CAMPUS POLICY FAQ* Do I need a car?
Is there a quiet hours policy?
Cars are permitted, but are not essential. If you bring a car, you must apply for a parking sticker online at Benedictine.thepermitstore.com after August 1, 2020.
We are first of all an academic community and therefore students are expected to be courteous and cooperate in maintaining a good and quiet environment at all times. (Each residence hall will determine quiet hours.) Residents are asked to play radios, stereos, and TV sets softly. Speakers may not be placed in windows or on radiators. Musical instruments may not be practiced in student rooms. Students may use practice rooms for such purposes. Anyone who does not abide by these regulations may be asked to place any of the above items in storage. During finals week, quiet hours begin on Study Day and extend to the last day of exams.
May I have a pet? No pets other than fish are allowed.
What appliances ARE NOT permitted? Safety and insurance standards place restrictions on certain appliances. Hot plates, halogen lights, grills, skillets, toaster ovens, electric heaters, electric blankets, refrigerators larger than 4 cubic ft., and gas electric appliances are not permitted.
What appliances ARE permitted? Speakers, TVs, microwaves, coffee pots, electric razors, fans, heating pads, and computers are allowed. Roommates may bring one refrigerator (4 cubic ft. max.) for their room. All rooms are air-conditioned. For more information call the Student Life Office at 913.360.7500.
Is there a smoking policy? Benedictine College is a Smoke- and Tobacco-free Campus. All college buildings, including residence halls, as well as college grounds are smoke free. In addition, candles, candle warmers, and incense are not permitted. Please see the more detailed smoking policy in the Student Handbook at Benedictine.edu/student-life/handbook.
Is summer storage available? Summer storage is not available on campus, but several local storage options exist in Atchison and surrounding areas. The Office of Student Life maintains and provides for students a list of nearby storage options. Packing and transportation of belongings to and from the facility is the responsibility of the renter. Some students opt to share a storage unit with several other students. * Only a few campus policies are included in this FAQ. Students should familiarize themselves with college policies detailed in our Student Handbook, which may be found online at www.benedictine.edu/student-life/handbook.
What is the policy on alcohol use? The college follows United States federal and state laws for the use of alcohol. Students under the age of 21 are not allowed to use or have alcoholic beverages in their presence. Anyone 21 or older may not consume alcohol in the presence of minors.
What is the visitation policy? Visitation hours play a positive role in the Benedictine College community by encouraging mutual respect for the dignity and vocation of each person. Friendships between men and women are encouraged, while at the same time, the dignity of their differences are respected. Certain hours are set aside each day during which students may invite visitors of the opposite sex to their rooms. Visitation hours also support a student’s right to private time, study, sleep, and help roommates set healthy boundaries. Visitation hours in the residence halls are as follows: Sunday - Thursday: 12:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.; Friday - Saturday: 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 a.m. 17