RESIDENCE LIFE

HANDBOOK

2019 2020

SUNY Broome Housing Office Contact Information:

Housing Office

SUNY Broome- Old Science 223

907 Upper Front Street

Binghamton, NY 13905

607-778-5307

607-778-5392 (fax)

SUNY Broome Student Village Student Mailing Address:

Name

Suite Number

Student Village - SUNY Broome

25 Wales Loop

Binghamton, NY 13905

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Inside Back Housing Office Contact Cover Information and

Student Mailing Address

1 Welcome from the Director Of Residential Life and Housing

2 Housing Philosophy Student Village Fast Facts Suite and Room Information

3 Eligibility for Housing Housing License Highlights

4 Student Village Amenities

5 Cable/Internet Student Village Staff

6 What To Bring With You 7 What NOT To Bring

8-9 The Fun Side of Campus Life

10-11 Campus Safety Information

12-21 Housing Policies 22 Map of Campus/Parking

Welcome from the Director of Residential Life and Housing

SUNY Broome is pleased to offer you the opportunity to live on campus in our state-of-the-art residence hall. Living in the hall, you will interact with students, staff and faculty to build a diverse living and learning community that will complement your educational experiences and contribute to your overall development as a college student. As a resident, you will conveniently attend classes; take advantage of being near the learning centers and the library, as well as access comprehensive services outside the classroom. Co-curricular programs and activities, sporting events and cultural performances

held in the evening and on weekends are just a quick walk across campus. Residence halls are more than just a place to live; they make an already great education even better. We are pleased to be a part of your college experience. Our program strives to provide a living environment that is comfortable, conducive to building a positive community, study and intellectual achievement. We are a center for learning for all of its students, therefore we believe in free inquiry and free expression. Students are encouraged to develop the capacity for critical judgment and to learn about themselves and others. I encourage and challenge you to become a part of the Student Village community. Be sure to build relationships with your roommates, suitemates and fellow residents. And take the time to stop by the front desk and introduce yourself to our amazing staff. We are all here to welcome you and support you in the best way we can. We hope to assist you, share information and resources, or just to be part of your day. I hope you have a fantastic 2019-2020, and do not hesitate to contact any member of the Housing team for help. Go Hornets! Dr. Amy Zieziula, Ed. D. Director of Residential Life and Housing SUNY Broome Community College

Housing Philosophy

At SUNY Broome, we work with students to foster their growth not just academically, but emotionally, culturally, ethically, socially, psychologically, and spiritually. Knowing that living on campus is an integral part of the student’s overall collegiate experience, we have carefully developed a program that allows for the students’ educational and personal development. In doing so, we ask that each student takes responsibility for their own experience. We serve as guides and advocates while they experience collegiate life on their own terms. Living in a community goes beyond the neighborhood and is now a global endeavor. Students will be exposed to various cultures while living on campus and it is expected that each student develops an appreciation for the differences amongst one another. Lastly, we expect that all students take advantage of the wide variety of opportunities afforded to them while they are a student at SUNY Broome. There are many cultural, social, academic, and developmental activities available, all organized to assist every student grow academically and globally.

Student Village Fast Facts

The Student Village opened in fall of 2014.

It can house up to 360 students made up of 60 six-person suites.

Students from across the country and around the world come to SUNY Broome and reside on campus.

The building has a Skype lounge where students can connect with family and friends.

There is a dedicated parking lot for students living in the Student Village just a few steps from the front door.

Student Village Suite and Room Information Each suite has a kitchen, living room, two bathrooms, and four bedrooms. Two bedrooms are doubles (two people per room) and two are singles (1 person per room). The average bedroom is 9ft x 11ft for a single and 10ft x 16ft for a double room. There is a lounge and there are study areas on each floor. Each suite comes fully furnished with the following:

Living room: Couch, chair, entertainment center, end table and coffee table

Bedrooms: Extra-long twin size bed which is 80” x 26”, wardrobe, small dresser, desk, and chair.

Kitchen: Full size refrigerator, electric stovetop, kitchen cabinets, and kitchen table with chairs, and a microwave oven

Each suite has two (2) full bathrooms with shower and pressure-assisted toilets.

Eligibility for Housing

Students must meet the following to be eligible to live in SUNY Broome Community College on-campus housing. Rooms are granted on a first come, first serve basis once all of the below items are completed. As rooms become available, students will be contacted and offered a room. GPA Requirement

New students must have graduated from high school, or equivalent, with at least a 1.75, or comparable, grade point average (GPA).

Returning students must have at least a 2.0 SUNY Broome GPA

Course Load

All students in housing must be matriculated, enrolled as full-time students, and in good academic and disciplinary standing. If, after occupancy and the drop/add period a student is no longer full-time, the decision to terminate the license is at the discretion of the Director of Housing.

Students under 18 years old must contact the Housing Office.

Financial Requirements

A $300 security deposit must be paid to apply for housing. Should space not be available, this deposit is used to secure the student a spot on the waiting list. Full information regarding the security deposit can be found in the Housing License.

Financial Aid and Student Account paperwork must be completed within two weeks of applying to on-campus housing. This includes completing your FAFSA, completing any requested paperwork, and submitting your Residency Certificate.

Health Paperwork

Students must submit MMR and paperwork to SUNY Broome Health Services

Housing License Highlights

The following are highlights from the Housing License all residential students must agree to and abide by. Everyone should read and understand the license they are agreeing to as it is a legal and binding document. To review the full housing license, please go to http://www2.sunybroome.edu/housing/

You are signing a contract for a specific period of time, typically for the full academic year.

If you decide to move off campus, but are still enrolled at SUNY Broome, you will still be charged for housing for the entire term of your contract.

Students residing on campus are required to purchase a minimum of fourteen (14) meals per week from the College meal plan options.

Having guests come over and visit is AWESOME, as long as everyone in the suite is on board.

Make sure you get RENTER’S INSURANCE. Better safe than sorry.

Amongst many housing and conduct policies, if a student is found to be in possession of or using alcohol or non-prescribed drugs or paraphernalia twice (in any combination) during the academic year, they will be removed from housing.

