Housing Handbook Collin College Resident Handbook05-08-2020 | Page 37

violation, student residents may attempt to stop the violation, contact the director of student housing operations or designee, and/or immediately remove themselves from the situation and vicinity of the violation. Student residents present at the scene of a rule violation, will be included in the documentation of the incident and may also be held accountable for applicable rule violation(s). Concealment of information is also considered a rule violation. Student residents should accept ownership of, and take responsibility for, resolving conflicts and problems that arise in the community. In the event a conflict arises that cannot be resolved, student residents should contact the director of student housing operations or designee. Reporting a Violation of the Student Code of Conduct To report an alleged Student Code of Conduct violation, contact the Dean of Students Office at 972.881.5604 or [email protected], or complete the Student Incident Report Form online at https://k1.caspio.com/dp.asp?AppKey=eaab3000 114b800ca9d8443991b1. Roofs and Ledges All building roofs, ledges, and ladders are off limits at all times. Do not climb, sit, or stand on any building roofs or ledges. If a student resident is found on the roof, ledge, or ladder of any Collin College Student Housing facility, he or she will be referred to the Dean of Students Office for appropriate disciplinary action, in accordance with the current Student Code of Conduct. Roommate Agreement All student residents are required to complete a roommate agreement with the director of student housing operations or designee. Roommate agreements are put in place to assist student residents with living in a community environment. Roommate agreements encompass things such as temperature in the units, cleaning responsibilities, 2019-2020 Collin College Resident Handbook conflict resolution, and any other items roommates would like addressed. In the event of a roommate dispute or conflict, the director of student housing operations or designee reserves the right to revisit the current roommate agreement or complete a new one. Safety Campus safety and security is a shared responsibility. Student residents can protect themselves, the community, and their property by taking steps to decrease their exposure to risk. Student residents should be aware of their physical surroundings and the people around them at all times. Travel with friends at night or use the Collin College Police Department’s walking escort services. Keep doors and windows locked, even when inside. Trust your instincts and use common sense to help keep you safe and deter an attacker. Remember, a crime cannot occur if the opportunity for crime is not present! The Collin College Student Housing community is patrolled by the Collin College Police Department; however, no police department can function effectively without the collaborative assistance of the community it serves. If there is an immediate physical or medical emergency, call 9-1-1. Attempting to locate a police vehicle on patrol or calling the Resident Life Office will delay response time. Collin College Student Housing cannot guarantee or assure your personal safety and security while residing on campus. It is each student resident’s responsibility to report acts of mischief or criminal activity in the community to the Collin College Police Department immediately. The provision of safety devices, locks, and Collin College Police Department services does not constitute a guarantee of their effectiveness. Student residents should exercise caution at all times when on campus and around their housing units. Security Phone Numbers and Websites Emergencies: 9-1-1 Page 28