»Student Conduct Policies

The following behaviors are prohibited: 

• Conduct that is done with malice that a reasonable person would find hostile, offensive, and unrelated to the legitimate academic environment at Chapman.  Speech or expressive conduct otherwise protected by the First Amendment does not constitute abusive behavior.
• Unwarranted and unwelcome intentional physical contact that is harmful or offensive.
• Threatening Conduct, defined as, threatening or causing physical harm or extreme verbal, emotional, or psychological abuse, or other conduct which threatens or endangers the health or safety of any person that is not otherwise under the jurisdiction of the Student Policy on Sexual Harassment Prohibited by Title IX and/or Policy Prohibiting Discrimination and Harassment.
• Intimidation, defined as implied threats or acts that cause a reasonable fear of harm in another. 

For separate violations of the Code, see also: Hazing Policy, Violence Policy. For related policies, see also: Student Policy on Sexual Harassment Prohibited by Title IX, Policy Prohibiting Discrimination and Harassment, and the University’s Policy on Sexual Harassment Prohibited by Title IX.

Chapman University is a community of scholars that emphasizes the mutual responsibility of all members to seek knowledge honestly and in good faith. Students are responsible for doing their own work, and academic dishonesty of any kind will be subject to sanction and referral to the University’s Academic Integrity Committee, which may impose sanctions up to and including expulsion. The Academic Integrity Policy of Chapman University as it pertains to students and to the responsibility of faculty in handling cases of alleged academic dishonesty is further outlined in Appendix 3. 

Note: The Academic Integrity Committee and its policies and procedures apply to all Chapman University undergraduate students and graduate students unless otherwise noted. A list of graduate programs that operate with program-specific academic integrity policies is in Appendix 3.

The following behaviors are prohibited:

• The sale, possession, use, consumption, production, purchase, or provision of alcoholic beverages to or by any person under the age of 21. This includes students enrolled in a Chapman University study abroad program, travel course, or international internship.
• Requiring medical attention and/or engaging in disorderly or disruptive conduct due to intoxication causing University officials to respond, even if the subject is over the age of 21 (see Appendix 6 for the Medical Amnesty Policy).
• Consuming alcohol in a University residence when an individual under the age of 21 is present in the same setting. 
• Being under the age of 21 and knowingly in the presence of alcohol in a University residence hall space regardless of the amount of time spent in that residence hall space. 
• Possessing open containers or consuming alcoholic beverages in any outside location on the University’s premises, near any University-owned pool or swimming facility, at events without prior authorization, or in public areas inside University buildings including: residence halls, Davis Community Center, Student Union, campus or residence hall fitness centers, residence hall floor lounges, hallways, or quad areas, except with permission from Event Operations through the Facilities Use and Events Policy.
• Possessing kegs, common source containers or devices designed for the rapid consumption of alcohol (e.g., beer bongs, funnels.); engaging in behavior (e.g., games like beer pong, flip cup) that promotes the rapid or excessive consumption of alcohol.
• Providing alcohol with the intent of taking advantage of another.

It is prohibited to violate the policies and procedures outlined in the University’s Regulations for Bicycle Operations and Parking Policies.

As a part of the larger community that surrounds the University, students are expected to abide by all city ordinances and act with respect and civility toward neighbors and their property. 

The following behaviors are prohibited:

• Individual or group activities that result in disturbance or reasonable distress to others or that cause damage or destruction to property (This may include but is not limited to hosting gatherings with large numbers of people in attendance, gatherings that violate city or county ordinances or laws, guests gathering in yards, sidewalks, or other outdoor areas, etc.).
• Aiding, abetting, or procuring another person to breach the peace.
• Entering another’s land or property without permission.

The University’s computing and network systems and services, “Chapman Information Resources,” are a University-owned resource and business tool to be used only by authorized persons for educational purposes or to carry out legitimate business of the University.

All students agree to abide by the Chapman University Computer and Network Acceptable Use Policy.

This policy applies to all University students using computer and communications technologies, including the University’s network, whether personally or University owned, which access, transmit or store University or student information.

When participating in the Student Code of Conduct proceedings or the procedures established by the Student Policy on Sexual Harassment Prohibited by Title IX and/or the Policy Prohibiting Discrimination and Harassment, the following behaviors are prohibited:

• Providing knowingly false, intentionally distorted, or intentionally misrepresented information before a conduct body/hearing officer or University official.
• Knowingly or intentionally omitting information that would be relevant to the question. 
• Disruption or interference with the orderly proceeding of the process (including the behavior of the student’s support person).
• Initiating a conduct process knowingly without adequate cause.
• Attempting to discourage an individual’s proper participation or use of the process.
• Attempting to influence the impartiality of a member of a conduct body, hearing panel or appeals body prior to and/or during the course of the proceeding or during an appeals process.
• Failure to comply with or complete the sanction(s) imposed under the Code.
• Influencing or attempting to influence another person or student organization to commit a violation of the Code.
• Plagiarism, forgery, or alteration of a conduct sanction. 

Any conduct that subjects an individual to disparate treatment on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other classification protected by law. This may include but is not limited to refusing access or admission to educational or social groups or activities on the basis of such protected characteristics. Discrimination in membership selection based on sex is permitted from those organizations exempt from Title IX. See the University’s Policy on Sexual Harassment Prohibited by Title IX, and Policy Prohibiting Discrimination and Harassment, and the Student Policy on Sexual Harassment Prohibited by Title IX.

Students are prohibited from misrepresenting or obscuring the truth, including but not limited to:

• Providing knowingly false information or identification, whether written or oral, to any University official, faculty member or University office.
• Forgery, alteration, or misuse of any University, government, or health document, record, or instrument of identification. 
• Participating in behavior that could be considered fraud, including receiving or attempting to receive payment, services, or academic credit under false pretenses.  
• Tampering with any University recognized election process.

Any activity that interferes with the normal operation of the University or infringes on the safety of other members of the University community including obstructing an academic class or lecture, administrative support function or university event or business. Engaging in classroom conduct prohibited by the faculty member or in violation of law or University policy is also prohibited (see Chapman University Statement on Free Speech and the Classroom Behavior section of the catalog).

The following behaviors are prohibited:

• Using balconies, sidewalks, stairways and walkways as storage areas in non-residential spaces. For residential spaces, see Balconies, Stairways, and Walkways Safety in Appendix 4. 
• The use of skates, skateboards, bicycles, motorized bicycles, hoverboards, roller skates, in-line skates, or other wheeled vehicles typically used for recreation (see Bicycle Operations and Parking Policies) is prohibited in all University buildings, parking structures, stairways, balconies, and in all areas bordering construction zones. Any person skating or riding or propelling a skateboard, skates, hoverboard or wheeled vehicle upon any sidewalk shall exercise due care and shall yield the right-of-way to all pedestrians.
• Unhooking or removing screens from windows for any reason. 
• Spitting from stairwells, walkways, windows, and balconies. 
• Using windows as entrances or exits to or from buildings.
• Inserting fixtures in windows (e.g., air conditioning units).
• Throwing or pouring items or objects from windows, roofs, or balconies. It is prohibited to hang items such as banners or sheets from roofs or windows or attached to the exterior of any building.
• Accessing or otherwise being on roofs or fire escapes, building ledges, or overhangs of any University building, scaffolding, or to scale the outside of buildings or on top of any elevators (see Balconies, Stairways, Sidewalks, and Walkways within Appendix 4).

In addition to conduct prohibited by the Student Policy on Sexual Harassment Prohibited by Title IX and/or the Policy Prohibiting Discrimination and Harassment, the misuse of electronic media devices is prohibited, including but not limited to using mobile phones, tablets, data storage devices, cameras, printers, computers, computer lines/networks or computing facilities in ways that:

• Disrupt classroom or any other academically related proceedings.
• Engage in any form of academic dishonesty.
• Send, view, or obtain messages, photos, video that are illegal or otherwise prohibited by the Code on University equipment, or in a University office or classroom setting.
• Engage in any form of prohibited harassment and/or discrimination as defined by any Chapman policy and this Conduct Code. 
• Make an audio, photo, or video record of any person(s) without prior knowledge, or without effective consent when such recording is likely to cause injury or distress, or where the photo or video was made in violation of California laws. This includes, but is not limited to, surreptitiously taking pictures of another where there is a reasonable expectation of privacy, including but not limited to in a locker room or bathroom or other private activities. (see the Student Policy on Sexual Harassment Prohibited by Title IX and/or the Policy Prohibiting Discrimination and Harassment).
• Alter or access another’s phone voice mailbox, website, social media accounts, other online presence without permission or create social media accounts for someone without permission, or misrepresent another individual’s image or voice with the result of falsely attributing something to someone (e.g., deepfake).
• Students may also be subject to conduct charges if it is brought to the University’s attention that they posted or distributed material via electronic media (e.g., online social networks like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, or websites, mobile apps, blogs, emails, IM, CDs, DVDs, etc.) that violates the Code. 

