Residence Life Mission Statement

The Viterbo University Office of Residence Life commits to provide a safe and inclusive living and learning environment for on-campus residents. We promote the Viterbo Franciscan values through purposeful programming that fosters a community to achieve academic, personal, and leadership growth and success.

Air Conditioning

Air conditioning is provided in all apartment buildings and lounges. Accommodation requests for use of an air conditioning unit in a Bonaventure Hall or Marian Hall room may be submitted following the formal procedure (more information found here: Students with Diagnosed Needs - Accommodations | Viterbo University) Use of fans is encouraged.

Antennae

It is strictly prohibited to install a private antenna to any University residence or building. It is also prohibited to “hijack” Wi-Fi, TV or telephone service for private use.

Cancellation Of Housing Contract

To secure a refund of the housing deposit, returning students who have submitted a housing contract and deposit who decide not to enroll or who enroll and elect not to live in Viterbo University housing the following fall, must notify Residence Life in writing by May 1.

 

Check In Times

Check In is supervised by Residence Life Staff and conducted according to a specific schedule of dates and times. When you check in you will be given a room assignment, a key, an ID (if applicable) and a room inventory to check the condition of the room.

Check Out Times

At the end of the semester/academic year, residents are expected to vacate their rooms by the day, time, and procedures posted. Rooms must be clean and in the same general condition as at the start of occupancy. Residents with late examinations or special circumstances that prevent vacating by the specified closing time must contact the Office of Residence Life or an Area Coordinator for extended stay permission. At the end of the academic year, residents have the option to complete an express check out (returning the room/apartment key in a special envelope) or a traditional check out. Resident Assistants will inventory the room and furnishings to note any damages to the room/apartment on the inventory form. The form is given to the Area Coordinators who will determine damage charges. A second review occurs after the hall closes, conducted by custodial and Residence Life Staff to determine room condition. Failure to observe the check-out procedures will result in a $25 fine assessed as an improper check out.

Children

All children (under age 16) are to be supervised by a responsible parent or guardian at all times when on campus. Any childcare or babysitting must take place off campus at the residence of parents or guardians.

Consolidation

The University reserves the right to consolidate resident rooms. Consolidation is a procedure used at many universities. Although it may take place for other reasons, consolidation typically occurs when a room or apartment is not occupied at optimal capacity. To ensure optimal occupancy and efficiency, Residence Life may request moves of the residents remaining in a unit not at capacity to a similar room or apartment and usually within the same building. When consolidation is necessary, the students involved will be notified. In the event of a consolidation: (a) a student who refuses to reside with another student will likely be charged the appropriate pro-rated single room rate, and (b) single rooms may not be available based on occupancy and/or other factors.

Cooking And Microwave Ovens

Due to sanitation, health, and safety laws, cooking is not permitted in student rooms in Bonaventure and Marian Halls but microwave ovens and toasters are provided for use in the lounges of these halls. Students living in the apartments may bring microwave ovens and toasters for use.

Curtains And Blinds

Curtains or blinds are provided in each room/apartment. These must remain on the windows at all times.

Cleanliness

Resident students are responsible for cleaning their rooms and cleaning any litter or “mess” that they make in the corridors and lounge areas. Littering and noxious odors are violations of the Code of Student Conduct. Recycling receptacles and dumpsters are located outside all facilities for disposal of trash and boxes.

Closing And Locking Doors For Security

Resident students are expected to close and lock their room doors to prevent theft. Also, doors to residence facilities must remain closed to maintain building security. Propping doors open is a security risk and a violation of residence hall policy.

 

Damages

Residents of each room are responsible for keeping the premises and room contents in good order and free from damage by the residents and their guests. Each resident understands and agrees that he/she is responsible for any and all damages that may occur to the room/ apartment and/or its contents. If damage or loss occurs to the property and the responsible student(s) are not known, the charge may be divided among the students of the floor, hall or rooms in the apartment and charged to the student’s accounts. All damages should be promptly reported to the RA or Area Coordinator. Charges for damages may occur after the Resident Assistant has checked a student out if damages are noted by a Physical Plant or Residence Life staff member.

