A. Expectations and Policies
All University Housing policies with which students are expected to comply were created to maintain safe and healthy environments for all residents and guests of the community. We expect you to respect the rights of others by maintaining these policies. Please understand that if you are documented for possible violation of any of these policies, University Housing staff will make a reasonable attempt to meet with you prior to making a decision regarding your Housing status. University Housing Staff would also be happy to answer any questions you may have about any of these policies.
While living in the residence halls, all residents are responsible for their own self care including appropriate personal hygiene, mental health, management of medical conditions or illnesses, and/or disability-related personal needs. Students are expected to utilize the various resources available to them to provide this care for themselves. Students with the inability or perceived inability to care for themselves and/or who cause harm to themselves or others may be asked to adhere to an action plan and/or leave the residence halls.
All residents are expected to comply with the following:
- University of Wisconsin System Administrative Code rules and regulations in UW-Madison Student Code of Conduct Policies & Procedures
- University Housing rules and regulations which are printed in the contract all residents signed
- Information Technology (IT) resources and policies outlined here and on the ResNet web site
- policies and procedures outlined below.
- instructions for move-out (break) period.
Notice of other regulations or changes in existing policies may be made by the Division during the term of the contract by notifying residents through postings, letters, e-mail messages, and/or publications one week before the change becomes effective. If the health or safety of people using residence hall facilities may be adversely affected by any delay, implementation may be immediate.
If you are uncertain of your responsibilities or your rights under the University disciplinary procedures, please contact a Residence Life Coordinator or Area Coordinator.
Dismissal on the First Offense
Some behaviors and policy violations may result in dismissal from University Housing on the first offense. These behaviors include, but are not limited to:
- Throwing or dropping objects out of windows. Violations of this rule include, but are not limited to, throwing objects such as water balloons, cans, or firecrackers out of windows.
- Possessing and/or hosting a party in which a keg, barrel, or common source of alcohol is present.
- Possessing, using or intending to deliver narcotics or dangerous drugs including the delivery of marijuana. The use or possession of controlled substances as defined in Chapter 961 Wis. Stats. is prohibited on all University property. Wisconsin Administrative Code, UWS 18.10.
- Tampering with fire equipment (such as but not limited to alarms, sprinkler systems, extinguishers, common area smoke detectors, and pull station covers) and exit signs. Violations of this rule include, but are not limited to, removing the fire extinguisher from its prescribed location, fully or partially discharging a fire extinguisher for any purpose other than putting out a fire, setting off false fire alarms, breaking the glass covering pull stations, tampering with common area smoke/heat detectors and room sprinkler systems, and tampering with exit signs. Nothing may be hung from the room sprinkler system.
- Setting fires. Violations of this rule include setting fire to items on a room door or bulletin board or any other flammable material in the halls, and fires caused by a lit candle or cigarette.
- Assault/battery against another individual. Violations of this rule include, but are not limited to, threatening another person with physical harm verbally or physically, or touching another person, with or without a weapon, in a manner that is aggressive and threatening.
- Interfering with a staff member engaged in the performance of his/her duties; interference includes, but is not limited to: verbal abuse, physical intimidation or use of physical force, and the display of demeaning or humiliating visual materials.
- Interfering with the security system, tampering with locks in student rooms and other areas, tampering with elevators, altering, loaning, or duplicating University keys, and tampering with security cameras. Violations of this rule include, but are not limited to, jamming a door shut or tying doors shut; taping open locks on doors; duplicating your room key to give a copy to a friend or any other person; tampering with control panels on an elevator or dumping water in the elevator; forcing doors open or preventing them from opening.
- Shooting off firecrackers and/or fireworks. Violations of this rule include, but are not limited to, discharging or in any way attempting to discharge types of manufactured or homemade fireworks including cannons or bottle rockets in, out of, or adjacent to a residence hall. The size of the firecracker is irrelevant.
- Possessing and/or using firearms (guns - including pellet guns, BB guns, airsoft BB guns), bows and arrows, ninja stars, or any other dangerous weapons. Individuals may not display or portray as real any object that resembles a weapon.
- Inappropriate use of pepper spray/mace.
- Hacking or attempting to disrupt computer networks at the University or University Housing.
- Theft from roommate or community property. Tampering with washing machines, game machines, and/or vending machines in order to avoid paying is prohibited. Taking food/beverage from Food Service dining rooms/stores without paying for it and/or consuming food/beverage in Food Service dining rooms/stores before paying for it is prohibited. The removal of personal property belonging to your roommate or another community member without consent is prohibited and will be treated as theft.
- Harassment is prohibited. Harassment is defined as verbal threats, intimidation, or conduct which: tend to cause or incite a breach of the peace; or are severe or pervasive enough to substantially interfere with a reasonable student's educational performance, opportunities or benefits, or mental, emotional or physical well-being and which actually do so interfere. The presentation of any idea, regardless of the idea's nature or perceived value, may not be considered harassment unless it is accompanied with verbal threats, intimidation, or conduct as previously defined.
- Vomiting, urinating, or defecating in public areas outside of the bathrooms is a health hazard and is prohibited.
