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As a resident of the Johnson & Wales University campus community it is expected that you follow all of the policies and procedures outlined in the Student Handbook (1M PDF). Highlighted below are some important policies to take note of prior to arriving on campus. Please see the Student Handbook for a more thorough explanation of campus policies and expectations.

Alcohol and illegal drugs are prohibited on campus, regardless of age.

The following items are not allowed within our residence halls due to existing University policy, fire safety, federal, state and local laws. Your cooperation is expected and appreciated. Possession of any of the below items may result in disciplinary action:

Alcoholic beverages and containers
Narcotics, other drugs and related items
Firearms and weapons
Firecrackers and fireworks and/or any explosive material
Halogen lamps, candles, lanterns, incense, plug ins or other electric air freshners etc.
Chemicals of any kind
Motorcycles, scooters, etc.
Additional furniture, water beds (without prior approval)
Cooking equipment such as electric/gas grills, toasters, hot pots, hot plates
Fry pans, etc. (Tropical Pointe, Flamingo Hall and Biscayne Commons residents only)
Immersion heaters
Refrigerators
Air conditioners
Pets (any and all, including fish)
Satellite or other external cable equipment
Non-UL approved extension cords, christmas lights, etc.

decorations While there is opportunity for students to express individuality in decorating their rooms, the following guidelines are to be used:

Combustible materials are prohibited such as: straw, hay, palm fronds, vines, branches, etc.
The use of adhesive substances such as contact paper, glue, double-sided tape, or decals on walls, ceilings, floors, door, or furnishings results in damage to existing surfaces and are therefore prohibited.
Items such as sheets, flags, fishnet, beads, and parachutes may not be suspended overhead in students' rooms, entranceways, or halls.
The painting of the interior walls or ceiling is not permitted.
No refinishing of the furniture, painting, or papering of the room is permitted.
Screens are not to be removed from any windows.
Residents are not to remove University furniture from their apartments/rooms. Periodic inventories of University property are conducted by the Residential Life staff.
Christmas trees are not permitted in the residence halls due to potential safety hazards.
Only UL approved extension cords are allowed for use within the residence halls.
No open-coil cooking equipment is permitted (except for stoves in apartments).

Any exception to these policies must be approved in writing by the Director of Residential Life.

smoking policy Smoking is prohibited in all residence halls. This includes corridors, showers, bathrooms, lounges, laundry rooms, study areas, elevators and lobby areas. Anyone found in violation of this policy may be subject to disciplinary action.