NOVA SOUTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY 19 2023–2024 RESIDENTIAL LIVING GUIDE 18 Wireless Internet NSU wireless network provides high-speed Internet access and state of the art security features throughout all NSU facilities. NSU provides three independent wireless networks:1NSU, Guest and NSU. 1NSU is the primary and secure wireless network for students, facility, and staff. Students in the residence halls can connect their game consoles, streaming media, and IoT devices to the “NSU” wireless network by registering the wireless mac address. For more information on how to register your mac address please visit this link: nova.edu/oiit/network-operations/wireless. html. Air Conditioning In order to assist with the regulation of the air conditioning units, students in all residence halls must keep their windows closed. Air conditioning temperatures in every hall is preset to university standards and tampering with air conditioning units and or opening your window will result in a minimum of a $150 fine and conduct action. Care of Rooms and Facilities It is expected that all residents maintain reasonable standards of cleanliness in their rooms, and that rooms will be kept clear of trash and waste. Resident-caused conditions that contribute to substandard health and safety of the residents and that require recurring maintenance attention may subject the student to conduct action. For your safety and the general good of the community, NSU Staff reserves the right to enter the room you are occupying at any time for any reason. Each resident is responsible for the University property and furnishings in the assigned space. This includes the room or apartment door/ room number tag. Changing room number tags is an alteration of the room or apartment and is a policy violation. Alterations of the physical structure or property of the residence halls by students is not permitted without the written authorization of University Housing. This includes lofts or any other wooden structures. Lofts, even if freestanding, are not allowed. If constructed without permission, they will have to be immediately disassembled and discarded at the cost of the residents. Objects may not be placed on windowsills or ledges. Students who violate this policy will be fined $25 per occurrence. The care of the individually assigned rooms in the halls shall be the responsibility of each occupant. Upon initial occupancy of an assigned in sealed containers. If your room requires maintenance attention, please contact your RA. Your RA will then contact physical plant and report your request. For maintenance emergencies after office hours, please contact the RA on duty. Damage Fees and Charges Students who are identified as being responsible for damages to residence hall furnishings, structures, or equipment will be charged the appropriate labor, material, and administrative costs necessary to reimburse the Office of University Housing for the expenses involved. Damage to a common area as a result of the action of students shall result in a recovery assessment to all students responsible. Below is a listing of costs for various damages. These charges, however, may vary due to unforeseeable changes in the price of materials and labor. Charges Interior room key.........................................................$75 Exterior room key (Suite/Quad)...................................................$300–$375 Temp Card Replacement...........................................$75 Other Charges Additional cleaning charges...................................$100 Improper checkout....................................................$100 Lockout outs (each time after the third occurrence)..................................................$25 False fire alarm..........................................................$300 Tampering with AC unit/ opening windows......................................................$150 Room blinds................................................................$100 Painting/patching (per wall).................................$200 Missing screen..............................................................$50 Mattress....................................................................... $200 Unauthorized pets (per occurrence)........................................................$100 Unauthorized room change (per occurrence).......................................................$200 Trash (per bag)............................................................$50 Vandalism............................................... Labor/materials *Charges are subject to change. Please see your building Area Coordinator for more information. space, each resident shall review and sign a room assessment form attesting to the condition of the room and its furnishings. When a resident checks out of a room, the room will be inspected for damage. Damage done to an individual room will result in an assessment to the individual room occupant or both room occupants jointly and/ or separately. Damage to a common area or the building as a result of the action of residents will result in an assessment to all residents responsible. If the responsible individual(s) cannot be determined, the entire building community may share the cost of the damage to the wing, the floor, or the entire building. Common Area/Lounge/ Outdoor Furniture and Equipment Lounges, study rooms, reception lobbies, and other common areas are provided for the comfort and convenience for all students. Furnishings in outside and inside common areas may not be removed from those areas. Students, who take these items to their rooms or elsewhere, on or off campus, are subject to a $100.00 fine in addition to conduct action. Charges for loss or damages not able to be assessed to a particular individual may be charged against the wing, floor or building where the loss or damage occurred. Custodial, Pest Control, and Maintenance Services Physical Plant is responsible for the proper maintenance and appearance of the residence hall public areas, such as lounges, halls, common areas, bathrooms, and stairwells. After a resident checks out of their room, housekeeping services will clean the vacant apartment or vacant bedroom/bathroom. Residence Halls are sprayed on a quarterly basis. Keep in mind that most insect problems result from careless handling of food. Keep your room and kitchen area clean. Be certain to keep food wrapped tightly and stored Facilities
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