Conducting oneself in a manner that, intentionally or accidentally, endangers, or threatens to endanger, the health or safety of other members or visitors within the University community or at University-sponsored or related events is a violation of this Code.

Failing to comply with directions or requests of University officials, including, but not limited to, student volunteers and student employees, staff and faculty, Public Safety officers, or law enforcement officers and contract service vendors (e.g. Sodexo, Aramark and Follett) acting in performance of their duties may be a violation of this Code. Failing to cooperate with University investigations or hearing processes under this Code or willfully resisting, delaying, or obstructing University officials in the discharge or attempts to discharge the duty of their office or employment may also be a separate violation of this Code[1]. Failure to comply with a No Contact Directive or terms of an interim suspension or interim measure may also be found to be a violation of this Code. Student organizations or student organization members who fail to comply with directives or policies of their national/international offices may also be held in violation of this Code.

[1] Individual students who are alleged to have engaged in criminal conduct are not required to cooperate with University investigations or hearing processes.  Students unwilling or unable to cooperate shall not be relieved of any findings or consequences found through the Conduct Process.

It is prohibited to violate the policies and procedures outlined in the Facility Use and Events Policy.

Filming without completing the required permit process(es) and obtaining the required approvals (Facilities, Fire & Life Safety, Residence Life and First Year Experience, Events Scheduling Office, Orange Police and Fire Departments, or other city agencies, as well as Dodge College approvals, if applicable) is prohibited. Students who fail to do so will be required to halt their process immediately until the appropriate approval is obtained (not all requests may be approved). Requests for the permit(s) must be completed prior to the start of filming. Students must keep permits with them at all times during filming (see Electronic Media Violations and Weapons and Explosives Policy).

The following behaviors are prohibited:

• Committing arson or creating or causing fire without obtaining prior approval from Fire and Life Safety.  
• Causing an unwanted alarm for fire or smoke.
• Careless, negligent, or improper handling of, tampering with or obstructing the fire alarm system, smoke detectors, sprinkler system, emergency exits, carbon monoxide detectors, fire extinguishers, exit signs, and other life safety equipment.
• Failing to evacuate a University building during any fire and/or emergency alarms, including drills; re-entering the building before receiving the all-clear from University staff.
• Failing to report any instance of fire or smoke to Public Safety or other University official.
• Propping open doors in residence buildings with enclosed corridors (Chapman Court, Chapman Grand, Pralle-Sodaro, Henley, Sandhu Residence Center, The K, and Glass Hall).
• Possessing and/or using candles, incense, oil lamps, lava lamps, helium tanks, fog/smoke machines, butane torches, and other combustible and/or flame-producing items in the residence areas, including items prohibited under Cooking/Kitchens and Electrical Appliances in Appendix 4. These items may be confiscated by University staff and returned at a later date. Burning candles in any campus building is prohibited (except for those events specifically scheduled through the Fish Interfaith Center and other Fire & Life Safety-approved events).
• Artificial trees and potted, live trees are permitted in University residence halls. No cut trees, including dry foliage (decorative settings, wall coverings, etc.) are permitted in the residence halls. Extension cords may not be used for holiday lights or other electric lights or items.
• Possessing and/or using multi-plugs, hoverboards, any recreational vehicles with lithium-ion battery, halogen lamps, or extension cords in the public or private areas of residential buildings. Power strips with surge protectors are permitted, but may not be extended by plugging one into another.
• Possessing and/or using fireworks, sparklers, smoke bombs, CO2 cartridges, combustible gas cylinders (camping propane, etc.), explosives, flammable chemicals, or other hazardous materials.
• Possessing and/or using barbeques and other outdoor cooking equipment in the residence halls and apartments, except those provided by the University. University-provided outdoor cooking equipment can only be used in designated areas.
• Attaching excessive wall coverings or other items to walls and/or ceilings.

Students are expected to abide by federal and state laws prohibiting illegal gambling in person and online. Prohibited activity includes but is not limited to: betting or wagering on any event; possessing on one’s person or premises (e.g. room, residence, car) any card, book, document, or other device for registering bets; using or permitting the use of one’s premises or one’s phone, electronic devices, social media accounts, or online identity for illegal gambling; offering or accepting a bribe to influence the outcome of an event; and involvement in bookmaking or wagering pools with respect to events. Gaming events, including but not limited to casino nights and poker events, are prohibited without the authorization of the Senior Vice President of Student Affairs or designee.

Having guests on campus is a privilege. Guests must comply with University policies at all times. Guests are defined as any person(s) who comes onto campus to visit a student or students, regardless of whether they were specifically invited. Students are responsible for the behavior of their guests. This includes any possessions that the guest brings onto campus that violate University policy (e.g., weapons, illegal substances, alcohol, or paraphernalia). 

Students need to accompany their guests during their guests’ stay on campus. Students will be held fully responsible for their guests and will be subject to the Conduct Code and sanctions for the behavior of their guests.

Expectations for guests are as follows:

• Guests who violate University policy may be immediately removed from campus and may be forbidden from entering Chapman University property or attending University events.
• Guests are required to provide their name and show appropriate identification (government-issued ID, other photo ID) to a University official upon request. If guests do not have identification, they may be asked to leave or escorted off campus.
• With the permission of the student’s roommate(s), a student’s guests may be housed overnight in the hosting student’s assigned on-campus residence no more than three nights per semester.
• Any University official has the right to request a guest to leave University property.
• Students and their guest(s) may be restricted from the residential areas and/or immediately removed from the residential areas if they have, or are suspected to have, violated any University policy.
• Residential guest(s) must be registered by their host via the Residence Life and First Year Experience website. Guest(s) will receive a confirmation form they must have with them at all times during their visit. Guests must present this confirmation form to a University official upon request, along with identification.

Note: This policy may be modified as needed to account for health and safety concerns. 

Any prohibited behavior defined in the Student Policy on Sexual Harassment Prohibited by Title IX and/or the Policy Prohibiting Discrimination and Harassment that does not fall under the jurisdiction of that policy may be handled under this Code. 

Students are prohibited from engaging in harassment under this Code. The University will act to remedy all forms of harassment on the basis of a protected category when reported. Specific forms of prohibited conduct include: 

Harassing conduct by a student (e.g., physical, verbal, graphic, or written) that is sufficiently severe, pervasive or persistent so as to interfere with or limit the ability of an individual to participate in or benefit from the services, activities or privileges provided by a recipient. 

Any prohibited behavior defined in the Student Policy on Sexual Harassment Prohibited by Title IX and/or the Policy Prohibiting Discrimination and Harassment that does not fall under the jurisdiction of that policy may be handled under this Code. This includes dating violence, domestic violence, sexual exploitation, sexual harassment, and stalking. The affirmative consent definition shall also apply. The requirements of the 2013 VAWA Amendments to Clery shall apply. “Sexual harassment” means unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal, visual, or physical conduct of a sexual nature, made by someone from or in the work or educational setting, under any of the following conditions: 

1. The conduct has the purpose or effect of having a negative impact upon the individual’s work or academic performance, or of creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive work or educational environment. 
2. Submission to, or rejection of, the conduct by the individual is used as the basis for any decision affecting the individual regarding benefits and services, honors, programs, or activities available at or through the educational institution. 

When harassment rises to the level stated above, the University may invoke the Code of Conduct process below. For assistance with Informal Resolution and other informal resolution techniques and approaches, employees should contact the Equal Opportunity and Diversity Officer, and students should contact the Associate Dean of Students.

Any prohibited behavior defined in the Student Policy on Sexual Harassment Prohibited by Title IX and/or the Policy Prohibiting Discrimination and Harassment that does not fall under the jurisdiction of that policy may be handled under this Code. The University prohibits students from harassing employees on the basis of actual or perceived membership in a class protected by policy or law. This is defined as any unwelcome behavior that is reasonably regarded as offensive that is based on a protected category listed above that:

• Sufficiently offends, humiliates, distresses, or intrudes upon its victim, so as to disrupt the victim’s emotional tranquility in the workplace, or
• Affects the victim’s ability to perform the job as usual, or
• Otherwise interferes with and undermines the victim’s personal sense of well-being.

Hazing is strictly prohibited. Hazing is any behavior defined and prohibited by the University's Hazing Policy (see Hazing Policy and Procedures in Appendix 7).

The following behaviors are prohibited: 

• Failing to show appropriate identification to a University official upon request. Students must carry their University identification with them at all times when on University property or at University functions.
• Falsely identifying oneself or others.
• Possession, production, or distribution of false identification cards, or materials to fabricate such. Any false identification cards found to be in the possession of students or guests will be confiscated and destroyed and may result in a citation from law enforcement.

