6.06 Your Rights and Responsibilities

The following is a listing of your rights - what you are entitled to as a resident living in one of NJC's residence halls; and your responsibilities - what is expected of you as a member of a residence hall community.

You have the right

to enjoy individual freedoms without regard to race, sex, national origin, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation, or political affiliation.
to be free of intimidation or harassment.
to have free access to your living accommodations.
to live in a clean and secure environment.
to expect a competitive price on housing accommodations and food service.
to receive written copies of college housing rules and regulations, or individual building policies which govern individual and group behavior.
to respect and safety of personal property.
to study without interruption or interference.
to express yourself creatively within established guidelines.
to direct access to staff that provides assistance, guidance, and support as needed.
to host guests, within established guidelines.
to equitable treatment when your behavior is in question.
to participate in student government and residence life committees.
to individual and group educational and developmental opportunities in your living community.

You have the responsibility

to read the information provided for you by the Northeastern Residence Life staff, especially your Residence Hall Contract--Terms and Conditions, and your Student Handbook (located online).
to adhere to rules and regulations.
to comply with an official request of a Residence Life staff member or College official.
to monitor and accept responsibility for the behavior of your guest(s).
to report violations of rules and regulations to appropriate staff.
to respect the rights of others.
to express yourself individually or by association with groups.
to notify a staff person of maintenance or personal problems in a timely manner.
to meet expected room and board payment schedules.
to participate in floor meetings and share responsibility for adhering to and enforcing community policies and guidelines.