Again, these are just a few important points. Please make sure that you read and understand the entire Housing License. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact the Housing Office.

Student Village Amenities As you enter the hall you will notice a front desk staffed with students who are available to assist you 24/7. These front desk attendants are responsible for maintaining a safe and comfortable residence hall environment. Should you have any questions you can reach out to them at any time. This area is where you can pick up your mail. For those who like fitness, next to the front desk you have access to a weight room with many options available to students of all skill level. There is also a classroom where some of your professors may be teaching. How handy is that? You can roll out of bed and right into class. Additionally, each floor has a common room/lounge located in the center. Each common room includes a TV with cable and lounge furniture. Next to this center lounge, there are laundry rooms on each floor and vending services on the first floor.

The Student Village has both heat and air conditioning. Each suite’s temperature is controlled centrally so that all residents can remain comfortable year round. The Student Village prides itself on being an attractive building as well. We have our own facilities staff dedicated that upkeep of the hall. Although we don’t clean up after individual residents, we do clean common spaces, salt the sidewalks in the winter, and are available to help take care of any issues that may arise over your time at the Student Village.

Cable/Internet Cable service is provided free of charge in each residential bedroom as well as in the suite living room. Students must provide their own cable cord. Channel listings are provided to students in an information packet when they check into the building in August. The entire building has wireless internet, which students can access with their SUNY Broome email and login. All SUNY Broome students receive a student e-mail account. This email is used to register your computer and any peripherals, such as a video game system. For questions or problems regarding computer/internet services, please see the Front Desk of the Student Village.

Student Village Staff Director of Residential Life and Housing The Director is responsible for all aspects of the residential life program at SUNY Broome. The Director provides direction for the training and programming activities. Additional responsibilities also include housing management, technology management, budget oversight, a link to health and safety, and program development.

Residence Directors (RDs) The residence hall is supervised by two Residence Directors. The RD office is located on the first floor and fourth floor of the building. The RDs are full-time professional staff members who reside in the building. They work with the student staff members and students to establish and maintain a healthy and safe community in the residence halls.

Resident Assistants (RAs) Resident Assistants (RAs) are student staff members who live in the residence halls. As a member of the Housing and Residence Life staff, 2-3 RA’s are assigned to each floor. RAs are selected on the basis of leadership and other personal qualities that enable them to assist residential students with concerns and everyday issues.

Housing Coordinator This individual coordinates the daily activities in the office including answering questions, data processing and is most likely the first person to greet you in the Housing and Residence Life Office.

Building Services The Building Services staff, led by a Facilities Lead, is responsible for the overall upkeep of the Student Village. This includes repairing items as needed, cleaning the hallways, lounges and other public areas.

What to Bring

Personal Care

Band-Aids/First aid kit

Hangers for your clothes

Iron and ironing board

Laundry basket or bag

Laundry supplies

Rolls of quarters for vending machines

Small sewing kit

Entertainment

Board games and playing cards

Video game system

Camera

Books

Small stereo or portable CD player,

Pod or MP3 player

Television and cable TV cord

DVD player, DVD’s

Power strip with surge protector

Kitchen

Cups and glasses

Dishcloths, dish towels, and dish soap

Dishes and cooking utensils that are

microwave safe (microwave provided

in the kitchen)

Eating utensils

Food and snacks (should you want to

cook in the suite)

Paper towels and napkins

Pots and pans

Trash can, garbage bags, lunch bags and

sandwich bags

Cleaning supplies: mop, broom, dust

pan, cleaning solution, vacuum

Small appliances: toaster, coffeemaker,

blender, hand mixer, food processer etc.

Bedroom

Alarm clock (w/Battery Backup)

Clothes and shoes for all seasons

Personal computer with ability to access

a wireless signal (to access the campus

network). There are NO Ethernet ports

available in the Student Village.

XL twin-sized bed sheets, blankets and

at least one pillow

Bathroom

Cleaning supplies

Plunger

Air freshener

Shower curtain, shower curtain hooks &

bath rugs

Toilet paper

Toiletries

Towels and washcloths

Other Belongings

Prescription medications

Calendar with family/friends birthdays

highlighted

Desk supplies

Flashlight

Stationery, stamps, envelopes, & address

book

Text books

Umbrella

Framed pictures of family and friends

A fan

What NOT to Bring

PLEASE REVIEW THIS DOCUMENT CAREFULLY

These items are prohibited in or around the Student Village and violators are subject to

immediate action and/or removal by college personnel. The Housing Office reserves the right to authorize personnel to confiscate these items, as well as any item deemed to be a danger to

the individual, other residents or college property at any time. Confiscated items must be picked up by the resident within thirty (30) days of confiscation for the purpose of taking the

item off-campus. Residents are responsible for any charges related to confiscated items including, but not limited to, storage or transport. All confiscated items which are not picked

up and taken home may be disposed of by the Housing Office or staff.

Animals or pets of any kind, including snakes, turtles or fish

Candles (with or without wicks; decorative or otherwise), fireworks, explosives, charcoal/gas grills, oil lamps, incense or any combustible device (i.e., gasoline, benzene, flammable liquids, chemicals)

Dartboards of any kind including magnetic, felt or plastic tipped darts

Electrically amplified instruments, including DJ equipment, drum sets and electric guitars

Extension cords or multi-plug outlets (power strips with surge protectors are permitted)

Radio antennas, satellite dishes or any object that protrudes from a window or attaches to the exterior of the building

Firearms, weapons, or other dangerous instruments which may cause injury or damage to person or property. This includes, but is not limited to: firearms, B-B guns, paintball guns, fireworks, knives, swords, brass knuckles and archery equipment.

Halogen lamps, black lights, lava lamps or other high-intensity lamps including torchier lamps, spider lamps or any upward facing bowl lamps

Hot plates, toaster ovens, George Foreman & similar grills, electric fry pans, waffle, sandwich and quesadilla makers, oil fryers or auxiliary heaters, or refrigerators exceeding 4.0 cubic ft.

