EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

ABOUT BEING A RESIDENTIAL STUDENT AT MILLIKIN UNIVERSITY

MILLIKIN UNIVERSITY www.millikin.edu217.362.6410w w w. m i l l i k i n . e d u

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1 • TableofContents

2 • Vision,Mission &LearningOutcomes

3 • ResidenceLifeStaff

4 • HousingOptions

6 • Living-LearningCommunities

9 • ThingstoBring

10 • PostalService

11 • FrequentlyAskedQuestions

14 • ImportantDates

15 • StandardsForStudent Conduct

22 • 2014–2015RoomRates

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Millikin University is a residential institution. It is our philosophy and belief that residential living is a key to student success. Part of what makes Millikin special is its vibrant campus life, which is further enriched by our residential community.

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OUR MISSION is to encourage students to become democratic citizens, achieve professional success, and lead a life of personal meaning and value through residential communities designed to meet their diverse developmental and educational needs.

All students can choose to live in either a traditional residential experience or a Living-Learning Community. As students progress in their Millikin career, they are also able to live in our luxury apartment community where they learn to THRIVE in a more independent environment.

Our residence halls are THRIVING communities that link classroom learning to real life.

The result: Our residents are successful students who persist at a higher rate, are more connected to Millikin, and have higher GPAs than their peers who live off campus.

ENGAGE IN SERVICE.

VALUE DIFFERENCES.DEMONSTRATE AUTONOMY.

DEEPEN ACADEMIC PURSUITS.

DEVELOP POSITIVE COMMUNICATION STRATEGIES.EXAMINE PERSONAL VALUES.

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Resident Assistants (RAs)RAs are here to support the community of each unique residence hall floor. They are upperclass students who serve as supervisors and mentors on residence hall floors. RAs are trained on campus resources, conflict resolution, and University policies and procedures, in addition to developing and implementing activities and programs for their floor.

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Millikin UniversityOffice of Residence Life1184 W Main St.Decatur, IL. 62522

Phone: 217-362-6410 Fax: 217-424-3706orl@millikin.eduwww.millikin.edu

Location:Dolson Hall210 N. Oakland

Residence Life Professional StaffRes Life Pro Staff are here to support Millikin’s residential communities. They are full-time, live-in, professional staff members who provide supervision and leadership in the residence halls. These staff members serve as campus resources, educators, counselors, student conduct officers, and are a part of the on-call emergency response staff.

Office of Residence Life

First Year Experience Mentors –Live on (FYEM-LOs) FYEM-LOs are here to support first year students. They are upper class students who live on first-year residence hall floors to assist new students with personal adjustments to campus and academic life, as well as to further the first-year experience through programming, service-learning opportunities, and mentorship.

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upper and lower level, creating a tight knit community of residents with similar passions and interests. See the LLC descriptions on page 6 for more details.

Mills Hall

Mills Hall is a co-ed, traditional First-Year building, housing 130 students. In addition to co-ed floors, Mills also houses a male only floor. Mills is ideal for first year students looking to receive the traditional college housing experience with a residential community that is thriving with activity, campus involvement, and friendship on the floor. Mills boasts spacious rooms and closet space, and is conveniently located in the heart of campus, just feet away from RTUC and the cafeteria.

Jack C. Dolson Hall

Dolson Hall is home to five of our Living-Learning Communities (LLC’s), as well as the Office of Residence Life.

Blackburn Hall

Blackburn Hall, located adjacent to Public Safety, boasts air conditioning in a traditional environment and is home to 90 first-year female students. Blackburn provides a large lawn and picnic tables to soak up the sun or build a snowman on colder days. With each floor having 30 women, Blackburn is the ideal location for women looking to live in traditional housing with a vibrant community and create life-long friendships with students from all different academic programs and backgrounds.

Hessler Hall

Hessler Hall is home to three of our Living-Learning Communities (LLC’s). Conveniently located near the Office of Residence Life, Griswold Gym, and several other key campus points, Hessler Hall offers community style living with co-ed floors. There are four floors, each with an

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HOUSING OPTIONS

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With 200 beds and suite style living, Dolson provides a full kitchen on each floor, spacious lounge and study space, as well as close proximity to the campus bookstore. See the Living-Learning Communities descriptions on page 6 for more details.