Dismissal from University Housing means that you are required to move out of the hall (usually within a week), and that you forfeit your $300 prepayment as liquidated damages. You can also expect not to be allowed in the hall/house for the remainder of the academic year and that you will not be offered a housing contract in the future. Dismissal from University Housing may also result in loss of employment with University Housing.
Bias Incidents and Crimes (see Vandalism)
Bias incidents are non-criminal activity committed against a person or property that is motivated, in whole or in part, by the offender’s bias against a victim’s real or perceived expression of race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability (mental or physical), age, political affiliation, religion or any other physical or cultural characteristic. These actions can be via physical actions or speech.
Bias crime or hate crime is defined by the UW-Police (ref: Hate Crimes, a Community Concern) as: “(a crime that) is motivated by bias or hatred of the victim based on the offender’s belief or perception of the victim’s race, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, age, disability or sexual orientation.”
A bias crime occurs when the perpetrator engages in criminal behavior or acts against an individual, property, organization or group; based on the offender’s perceptions of the above categories.
Types of crimes committed might range from vandalism of religious buildings or sites to physical attacks against persons. This could include graffiti, annoying or threatening phone calls, harassment, arson, battery or physical attacks.”
All allegations of bias crimes will be taken seriously and investigated by the UW Police Department. In addition, students and or staff involved in committing bias crimes may be referred to the Dean of Students Office for possible University discipline sanctions.
If you feel that you have been the victim of or witness to a bias incident or a bias crime, we encourage you to discuss the matter with your House Fellow, Diversity Coordinator, Area Coordinator, LGBTQ liaison, Residence Life Coordinator, Diversity Programs staff or any member of the University Housing staff team with whom you are most comfortable. We strongly encourage you to report the incident in person, via e-mail to a staff member or via an incident report.
Air Conditioners
Only air conditioners furnished by University Housing are permitted (see Air Conditioners).
Alcohol
The negative effects from alcohol use and abuse impacts our residence hall communities. Housing staff will confront residents who they believe may be violating alcohol policies or experiencing difficulty due to drinking. Alcohol consumption by underage residents is not permitted.
If You Are Under 21 Years Old:
- Student rooms where both residents are under the legal drinking age of 21 must be alcohol free at all times. Guests who are of legal drinking age may not consume alcohol in these rooms.
- As a practical matter of enforcement and in order to avoid disagreements regarding violations of the alcohol policy, empty alcoholic beverage containers are not permitted in your room if you are under the age of 21.
- No person under the age of 21 may store, possess, or consume alcoholic beverages in the University Residence Halls, or host a party where alcohol is present.
If You Are 21 or Older
- Alcoholic beverages may only be consumed by residents who are at least 21 years of age in their room or by their guests who must also be at least 21 years of age.
- Alcoholic beverages may only be consumed if all residents assigned to that room are at least 21. If you are 21 or older, but your roommate is underage, alcohol may not be possessed or consumed in your room and empty alcoholic beverage containers are not permitted in your room.
General Policies
- No one may provide alcohol to anyone under 21 years of age.
- Any person in possession of alcohol can be expected to be asked for identification.
- Alcoholic beverages or empty alcoholic beverage containers are not allowed in common areas (dens, lounges, stairwells, hallways, lobbies, etc).
- Common sources of alcohol are not permitted and can result in dismissal from University Housing on a first offense. Common sources of alcohol are all containers (kegs, barrels, half-barrels, ponykegs, mixes in large containers, bowls, etc.) where the alcohol is intended to be served to a number of people.
- In addition to the above policies, student rooms in the substance-free house must be alcohol free at all times.
- Alcoholic beverages may not be brewed or distilled in residence hall facilities.
- Residents under the influence of alcohol or other drugs, regardless of age, will not be allowed to participate in University Housing sponsored programs.
- Alcoholic beverages may not be consumed by residents and their guests at University Housing sponsored events.
- If your guests are under the influence of alcohol or other drugs, they are not welcome in the University Residence Halls and will be asked to leave.
- Alcoholic beverages may not be consumed on grounds adjacent to the University Residence Halls.
- Students who are transported to the hospital or detox can expect to have their parents/guardians contacted.
- Further information on alcohol-related services can be found at www.uhs.wisc.edu.
All residents and guests who are 21 years of age and choose to drink within a resident room are still responsible for their behavior and abiding by the community expectations and policies.
Antennas
Radio and/or TV antennas may not be attached outside of windows.
Appliances
- Appliances with open coils or exposed heating elements are prohibited. These include, but are not limited to: hot plates, convection ovens, toaster ovens, toasters, electric frying pans, space heaters with open coils, George Foreman™ grills, cup-type immersion heating coils, and other appliances with open coils or exposed heating elements. In addition, residents should monitor the number and type of appliances they bring, as well as the use and placement of electrical cords, extension cords and surge protectors. Please note that University Housing is not liable for damage to electronic appliances and other items caused by power surges.
- Gas, propane powered appliances, and charcoal cooking appliances are not allowed inside the University Residence Halls.
- Appliances should not be operated in closets or other closed areas or close to flammable items.
- Residents may be held responsible for any damages caused by negligent use of appliances.
Arrangement and Decoration of Rooms
- Furniture must be placed in a manner that allows the room door to open without obstruction.
