determines that the student has met the burden of showing material misrepresentation, misapplication, or violation of established university policies, procedures, or regulations.
4. If the committee affirms the decision to dismiss, the president may review the documentation to determine that these procedures were followed. The presidential review will only address procedural matters.
5. The VPAA will notify the student within three school days of the decision of the Student Probation and Petitions Committee.
*This procedure applies to all departments and schools within the university
except the
Readmission Policy for Students Dismissed for Poor Academic Performance: A
student who is dismissed from the university for academic
reasons and wishes to reapply to the same program must wait one full
academic year before applying for readmission. The latest date by which
readmission requests must reach the Office of the Registrar in order to be
considered for earliest possible readmission will be indicated in the letter of
dismissal sent by the registrar.
At the time of dismissal, the student will be informed of possible avenues to
pursue, such as additional academic course work from other postsecondary
institutions. This information will be communicated in the dismissal letter
sent from the Registrar’s Office. Official transcripts and records of academic
work completed during the period following the dismissal must be included along
with the request for readmission.
The Student Probation and Petitions Committee will review any request for
readmission. Requests for readmission will be reviewed prior to the semester in
which the student is eligible to re-enroll.
F. Student Rights Under the
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) affords students certain
rights with respect to their educational records.
1. The right to inspect and review the student’s educational records;
2. The right to request the amendment of a student’s educational records to ensure they are not inaccurate, misleading, or otherwise in violation of the student’s privacy or other rights;
3. The right to consent to disclosures of personally identifiable information contained in the student’s education records, except to the extent that FERPA authorized disclosure without consent;
4. The right to file with the U.S. Department of Education a complaint concerning alleged failures by Oklahoma City University to comply with the requirements of FERPA;
5. The right to obtain a copy of
G. Student Records, Policies, and Procedures
1. Definitions
For the purposes of this policy,
Student – Any person who has attended
2. Educational Records – Any record (in handwriting, print, tapes, film, or other medium) maintained by Oklahoma City University, or an agent of the university, which is directly related to a student, except:
i. A personal record kept by a staff member if it is kept in the sole possession of the maker of the record and is not accessible or revealed to another person except a temporary substitute for the maker of the record.
ii. Records created and maintained by the
iii. An employment record of an individual whose employment is not contingent on the fact that he or she is a student, provided the record is used only in relation to the individual’s employment.
iv. Records made or maintained by a physician, psychiatrist, psychologist, or other treatment of a student are made available only to those persons who provided the treatment.
v. Alumni records which contain information about a student after she or he is no longer in attendance at the university, and which do not relate to the person as a student.
3. Procedure to Inspect Educational Records
Students may inspect and review their educational records upon request to
the appropriate records custodian.
Students should submit to the records custodian, or appropriate university
staff member, a written request which identifies as precisely as possible the
record or records he or she wishes to inspect.
The records custodian, or appropriate university staff member, will make the
needed arrangements for access as promptly as possible, and notify the student
of the time and place where the records may be inspected. Access will be given
in forty-five days, or less, from the date of receipt of the written request.
When a record contains information about more than one student, the student may
inspect and review only the records which relate to him or her. (Revised
4. Right of Access Limitations
a. The financial statement of a student’s parents.
b. Letters and statements of recommendation for which the student has waived
his or her right of access, or which were maintained before
c. Records connected with an application to attend
d. Those records which are excluded from the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act definition of education records.
5. Refusal to Provide Copies
a. The student has an unpaid financial obligation to the university.
b. There is an unresolved disciplinary action against the student.
c. There is an unresolved security investigation involving the student.
d. The educational record requested is an exam or set of standardized questions which is not directly related to the student.
e. Documents submitted by or for the student in support of the application for admission (including letters of reference) will not be returned to the student.
6. Types, Locations, and Custodians of Educational Records
The following is a list of types of record locations and custodians of records that the university maintains:
Type of Record Location Custodian
Admissions Records Registrar’s Office Registrar
Cumulative Academic Records Registrar’s Office Registrar
Health Records Student Health and Disability Services Director
Financial Records Office of the Comptroller Comptroller
Placement Records Career and Counseling Services Director
Disciplinary Records Office of Student Life Dean of Students
Financial Aid Records Financial Aid Office Director
7. Fees for Copies of Records
Students pay a fee for copies of their records. Print outs of transcripts are no additional charge.
8. Disclosure of Educational Records
a. to university officials who have a legitimate educational interest in the records;
b. a university official is someone who:
i. a person employed by the university in an administrative, supervisory, academic research, or in a support staff position, including health or medical staff;
ii. a person elected to the Board of Trustees;
iii. a person employed by, or under contract to, the university to perform a special task such as the university’s legal counselor or auditor;
iv. a person who is employed in the Oklahoma City University Security Department;
v. a student serving on an official committee, such as a disciplinary grievance committee, or who is assisting another school official in performing his or her tasks.
c. a school official has a legitimate educational interest if the official:
i. performing a task that is specified in his or her position description or contract agreement;
ii. performing a task related to a student’s education;
iii. performing a task related to the discipline of a student;
iv. providing a service or benefit relating to the student or student’s family, such as financial aid, counseling, job placement, or health care;
v. maintaining the safety and security of campus.
d. to officials of another school, upon request, in which a student seeks or intends to enroll;
e. to certain officials of the U.S. Department of Education, the Comptroller General, and state and local education authorities in connection with audit or evaluation of certain state or federally supported education programs;
f. in connection with a student’s request for, or receipt of, financial aid to determine the eligibility, amount, or conditions of the financial aid;
g. to state and local officials or authorities if
specifically required by a state law that was adopted before
h. to organizations conducting certain studies for, or on behalf of, the university;
i. to accrediting organizations to carry out their functions;
j. to parents of an eligible student who is claimed as a dependent for income tax purposes;
k. to comply with a judicial order or a lawfully issued subpoena;
l. to appropriate parties in a health or safety emergency;
m. to individuals requesting directory information, so designated by the university;
n. the result of any disciplinary proceeding conducted by the university against an alleged perpetrator of a crime or violence to the alleged victim of that crime.
