Statement of Responsibility

The students and staff of Housing and Residential Life (HRL) are a multicultural community of individuals. We are of diverse national, racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic origins. Our community encompasses a broad spectrum of religious and political beliefs, and our sexual orientations may differ. We are unique in that we strive to work and live together. 

  

In the process, we learn from one another in an atmosphere of positive contact and mutual respect. We are committed to behaving and expecting others to behave in ways that demonstrate our beliefs about the respectful treatment of each member of our community. We believe that we are individually and collectively responsible for our behavior and are fully accountable for our actions. 

  

We must take initiative and responsibility for our learning and awareness of the differences which exist in our community and avoid all actions that negatively impact others. We are committed to these principles which are an integral part of our purpose, values, and daily activities. 

  

The Department of Housing and Residential Life adheres to all Oklahoma State University policies pertaining to non-discrimination and harassment. 

 

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Rights and Responsibilities 

Community members are responsible for adhering to this information and could be held accountable if individual or group actions are a detriment to the community. Being well-versed in this information will help make the living experience an educational and enriching one as well as provide the resources to be a good community member.

 

Residents are responsible for what happens in their living units. Students in the presence of any policy violation may be subject to disciplinary action. Any type of damage, incidental or malicious, will result in the restitution of damaged property by the responsible residents.