- Changes may not be made to the walls, ceiling, or floor. Specifically, the level of the floor may not be raised and wall coverings such as paneling or wallpaper may not be added.
- Construction not in compliance with State of Wisconsin building codes is not permitted. Consult with a Housing staff member to see if changes you intend to make are in compliance with the building code.
- Empty alcoholic beverage containers are not permitted in your room if you are under the age of 21.
Assault (may lead to dismissal from University Housing)
- Assault/battery against another individual is prohibited. Violations of this include, but are not limited to: threatening another person with physical harm, verbally or physically, or touching another person, with or without a weapon, in a manner that is aggressive or threatening.
- If an assault occurs between roommates and the police are called, the State of Wisconsin domestic violence laws require the police to arrest the resident who committed the physical assault.
Bathrooms
Individuals should not be present in bathrooms intended for the opposite sex.
Bicycles
- Bicycles parked outside must be parked in bicycle racks. They may not be attached to trees, signs, rails, etc.
- Bicycle storage is allowed in resident rooms provided roommates agree.
- Bicycles must be removed from racks by the end of the Spring semester. All bikes left in the racks after May 31st will be considered abandoned and will be removed and sent to UW surplus.
- All bicycles should be registered with the City of Madison.
- Take all the appropriate safety precautions to safeguard your bicycle. Thefts of bicycles occur frequently in Madison, so be careful.
Bodily Fluids
Depositing of bodily fluids, including but not limited to: vomiting, urinating, or defecating in public areas or inappropriate locations is prohibited, and may lead to dismissal from University Housing and being billed for clean-up charges.
Bunk Beds (see Lofts)
Candles (see Incense)
- The use of unlit candles as room decorations is strongly discouraged due to fire safety.
- Burning candles in resident rooms and public spaces is prohibited.
- Burning candles for religious purposes may be permitted with restrictions and with prior permission from the Residence Life Coordinator of the hall.
Ceilings
Items should not be affixed to and/or hung from the ceiling. These items include, but are not limited to: fishnet, flags, posters, clotheslines, and ceiling fans.
Cleaning
- Residents are responsible for cleaning their own rooms.
- All unrefrigerated food should be properly covered.
- All garbage and recycling should be disposed of promptly and in receptacles provided for this purpose.
- All Dining Services trays, dishes, containers, and eating utensils should be returned to the dining rooms or to the nearest collection station.
Collections Policy
Common Area Space
- Residents are expected to remove garbage and any leftover food, dishes, and silverware that are used.
- Common area space should not be used for sleeping or sexual activity.
- Residents are expected to abide by community decisions regarding use of common area space.
- Hallways, lobbies and dens should not be used for storage of belongings for any length of time, even on a temporary basis.
- Housing-provided furniture in dens, lounges, and hallways/lobby areas may not be removed.
- Residents should not organize events in common areas without consulting with, and receiving approval from, a Residence Life staff member.
- Common area spaces cannot be used to show or listen to pornographic material. Questions regarding the appropriateness of material should be directed to the Residence Life Coordinator or Area Coordinator.
- Alcoholic beverages or empty alcoholic beverage containers are not allowed in common area spaces.
Custodial Services
Common areas such as bathrooms, dens, hallways, lounges, laundry rooms, and stairwells are cleaned on a daily basis by the custodial staff. When a custodian is cleaning a bathroom, the bathroom is unavailable for use by residents. Please respect the cleaning schedule and use a bathroom on an adjacent floor when yours is being cleaned. Also see Residence Halls Career Staff.
Doors
- Personal property on the outside of the room door must be attached to the door only and not expand to the door frame or the walls.
- Harassing or demeaning material (i.e. grafitti, genitalia, etc.) should not be posted on the outside of your room door, bulletin boards, dry erase boards, or other resident room doors. If you are unsure, consult your House Fellow.
- Room doors must be able to open freely and without obstruction.
- Exit doors meant to be locked and/or closed should not be propped open.
- Locking mechanisms should not be tampered with to ensure that doors can be securely closed and locked.
- No electrical lights may be hung on doors or door frames.
Drugs (May lead to dismissal from University Housing)
- The possession, use, or intent to deliver narcotics or dangerous drugs, including marijuana, is prohibited.
- The possession, use, or intent to deliver, narcotics or dangerous drugs, including marijuana, on grounds adjacent to the residence halls is prohibited.
- The possession of paraphernalia that is specific and unique to illegal drug use is prohibited.
- The misuse of prescription medication, including, but not limited to, sales and distribution, is prohibited. The misuse of over-the-counter medication is also prohibited.
- Information regarding drug-related services and counseling can be found at www.uhs.wisc.edu.
Elevators (May lead to dismissal from University Housing)
Tampering with elevators is not permitted. This includes, but is not limited to:
- tampering with the control panels/key access
- forcing elevator doors open or preventing them from closing
- cramming too many people into the elevator
- tampering with the alarm system
- engaging in behavior which damages the proper functioning of the elevators, including dumping water or other liquids in an elevator.
Evacuation
Building evacuation is required when the fire alarm is sounding. You should exit the building and move as far away as possible for your own safety and to allow those responding to the alarm access to the building.
