{"id":4751,"date":"2022-08-29T18:56:11","date_gmt":"2022-08-29T22:56:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/marymount.edu\/student-life\/?page_id=4751"},"modified":"2023-11-29T09:34:32","modified_gmt":"2023-11-29T14:34:32","slug":"2022-2023-housing-policy-handbook","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/marymount.edu\/student-life\/housing\/current-students\/policy\/2022-2023-housing-policy-handbook\/","title":{"rendered":"2022 – 2023 Housing Policy Handbook"},"content":{"rendered":"
Mission Statement: <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n The Office of Student Living advances the mission and vision of Marymount University by providing residential and commuter services that create and sustain safe, student-centered communities, that enhance the sense of belonging, academic and personal success of students, and provide an inclusive, engaged, and safe environment. The Office of Student Living will also support the University in creating a safe, secure, and healthy environment by providing access services, overseeing the Dining contract, and the University Spirit Shop.<\/span><\/p>\n Operating Goals: <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Residence Hall Behavior Standards <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Review of Behavior Standards <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n The policies and procedures that are enforced in the residence halls have been established to help maintain a cooperative living environment that supports both the academic mission of Marymount University, as well as allows individuals enough freedom to maintain a comfortable lifestyle. All members of the residence halls will be held accountable for observing the rules and policies contained in this publication, the Student Community Conduct Code<\/u>, and the terms and conditions of each housing agreement.<\/span><\/p>\n A resident of the residence halls is expected to abide by the terms and conditions of the residence hall \u00a0housing agreement, including the behavior standards listed in this section.<\/span><\/p>\n The residence hall behavior standards are enforced with the procedures described in this section. They apply to students living in the residence halls and are in addition to the university\u2019s general Standard of\u00a0 Conduct for students. The focus of these policies is to create a comfortable, quiet community living environment that supports the pursuit of academic and personal goals of students rather than to restrict freedoms. A secondary focus of the residence hall behavior standards is to assist students in becoming more responsible members of the community.<\/span><\/p>\n It is important to realize that formal policies attempt to set standards to ensure that community members live together in a cooperative fashion. These policies, however, constitute only a small portion of what is necessary to ensure that residents respect each other and are considerate of each other\u2019s feelings, needs and concerns. Successful residence hall operations require the residents of each community to take the time regularly to discuss the positive and negative effects of happenings in their community and come to a consensus on actions needed to solve problems.<\/span><\/p>\n Appropriate Residence Hall Conduct <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Participating in any conduct covered by the following policies will subject individuals to action taken as described in the following section. These policies apply to the behavior of all residents and their guests while in the residence halls, the grounds adjacent to the residence halls, and all residence hall sponsored on or off-campus activities.<\/span><\/p>\n In addition to those policies outlined in the Student Community Conduct Code<\/u>, the following actions and\u00a0 behaviors are specifically prohibited in the residence halls:<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Residents are expected to inform their guests of the policies governing behavior in the residence halls.\u00a0 Also, residents should make their guests aware that guests who fail to observe residence hall policies may be denied access to the residence halls and are subject to action through the Office of Student\u00a0 Conduct and Academic Integrity. Residents are responsible for their guest’s actions and may be held accountable for their guest’s actions through the student conduct process.<\/span><\/p>\n Review and Resolution of Misconduct <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n The Office of Student Living may take reasonable action against a student when the evidence indicates that the student has been involved in a violation of a residence hall policy. When determining a\u00a0 reasonable resolution to an incident, the Office of Student Living will take into consideration the interests of the residence hall community, the university community, the student who violated the policy, and previously documented incidents involving each student and residence hall policy violations.<\/span><\/p>\n When a residence hall policy violation occurs, one or more of the following processes of resolution may be followed:<\/span><\/p>\n Marymount University Campus Residency Policy <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Undergraduates attending Marymount University are required to reside in University housing or University approved housing. Exceptions to the campus residency policy may be granted to students under certain conditions. The eight (8) conditions that can exempt a student from\u00a0 the campus residency policy are:<\/span><\/p>\n Students requesting an exemption based on off-campus residence must provide supporting documentation such as a signed lease in their name This exemption only applies to students in their Senior year who are in good academic standing<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n Non-Compliance <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n The campus residency requirement is a university policy. As such, compliance is a condition of a\u00a0 student\u2019s admission to Marymount University. Students who are included in the Campus Residency\u00a0 Policy must do one of the following:<\/span><\/p>\n Students who do not follow one of the two compliance options by the stated deadlines will be given an \u00a0administrative double room assignment in university housing. The semester rate of the assigned room, as well as the cost of a meal plan, will be charged to the student\u2019s account.<\/span><\/p>\n Facilities and Services <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n As you will observe, the residence halls offer more than just a place to eat and sleep. Residential Life is the housing option that offers the most extensive study and academic assistance resources, as well as the most comprehensive set of meal and support services available within steps away from your residential home.<\/span><\/p>\n Accidents\/Illnesses <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n For your protection and assistance, you are asked to report any accident or illness to your Resident Assistant or the Office of Student Living, who will be able to assist you with any special needs or accommodations you may have. If you need medical attention, the Student Health Center is available to you. You can reach the Health Center at 703-284-1610.