The New Halls

New Halls 3 and 4 serve as traditional upper-class housing and are identical to one another. These halls are co-ed by suite and are smaller, more intimate housing for students in each hall. TV buffs and bookworms alike enjoy the large study and TV lounges on the ground floor of each building. The benefits of living in this area include a great, intimate sense of community and bathrooms shared by four residents each.Dimensions: 12’6’’ deep x 10’8’’ wideCloset: 3’3” long x 2’ deep

Weck HallWeck Hall is home to our Upper-class Scholars Living-Learning Community. Identical in structure to the New Halls, Weck Hall is only open to sophomores, juniors, and seniors in university honors and scholars programs, including: the LV Scholars, Honors Program, Service-Learning Scholars, and Leighty-Science Scholars.

*NOTE: All Residence Halls listed above include a desk, chair, twin bed (per student), and dresser or closet with drawers. Residence Hall furniture may

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not be removed from any room. The following are dimensions for included furniture: Desktop: 3’6” length x 2’ width x 3’9” height Bed: Twin Extra-Long 88” length (7’4”)Dresser: 1’6” length x 2’6” width x 3’2” height

The Woods at MillikinThis luxury complex housing is the upper-class housing choice, housing sophomore, junior, and senior students in apartment style living with private bedrooms, bathrooms, and kitchen facilities. A recreational complex including a computer lab, fitness center, outdoor pool, game room, and theater is available to residents. Contact The Woods Management for leasing details at 217.464.8635 www.thewoodsatmillikin.com

Greek Chapter HousesIf you are an active member of a fraternity or sorority, you may be permitted to live in University recognized Greek chapter housing. Please check with your chapter president for more details.

Millikin ApartmentsThe Millikin Apartments deliver on-campus living and independence to adult students and students with families. These one bedroom, one bath, air-conditioned apartments have full kitchens, living rooms, and storage areas. The apartments come furnished with one bed and one dresser. Students may bring their own furniture. The apartments are a housing option on a limited basis; please check with the Office of Residence Life for availability.

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LIVING-LEARNING COMMUNITIES

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Living Learning Communities (LLCs) at Millikin are active living environments where students are placed in housing according to their passion, interest, major, or common classes. LLCs provide opportunities for students to live, learn, and develop in a floor community specialized for them. .

Millikin University has nine Living Learning Communities:

Big Blue Experience LLC

First-Year Honors LLC

Imagine an environment where you live, learn, and experience all the great things Millikin has to offer. The First-Year Big Blue Experience LLC is the ultimate Millikin experience where you will attend a common class, live with your classmates, and support the spirit of the Big Blue through attendance at musical performances, sporting events, or art

The First-Year Honors LLC is for first-year students who have been accepted into the Honors Program and who would like to live in the same community as other first-year honors students. This is a great opportunity to meet others in the program as well as to easily participate in group projects and presentations with other students who are enrolled in similar courses.

shows. This LLC is connected to one of Millikin’s thriving student organizations, MilliSTAT, which stands for: “Students Today, Alumni Tomorrow”. Students living in this LLC must be willing to get involved and live out the Big Blue spirit on campus, and also must be registered for the common class to participate.

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living learning environment through specialized faculty interaction and programming.

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First-Year Business LLC

First-Year Nursing LLC

Commitment to the Arts LLC

First-Year Long Vanderburg LLC

The First-Year Business LLC - The Business of Life allows first-year students who are majoring in a business related field to live together and learn together. Business majors will love this residence environment with a spacious lounge for group work and study nights. This LLC is a partnership with Tabor School of Business.

If you are a student majoring in nursing at Millikin, this experience is a great way to help you be immersed in your major with like-minded students. Residents will share a common schedule, although not all classes will be the same. Students living in the First-Year Nursing LLC will have a strong support network built into their

Commitment to the Arts LLC is a community open to all students who are majoring in the arts at Millikin. This community is focused on providing an environment conducive to the busy Fine Arts student, while also encouraging creativity and individuality. Programming for Commitment to the Arts LLC revolves

The First-Year Long-Vanderburg (LV) LLC is for the first-year cohort of the LV Scholars Program at Millikin University. This scholarship and service focused LLC provides LV scholars with a natural support system during their first year at Millikin.

around showcasing artists both within and outside of the Millikin community. Residents of the Arts LLC are also required to have at least a 2.5 GPA (or equivalent).

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who is different from a different country and language barriers are a possibility. Students will find out roommate information later in the summer for international students. This is a wonderful opportunity for students interested in international business, social work, sociology, teaching languages, or students interested in gaining a global perspective without having to study abroad.

Upper-Class Scholars LLCThe Upper-Class Scholars LLC is a great experience for sophomores, juniors, and seniors to be surrounded by other students who value the academic environment. This community will integrate students from various university scholars programs into one tight-knit, academically focused community.

Residents in this LLC are required to be in one of the following programs: LV Scholars, Leighty-Scholars, Service Learning Scholars, and/or the Honors Program.

