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ResLife Handbook
Table of Contents
 
  Foreword
 
  Rights and
  Responsibilities

 
  ResLife Staff
 
  STEPS Model
 
  Facilities and Services
 
  Procedures
 
  Policies
 
  Health, Safety, and  
  Security Measures

 
  Student Conduct

     
  Residence Life Handbook

Rights and Responsibilities

You have the right . . .

  • To a safe, clean and well-maintained residence hall or apartment space;

  • To a quality learning environment conducive to your academic and social pursuits;

  • To privacy and the proportionate use of your room both in terms of space and time, and the right to be free of unwanted guests in your room;

  • To choose your means of recreation and relaxation;

  • To confront another’s behavior that infringes on your rights;

  • To the assistance of your RA, AM or HD when you need help with a problem;

  • To make adult choices as a member of the School of Mines residence life community.

You have the responsibility . . .

  • To keep your door and hall doors locked, and not to prop them open or allow in strangers or guests without a resident escort;

  • To keep common areas neat, clean and damage free, and to straighten up common areas after use;

  • To observe quiet hours, keep your stereo, television, other electronic equipment and your voice at a reasonable volume in the residence halls and to remind others that you expect the same of them;

  • To let your roommate know of your wishes and preference for hours of sleep, study and visitation, and to work through any difference you may have in a peaceful manner, within the guidelines provided by the School of Mines;

  • To know and abide by the laws of the state of South Dakota, including those that pertain to alcoholic beverages and illegal drugs. You have the responsibility to follow the rules and regulations as stated by the South Dakota Board of Regents and the School of Mines;

  • To support the educational purposes of the School of Mines and to sustain a safe and comfortable living community in the on-campus housing; to examine your own behavior when confronted by another and work toward resolving conflicts. You also have the responsibility to confront others in a non-aggressive and non-threatening manner;

  • To notify a staff person of your problem in a timely manner and to cooperate with them as they work with you to resolve the problem;

  • To read information provided for you by the School of Mines and ResLife staff, especially the Residence Life Handbook and the Student Code of Conduct;

  • To participate in wing and area meetings and share responsibility for adhering to and enforcing community policies and guidelines.

 
     
 
     
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Rapid City, SD 57701
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