Residence Life Philosophy
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Student-initiated room changes are not made during the first two weeks of any semester. The residence director (RD) must authorize all room changes before any move is made. Facilitated roommate dialogue and/or conflict mediation is usually the first step in working with any roommate or suitemate conflict. Dialogue and/or mediation often results in a renewed commitment to live together. However, in some cases there are irreconcilable differences that necessitate a room change. If, after dialogue/mediation, a room change is necessary, the room change will not incur a fee. Requests to change rooms will only be considered after dialogue/mediation is completed. Convenience Room changes (room changes that do not follow the above process) will incur a $30 fee charged to the resident’s student account.
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As stated above, multiple prior violations of university alcohol and other drug policy may affect student’s eligibility to live in a suite/apartment.
AOD violations (hosting, underage consumption, misuse as defined by the university) while living in the suite/apartment may result in more significant outcomes for all residents of the suite/apartment.
Hosting outcomes may apply. ($500 fine and/or suspension or extra-curricular suspension)
Multiple incidences may result in loss of suite/apartment.
If loss of suite/apartment, residents will be assigned rooms in traditional halls. No more than 2 of the original residents of that space may live together in any building.
Non-discriminatory Access to University Housing:
Consistent with the university’s commitment to create and sustain an inclusive, supportive, safe, and nondiscriminatory community; Residence Life supports and follows the guidelines and procedures described in the Policy on the Support of Transgender Students. When Residence Life Staff is notified of a student who desires to be treated consistent with a gender identity that differs from previous representations or records, the staff will work with the student and the administrative support team to provide reasonable accommodations and access to housing that meets the needs of all parties involved. Residence Life staff will work to protect the privacy and confidentiality of students to the greatest extent possible, while maintaining the commitment to care and support of all students. Requests for accommodations will be processed and addressed as quickly as possible, with consideration for the needs of various parties as well as other logistical considerations.
Residence Hall Closings
Residence halls (except for Hillside Suites, Parkwood Apartments and Group Living Houses) are closed during Christmas vacation and spring break. Students are responsible to make their own off-campus housing arrangements during these times (unless they have made arrangements to live with a friend/teammate in Hillside, Parkwoods, or a Group Living House - these arrangements must be approved by the assistant director of housing and residence life). International students may request assistance from the director of international student services during those times should temporary housing be needed. The student incurs all costs associated with temporary housing arrangements.
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Students are not permitted to have pets in the residence hall. The only exception is harmless fish. For further information and university policy on emotional support animals, please see EMU Emotional Support Animal Policy and Procedure.
Quiet Hours
The residence halls are used for studying, sleeping and socializing. A balance of these activities must be maintained so that the needs of individuals on the hall can be met. All residents are expected to refrain from causing any noise or disruption that would infringe on the needs of fellow students to study or sleep during the hours from 11 p.m. to 8 a.m. both inside and outside the building areas. Courtesy hours are in effect throughout the day. Residence life staff reserves the right to confiscate equipment that is disruptive to the community when a student does not respond to requests. Students are asked to be responsive to the needs of others. In the case of excessive noise violations, a $10 per incident fine may be given.
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