Resident Hall Handbook

required to live in a university-operated residence hall when such accommodations are available. Commuter Request Process To commute, you must live with your parents or legal guardian, within a 40-mile driving distance of campus, and not have already signed a housing contract for the time frame you are requesting. Request commuter status by completing a Commuter Request Form and submitting it in the Housing Gateway Contracts tile; then select “View,” select “Cancel,” select “Commuter Request,” and follow the directions. Exemption/Release Request Process Students requesting an exemption to the live-on policy for extenuating circumstances should meet with their Coordinator before submitting a request in the Housing Gateway. Learn more about the exemptions process online.

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Futons & couches need to be less than 80 inches long to fit under your lofted bed. An adjustable loft and micro-fridge are already in the room. Plus, the floor is carpeted from wall-to-wall. We want you to make your residence hall room as comfortable as possible. However for safety reasons, there are a few things you should leave at home, such as: • Non-religious candles and incense • Pets (other than fish, see Pets policy) • Weapons (including concealed firearms) • Explosives • Illicit drug paraphernalia and decorations • Pools • Cooking items with exposed elements • Alcohol and/or empty containers are against policy if you are under 21 HOUSING CONTRACT Students will sign a housing contract every year they live on campus. It is important that you read the contract terms prior to signing the contract. Once a contract is signed, it cannot be canceled unless a student is no longer attending UW-Stout or has a study abroad, internship, or student teaching experience for the full academic year that is at least a 40-mile driving distance from campus. Room selection times are based on contract signing dates. The earlier a student signs a contract the earlier they will get to select a room and the more room options that will be available to them. Two-Year Live-on Requirement Those first-year students and sophomore students (59 credits or less) who are not veterans, married or living with parents or legal guardians (within a 40-mile driving distance of campus) shall be

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