Tampering can include but is not limited to:
- Disconnection or the covering of smoke, carbon monoxide, and/or heat detectors/alarms;
- Misuse of fire extinguishers and/or fire suppression systems;
- Misuse of blue emergency call buttons;
- Removing, misusing, compromising, and/or relocating safety/traffic devices including but not limited to cones, barriers, chains, custodial signage, and related items;
- Misusing or compromising any other safety equipment.
First time violators may be subject to:
- $250 fine and Formal Disciplinary Warning
Second time violators may be subject to:
- $500 fine and Housing/Disciplinary Probation
Student with subsequent violations may be subject to:
- Increased fine, removal from residence and termination of Residence License Agreement, and/or suspension, and/or expulsion from the University.
Students who knowingly violate the smoking and/or no flame policies and trigger the fire alarm and/or students who intentionally activate a fire alarm in the absence of a true emergency, may be subject to disciplinary action including but not limited to removal from the residence halls, termination of residence license agreement, fines, suspension, and/or expulsion. Students may also face criminal charges if applicable.
(Updated July 2026)