9. Record of Request for Disclosure
10. Directory Information
Student’s name and address
Participation in officially recognized activities and sports
Parents’ name and address
Weight and height of student athletes
Telephone number
Dates of attendance
Date and place of birth
Degrees and honors received
Major field of study
Most recent previous school attended
Classification Photograph
E-mail addresses
The university may disclose any of the above without
prior written consent, unless notified in writing to the contrary.
11. Correction of Educational Records
Students have the right to ask to have records corrected that they believe are inaccurate, misleading, or in violation of their privacy rights. Following are the procedures for correction of records.
a. A student must ask, in writing, the appropriate university official, to amend a record. In so doing, the student should identify the part of the record to be amended and specify why the student believes it is inaccurate, misleading, or in violation of his/her privacy rights.
b. The university may comply with the request, or it may decide not to comply. If it decides not to comply, the university will notify the student of the decision and advise the student of his or her right to a hearing to challenge the information believed to be inaccurate, misleading, or in violation of the student’s privacy.
c. Upon written request, the university will arrange for a hearing and notify the student, reasonably in advance, of the date, place, and time of the hearing.
d. The hearing will be conducted by an impartial hearing officer from the university community. The hearing officer will be appointed by the president. The student shall be afforded a full and fair opportunity to present evidence relevant to the issues raised in the original request to amend the student’s education records.
e. The university will prepare a written decision based solely on the evidence at the hearing. The decision will include a summary of the evidence presented and the reasons for the decision.
f. If the university decides the information is inaccurate, misleading or in violation of the student’s right of privacy, it will amend the record and notify the student in writing that the record has been amended.
g. If the university decides that the challenged information is not inaccurate, misleading, or in violation of the student’s right of privacy, it will notify the student that he or she shall have a right to place in the record a statement commenting on the challenged information and/or a statement setting forth reasons for disagreeing with the decision.
h. The statement will be maintained as a part of the student’s education records as long as the contest portion is maintained. If the university discloses the contested portion of the record, it will also disclose the statement.
Bribery, attempted bribery, acceptance of a bribe, or failure to report a bribe by any member of the university community is prohibited. Extortion, the act or attempt to obtain money or anything of value by violence, misuse of authority, or improper threats is also prohibited. Such conduct may result in criminal charges in addition to university disciplinary action.
The consumption of food and beverages is prohibited in computer labs and other teaching facilities as designated.
In order for the university to provide excellent service, it is expected that all students will maintain current contact information with the Office of the Registrar. Students may update their contact information by visiting the Office of the Registrar or logging on to their student account. The university is not responsible for correspondence not received due to inadequate contact information.
Students are personally responsible for the correctness and accuracy of information supplied to the university. Any student who knowingly gives incorrect information to the university is subject to disciplinary action, which may lead to suspension.
A hold will be placed on the records of any student who has a past-due financial obligation to the university or is in default on a student loan. A hold prevents the student from receiving transcripts and other student records. In case of a default or overpayment of a student financial program, the hold will remain until the Office of Financial Aid receives notification from the Business Office, or from the loan guarantee agency, that the student is no longer in default and owes no money to any financial program.
F. Firearms, Weapons and Fireworks
Firearms, weapons, and fireworks are not permitted on campus. No student
shall have in his or her possession, including a person’s motor vehicle or
on-campus residence, a pistol, revolver, rifle, shotgun, blowgun, or device
that has the appearance of a firearm, including toy guns and air guns while on
university property, whether loaded or unloaded. Violation of this policy shall
be deemed cause for suspension or expulsion from the university, pursuant to
the student judicial system of
Imitating or counterfeiting signatures, works of art, university documents, enrollment forms requiring a professor’s, dean’s or other official’s signature, or other productions with the intent to deceive, and/or the unauthorized use of names, titles, or signatures may result in suspension.
The possession or use of kerosene, gasoline, benzene, naptha and similar flammable liquid is strictly forbidden. This prohibition includes but is not limited to any substance, material, or ingredient which may potentially be used for bomb making.
The identification card issued to each student, is a permanent card issued
for as long as the student is enrolled in the university. It should be carried
at all times while the student is on campus and should be presented to OCU
Security on request.
The card allows participation in student activities and student elections. The
card will admit the student to regularly scheduled home athletic events and may
be presented to receive discounts at university drama and music events. The
identification card is also the student’s meal ticket and is necessary for
cashing checks at the Cashier Office and to receive refunds.
Campus buildings are smoke-free. Smoking is permitted outdoors, providing it is twenty feet or more away from any entrance to any campus building.