Decorating Rooms

Students decorating their rooms, doors, or floors for any occasion must follow these guidelines.

1.  Use flame-resistant materials.

2.  Use lights that are UL-approved and are of low wattage. Halogen lamps may not be used.

3.  Do not decorate over fire alarm pull stations, fire extinguisher cabinets, smoke detectors, sprinkler heads room numbers, and exit signs.

4.  Display of beer cans and other alcohol and drug paraphernalia are not permitted in residence halls, apartments and houses.

5.  Decorating must be done in good taste. Residence Life Staff may ask students to remove offensive or inappropriate publicly displayed (outside doors and windows) material.

6.  Items hanging from the ceiling are prohibited.

7.  Duct tape and glow-in-the-dark stars/patterns are strictly prohibited. Command strips may be used except in Bonaventure Terrace and Clare Apartments. Therefore, small nails and tacks are allowed only in Bonaventure and Clare.  Poster putty use for hanging decorations is recommended in all locations. Adhesives provided with Dry Erase Boards may not be used.

8.  Other University belongings not included with the room (signs, couches, lamps, tables, etc.) are not permitted in the student rooms as these items are for the use of all students. If such items are found in student rooms they may be removed and disciplinary action taken.

Dietary Restrictions

Students requiring special diets should contact ARAMARK at 608-796-3837 to make arrangements. Most special accommodations can be met after consultation with the Director of Dining Services. Certain acute medical conditions exist that require modifications of food preparation and accessibility within a particular campus dining plan. If a student has such need for accommodation, they must file an Application for Accommodations Based on Disability-Related Need with the University’s Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) officer. More information can be found here: Students with Diagnosed Needs - Accommodations | Viterbo University. An appeal of this process may be made to the Director of Advising, Career Development, and Accessibility. No student will be excused from the meal plan for financial reasons.

 

Dining Services

Eateries at Viterbo include: The Caf, located in the Student Union, features breakfast, lunch or dinner with entrees, grill, deli, salad and dessert bars, and more. The Caf is open between meals and offers a place to study, meet and enjoy special dining events. 

Crossroads POD and Grill in the Student Union is a stop in for snacks, groceries, shakes, grab-and-go salads, sandwiches, smoothies, and made-to-order grill items. Use your V-Hawk Bucks or cash at Crossroads to dine in or take out.

Einstein Bros. Bagels at Franny’s is adjacent to the library entrances and offers gourmet coffee, freshly baked bagels, salads, sandwiches, and soups.

Hours and menus can be found here: Dining Locations - Viterbo University

Dining Options at Viterbo include Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 meals. Each comes in a Value or Flex variety: On Campus Residents/Graduate Students - Viterbo University.

First year on-campus students are assigned the Tier 1 meal plan. Sophomore students may choose from the Tier 1 or Tier 2 options. Juniors and Seniors may choose from any of the Tier options. Requests to change meal plans are accepted the first two weeks of each semester.  Contact your Area Coordinator for more information.

For commuter students only, there’s the $600 V-Hawk Option for use in The Caf, Crossroads POD Market and Grill, and at Einstein Bros. Bagels at Franny’s.

V-Hawk Value Bucks for Those on a Meal Plan

V-Hawk Value Bucks are prepaid dollars automatically deposited into your food service account to be used in the form of declining balance at the Caf, Crossroads Pod and Market, and Einstein Bros. at Franny’s. V-Hawk Value Bucks are a great value, convenient to use and offer meal plan flexibility. V-Hawk Value Bucks may be used to purchase full meals at the Caf or to make a la carte purchases of food, snacks, and beverages at Crossroads Pod and Einstein Bros. You may purchase additional V-Hawk Bucks through the dining services website: http://viterbo.campusdish.com

Please note that:  (a) ID cards are not transferable, (b) Fall semester V-Hawk Value Bucks will carry over to spring semester, and (c) any remaining balance at the end of spring semester will be forfeited.

Sack Lunches/Sick Trays/Special Diets

If you are unable to eat in the dining room due to class or job conflicts, you can order a sack lunch through Dining Service. 24-hour notice is required. Sack lunch forms can be obtained through the Dining Service Office. Sick Trays are also available for students who cannot make it to meals because of illness or injury. Contact Health Services to make arrangements. Students requiring special diets should contact the Dining Service Office. Most special needs can be met after a brief consultation with the Director of Dining Service.