Kegs & beer balls, alcohol cans/bottles (full or empty), beer pong tables, funnels, shot glasses, wine or any other item affiliated with the consumption or possession of alcohol (including those beers designated “non-alcoholic”)

Live-cut Christmas trees & flammable decorations

Neon signs

Strings of lights (including holiday & rope lights)

Waterbeds, air mattresses, hot tubs, Jacuzzis, bed lofts, or cinder blocks

Weightlifting apparatus (barbells, free weights, exercise machines, pull up bars etc.)

Wireless routers from external providers

Portable heaters

The Fun Side of Campus Life

The Swarm The Swarm is a student portal where activities are posted, clubs post recruitment flyers, and where students can connect. It is our way of having all of the fun located in one spot. We encourage all students to check it out. Log-in once and you will be hooked. https://sunybroome.collegiatelink.net Activities Campus activities, such as Student Activities Day, the Giving of the Toys, Common Hour events, Athletic events, club meetings and activities, free music performances and contests are regularly available to all students. Check out The Swarm to see what is coming up. Clubs, Organizations and Honor Societies Would you like to share your interests in a curriculum, hobby, or sport? Would you like to focus your energies on some new exciting activity? Would you like to meet new, interesting people? Join a club! A list of clubs can be found on The Swarm. I told you we use it a lot. Can’t find the right fit for you, just get some friends together and we can start a new club for you.

Common Hour Each Thursday at 11:00AM, the campus holds a variety of Common Hour programs. Very few classes are held at this time to allow you to attend everything from lectures and discussion sessions to game shows in the cafeteria. The schedule of events is built right into the calendar. All you have to do is show up, and . . . they're free! Volunteer Whether through service learning classes, service clubs or individual projects, SUNY Broome provides a number of opportunities for you to better our community and our world. You can grow in your career or just help with a cause that interests you with hands-on experiences. Student Assembly Did you ever wonder what it would be like to run a city, a state, a country? Why not start at the campus level by running for office as an SA Senator or Executive Officer?

You will benefit from lots of experience in leadership and teamwork. And student leadership provides opportunities to travel and meet new friends, as well as campus and community leaders. If you have a problem, concern or idea, stop in and see your Student Assembly! Contact them at 607-778-5152.

Theater SUNY Broome’s “Little Theater Players” invite you to experience classic works by the world’s great playwrights, as well as new works and laboratory productions. While receiving professional training in Stanislavski-based method acting and “Viewpoints” work, students also study directing, stagecraft, playwriting and dance. Our theater students prove that “there’s no business like show business,” so come and join them in the Little Theater for an enriching and entertaining night out. Continuing Education Meet new people who share your interests, learn a new hobby, hone your work skills, or have fun exploring something new! There is something for everyone to enjoy with non-credit classes through SUNY Broome Continuing Education. To see what's available and register, visit www.sunybroome.edu/continuing-education, or call them at 607-778-5012. Athletics The following is a list of SUNY Broome athletic teams which regularly compete with other NJCAA teams. Whether you want to watch and cheer or join the team, we have a spot for you. The following teams are ready to have you cheer them on:

Basketball (men’s and women’s) Cross Country (men’s and women’s) Softball (women’s) Volleyball (women’s) Soccer (men’s and women’s) Tennis (men’s and women’s) Lacrosse (men’s and women’s) Baseball (men’s) Cheerleading (co-ed)

Want more information? Check out http://www.bcchornets.com.

Intramurals Is your interest in sports more recreational than intense? Consider joining an intramural event. Lots of students on campus do . . . just for the fun of it. Contact the Student Activities Office about participating in the following events:

5 on 5 Basketball Basketball Skills Contest Co-ed Volleyball Indoor Soccer Golf Badminton Bowling Bench Press Contest and much, much more.

And Last But Certainly Not Least… Student Village In-House Programming What’s better than going to hang out with some friends just a few feet from your door? Our regular activities are developed to allow students to have fun while they create/build community with one another. This could be a scavenger hunt where residents have to find information out about the college community or a “get to know your neighbor” style gameshow where we hope that residents get to know each other on a more personal level. We have movie nights and socials, study groups and faculty lectures. All with the hope that you have the best experience possible.

Yep. That’s our SUNY Broome

President getting a pie in the face.

Campus Safety Information

The College has an outstanding security record. This is due to our excellent Public Safety staff and procedures, as well as from features like secure card access readers, blue light emergency phone stations, state-of-the-art smoke/heat alarm systems, camera monitoring system, and 24-hour Public Safety presence around campus. Safety is everyone’s responsibility. Report any unusual, dangerous, illegal, harassing, or otherwise unsafe behaviors to a Housing and Residence Life staff member or to Public Safety at 607-778-5083. In an emergency please dial 911. Broome County dispatch will dispatch our officers along with additional community officers if needed. Don’t ever hesitate to call for help. Don’t be embarrassed. We are here to assist you. As you enter the hall you will notice that anyone entering the hall will need an access key. Your assigned key will grant you access past the front doors, your wing doors, your suite door, and your bedroom door. These security features are in place to best ensure that only approved residents and guests are permitted within the Student Village. Public Safety The Office of Public Safety provides Law Enforcement and related services to the college community 24 hours a day, seven days a week. All Public Safety Peace Officers are sworn NYS Peace Officers. They are not security. These are New York State Officers. Our officers have been trained in emergency medical procedures, first aid, CPR and incident de-escalation. They conduct patrols on campus and have an office on the fourth floor of the Student Village. Although the goal is to mitigate inappropriate behavior as quickly as possible, on campus we have a community policing model. Unless they are on a call, our officers will stop by rooms, visit events, and just hang out with the students. We want to work with the students in creating a community where everyone feels safe and respected.