The following behaviors are prohibited:

• Use, possession, sale, distribution and/or production of narcotic or other controlled substances (including marijuana), or acting as an accessory, liaison, or facilitator for any of the above, except as expressly permitted by law.
• Engaging in disorderly or disruptive conduct due to substance misuse causing University officials to respond and/or seek medical intervention, even if the subject legally consumed the substance (see Appendix 6 for the Medical Amnesty Policy).
• The possession or use of marijuana or derivative products containing 0.3 percent or more THC on a dry weight basis, even with a medical recommendation or medical license, is prohibited on University property in compliance with federal law. 
• Any drugs and/or paraphernalia found to be in a student’s possession, University residence, vehicle, or assigned area will be considered to be in the possession of the student whether or not the student is the individual who purchased or furnished the drugs, paraphernalia, or handmade drug use device. Paraphernalia may be confiscated by University staff and returned at a later date, unless required by law to be retained. 
• Being in the presence of and having knowledge of an illegal substance in a University residence regardless of the amount of time spent in that residence. 
• Illegal or improper use of prescription or over-the-counter medicines, even where lawfully prescribed. All prescription medicines must be kept in their original bottle and must have the prescription from the doctor noted on the bottle. Prescription medicines found without their prescription attached will be confiscated until such time that the prescription can be produced. All prescription medications must be prescribed to the person in possession of the medication. 
• Possession of drug paraphernalia (i.e., rolling papers, pipes, bongs, etc. for intended or implied use of any form of illegal substance) regardless of whether it is purchased or handmade, even as props for filming.
• Possessing paraphernalia that contains or appears to contain any form of an illegal substance.
• Use of a legal substance in an improper manner (e.g. ingesting a cleaning chemical, inhaling other chemical substances for the purpose of intoxication). 
• Providing drugs with the intent of taking advantage of another.
• Using mail services to purchase, pass, or distribute illegal substances.

Rooms must be reserved and approved by the Event Scheduling Office prior to their use. Use of and access to University residence hall rooms or apartments must be approved by Residence Life and First Year Experience for a set period of time, and any access or use of those spaces outside of the specified time frame will be considered a violation of this policy. 

The following behaviors are prohibited: 

• Unauthorized/improper creation, possession, duplication, or use of University keys or Chapman ID cards.
• Unauthorized/improper entry to or exit from or use of University premises.
• Tampering with any locking device on campus, including security gates and doors.
• Loaning out keys or Chapman ID cards that have been issued for individual use.

In addition to conduct that is prohibited under the Student Policy on Sexual Harassment Prohibited by Title IX and/or Policy Prohibiting Discrimination and Harassment, the following behaviors are prohibited:

• Urinating or defecating in areas other than toilets and urinals (including lawns, lounges, elevators, stairwells, balconies, parking lots, etc.).
• Public nudity.
• Engaging in intimate sexual contact in or within plain sight of common or public areas. 
• Public viewing or displaying of pornography.

It is prohibited to violate the policies and procedures outlined in the University’s Parking Policy (see regulations for Bicycle Operations and Parking Policies).

Posting procedures may be found in the Posting Policy. Additionally, individual departments may have preferred posting methods. Please refer to the policy and be considerate of those who manage the facilities in which you plan to post. Failure to follow posting procedures may result in the removal of postings by University officials without notice in addition to discipline under the Code.

The following is prohibited:

• Postings that violate the University’s Policy on Sexual Harassment Prohibited by Title IX, and Policy Prohibiting Discrimination and Harassment, and/or the Student Policy on Sexual Harassment Prohibited by Title IX.
• Destroying or removing others’ postings. The removal or destruction of postings is a violation of the Property Damage/Vandalism policy and may also constitute a violation of the abusive behavior and discrimination policies under certain circumstances.
• Posting in such a manner that covers up or obscures previous postings. Such actions may also constitute violations of the Disruption/Demonstration policy, Property Damage/Vandalism, Abusive Behavior, and/or Discrimination policies under certain circumstances. 

The Senior Vice President for Student Affairs or designee reserves the right to remove any postings which it determines fails to meet all the stated criteria.

Destruction, damage, misuse, and/or defacing of University, personal, or public property is prohibited. 

Note: It is strongly recommended that students purchase private insurance for their personal possessions, as the University will not be responsible for reimbursing or requiring others to reimburse a student for destruction, damage, misuse, and/or defacing of their personal property (see Damage to Room and Common Areas in Appendix 4). 

It is prohibited to violate the policies and procedures outlined in the Residential License Agreement and/or established University policies or procedures regarding the proper use of University-owned or administered property (see Residence Life Policies and Procedures in Appendix 4).

The following behaviors are prohibited:

• Obtaining food or beverage on the meal plan (not Pantherbucks) for other students or guests without prior approval of Restaurant Services management. 
• Using another student’s identification card for the purpose of obtaining food or beverage without the prior approval of Restaurant Services management. 
• Removing plates, bowls, serving ware, silverware, glassware, condiment containers, or other dining materials from any campus dining or restaurant facility.
• Removing food from an in-service dining operation.
• Failing to return dishes to the dish return area prior to leaving the dining facility.
• Gaining access to the dining facility without paying entrance fee.

Retaliation is an adverse action taken against anyone for reporting, supporting, or assisting in the reporting and/or adjudication of any of the behaviors prohibited in this Code, the Student Policy on Sexual Harassment Prohibited by Title IX and/or the Policy Prohibiting Discrimination and Harassment, or any other University policy, or against anyone perceived to be involved in any of these actions. Retaliation may include intimidation, violation of a No Contact Directive, harassment, efforts to impede an investigation, or filing a false or bad faith cross-complaint. Retaliation under this Code is prohibited by University policy, state, and federal law. Retaliation is a violation of policy regardless of whether the underlying complaint is found to be a violation of policy. 

Any prohibited behavior defined in the Student Policy on Sexual Harassment Prohibited by Title IX and/or the Policy Prohibiting Discrimination and Harassment that does not fall under the jurisdiction of that policy may be handled under this Code. This includes dating violence, domestic violence, sexual exploitation, sexual harassment, and stalking. The prohibited conduct defined in the Student Policy on Sexual Harassment Prohibited by Title IX and/or Policy Prohibiting Discrimination and Harassment shall be used. The affirmative consent definition shall also apply. The requirements of the 2013 VAWA Amendments to Clery shall apply. 

The use of cigarettes, e-cigarettes, cigars, water pipes, smoking pipes, vaping pens or devices, hookahs or any other combustible or smoke-generating products or devices is prohibited on campus, including in all outdoor areas of the campus.

Door-to-door sales, fundraising, and/or promotion on campus are prohibited except as approved by the Senior Vice President for Student Affairs or designee, Student Engagement, or Residence Life and First Year Experience.

For conduct that is not covered by the Student Policy on Sexual Harassment Prohibited by Title IX and/or Policy Prohibiting Discrimination and Harassment, this Code also prohibits repetitive and menacing behavior towards another, or pursuit, tracking, surveilling, or harassing another in such a way that would cause a reasonable person, under similar circumstances and with similar identities, to fear for their safety or the safety of others, the safety of their property, or to otherwise suffer substantial emotional distress. 

It is prohibited to violate the policies and procedures outlined in the University’s Student Group Policies. 

Attempted or actual removal of personal or University property from the owner’s possession or premises without prior permission is prohibited. University property includes but is not limited to signs, lounge furniture, office furniture and equipment, classroom furniture and equipment, residence hall furniture, or outdoor furniture owned by the University, and property and services under the control of Restaurant Services. 

It is prohibited to violate the policies and procedures outlined in the Unauthorized Use of University Property and Facilities Policy.

Any violation of federal, state, or local laws may subject a student to the University conduct process unless otherwise addressed by a more specific policy, such as the Student Policy on Sexual Harassment Prohibited by Title IX and/or Policy Prohibiting Discrimination and Harassment.

For conduct that is not covered by the Student Policy on Sexual Harassment Prohibited by Title IX and/or Policy Prohibiting Discrimination and Harassment, the following behaviors are prohibited: 

• Any act of violence or threat of violence.
• All physical abuse, including physical assault and/or battery as well as any domestic violence, hate crimes, and/or child, elder, or animal abuse. 
• Any act of violent destruction of property.

Possession of weapons on University property or at University-sponsored events is prohibited.

The following are prohibited:

• Any type of firearm, BB pellet gun, paint gun, toy gun, realistic facsimile of a weapon or any counterfeit item, stun gun, and/or Taser-type weapon. 
• Ammunition, including rounds, casings, shells, clips, magazines, and paint pellets and cartridges.
• Switch blades and any blade over 3 inches that is not designed and used for food preparation or eating.
• Bows and arrows.
• Martial arts weapons.
• Brass knuckles.
• Slingshots and water balloon launchers.
• Explosive devices, all fireworks and sparklers (including safe and sane fireworks).
• Dangerous chemicals or other hazardous materials.
• All other weapons listed in the California Penal Code section 16590, and/or other weapons considered dangerous on University premises or at University-sponsored events. 

Note: Possession of “prop” weapons or replica weapons, by students who have not secured prior approval for use/possession of the weapon(s) for a specific academic or approved activity is a violation of this policy and will be subject to conduct review. For approval processes for use/possession of prop or replica weapons for use in student films, contact the Dodge School of Film and Media Arts. For approval processes for use/possession of prop or replica weapons for use in Student Group events, contact the Department of Student Engagement. For use/possession of weapons for educational, cultural, or spiritual events, contact Fire and Life Safety. 

