ROSE-HULMAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
STUDENT HANDBOOK 2006-2007

Statement of Non-Discrimination
It is the policy of Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology to admit students on the basis of their academic ability. Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, citizenship status, disability, veteran status or sexual orientation.

STUDENT SERVICES

STUDENT AFFAIRS
Rose-Hulman dedicates itself to the total growth and development of each individual student. The Office of Student Affairs coordinates most of the non-academic aspects of Rose-Hulman student life. The Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students has a highly dedicated, energetic and professional Student Affairs staff.

Many of the areas of responsibility in Student Affairs are administered through the central office located on the lower level of the Hulman Union Building. The Vice President for Students Affairs, the Associate Dean of Students, the Director of Residence Life, and the Director of Financial Aid have offices in the Student Affairs section of the Student Union.

The Student Affairs Office offers personal and academic counseling services, information concerning housing on and off campus, and general information on all aspects of student life. The Office is open from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

The Director of Residence Life maintains permanent residence in Speed Hall. Three graduate assistants reside on campus in each of the following halls: Scharpenberg, Deming, & Percopo Hall.

COUNSELING
Counseling is available to students through the Health Services Office in the Student Union at selected hours.

Students are encouraged to use these services whenever they have personal concerns of any nature and desire confidential attention. No appointments are necessary. Referrals can be made if the student so desires.

STUDENT ACTIVITIES
The Associate Dean for Student Services works with student organizations to coordinate and promote a wide variety of campus activities. A master calendar of campus activities is kept in the office. The office is also available for scheduling room use in the Student Union.

The Student Activities/Union Office is located on the upper level of the Hulman Union Building HMU 243.  The Union houses the Associate Dean for Student Services, the Director of Student Activities and Assistant Union Director, and the secretary. These services are provided from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

HEALTH SERVICES
Primarily interested in the prevention of illness, the Institute maintains a limited health care service, with a nurse and a physician on campus each weekday.

Students may visit the Health Services Office free of charge. A medical form, sent to all entering students, requests a thorough physical examination, a history of immunizations, including up-to-date tetanus, measles and TB test, and other background health information. These records are kept on file in the Health Services Office and must be completed for the student to be treated.

The Institute cannot assume responsibility for the regular treatment of the student's chronic conditions which might be present upon initial enrollment at the Institute; however, the Health Services Office will supervise the treatment and general health of a student who is under the care of a family physician. Medication is furnished free of charge, but certain services such as X-ray examinations, special drugs and laboratory tests are not available on campus.  The cost of these services must be borne by the individual student.

Proof of medical insurance is required of all students. Students may purchase accident and sickness insurance through the Institute. This protection covers all students during the regular school year who elect the coverage. Spouse coverage is also available to married students.

Students who have received, or are receiving, medical treatment must file a medical insurance claim with the insurance and risk manager in the Administrative Services if the treatment cost is to be covered by the Student Insurance Plan.

Policy for Medical Records

1. All students (undergraduates, graduate students and transfer students) must have medical records and immunization records on file in the Health Services Office before matriculation in order to receive medical attention.
2. All students must show proof of negative skin test or chest X-ray for tuberculosis before matriculation.
3. All students must provide a signed acknowledgement of receiving, from Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, information regarding Meningococcal Meningitis and the Meningococcal Meningitis Vaccine (menomune) before matriculation.
4. All students who have not completed the above will be unable to register for classes the following quarter.

FINANCIAL AID
There are many sources of financial assistance available to Rose-Hulman students, including scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study. A Rose-Hulman student may apply for aid prior to the beginning of any quarter. Most assistance, however, is assigned for an academic year. All financial aid granted by Rose-Hulman is coordinated by the Office of Financial Aid, which is located in the Hulman Union.

If a student wishes to be considered for aid other than academic scholarships, a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) must accompany the request for aid. This form should be submitted to the federal processing center at least thirty days prior to the deadline for financial aid applications. This form, the FAFSA, is the only form that needs to be filed to be considered for all federal and state aid programs. Indiana residents' FAFSA must be to the federal processor before March 10 to be considered for Indiana Higher Education, Freedom of Choice Grant and 21st Century Scholarship.