International Citizens LLCStudents living in the International Citizens LLC will be immersed in a global experience. All rooms on this floor will consist of both domestic and international students, serving as roommates. Residents can expect programming centered around global awareness, modern languages, diversity, as well as frequent interaction with the Center for International Education. NOTE: Applicants should be aware that they will be living with someone

Commitment to the Sciences LLCWe believe that students majoring in the sciences need a place that strongly supports their academic demands. Students living in this community can expect to be surrounded by focused students who are freshmen through seniors. This allows students to learn and help mentor one another throughout their classes and course material. Residents

of this LLC must be majoring in Biology, Chemistry, Botany, Nursing, Math, or one of the Pre-Professional majors.

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» Acetaminophen & ibuprofen, allergy & cold medications, cough medications» Alarm clock» Auto shut-off coffee maker» Bed quilt or spread» Bucket to carry toiletries

[shampoo, soap, etc.]

» Coffee mug» Computer

[Wireless internet is provided for each student in the residence halls]

» Desk lamp

» Air conditioners» Alcohol and drugs» Candles/incense» Curtains/draperies

[University will provide blinds]

» Electric appliances with open coils [includes toasters]

» Halogen lamps» Large furniture pieces

Things to Bring

Things to Leave Behind

To make your room a comfortable place to live, you may want to bring some of the following items. Be sure to discuss with your roommate who will be responsible for supplying each item.

» Extra long twin size linens [most twin size will work as well]

» Fan» First-aid kit» Iron» Laundry basket/bag, laundry supplies» Posters, photos» Shower shoes» Stereo, television» Thermometer» Toiletries» Umbrella

These items are prohibited in the residence halls:

» Lofts or bunks» Microwaves

[already provided in each hall]

» Pets [other than fish]

» Weapons [including knives, paintball, air soft, or pellet guns]

» Weights or other fitness equipment» Wireless routers [Wireless internet is provided]

[such as recliners and sofas]

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MAIL Mailroom & Package Pick-up HoursMonday-Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Mailbox AccessibilityMonday-Thursday: 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Saturday & Sunday: 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. [Lobby only]

Residence Hall AddressesBlackburn Hall 105 N. Oakland Avenue 62522-2081Hessler Hall 260 N. Oakland Avenue 62522-2082Millikin Apartments (East) 1371 W. Main Street 62522-1955Millikin Apartments (West) 1375 W. Main Street 62522-1962Mills Hall 255 N. Oakland Avenue 62522-2083New Hall #3 1212 W. Wood Street 62522-2856New Hall #4 1188 W. Wood Street 62522-2854Jack C. Dolson Hall 210 N. Oakland Avenue 62522-2027Walker Hall 125 N. Oakland Avenue 62522-2085Weck Hall 1211 W. Main Street 62522-2040

The following is an example of how your mail should be addressed:

Jill Millikin 105 N. Oakland Ave (Hall Address) Blackburn (Hall) Decatur, IL 62522

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POSTAL SERVICEMail to the following addresses is not delivered to the University Mailroom and should not include Millikin University in the address:

The Woods at Millikin 1135 W. Wood Street 62522-2853Greek Houses: Alpha Chi Omega 299 N. Fairview 62522Delta Delta Delta 111 Park Place 62522Delta Sigma Phi 1177 W. Main St. 62522Pi Beta Phi 235 N. Fairview 62522Sigma Alpha Epsilon 1165 W. Main St. 62522 Tau Kappa Epsilon 1225 W. Main St. 62622

Millikin University Student Mail Policy» All mail/packages are picked up at the Campus Mail Center in SH104.» You must have your student ID to pick up any packages and to charge stamps or send out packages (UPS, DHL, Fed EX).» Students will be given their mailbox number and combination through their MUOnline account once they have validated for the semester.» When students have a package they will receive notification via email. You must have your student ID card to pick up packages.» Address changes are made by the student through their MUOnline account. This applies to any mid-semester room changes, moving to a Greek chapter, or mail forwarding during break times.» Faxes may be sent from the Campus Mail Center for a charge per page to 217-424-3993 Attention: (Your name)

*If you have any questions, please contact the University Mailroom or call 217.424.6326.