Violation of any other published University policies, rules or regulations, including those implemented during the academic year, is prohibited (see University Policy website for further information). 

• To receive notice of the date, time, and place of the hearing, pursuant to this Code or other policy as applicable.
• To receive written notice of the alleged Code violations and have those charges explained clearly and fully.
• To have the opportunity to review all materials concerning the charges.
• To refute oral and/or written statements provided by a respondent, complainant, witness or investigator.
• To provide witnesses and witness statements pursuant to this Code or other policy as applicable.
• To be advised of the appropriate appeal process.
• To be accompanied by a support person as described in this Code.
• To submit a written statement outlining their perspective on the incident that initiated the conduct process.
• To not respond to questions asked by a conduct officer(s) or investigators.

Note: When situations (Study Abroad, Travel Courses, Interterm Courses, etc.) necessitate a modified process, Appendix 1 may be adjusted to accommodate the modification.

The University’s Annual Notification is continually posted and available on the University Registrar’s website.

Principle
Chapman University is a community of scholars that emphasizes the mutual responsibility of all members to seek knowledge honestly and in good faith. Students are responsible for doing their own work, and academic dishonesty of any kind will be subject to sanction by the instructor/administrator and referral to the University’s Academic Integrity Committee, which may impose additional sanctions up to and including expulsion.

Please see the full description of Chapman University’s Policies on Academic Integrity. 

Academic Integrity policies and procedures apply to all Chapman University undergraduate students and graduate students, although graduate programs may have program-specific academic integrity policies. Please check with the specific graduate program for more information. Graduate programs that operate with program-specific academic integrity policies, include but are not limited to:

• Dale E. Fowler School of Law – School of Law Honor Code 
• School of Pharmacy – Academic Integrity Policy

The purpose of the Residence Life Policies & Community Standards is to provide a safe, inclusive living community and to create learning opportunities that support the holistic growth of each resident. As a member of the Chapman Community, each student is responsible for understanding and abiding by these standards, policies, and procedures. By completing and signing the Residential Life Agreement, and taking occupancy of a residential life room, suite, or apartment, the resident agrees to abide by all of these policies and regulations. Students are expected to engage in responsible and appropriate conduct that reflects the University’s mission. This document outlines specific residence life community expectations.

Animals
Animals and pets are prohibited in residence halls and apartments. This includes animals or pets of visitors regardless of length of stay. However, the following exceptions apply: 

• Service Animals – Those having a disability that requires a Service Animal as an accommodation are advised to coordinate with Chapman Disability Services to document their service animal, to ensure it is documented that it will be present as an accommodation and is not a prohibited pet.
• Emotional Support Animals – Requests for accommodations for service animals or emotional support animals must be made in advance of the animal arriving on campus by contacting Residence Life and First Year Experience. Until a student receives written approval for their emotional support animal, these animals will be subject to the pet policy expectations set forth in this section and in the Student Conduct Code.
• Aquarium fish in tanks should not exceed 10 gallons. Limit one per residence hall room or apartment. 

Students working with Disability Services and Residential Life First Year Experience who require animals on campus are required to abide by the expectations and policies applicable to these animals. Any violations of said policies may result in disciplinary actions, which may include removal of the animal from residential facilities.

Residents may not feed or shelter stray animals. If a pet or stray animal is found in a room, the resident(s) of the room must immediately remove the animal, or the University will take appropriate action to remove and protect the animal. In addition, the responsible resident(s) will be charged a cleaning fee and any damages caused by the animal during its stay.  

Balconies, Stairs, and Walkways Safety
Fire regulations require 3’ (feet) of clearance to all doors of your apartment. Balconies, sidewalks, stairways and walkways are not to be used as storage areas. Nothing should be left on the stairways, walkways or balconies at any time, including but not limited to clothing, furniture, or garbage in the area around the residence room or apartment. Unapproved banners or displays may not be hung or affixed to the outside of a building or on balconies. Throwing items, objects, substances, etc., out of or towards roofs, balconies, trellises, and ledges is prohibited.

Chapman Court, Chapman Grand & Davis Apartments
Candles, Incense, and Open Flames 
Candles are prohibited in all residence halls and apartments. Open flames use is limited to University-installed appliances (e.g. gas stoves) only. Items that require an open flame to operate (e.g., Bunsen burner, candles, including decorative, oil burners, lighters, matches) are not allowed in any residential facilities. Burning incense and herbs is also prohibited (see Fire Safety & Equipment).

Check-In Procedure
At the time of check-in, each resident is required to sign and complete all check-in paperwork, key information and the Room/Apartment Inventory Form (RIF) that is sent to residents via email. It is the responsibility of each resident to verify the information recorded on the RIF and report any necessary additions to the form to the appropriate hall office within 72 hours of check-in. Students who fail to follow the check-in procedure will be fined $65 for an Improper Check-In. Check-in will be available only during times designated by the Residence Life and First Year Experience staff. Mailbox keys (for Davis and Panther Village residents) and box numbers are assigned to each resident and will be available for pick-up at the time of check-in at the appropriate hall office. Mailbox keys for Chapman Grand and Chapman Court can be found in your apartment.

Check-Out Procedure
To officially check out, the student must make an appointment with a Residence Life staff member or go to the appropriate hall office during the office’s open hours. During the spring semester, pre-inspections prior to check-out are not required but are available by contacting the building’s Resident Director or Area Coordinator. At the time of check-out, the student’s check-out paperwork will be provided by the Residence Life staff member. As a part of check-out, students will turn in their mailbox keys (if applicable) and will complete all of the check-out paperwork via email. Failure to complete the check-out procedures will result in a minimum $65 Improper Check-Out fine. Students who fail to move out on their scheduled check-out day will be charged per the terms of the RLA. 

Following check-out, the Resident Director or Area Coordinator will inspect the housing assignment to ensure that it has been cleaned, is in good condition, and has all the furniture that was present at the time of check-in. (This is done by comparing the condition of the room with the information on the RIF completed at check-in.) The resident will be held financially responsible for any damage and/or missing furniture that is not listed on the RIF.

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Cooking/Kitchens
Cooking is allowed only in kitchens. Cooking in residence hall rooms or in non-kitchen areas is strictly prohibited. Microwaves other than approved combination microwave/refrigerator units are prohibited in the residence halls. Microwave/refrigerator units must use a single power supply and meet the cubic feet requirement in “Electrical Safety & Appliances.” 

Food waste must be correctly disposed of and brought to the dumpster. Garbage disposals are for small remnants left over from washing. Absolutely no rice, potatoes, lettuce, celery, grease, carrots, eggshells or other items that may cause the garbage disposal to malfunction should be placed in the sink or garbage disposal. Stove tops should not be used as storage, or a temporary countertop. Placing anything on top of the stove that is not being actively cooked could damage the stovetop or accidentally be set on fire.

Community grills are available in select residential communities and are open for use at any time for any residents. Guests may not cook on the grills. The Morlan Kitchen is also available and can be reserved by speaking to the office assistant at the Residential Services Desk in the Henley Basement.

Damage to Room and Common Areas
Residents and/or their guests who accidentally or intentionally damage or vandalize any residential community property and/or property belonging to any member of the campus community will be required to make restitution for the costs of repairs and replacement of property. Additionally, student conduct and/or civil or criminal action may be pursued. 

Doors
All doors in residence buildings with enclosed corridors (e.g., Pralle-Sodaro, Henley, Sandhu Residence Center, The K, Glass Hall, Chapman Court, and Chapman Grand) must remain closed at all times to maintain building safety and meet fire safety requirements. Propping these doors open is strictly prohibited. This behavior compromises the security and well-being of the residential community and is a violation of residential policies and will be subject to the student conduct process.

In buildings without enclosed corridors (e.g., Davis, Harris, Morlan, and Panther Village), residents may not leave their individual apartment or unit doors propped open when they are not physically present. Doing so creates a safety and security risk for the community and is a violation of residential policies and will be subject to the student conduct process.

Video Doorbells or cameras are not permitted in the residence halls or in the apartments. No installation of any device is permitted in exterior spaces. Devices found installed will be removed and confiscated. 

Electrical Safety & Appliances
Extension cords are not permitted. UL-approved grounded power strips with circuit breakers should be used for all electrical accessories. No modifications to, or changes in, electrical wiring are permitted. 

Approved Appliances in Residence Halls

• Clothing iron
• Coffee makers
• Electric Kettles
• Refrigerators smaller than 4.0 cubic feet and micro-fridges (microwave/refrigerator combination units).