All financial aid applications and FAFSA's are available in the Office of Financial Aid.

STUDENT FINANCIAL SERVICES
Student Financial Services is located in the Business Office in the A-Section of Moench Hall and is available to serve students in the areas of Organization Deposits, Laptop Financing, and Billing. Office hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SERVICES
Karen DeGrange, Director of International Student Services and Special Programs, is located in the Student Affairs Office in th Hulman Union (ext. 8285). This office provides information and counseling to international students on immigration and visa issues and other areas of concern. No appointment is necessary. The Director of International Student Services acts as an advocate for international students and welcomes the opportunity to work with each and every one who chooses to study at Rose-Hulman.

Rose-Hulman is very proud of its international students, whose presence provides opportunities for Americans to broaden their perspectives by exposure to different cultures. The number of international students on our campus varies each year, averaging 25 undergraduates and 20 graduate students from about 20 different countries.

The International Student Association (ISA), which is open to everyone, presents social events throughout the year. It also provides informational sessions to keep all international students up to date on issues affecting them and their status in the USA.

Through interaction with people different from ourselves, not only do we learn about different ways of life, but we also learn about ourselves and grow through understanding differences. We feel that engineers and scientists of the future will need 'cross-cultural' skills, that is, skills that will enable them to work and live productively in a variety of settings very different from the ones in which they feel most comfortable.

SPECIAL NEEDS STUDENTS
 Rose-Hulman is happy to work with students with special needs or disabilities.  After being admitted to Rose-Hulman, students must establish their eligibility for accommodations by notifying the Director of International Student Services and Special Programs of the disability and providing documentation.  Students must provide as much documentation as possible about the disorder and resulting limitations.  Documentation by a psychiatrist, psychologist, medical doctor, or other licensed mental health provider that is less than three years old is acceptable.

Rose-Hulman will work to provide learning-disabled students with academic accommodations to offset a substantial limitation that results from a disorder, so that the student has equal access to learning.  We also work with students who have physical disabilities to adjust limitations to their access to the learning environment.

OFFICE OF PUBLIC SAFETY
The Office of Public Safety, located on the east side of campus on U.S. 40 and the east side of the Circle K Shell Service Center, provides a variety of integrated services to the Rose-Hulman community.

Student escort service, vehicle registration and traffic enforcement are included in the program. Additional duties of the staff consist of maintaining updates on potential development of adverse weather conditions (e.g., tornadoes), the alerting of community members to those situations, energy disruption, fire protection and control, security, and protection of life, property, and Institute assets in general. Vehicle registration is required by all students with vehicles on the campus.

Specific education, experience, and training are required of by the staff to provide a professional response to an emergency.

To report an emergency, dial ext. 8590.

ROSE-HULMAN STUDENT COMPLAINT PROCESS
Any student wishing to file a formal complaint concerning any aspect of the Institution can do so by submitting the complaint in written form to the Dean of Students.  The complaint must be signed by the complaining party or parties.  The Dean of Students will refer the complaint to the appropriate vice president for consideration and/or action.
 

ACADEMIC SERVICES

ACADEMIC FACILITIES
Moench Hall, Olin Hall, Olin Advanced Learning Center and the Mildred and Frederick Crapo Hall are open during the following hours for classes, studying, meetings, etc.:

• Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. -11:00 p.m.
• Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.
• Sunday 9:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.

Rooms in these buildings may be reserved for club meetings, etc., by contacting the Registrar's Office and reserving a room for a specific time.

To remain in the buildings past these hours, see a member of the faculty or the Associate Dean of Students. They can write a special permission pass for the hours desired.

LEARNING CENTER
The Learning Center, located in the lower level of the Logan Library, offers academic assistance in the areas of chemistry, computer science, math, physics, and writing. Peer tutors - trained students supervised by professional staff - do the majority of tutoring at the Center, working one-on-one with students. Professors encourage students to participate in study sessions held at the Learning Center or bring in writing assignments before they are submitted.