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What is Housing Selection, and what information do I need to know? Housing Selection is the time when current students select their housing for the following academic year. Here is what parents and students should know about housing selection: » All students will receive a random lottery number a week before housing selection. » Students come to housing selection at the time associated with their lottery number, and will be called up in order to select their room from available options. » If students would like to room with a particular person, both roommates should attend housing selection together. It is not always possible for all roommate pairs to live together based on what is available when they attend housing selection. » If students would like to live in The Woods Apartment Complex, they do not have to participate in Housing Selection and can sign a lease at any time. If students plan to live in a fraternity or sorority chapter facility, they do not need to attend housing selection and would make arrangements for housing with that organization. » The majority of sophomores, juniors and seniors live in The Woods. We have very limited spaces in traditional residence halls for students past their freshman year. We are happy to work with students if they have questions about Housing Selection!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Who is required to live on campus? Millikin University has a three-year residential requirement for full-time, undergraduate students. Students may live in Residence halls, Greek chapter houses, and The Woods. Some scholarship recipients are subject to a four-year residency requirement. Please see your program director for more details.

How are roommates assigned? Most new students are assigned roommates based upon criteria the student discloses through the online housing application and roommate preference survey. It is very important that the student completes his or her own housing application that will assist us in assigning his/her roommate. We take into account habits such as smoking, sleeping, studying, and housekeeping when matching roommates. Even when these criteria are considered, a new resident may find that his/her roommate is from another country or speaks another language. The roommate may be of a different race, have a different lifestyle, or practice a different religion. Roommates may differ from each other in any number of ways. Learning to live together successfully is an important part of the educational experience at Millikin. Room changes will not be made based upon differences in race, sexual orientation, religion, ability, or creed.

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Both my roommate and I have friends who would like to switch places with us. Can we do this? Yes. This process is called a buddy swap. Any four students may negotiate to swap roommates. Once the decision has been made to complete a buddy swap, the four students must make an appointment with the staff member assigned to their building to complete the proper paperwork. The fine for moving without authorization is $100/student. Buddy swaps must be completed between the end of the formal waiting period and week five of the semester.

I have waited the 10 days and I still want to move. What is the process? After the formal waiting period, students may request a room change. Please contact your RA to begin the process. Your RA will assist you with any interpersonal conflict you may be having and encourage you to complete a roommate contract. You may be instructed to attempt to resolve the conflict. It is the philosophy of the Office of Residence Life to assist students in becoming democratic citizens. This includes assisting in difficult situations and encouraging students of different backgrounds and preferences to learn about one another. Requests for moving rooms are not always approved.

What if I have a medical condition or disability? If you have a documented medical condition or disability, please contact the Office of Residence Life prior to completing your housing application. Your housing application must be submitted along with proper documentation from your doctor in order to assist us in assigning you to the proper accommodations. If you are in need of special accommodations such as a single

room, air conditioning, an ADA room, or housing on a ground floor, it is imperative that you submit your housing application prior to the deadline. After the housing application deadline, we cannot guarantee our ability to grant special requests. The University reserves the right to have all medical documentation reviewed by a campus medical provider. Medical forms can be found on Millikin’s website.

Can I bring my own furniture? Students are not permitted to bring large furniture items into the Residence Halls. Lofts are expressly prohibited. Small items such as storage cubes, beanbag chairs, and rugs are acceptable. If you are unsure of whether or not you will be permitted to bring a certain item to campus, please contact the Office of Residence Life. Unapproved items will be removed at the expense of the resident.

How does laundry work? There are laundry facilities for students located in each residence hall building. These laundry facilities are open to usage by residents of the specific building 24 hours per day during times when the halls are open. Residents pay a $50/year service fee for unlimited usage of laundry facilities. There is no need for coins or cards to operate our machines.

Are the halls open during breaks? The residence halls remain open during most breaks, but students who would like to remain on campus during the fall, Thanksgiving, or spring breaks must petition to stay. Our official closing period occurs over the winter break. Students are not permitted to stay on campus during that time. Students enrolled in immersion or summer classes may be required to pay an additional charge to live on campus since these courses occur outside of the normal academic calendar.

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Is there Summer Housing? Students in need of summer housing (must be enrolled in immersion or working for MU) must contact the Office of Residence Life to arrange for accommodations. The summer housing charge is $18/day, based on double occupancy. Single rooms are not available during the summer.

Will I have cable TV? Yes! Cable TV is provided by Millikin University except for students in the Millikin East/West apartments. Students should bring their own TV coaxial cable. A channel lineup is available online at http://www.millikin.edu/it/StudentsNew/TV/Pages/default.aspx.

What about Internet? Wireless access is currently available in ALL residence halls except for the students in the Millikin East/West apartments. To connect to the Millikin wireless network, you must be running at least Windows XP SP3 on a PC, or Mac OS X 10.3 or above on a Macintosh computer. Additionally, you must have a wireless network card or built-in wireless network connection that supports WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access). Most laptops sold today will have WPA capability, and most Mac OS X computers will support WPA as well. Also, most add-in wireless cards available today will support WPA. Students are not permitted to setup wireless networks/routers in their room.