Crime Prevention Tips Criminals who see an opportunity for gain will take risks. Assault and robberies can happen to anyone, anywhere, at any time. If we work together, we can stop crime before it occurs. Crime reduction on campus requires the continued active support of the College community. The best defense against crime is to take adequate precautions, and always practice good personal safety. Precaution and prevention are the most effective tools that can be used to reduce the chances of falling victim to a crime. Know the current environment and be alert at all times, whether at home, out walking (especially at night), driving or at work. At Home, Your Suite, or Residence Hall Room

Keep doors and windows locked when at home to keep out unwanted visitors.

Lock all doors and windows whenever exiting. Even the best locks won’t work if you do not use them.

Don’t automatically open the door when someone knocks. Use the peep hole in the front door to see who is there.

When strangers ask to use personal phones, offer to make the necessary call but don’t let the person into the room.

Do not loan room keys to anyone. When Walking

Know the locations of blue-light courtesy call boxes along daily routes.

Plan routes in advance. Stay away from alleys, fields, and dark areas. Avoid shortcuts.

Walk on lighted walkways on campus. Don’t walk alone. Walk with a friend,

especially at night. Use Broome County buses. Wait for the

bus with a friend. If being followed, change directions and

head for a public place. Have keys ready to enter a car, room, or

apartment immediately. Don’t accept rides from strangers. Don’t

hitchhike.

School Cancellations A listing of daily class cancellations is available online at www.sunybroome.edu. Please utilize local television, radio or the SUNY Broome website for closing information. Please refrain from calling the media or the College. SUNY Broome RAVE Alert RAVE is an emergency messaging system that will text, call, email, or fax you a message in the event of a campus emergency. Emergency messages can be weather related closings, fire alerts, active shooter events, or other emergencies requiring campus authorities to send you instructions of what to do during the emergency. To sign up for RAVE Alert sign on to you MyCollege account and click on the RAVE Alert link in your launch pad. Closed Campus Hours College community members are prohibited from entering any campus building, excluding the Student Village, between 10:00pm and 7:00am. In addition, college community members are restricted from coming to campus anytime the college is closed.

Cross Streets and Crosswalks For the safety of pedestrians, when crossing the street both on Front Street and on the campus, please use the cross-walks and traffic signals to cross the street safely. Emergency Messages If someone needs to contact a resident in case of an emergency, call the Public Safety Office at 607-778-5083. Public Safety will try to reach the resident in collaboration with the residential life staff. Safety Escorts If available, Public Safety officers can escort college community members who are on campus late in the evening. Call 607-778-5083 to utilize this service.

Student Village Policies All individuals are responsible for their behavior while a member of the SUNY Broome community. This includes students, guests, and/or visitors. Individuals will be held responsible for their behavior during SUNY Broome academic and non-academic activities that take place both on and/or off campus. In addition to the full Rules of Student Conduct, found in their entirety at http://www2.sunybroome.edu/dos/rules-of-student-conduct/, students residing in the Student Village have a variety of rules that they must abide by. Students, who have guests and/or visitors not affiliated with SUNY Broome housing, must inform them of the rules and regulations. Students may be held accountable for their guest’s actions. The following rules and regulations are implemented to help ensure the peaceful enjoyment of suites in a safe and clean environment. Abandoned Property Any personal property that remains in a room upon termination of the license shall be deemed abandoned and may be disposed of by Housing in its sole discretion. Housing may, in its discretion, make efforts to notify student and/or student’s parent or guardian that property has been found in room. Neither Housing, the Foundation, BCC or their agents or contractors assume any responsibility for any such property at any time, regardless of any course of action taken. Animals/Pets Pets are not permitted within the Student Village. This includes goldfish, hamsters, gerbils, cats, rabbits, reptiles, etc. Exceptions are made for guide dogs and service animals. Emotional support animals are not service animals and must have documented approval from the college prior to the animal being brought into housing.

Appliances All suites are equipped with a stove, microwave oven and a full-sized refrigerator. Coffee makers, toasters and other cooking devices are to be used in the kitchen area only. Students are not to use their oven to heat their suite; leaving the oven on, open, and unattended can result in loss of use of the oven in that suite. All additional appliances must be UL-approved. Air conditioners, space heaters, toaster ovens, halogen lamps, and multi-bulb ‘octopus’ lamps are not permitted. Appliances may not be left unattended while in use. Attendance/Student Success Residence Life students are expected to be actively engaged in a full-time academic schedule. This includes the expectation of not only attending classes, but also doing the course work for each class. Students experiencing difficulty in any course are strongly encouraged to speak with the course instructor, speak with their advisor, and make use of any and all academic support services provided free of charge at the College. Free academic support is available to all students include tutoring services. Students who are determined to not be attending a full-time course load may be subject to removal from campus housing at any time during the semester. Bicycles Bicycles are not permitted inside the residence halls or suites. There will be bicycle racks adjacent to the residence hall. Check In/Check Out Established check-in and check-out procedures must be followed by each student. At the beginning of each semester, each new student must check in at the designated location as indicated in the room assignment letter. Students will then receive keys/fobs and sign room condition reports with the RA on his/her floor. When the student moves out of the room, he/she must turn in all keys/fobs and have the room checked. Failure to do so immediately will result in a lock change charge.

Complaints Issues concerning housing should be brought to the attention of the Resident Assistant (RA), and if not resolved, should be brought to the attention of the Residence Director (RD). Cooking Cooking is allowed only in suite kitchen areas. Residents are encouraged to cook with the kitchen appliances provided in the residence halls. It is expected that residents wishing to cook will apply all fire safety precautions and observe good cooking practices. It is recommended that residents regularly clean the stove drip pans to prevent residue build up that could result in excessive smoke or fire.

UL-approved sealed-unit coffee makers and toasters are allowed to be used in the kitchen area. The use of any other cooking appliances are prohibited in all suites including, but not limited to, hot plates, toaster ovens, George Foreman and similar grills, electric fry pans, waffle, sandwich and quesadilla makers, oil fryers or auxiliary heaters.

Damages and Vandalism Residential students are responsible for any loss/damage to personal property, College property, or property of the Housing Development Corporation. Anyone causing damages, whether intentionally or by accident must report the incident to their Resident Assistant. Damages occurring during the academic year will be invoiced to the resident. Damage or vandalism to common area property will be assessed and divided equally among all resident students living in the building.

