Therefore, you may not cook or use any type of cooking appliance in your room. Microwave ovens are located in each residence hall for student use. Hot air poppers and coffee pots that have enclosed elements may be used in student rooms. During a building evacuation, bicycles which are stored in your room can become an obstacle, inhibiting your ability to leave your room quickly and safely. Therefore, bicycles must be kept outside of the residence halls.
Lounges are available for residents to use as a meeting space, to watch TV, to study, or play cards.
Due to the potential of personal injury, property damage and noise, corridors and lounges are not to be used as grounds for sporting events or horseplay. Since lounges cannot be locked, like a room door, residents or guests may not sleep in the lounges, unless it is in conjunction with an official hall sponsored event. Smoke detectors, fire extinguishers and fire alarm horns are there for your safety in case of fire. Tampering with safety and emergency equipment jeopardizes everyone's safety and carries a fine. When doing laundry, somebody may be eyeing your favorite piece of clothing.