Dining Service Committee

The Dining Service Committee meets regularly with the Director of Dining Service. At these meetings, student concerns and suggestions are discussed. This committee serves as an excellent tool for enhancing the Dining Service program and increasing student satisfaction. All are encouraged to participate.

 

Door Access Cards

Your student ID card provides access to select building doors on campus and should be treated the same as a key. Administration of the cards is handled by the Physical Plant Department. Door cards are activated when issued. Cards are not active and will not allow entry into academic buildings during academic breaks. Cards are active and will allow entry into residence buildings during breaks only with written authorization from the Office of Residence Life. Cards become inactive at 6 PM the day of the official end of the academic year. Students living off campus do not have card access to any of the residences. Students have access only to that residence where they live and to the Student Union.

Drills

The University holds fire and other drills to prepare students for emergencies. Occupants should follow directions during the drills. In the event of an actual fire or a fire drill, occupants are required to evacuate according to the rules established in each building. Failure to do so may result in a fine. Follow the instructions of the Residence Life Staff, Campus Security, and/or fire-fighting personnel. Keep the following items in mind:

For any Drill:

1. Walk. Don’t run. Be particularly careful in the staircases. Do not use elevators.
2. Follow the instructions of personnel authorized to take charge at the scene of the emergency. For a Fire or Fire Drill:
3. Proceed to the designated outdoor rally point using the closest emergency exit. The designated outdoor rally point is Lot Q, between Canticle Apartments and the Physical Plant.
4. Do not attempt to salvage personal belongings.
5. Close doors and windows when you leave.
6. Before opening a closed door, feel to see if it is hot. If it is hot, attempt to find another exit route.
7. A towel or blanket soaked in water can be helpful in combating smoke inhalation.
8. Students with certain accommodations will be given different instructions depending on their needs.

For any a Tornado or Tornado Drill:

1. Proceed directly to your buildings designated safe zone. Generally this is the basement. Bonaventure residents should go to the first floor hallway of Bonaventure .
2. Close doors and windows when you leave.

Early Move-In Policy

1.  Early move in requires a formal request via a survey which must be made to the Office of Residence Life by the given deadline and show evidence of extraordinary circumstance and need for early move in.

2.  The student’s written request is followed with written approval or denial of early move in by the Office of Residence Life.

3.  Requests for early move in are rarely approved.  Early arrival is not permitted earlier than seven days before the start of the semester.

4.  Students will be billed $30 for each day stayed prior to the move in date (for students of similar class standing). The total amount is billed to the student’s account during the first week of classes. Students are charged an additional $50 fee if the written request is not submitted by the deadline.

6.  Unauthorized early arrivals may be asked to leave and face disciplinary action. If allowed to stay, they are charged a one-time $100 penalty in addition to the appropriate daily or weekly fee (whichever applies).

Extended Stay Procedures

1.  Extended stay past the last day of the student’s final examination requires a request form. The student’s request must be submitted to Residence Life by the published deadline and must show evidence of extraordinary circumstance and need for extended stay.

2.  The student’s written request will be followed with written approval or denial of extended stay by the Office of Residence Life.

3.  $20 for each day of extended stay on campus beginning the Sunday after commencement will be billed to the student’s account. Any student staying six days or more will be charged the weekly summer fee.

4.  Students are billed an additional $50 fee if the request form is not submitted by the published deadline but who are approved to stay.

 

Elevators

Students and their guests are asked not to tamper with elevators to prevent injury and inconvenience to self and others.

Eligibility

You must be enrolled at Viterbo University and be determined eligible to reside in student housing by the Director of Residence Life or appropriate Viterbo University authority. Residents are required to be full-time status to live on campus. Students carrying less than 12 credits must request approval of the Director of Residence Life to live on campus.

Ensuring Safety in Corridors, Lounges, Lobbies, etc.

