Policy

The Residential Life staff, as well as maintenance staff, conduct routine facilities and safety checks. Each Residential College Director will inspect each room in his/her college for damage, missing furniture, etc. at the end of each semester and during breaks.

COVID-19 Prohibited behaviors

shington University advocates a positive and safe environment for its students, faculty, and staff and does not tolerate harassment of any kind. Harassment is defined as unwelcome and objectively offensive conduct that (a) has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with an individual’s work or educational environment, (b) is directed at a particular individual […]

The misuse and/or damage of furniture is prohibited. Common space furniture in the residential community should not be moved or taken to individual resident suites or rooms. Furniture in individual suites and rooms should not be placed on balconies and under any circumstance left in the hallway corridors. Residents who move furniture from its appropriate […]

Tampering with fire safety equipment is strictly prohibited. This includes inappropriate use of fire extinguishers, fire alarm pulls, smoke detectors, sprinkler systems, fire panels, propping fire doors, etc. Tampering with fire safety equipment is a federal offense and subject to punishment by law.

Students are expected to comply with all reasonable requests and instructions of University officials and staff including those working with Residential Life. Students must cooperate with staff (including Resident Advisors), provide accurate information, and properly identify themselves to a University official when those staff members are in the performance of their duties. Students who do […]

Students are expected to be familiar with the University Computer Use Policy.

Behavior that is disrespectful to the community which includes, but is not limited to, drunken behavior, “dorm-storming,” sports in the hallways, noise complaints, pranks, and any other disorderly conduct is prohibited. Individual or group activities that result in disturbances or distress to others, or that cause damage or destruction to property, are also prohibited.

Washington University’s policies and programs are non-discriminatory. The University administers all programs without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or disability. If you would like to report a bias incident that involves a student, click here. If you would like to report a bias incident that does not […]

Use of unauthorized decorations is prohibited. Residents may be charged for any and all damage or damages resulting from violation of the decoration policy. Residents are encouraged to personalize their rooms, but must follow the guidelines. For a complete list of unauthorized decorations, please see Residential Living: Important Things to Know.