FERPA
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
Fire Equipment (May lead to dismissal from University Housing)
Tampering with fire equipment such as fire alarms, fire extinguishers, sprinkler systems, exit signs, and smoke detectors is prohibited. Violations of this policy include, but are not limited to:
- removing a fire extinguisher from its prescribed location
- discharging a fire extinguisher for any purpose other than putting out a fire
- activating an alarm absent an emergency situation
- tampering with the covers on fire alarm pull stations
- tampering with common area and room sprinkler systems.
Firecrackers/Fireworks (May lead to dismissal from University Housing)
Possession and/or use of firecrackers and/or fireworks is prohibited. Violations of this rule include, but are not limited to: discharging, or in any way attempting to discharge, any type of manufactured or homemade fireworks including cannons or bottle rockets in, out of, or adjacent to a residence hall.
Fires (May lead to dismissal from University Housing)
Setting fires in and around the hall is prohibited. Violations of this rule include setting fire to items on a room door or bulletin board or any other flammable material in the hall, or fires caused by a lit candle or cigarette.
Food Preparation
Food preparation in an extensive and/or ongoing manner is not permitted in resident rooms as a matter of safety and sanitation. Kitchens and kitchenettes are available in each residence hall for this purpose.
Freezers
Stand-alone freezers are not permitted.
Furniture (provided by Housing)
- Fixed furniture such as desks, dressers, and bookshelves may not be detached without permission from the Building Supervisor.
- Residents may not drill holes in or disassemble any furniture.
- Modular furniture must be returned to its original arrangement at the end of the year.
- Loft system furniture is provided in all halls.
Furniture (provided by resident)
- Resident-provided furniture must be removed before checking out of the room.
- Waterbeds are not permitted.
Gambling
University Housing staff will enforce state laws regarding gambling. The exchange of money in gambling ventures is prohibited in Housing (including, but not limited to penny poker, games of chance, betting on various sports functions, on-line gambling from the residence halls, etc.).
Guest Registration
Due to the increased volume of guests during certain time periods, halls may require guests of residents to be registered with Housing staff. You will receive notice from your House Fellow at least two weeks in advance if it is necessary to register guests. Specifics of the guest registration policy will be shared by your House Fellow.
Guests are not allowed during designated days of Halloween.
Guests and Visitors
A Guest/Visitor is defined as:
- any person who does not live in the hall whom you bring or let into the hall.
- any person who comes to visit you once you are aware of his/her presence.
- any person who is in your room who does not live in your hall.
- any person for whom you assume responsibility.
General Policies
- You are responsible for, and will be held accountable for, the behavior of your guests and visitors.
- No more than 3 people (residents or guests) in a standard double room and 2 people (residents or guests) in a standard single room may be sleeping at any given time. If you think that your room does not fit into these two main types, check with your Residence Life Coordinator or Area Coordinator for the maximum number of people who may sleep in your room. Room limits for guests are determined by the fire code.
- Overnight guests may not stay more than 3 consecutive nights in any hall. Residents may not have any overnight guests or combination of overnight guests for more than 6 nights per month or more than 2 weekends a month.
- Overnight guests are not allowed during final exam periods.
- Discuss with your roommate your desire to host an overnight guest and work together to agree on expectations. Please utilize your roommate agreement to establish these expectations and refer to them throughout the year.
- One overnight guest per night is generally allowed during break periods and is subject to all other guest guidelines.
- Guests and visitors may not be in possession of resident room keys (see Keys).
- Guests and visitors must be escorted whenever they are outside of a host’s room.
- Guests and visitors must use bathroom facilities designated for use by their own sex.
- Your guests are not welcome in the University Residence Halls if they are under the influence of alcohol or other drugs.
Guest Registration
Due to the increased volume of guests during certain time periods, halls may require guests of residents to be registered with Housing staff. You will receive notice from your House Fellow at least two weeks in advance if it is necessary to register guests. Specifics of the guest registration policy will be shared by your House Fellow.
Guests are not allowed during designated days of Halloween.
Guests at Meal Times
Visitors to University Housing are welcome to eat in the Dining Services units. A student may purchase food for guests, such as visiting parents, on a Housing Food Account. Other visitors, such as UW faculty and staff, may purchase food by paying cash at slightly higher prices.
Roommate Guidelines
It is expected that you will discuss and clarify the following issues with your roommate before hosting guests and visitors, especially overnight guests, and respect your roommate’s wishes when it comes to hosting guests.
- Are there specific nights that either you or your roommate do not want overnight guests? For example, you might not want guests on a certain day because you have an exam the next day.
- Are there general nights of the week that either you or your roommate do not want overnight guests? For example, you might not want guests on Sunday nights because you need to get up early on Mondays.
- Are there specific individuals whom either you or your roommate feel uncomfortable having as a visitor in the room?
- Are there personal items of yours that you do not want visitors using? For example, you might not care if your roommate uses your computer but is it okay for your roommate’s visitor to use it?
- How far in advance should you discuss the arrival of potential guests? For example, is it okay to decide the same day that an overnight guest is coming? What if a guest just shows up in Madison and wants to stay over?
- Are there specific behaviors that are off limits in your room? For example, you may want to discuss issues of substance use, physical intimacy, etc. with your roommate before the arrival of guests.