K. Solicitations and Advertising
On-campus solicitation is strictly prohibited.
1. Printed Materials
a. The Office of Student Life must approve all printed announcements and advertisements by and/or for students, student organizations, faculty or staff, and/or others, before being posted on campus.
b. No flyers, handbills, or other printed materials may be placed on vehicles.
c. Individuals and/or organizations are responsible for the timely removal and disposal of posted printed materials after the events or functions advertised have occurred.
d. Individuals or organizations posting printed materials should utilize materials that do not damage painted, wood, metal, or glass surfaces. Individuals or organizations will be responsible for damage caused by posting announcements or advertisements with inappropriate materials such as duct tape, nails, glue, etc.
2. Sales Solicitations
Agents of off-campus organizations are not to personally solicit sales on-campus, absent express permission from the dean of students. Students are encouraged to promptly report such solicitations to OCU Security.
IV. Student Assistance Services
A. Alcohol and Other Drug Use Policy
Alcohol and other drugs present a danger to an individual and others. The risks
associated with the use of drugs, which includes alcohol, may lead to abuse or
addiction causing psychological and/or physical dependence. They present a
danger to others when performing a task under the influence or distributing to
others.
a. Lectures, courses and workshops will be conducted by authorities in the fields of drug prevention and drug treatment each year. All students are encouraged to attend at least one event.
b. The Office of Student Life and Student Health and Disability Services will provide literature on resources, referral services and educational material on the use, abuse, and addiction to all drugs and treatment options.
c. The Office of Student Life will conduct periodic programs and publish periodic information pertaining to drug use and prevention.
The university may require any student, who is reasonably suspected of drug
use, to undergo drug testing. Drug testing will be conducted in accordance with
the Oklahoma Standards for Workplace Drug and Alcohol Testing Act of
The university will take no disciplinary action against a student, except for
temporary suspension, until the first test result has been confirmed by an
additional test. The university may take disciplinary action against a student
who refuses to undergo drug and alcohol testing. Any student has the right to
an explanation, in confidence, of the test results, may obtain all information
and records related to testing. Information related to drug and alcohol tests
will be kept confidential and apart from other student records.
The university may require a drug and alcohol dependency evaluation with either
an in-house or contracted program that provides substance abuse counseling,
treatment, or rehabilitation. A release of information form provided by the
university must be signed by the student prior to any referral for testing or
counseling. Students receiving sanctions requiring treatment may use any other
certified program. In any case, a student must provide proof of treatment
before consideration is given to his or her reinstatement.
Any university student involved in (a) the use or abuse of a controlled
substance, confirmed by a second drug test; or (b) unlawful manufacture,
distribution, dispensing, or possessing a controlled substance in any
university owned, leased, or operated facility, may receive immediate
disciplinary sanctions up to and including dismissal with cause or suspension.
Students recommended for dismissal or suspension have
the right to appeal the action through the university’s established grievance
procedures.
Additionally, the university may refer individuals to applicable local, state,
or federal law enforcement authorities for prosecution. Any student who is
convicted under a criminal drug statute for a violation occurring in any campus
owned or leased facility must notify the university within five working days of
the conviction. Within ten working days,
B. Student Health and Disability Services
1. Oklahoma City University Student Health and Disability Services provides services according to the following categories:
a. Enrolled Students – Eligibility for Student Health and Disability Services is through payment of tuition and fees as proven by possession and presentation of a validated I.D. at each visit. Students must be enrolled in the current session.
b. Nonregistered University Associated Persons – This category is not eligible for services, but may use the Student Health and Disability Services as a first aid station only if the center is the closest available source of help, and if the injury or illness occurs on-campus. This group may include, but is not limited to, students at campus workshops, invited guests, and employees of companies contracting services with the university.
c. Staff and Faculty – The university staff and faculty may use the Student Health and Disability Services for on-the-job injuries for the purpose of first aid only. Serial injections will be given for a small fee if doctor’s orders and instructions are placed on file. Staff and faculty are also eligible for annual influenza vaccinations. A modest fee will be charged to cover the cost of the vaccine.
2. Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome Policy
3. Insurance
A commercial plan for accident and hospitalization insurance is available to students. For information, inquire in the Office of Student Life or Student Health and Disability Services.
C. Disability Concerns and Special Accommodation
Any student who has a disability which requires special accommodation on the
part of the university should contact the Office of Disability Concerns in
Student Health and Disability Services or the Office of Admissions.
The Admissions, Financial Aid, and Special Accommodations Committee meets regularly each semester to review requests for special
accommodations and make recommendations for educational accommodation. The
committee also serves as an appeals committee for current members of the
student body who feel they have not been adequately accommodated. The Office
Disability Concerns is located in Student Health and Disability Services.
The university provides counseling and professional referrals for problems
likely to confront the student, and the student is urged to become acquainted
with those opportunities and to make use of them. The counselor provides
individual or group therapies or may refer the students to other counselors in
special areas. Students are encouraged to contact the Office of Career and
Counseling Services for more information.
Private counseling is also available to students through the Offices for
University-Church Relations and Smith Chapel. Students can schedule
appointments with the University Chaplain and Associate Chaplains by contacting
the administrative assistants in these offices.