What happens if I violate Residence Hall Policies? *Please see a complete list of standard sanctions at www.millikin.edu/residencelife. In addition to standard sanctions for violations of residence hall and/or University policies and procedures, students will likely meet with a student conduct officer (a professional staff member in Residence Life or Student

Development). Millikin University reserves the right to change, add to, or waive standard sanctions.

What are the Check-Out Procedures? At the end of the each semester, the residence halls will close for the either winter break or summer. All residents must check out with their RA, and vacate by 5pm on their last day of finals. If you are enrolled in an immersion course, are a part of an athletic team, or involved in other academic or co-curricular programs, please contact the Office of Residence Life for approval to move in early.

A Note About Renter’s Insurance Things can always happen. Therefore, it is smart to purchase a renter’s insurance policy for the personal property within your residence hall room. The University is not responsible for loss, damage, or theft of items in your room. Check with your parent’s homeowners insurance; they may cover your items. If not, please contact your family insurance agent to purchase a policy. Most policies are very affordable. National Student Services, Inc. offers a very affordable plan for college students with premiums starting at just $39 per year. Access more information at www.nssi.com.

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IMPORTANT DATESAugust 19, 2014

August 23, 2014

August 25, 2014

September 1, 2014

September 5, 2014

September 20-21, 2014

October 10-12, 2014

October 17-20, 2014

November 26-30, 2014

December 12, 2014

December 15-19, 2014

December 19, 2014

December 20, 2014 -January 18, 2015

January 18, 2015

January 20, 2015

January 30, 2015

March 7-15, 2015

April 3-6, 2015

May 8, 2015

May 11-15, 2015

May 15, 2015

May 17, 2015

Move-In Day for New Students (9am-3pm)“First Week” Orientation Begins

Move-In Day for Returning Students (8 am)

First Day of Classes

Labor Day, No Classes University Closed

End of Formal Waiting Period (room change requests may begin) No room/board refunds after this date

Fall Family Weekend

Homecoming

Fall Break (residence halls open)

Thanksgiving Break (residence halls open)

Last Day of Classes

Final Exams

Residence Halls Close for Winter Break (5pm)

Winter Break

Halls Re-Open for Spring Semester (8am)

Classes Begin

End of Formal Waiting Period (room change requests may begin) No room/board refunds after this date

Spring Break (residence halls closed)

Easter Break (residence halls open)

Last Day of Classes

Final Exams

Residence Halls close for the summer for non-seniors (5pm)

Commencement (Residence Halls close for Graduates and those students participating in commencement, 7pm)

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RESIDENCE HALL STANDARDS FORSTUDENT CONDUCT

Since you will be living with many other students, it is important that you consider others and think about how your behavior, attitudes, and choices affect other members of the community. You are expected to:

» Follow all policies and procedures as communicated by residence hall staff.

» Communicate and work with your roommate(s) to develop and maintain an environment that is mutually satisfying and supportive of your academic and personal needs.

» Follow all guidelines and expectations for conduct as outlined below and in the student handbook.

» Be an engaged member of your hall and floor community by participating in programs and fulfilling the expectations set out by your community.

» Be respectful of your fellow residents and take responsibility for your actions. Bigotry and hate will not be tolerated in our community. Our community will pursue to the fullest extent of University policy and state, federal, and local laws, behavior that threatens, intimidates, or harms any member of our community. We will not accept ignorance, anger, or substance abuse as an excuse or reason for such behavior.

RESIDENCE HALL Alcohol Use Only those students who are 21 years and older may possess and consume wine and/or beer, and only in the privacy of a 21-year-old or older student’s room if all those present in the room are also at least 21 years of age. Distilled spirits are prohibited. Alcoholic beverages may be consumed only in individual rooms while the room door is closed and may not be consumed in hallways, stairways, elevators, lounges, or any other public area of the residence hall, apartment, or Greek chapter facility. Individuals should make their guests aware of all aspects of the alcohol policy. Students under legal drinking age, whether personally consuming or not, in rooms where alcohol is being consumed will be subject to student conduct action. Empty alcohol containers are NOT permitted for decorative purposes in any student rooms or public areas. Alcohol in open containers is not permitted in any outside area adjacent to the residence halls.

Violations of Millikin University Alcohol Policy: Automatic $100 fine, student conduct session, and/or further sanctions depending on severity of violation.

