Each residence hall, apartment, theme house, and Greek house communities are unique. Living so close to one’s neighbors can allow for the development of long-lasting friendships and good times. When disagreements inevitably pop up, it is important to remember to “treat others as you would have them treat you” and “to be courteous to your community.”

Being Courteous to Your Community leads to a cleaner, quieter, safer, more comfortable living environment for everyone.

Tips for a Cleaner Hall Environment:

• Don’t leave food particles in the sink or attempt to rinse large pieces of food down the drain.

• Clean your room, vacuum the floor and empty your trash cans on a regular basis. This will help keep bugs out of your room, apartment or house.

• Take all of your trash to the dumpsters located in your area.

Tips for a Quieter Hall Environment:

• Always observe Quiet Hours. This is one of the most common complaints from residents about other residents!

• Stairwells and hallways can be echo chambers. Keep your voice down when in these areas out of respect for those living close by them.

• Keep in mind that rooms and apartments are in close quarters - walls, floors and ceilings can be very thin.

• Theme Houses are located alongside Indianola community members. Please remember this and be courteous.

• Wait until you get outside before beginning any sports activity.

• Adjust the volume on your alarm so that it wakes only you, not your entire room, suite, or apartment. When leaving for the weekend, make sure you turn your alarm off.

Tips for a Safer Hall Environment:

• Read and follow all guidelines in this handbook.

• Never give strangers access to the building by letting them in or propping doors.

• Do not let anyone borrow your proximity card (Student ID).

• Never escort a stranger.

• Instruct visiting parties to use the outside phone to call the person they are visiting for an escort.

• Do not give out your room combination.

• Don’t block hallways with furniture, decorations or other materials.

• Don’t chain your bike to trees or stairwell railings. Like materials stacked in the hallway, your bike could be blocking emergency access or exit.

• Don’t leave laundry unattended in washers or dryers. Report any vandalism or machine malfunction directly to the Director of Residence Life (961-1562) or reslife@simpson.edu. (Please provide the machine number, location, and describe the problem. Refunds are available from the Director of Residence Life.)

• When a fire alarm sounds, do not attempt to silence the alarm yourself. Simply exit the building and call Security so that they can respond.

Tips for a More Comfortable Living Environment:

• Get to know your neighbors. Knowing them on a friendly basis now will help you discuss that loud stereo later.

• Always observe smoking regulations.

• Work with your roommate(s) and/or suitemates to come to an agreement on an appropriate room temperature.

• Get to know and work with your CA, HA, SHC, ARC, or AC. Give him or her any suggestions you might have on how the living environment can be improved.


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You & Your Neighbor Each residence hall, apartment, theme house, and Greek house communities are unique. Living so close to one’s neighbors can allow for the development of long-lasting friendships and good times. When disagreements inevitably pop up, it is important to remember to “treat others as you would have them treat you” and “to be courteous to your community.” Being Courteous to Your Community leads to a cleaner, quieter, safer, more comfortable living environment for everyone. Tips for a Cleaner Hall Environment: • Don’t leave food particles in the sink or attempt to rinse large pieces of food down the drain. • Clean your room, vacuum the floor and empty your trash cans on a regular basis. This will help keep bugs out of your room, apartment or house. • Take all of your trash to the dumpsters located in your area. Tips for a Quieter Hall Environment: • Always observe Quiet Hours. This is one of the most common complaints from residents about other residents! • Stairwells and hallways can be echo chambers. Keep your voice down when in these areas out of respect for those living close by them. • Keep in mind that rooms and apartments are in close quarters - walls, floors and ceilings can be very thin. • Theme Houses are located alongside Indianola community members. Please remember this and be courteous. • Wait until you get outside before beginning any sports activity. • Adjust the volume on your alarm so that it wakes only you, not your entire room, suite, or apartment. When leaving for the weekend, make sure you turn your alarm off. Tips for a Safer Hall Environment: • Read and follow all guidelines in this handbook. • Never give strangers access to the building by letting them in or propping doors. • Do not let anyone borrow your proximity card (Student ID). • Never escort a stranger. • Instruct visiting parties to use the outside phone to call the person they are visiting for an escort. • Do not give out your room combination. • Don’t block hallways with furniture, decorations or other materials. • Don’t chain your bike to trees or stairwell railings. Like materials stacked in the hallway, your bike could be blocking emergency access or exit. • Don’t leave laundry unattended in washers or dryers. Report any vandalism or machine malfunction directly to the Director of Residence Life (961-1562) or reslife@simpson.edu. (Please provide the machine number, location, and describe the problem. Refunds are available from the Director of Residence Life.) • When a fire alarm sounds, do not attempt to silence the alarm yourself. Simply exit the building and call Security so that they can respond. Tips for a More Comfortable Living Environment: • Get to know your neighbors. Knowing them on a friendly basis now will help you discuss that loud stereo later. • Always observe smoking regulations. • Work with your roommate(s) and/or suitemates to come to an agreement on an appropriate room temperature. • Get to know and work with your CA, HA, SHC, ARC, or AC. Give him or her any suggestions you might have on how the living environment can be improved.
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