COMMUNITY LIVING CREED – Residence Life

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Our Campus Living Community Values

Living on the Texas A&M University campus means living in a community of students. This community is a dynamic place, composed of various people with different values, cultures, lifestyles and attitudes. As members of the community, we must strive to understand the individuality and life choices of those among us. We can best learn from one another in an atmosphere of positive encouragement and mutual respect. We must possess a genuine desire to learn from those around us as well as give others the respect and tolerance we desire. Each person has a role to play in our residential community and should be allowed to do so.

Core Elements of All Residence Life Communities

Texas A&M’s residential communities are grounded in core values that guide how we live and learn together. Education encourages learning beyond the classroom and Openness supports the free exchange of ideas. Respect honors individuality, while Caring promotes each person’s well‑being and service to others. Involvement ensures everyone has a voice, and Ownership fosters responsibility for our shared spaces. Celebration brings Texas A&M’s history, culture and traditions to life within the community.

Core Rights of Every Resident

To socialize in your room/apartment
To sleep and study without disturbance
To live in a supportive and stimulating community
To live in a safe, secure, healthy and clean environment
To enjoy access to a variety of programs, services and facilities
To involve yourself and others in promoting an educational, open, respectful, responsible, caring, involving and celebrative community

Core Responsibilities in Our Residential Communities

To consider the needs of other residents and balance them with your own needs
To promote care of the physical facilities, equipment and services
To demonstrate a commitment to the community by getting involved
To promote campus and individual safety
To demonstrate dignity and respect for all individuals
To communicate with other residents and staff members to let other residents know when they are disturbing you