Violations of the Drug-Free Schools Act/Millikin University Drug Policy: * Also includes acts which may be viewed as suspicious behavior Automatic $150 fine, student conduct session, and/or further sanctions depending on severity of violation. Second violations may result in student conduct probation or more serious action.

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Ceiling Decorations Due to fire codes and safety, nothing may be hung from the ceiling or light fixtures.

Damage to Residence Hall Facilities Students are encouraged to inform their RA if they have witnessed damage to Residence hall facilities. Students who damage University facilities are subject to student conduct action. At the end of each semester, charges will be assessed for damages beyond normal wear and tear. Individual room damages will be charged to the student(s) occupying the room. Unless the individual committing the damage is identified, the cost of damages to common spaces within facilities are divided amongst the residents of the particular facility and charged to each student account.

Decorating Guidelines for Rooms We encourage you to use your creativity to make your room more like home. However, painting is not permitted. While you may decorate the inside of your room to suit your tastes, the outside of your door and window are considered available to public view. The University will not allow the posting of items which are deemed to be racist, sexist, indecent, scandalous, illegal, inciting, or in any way oppressive in nature. These items will be removed and student conduct action will be taken.

Draperies and Window Coverings Due to fire codes and regulations, only University-provided window treatments are to be used. You may not decorate your room with your own personal draperies.

Improper Check-Out Failure to complete a contract cancellation or Room Condition Report (RCR) will result in an automatic $100 fine. The assessment room damage charges, as determined by residence hall staff, will be charged to the student's account.

Electrical Appliances Due to potential fire hazards and power failures caused by overloaded electrical circuits, electrical appliance usage must be limited. The following appliances may only be used if they have an automatic shut off: irons and coffeemakers. Room-size refrigerators can be no larger than 3 cubic feet and use no more than 1.5 amps when running. Microwaves are NOT permitted unless they are part of a micro fridge unit. Space heaters, sun lamps, halogen lamps, lava lamps, electric blankets, window air conditioners, popcorn poppers, blenders, grills, or appliances with an exposed heating element, are prohibited for safety purposes. Power strips with an automatic circuit breaker are the only extension cords permitted.

Fire Safety Regulations and Explosives » No candles allowed, even for decorative purposes. Candles will be confiscated.» No open flames (e.g., candles, kerosene lamps) or any incendiary devices will be

permitted in the residence halls. The burning of incense is not allowed in any residence hall room or public area.

» The storage or use of flammable liquids or substances is strictly prohibited in the residence halls.

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» All living spaces will be maintained in such a manner as to allow a wide, uncluttered pathway. Nothing may be stored in the hallway.

» The use of multi-outlet plugs or power strips in the residence halls is acceptable only if the equipment has a built-in circuit breaker.

» Live trees will not be permitted in the residence halls. Small plants are acceptable.» In order to ensure compliance, Residence Life staff may check student rooms on a

continuing basis and at any time.

» The possession or use of firearms, fireworks, other explosive materials, or weapons in any University housing unit or at a student activity on campus is strictly prohibited by University policy and state law. BB, pellet, soft air, and paint guns are strictly prohibited.

» Motorcycle engines, fuel tanks, and other motorized vehicles may not be stored or repaired within residence halls.

» In the event of a violation of the above guidelines, student conduct action will be taken.

Tampering with Fire Safety Equipment Automatic $500 fine and student conduct session. Fire department may also pursue violation. The use of a fire extinguisher or other fire protection equipment for other than its intended purpose will automatically result in a fine, plus the cost of recharging or replacing the equipment. You will also be referred for student conduct and possible legal action.

Fitness Equipment Weight-lifting equipment, fencing equipment, etc., is not to be kept or used in the residence hall unless special facilities are furnished. Students are encouraged to use the weight equipment in the fitness/wellness center at the Decatur Indoor Sports Center (DISC).

General Visitation Rules » During open visitation, a community shall be open to members of the opposite gender only if invited and escorted by a resident of the community. The host or hostess must escort the guest at all times.» Host/hostess and guest must adhere to the following community restroom and shower policies.

» At all times, members of the opposite gender must be escorted to and from the restroom facility by their host or hostess. » The rights of the community members to use restroom facilities shall take precedence over their use by guests of the opposite gender. To ensure these rights:

» No guest may use the restroom when a member of the community is using the facility. (The restroom must be cleared.)

» The host/hostess is responsible for remaining outside the restroom to alert floor residents that the facility is occupied by a member of the opposite gender.

» Showers may not be used by members of the opposite gender at any time.