The Learning Center has something to offer every Rose-Hulman student:

• One-on-one peer tutoring
• Peer editing
• Personal academic advisement
• Quiet study areas
• Organized study groups
• Course files
• Study skills improvement
• Workshops/Review Sessions

The Learning Center is open Monday through Friday during the 2nd - 9th hours, Sunday through Thursday from 7 p.m. -10 p.m., and is closed Saturday. For additional information call ext. 8876 or take a look at the website: www.rose-hulman.edu/lc .

Percopo Hall, a sophomore residence, is a partnership effort of the Learning Center and Office of Student Affairs. The hall is designed to provide a seamless living and learning environment for sophomores through the use of live-in peer tutors and a graduate student, scheduled study sessions, and numerous group study areas. The hall has a study library that is open Sunday throughThursday evenings from 8 p.m. - 11 p.m. It also has a classroom staffed with tutors.  Peer tutors are also available during their scheduled daytime office hours.

HOMEWORK HOTLINE
The Rose-Hulman Homework Hotline, established in 1991, provides middle and high school students in Indiana with math and science homework help free of charge. Rose-Hulman students (freshman through seniors) are paid to serve as tutors for the program. The Homework Hotline phones are answered Sunday through Thursday in the evenings between 7:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m.(EDT). Tutors have access to most state adopted math and science textbooks. Middle and high school students may call toll free 1-877-AskRose to receive math and science homework support, or students can submit homework questions and access reference materials from our website at www.AskRose.org. For additional information about the Homework Hotline or to inquire about employment opportunities, contact ext. 8319 or Susan Smith in the Learning Center.

ROSE-HULMAN VENTURES
Rose-Hulman Ventures offers students the best engineering professional practice experience possible within an academic program. That means providing internships featuring hands-on projects in collaboration with companies where outcomes are both educational to students and value-added to companies.

Multidisciplinary teams of undergraduates are directed by full-time, Rose-Hulman Ventures project managers. Student interns are paid for their technical expertise while learning new skills including design, prototyping and testing of new products or services. Interns work up to 10 hours per week during the academic year and 40 hours during the summer months. This unique experience makes students attractive to recruiters and more productive immediately after graduation. To apply for an internship, contact Jim Baker at ext. 4010 or visit www.rhventures.org.

TECHNICAL SERVICES CENTER
The Technical Services Center (TSC) incorporates several components of the Office of Instructional, Administrative & Information Technology, including Laptop Services, Hardware Services, Software Projects, Help Desk, and Systems Administration.  The TSC was formerly known as the Waters Computing Center, which was established in 1960 by a bequest from Mr. Waters (class of 1888).  The academic and administrative computing systems are located in the TSC.

The Help Desk is the central point of contact for customers with computer, networking or telecommunications-related questions and problems.  The Help Desk may be contacted by calling campus extension 8989, sending e-mail to helpdesk@rose-hulman.edu, or by visiting the Help Desk office on the lower level of Crapo Hall.  Extensive information concerning services, systems, software documentation are available from TSC’s web pages at http://www.rose-hulman.edu/TSC/.

The TSC is dependent on student-employees to successfully support the Rose-Hulman community.  Students are hired as staff assistants, laptop assistants, clerks, and hardware assistants.  The TSC utilizes services of the Financial Aid Office to locate and hire student workers.  In addition, the Help Desk may announce its intention to hire student workers for the upcoming academic year through an announcement in “The Kernel”, the IAIT monthly newsletter.

The Help Desk offers a variety of mass storage equipment to campus users for 24-hour check-out.  The list of the equipment available, along with the quantity of each item, is shown below.  Note that the Help Desk does not provide media for this equipment.  It is the borrower’s responsibility to procure the proper medium.