To avoid property damage, injury, and disruption, students are to refrain from the use of bikes, outdoor games, exercise, ball bouncing, or other sporting equipment use in the residence halls, apartment buildings, and Student Union. Also, in-line skating, scooters, wheelie shoes, and skateboarding, etc., are not allowed in any campus building, residence hall, and apartment building. Safety and building regulations require that all rooftops remain off-limits, except to designated personnel.

ROOM/APARTMENT ENTRY & ROOM/APARTMENT SEARCH POLICY  

The University is concerned not only with the intellectual development of students, but with their security and wellbeing as well. Occasionally, in order to maintain general security and enforce regulations, room entry and room search become necessary in campus residence halls. The following policy is intended to delineate a procedure for this realistic necessity while preserving the integrity of individuals and their rights to privacy to the greatest extent possible. It should be understood that the guidelines outlined are for internal protection and control; nothing herein can limit the ability of law enforcement or judicial agencies from responding to calls or seeking and obtaining legal search warrants for use on the university campus.  

ENTRY  

The following personnel may be authorized to enter residence hall student rooms under the conditions prescribed: 1. Student Life staff (including but not limited to Residence Life and Campus Safety and Security staff). 2. Physical Plant staff. 3. Non-university personnel contracted to perform maintenance or repair services on behalf of the University. Please note: Local law enforcement personnel may be authorized to enter student rooms if requested by Viterbo staff or in the event of an immediate threat to health or safety.  

ROOM SEARCH  

All room searches must be approved by a member of Student Life professional staff (e.g. Director of Safety and Security, Campus Security Officers, Residence Life Professional Staff) except in the case of an immediate and clear emergency or danger to safety or health.  

A room entry and search may be performed by Student Life personnel only if there is reasonable cause to suspect one of the following:  

1. Occupants of the room are in violation of Viterbo University policy with regard to conduct, health standards, and safety regulations.  

2. In the judgment of authorized personnel, there is a clear and immediate danger to health or safety present. Please note: Periodic health and safety inspections are conducted by the Residence Life staff. The spirit of these inspections is for preventive and corrective action and is in no way designed to include room searches.  

PROCEDURES FOR ROOM ENTRY, ROOM SEARCH, AND REPAIRS AND IMPRVOEMNETS  

1. No student room shall be entered without knocking and identification by the person seeking entry. Room entry, following the knock, shall be preceded by a sufficient period of time to provide occupant(s) reasonable opportunity to open the door themselves. In the event that a room is entered for the purposes of a search, written notification of entry will be provided to the residents if they are not present when the search occurs.  

2. If a room search is warranted based on the criteria listed above, Student Life staff have the authority to access the room and all things in it, including but not limited to fridges, dressers, desks, closets, bins, and any personal items belongings present on university property.  

3. Where entry is sought to make improvements or repairs, 24-hour notice should be given to the occupant(s), when possible; requests made via maintenance request, emergency, time-sensitive, and health or safety-related repairs/work does not require advance notice.  

4. In emergency situations where imminent danger to life, safety, health or property is feared, entry will be made without advance notice.  

5. Students will be emailed a receipt to their Viterbo University email address or a receipt will be posted on their door for any and all property removed or confiscated at time of search or entry. Any belongings not against policy or unlawful may be returned upon written request, and only after disposition of any related case by the appropriate University, civil, or criminal authorities.  

6. Two persons, to include at least one Student Life staff member, must be present at time of search.  

7. When it is necessary for authorized university personnel or their agents to search a student’s room when an occupant is not present, two qualified Student Life staff members must be present for the search.  

8. If the occupant is present, they should be given the opportunity to open drawers, luggage, etc., as required, during the room search. A student who believes this policy has been violated may appeal directly to the Director of Residence Life. The appeal should be in written form and should be presented within ten business days of the alleged violation. In the absence of the Director of Residence Life, the Vice President for Student Life and Dean of Students will receive the appeal. 

Fire Hazards

Candles, incense, fireworks, hot plates, grills, portable space heaters and halogen lamps are fire hazards and pose a danger to all students living on campus. These and related items are not permitted in the residence halls, and apartment buildings. Use or possession of items that are considered fire hazards may result in disciplinary action. Toasters are not permitted in Bonaventure and Marian Hall student rooms but are provided in floor lounges. Daisy chaining of extension cords is not permitted.