Hall Desks
Halloween
Guests are not allowed during designated days of Halloween.
2009 Division of Housing Halloween Policy
Harassment (May lead to dismissal from University Housing)
"Harassment" is defined as verbal threats, intimidation, or conduct which: tend to cause or incite a breach of the peace; or are severe or pervasive enough to substantially interfere with a reasonable student's educational performance, opportunities or benefits, or mental, emotional or physical well-being and which actually do so interfere. The presentation of any idea, regardless of the ideas' nature or perceived value, may not be considered harassment unless it is accompanied with verbal threats, intimidation, or conduct as previously defined.
Behaviors and actions exhibited via electronic media including email, text messaging or social networking websites (e.g. Facebook or MySpace) may be in violation of the harassment policy or fit the definition of a bias incident.
Hazardous Materials
Turpentine, dry cleaning fluid, lighter fluid, gasoline, and other highly flammable chemicals and dangerous chemicals such as, but not limited to: nitrous oxide and liquid nitrogen, are prohibited in residence hall rooms.
Hypodermic Needles
Hypodermic needles for medical purposes should be disposed of in special containers. University Housing provides containers. Contact your House Fellow if you need a needle disposal kit.
Identification/Access
- Residents must be able to produce appropriate identification when asked to do so by a staff member.
- Student ID cards may not be altered or used as false identification to impersonate another student.
- Students are encouraged to protect their ID card and handle it as a credit card or cash.
- If you lose your ID card, report it immediately either online or at your hall desk. A lost card could mean unauthorized access to your hall, jeopardizing the security of fellow residents. For information on obtaining a new card visit: www.union.wisc.edu/photoid You are responsible for any purchases made on your Housing Food Account and/or Campus Cash Account until your card is deactivated.
- You may choose to temporarily deactivate your ID card, which will prohibit anyone from accessing your Housing Food Account and/or Campus Cash Account, and then have your card reactivated (when the lost ID card is found) at no charge.
- A temporary Wiscard can be obtained for a $3 charge from your hall desk or from the manager in each dining services unit. If you choose to get a temporary card, you will need to purchase a new UW-Madison student ID ($25) within five days.
- For temporary access to your hall, go to your hall desk to get an E-key. (See Lost Keys and Lockouts for further information.)
Incense (see Candles)
- Burning incense in resident rooms and public areas is prohibited.
- Burning incense for religious purposes may be permitted with restrictions and with prior permission from the Residence Life Coordinator of the hall.
Information Technology (ResNet)
For guidelines and policies regarding the appropriate use of Information Technology and ResNet, please see the ResNet Web site.
Keys (May lead to dismissal from University Housing)
- Keys are to be in the possession of and/or only used by the resident to whom they were issued.
- University keys may not be duplicated or altered.
- Residents should be able to show room keys upon request.
Laundry Facilities
Laundry rooms are located in the basements or other common areas of the halls. In the smaller halls such as Kronshage, Adams, and Tripp, laundry rooms are located centrally to serve a number of houses. Laundry services are for use by residents only.
Washing machines are operated by your UW-Madison ID card (your Wiscard debit card) in all of our residence halls. Dryers are free.
High efficiency soap is recommended for University Housing washing machines.
Lofts Provided by University Housing
All University Residence Halls have loftable furniture.
- Loft system furniture may not be removed from the room.
- If the loft is placed parallel to and up against a window, safety railings are required.
- Lofts must not impede the exit from the room.
- The ResNet cable raceway and/or data jacks may not be altered in any way by the construction of, placement of, and/or use of a loft.
The hall desk is where U.S. and Campus mail are picked up and delivered. U.S. mail is delivered Monday - Saturday and is usually sorted and put into mailboxes by 5:00 p.m. Campus mail is delivered Monday - Friday.
The Post Office requires that mail to the residence halls be addressed correctly. Please ask your correspondents to use the full address, including the street address. Incomplete or incorrect addresses can lead to delays in delivery.
It is essential that all mail includes the resident's name, room number, house and hall with the building street address.