POLICY FOR RESPONSIBLE COMPUTER USE
All RHIT computing resources and facilities (computers and file servers, internet access, internal network access, printing services, public lab computers, etc.) are shared among all faculty, staff and students.  Individual users are expected to ensure that their activity does not preempt or hinder some other user’s activity.  Furthermore, all use must be responsible (ethical and legal), based on criteria outlined in “Policy for Responsible Use of Rose-Hulman Computing Facilities” that can be accessed on the Web site at http://www.rose-hulman.edu/TSC/policies/computer_use).

INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICES

Instructional Services is the Audio and Visual department for the campus. The classroom touchpanels, LCD projectors, screens, computer interfaces, and sound systems are all maintained by Instructional Services. Located in DL204, Instructional Services also offers the checkout of the following equipment on a case-by-case basis:

*Students are responsible for the purchase of all media*

A valid Rose-Hulman ID card is required at the time the equipment is loaned out. Requests for equipment reservations can be e-mailed to:  David.C.Stevenson@rose-hulman.edu.
Hours of operation are Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm.

POLICY FOR RESPONSIBLE COMPUTER USE
All RHIT computing resources and facilities (computers and file servers, internet access, internal network access, printing services, public lab computers, etc.) are shared among all faculty, staff and students. Individual users are expected to ensure that their activity does not preempt or hinder some other user's activity. Furthermore, all use must be responsible (ethical and legal), based on criteria outlined in "Policy for Responsible Use of Rose-Hulman Computing Facilities" that can be accessed online at http://www.rose-hulman.edu/TSC/policies/computer_use/.

JOHN A. LOGAN LIBRARY
The services and collections of Logan Library (both print and electronic) are the starting points to fulfill your information needs. Your library, together with other Terre Haute library resources - Indiana State University (corner of 7th and Chestnut Sts.), St. Mary-of-the-Woods College, and Vigo County Public Library (corner of 7th and Poplar Sts.) - offer you an array of information to fulfill classroom assignments, professional needs, and personal wants. As might be expected, Logan Library specializes in technical information, supporting the engineering, science, and mathematics curriculum. Whether you need properties of a composite bumper, recent trends in Bluetooth technology, or an explanation of a lab process, you can find it at your library.

The goal of the library is to maximize the power of your laptop by distributing an ever increasing number of quality information sources electronically in a full-text and full-image format. The library webpage is the place to start all research needs. You will find Web search engines, popular and scholarly journals (approximately 9,000 of which are full text), encyclopedias and engineering handbooks, standards, catalogues to books held by Logan Library and libraries around the state and nation, and selected links to the best websites for Rose-Hulman classes.

Too many information choices? Ask, call, or e-mail a librarian!! They are there to help. Don't have the needed item here? Ask for Interlibrary Loan assistance. Library hours are:

• Sunday 2 p.m.-11 p.m.
• Monday through Thursday 8 a.m. - 11 p.m.
• Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
• Saturday 1 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Evening Reference Service:

• Sunday through Thursday 7 p.m. - 10 p.m.

Phone numbers are:    

The web address for the Library Webpage is: http://www.rose-hulman.edu/Library/

DIGITAL RESOURCE CENTER (DRC)
The purpose of the DRC is to provide the Rose-Hulman community with multimedia production resources. These resources include presentation preparation, web page enhancement, video and audio digitizing and streaming, graphic and text scanning, and other technologies such as OCR or bulk CD duplication.

Housed on the main floor of the John A. Logan Library, the DRC has the software, equipment, and consulting services to assist you. The DRC staff will be glad to discuss how to make your presentation sharper or how to edit video and images to convey the message that you want. Excellent documentation is provided for each service, but the staff can also give individual instruction. Periodically, the DRC will offer training sessions. Watch for announcements.

Come by and visit to see how the DRC can help to make you more successful or

survey the DRC web site to learn more
(http://www.rose-hulman.edu/IAIT/DRC/index.html).

The DRC is open:

Monday through Thursday 8 a.m.. -11 p.m.

Friday 8 a.m.. - 5 p.m.

Saturday 1 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Sunday 2 p.m. -11 p.m.

For personal assistance, please call to set up a meeting time (ext. 8265).