Fire Safety Equipment

Fire safety equipment is located on each floor of the residence halls and apartment buildings for safety and protection. Individuals tampering with such equipment are in violation of state law and are subject to disciplinary action.

Floor Meetings

The floor meetings provided by your Resident Assistant are designed to build community and convey important information. All resident students are responsible for knowledge of information shared at floor meetings and are encouraged to be active participants in building a positive floor community.

Guest Policy

Viterbo’s guest hours are designed to welcome visitors in a manner that accommodates social interaction while respecting each resident student’s right to privacy, safety, study and a tranquil living environment. The right of a resident student to live in reasonable calm and privacy takes precedence over the right of a roommate(s) to entertain guests in a room, suite, or apartment.

1.  A guest is defined as a person who is not assigned to live in a Viterbo room, suite, or apartment including other Viterbo students and those students who live in another Viterbo room, suite, or apartment. In cases where other residents living in a unit cannot agree, the right of the person to occupy his or her room, suite, or apartment without the presence of an overnight guest takes precedence over the right of a resident student to host a guest.

2.  The host resident student must escort (be with) his/her guest at all times. Unescorted guests are subject to detention, removal from University property, prosecution for trespassing, etc.

 

3.  Guest hours in Bonaventure Hall, Canticle House, Clare Apartments, La Verna Apartments, Marian Hall, McDonald Terrace, Rose Terrace, and Treacy House are Sunday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to Midnight and Friday and Saturday from 10 to 2 a.m. The use of guest hours helps enhance resident student safety, security of building and property, scholarship and privacy.

4.  The following locations are designated as 24-hour open areas: McDonald Terrace basement lounge, the Treacy House basement lounges, the Rose Terrace floor lounges, the Student Union lounges and the Clare Apartment Lobby. Students may also visit Einsteins around the clock.

5.  Resident students are responsible for ensuring that guests comply with all University policies, rules and regulations and will be held accountable for guest behavior. The host resident is responsible for informing a guest of campus policies.

6.  Courtesy hours are in effect around the clock in all housing facilities. Quiet hours are in effect in housing facilities Sunday through Thursday 10 p.m. to 10 a.m.; Friday and Saturday at midnight until 10 a.m. the next day.

7.  Guests are not allowed to use or borrow any resident student’s identification card or room key. A guest may not occupy a student’s room, suite, or apartment when the host resident is not present.

8.  Guests are not permitted to sleep in lounges. Lounges are intended for use by residents assigned to a particular floor or facility.

9.  Guests must be 18 years of age or older. (Exception: Siblings who are at least seven years of age and who are registered in the Office of Residence Life).

10. The University reserves the right to deny, limit, restrict or revoke access, guests and/or privileges.

11. The University reserves the right to suspend or strengthen guest and/or overnight guest privileges as special circumstances warrant.

12. Those who violate this policy are subject to disciplinary action, detention, removal from property and/or prosecution for trespassing, etc.

13. The members of any hall or floor may vote to establish a separate, more restrictive guest hours policy for that hall or floor, if no provision of such a policy is in conflict with this guest policy and at least sixty percent of the residents of the floor or hall vote in favor of the proposed changes.

Overnight Guests

1.  A student may permit a guest of the same gender to stay overnight (after guest hours) in Bonaventure Hall, Canticle House, Marian Hall, McDonald Terrace, Rose Terrace, and Treacy House if the others living in the unit have been contacted and have no objection and sign an Overnight Guest Contract. Overnight Guest contracts must be signed by the host resident and all other residents of the living unit and delivered to the Office of Residence Life by 4 p.m. weekdays prior to the overnight visit.

2.  A resident student is permitted only one guest at a time for no more than two consecutive nights. A resident student is permitted a maximum of 10 overnight visits per academic year – late August to early May.

3.  Overnight guests are not permitted during official break periods.

4.  Members of the gender opposite of the host resident may not stay overnight and are not permitted in Bonaventure Hall, Canticle House, Marian Hall, McDonald Terrace, Rose Terrace, and Treacy House rooms, floor lounges, corridors, restrooms, or stairwells at any time outside of guest hours. Opposite gender guests living in another Viterbo room or facility are under the same restrictions as commuting students or Non-Viterbo guests.