A cash card machine is available on the south side of
The University Bookstore is located on the lower level of the
Students may cash personal checks for up to $25.00 at the Cashier’s Office,
located in the
Students desiring off-campus employment or seeking career guidance should contact the Office of Career and Counseling Services which will assist in preparing a resume, drafting letters of application and establishing a permanent placement file. On-campus interviews with potential employers are also arranged through this office. The university recommends students carrying sixteen or seventeen hours of credit work no more than twenty hours weekly, and that students carrying twelve hours work, no more than forty hours weekly.
Meals are served in the university commons located in the
The Campus,
Constellation,
VI. Student Judicial System of
The
The submission of an application for admission to
A college or university is charged with a specialized purpose as it must seek,
disseminate, and use knowledge in pursuing truth. The pursuit of truth is a
sensitive undertaking that flourishes only under special conditions and
circumstances. To create and sustain these special conditions and
circumstances, the academic community has found the need to create and enforce
rules of an academic and nonacademic nature to maintain order and fairness on
the campus and within the community. It should be emphasized that rules are not
made to repress the majority of students but rather to protect the majority
from the inconsistent behavior of a minority who infringe on the rights of
others. Therefore, the scope of
Every student is expected to observe the highest standards of conduct, both on
and off campus. The university cannot accept the responsibility for education
of any student who is not in sympathy with the purposes and regulations of the
university.
The university reserves the right to exclude any undergraduate, graduate
student or law student whose conduct or academic standing it regards as
undesirable, without assigning any further reason. In such cases, the fees due
or which have been paid in advance to the university will not be remitted or
refunded in whole or in part. Neither the university nor any of its officers
shall be under any liability whatsoever for such exclusion.
The administration of student discipline must be part of the total educational
process to assist the student in personal development and to protect the academic
community. Not only must disciplinary procedure be reasonable and fair, it must
also be effective. Effectiveness is particularly dependent on the overall
attitude of the university community itself. It assumes a widely shared
commitment to the principle of institutional self-governance. It requires that
misconduct be reported, that charges be filed by those who have the
responsibility to do so, that witnesses will testify if called, that findings
of guilt be made when the evidence so warrants, and that appropriate sanctions
be imposed when guilt is found. In addition, it should be stated that it must
also be possible for disciplinary proceeding to be conducted without fear of
interruption or retaliation against those who participate, and there must be, on
the part of the students, a willingness to participate in the proceedings and
to respect the finality of their results.
In a university, a strong sense of mutual responsibility, respect, trust, and
fairness must exist among all members of the campus community: students,
faculty, and administration. In this framework of cooperation, the emphasis is
on personal freedom, but this also charges each student with the responsibility
of self-control and self-reliance.
Honesty and respect for others are indispensable attributes of the members of
any well-ordered society, especially a university. Also indispensable is a
genuine respect for legally established laws and regulations.
The specific applications of these principles are endless, but the following
will probably be most important to students:
• Maintaining academic honesty.
• Respecting university and private property.
• Keeping faith with university regulations.
• Showing respect for others, to include restraint from conduct that threatens
the health or safety of any person.
Although personal freedom and self-control are stressed, violation of
accepted standards of behavior may be handled by the Office of Student Life,
the
Each student strengthens the university when he or she lives by these
principles and accepts the responsibility and freedom of self-government.
Since it’s beginning,
The student’s attitude toward the laws and regulations governing our country
and our university is a most important value. All members of the OCU community
must honor all city, state, and federal laws.
There are federal, state, and local laws governing the possession and use of
drugs. These laws cover almost any type of conduct with specified narcotics.
1. Jurisdiction
The judicial powers of the university are vested in the Office of Student
Life and the Law School Disciplinary Tribunal.
Offenses:
a. Violation of any criminal or civil law, if the university community is affected. Such determination shall be made by the Office of Student Life.
b. Civil cases referred to the Office of Student Life by the president of the university.
c. Any violation of a duly promulgated rule, policy, regulation, or notice of the university.
d. Any act or course of conduct that is inconsistent with the expressed basic philosophy of the university community set forth in this section. Included in this range of offenses are those acts which negatively reflect on the basic behavioral expectations of the university as a learned institution of the United Methodist church, and acts of conduct that reflect a lack of ethical or moral character to the degree that the student has demonstrated that he or she is unable to responsibly and maturely continue to be a part of the university community.
More specifically, in the case of law students, the offenses listed in
Article 2.01 of the OCU Law School Student Conduct Code are subject to the
jurisdiction of the Law School Disciplinary Tribunal. That tribunal shall have
exclusive jurisdiction over all offenses other than dormitory-related offenses,
campus traffic violations, intramural activities, and general campus social
behavior. In cases in which the Law School Disciplinary Tribunal is vested with
jurisdiction, charges shall be filed with the school of law’s
Associate Dean for Academic
Affairs, pursuant to Article 3.01 of the OCU Law School Student Conduct Code.
Students may be sanctioned for conduct which constitutes a hazard to the
health, safety, or well-being of members of the university community, or which
is detrimental to the university’s interests. Students are subject to
disciplinary action when, individually or as members of a group, they violate
university policy, rules or regulations, or federal, state
,or local law. Officers of an organization or individuals hosting an
event are responsible for ensuring compliance with university policies and
state and local law. Both organizations and individuals are subject to
disciplinary action by the university, by the City of Oklahoma City, and by the
State of Oklahoma. In cases of misconduct that occur off campus that are of
concern to the university, a group may be disciplined and lose its approved
status, or an individual may be disciplined.