Due to the health and safety issues inherent in high-density living environments, the following are prohibited in the residence halls: 

• Hot plates
• Electric skillets or grills 
• Toaster ovens 
• Halogen lights
• Sun lamps, hibachis 
• Electric heaters
• Rice cookers
• Air Fryers
• Lava Lamps
• Propane or Butane Equipment
• Refrigerators larger than 4.0 cubic feet
• Microwaves (other than the approved combination microwave/refrigerator), 
• Any major appliances or devices deemed unsafe by Residence Life or Public Safety staff. 

Small kitchen appliances are permitted in the common living areas of our continuing living spaces, including Sandhu Residence Center Suites, Glass Apartments, Davis & Harris Apartments, Chapman Court, Chapman Grand, Panther Village Apartments, and The K.  

Evacuation Procedures
Specific evacuation procedures are posted in each building. Residents can contact their Resident Director or Area Coordinator for further information about community-specifc evacuation procedures. During an evacuation, residents must follow these guidelines:

1. Exit the building in an orderly fashion.
2. Use the closest exit.
3. Do not use the elevators.
4. Stand away from the building at the designated safe refuge area. Residence Life or Public Safety staff will inform residents when they may return to the building.
5. Immediately report pertinent information such as the location of injured or trapped persons to emergency response or Public Safety personnel.

Residents are prohibited from remaining in the building during an evacuation (this includes fire drills). Residents failing to adhere to the evacuation policy may be subject to the student conduct process.

Furniture
All in room furniture must remain in the room in which it was originally placed. Students will be charged the replacement costs of any furniture that is missing or damaged at the end of the year. University owned furniture may not be used on balconies. Residents will be charged for the replacement of furniture if there is sun or water damage. Students may not trade furnishings with other students or move furniture to other University-owned residence halls, or apartments without written permission from Residence Life Staff. The University will not provide additional furniture beyond the basic set-up in each residence hall room. The University will not remove any furniture from a room if it is not being used, unless through a documented Disability Accommodation. Residents are not permitted to bring their own frame/mattress unless an accommodation is approved through a documented Disability Accommodation. Waterbeds are not permitted in the residence halls or apartments. 

Guests
Residential guest(s) must be registered by their host via the Residence Life and First Year Experience website. Guest(s) will receive a confirmation form they must have with them all times during their visit. Guests must present this confirmation form to a University official upon request, along with identification. Residents may not give their ID Card to their guest for any reason. The resident is responsible for the conduct of each of its guests. The resident must, at all times, accompany their guests while they are on University property; unaccompanied guests will be removed from University property and may be subject to arrest. The resident will be held financially responsible for their guests and visitors who cause damage. All guests must abide by University policies as well as local, state and federal laws. These policies are subject to change, and it is the responsibility of the resident to abide by the currently posted guest policies for residential communities. In addition to the foregoing, the resident will be responsible through the Student Conduct system for policy violations of its guests. With the permission of the student’s roommate(s), a student’s guests may be housed overnight in the hosting student’s assigned on-campus residence no more than three (3) nights per semester.

Health and Safety
Residents are responsible for maintaining a clean, safe and sanitary living area inside the residence hall rooms and apartments and the surrounding areas, including exterior areas, balconies, walkways, lawns, etc. The living area must be in a clean, orderly condition throughout the year and at the time of check-out. Students are responsible for the cleanliness of their residence, including the bathroom, throughout the year. 

At least twice a year, the Residence Life staff will conduct Health and Safety Inspections with Facilities Management staff. Residents who are found to be in violation of university policies during these inspections may be subject to the student conduct process. Failure to maintain acceptable conditions may result in required cleaning, fines, and/or relocation. 

Potentially dangerous items found during Health and Safety Inspections will be confiscated without the option of being returned. In addition to fines and confiscation, some items may be destroyed, including but not limited to: drugs, drug paraphernalia, directional signs, weapons, alcoholic beverages, and candles.

Housekeeping
Residents are responsible for maintaining their living quarters, common areas, walkways, and balconies at a standard that neither interferes with normal university activities (e.g., doing work), normal residential activities, nor contributes to health hazards (e.g., promoting microbial growth due to a failure to clean or remove trash/food). Residents are prohibited from leaving personal trash or personal trash cans in hallways/corridors outside student residential spaces. All trash must be disposed of properly. Residents and their guests are prohibited from baring custodial staff from cleaning any space per their job duties.

Housing Selection
Housing selection is the process that allows current students to choose their housing assignment and roommates for the upcoming year. During the spring semester, the Residence Life and First Year Experience staff coordinates housing selection. Students must participate in housing selection to be eligible for a housing assignment for the next academic year. Residence Life and First Year Experience attempts to make this process fair and equitable for all involved. If a returning student fails to meet all deadlines in housing selection, the student may lose the opportunity to sign up for on-campus housing or will be assigned only after all new student applications have been processed. Students on a hold with the Business Office may not be able to select during the main housing selection process until their hold has been cleared. 

Improper Residence Entrance/Exit
Residents who improperly enter or exit gates, residence halls, lounges, offices, or their or others’ rooms, or apartments by misusing keys, ID cards, or lockout codes will be subject to the student conduct process. Additionally, improperly entering or exiting a residence hall by misusing, breaking or removing windows, screens and/or doors will be subject to the student conduct process. Removal of a window screen may result in a fine of $50.00, as well as the cost for other damages if appropriate (see Lockouts).

Keys
Residents are issued access to their assigned room, or apartment. Residents are not permitted to loan keys or Chapman ID cards to others, including other students, friends, or family members. If a student is granted temporary access to a residence hall space with a temporary keycard, the student must utilize the keycard only for their own entry to the space. The student must return the temporary key to Residence Life staff at the end of the student’s temporary stay in the residence, as determined by Residence Life and First Year Experience. Keys, including mailbox keys, may not be duplicated. If a mailbox key has been damaged, duplicated or misplaced, there is a $40 charge for re-keying the mailbox. Failing to turn in their key upon check-out will also result in a $40 re-key charge.

Chapman student ID cards act as a key to gain access to residence hall rooms, gates, and laundry rooms. Residents who are locked out of their rooms should go to the Residential Support Desk (RSD). Residents who need to replace a missing ID card must purchase a replacement at the Service Desk located in the library. After every 5 lockouts, a student will be charged a $25 fine. After 10 lockouts, the matter may result in a conduct violation. Cards can be reprogrammed for rooms at both the Service Desk and in designated hall offices. 

Laundry Facilities
Laundry facilities are available in Pralle-Sodaro, Henley, Sandhu, Davis and Harris, Morlan, Glass, The K, and Panther Village and are for resident use only. If clothing or belongings are damaged due to machine malfunction or when the machine is inoperable, residents should contact WASH, our external laundry machine vendor via the number posted in the laundry room or using the QR code to submit an online work request. Residents must follow posted regulations in the laundry rooms, including cleaning the lint trap after each use, and cannot prop/deadbolt laundry room doors. The University is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged items in laundry facilities. 

Taking another person’s items out of machines is not allowed and could be considered theft. Items left in the machine for more than 48 hours will be considered abandoned property and could be disposed of or stored. Contact Resident Director or Public Safety for any missing items or misuse of the laundry facilities.

Residents at Chapman Grand and Chapman Court have laundry units in each apartment. Residents must make every effort to not overload the machines or cause any damage. Lint must be removed and disposed of after each dryer use. Work requests for damaged or non-working machines can be made to Facilities Management via the work request system. If the apartment machine is broken and been reported for more than four (4) days, contact the building Area Coordinator to request a possible temporary solution.

Locks
Residents who tamper with the locking mechanism on their doors endanger their own safety and the safety of other residents. Residents found tampering with locking mechanisms will be subject to the student conduct process and restitution costs for damages. Residents cannot add/replace locks anywhere in their residence (this includes but is not limited to: doors, windows, closets, desks, etc.) that would prevent access or entry by University staff. In doing so, residents may be charged and may be subject to the student conduct process.

Lockouts
If residents are locked out, they must notify University officials to gain entrance to their room or apartment. If it is between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, residents can go to the main office of Residence Life and First Year Experience on the second floor of the Davis Community Center, or call (714) 997-6603.  From 9:00 a.m. - midnight, the Residential Support Desk located in the basement of Henley Hall can also provide lockout assistance. If it is after hours, the resident should call the Resident Assistant on Duty for their building/area. After 5 lockouts, a student will be charged a $25 fine. After 10 lockouts, a report will be filed for Residential Life Staff to review and determine whether the student may be subject to the student conduct process. 

Lofts/Lofting/Extension
For safety reasons and preservation of facilities, students are not permitted to use cinder blocks, bed-raising or bed-extending/expanding mechanisms. For safety reasons including earthquake safety, students are prohibited from stacking furniture, such as dressers or beds, and may not bunk or loft their beds. Students found in violation of the policy may be charged a fine of $100 per item and may be subject to the student conduct process.  