5.  A student may permit a visitor to stay after guest hours in Clare and La Verna Apartments only if others living in the apartment/suite have been contacted and have no objection; no Overnight Guest Contract is required.

 

Health And Safety Inspections

Staff members in the Office of Residence Life inspect residence hall rooms, and apartments periodically including but not limited to a standing check in the month of October and March for safety hazards, cleanliness and maintenance issues. Assist by maintaining your living area and contacting your Resident Assistant with any health and/or safety concerns. At the end of the Fall semester, Resident Life Staff complete a final walkthrough of spaces to ensure they are ready for break. This includes an in-depth health and safety inspection of all spaces.

Keys

To help ensure campus safety, loss of an identification card and/or key to an on-campus room and/or housing facility must be reported to the Office of Residence Life. There is a minimum $75 fee for changing or replacing a room or apartment key.

Laundry Facilities

Washers and dryers are provided in the laundry rooms in all residence facilities. The washers and dryers are free for the residents assigned to each building. Guests should not use the laundry facilities. Residents should only use liquid detergent.

Residents are asked to practice courtesy and cleanliness when using the machines since several hundred people share the machines.  While the University is not responsible for lost or damaged items, please report any theft or damaged items to your Resident Assistant or the Office of Residence Life. This will help in tracking patterns related to security violations. If the machine is out of order, please report it to the Office of Residence Life immediately.

Locking Yourself Out

A student locked out of his/her residence hall room or apartment unit may find it necessary to wait to have a roommate unlock the door. Students are charged $5  to unlock their residence hall room or apartment unit for a student who is locked out. Residents can request to have their door unlocked by calling the RA on-call.

Lofts

The Office of Residence Life offers a loft rental program through a third-party service. Other lofts are not allowed to be used. Lofts cannot block access to the window or door and must be approved by the Residence Life Staff. Please read the Rental agreement and visit the “What to Bring” webpage for more information.

Lounge, Room And Public Area Furnishings

University-provided furnishings may not be removed or exchanged between rooms. Students without storage are required to keep all of the University furnishings in their room. Students involved in unauthorized possession of University furniture will be fined.

Lounges

Lounges are available on most residence hall, Clare apartments, and Rose Terrace floors and in the basements of McDonald Terrace and Treacy House, for studying and socializing. Personal items should be removed from lounges after use. Room or apartment recyclables or garbage should not be placed in lounge receptacles.

Mail

Students can mail letters and packages from the Copy and Mail Center, located in the Reinhart Center basement, by USPS or UPS. Postage is to be paid at the time letters or packages are brought to the Copy and Mail Center for mailing. If students wish to have packages of value sent to the general Viterbo address, they should notify the Copy and Mail Center personnel to hold such packages when they arrive. Stamps can be purchased at the Viterbo bookstore.

Private mailboxes are assigned to all full-time resident students. Mailboxes are

located in the Student Union. All mail should be addressed to

900 Viterbo Dr.

La Crosse, WI 54601

Maintenance And Repair Requests

Residents are to report any required maintenance or maintenance concerns of buildings, equipment, or furnishings to the respective RA. Maintenance requests or other room concerns should be reported promptly with as much detail as possible. Lost key requests should be reported directly to the Office of Residence Life or the Physical Plant.

Office Of Residence Life   

608-796-3116, residencelife@viterbo.edu

The Office of Residence Life (ORL) is located on the first floor of Marian Hall next to the Hawk’s Nest. It includes offices for the Director of Residence Life and the two Area Coordinators. The ORL is open weekdays Monday-Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m and Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

On-Campus Residency Requirement

All full-time freshmen and sophomore students as defined by their federal cohort must live on campus and be enrolled in a meal plan. For a list of exemptions and instructions on how to request an exemption, please see here: Residency Requirement | Viterbo University

Parking

There are several parking lots designated strictly for resident parking. Consult the Viterbo University Parking Policies Handbook for more information. Street parking is available but is limited to two hours in many locations. There is alternate side parking in effect during snow emergencies. The City of La Crosse issues tickets for vehicles not properly parked during this time. For more information and to sign up for alerts, please click here: Emergency Alternate Side Parking | La Crosse, WI

Pets

Animals and pets are not permitted in Viterbo housing facilities. Exception: fish kept in properly maintained fishbowl, service animals, and university approved ESAs.