Sample Damage Cost List Chair (upholstered) $450.00

Clean appliance $35.00 Each

Clean bathroom $40.00

Clean common area $100.00

Desk $330.00

Desk chair $115.00

Dresser wardrobe $500.00

Kitchen chair $130.00

Lockset for mailbox $25.00

Lockset for bedroom $230.00

Light fixtures $40.00

Paint room $50.00/wall

Recycling box $15.00

Remove trash $25.00/each bag

Remove personal items $25.00 & up

Repair/replace front $445.00 and up electronic door

Repair hole in wall $30.00 - $100.00

Replace bed headboard $90.00

Replace bedroom door $180.00 - $220.00

Replace KeyFob $75.00

Replace light cover $40.00 - $150.00

Replace mattress $170.00 - $210.00

Replace microwave $250.00

Replace window blinds $150.00/per window

Replace window screen $50.00

Smoke detector $100.00

Sofa (upholstered) $710.00

Thermostats $65.00

Toilet paper dispenser $35.00

Towel bar $35.00

Wardrobe mirror $60.00

Window glass up to $575.00

Dangerous Materials Firearms and other weapons are not permitted on campus or in the residence halls at any time. This includes, but is not limited to, hunting rifles, hand guns, paint ball guns, BB guns, very realistic looking toy guns or replicas, switchblades, gravity knives, bows and arrows, stun guns, self-defense spray devices, ammunition of any kind and any martial arts weapons (ex. Chukka Sticks, Throwing Stars, etc.). Use of any object against another person will be considered a serious breach of the housing license, and is probable cause for removal from housing. Decorations For your comfort, you are encouraged to decorate your suite. We ask that you take care in the decoration of the suite as well as in the removal of those decorations. Please do not use nails. Use tape on concrete walls, and Funtac® on sheetrock to hang decorations on walls. We do not allow students to paint walls. Charges will be assessed if decorations cause damage to the walls, doors, windows, or furnishings. Dismissal Serious and/or repeat violations of the Housing rules and policies can result in removal from the residence halls. Students receiving an order to vacate as a result of a disciplinary hearing may have as few as 24 hours to vacate their suites. In such cases, no refunds will be granted, the security deposit will be forfeited, and students will have full liability of their housing costs. Students will also be banned from the residence halls and the property grounds, with threat of arrest for violators. If considered a risk to the student population, a student may be asked to vacate residence immediately. Diversity The Residence Life Office will not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age. We are committed to providing an open environment free from discrimination, harassment, and prejudice. Part of the college experience is allowing members of the community to be respected and valued for who they are.

Fire Safety Rules The residence hall is equipped with many safety features, including sprinklers throughout the building. In addition, annual fire safety inspections are conducted by local and state officials. Any failed or successful attempt to dismantle or bypass any of these safety features is prohibited. This includes, but is not limited to, security cameras, building access doors, exterior and interior safety lights, sprinkler system and fire alarm system. Residents are expected to observe fire code regulations. Violators of these regulations are subject to student conduct action, payment of any damages, and fines. The fine for setting off a smoke or fire detector, sprinkler system or fire extinguisher within a building as a result of negligence, misuse or abuse can range from $100-$1000 plus the cost of damages. Personal items that are in violation of the fire code will be confiscated and tagged. All confiscated items which are not picked up and taken home within thirty (30) days will be disposed of by the Housing and Residence Life staff. Residents will be subject to a fine.

• For the protection of residents, residence halls are equipped with smoke and fire detection, sprinkler systems and fire extinguishers. Tampering with any of these systems is a violation of the college Code of Conduct and well as a violation of New York State law. At no time should anything be hung from a sprinkler head, and covering smoke detector heads is not permitted.

• Stairwell doors leading to hallways should be kept closed.

• Hallways must be kept clear at all times. Furniture and personal belongings such as trunks, boxes, and drying racks may not be placed in the hallways.

• Ceiling hangings of any description are not permissible, as they interfere with the proper function of the fire/smoke detection and prevention devices. Room decorations shall be non-combustible or flame retardant. Fireworks and firecrackers are not permitted in the residence halls. (Residents are not

permitted to possess fireworks and firecrackers while on campus.)

• Bedroom furniture must allow at least a 36 inches clear walkway from the opposite side of the bedroom or common area to the door.

• Only store-bought curtains hung on tension rods may be used as approved window coverings.

• Wall decorations are limited to 20 percent of each wall of the room. Wall decorations cannot cover windows, such as blankets or tapestry and must be at least 18 inches below the ceiling height.

• Lighting or heating devices that produce an open flame are prohibited in the residence halls. This includes but is not limited to candles, kerosene lamps, and lamps with the globe facing upward, such as torchier lamps. No hot plates, toaster ovens, George Foreman grills and similar grills, electric fry pans or auxiliary heaters are to be used; coffee pots should be used only on the kitchen counter.

• Bicycles left in residence hall common rooms, halls, stairwells, or where they obstruct exits will be removed. They should be stored only in designated bike storage areas located outside each building.

• Flammable holiday decorations such as live Christmas trees (cut or balled), wreaths made from pine boughs, and untreated bunting are not permitted in the building.

• Only SUNY Broome wiring is allowed in residence hall rooms with the following exceptions: U.L. listed power strips with circuit breaker, and power surge protection. Power strips may not be used in a series to gain greater lengths and ceiling fixtures may not be installed. Electrical cords must not be used unsafely (under carpets, in pathways, taped down, etc.). Spliced, taped or frayed cords must not be used. Multi-outlet devices such as adapters, cubes, plug-in air fresheners etc., are prohibited. Dimmer switches and ceiling fixtures may not be installed. Extension cords are prohibited.

• Electrical cords and data cables cannot be installed from room to room where their existence may cause tripping hazard, nor can they be run through the ceiling tiles.

• Combustible liquids such as gasoline, turpentine, charcoal lighter, diesel fuel, liquid propane tanks or cylinders and self-starting charcoal are prohibited from being stored in the building.

