Dormitory Living Common courtesy and respect for the rights and property of others are the fundamental tenets of community life. While there is consistency in guidelines, rules, and expectations for all students living in dormitories, there are times when dormitory parents may make individual rules pertinent to their particular dorm and the present circumstances. WHAT TO BRING • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
blankets pillow sheets (twin XL size) and pillowcases mattress pad or cover towels laundry bag study lamp alarm clock (with battery back-up) computer computer monitor ( 27” or less in size) hair dryer razor fan small wastebasket clothes hangers cell phone
WHAT TO LEAVE HOME Use of the following items is not allowed: • refrigerator • television • space heater • electric blanket • halogen lamp Rooms Dorm rooms, which are Williston property, may be inspected at any time. The rooms are to be kept clean and neat and will be inspected regularly by dormitory faculty and from time-to-time by the deans. Wall decorations may be hung from molding or attached with Holdit® or Fun-Tac®, which does not mar the walls and can be obtained at the Campus Store. Wall hangings
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must be widely spaced, meeting all fire code regulations and none should extend across the ceiling or out into the room. Tacks, nails, screws, and tape may not be used on the walls, as they cause permanent damage. All decorations are to be appropriate in nature as they may be viewed by the general public and families. Empty alcoholic beverage containers and any drug or alcohol insignia are not allowed. Signs and stickers on doors should follow the same guidelines so that they don’t damage the paint or finish. Mattresses: The school provides approved fire retardant mattresses. Anyone wishing to provide his or her own mattress must submit proof to the director of the physical plant that it meets Massachusetts standards. Mattresses and bedsprings are not to be used on the floor. Furnishings: Basic room furnishings are provided: bed, bureau, desk and straight chair, mirror, and curtains or shades. Students must provide blankets, sheets, pillows, pillowcases, towels, a laundry bag, and a study lamp. Only one piece of personal furniture, such as a sofa or an upholstered chair, may be allowed per student in a room, subject to available space as determined by the director of physical plant. The maximum size of any piece of furniture is five feet. Appliances: Only the following electrical appliances are permitted in dormitory rooms: clocks, radios, CD and iPod players, personal computers, hair dryers, razors, hair straighteners, and fans. Cell phones, used in accordance with school and dorm rules, are permitted. Only dormitory proctors are permitted to have a refrigerator; otherwise, refrigerators, television sets, coffee makers, space heaters, electric blankets, and halogen lamps are not allowed for energy conservation and because of the danger of electrical overload and fire. Similarly, computer monitors are limited in size to 27 inches. UL-approved, circuit breaker-protected power strips are the only “extension cords” allowed. Music: The use of headphones is encouraged and required during quiet hours and study hours. Music is to be played so that it is heard only within the room. Television: Common room and student center televisions