Privacy

No person shall infringe upon the privacy of others or behave in such a way as to disturb others by his or her conduct. Entrance into a room, apartment or house is to be by invitation only.

Public Areas

Public lounges, hallways, walkways, and stairwells should remain clear of obstruction for the safety/security of all residents and guests.

Quiet And Courtesy Hours

Courtesy hours are in effect 24 hours a day for rooms, apartments, stairwells, hallways, and lounges. Stereos, radios, TVs, musical instruments, and all conversations must be respectful, appropriate and maintained at levels that will not interfere with the study or sleep of other residents.

Quiet hours for Sunday-Thursday are 10 p.m. to 10 a.m. the next day and for Friday-Saturday are midnight to 10 a.m. the next day. During quiet hours, residents must keep stereos, TVs, conversation, and other noise to a minimum volume as to not disturb the other residents on the floor. This time allows students the right to study, sleep, relax, and prepare for the next day. Courtesy hours are in effect when quiet hours are not. If you encounter a noise problem, first request that the offenders reduce the sound level. Contact the Resident Assistant or the on-call Resident Assistant if problems persist. To ensure the rights of every student to study or sleep, there are 22 quiet hours per day during finals week. Quiet hours may be extended on some floors as decided by the residents of the floor.

 

Recycling

Viterbo encourages residents to Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle. Residents are asked to recycle their aluminum and tin cans, plastic and glass bottles, and paper and cardboard by depositing them in receptacles provided between Bonaventure Hall and McDonald Terrace.

Refrigerators

Residents may bring their own refrigerators, but they must not exceed four and one half cubic feet. Rental refrigerator units are available prior to and during the school year, pending availability. At the end of the academic year, each refrigerator must be cleaned by the student prior pick up. Read the Rental Agreement and visit the “What To Bring” webpage for more information.

Renters Insurance

Theft and damage, etc., are rare in Viterbo housing facilities. Nonetheless, to help protect from costs of repair, replacement, etc., renters insurance is recommended for students living in campus housing facilities.

Restroom Facilities

Community restroom facilities in the residence halls are designated by gender. Residents and visitors may only use facilities designated for their gender. Visitors needing to travel between floors in order to use such facilities must be escorted by their student host to the appropriate restroom door.

Room Change Request Procedures

These procedures are to be followed by resident students requesting change of room or apartment with the understanding that sharing a room and/or apartment with another person(s) requires communication, cooperation, and compromise. All room/apartment changes require approval of a Residence Life Area Coordinator (or the Director of Residence Life if an Area Coordinator is not available) and per this policy, are preceded by mediation.

1.  Prior to submitting a room change request, students must meet with the Resident Assistant. During the meeting the Resident Assistant will attempt to resolve related matters. The student may be referred to the Area Coordinator for mediation. 

2.  No room or apartment changes are permitted or approved during the first three weeks of the semester. Beginning the fourth week of a semester, resident students may submit a room change request form in the Office of Residence Life.

3.  Once submitted and the required mediation is complete, the Area Coordinator will approve or deny the request for room change. If the move is approved, the Area Coordinator will also provide instructions on logistics associated with the move. The Office of Residence Life reserves the right to decline any request.

4.  Improper room changes including moving to a room and/or apartment without prior Area Coordinator approval may result in a fine or disciplinary action.

Room Entry

The University reserves the right to have authorized personnel enter a student’s room for purposes of health, safety, maintenance, and the enforcement of state and University policies.

Roommate Agreement

Students sharing a room or apartment are expected to complete and abide by a roommate agreement, which requires discussion about guests, lifestyles and sharing. Resident students and their guests are expected to respect the privacy of others and behave in a way that does not disturb or disrupt others. Entrance into a room, apartment or house is to be by invitation only.