2. Filing of Complaints
Any person may file a complaint against a student. The complaint shall be in writing and will include full particulars pertaining to the case, including alleged infraction, time, date, and place. This complaint must be filed in the Office of Student Life, within five business days of the alleged infraction.
3. Notice to Student
The student alleged to have committed the offense shall be notified of the charge and informed of his or her right to be personally heard in this matter. The dean of students reserves the right to notify parents of disciplinary action at his or her discretion.
4. Forum
The dean of students will proceed to conduct a factual inquiry into the alleged offense and will, in due course, render a decision of innocence or guilt and disciplinary action. The student has the right to appeal the dean of student’s decision to the Student-Faculty Court.
5. Student-Faculty Court
The Student-Faculty Court shall consist of a chief justice and two associate
justices, composed of one student, one full-time faculty member, and one
administrator. The chief justice will be selected by the court from its
membership. The faculty member will be named by Faculty Senate Executive
Committee. The student representative shall be appointed by the president of
the Oklahoma City University Student Senate. The administrator will be
appointed by the vice president for student affairs. An alternate shall be
selected for each justice in the same manner as described above. The
appointments will made no later than December 1, and the term of service to the
court will begin the following January 1 and end the following December 31.
To be eligible for service on the Student-Faculty Court, the full-time faculty
member and the administrator must be employed by the university
for a minimum of one calendar year. The student justice of the
Student-Faculty Court shall have attained at least junior standing (in the case
of undergraduates) and, if a law student, be in at least the second year of law
school. All student nominees must be in good standing with the university.
Student justices may be terminated by:
a. graduation;
b. withdrawal from the university;
c. failure to maintain good standing in the association; and
d. removal for incompetence in accordance with the student senate constitution.
The Student-Faculty Court will make rules necessary to the exercise of their powers.
6. Penalties
The recommendations of the dean of students or the Student-Faculty Court must be in writing. The following gradation of penalties shall be observed.
a. Oral reprimand by the Student-Faculty Court or the dean of students. The student remains in good standing status.
b. Administrative probation:
i. Recorded in the student’s disciplinary record held in the Office of Student Life, but student remains in good standing.
ii. This record will be considered should the student again appear before the Student-Faculty Court or dean of students, indicative of poor citizenship.
iii. Penalty of the Student-Faculty Court or dean of students such as restitution, changed behavior or work assignment, but not placing the student in “not in good standing” status.
c. Disciplinary probation:
i. “Not in good standing” status.
ii. Imposed for a specific period of time.
iii. Additional requirements may be imposed as conditions warranted by the body hearing the case.
d. Suspension:
i. Removed from the university for a specified period of time.
ii. “Not in good standing for reasons of discipline” status recorded on academic transcript.
iii. Additional requirements at the time of suspension may be imposed as conditions warranted by the body hearing the case.
e. Expulsion:
i. Ineligible to continue with the university to receive degree.
ii. Permanent “not in good standing for reasons of discipline” status recorded on academic transcript.
The penalties which may be imposed by the Law School Disciplinary Tribunal
are specified in Article 6.01 of the OCU Law School Conduct Code.
For the purposes of the foregoing, the phrase “in good standing” and “not in
good standing” are relevant both intra- and-extra-murually.
In the former case, it may be relevant to various awards and honors by the
terms of the donor, and it shall indicate noneligibility
for elective or appointee offices within groups recognized by the government on
the OCU campus as set forth by those groups. They may act on the person(s)
under disciplinary probation as they see fit within their own jurisdiction.
In the extramural application, it relates to the OCU student’s status vis-à-vis
other institutions for the purpose generally of transfer and what is termed
citizenship clearance. (Note: “Citizenship clearance” is generally that term
applied to a student’s behavioral status within a given academic setting.)
If special library assistance is needed because of a disability, contact the
library director at 521-5072 and request an appointment to discuss your needs.
Library webpage URL: www.okcu.edu/library/mainlibrary.htm
(Actually located in the DB Library)
Number of volumes 165,384
Government documents 303,250
Current periodical subscriptions 901
Bound periodical back files 38,660
Public Internet Computers 20
Resources available from outside the library are almost unlimited. Discuss
your research needs with a librarian. Call 521-5065 for an appointment.
Tip: There is a law library located on campus also, and has resources that the Dulaney-Browne Library does not have.
First Floor: Circulation desk, reserve books, recent periodicals,
microforms, microforms readers and printers, photocopy machines, paper and
computer periodical indexes, the library catalog, the Information Desk, the
reference collection, and the Interlibrary Loan Office.
TIP: If your professor tells you something is on reserve, ask for it at the
Circulation Desk.
Second Floor: The Government Documents Collection, the Foundation Center
Collection, vertical files with geographic information and maps, and bound
periodicals older than five years.
Third Floor: Books with call numbers from 000 through 699, and the Childrens Literature Collection. The Curriculum Collection
that was housed on the third floor is now located in the basement of the
library. Ask a librarian for access to it.
Fourth Floor: Books with call numbers from 800 through 999.
Fifth Floor: Books with call numbers from 700 through 799, recordings, tapes,
cassettes, George Shirk History Center, university and Oklahoma United
Methodist Archives and OCU Human Resources.