• Motorized vehicles, including motorcycles, mopeds, and motorbikes, are not allowed in or near the residence halls.

• Do not leave food unattended in the microwave or on the stove.

Fire Evacuation Procedures The steps outlined below are taken to help insure the welfare of each student and staff member. They must know the proper procedures for the evacuation of a building during a fire alarm, and everyone in the building must evacuate when the alarm is going off.

• Feel your room door and metal edge to see if warm. If warm, remain in room and call for help

• Wake roommates and suitemates as long as it is safe

• Close windows • Turn on lights • Close doors • Exit by using stairs. Do not use elevators. • If the alarm stops ringing, continue to

evacuate building • Clear building by at least 200 feet and go

to designated staging areas (the campus Library)

• Wear appropriate clothing if possible • Remain clear of service roads so

emergency vehicles may pass Full Time Status Residents must be enrolled full-time each semester to reside in the halls. “Full-time” is defined as twelve (12), or more, credit hours per semester. Appeals to this must be submitted in writing to the Director of Housing prior to the course-load dropping below 12 credits.

Guest/Visitation (day and evening) A resident’s right to privacy and comfort takes precedence over a non-resident’s privilege to have guests. It is important for suitemates to discuss visitation and to arrive at an agreement acceptable to all roommates in the suite. A non-resident is defined as any person who is not a designated resident of a suite. Residents can only host guests between Noon and 12am Sunday – Thursday, and prior to 2am Friday – Saturday. The following are expectations for guests/non-residents. Guests/non-residents:

must possess and present a valid photo ID (driver’s license, work/college ID) and be signed in at the front desk at all times;

must be in the presence of the host resident at all times;

may not use a resident’s key; are prohibited from visiting the residence

halls for an extended period of time; can be asked to vacate the residence halls

at the discretion of the Resident Director, Public Safety Officer or the Director of Housing at any time; and

must contact their host to be signed in. In addition, hosts are:

limited to signing in two (2) non-residents;

to ensure that there are no more than 10 people in the suite at any time;

obtain approval from the RD in advance of hosting overnight guests (overnight guests may only stay 2 consecutive nights and residents are only allowed 8 stays per semester);

required to bring their SUNY Broome IDs to the duty desk when signing in non-residents; and

To ensure that children under the age of 17 visiting the halls must be accompanied by a parent or guardian and may only visit between the hours of 8:30a.m. – 8:00p.m.

Hall Openings/Closings The Residence Hall move-in dates for residents is the Saturday before the first day of classes for the Fall semester and the day before classes begin for the Spring semester during designated

times. Residents must vacate the halls 24 hours after their last final exam during the fall and spring semesters. Any exceptions to this policy must be approved by the Director of Housing and Residence Life or his/her designee, a minimum of one week in advance. Residents must vacate the halls during all college vacation periods unless they register in advance and pay the additional fees associated with that break. Residents will not have access to their room or suite during the break period When leaving for the vacation periods, residents are responsible for the following:

All windows and doors must be closed and locked;

All window blinds must be drawn; Clean the room and suite; Empty wastebaskets, remove all

perishable food items from refrigerators and rooms and take all trash to designated location;

All electronic appliances, excluding housing issued refrigerator, microwave and oven, must be unplugged. Personal mini-refrigerators only need to be unplugged during winter break;

Take all personal items that will be needed during the break period;

Lower the heat in the suite to 65 degrees and set to auto; and

Remove all valuable personal belongings. SUNY Broome or the Housing Development Corporation is not responsible for lost or stolen property. A Housing and Residence Life staff member will check each room and suite to ensure that the above guidelines have been followed. Health and Safety Inspections The College expects a certain level of cleanliness and a certain level of safety standards to be maintained in the residence halls. It is the responsibility of all residents within a suite to maintain a clean and healthy living environment. To ensure that this standard is met, the Housing and Residence Life staff will conduct regular “walk-throughs" of the suites to make sure they are kept in a safe and sanitary condition.

In addition, there are yearly inspections completed by the State of New York Office of Fire Prevention and Control. These inspections are done to ensure that all students are residing in a safe and sanitary domicile. If a problem is noted in the room/suite, residents will be given a written request to rectify the situation by a specific date. At that time, the room/suite will be re-inspected. Failure to correct a documented problem may result in judicial action and fines from the State of New York. Any fines that are imposed by the New York State fire inspector will be billed directly to the resident (s) responsible for the violation. In the case where the responsible party cannot be identified for a violation within a suite, the amount will be split equally among the members of the suite. Keys and IDs Residents will be issued a key fob that will provide access to the building, the assigned suite, and the assigned bedroom. It is the resident’s responsibility to carry their fobs and SUNY Broome Student ID at all times and present IDs when requested by a College official, member of the Housing and Residence Life staff or employee of SUNY Broome. Residents must report lost/stolen fobs to the Front Desk immediately. An authorized door programmer will reprogram the suite door and all bedroom doors in the suite within a reasonable timeframe of the resident reporting the fob lost or stolen. A lock change fee of $75.00 will be billed to the resident for immediate payment. There will be no refund once a lock change has been requested. Lockouts Residents who are locked out should go to the housing security desk. A student ID must be presented at the time of the lockout. Housing and Residence Life staff members will only let residents into their assigned room. Upon the assistance for each lockout by a staff member, the resident will be required to verify that they are in possession of their key fob. Lockout assistance will be completed at the earliest time feasible to the Housing and Residence Life staff

or Public Safety. Leaving room/suite doors unlocked is not encouraged due to the inherit risks of personal injury and possible theft of property. Maintenance Problems If any SUNY Broome property in a room/suite needs repair, submit a work order through the MyHousing Portal under service requests. Residents failing to report maintenance problems could be held responsible for any resulting damages. All repairs must be done by authorized college personnel only. Any unauthorized repairs may result in judicial action. If the request has not been completed within ten (10) working days please notify the Residence Director. For all after-hours maintenance-related emergencies, contact the staff member on duty at the housing front desk. All maintenance requests will be addressed as soon as possible; higher priority is given to more severe repairs. Mandatory Hall/Floor Meetings During the semester, certain floor and hall meetings will be designated as "mandatory" by the Housing and Residence Life staff. Residents must attend mandatory hall/floor meetings with their Resident Assistant and/or Resident Director. Failure to attend these meetings could result in missing out on valuable information and it will be the responsibility of the resident to get the information. Residents will be held accountable for any information disseminated. Many meetings are not mandatory; however, it is highly recommended that residents attend all meetings on their floor and for the hall so that they are aware of all information that is being provided for their benefit.

