The residence hall staff at Wilkes is committed to providing a living environment supportive of academic pursuits. Residence hall living will contribute to the student's personal growth only if a positive climate of mutual respect for the individual and the institution exists. Rules and regulations exist in a group living situation so that a constructive living environment can be created and common goals achieved. Residence hall rules at Wilkes University are based on safety and respect for residents and the University. In any type of community living it is imperative that students hold respect and have regard for one another's property.
Resident students share common areas as well as communal facilities.
Any student involved in the theft of another's property violates a basic tenet of community life and will, of necessity, be subject to disciplinary sanctions. The University's residence halls are the responsibility of the Dean of Student Affairs and are directly supervised by the Office of Residence Life. RAs are hired on the basis of leadership ability, communication skills, involvement in, and knowledge of, the campus community, and successful academic performance. The RA's role is to create an atmosphere in the residence hall which is conducive to cooperation and academic achievement. All full-time undergraduate students of freshman and sophomore standing who do not commute from the home of their parent or legal guardian must reside on campus.