<\/span><\/p>\n Building Security <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Maintaining a safe living environment is a high priority for Student Living; however, the most significant factor in maintaining a secure environment is the support of the residents. Residents can help foster a\u00a0 safe living environment by doing the following:<\/span><\/p>\n Keys <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n For your safety and security, room locks are changed following the report of a lost key. There is a $350.00 charge per core<\/strong> (If you are in a suite you will be charged for all doors being re-core) each time you lose a key. In the event you find yourself locked out of your room, lockouts will be $25 after your first.<\/span><\/p>\n Laundry Facilities <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Laundry facilities are conveniently located in every building. Laundry services are covered in your residence hall room cost, providing our students with unlimited washing and drying. Most laundry rooms are furnished with folding tables. Washers and Dryers are also enabled with a Laundry Alert system that provides real-time information for when your loads are done. Ask your Resident Assistant for information on accessing Laundry Alert.<\/span><\/p>\n It is your responsibility to remove your clothes in a timely fashion (when the load is done). If items being \u00a0washed or dried go missing or you believe they have been stolen, report the issue immediately to Campus Safety (703-284-1600)<\/span><\/p>\n Mail Boxes <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n All campus mail is handled by the Mail Room located on the G1 level of Berg Hall. Packages may be picked up here between the hours of 9:00 am-5:00 pm Monday through Friday and 9:00 am-1:00 pm on\u00a0 Saturdays. Smaller mail items will be placed in your assigned mailbox, located in Rowley, Ostapenko, and the Lee Center.<\/span><\/p>\n Parking <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Campus parking passes are available at the Parking Office in the corner office outside the main campus\u00a0 Library facing the Blue Garage. Students who wish to apply for parking on campus can contact the Parking Office at idpark@marymount.edu for more information. Students must have Junior status to be granted a parking pass or may fill out a parking exemption form which can be found at the Parking Office.<\/span><\/p>\n Overnight Absences <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n If you are going to be absent from your hall for multiple nights (3 or more), you are encouraged to notify your Resident Assistant so that you can be contacted if an emergency should arise within the hall.<\/span><\/p>\n Overnight Guests <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Residents are responsible for making guests aware of the Residence Hall policies. Residents may also be \u00a0held responsible for their guest\u2019s behavior. No more than one guest per resident of the room may stay \u00a0overnight. Guests may not stay overnight for more than three consecutive nights and a total of seven nights \u00a0during a semester. Guests may only stay in rooms or suites designated for their gender. Overnight guests are always subject to the consent of the room, suite, or apartment mates. Overnight guests must be approved through the Office of Student Living at least 48 hours in advance of the guest’s arrival.<\/span><\/p>\n Room Repairs <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Residents are expected to promptly report any maintenance issues through the \u201cMaintenance Requests\u201d log-in through http:\/\/my.marymount.edu<\/u>. Any maintenance issues that are not reported may result in damage charges during the checkout process. During check-in make sure your Room Condition Report (RCR) notes any existing damages or issues in the room so they will not be charged to you at a\u00a0 later time. You can report damages on your RCR with your Resident Assistant during check-in.\u00a0 As you find it necessary during the year to have repairs made to your room or common areas, please contact your Resident Assistant and submit an online Maintenance Request through my.Marymount\u00a0 -> Sign On Links. Resident Assistants are able to assist you in having the work completed by the professional maintenance staff.<\/span><\/p>\n Stolen Property <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n In the event of a theft, contact Campus Safety immediately (703-284-1600). You should also notify your\u00a0 Resident Assistant. Your Resident Assistant can support you as you work with Campus Safety to relocate your missing property. Since Marymount University is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged property, it is wise to either obtain personal property insurance or arrange for coverage under your parents\u2019 homeowners insurance. The best insurance, however, is to keep your door(s) locked.<\/span><\/p>\n Dining Services <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Meals <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Meal Plans <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Any member of the Marymount community is eligible to purchase one of the various dining plan options. The different plans are geared to fit the varied needs of today\u2019s students, faculty, and staff. For\u00a0 updated meal plan information go to: https:\/\/marymount.edu\/student-life\/housing\/dining-1\/<\/strong><\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Changing Meal Plans <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Students may change their meal plan up until the first day of Fall classes. Any changes within the first two weeks of school will result in proration.<\/span><\/p>\n Community Standards and Policies <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n The following is a description of the general operating policies currently enforced in the residence halls.\u00a0 They have been established by previous residents with the intention of supporting an environment that allows for individual expression while still maintaining a reasonable academic community atmosphere.\u00a0 These policies are effective at the start of the academic year; however, as much as these policies need to reflect the needs of our campus residents, most may be subject to reasonable change upon the recommendation of the student governance such as the Student Government Association (SGA) and the approval of the Associate Vice President of Student Life. If changes are made, you will be informed of such changes prior to their enactment.<\/span><\/p>\n If you have any further questions about the enforcement or the purpose of the following policies, you are advised to discuss them with your Resident Assistant.<\/span><\/p>\n Alcoholic Beverages <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Marymount University is concerned about students who improperly use alcohol and other drugs and the effects such use may have on their health, academic success, interpersonal relationships, and ultimately their future. The misuse of alcohol, the use of illicit drugs, and the misuse of prescription medications are discouraged, disciplined, and not tolerated. Our goal can be achieved by campus-wide involvement\u00a0 in comprehensive and ongoing alcohol and drug education, and the enforcement of Marymount\u00a0 University\u2019s Alcohol and Drug Policy<\/span><\/p>\n\n
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