Alcohol, Tobacco, & Weapons
Why is smoking prohibited on campus?
Fire hazard, causes damage to facilities, can be a health hazard to some individuals.
In the event that a student needs to go, or has gone, to the hospital, who needs to be notified?
Your AD should be notified and/or the Pro-Staff On-Call should be contacted.
T or F: Unburned candles are not considered a fire hazard until they are lit.
Candles & incense are a fire hazard and are prohibited. Candles and incense (burned or unburned) should be confiscated.
A student is reporting strange sounds and believes they have ghosts, who should you call first?
Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, Ernie Hudson, or Harold Ramis
T or F: Pets are allowed as long as they can fit in a ten gallon tank.
False: Only fish are allowed in the residence hall, even if they are able to live in the same type of tank. (Service animals and APPROVED ESAs excluded)
If Resident A is 19 and Resident B (his roommate) is 22, can Resident B have alcohol in his room?
No. The use or possession of alcoholic beverages in the residence hall and/or disorderly conduct due to consumption of alcohol is strictly prohibited.
To ensure your room safety, you should do this every time you leave the room
Lock the door.
Who should be notified if the fire alarm goes off in your building at 2:45 pm on the third Wednesday in September?
You should notify your AD of any fire alarms during business hours. After hours you should notify the Pro-staff on-call.
What happened on October 3rd?
Aaron asked Cady what day it was.
A student has a lighter and cigarettes on their desk. Is this something you should confiscate?
No. While we are a smoke-free campus, tobacco are not explicitly prohibited. Exceptions apply
When does being messy become a policy issue?
When it causes a health, safety, or general disturbance to the residence hall community.
T or F: All confiscated fire hazards should be stored in Hall Hall.
FALSE: Items such as gasoline, kerosene, motor oil, certain batteries, and a handful of other items such as fireworks should be reported to DPS for disposal
Why does Edward sparkle?
Twilight vampires are made out of "stone"
A student can have empty alcohol containers in their room if used strictly for decorations
Depends! "Trophy Bottles" are not allowed, but there are some exceptions. Check with your supervisor.
T or F: Students living on campus are required to have renters insurance
False. Except in very unique cases, university is not responsible for damage and/or loss of your possessions. We recommend that you have renters or homeowners insurance to cover any loss or damage.
Name two types of 3D printers; why is each prohibited?
Filament (traditional 3D printer) - open heating elements are fire hazards!
Resin - resin printing often involved washing prints in alcohol. Additionally, the fumes can be considered a health hazard.
Finish this quote:
"Surely you can't be serious."
"I am serious and _________"
"Don't call me Shirley"
When are quiet hours?
Fri/Sat:
A student is part of the union sanctioned, RPI supported Rifle Club, has registered the rifle to themselves, and is approved to have it on campus. When can they have it in the hall?
Never. Any weapon associated with a registered club, such as a rifle or bow, must be stored within the club's designated storage ONLY.
What is the preferred method to attach posters and other wall hangings in a residence hall room?
Painters Tape, Poster Tack, or Command Strips
Name at least 5 items that are considered potential fire hazards and not allowed in the residence halls? (Not including candles)
Incense, live trees, toasters, air fryers, hotplates Halogen Lamps Extension Cords, lava lamps, E-bike scooter batteries, loose gasoline, etc.
Name 5 of the actors who have portrayed a live-action Batman
Lewis Wilson (Serial 1943), Robert Lowery (Serial 1946), Adam West (TV), Michael Keaton (Batman, Returns, The Flash), Val Kilmer (Forever), George Clooney (Batman and Robin), Christian Bale (Nolan Trilogy), David Mazouz (Gotham), Ben Affleck (Movies that didn't deserve him), Ian Glen (Titans), Robert Pattinson (The Batman), AND Kevin Conroy (Batwoman)
List 3 names of Pro-staff's pets
Acorn, Max, Millie, Trixie, Bob Robert cat scourge of the seven seas, Hank