For the safety of students and maintenance personnel, do not use drain cleaners in any residence hall sinks. Go to your 24-hour desk to report a clogged drain. The house mechanic will attempt to retrieve contact lenses and jewelry from lavatory drains during regular working hours. Go to your 24-hour desk to arrange for this assistance. There will be a charge for any non-emergency assistance needed after regular working hours.
Smoke detectors are sensitive to airborne particles including cigarette smoke and hair spray.
Intentional activation of or tampering with any fire detection device may result in disciplinary action. Any problem with a smoke detector should be reported to your 24-hour desk. Smoking is not allowed in any public areas such as lounges, hallways, dining rooms, bathrooms, TV rooms, and studies. State law also prohibits smoking in elevators. Cigar and pipe smoking is not allowed anywhere because of the sensitivity of fire detection equipment.