Lounge, Common Areas, and Outdoor Community Spaces
Misuse, abuse, theft, or destruction of University property is not permitted. Furniture in lounges and study areas is provided for the benefit of all residents and is to remain in Lounges, Common Areas, and Outdoor Community Spaces. Violations of this policy are subject to conduct process under the Code, which may result in financial liability, assigned sanctions, and/or loss of housing privileges. If furniture or other University property is missing, it could be considered theft, and students could be fined per item, the cost of moving the furniture back to its original location and subjected to a conduct review. In addition, actions of residents and/or their guests that require excessive cleaning and/or maintenance will not be tolerated. The resident(s) responsible will be held financially responsible for any damage they cause. Residents may not sleep overnight in University lounges or public areas unless it is in conjunction with a university-sponsored event and approved by the Resident Director or Area Coordinator of the building. Quiet hours and Courtesy hours still apply. 

To reserve a lounge, common area, or outdoor community space, residents should email the Resident Director or Area Coordinator of the building to get it booked through the university space scheduling system. Residents who fail to reserve space in lounges and community areas may be asked to vacate. Priority is given to the group, club, organization, or individual that reserved the space. Groups, clubs, organizations, or individuals will also be held responsible for damage that occur during their use of the lounge or common area. Groups or individuals will be held personally and/or financially responsible for any necessary cleaning or trash removal in the case of excessive trash or debris left behind. 

Residents are encouraged to report acts of vandalism or theft in regard to any lounges, common areas, or outdoor community spaces.

Mail and Packages
All residents are assigned an individual mailing address for the residential area. Residents will be notified via Chapman e-mail when packages or mail are ready for pick up. Residents who receive mail that does not belong to them or their mailbox partner should label it “Return to Sender” and either put it in the appropriate mislabeled mail slot or give it to the mail/package room staff.  

Chapman Court, Chapman Grand, Davis Apartments, and Panther Village & The KHenley, Pralle-Sodaro, Glass, Sandhu and Morlan halls and Harris Apartments 
To help maintain the safety and security of the residential community, all third-party deliveries (including but not limited to Uber Eats, DoorDash, Grubhub, Instacart, Postmates, Amazon, and similar services) must be completed outside of the residential building.

Residents are required to meet delivery drivers on the sidewalk or designated exterior area outside of their building. Delivery drivers are not permitted to enter residential buildings or deliver items directly to resident rooms or apartment doors. Requesting or allowing a delivery driver to enter the building or deliver directly to a room/apartment is considered a violation of housing policy.

Residents are expected to meet their delivery driver in a timely manner upon notification of arrival. Items left unattended outside of a residential building may be discarded or disposed of by Housing staff and the University is not responsible for lost, stolen, damaged, or discarded items.

Failure to comply with this policy may result in referral to the student conduct process.

Minors
University residential facilities are generally not an appropriate environment for minors unless they are matriculated students or a resident. Resident students may not “babysit” minors in their rooms, including relatives. Anyone under the age of 18 who is not a resident, is not allowed to spend the night in any university owned residence life space.

Motorized and Non-Motorized Vehicles
Residents must register their bicycles with the Department of Public Safety. Bicycles may only be stored in bike racks outside the building, student rooms, and apartments. Bicycles cannot be stored in hallways, stairways, or other public common areas. Residents must obtain approval from roommates before storing bicycles in shared rooms (see Bicycle Operations and Parking listed in the Student Conduct Policies).

Vehicles, including, but not limited to, bicycles, skateboards, scooters, or skates, may not be used in the interior of buildings, on balconies, ledges, or any areas which may cause injury or damage to facilities (except those permitted through the Americans with Disabilities Act). Bicycles, skateboards, scooters, skates cannot be used as a mode of transportation in the parking structures. No motorized vehicle (including e-bicycles, hoverboards, e-scooters, etc.) can be stored or brought into or charged in Chapman Housing facilities.

Plumbing
University residence hall rooms and apartments use low-flow toilets to conserve water. Toilet paper and bodily waste are the only flushable items. Students may not dispose of period products, paper towels, baby wipes, personal cleaning wipes, or any other items in the toilet. These items should be disposed of properly in the trash. Residents are encouraged to purchase their own plunger for use as needed.  Residents are expected to learn how to shut off the water in the event of an overflow or first sign of a malfunctioning toilet. Signage and instructions will be placed in every room and training will be provided by residential life staff. Residents should also contact Residential Life Staff and Facilities Management immediately if they suspect any plumbing in their room or apartment is malfunctioning. Residents will be held financially accountable for any damage to their room or the building if they misuse a toilet or other plumbing, either negligently or maliciously. 

Pest Control
If a student believes that they are experiencing a pest issue in their campus housing room or apartment (i.e. ants, roaches, bed bugs, rodents, etc.), they should immediately report it to Facilities Management by submitting a work request. Facilities will assess the situation and send the appropriate technician to handle the issue. The University contracts with a local pest control company who is on site 2-3 days per week. In the event that pests are confirmed in the room or apartment, all assigned students must comply with treatment and prevention instructions issued by Residence Life, Facilities Management and/or the designated pest control professional. Treatment and prevention instructions may differ depending upon the type of situation. Students who fail to comply with treatment procedures and who thereby aid the spread of an infestation may be held financially liable for additional treatment costs the University may be subject to the student conduct process.

Quiet/Courtesy Hours
Residents are expected to always be considerate and courteous to others. Sound levels need to be such that noise is confined to the individual’s residence. Courtesy hours are in effect 24 hours a day, seven days a week. This includes holidays, summer sessions, Interterm, weekends, and any period when classes are not in session. The right to sleep always supersedes the privilege to entertain oneself or others.  

Quiet Hours: 

• Sunday – Thursday from 10:00 p.m. to 10:00 a.m. 
• Friday – Saturday from 12:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. 

Starting Friday at 8:00 p.m. before finals week of each semester, including Interterm, there are 24-hour quiet hours in the residence areas. Quiet hours may be extended if necessary for university-sponsored events.  

Use of musical instruments may be restricted if it violates quiet or courtesy hours. Any musical practices may be restricted if they become disruptive to other residents or staff. There are designated practice rooms that can be accessed by going to the Residential Support Desk in the Henley basement. 

Residents will be held responsible for causing car alarms, repeated car horns, or for failing to promptly turn off their car alarms, especially if the alarms violate quiet/courtesy hours. Cars may be towed for violating this policy.

Room Alterations
Poster and decoration may be attached only to the interior walls and only with materials that will not cause any permanent damage. Nothing can be attached to or hung from the ceiling. This includes tapestries, decorative lamps, posters, or streamers. Permanent alterations, such as painting the room or installing equipment, are prohibited. Holiday decorations inside the rooms are permitted only if they are safe and do not present a fire hazard. Cut/live trees and foliage are prohibited (see Residence License Agreement and the Fire Safety and Equipment Policy in the Student Conduct Code). White sticky tack and removable adhesive hanging strips are the only approved form of adhesive for hanging items to a wall. The use of push pins, nails and screws is prohibited. Any wall or paint damage created from hanging decorations on a wall, regardless of the method of hanging, may be cause for a charge upon check-out.  

Room/Apartment/House Assignment Change Requests
Residents who are not satisfied with their current living situation may initiate a request to change their housing assignment. Requests may be made by contacting their Resident Director or Area Coordinator. Requests are considered based on the availability of unassigned spaces in housing. Any student who moves into a new room assignment without written approval from Residence Life and First Year Experience staff may be moved back to their original assignment, may be required to pay an Improper Check-In fee ($65), and may be subject to conduct review.  

Students who are approved to change housing assignments will be financially responsible for the possible change in rate of their new housing assignment based on building and number of residents occupying the room assignment. Residents may not request that their roommate be moved.

Room/Apartment/House Entrance and Search
University officials including the Residence Life and First Year Experience staff, Public Safety, and Facilities Management staff members must respect students’ rights to privacy. The staff members working in Residence Life and First Year experience, Public Safety, and Facilities Management will not admit anyone into a residence hall room or apartment who is not assigned to the space. In order to grant access to non-residents (e.g., friends, relatives, other students), residents must provide written permission to a Resident Director or Area Coordinator who may accept it at their sole discretion. If an individual’s belongings are locked in another resident’s room, or apartment, staff will not open the door. University officials do, however, reserve the right to enter a student room, or apartment for reasons of safety, sanitation, emergency, or to ensure compliance with University and Residence Life policies. In addition, a Room Entrance and Search may occur under the following conditions:

1. When the resident of a room submits a work request, the request grants Facilities staff members permission to enter the student’s residence without prior notice in order to investigate and complete the work, even if the student is not present.
2. If there is a concern that a resident’s health and/or safety is in jeopardy, Residence Life and First Year Experience staff or Public Safety staff will enter a room without prior notice, depending on the urgency of the situation.
3. Health and Safety inspections will occur at least twice a year by the Residence Life and First Year Experience staff in partnership with Facilities Management. Room entrance is necessary to perform these inspections. Residents do not need to be present for these inspections and may not interfere with the inspection schedule.
4. While engaged in the performance of duties within the residence hall community, Chapman University officials (Public Safety officers and Residence Life staff) have occasion to come upon situations that require the search of a residence. These encounters are based on the premise of “Cause” (Reasonable Suspicion). Reasonable suspicion consists of:
   1. Personal observation of alleged policy violations or illegal activity.
   2. Reasonable suspicion to believe that a policy violation or something illegal is taking place (this can be based on sight, smell, statements or sounds).

