residence hall policies
Quiet Hours
Whatever other functions a university or residence hall may serve, its essential role is to provide an atmosphere conducive to study. The University requires that you demonstrate the mutual respect and consideration that neighbors or members of any community owe to one another. It is important to remember that a residence hall, by its very nature, breeds noise to a certain extent. No one expects you to remain silent in your own “home” at Arcadia University. However, standards of common courtesy and respect for the rights of others are more essential here, perhaps, than anywhere else. Refrain from yelling out of windows and down hallways, blasting stereos or having loud parties in your room. The playing of sports or activities in the hallway that disturb others is not permitted. It is your responsibility to keep your guests’ voices down to an acceptable level. If you cannot do this, the staff will ask your guests to leave.
It is the responsibility of each residence hall floor to establish and enforce its own Quiet Hours. Minimum Quiet Hours, established by the University, are 11 p.m. to 8 a.m. Sunday through Thursday; and 1 a.m. to 9 a.m. Friday and Saturday. There will be a 24-hour quiet period during the week preceding and throughout finals week. Please note that Quiet Hours means no loud talking in the hallways and lounges, and no sound to be heard outside your room during the entire time period.
In addition, although Quiet Hours have been established, it does not mean that you may ignore your neighbors’ rights during other hours, which are commonly referred to as courtesy hours.
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