It is the purpose of this regulation to establish policies and procedures for application, fees, and discipline within the student residence center. In addition to the rules, regulations, and responsibilities as defined in the "Student Rights and Responsibilities" handbook, residence hall students are also subject to the rules and regulations as printed in the student residence center housing manual, contract, and application forms, which are available for review and inspection upon request from the student residence center manager.

Eligibility to reside in the student residence center is generally limited to individuals enrolled in a minimum of five credits per academic term. Residency between terms is contingent upon documented intent to attend the subsequent term. After processing all student applicants, the student residence center manager may accept applications from college employees or other individuals on a space-available basis and are subject to the approval of the dean of student services. After meeting the needs of students and employees, applications from other individuals may be considered for short-term residence provided that the application submitted establishes a purpose aligned with the college mission.

(1) A complete application includes the indicated housing deposit and all required signatures. A parent must sign where indicated if the student is a minor.

(2) All terms and conditions of residency are included in the application and agreement packet available in the student residence center office.

(3) Agreement with these terms of residency is indicated by signature of the student, and if a minor, by parent or legal guardian.

(4) Signed agreement as to terms must be returned to the student residence center manager prior to occupancy.

(1) Fees are set before July 1st of each year by the student residence center manager and approved by the board of trustees.

(2) Fees must be paid before the first day of occupancy.

(3) Current fee schedules are available in the student residence center office.

(1) Resident conduct requirements are listed in the student residence center housing manual and the code of student rights and responsibilities, chapter 132P-33 WAC. The housing manual includes a disciplinary guide listing infractions of conduct, which is given to the student on occupancy.

(2) The student residence center manager or designee may direct the student as to proper conduct and/or refer the breach of conduct in accordance with procedures available in the housing manual.

(3) Alleged housing conduct violations are referred to the student residence center manager.

(4) The student residence center manager or designee will determine appropriate procedures or sanctions.

(5) Students receiving discipline as a result of a housing conduct violation have the right of appeal through the dean of student services.

(6) Disciplinary sanctions assessed by the housing manager do not preclude additional procedures and sanctions in accordance with the code of student rights and responsibilities.