Searches based on reasonable suspicion may require looking into areas of concealment (e.g. refrigerators, closets, drawers, etc.). This is based on seeking out additional policy violations that the officials believe are present based on circumstances at that time.

As a general rule, campus officials will try to obtain the consent of the resident(s) involved when conducting a search. However, this is not required, and at times searches will be conducted without the permission of the resident(s).

When University officials are conducting room searches, a Residence Life Staff member (Resident Advisor, Graduate Resident Director, Resident Director, Area Coordinator, Assistant Director, etc.) will be present whenever possible.

Social Gathering Policy
Residence Life and First Year Experience encourages students to socialize and invite guests to their residence, as long as it does not disrupt the community and/or involve any policy violations. For the safety of our residents, we have placed a maximum capacity for their spaces: 

Residence Halls
Apartments
These limits will be used when staff members are called to respond to a social gathering. Any person, including a current student, who is not assigned to a residence hall room but is in the building or room for the purpose of visiting students who are assigned to the room is considered the guest of the student being visited. All guests who are not enrolled Chapman University students must be registered online. 

Any social gathering that violates this policy will be dispersed immediately by Residence Life staff and First Year Experience and/or Public Safety officers and will result in conduct review. When a social gathering is dispersed, all guests or other students must immediately leave the residence. The resident host, their guests, and other students present are required to cooperate with the staff and assist with the immediate dispersing of the social gathering. Any resistance, verbal or physical, toward University officials, may result in loss of housing privileges, sanctions, and/or arrest by law enforcement. 

Furthermore, all social gatherings must comply with the policies listed in the Student Conduct Code and other University policies, including, but not limited to, Identification, Quiet Hours, Illegal Controlled Substances, and Alcoholic Beverages policies University staff will respond to any social gathering of two or more students or guests anywhere in the residential areas that may be violating a university policy, and the gathering will be dispersed immediately. 

Solicitation
No door-to-door solicitation for ticket sales, cash donations (including non-profit organizations), drawings, raffles, magazines, newspapers, candy, food or any other money exchanges will be permitted in University residence halls or apartments. University recognized clubs and organizations may not solicit by placing items on multiple doors.  If solicitors approach a resident’s door, residents should call Public Safety at (714) 997-6763.

Posting of flyers without permission from Residence Life and First Year Experience is prohibited. Flyers will be removed at the discretion of residence life staff. Campus digital signage displays is a communication platforms that provide a way to deliver important messages or promote events to reach students. Clubs and Organizations that are approved through the university policy may request signs to be displayed.

Water Use
Car washing is not permitted in Residence Life parking lots. Hoses and Slip-n-Slides are not permitted in the areas in and around University residence halls and apartments. Please be aware that squirt guns violate the Weapons, Explosives, and Hazardous Materials.

To comply with the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act of 1989 (DFSCA) and subsequent amendments, students and employees of Chapman University are informed that strictly enforced policies are in place which prohibit the possession, use or distribution of any illicit drugs, including alcohol, on Chapman University property or as part of any Chapman University-sponsored activity unless event-specific permission is given for of-age students to consume alcohol moderately. Students are also subject to all applicable legal sanctions under local, state and federal law for any offenses involving illicit drugs on Chapman University property or at Chapman University-sponsored activities.

Chapman University affirms that illegal drug use is unlawful and harmful. The use of illegal drugs and alcohol abuse by students and employees could result in cognitive deficits, loss of productivity, and other health risks. These risks include an increased risk of accidents, which may result in death or permanent injury. Free, confidential counseling for alcohol and other drug abuse issues is available to students and employees through the Chapman University Counseling Services, Health Services, and the employee assistance program. Other resources may include assessment, individual counseling, educational programs, materials, and referral and case management through community agencies, all of which might include a fee. 

Alcohol Policy 
The following sections describe Chapman University policy regarding the sale, service, distribution, and consumption of alcoholic beverages on university property or at Chapman University-sponsored events in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.

Basic Guidelines 
Students who are 21 years of age or older are permitted to possess and consume alcohol in designated university housing rooms. Students who are of legal drinking age may not share or provide alcohol to any students, employees or guests who are under 21 years of age. Those under the minimum legal drinking age of 21 years are not permitted to possess or consume alcohol anywhere on university property or at university-sponsored events. Violations of this policy include:

• The sale, possession, use, consumption, production, purchase, or provision of alcoholic beverages to or by any person under the age of 21. 
• Requiring medical attention and/or engaging in disorderly or disruptive conduct due to intoxication causing University officials to respond, even if the subject is over the age of 21. 
• Consuming alcohol in a University residence when an individual under the age of 21 is present in the same setting.  
• Being under the age of 21 and knowingly in the presence of alcohol in a University residence hall space, regardless of the amount of time spent in that residence hall space. 
• Possessing kegs, common source containers or devices designed for the rapid consumption of alcohol (e.g., beer bongs, funnels.); engaging in behavior (e.g., games like beer pong, flip cup) that promotes the rapid or excessive consumption of alcohol.
• Providing alcohol with the intent of taking advantage of another.
• Hosting events with alcohol on campus must be coordinated with Chapman’s food service provider (currently Sodexo), as required by the Facility Use and Event Policy. 

Illegal/Controlled Substance Policy
The following sections describe Chapman University’s policy regarding the sale, manufacture, distribution, possession and use of illegal/controlled substances on or off Chapman University property or at Chapman University-sponsored events or programs in accordance with federal, state and local laws. Violations of this policy include:

• Use, possession, sale, distribution and/or production of narcotic or other controlled substances (including marijuana), or acting as an accessory, liaison, or facilitator for any of the above, except as expressly permitted by law.
• Requiring medical attention and/or engaging in disorderly or disruptive conduct due to substance use causing University officials to respond, even if the subject legally consumed the substance (see Appendix 6 for the Medical Amnesty Policy).
• The possession or use of marijuana, even with a medical recommendation or medical license, is prohibited on University property in compliance with federal law. Any drugs and/or paraphernalia found to be in a student’s possession, University residence, vehicle, or assigned area will be considered to be in the possession of the student whether or not the student is the individual who purchased or furnished the drugs, paraphernalia, or handmade drug use device. Paraphernalia may be confiscated by University staff and returned at a later date, unless required by law to be retained.
• Being in the presence of and having knowledge of an illegal substance in a University residence regardless of the amount of time spent in that residence. 
• Illegal or improper use of prescription or over-the-counter medicines, even where lawfully prescribed. All prescription medicines must be kept in their original bottle and must have the prescription from the doctor noted on the bottle. Prescription medicines found without their prescription attached will be confiscated until such time that the prescription can be produced. All prescription medications must be prescribed to the person in possession of the medication. 
• Possession of drug paraphernalia (i.e., rolling papers, pipes, bongs, etc.) for intended or implied use of any form of illegal substance) regardless of whether it is purchased or handmade, even as props for filming.
• Possessing paraphernalia that contains or appears to contain any form of an illegal substance.
• Use of a legal substance in an improper manner (e.g. ingesting a cleaning chemical, inhaling other chemical substances for the purpose of intoxication). 
• Providing drugs with the intent of taking advantage of another.
• Using mail services to purchase, pass, or distribute illegal substances.

The possession or use of marijuana, even with a medical recommendation or when the student is 21 years of age or older, is prohibited on University property.

Any drugs and/or paraphernalia found to be in a student’s possession, residence, vehicle, or assigned area will be considered to be in possession of the student regardless of whether the student is the individual is the person who purchased or furnished the drugs or paraphernalia. 

Students must be able to provide a prescription (such as a bottle or a written prescription from a doctor) for prescribed medications. Prescription medicines found without their prescription will be confiscated until such a time that a prescription can be produced.

This policy provides flexibility for the University in addressing drug-related offenses which occur on- or off-campus. Moreover, it permits the University to address its fundamental mission of holistic education and the development of human potential. While recognizing that there is a need to address violations related to the use or possession of controlled substances, the University must address the education and well-being of all its students and employees. In addition to Chapman University imposed sanctions, students and employees are subject to all legal sanctions under federal, state, and local law for any offenses involving illegal drugs on Chapman University property or at Chapman University activities.

Safe Harbor 
The University has a Safe Harbor rule for students. The University believes that students who have a drug and/or alcohol addiction problem deserve help. If any Chapman University student brings their own use, addiction or dependency to the attention of Chapman University officials outside the threat of drug tests or imposition of the conduct process and seeks assistance, a conduct complaint will not be pursued. A written action plan may be used to track cooperation with the Safe Harbor program by the student. Failure to follow the action plan will nullify the Safe Harbor protection and the campus conduct process will be initiated.

Information Regarding the Impact of Alcohol and Other Drug Use 
Information regarding the health risks of alcohol and drug use can be found in the University’s annual policy notification. 