For example: John Doe 201 Swenson Kronshage 1650 Kronshage Dr. Madison, WI 53706
Street Addresses and Zip Codes for
University Residence Halls
| Hall | Address | 9-digit Zip Code |
| Adams Hall | 1520 Tripp Circle | 53706-1282 |
| Barnard Hall | 970 University Avenue | 53706-1379 |
| Bradley Hall | 1900 Willow Drive | 53706-1176 |
| Chadbourne Hall | 420 N. Park Street | 53706-1489 |
| Cole Hall | 625 Elm Drive | 53706-1183 |
| Elizabeth Waters Hall | 1200 Observatory Drive | 53706-1292 |
| Friedrick Hall | 1950 Willow Drive | 53706-0508 |
| Kronshage Hall | 1650 Kronshage Drive | 53706-1277 |
| Ogg Hall | 835 W. Dayton Street | 53706-1799 |
| Sellery Hall | 821 W. Johnson Street | 53706-1798 |
| Slichter Hall | 625 Babcock Drive | 53706-1204 |
| Smith Hall | 35 N. Park Street | 53715-1218 |
| Sullivan Hall | 635 Elm Drive | 53706-1104 |
| Susan B. Davis House | 917 W. Johnson Street | 53715-1070 |
| Tripp Hall | 1510 Tripp Circle | 53706-1294 |
| Witte Hall | 615 W. Johnson Street | 53706-1792 |
| Merit House | ||
| Rooms 280–295 | 917 W. Dayton Street | 53715–2238 |
| Rooms 380–395 | 917 W. Dayton Street | 53715–2239 |
| Rooms 131–137 | 919 W. Dayton Street | 53715–2240 |
| Rooms 152–235 | 919 W. Dayton Street | 53715–2241 |
| Rooms 237–258 | 919 W. Dayton Street | 53715–2242 |
| Rooms 331–351 | 919 W. Dayton Street | 53715–2243 |
| Rooms 353–358 | 919 W. Dayton Street | 53715–2244 |
| Rooms 110–125 | 921 W. Dayton Street | 53715–2245 |
| Rooms 210–225 | 921 W. Dayton Street | 53715–2246 |
| Rooms 310–325 | 921 W. Dayton Street | 53715–2247 |
Mail is only delivered to assigned occupants of a room. Mail addressed to your nickname may delay the delivery of your mail, or cause it to be returned to the sender. Name alteration with the intent to defraud is against U.S. postal service laws and a felony.
If you are anticipating receipt of mail over winter break, notify the sender of your address during the break. Mail received at your hall address will be held and placed in your mailbox, and you can pick it up when the halls reopen. If you are registered for winter break housing, you will receive it during that time.
After you move out, U.S. mail will be forwarded for six months to the address listed on the My UW portal.
Postings and FYI Brochures
Registered student organizations (RSOs) wishing to get a poster approved for the residence hall bulletin boards must email deskservices@housing.wisc.edu. RSOs wishing to have FYIs in the brochure racks must reserve a week by emailing DeskFYI@housing.wisc.edu. RSOs are limited to one FYI every 30 days.
Motor Vehicles and Mopeds
- Motor vehicles are not permitted on the sidewalks or in the courtyards surrounding the residence halls. You may not ride a moped in these areas.
- Motor vehicles and mopeds are not permitted inside any University building, including residence halls, under any circumstances.
- Vehicles classified by Wisconsin Statutes as a motorcycle (engine larger than 50 cubic centimeters or equivalent power) must be parked in designated motorcycle parking areas. Permits are required and may be obtained from the campus Parking and Transportation Office.
- Mopeds must be parked in marked moped stalls or they will be ticketed.
- Take all appropriate safety precautions to safeguard your moped.
- If mopeds or motor vehicles are found in the residence halls, UW-Police will be called to confiscate and store, and a ticket will be issued.
Musical Instruments
Guidelines for playing musical instruments in your room follow the same guidelines as for noise; however, you should understand that some musical instruments, by their nature, are virtually impossible to play at a level that does not disturb others. These instruments include, but are not limited to: amplified musical instruments (i.e. electric guitars, keyboards, and subwoofers), drums, and brass instruments. Some halls may have designated spaces to play these instruments. Pianos in public areas, such as main lounges, may have restricted hours for playing as set by the Residence Life Staff.
Noise
Regardless of the time of day, it is your responsibility to ensure that noise from you, your room, and your guests/visitors does not infringe on the living environment of other community members. Your behavior should contribute to an environment conducive to studying and learning. Due to the widespread community impact, yelling and/or playing music out of windows is prohibited, regardless of the time of day.
Outlets (see also Raceways)
- The use of multiple socket outlet plugs designed to expand the number of outlets in a room is prohibited.
- Only circuit breaker extension cords are permitted.
- Tampering with electrical wires or outlets is prohibited.
- No ceiling fans may be installed in student rooms.
- Rewiring any electrical source is prohibited.
- Carpeting should not be placed over extension cords.
Painting
Residents may not paint resident rooms. If the walls or ceiling in your room are damaged and need repair and/or painting, contact the Maintenance and Repair Service (MARS) by going on-line at mars.housing.wisc.edu.
Parking
- There is NO parking available for cars of students who live on campus.
- You must get a permit to park motorcycles on campus, and they must be parked in designated motorcycle areas. Contact the Parking and Transportation Office for more information.
- Bicycles and mopeds can be parked in the bicycle racks provided near each hall. (See also: Bicycles, Motor Vehicles and Mopeds.)
Pepper Spray/Mace
The use of pepper spray or mace for situations other than self defense when in imminent danger is prohibited.
Pets
All pets other than fish, in a 20 gallon or smaller tank, are prohibited.
Pranks
Pranks which include theft or damage of property, violate other policies, or put anyone in danger are prohibited and will be treated seriously. They may result in dismissal from University Housing.
Promotional Activities
Campaigning
- Only University agencies, residence hall student organizations/interest groups/committees, and registered student organizations are permitted to engage in political campaigning with limitations in the residence halls. The details of this policy are available in the Residence Life Office in each hall.
- Door-to-door campaigning is prohibited.
Commercial Activities
- Using residence hall rooms, mailboxes, telephones, or University Information Technology resources to conduct any commercial enterprise is prohibited.
