Residential Life
Decorations
Condition and Care of Facilities | Computer Network Access | Damages
Decorations | Disruptive Behavior | Overnight Guests and Visitors
Prohibited Items | Quiet and Courtesy Hours | Residence Hall Board License
Resident Non-Smoking Policy | Security and Fire Safety
Decorations
Students are encouraged to decorate their rooms and apartments but cautioned that any damage caused by nail holes, stripped paint, etc., may be assessed (residents may use tacks to display posters or banners on their room/apartment wall(s), with respect to fire and safety policies.) Fire regulations prohibit the blocking of free entry to and from the apartment and stipulate that paper and other flammable decorations may not exceed 20 percent of the wall space in any room. No combustible materials or items may be affixed to the ceiling. The use of fabrics (including bed linens), fishnetting, tapestries, etc., may not be used to decorate walls or ceilings. Natural boughs and trees for holiday decorating are also prohibited. Students are required to adhere to safe practices when displaying electrically illuminated lights or decorations.
Displays
Resident students are permitted to display any posters or other items in their apartments that do not violate fire codes or SUNYIT policies on harassment and discrimination. Displays in the exterior windows or doors are subject to regulation. In the interest of promoting an academic environment, alcoholic beverage containers, alcohol promotional signs, and items which may affront or alarm members of the college community may not be displayed to the outside of a student apartment. Fire and safety regulations also prohibit displaying any items in the windows which would interfere with an emergency exit or rescue. Students with questions about this policy may contact the Director of College Housing.