Chapman University cares about the safety and welfare of each member of its community. At times, community members may need assistance. Sometimes students are hesitant to call assistance for fear that the student needing assistance or themselves may be charged with university policy violations. Chapman University hopes to remove this fear by clarifying the policies to encourage students to report sexual misconduct and to seek assistance for themselves or others who need help. 

The Good Samaritan policy applies to students seeking help on behalf of other students, and the medical amnesty policy applies to the person(s) in need of medical attention. The sexual misconduct amnesty policy applies to both any witnesses and the complainant in an incident. 

These policies only apply to violations of the Code. All other matters (such as employment, athletic eligibility/participation, leadership or volunteer positions and similar circumstances) may be addressed separately as appropriate by University personnel. This policy does not prevent action by police or other legal authorities (see also the Student Policy on Sexual Harassment Prohibited by Title IX and/or Policy Prohibiting Discrimination and Harassment).

Good Samaritan Policy
The Good Samaritan policy allows the University to eliminate conduct consequences as articulated in the Student Conduct Code for students, who may be under the influence of alcohol or other substances, who make a good faith call for medical or other help on behalf of another student (See also Sexual Misconduct Policy). This policy applies in situations involving alcohol, other drugs, interpersonal violence, and other situations considered dangerous by a reasonable individual. This means that no formal university conduct actions or sanctions will be assigned to the reporting student(s) for minor violations relating to the incident. The incident will still be documented and educational interventions may be required as an alternative to conduct action. This policy does not protect against repeated or serious violations of the Code such as, but not limited to, abusive behavior, failure to comply, interpersonal violence, and distribution of alcohol and/or other drugs, hazing, theft, property damage, etc.

Medical Amnesty Policy
The medical amnesty policy is a reduction in the conduct consequences for students who receive medical attention due to alcohol intoxication, alcohol poisoning, or other drug intoxication. Students who receive medical attention for alcohol and other drug intoxication will be required to complete educational interventions. This means that no formal university conduct actions or sanctions will be assigned to the student, unless the student fails to complete the assigned educational interventions. This policy shall only apply to a student’s first alcohol/drug policy violation that requires medical attention, regardless of how the response was initiated. Additionally, this policy does not protect against serious violations of the Code such as, but not limited to, abusive behavior, failure to comply, interpersonal violence, and distribution of alcohol and/or other drugs, hazing, theft, property damage, etc.

Amnesty Related to Hazing Reports
Chapman University recognizes that students are sometimes reluctant to report hazing activity, due to a fear of potential consequences for their own conduct. For this reason, the University has adopted an amnesty policy which states that a student who acts in good faith to report activity that may fall within the definition of hazing and/or a victim who cooperates fully as a witness in the investigation and disciplinary process may not be subject to student conduct sanctions related to their own participation in hazing behavior, as determined by the University in its sole discretion.

Sexual Misconduct Amnesty Policy
To encourage and support the reporting of incidents and participation in investigations under the Student Policy on Sexual Harassment Prohibited by Title IX and/or the Policy Prohibiting Discrimination and Harassment, students who participate in investigations under this policy will not be held accountable for violations of the Student Conduct Code that may have occurred at the time of or as a result of the incident in question (for example, being under the influence of alcohol or other drugs), unless the University determines that the violation was egregious. Egregious violations include, but are not limited to, actions that place the health or safety of another other person at risk or that involve academic dishonesty. 

Anti-Hazing Policy Statement
Chapman University is committed to fostering experiences, relationships and environments that are welcoming. Hazing of any kind is antithetical to this goal. Hazing can be abusive, degrading, psychologically damaging, and may be life-threatening. Hazing activities are also against the law.

Chapman strictly prohibits hazing. It is unacceptable in all forms and has no place in the Chapman University community. Student groups, organizations, and athletic teams can be important contributors to a vibrant and positive campus life but all such groups, including those not formally recognized by the University are expected to act in accordance with the Student Conduct Code, refrain from hazing, and treat others with respect. Hazing by individuals and hazing student groups or organizations is prohibited in any form both on campus and off campus.

Definitions

1. Is committed in the course of an initiation into, an affiliation with, or the maintenance of membership in, a student Organization; and
2. Causes or creates a risk, above the reasonable risk encountered in the course of participation in the institution of higher education or the Organization (such as the physical preparation necessary for the participation in an athletic team), of physical or psychological injury including but not limited to:
   1. Whipping, beating, striking, electronic shocking, placing of a harmful substance on someone’s body, or similar activity;
   2. Causing, coercing, or otherwise, inducing sleep deprivation, exposure to the elements, confinement in a small space, extreme calisthenics, or other similar activity;
   3. Causing, coercing, or otherwise inducing another person to consume food, liquid, alcohol, drugs, or other substances;
   4. Causing, coercing, or otherwise inducing another person to perform sexual acts;
      Any activity that places another person in reasonable fear of bodily harm through the use of threatening words or conduct;
   5. Any activity against another person that includes a criminal violation of local, State, Tribal, or Federal law;
   6. Any activity that induces, causes, or requires another person to perform a duty or task that involves a criminal violation of local, State, Tribal, or Federal law; and
   7. Any prohibited actions, methods, or situations illustrated on Chapman University’s Hazing Prevention Website.

2. Organization
Organization (may also be referred to as “Student Group,” student club, or student organization) – refers to any number of persons organized in manners including but not limited to: clubs and organizations, Greek lettered organizations, athletic teams, club sports, governing bodies, societies, departmental student organizations or committees, any other University recognized student organization, any student organization seeking University recognition, or any student organization not recognized or sponsored by the University.

Hazing Prevention and Awareness 
To promote a hazing-free environment, Chapman University provides research-informed training programs to the campus community, including incoming students, recognized student groups, athletic teams, sororities and fraternities, and staff and faculty serving as advisors. These programs are designed to help community members recognize hazing, develop prevention and intervention skills, and understand Chapman’s hazing-related policies and reporting options. 

Reporting Incidents of Hazing
Chapman University encourages the reporting of suspected hazing activities. Hazing may be reported in person, by mail, by telephone, or by electronic mail, using the contact information listed for the Office of Student Conduct, or by utilizing the online reporting forms:


To report hazing activity in progress on campus that involves criminal or other conduct endangering health and safety, please call Public Safety at (714) 997-6763, who will contact 9-1-1 and lead the first responders to the appropriate location. 

To report hazing activity in progress off campus that involves criminal or other conduct endangering health and safety, please call 9-1-1. 

Reports of hazing will be investigated in accordance with the Student Conduct Code. Individuals found responsible for committing, soliciting, encouraging, directing, aiding, or recklessly permitting hazing to occur will be subject to disciplinary sanctions that could include suspension or expulsion for individuals and permanent loss of recognition for groups. 

Information about hazing will be included in the Annual Security Report published by the Department of Public Safety in accordance with the Federal Stop Campus Hazing Act. 

Private and Confidential Reporting
Chapman University will take appropriate steps to respect the privacy of reporters but cannot guarantee confidentiality for hazing reports. The information you provide to a non-confidential resource will be relayed only as necessary to investigate and/or seek a resolution and/or to comply with other appropriate University policies and procedures, and any federal, state and/or local laws, rules and regulations. Chapman University will limit the disclosure to those with a need to know, as determined by the University, even if the University determines that the request for confidentiality cannot be honored. 

Offices and officials who are confidential resources will not report to law enforcement or University officials without a complainant/reporting party's permission, except for extreme circumstances, such as a health and/or safety emergency, in compliance with law and policy.

Amnesty Related to Hazing Reports
Chapman University recognizes that students are sometimes reluctant to report hazing activity, due to a fear of potential consequences for their own conduct. For this reason, the University has adopted an amnesty policy which states that a student who acts in good faith to report activity that may fall within the definition of hazing and/or a victim who cooperates fully as a witness in the investigation and disciplinary process may not be subject to student conduct sanctions related to their own participation in hazing behavior, as determined by the University in its sole discretion.

Investigation Process
After a report is received, Chapman University will quickly review the submission and determine the next appropriate actions, including whether to call Public Safety and/or law enforcement. Chapman University will also conduct its own investigation to prevent a recurrence of the alleged hazing and to determine if there are potential violations of the Student Conduct Code and/or any other applicable processes, depending upon the nature of the complaint.

No Retaliation
Retaliation is an adverse action taken against anyone for reporting, supporting, or assisting in the reporting and/or adjudication of any of the behaviors prohibited in this Code, the Student Policy on Sexual Harassment Prohibited by Title IX and/or the Policy Prohibiting Discrimination and Harassment, or any other University policy, or against anyone perceived to be involved in any of these actions. Retaliation may include intimidation, violation of a No Contact Directive, harassment, efforts to impede an investigation, or filing a false or bad faith cross-complaint. Retaliation under this Code is prohibited by University policy, state, and federal law. Retaliation is a violation of policy regardless of whether the underlying complaint is found to be a violation of policy.