Interlibrary loan and Internet access allow students and faculty to locate
and use materials that are not in our library. Ask for more
information about these services at the Information Desk on the first floor.
The library homepage gives you access to the library catalog from your home or
your dorm room. It also gives you access to several full text databases to help
you with your assignments. You can frequently do your research for assignments
and request books or journal articles through Interlibrary Loan without having
to come on campus.
You can reach the library page through the OCU homepage, www.okcu.edu or you can go directly to the
library URL: www.okcu.edu/library/mainlibrary.htm.
TIP: When you are on campus, stop by the library. The librarians at the
Information Desk will be happy to show you around the library and demonstrate
any of the computer products. A few minutes spent with a librarian in your
freshman year will save you a great deal of time throughout your career here at
OCU.
Typing rooms and typewriters: Two typewriters
for student use are located on the first floor. Ask for directions at the
Information Desk. Typing rooms are located on the third and fourth floors.
Students are welcome to bring their own typewriters or laptops, as network
ports are available for use in these rooms.
If a person needs to type and someone is studying in a typing room, the student
may ask the person who is only studying to move to another area.
Public computers: Computers for public use are deployed throughout the library.
These machines are all connected to the library catalog and to the Internet.
Computer ports for your laptop are also located in several areas of the
library. Ask a librarian for help.
Group study rooms: Located on the third and fourth floors, these rooms are for
groups that need to be able to talk without disturbing other library patrons.
If a group needs a room in which a single person is studying, the group may ask
the individual to move and allow them to use the room.
Copy cards for photocopy machines: Copy cards can be used for photocopy
machines. Photocopies cost ten cents per page for microfilm, microfiche,
paper, or computer printing. Copy cards are available for purchase at the
Circulation Desk, first floor. These cards may be used on the paper photocopy
machines and the microform copiers. Printing from the public computers is now
available and can be paid for with these copy cards. Ask a librarian for
help. There is a soft drink machine in the basement.
The library has two schedules, the regular schedule and the interim
schedule. During the interim between semesters, the library closes at 5:00 p.m.
through the week and is closed on the weekends. Interim sessions occur in
August after the two summer sessions, in December and January after the fall
semester and during the Christmas break, and in May after the spring semester.
The library is open extended hours for preparation for finals during the fall
and spring semesters. The library closes for all university holidays. In the
event of a snow day, if the university is closed, the library will be closed.
TIP: A monthly calendar of library hours is available at the Circulation Desk.
This will alert you to holidays and other circumstances which will cause the
library hours to vary.
LIBRARY SCHEDULE
Monday – Thursday 8:30 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Friday 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Sunday 1:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
To locate periodicals: Think of the library webpage as a gateway to help you
do your research and to bring items directly to your desk at your home.
Library Webpage URL: www.okcu.edu/library/mainlibrary.htm
The library has several periodical databases,
available through the library webpage including Ebscohost,
JSTOR, FirstSearch, and others. Paper indexes are
available in the library. The library has both paper and electronic journals.
The library catalog shows what titles we own or have access to. There is now a
direct link from the title of the journal to the full-text database in which it
can be found via the library homepage.
The Daily Oklahoman and The Tulsa World are available online
and archived back to 1982 for The Oklahoman and back to 1990 for the Tulsa
World. The Wall Street Journal and The New York Times
are paper newspapers that are preserved on microfilm.
Tip: Bookmark the URL for the Dulaney-Browne Library
webpage. You can do research there as easily as you can research on GOOGLE, and your professors will feel better about your
results: www.okcu.edu/library/mainlibrary.htm
To locate books:
A part of the library webpage, www.okcu.edu/library/mainlibrary.htm
is the online library catalog or OPAC. It is available from any point on campus
where a student or faculty member has a port and a connection to the campus
computer network or the Internet. WORLDCAT, a database of library holdings from
across the world is available through the library homepage. This database will
let you find out if a book exists on your topic, and if so, what library has
it. If DBL does not own it, the Interlibrary Loan Department will borrow it for
you.
Tip: New items are listed only in the online catalog. The librarians no longer
file card sets in the library card catalog.
To borrow books: The OCU identification card with your photo on it is also your
library card. You should be sure to have it with you to check books out of the
library. The library system requires the barcode from the card.
When you graduate from Oklahoma City University and become an alumnus, you can
continue your library privileges by exchanging your identification card for a
Friends Library Card.
A student may check out a total of fifteen circulating books and five items
from the reserve shelves. It is possible to renew a book three times if no one
has requested the book. If a book has been requested or reserved, it has to be
returned on the due date and no further renewals are possible. A fine of ten
cents per day per book is charged for the late return of circulating books. A
fine of fifty cents per book per day is charged for overdue reserve materials
and overdue interlibrary loan materials. A lost book is charged to the holder
of the library card used to check the book out.
Tip: If a friend loses a book after checking it out on your card, you pay for
the book. Be very careful and cautious about allowing your library card to be
used by someone else.
It is expected that an OCU student will be mature enough to manage his or her
library borrowing and to return materials on time.
All library materials are security protected. If the security alarm sounds as a
student exits, the student should return to the circulation counter so the
materials may be properly disarmed.
Library theft is a serious matter, punishable by law.
OKLAHOMA STATUTES STATE THEFT OR DISTRUCTION OF LIBRARY MATERIAL IS A
MISDEMEANOR.