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» Residents may host a guest for no more than three days in a ten day period, providing the roommate agrees. The visitation policy applies to guests and students. As the host, we encourage you to inform your guest of our policy prior to the visit and make other accommodations if necessary. Guests staying beyond three days will be considered to be cohabitating, and both the host and the guest may be subject to student conduct action.

» The Office of Residence Life reserves the right to distinguish between a visiting guest and actual residency. A guest making unusually frequent visits will be considered to be cohabitating, and both the host and the guest may be subject to student conduct action.

» Consideration for the privacy and rights of roommates in each room will be given priority. A roommate may not be denied access to his or her room at any time and may, in effect, declare the room off limits for any open visitation. Violation of the roommate’s rights of privacy will be considered a major violation of the policy, and the offending party may be referred for student conduct action.

» Hosts will be responsible for the actions of their guest(s). The University has set maximum visitation hours as 10 a.m. to 1 a.m., Monday through Friday and 24-hour visitation on the weekends, beginning at 10 a.m. Friday until 1 a.m., Monday. Only during these hours may residents entertain guests in their rooms with prior permission from their roommates. (Guests are defined as non-residents of the hall and/or floor.) At all times guests must be in the presence of a resident who is acting as host. Apartments have a maximum of 24-hour visitation.

This policy is NOT an open-visitation policy. An individual must be a personally invited guest and in the presence of a resident who is acting as host. In other words, all non-residents must be escorted anywhere within the living unit they are visiting. Failure to comply with the escort policy as stated in the student handbook will result in student conduct action.

Violations of Residence Hall Visitation Policy Automatic $50 fine and student conduct session.

Quiet Hours Guidelines One of the primary rights of students in residence halls is the right to study and sleep in one’s room free from unreasonable interference. Thus, noise and other distractions that inhibit the exercise of this right are strictly prohibited. Parameters established by the Office of Residence Life are as follows: » Sunday through Thursday: Quiet hours begin at 10:00pm and end at 10:00am. » Friday and Saturday: Quiet hours begin at 12:00am and end at 10:00am.

During quiet hours, the following guidelines exist» The noise level resulting from conversation or the use of stereos, radios, televisions,

and telephones in any room should not be loud enough to be easily heard outside the room.

» Floor lounges are to be used for quiet activities (e.g., study, programs, television, games, etc.). It is expected that lounge doors will be closed and noise will be kept at a moderate level.

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» Conversations in the hallway and bathroom must be conducted at a low voice level.» Residence Hall Staff may confront students who are making too much noise even if

they have not received a complaint from another student.» Students are expected to confront other students who are making too much noise.

The student making the noise is expected to reduce the noise level immediately.

Courteous Behavior Courteous behavior is expected at all times, even when designated quiet hours are not operational.

Enforcement of Quiet Guidelines Students in violation of the quiet hour policy will be referred to the Office of Residence Life. Multiple violations may result in relocation to another floor.

Violations of Noise/Quiet Hours Policy First offense: warning by RA Repeat offenses: sanctions as determined by Residence Life.

Finals Week Quiet Hours During finals week, quiet hours are in place on all residence hall floors 24 hours a day. Signs will be posted within the halls informing students when quiet hours will begin, end, and be lifted. Students in violation of this policy will be referred through the student conduct system and may be asked to leave the hall immediately after their last final exam.

Holiday Decoration Safety Regulations» Only artificial trees shall be permitted in student rooms, lounges, apartments, and food

service areas. » Only UL-approved or UL-listed electrical light sets may be used for decoration. The

power line must not pass through the doorway or window frame to an outlet.» Trees or decorations are not to be placed in any corridor or area, which might obstruct

an exit.» All decorations used on the inside of any University building must be flameproof or

made of a material that is flame retardant.» No open flames are permitted.» At no time will hallway or exit lights be painted or covered.

Keys/Cards Each student is issued a room key and their ID is activated to enter their residence. Students should not let anyone borrow, use or have his/her keys or ID. When a student changes rooms or moves out of the hall, the keys must be returned to the Office of Public Safety within twenty-four hours.

Propping door(s) open: Automatic $25 fine and student conduct session.

Lock-Out If a student is locked out of his/her room, he/she should contact Public Safety in Walker Hall at 8888 and ask to be let into his/her room. The resident must be prepared to show

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an I.D. to verify that he/she is a resident of that room. Public Safety will first attempt to contact an RA on duty. The cost of the RA on duty to perform the key-in is $5.00 to be paid immediately. The student will also be required to tell the staff member where his/her keys are and how he/she came to be locked out in the first place. If it is necessary for a Public Safety officer to perform a key-in during the hours of 7 p.m-7 a.m, the student shall be charged $25 to their student account.

