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Policies & Procedures

American University has a strong commitment to the development of students, the promotion of civility, and the expectation that students will act responsibly. Housing & Residence Life (HRL) supports & encourages the development of residential environments that complement these goals.

Community standards have been established in the residence halls with a combination of the Student Conduct Code, specifically the Residence Hall Regulations, and the Housing License Agreement. In addition, HRL collaborates with the Office of Student Accountability and Restorative Practices to ensure that residents live in an environment that enable them to achieve personal satisfaction and contribute to their community.

Policies

Residence Hall Guest Policy

  • Residents are permitted to have guest in their assigned residence hall.
  • Residents are required to register all guest at their area front desk. Guest are expected to check out when departing.
  • Non-AU affiliated persons (this includes family members) are allowed to visit any residential building.

Community Living Agreements

This agreement is designed for assigned residents of a shared space, whether that be a traditional, suite, or apartment style space, to facilitate communication with one another. Parties should not assume that everyone will naturally fall into a rhythm of cleaning. Nor should parties assume that feelings are known before they are clearly and appropriately articulated. If a breakdown in communication and shared living expectations occurs, your Resident Assistant (RA) may use this document to guide the discussion they facilitate between applicable parties. The link for your community living agreement is available on your AU Housing Portal.

Campus Partners

Hazing Report Form

This form may be used to anonymously report hazing activity. Every member of the University community is responsible for reporting actual or suspected hazing activities to the Dean of Students office or to AUPD as soon as possible.

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Event Policy

American University student organizations shall not discriminate in membership or benefits on the basis of any individual’s personal identity or characteristics, including but not limited to race, color, national origin(or shared ancestry), religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.