Any person will be guilty, upon conviction, of library theft who willfully:
1. Removes or attempts to remove any library materials from the premises of a
library facility without authority; or
2. Mutilates, destroys, alters, or otherwise damages, in whole or part, any
library materials; or
3. Fails to return any library materials to the library facility within seven
days after demand has been made for the return of library materials.
PUNISHMENT FOR CONVICTION OF LIBRARY THEFT IS RESTITUTION AND/OR A FINE OF UP TO $10,000.
Oklahoma City University affirms the contributions of on-campus living in
enhancing the academic environment and in providing satisfying personal and social
experiences. The university offers numerous options for on-campus living,
including traditional dormitory-style residences, apartments, and fraternity
housing.
There are five residence halls on the OCU campus: Walker, Banning, Smith,
Draper, and Harris halls. Each residence hall is directed by a head resident
and three to seven resident assistants, whose function is to assist residents,
answer questions and solve problems related to residence hall life. Rules that
all residents and guests must obey are enforced by the head resident and
resident assistants. Violation of any of the regulations may result in
termination of enrollment.
Cokesbury Court Apartments are managed by Century Development and offer
apartment living with the convenience of on-campus living. Complex amenities
include the security of card-key entry and an eigh-foot
wrought-iron fence. Apartment options include efficiencies, two- and
four-bedroom apartments, outdoor swimming pool, Jacuzzi, on-site parking and
laundry, and Campus Technology computer connections in each apartment.
University Manor Apartments are owned and managed by Oklahoma City University.
Inquiries regarding leases should be directed to the director of residence life
in the Office of Student Life. Appropriate resident hall regulations apply to
residents of University Manor Apartments. This complex has a swimming pool,
on-site parking, and laundry facilities. It is available to upperclassmen only.
Fraternity residence facilities are available for members of the Lamba Chi Alpha, Kappa Alpha, and Kappa Sigma chapters.
Each facility is operated by the chapter, and complies with university
regulations. The amenities offered vary by facility.
A. Rights Regarding On-Campus Living
1. Rights of On-Campus Residents
As a resident, you have a right to:
a. Read and study in your room free from undue interference.
b. Have control over your personal possessions.
c. Free access to your room and suite facilities.
d. A clean environment in which to live.
e. Sleep and relax in your room.
f. Entertain guests when it does not infringe upon a roommate’s or community’s rights.
g. Confront another’s behavior that infringes on your rights.
h. Seek the aid of staff in resolving possible roommate conflicts after unsuccessfully attempting to reach a resolution.
2. Rights of the university
a. The university specifically reserves the right to conduct routine or private searches of students and their on-campus premises, including residence halls, University Manor, Cokesbury Court Apartments, and fraternity housing, to ensure health and safety, or if there is reason to suspect a violation of any university policy. Violations include, but are not limited to, possession of stolen property, possession of alcohol or controlled substances, possession of firearms or explosives. The university further reserves the right of entry into quarters for general inspection, cleaning, repairs, or maintenance of order.
b. The university specifically reserves the right to cancel or change a housing assignment in the interest of the resident group, study conditions in the enforcement of policies governing conduct, health, sanitation, and safety, and in cases of recognized emergency.
The university specifically reserves the right, when necessary or practical, to close on-campus housing (excluding student apartments) during official university vacation periods, for reasons of emergency, extended periods between terms, and summer terms.
B. On-Campus Housing Regulations
The following regulations apply to all students residing in on-campus housing, including the residence halls, fraternity houses, Cokesbury Court Apartments, and University Manor Apartments:
1. Residency Requirements
a. All single, full-time undergraduate students under the age of twenty one not residing at home with a parent or legal guardian must live in on-campus housing. First-time freshmen will reside in the residence halls. All other students may opt to reside in any on-campus housing facility including the residence halls, fraternity houses (for fraternity members), Cokesbury Court Apartments and University Manor Apartments. Requests by special needs students under the age of twenty one to live off-campus, even with parents, must have permission from the director of residence life. Requests must be submitted in writing to the Office of Student Life each semester two weeks before the first day of classes.
b. Residence halls, University Manor Apartments, and fraternity houses must be enrolled, full-time students at Oklahoma City University. Approval to reside in these facilities while enrolled less than full-time must be granted by the director of residence life. Part-time students may reside in the other on-campus facilities without special approval.
c. All residents of on-campus housing must participate in a meal plan. Residents of residence halls must participate in a full board plan, while all other on-campus residents must participate in a partial plan. Full details about university dining services are available from the Cashier’s Office, Office of Student Life, and the Sodexho food service. Commuter meal plans are available to commuter students only.
2. General Policies for On-Campus Living
a. Residence in on-campus housing automatically confers the privilege of participation in the resident government organization established by the residents and confers responsibility for cooperating with the staff and other officials on activities and policies for the benefit of the group.
b. On-campus residents are required to attend all regularly scheduled hall and/or floor meetings.
c. A resident who is suspended or expelled from the university, or is removed from any on-campus residence facility for reason of improper conduct or for violation of university regulations is not entitled to a refund.
d. The university firearms and hazardous materials policy located in this Handbook applies to all on-campus housing.
e. Sexual relations are not permitted.
f. All fines will be applied to students’ accounts. Grades and transcripts will not be released if any account is not cleared in accordance with the records of the Cashier’s Office.
