Student Handbook

Appliances

Students can use coffee makers, electric water kettles, popcorn poppers, and blenders in their rooms. Hot plates, fry pans, bread makers, crock pots, Foreman grills, countertop toasters, ovens, microwave ovens, or Fry Daddys are not permitted in a student’s room due to consideration of wiring and fire hazards. These appliances can be used only in kitchens or areas designated by the Resident Director. (Each residence hall has one or two full kitchens for students. Townhouses have a full kitchen. Questions concerning cooking need to be directed to the Resident Director.)

Air conditioners, space heaters, halogen lights, 3D printers and stand-alone freezers are prohibited. Facilities Services may check out space heaters to some students as needed. Irons should have an automatic-off feature. Ironing may not be done on a bed or the carpeting.

Students may keep a mini-refrigerator (maximum size of 4.0 cubic feet) in their room. These units are expected to be cleaned regularly, and no food/beverage will be stored in them during Christmas break. All items must be unplugged during breaks.

All electrical appliances (lamps, refrigerators, etc.) must have “UL” approval to avoid potential safety hazards.