Prohibited Items The following are prohibited in or around the college residence halls and violators are subject to immediate action and/or removal by college personnel. The Department of Housing and Residence Life reserves the right to authorize personnel to confiscate any prohibited item or item deemed to be a danger to the individual, other residents or college property at any time. Confiscated items must be picked up by the resident within thirty (30) days of confiscation for the purpose of taking the item off-campus. Residents are responsible for any charges related to confiscated items including, but not limited to, storage or transport. All confiscated items which are not picked up and taken home may be disposed of by the Housing and Residence Life staff.

Alcohol advertisements, signs and/or potentially offensive material in public viewing areas (including windows, hallways and doors)

Animals or pets of any kind including snakes and turtles. No aquariums are permitted

Any type of smoking substance or inhalant, except tobacco products (cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco).

Candles (with or without wicks; decorative or otherwise), fireworks, explosives, charcoal/gas grills, oil lamps, incense or any combustible device (i.e., gasoline, benzene, flammable liquids, chemicals)

Dartboards of any kind including magnetic, felt or plastic tipped darts

Electric blankets or air mattresses Electrically amplified instruments,

including DJ equipment and drum sets Extension cords or multi-plug outlets,

plug-in air fresheners (power strips and surge protectors are permitted)

Exterior television, radio antennas, or satellite dishes or any object that protrudes from a window or attaches to the exterior of a residence hall

Federal, state, college, local or other signs Firearms, weapons, or other dangerous

instruments which may cause injury or damage to person or property. This includes, but is not limited to: firearms,

BB guns, paintball guns, fireworks, knives, and archery equipment

Halogen lamps, black lights, lava lamps or other high-intensity lamps including torchier lamps, spider lamps or any upward facing bowl lamps

Hot plates, toaster ovens, George Foreman Grills and similar grills, electric fry pans, waffle, sandwich and quesadilla makers, oil fryers or auxiliary heaters and refrigerators exceeding 4.0 cubic feet

Indoor use of any athletic or recreation equipment, any hall sports/gaming, water/food fights, or horseplay, including bouncing or throwing any type of ball, skateboarding or utilization of any other recreational device with wheels

Kegs and beer balls, alcohol cans/bottles (full or empty), beer pong tables, funnels, shot glasses or any other item affiliated with the consumption or possession of alcohol (including those beers designated “non-alcoholic”)

Live-cut Christmas trees and flammable decorations

Neon signs Strings of lights (including holiday and

rope lights) Waterbeds, air mattresses, hot tubs,

jacuzzis and non-college lofts and cinder blocks

Weightlifting apparatus (barbells, free weights, exercise machines, pull up bars etc.)

Wireless routers from external providers Publicity and Posting The Department of Housing must approve all promotional material posted or distributed in the residence halls. Only events that meet one or more of the following criteria will be allowed to be advertised in the residence halls:

Sponsored by a recognized SUNY Broome club, organization, or department.

A function taking place on the campus Specific items approved by the Director

of Residential Life and Housing Soliciting by individuals not approved by the Director of Residential Life and Housing is strictly prohibited.

Quiet Hours Residents are members of a community and are expected to act responsibly and not to interfere with the rights, comfort, or safety of their roommates, suitemates or other residents. Excessive noise and disorderly behavior will not be tolerated. Courtesy hours are in effect 24-hours a day. Residents have the right to ask (with the expectations of compliance) that fellow residents hold noise to a level that he/she will not be able to hear. If a resident does not comply with the request by a fellow resident or staff member, student conduct action may be taken. In addition to courtesy hours, specific quiet hours are as follows:

10:00pm to 9:00am: Sun-Thurs nights Midnight to 9:00am: Fri-Sat nights

During quiet hours, residents are requested to refrain from congregating in the hallway or lobby areas; loud talking or laughing, pounding, running; playing loud music, radios, television, or musical instruments. Quiet hours pertain to the interior and surrounding areas of the residence hall including areas immediately surrounding all residence halls. During posted final exams periods, quiet hours will be 24-hours a day. Renters Insurance SUNY Broome Community College and its affiliates do not accept responsibility for students’ personal property in the event of theft, fire, steam, flood, insufficient heat, loss or surges of electricity, the actions of a third person, and any other acts of nature resulting in the interruption of service or damage to personal belongings. Students are responsible for having private insurance either by being included in their parents’ home owners’ policy, or by purchasing renters insurance to protect themselves against loss. Residence Hall Check-In/Check-Out Procedures Upon occupancy of a room/suite, residents will be required to review a room condition report

that has been completed by a Housing staff member. This report should be reviewed thoroughly and accurately with great detail and previous damage items included. Residents will have 24 hours from the time of check-in to claim any additional damages to the room condition report. This form is used to evaluate the room and/or suite at the end of the year. If there is damage in the room and/or suite that has not been noted on the Room Condition Report the resident(s) will be responsible for the cost of repair. Upon leaving, the room and suite must be clean and free from all trash and personal items. Any items that are found after fobs are turned in will be discarded and a fee will be charged against resident’s security deposit. Residents must turn their key fob in to a Housing staff member. Residents will be assessed a fee for fobs that are lost or not returned at check-out. Room Changes Residents may not change rooms without the prior approval of the Department of Housing. Residents requesting room changes may contact the Department of Housing or a Residence Director for more information. Room changes are not allowed during the first two weeks of each semester. Room changes are also not permitted during the last four weeks of the spring semester. Room change requests are granted at the discretion of Residence Directors and in emergency situations. Room Decorating Residents may not damage any portion of the suite when decorating their room. The room and furnishings may not be painted or permanently altered in any way. It is important to remember when hanging items on the wall, to use substances that will not damage the wall, i.e., nails, hooks, sticky adhesive, etc. Nails and hooks are prohibited. Additionally, residents may not cover their walls or hang from their ceilings items such as tapestries, sheets, canopies and fishnets. Window curtains must be manufacturer-made

fire retardant and hung only with a tension rod. Items are not permitted to be hung or placed over light fixtures, sprinkler heads, or smoke detectors. Wall decorations are limited to 20 percent of each wall of the room. Wall decorations cannot cover windows, such as blankets or tapestry and must be at least 18 inches below the ceiling height. Products for Hanging Posters

We recommend the following products for hanging pictures/posters on the wall to avoid excess damage. These items are widely available in a variety of locations.