CAMPUS SERVICES

LAPTOP SERVICES CENTER
Rose-Hulman’s laptop technicians are vendor-certified to provide warranty repairs on the Institute-selected laptop computers.  All student-purchased laptop computers include a four-year warranty.  If, for some reason, a student’s laptop is damaged and the damage is not covered by the warranty, the student must file an insurance claim with the Laptop Services Office to be eligible for repair service.

Laptop Services makes every effort to repair a student’s laptop computer within a three-hour period.  However, if a repair takes longer than three hours, a similar laptop may be available for temporary loan to the student.  Once the repairs are complete, the student will be notified to return the loaner laptop and pick up their laptop computer.

Rose-Hulman recommends students perform periodic cleaning and maintenance activities to protect both the laptop computer and their data.  The Laptop Services staff is available to assist students with questions regarding laptop service.

The Help Desk (x8989) is the primary point of contact for all interactions with computing, networking, telecommunication and laptop-related questions, including laptop repair services.  The Laptop Program Manager (x8933) is the contact for insurance claims, stolen laptop claims and upgrades.  Business hours for the Help Desk and Laptop Services are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except official Institute holidays.

TELEPHONE SERVICE
When calling on-campus, you may reach the Rose-Hulman switchboard by dialing zero (0). The hours are:
           Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
If the switchboard is busy or closed, please follow the automated attendant's directions.

Incoming Calls
During open hours, the switchboard can be reached from off-campus by dialing (812)877-1511 and then requesting the desired extension. If you wish to call an extension directly, dial the seven-digit phone number.
*Note: Collect calls cannot be accepted through Residence Hall telephones.

On-Campus Calls
To place a call to another phone on-campus, dial the four-digit extension. *Note: Calls placed to Rose-Hulman Ventures are considered on-campus.

Local Calls
Dial 7 + the local number.

Toll-free Calls
Dial 7 + 1 + Toll-free number.

Long Distance Calls
In order to make a long distance call from any campus telephone, you must provide your own calling card or pre-paid calling card.  Follow the instructions on your specific card.  Your calling card must have a toll-free access number in order to work.  Calling cards cannot be billed to Residence Hall telephone numbers. 

International Calls
In order to make an International call from any campus telephone, you must provide your own calling card or pre-paid calling card.  Follow the instructions on your specific card.  Your calling card must have a toll free access number in order to work.  Calling cards cannot be billed to Residence Hall telephone numbers. 

Directory Assistance
Directory assistance calls are considered long distance calls, and you will be required to use your own calling card or pre-paid calling card.  Your calling card must have a toll free access number in order to work.  These calls cannot be billed to Residence Hall telephone numbers.

Enhanced 911 Services
Rose-Hulman provides enhanced 911 services to all users of the campus telephone system.  This service enables the campus PBX (Private Branch Exchange) telephone switch to interact with a public 911 database maintained by the IAIT Department.  When a 911 call is placed from any campus telephone the ten-digit number is sent with the call to the Terre Haute Police Department and compared to the location database.  This service allows the Terre Haute Police Department to pinpoint your location for the responding agency.  At the same time, the Rose-Hulman Office of Public Safety is also notified of the caller's location.

Please do not hang up on the 911 operator if you have dialed by mistake, simply explain to the operator there is not an emergency.  This will save the Terre Haute Police Department Operators from having to call you back or dispatch an officer.

Call Pilot Voice Mail
Each Residence Hall room has one telephone line and voice mailbox that is shared by all roommates. The mailbox number is the phone's four-digit extension number. Initially, your programmed password is 33 plus your four-digit extension number. In order to secure your mailbox, this password must be changed by the students occupying the room. To access voice mail on-campus dial 8111 and then follow the voice prompts. Messages can be retrieved off-campus by dialing 877-8111. A stutter dial tone is heard as the handset is lifted, indicating you have messages waiting in your voice mailbox. See your packet for detailed information.

Voice Activated Attendant

The voice activated attendant may be reached by dialing 6000 on-campus or 872-6000 from off-campus.  After the voice activated attendant answers clearly state the name of the person or department that you would like to reach and it will transfer you to their extension.

