Access to the University's residence halls is restricted to student occupants, escorted guests and authorized University personnel. Desk clerks are students who are trained by the Office of Residence Life on the functions of their job. All guests must be escorted by a resident when in the halls. Residents must present their hall key to enter the building. If guests are being registered, photo IDs must be left with the desk clerk of the resident and all guests.
Doors automatically lock when residents enter the building.
They are also armed with electronic alarms that warn of propped doors. Individual room doors can be locked with a deadbolt, if wanted. Police and security personnel conduct regular foot and vehicle patrols of campus as well as the residence halls. The residence hall staff receives specialized training from UC police on security and safety procedures and enforcement of residence hall regulations. Safety inspections help students maintain a safe environment.