Residence Halls

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No decorations may hinder the use of or restrict access to hallways, breezeways, doorways, stairs, corridors or fire safety equipment. No one should attach anything to or tamper with light fixtures, sprinkler heads or exit signs. Staff may remove decorations, and resident(s) may be billed for cleaning or damage.

Residence Life has determined that 3M Command Strips and poster putty will damage room walls in Hullabaloo Hall and the White Creek Apartments. Please consult with a RA for other products.

Residents may not add any permanent fixtures, wallpaper the room/apartment. Resident may not use nails or tack that will leave holes in the walls. Residents may not drill holes in the walls or door frames. Residents may be assessed the appropriate charges to bring the room/apartment back to its original condition. Flammable material (posters, cloth, etc.) may not be attached to room/ apartment ceilings or light fixtures.

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Damage to or littering on University property is not permitted. Damage will be billed to individual students or groups of residents as necessary and may also result in University discipline and/or criminal charges being pursued. Your assistance in properly utilizing the grounds outside the Department of Residence Life facilities is expected. This is best accomplished by avoiding large scale activities on the grounds during wet or rainy periods when the turf is likely to be damaged.

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Dating violence is defined in the Texas A&M Student Code of Conduct as any violence committed by a person who is or has been in a social relationship of a romantic or intimate nature with the victim. For further information, please see Health, Safety, & Security > Title IX Complaints – Reporting to the University Regarding Sexual Harassment, Sexual Assault, Dating and Domestic Violence, Stalking, or Rape.

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For a community atmosphere to develop, residents must show respect and courtesy toward each other. Residents must comply with noise reduction or other reasonable requests in a prompt and considerate manner. Disregarding the rights of others or creating circumstances that could jeopardize life, limb or property may be cause for contract termination and/or university disciplinary charges.

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An offensive odor is any odor or aroma of such intensity that it becomes apparent and is offensive to others. Any odor can become offensive when it is too strong. Some examples are cooking smells, perfume, air-freshening spray or large amounts of dirty laundry. Offensive odors will be addressed by the Residence Hall/University Apartments staff when complaints are received.

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Campaigning rules and regulations are governed by the Student Government Association and the Residential Housing Association (RHA). If you have any questions or concerns with campaigning in the residence halls, please contact your residence hall staff.

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Starting a fire within an apartment or residence hall or within the immediate surroundings outside an apartment or residence hall is strictly prohibited at all times. Violations of this rule, which may also be considered violations of state law, include setting fire to items on a room door or bulletin board or any other flammable material in the hall, as well as starting outdoor fires in non-designated areas. Grilling in designated grill areas is permitted.

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The following appliances are not allowed in the University Apartments or Residence Halls: window unit air conditioners, space heaters, dishwashers, and washer and dryers except where installed by the Department of Residence Life. See additional information in Amenities > Add-Ons > Microwave Ovens & Combination Refrigerator/Microwave Appliances.

Prohibited appliances and equipment include but are not limited to the following:

• Camping stoves, electric skillets
• Ceiling fans, unless installed by the Department of Residence Life
• Electric power tools (with exception of storage for use outside the buildings)
• Gas power tools
• Griddles, grills (George Foreman type, charcoal, or propane), panini presses
• Halogen torchiere lamps
• Hot oil popcorn poppers
• Hot plates, sandwich makers, toasters and toaster ovens (residence halls only)
• Induction cooking appliances
• Pressure cookers, “instant pot” type cookers
• Space heaters

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Assistance Animals (as defined by the Fair Housing Act), Service Animals (as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act) and the official university mascot are allowed in the residence halls and university apartments. Students needing an assistance animal must be approved prior to the animal arriving on campus.

Assistance Animals (as defined by the Fair Housing Act) are only allowed in a student’s apartment or room after a request has been submitted and permission has been granted by the Department of Residence Life. Requests for assistance animals must be approved in writing before the resident brings the animal on campus.

Requests for assistance animals should be directed to Jeff Wilson, Associate Director of Residence Life at 979.845.4744 or [email protected].

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