Telephone Repairs, Voice Mail or Long Distance Calling Code Problems or Questions
Contact Help Desk (x8989)

CAREER SERVICES AND EMPLOYER RELATIONS
The Career Services Office assists students in obtaining part-time and summer employment as well as full-time employment upon graduation.

Through continuous contacts with business and industry and communications with Rose-Hulman personnel, information regarding part-time jobs on and off campus is maintained in these offices. Students seeking part-time employment, summer internships, or co-op experiences are encouraged to contact this office regarding such opportunities.

The Office of Career Services is located in the upper level of the Student Union Building.

GRADUATE SCHOOL PLACEMENT
For graduate school placement information the student is directed to his faculty advisor, department chairman, or the Director of Graduate Studies. Contact these staff members in the spring quarter of the junior year to be properly prepared. Dr. Dan Moore is the Associate Dean of Faculty in charge of Research and Graduate Studies. GRE, GMAT and LSAT information can be obtained from the Career Services Office.

IDENTIFICATION CARDS
All students are required to carry the Rose-Hulman identification card. When requested by public safety officers or other college officials, students must present this I.D. card.  The I.D. card must be presented to write a check at the bookstore. If a student loses an I.D. card, he/she should report it to the Office of Student Affairs. Replacement I.D.'s will be made at a cost of $10.00 at the Office of Student Affairs in the Hulman Union.

LOST AND FOUND
A lost and found service is maintained by Alpha Phi Omega service fraternity. For further information contact a member of Alpha Phi Omega or stop in their office on the lower level of Percopo Hall.

RELIGIOUS ACTIVITIES
Many religious organizations sponsor youth groups on the Rose-Hulman campus and in the Terre Haute community. These groups welcome your participation. For further information the student should contact the church or synagogue of his or her choice or visit the Office of Student Affairs.

Intervarsity Christian Fellowship holds Thursday evening chapter meetings at 7 p.m. in the Kahn Room, Hulman Union.

United Campus Ministries hosts a variety of activities at Rose-Hulman, including seminars, open discussions, and occasional evening worship services at White Chapel. UCM also hosts activities at its center and on the campuses of Indiana State, and Saint Mary of the Woods, all of which are open to Rose-Hulman students. For more information, refer to either the center's website (http://ucm.indstate.edu) or the description in the "Student Organizations: Special Interest" section.

CAMPUS LAKES
Swimming and fishing are permitted in the lakes on campus. However, you should never swim alone or go into deep water unless you are a good swimmer. The larger lake has depths of up to 15 feet and is fed by several cold water springs in the west end of the lake. As a safety precaution, no one is allowed in the lakes after dusk or before daylight. Skating during the winter season is permitted on the large or small lake but only after notification that the lakes are safe. The Office of Environmental Health and Safety will monitor the ice thickness on a daily basis during winter months (December – March), once the ice has reached an acceptable thickness, the Campus Community will be notified via email that it is safe to participate in ice related winter activities.  (Mass lakings or laking a person against the person's will are not permitted. Absolutely no horseplay is permitted in or around the lake areas.) Swimming is at your own risk. No lifeguards are on duty.

FIREARMS AND EXPLOSIVES
Firearms, ammunition pellet guns, or other explosives (including fireworks) are not permitted in the residence halls or on campus.

ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES

INSURANCE SERVICES
The Office of Risk Management provides domestic and international student health insurance coverage, as well as, insurance coverage while participating in school sponsored sports programs. Your first billing statement from the Student Financial Services Office will include a charge for fall quarter student health insurance. Each subsequent quarterly billing statement will include a similar charge unless you waive this coverage. If you have other health insurance and do not want this coverage, you must complete a student insurance waiver form by the applicable deadline, and return it to the Office of Risk Management. The student insurance waiver form will be included with the fall billing statement. This waiver applies to the entire school year. International students can not waive this coverage. Contact Susan Butts (ext. 8457 or via e-mail susan.e.butts@rose-hulman.edu). http://www.rose-hulman.edu/Users/groups/AdminSvcs/html/insurance/index.htm if you have any questions.