- Peddling, selling, and/or soliciting on University property or by using University Information Technology resources is prohibited. An exception to this rule is the sale of personal property purchased primarily for your own use such as CDs and books.
- Salespeople may be invited to your room to sell items to you personally but no one other than assigned residents of the room may be present.
Posting
All postings should comply with Housing posting policy. Only designated bulletin boards should be used. Please see your Residence Life Coordinator or Area Coordinator for information about postings and approval.
Solicitation
- All forms of door-to-door canvassing and soliciting, whether for commercial, political, or informational purposes, are prohibited. This includes a prohibition against placing promotional materials under or on resident room doors.
- Appointed residence hall organization representatives may not solicit or promote for commercial purposes but may go door-to-door to conduct the business of their organization.
Quiet Hours
Quiet hours have been established as 11:00 p.m.-7:00 a.m. Sunday through Thursday and midnight-7:00 a.m. Friday and Saturday.
During quiet hours, it is expected that noise from you and/or your room should not be loud enough to disrupt residents of the community, including rooms on floors above and below. A community of residents may choose to establish more restrictive quiet hours for its members. Quiet hours are more restrictive during exam periods in all residence halls.
The hours outside of quiet hours are considered courtesy hours. Your behavior and noise level should be respectful to your community and be conducive to studying and learning.
You can expect that all halls will have more restrictive quiet hours during final exam week.
Raceways and Cable Outlets
The raceway is the conduit that brings the voice, video and data capabilities to your room. Please note that:
- nothing may be hung from the ResNet cable raceway in rooms
- the ResNet cable raceway and outlets may not be removed, damaged, or altered.
Recycling
- All residents are responsible for separating trash from recyclables and for disposing of these items as prescribed in each hall.
- Items that should be recycled include: clear, green, and brown glass; aluminum cans; some plastic bottles; newspaper; corrugated cardboard; office paper; and tin cans.
Refrigerators
- A refrigerator is provided in each resident room.
- Residents are not allowed to remove refrigerators from the room.
- A resident-furnished refrigerator is also allowed, but please keep in mind that rooms have limited space and electrical capacity. Residents may be required to remove appliances that cause electrical problems in the building.
Repairs
Emergency repair services for broken windows, locks, or other urgent situations are available by contacting your House Fellow or the hall desk. If you are unable to reach either of these sources, you should call University Police at 264-COPS (264-2677) and describe the problem. The dispatcher has a means of contacting the appropriate maintenance staff members to assist you.
Non-emergency repairs can be requested through the Maintenance and Repair Service (MARS) by going on-line at:
To submit a request online, you will leave your name, phone number, room number, house/hall name, and a brief description of the repair request. These requests for service are reviewed twice every working day (M-F) and passed along immediately to the Physical Facilities staff. Examples of non-emergency repairs include: locks that are malfunctioning but still working; toilets, sinks, or showers that are not working properly; windows not working properly; and screens which are broken or damaged. Additional information and examples of non-emergency repairs can be found on-line on E-fellow under Services/Facilities at:
In most cases, repairs are handled in one to two working days (M-F). When major repairs are required or if a repair expert is not readily available, a longer time may be required. If you request repairs, you may expect a member of the Physical Facilities staff to come to your room between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.. If you are asleep, the staff member will return at a later time or day. Any employee who comes to your room to complete a repair will leave a “Notice of Entry” card.
At times buildings or infrastructure repairs need to be completed during the academic year. Examples include: roof repair/replacement, underground utilities, building electric service, exterior brick repair, and sidewalks and roads. These projects can create noise and other construction-related problems. Efforts to minimize the disruption will be made, but they are not always successful depending on the type of construction being done. Residents are not provided room rental rebates for construction.
ResNet Policies
Rollerblading
- The use of rollerblades, rollerskates, or skateboards is not allowed in, around, or adjacent to any University building, including residence halls.
- Students are expected to remove their rollerblades prior to entering residence hall facilities.
Room Accountability Records (RARs)
The Room Accountability Record (RAR) can be found on e-fellow, the student intranet, and needs to be completed online when you check in and serves as the record of the condition of your room at the beginning of your occupancy. You should note any defects in the room, ceiling, and furnishings and inventory the equipment provided. Failure to complete the RAR will mean that the condition of the room will be determined to be as it was at the end of the previous occupancy. Therefore, failure to return your RAR could mean that you may be held responsible for damages that predate your occupancy. The condition of your room will be checked and the condition of the furnishings will be evaluated after you move out of your room. If damages have occurred or if items are missing that are not noted on the RAR, you will be held responsible for the costs of repair or replacement.
Roommates (see Roommate Guidelines under Guest and Visitors; Room Assignment Policies)
It is beneficial to talk with your roommate at the beginning of the year about living together and personal preferences. The Roommate Agreement Worksheet can facilitate that conversation.
Screens
Window screens must be kept on the windows, in their proper location, at all times.
Security Cameras
Security cameras with recording devices are located throughout the first floor and building entrance areas of University Residence Halls.
Information recovered from these cameras may be used by Housing staff or University Police to address violations of University or Housing policies.
