Roommate Agreement-Behavioral Expectations

Residence Life Behavioral and Policy Expectations
As a student at The University of Memphis, you have many rights and

responsibilities. One of those responsibilities is to be familiar with standards set for
your personal conduct as outlined in the Code of Student Conduct and the
Residence Hall Information Brochure. Below are just SOME of the policies you are
expected to know. We believe that knowing and understanding these policies will
help you to enter into a more effective roommate agreement.
Prohibited on all University-controlled property (includes empty
alcohol containers and drug paraphernalia)
Minimum Recommended Sanctions: Alcohol
Alcohol/Drugs
1st offense
Probation, $25 fine,
mandatory alcohol &
drug program
2nd offense
$50 fine,
probation,
possible
suspension from
residence halls
3rd offense
Suspension from
residence halls
(Includes loss of all
rent and deposits)
Minimum Sanctions: Drugs

1st offense
Suspension from residence
hall, $25 fine, alcohol/drug
program, probation
2nd offense
Expulsion from residence
life,
$50 fine, probation
Visitation
Opposite sex visitation is from noon until Midnight, Sunday

through Thursday and from noon until 2 AM on Friday and
Saturday.
Overnight
Guests
Overnight guests of the same sex are permitted for a maximum of 3

nights per semester with roommate approval. Guests must be
registered with the AAC.
Noise
Quiet hours are from 10 PM until 10AM. Noise which can be

heard outside your room is not allowed. Courtesy hours are 24
hours a day.
Cleanliness/Saf
ety
Issues
Trash must be taken to the dumpsters outside. An acceptable

level of cleanliness must be maintained in your room, in shared
bathrooms, and in common areas. Hazardous cooking
appliances (such as toasters & hot plates), candles and incense
are not allowed.
Aggressive
Behavior
Any aggressive behavior, verbal or physical, will not be tolerated

in the residence halls or on campus. If found to be involved in
aggressive behavior, severe disciplinary action will take place,
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which could include expulsion from the residence halls or the

university.
Theft
Theft of any kind, no matter the value, will not be tolerated, and
will be reported to Police Services. If found guilty, Residence
Life and Police Services will take severe disciplinary action which
may result in expulsion from residence halls in addition to legal
action.
ROOMMATE AGREEMENT
Residence Life and Dining Services
Having a positive roommate relationship can be achieved through communication, cooperation, and compromise. With your
RAs assistance, the process of completing this formgetting to know one another better, discussing expectations for your living
arrangement, and setting some ground ruleswill help make your experience of living in a residence hall more enjoyable and
more valuable. Mark the option(s) that matches your agreement. If none of the options meet your needs, write your own in the
Other/Comments box.
GUESTS
Never allowed
Allowed only when roommate is present
Allowed when roommate is not studying or
sleeping
Allowed anytime
Overnight guests are never allowed
Overnight guests are allowed with prior
permission
STUDY AND SLEEP TIME
Quiet studying & rest should always be available
Quiet expected for studying and sleeping times
Sometimes quiet for serious studying
A little general noise is okay
Noise is not a problem
USE OF PERSONAL POSSESSIONS (CLOTHES, COMPUTER, PERSONAL CARE
ITEMS, ETC.)
Items may never be used
Some items may be used only after asking
All items may be used only after asking
Items may be used without asking
Items may be used by guests without asking
USE OF SHARED ITEMS (FRIDGE, TV, GAMING SYSTEM, ETC.)
Equal usage is the most important
Respect right to use at certain times
Be reasonable when asked to share/stop
Dont hog when roommate is waiting
First come, first served
CLEANLINESS AND HYGIENE
Strict cleaning schedule should be kept
Equal cleaning duties are very important
If you notice it dirty, clean it up
Cleaning is not the #1 priority
If it doesnt affect me, its not my business
OTHER DISCUSSION TOPICS
i.e. Locking room doors
Comments/Expectations
We have read the accompanying Behavior and Policy statement, and in accordance with its principles, we agree to the above.
We have made an agreement to have open communication and to deal with any conflicts that arise in a manner of
mutual respect. If we encounter a problem which we are unable to work out between ourselves, we agree to consult our RA.
Additionally, we agree that, with mutual consent, these guidelines may be adapted if necessary and any changes documented.
We understand that it is our responsibility as individuals to read The University of Memphis Student Code of Conduct and The
Department of Residence Life Brochure in their entirety.
Hall:
Room/Apartment:
Signature of Roommate 1
Date
Signature of Roommate 2
Date
Signature of Roommate 3 (if

applicable)
Date

applicable)
Date

applicable)
Date
RA Signature
Date

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Residence Life Behavioral and Policy Expectations

As a student at The University of Memphis, you have many rights and

Minimum Sanctions: Drugs

Opposite sex visitation is from noon until Midnight, Sunday

Overnight guests of the same sex are permitted for a maximum of 3

Quiet hours are from 10 PM until 10AM. Noise which can be

Trash must be taken to the dumpsters outside. An acceptable

Any aggressive behavior, verbal or physical, will not be tolerated

which could include expulsion from the residence halls or the

A Tennessee Board of Regents Institution. An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action University

A Tennessee Board of Regents Institution. An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action University

Signature of Roommate 3 (if

Signature of Roommate 4 (if

Signature of Roommate 5 (if

A Tennessee Board of Regents Institution. An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action University

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