Procedure

Under the Washington University Policy on Weapons, Explosives or Fireworks, the possession, storage, or use of firearms, pellet/bb/guns, knives, ammunition, or other dangerous weapons is prohibited on all University property, except as specified in the policy. Employees, students and visitors are strictly prohibited from carrying an storing weapons on University property and may not store […]

Destruction, defacement, or damage of any public space or property (bathrooms, lounges, hallways, etc.) is prohibited. Resident(s) responsible for such damage will be fined appropriate costs for repair, replacement, and labor. Public area damages not blamed on a specific individual may be charged to residents of a floor, building, or unit if a cause can […]

The Office of Residential Life places a very high level of importance on maintaining the security of our residence halls. In furtherance of that commitment, students are prohibited from tampering with any of the safety or security features in the halls including, but not limited to, room windows –toppers and screens, closed-circuit television equipment, and […]

Solicitation of any kind in the residential community is prohibited. This includes but is not limited to door-to-door sales, flyers, or product parties. Residents of university residence facilities are not permitted to sublease, rent, or share their residence with any individual(s) that are not on the residential housing agreement/lease as assigned by residential life. This […]

WashU strictly prohibits all smoking and other uses of tobacco products within all University buildings and on University property, at all times. This policy applies to everyone on campus, including students, faculty, staff, patients, contractors and visitors. For more information about this policy, please visit the WashU HR website.

The University retains its right to search your room to enforce University policy, address health or safety concerns, and/or for other institutional purposes.

The Office of Residential Life is dedicated to creating a respectful learning community, free from any form of sexual assault or harassment. Sexual assault affects all members of the University community, and we must be responsible for one another. Campus resources for sexual assault prevention and survivor support are available to all members of the […]

Blue light phones Blue light phones are emergency phones located throughout the campus and are identified by the blue light. Phone activation automatically connects you with University Police who are able to track your location and then send assistance. Earthquake In case of an earthquake, remain calm and stay where you are; most injuries occur […]

Residents are permitted to have approved Service and Assistance Animals and fish in small aquariums in their rooms. Any other animals found in the residence hall must be immediately removed. The removal and any necessary cleaning, repairs and/or pest control will be done at the expense of the resident(s) responsible who will also be subject […]

Your Room Condition Report (RCR) is a form that you as a student in Residential Life Managed housing complete. It describes the physical condition of your room when you move in in August and when you move out in May. This year, your room condition report will be completed online via your WashU Housing Portal. […]