Security System
Interfering with the security system is prohibited. Violations include but are not limited to: tampering with locks in resident rooms and other areas; propping open doors that are meant to be locked and/or closed; exiting through doors marked "emergency exit only;" jamming a door to prevent it from opening or closing or tying doors shut; taping open locks on doors; altering, loaning, or duplicating University keys; and tampering with security cameras.
Self Care
Smoke Detectors (in rooms)
- Room smoke detectors must be plugged in at all times.
- Tampering with room smoke detectors is prohibited.
Smoking
- Smoking is not permitted anywhere in the University Residence Halls, including public areas such as dens, hallways, and bathrooms as well as student rooms.
- Smoking is not allowed within 25 feet of all University Residence Halls and Food Service buildings under the University’s smoke-free policy and state law.
Sports
Playing sports in common areas inside and/or using any type of bat, ball, stick, or other object is not allowed.
Sprinklers
- Tampering with common area and room sprinkler systems is prohibited.
- Nothing may be hung from the sprinklers in rooms and common areas.
Staff Members (compliance with and treatment of)
- All residents and guests in the halls are expected to comply with requests from staff members whether or not they agree with the request. If you have a concern about the validity of a request, you should comply and then speak with the Residence Life Coordinator or Area Coordinator of your hall as soon as possible.
- All residents are expected to comply with disciplinary sanctions issued through disciplinary hearings and meetings.
- The use of physical force of any kind against a staff member is prohibited.
- Verbal abuse, physical intimidations or menacing behaviors directed towards a staff member, the display of materials that demean a staff member, and/or interference with staff members engaged in the performance of assigned responsibilities is prohibited.
Substance Use (see Alcohol, Drugs, Smoking)
Substance-Free Environment
Residents who are committed to a substance-free environment have agreed to observe a standard that prohibits the use of tobacco products, incense, alcohol, and illegal drugs as defined by Wisconsin law and University policy. In addition, residents have agreed and have made a commitment that the use of any of these substances outside the house that has an effect on the environment in the house is prohibited (i.e. drinking off-campus and disturbing others while intoxicated).
Residents are required to sign a substance-free agreement when they move into the substance-free enivironment. Guests and family members who visit must adhere to these standards as well. Residents who fail to live up to these standards have failed to abide by the Housing Contract; they may be moved from the house on the first offense, and can expect to be moved on the second offense. The Residence Life Coordinator will review policies and reiterate community expectations with residents who choose to violate the substance-free agreement.
Tampering (with fire equipment)
Tampering with fire equipment such as fire alarms, fire extinguishers, sprinkler systems, exit signs, and common area smoke detectors is prohibited. Violations include, but are not limited to:
- removing a fire extinguisher from its prescribed location
- discharging a fire extinguisher for any purpose other than putting out a fire
- setting false alarms
- tampering with the covers on fire alarm pull stations
- tampering with common area and room sprinkler systems.
- tampering with exit signs
Any action by a resident which places other residents at risk will usually result in dismissal from University Housing. Such actions include not only setting a fire but also tampering with safety equipment. In addition, the resident can anticipate being placed on University Probation or possibly being expelled from the University.
Students not living in University Housing would face similar disciplinary actions from the University of Wisconsin. Such actions by guests will have legal consequences as well as possible consequences for their host.
Theft
- Removal of housing-owned furniture from the building is prohibited and will be treated as theft.
- Tampering with washing machines, game machines, and/or vending machines in order to avoid paying for services is prohibited.
- Taking food/beverage from Food Service dining rooms/stores without paying for it and/or consuming food/beverage in food service dining rooms/stores before paying for it is prohibited.
- The removal of personal property belonging to your roommate or another community member without his/her consent is prohibited and will be treated as theft.
- Theft from a roommate may result in dismissal from University Housing.
Vandalism (see Bias Incidents)
You may not damage, deface and/or destroy University property or property belonging to another resident or guest either deliberately or through negligence on your part. You will be expected to reimburse the University for any damage you or your guests cause. You may also face disciplinary action.
Vegetation
Potted plants and fresh flowers are permitted in resident rooms. All other non-planted or dried vegetation (such as Christmas trees, wreaths, straw, wood with bark on it, etc.) is not permitted.
Video/Cell Phones and other Electronic Devices
Residents may not take images of someone without his/her permission. Transmission of such images electronically also requires permission of the person.
Weapons (May lead to dismissal from University Housing)
- The possession and/or use of firearms and other dangerous weapons (including firearm and dangerous weapon replicas). This includes, but is not limited to, guns, pellet guns, BB guns, Airsoft BB guns, bows and arrows, ninja stars, knives and swords.
- Individuals may not display or portray as real any object that resembles a dangerous weapon. This may lead to dismissal from University Housing as well.
Weights
Weight lifting equipment, other than hand weights used for jogging or aerobics, is prohibited.
Windows
- Throwing or dropping objects out of windows or down stairwells is prohibited. Violations of this rule include: throwing objects out of windows and throwing, dropping, or disposing of liquid through the window. (Can lead to dismissal from University Housing)
- Removal of windows and screens is prohibited.
- Hanging items, such as bird feeders, outside of your window is prohibited.
- Climbing out of a window onto the roof or window ledge is prohibited.
- Exiting your room via the window is prohibited unless it is due to a life-threatening situation.