3. Drugs and Alcohol
a. The manufacture, presence, sale, or consumption of alcoholic beverages or illegal narcotics is prohibited on the Oklahoma City University campus, its facilities and its property, and at university activities. Violations of this policy may result in suspension or expulsion from the university. The dean of students is authorized to require a student who he or she has reasonable grounds to believe is improperly using or possessing a controlled substance, to participate in a drug screening program. The university reserves the right to inspect a dorm resident’s room if that individual is suspected of being in possession of a controlled substance.
b. The possession of empty alcohol containers will be considered a violation of the alcohol policy.
The following guidelines and regulations pertain to student residing in University Manor Apartments and the residence halls:
1. Check-in and Check-Out Procedures
a. Each resident will be required to complete a room inventory form when checking in. This includes transfer from one room to another during a term. The form indicates the condition of the room and allows for notation of any existing damage. Charges will be assessed based on damages reported.
b. Check-in must be completed prior to 10:00 p.m. on the day before classes begin, unless the student provides the Office of Student Life advance written notice of late arrival.
c. Upon check-out, rooms must be left in the same condition they were when initially occupied. Students will be charged for any damages in the rooms.
d. All furnishings which are not property of the university must be removed by the resident prior to check-out.
e. Residence hall rooms must be thoroughly cleaned and inspected by the head resident or resident assistant prior to vacating quarters or transferring to another room.
f. Rent payment covers occupancy of the assigned space from the official opening to twelve hours after the official withdrawal from the university, or twenty-four hours after a student’s last final examination. Residents vacating the residence halls prior to the completion of their contract will be charged their total residence hall fee if vacating after mid-semester. Residents vacating before mid-semester but prior to the completion of their contract will be billed for the length of their residence. Rent payment does not cover occupancy during official university vacation periods or extended periods between terms. The university reserves the right, when necessary or practical, to close the residence halls during these periods. Special arrangements are available for residents who must remain during such periods. Residents will incur an additional charge. Official opening and closing times will be listed in the academic calendar, and will be posted in residence halls.
2. General Rules and Regulations
a. Students must supply bedding, including deep-pocket or extra long sheets, pillows, pillow cases, blankets, towels, and bedspread. Beds are twin size.
b. Stereos may not be played loudly enough to be heard outside individual rooms during quiet hours.
c. No pictures or articles that would leave permanent damage may be tacked or fastened in any way to the walls, woodwork, furniture, or electrical fixtures.
d. No sexist, racist, or sexually explicit posters, pictures, articles or videos permitted in the residence halls.
e. Burning incense and candles is strictly prohibited.
f. Residents are allowed one small artificial Christmas tree. Real or live trees and boughs are prohibited. Christmas lights are allowed in the windows if they are placed safely and do not overload the circuits. Head residents have final approval on all Christmas decorations.
3. Appliances and Cooking
a. Cooking appliances are prohibited in the residence halls. This includes hot pots, toaster ovens, popcorn poppers, fry pots, and crock pots. Automatic shut-off coffeemakers and rice cookers are the only exceptions. Microwave ovens and toaster ovens are available in the residence hall lobbies for preparing snacks.
b. Minirefrigerators up to three-cubic feet, are permitted in residence hall rooms.
c. Combination microwave/minirefrigerators approved by the Office of Student Life are permitted in residence hall rooms.
d. The possession or use of space heaters is prohibited
4. Laundry
a. Coin-operated washers and dryers are available in all residence halls except Harris Hall.
b. Ironing must be done in the area provided for that purpose not in the residence halls rooms. Charges will be assessed for damage caused by irons.
5. Computers
a. Only residents are allowed to use computers provided in the residence hall lobbies.
6. Quiet Hours and Visitation
a. Quiet hours are between 8 p.m. and 9 a.m.
b. Lobbies are subject to closure for campus activities at the discretion of the Office of Student Life. Every attempt will be made to provide advance notice of lobby closings.
c. Lobby hours are 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m (Sunday – Thursday) and 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 a.m. (Friday and Saturday). These hours may be adjusted at the discretion of the director of residence life or head resident.
d. Unaccompanied guests are not allowed to play games in the residence hall lobbies.
e. Opposite sex visitation in male and female residence halls is limited to during authorized visitation hours. Sunday – Thursday 11:00 a.m. – midnight.; Friday and Saturday 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 a.m.
f. Residents must register and escort guests while in the residence halls. Residents are limited to two guests.
7. Overnight Guests
a. Charges will be made for nonresident guests to remain in the residence halls overnight. Overnight guests must be approved by and registered with the head resident.
b. Charges for unauthorized guests will be placed on the hosting student’s university billing account.
c. Overnight guests are not allowed during Christmas and spring breaks.
d. Overnight guests may not sleep on the floors in the residence halls due to fire codes. A bed must be used by all guests.
e. A limited number of guest rooms are available in the residence halls. Reservations must be made in the Office of Student Life. Guests will be charged a fee.
8. Doors and Windows
a. Residents and guests are prohibited from being on or using the ledges outside windows in Smith and Banning halls. This includes drying clothes, sunbathing, and storage.
b. Placing objects in dormitory doors to prop them open is forbidden.
c. The windows at Walker Hall must remain closed at all times. Any damage to the windows will be posted to the student account. Windows cannot be covered with foil, paper, etc.
d