Lofts No lofts are to be built in any residence hall room and are expressly prohibited. The University is willing to provide pins to allow beds to be bunked. Please contact your RA for assistance.

Musical Instruments The playing of band, orchestral, or any musical instruments is prohibited in residence halls. Singing is also prohibited in the residence halls. Please use the Perkinson Music Center practice rooms for this purpose.

Personal Conduct Stealing, violence, threats of violence, or harassment are not permitted. The University reserves the right to dismiss any student at any time whose conduct is considered detrimental to the welfare of other students or to the University.

Acts of Non-Compliance/Conduct Unbecoming (Failure to comply with a reasonable request of a University official) » Failure to schedule or attend a student conduct session » Failure to respond to University communication » Failure to complete assigned student conduct sanction(s) » Engaging in threatening behavior towards a University official

Automatic $100 fine per act of noncompliance, up to $500. Student conduct session with Residence Life (or upper level student conduct officer depending on severity of non-compliance). Student may also be reassigned to or suspended from residence without consultation. Other sanctions may apply at the discretion of student conduct officer.

Pets Pets, other than fish, are not allowed in residence halls for any reason (including academic). Laboratory specimens are also prohibited.

Violations of Residence Hall Pet Policy Automatic $100 fine, confiscation of pet (with 24 grace period to pick up animal- after 24 hours, humane society), and student conduct session with Residence Life.

Rollerblades, Bicycles, and other Wheeled Devices A bicycle is a convenient form of transportation on campus as well as in the community, but it is necessary to secure bicycles with a strong casehardened lock and tempered steel chain. Please do not park a bicycle where it may be an inconvenience or hazard to others or where it interferes with access to a building in the event of a fire. Chain it securely to a bike rack. For safety reasons, bicycles are not permitted in residence

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halls or other campus buildings. For these same reasons, students are not to wear roller blades, utilize razor scooters or any other recreational devices inside any campus building at any time.

Smoking To protect the health of our residential communities, all University owned and operated residential buildings are designated as tobacco-free and smoke free. For the purposes of this policy, tobacco is defined as all tobacco-derived or containing products including, but not limited to, cigarettes (e-cigarettes, nicotine, clove, bidis, kreteks), cigars and cigarillos, hookah-smoked products, and oral tobacco (spit and spitless, smokeless, chew, snuff). Furthermore, use of tobacco or smoking products near residential buildings is restricted to the posted residential smoking zones which can be found in each residential area.

Smoking in/near Residence Hall Automatic $100 fine and student conduct session

Solicitation / Posting Information in the Halls To ensure the security of residence halls, all solicitation, commercial activities, distribution of material under room doors, door-to-door canvassing and similar activities are prohibited in the residence halls unless approved in writing by the Director of Residence Life.

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BUILDING RATE FOR ACADEMIC YEARMills [Double] $4,576Blackburn [Double] $4,888Weck, New Hall 3, New Hall 4 [Double] $5,200Weck [Single] $5,824Hessler [Double] $4,888Hessler [Single] $5,304Dolson [Double] $5,200Dolson [Single] $5,824Dolson [ADA] $5,824Dolson [Quad] $6,032Millikin East or Millikin West Apartments $6,240

* All prices include laundry fee of $50/year

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2014–2015 ROOM RATES*All rates are subject to change at the beginning of the fall term

MEAL [BOARD] PLAN RATE FOR ACADEMIC YEARA [19 meals/week & $350 flex] $4,420B [14 meals/week & $450 flex] $4,420C [10 meals/week & $500 flex] $3,990D [5 meals/week & $500 flex] $2650

*First-Year Students must choose plan A or B, Upper-Class Students may choose any plan A-D

BOARD [MEAL] PLAN TERMS:

» Board plans may be purchased at any time; however, changes to existing plans will only be accepted during the first ten days of each semester.

» Board plans are non-refundable, and unused flex dollars will be forfeited at the end of the Spring semester.

» Flex dollars may be added to a base plan in increments of $25.00.

» Students living in residence halls: your board plan will be billed to your University account each semester.

» The default board plan for residential students is Plan A. Students who fail to submit their board plan agreements will automatically be assigned Plan A.

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MILLIKIN UNIVERSITY OFFICE OF RESIDENCE LIFE

210 N. Oakland, Dolson Hall • Decatur, IL 62522217.362.6410

Residence Life at Millikin

University encourages our

students to become

democratic citizens, achieve

professional success, and lead

a life of personal meaning and

value through residential

communities designed to meet

their diverse developmental

and educational needs.

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