keys and access cards University ID Cards & keys
The UNC Charlotte ID card is a permanent card for which you are responsible throughout your enrollment at the University. A valid ID card carries with it certain privileges such as use of the library, admittance to various activities and check cashing. Cards are coded with information which allows printing, vending and access to campus dining halls if you have a meal plan. For security reasons, your ID card and issued keys are for your use only and must not be given to others (except when requested by a University official). Violators of the ID and key policy jeopardize the security of other residents and are subject to disciplinary and/or legal action. University policy requires students to carry their ID cards at all times and to comply with requests from University officials to present this identification at any time.
Entry into Your Residential Building
In the University’s ongoing effort to provide residential students with reasonable, but still effective, security measures, highrise and suite residence halls are equipped with card access readers and the exterior doors are locked 24 hours a day. Students are required to use the appropriate card to gain entry to their residence halls.
Entry through Side Doors
All exterior doors are locked 24 hours a day/seven days a week from the outside. There are propped door alarms on most of the exterior doors of the residence halls. These alarms allow additional exits out of the residence halls. If the door is held open or propped open after a short period of time, the alarm will sound. To silence the alarm, simply close the door. It is the entire community’s responsibility to ensure a safe environment. Please do not prop doors open; if you notice a door propped open, close the door to secure it immediately.
Entry on Football Game Days
Access to residence halls will be restricted on football game days. Please refer to the Football Game Days page for more information.
Entry During Break Periods
Residents may stay in campus housing during all academic year break periods including Fall, Thanksgiving, Winter and Spring Breaks. As usual, the buildings will be locked and only accessible via card access. During break periods, Residence Life staff, loan key, Housing Facilities Office response and related services run on a significantly reduced schedule. During these periods residents are encouraged to be alert and to contact Police and Public Safety should anything or anyone seem suspicious.
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