Tacks/Push Pins OOK® Picture Hangers and thumbtacks

(for hanging items on sheetrock walls) Funtac™ (for hanging items on metal

doors or wood furniture) Snap Hook™ (suction hanger, useable on

metal and glass surfaces) Tips to Avoid Excessive Damage Charges

Do not use scotch or masking tape Do not use sticky, gum like adhesive

substances on any surfaces Do not use sticker decals, bumper

stickers, etc. on any surfaces Room Entry The Department of Residential Life and Housing reserves the right to authorize personnel to enter into any area of a suite in the absence of the resident. The authorized personnel include, but are not limited to: Resident Assistants, Resident Director, the Director of Residential Life and Housing, Public Safety, and repair/maintenance personnel. Housing staff will inspect rooms during semester breaks and other times designated by the Director of Housing and Residence Life. If it is believed that an immediate danger exists in a bedroom or suite, staff will contact Public Safety for assistance. Examples of these situations include, but are not limited to; fire, possession of chemicals, explosives, weapons, or other items that would cause serious injury. The same procedure is prescribed if the danger involves assault or other acts constituting possible jeopardy to persons or property. Staff

or residents may be asked to assist in an emergency situation requiring room entry which threatens immediate harm to the safety of the individuals. Staff may also enter into a resident’s room to eliminate disruptive noise from electronic equipment which may violate an individual’s right to sleep or study. This includes, but is not limited to, unattended stereos, televisions and alarm clocks. State and federal laws govern entry of police officers and Public Safety officers into a resident’s room for purposes of investigation. This includes, but is not necessarily limited to, officers in possession of a valid search/arrest warrant, hot pursuit, a safety emergency, or when a police officer/security officer has probable cause to believe a felony is being or has been committed by the individual therein. Room Furnishings Each resident room is fully furnished. Mattresses are to be used only on the provided bed frames. All beds must remain free standing on the floor, supported by legs attached to the bed frame. The Residence Life and Housing staff will take inventory during check-in and all items recorded on the inventory form must remain in the room at all times. Residents may be limited in the amount of personal furniture in each room/suite. Damaged or missing furniture will be billed to the resident of the room. To avoid excessive mattress damage, it is strongly recommended that residents bring an extra-long twin mattress pad for their bed. Smoking There is to be absolutely NO smoking in the residence halls. This includes cigarettes, cigars, aromatic cigarettes, e-cigarettes, herbal cigars, hookahs and burning incense. SUNY Broome is a Smoke Free campus with the exception of two designated areas. Solicitation Solicitation and sales of any service or product door to door in a residence hall or by way of the college telephone or mail system is prohibited. Solicitation and sales by registered student

organizations of any service or product in the lobby of a residence hall must have the approval of the Director or of Housing and Residence Life at least one week prior to the planned sale. Commercial sales will not be allowed from individual resident rooms or other areas within the residence halls. Residents may not use residence hall rooms or residence hall telephone numbers as a place of business or for the purposes of solicitation or for any purpose other than as a residence. Advertisement, sale or solicitation of alcoholic beverages is not allowed in the residence halls or resident mailboxes. Storage Storage of resident belongings outside of the resident rooms is not provided. Contact the Housing staff for information about off-campus storage solutions. SUNY Broome and the Housing Development Corporation assumes no responsibility for loss of personal property on the campus. Residents will not be compensated for loss of personal property in the residence halls during a regular semester, during a summer session, or over a vacation period. Housing staff may dispose of any belongings left by residents who have withdrawn, have been suspended, removed from the residence halls or who vacate their residence hall rooms for any other reason. Storage of guest/visitor property in a room/suite is prohibited.

Suite Agreements The Housing and Residence Life staff will assist residents with establishing community living standards within their suites by conducting suite agreement meetings as necessary. Failure to comply with the agreement may result in further documentation and a possible conduct violation. Trash Residents are expected to take out their own trash/garbage and recyclables to the dumpsters directly outside of the building. Residents who leave trash next to the dumpsters will be fined for clean-up fees. Windows/Window Blinds Entering or exiting the residence halls through a window, dropping/throwing objects from windows, leaning out of windows, or placing property on a window sill or building ledge is prohibited. Screens may not be removed from the windows. A fine will be assessed for all missing or damaged screens. All rooms/suites are furnished with window blinds. The blinds furnished to each room must remain installed at all times. Only SUNY Broome and Housing Development Corporation beds and mattresses are permitted. Furniture supplied is known to meet flame spread and smoke retardant requirements. Air mattresses or personally supplied furniture may compromise this requirement.

Student Village Parking

7 days a week from 7:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M., Resident students can park in student lots 1 – 8. After 5:00 P.M., Resident students can park in Faculty and Staff lots 12-18 with the exception of lots 17 & Visitors. Do not park in these 24/7. Overnight parking is from 11:00 P.M. – 7:00 A.M. You must park in lot 6. Failure to park in this lot will result in tickets. Resident guests: Resident guests must obtain a guest parking pass from the security desk. Photo ID, license plate state and number must be provided. A temporary parking pass will be issued and must be displayed on the rear view mirror. Resident guest parking is in lot 6.

Failure to follow these steps will result in tickets.

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