MAIL SERVICES

Incoming Mail
All incoming U.S. mail, Federal Express, DHL and UPS packages are processed and distributed to the individual mailboxes in the Mail Distribution Center (MDC) located in Moench Hall (Rm. EL-106) by 10 a.m. Monday through Friday. The hours of operation are 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Package notification occurs via e-mail. Students will need to present their ID and sign for their package at the window in the Mail Distribution Center, Room EL-106.
http://www.rose-hulman.edu/Users/groups/AdminSvcs/html/mail/index.htm

Campus Mail
All campus mail is deposited in the campus mail slot provided at the Mail Distribution Center in Moench Hall for distribution to individual mailboxes.

Outgoing Mail
All outgoing mail is handled in the Mail Processing Center (MPC) located in Moench Hall (Rm. DL-114). The hours of operation are 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. DHL, Federal Express and UPS package service pickup is 3:00 p.m.

Mail Pickup
U.S. mailboxes are placed near the Mailroom in Moench Hall and in the basement of the Hulman Union building. Pickup time is 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Special Mail Service
Priority, Express Mail, Certified Mail, Registered Mail, Insured Mail and Certificates of Mailing are available through the Mail Processing Center.

Fax Service
Fax service is available for student use at the Mail Processing Center. The cost is $1.00 per page for a U.S. fax and $1.50 for an international fax.  The Mail Processing Center fax number is 812-872-6400.

Address
Your address, including your campus mail number, should appear on all correspondence.

Example:
JOHN DOE CM 162
ROSE-HULMAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
5500 WABASH AVE
TERRE HAUTE, IN 47803-3999

Stamps
Stamps may be purchased at the Mail Processing Center in Moench Hall, DL114 or at the Bookstore in the Hulman Union building.

PRINTING SERVICES
The Printshop serves all students, faculty and staff. Hours are:

Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday, Closed

The Printshop is located in Moench Hall, Room EL-202. The following services are available: Duplex copying, color copying, transparencies, offset printing, stapling, laminating, collating, booklet making, spiral and thermal binding. Contact Jeff Schoonover (ext. 8355 or via e-mail jeff.schoonover@rose-hulman.edu).

HULMAN UNION

HULMAN MEMORIAL UNION
The Union Building is located on the north side of the campus lakes. The Vonderschmidt Dining Room has a beautiful view of the lakes with its floor to ceiling windows. All on-campus students dine in this facility. Other rooms include the Faculty Dining, Reading, Music, Heritage, Performing Arts, and the Robert and Louise Kahn Rooms. These facilities are available for use by individual students as well as recognized student organizations. Reservations for the use of the facilities for meetings, luncheons or dinners are made in the Union Office. Catering services are provided by ARAMARK Services. Student Affairs Offices, Health Services, Career Services, the Bookstore, Chauncey's and student organization offices are also located in the Hulman Union. Smoking is prohibited in the Union Building.

The closing time of the Union Building is 11 p.m.

CHAUNCEY'S
Plasma and large screen TVs are available in Chauncey's with cable and satellite service. You will also find pool tables, ping pong tables and a change machine for your use.  Chauncey's is located on the lower level of the Union Building on the South side. The free video/ DVD rental operation is also found in this area.

Hours are noon to 11 p.m. while classes are in session. Hours will be posted during finals weeks.

BOOKSTORE
The Rose-Hulman Bookstore is located in the lower level of the Hulman Union Building. The Bookstore has a complete selection of course books, school supplies, computer supplies, imprinted sportswear, gift items and much more. It provides services for the campus such as check cashing, special orders, gift certificates and postage stamps. The Bookstore strives to provide quality services and products at reasonable prices. The web site is www.rose-hulman.edu/bookstore.

The hours are:

Monday through Friday 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Saturday 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Sunday Closed
The bookstore is not open Saturdays during the summer or during academic breaks.

DINING SERVICE
All residence hall students must take their meals in the Vonderschmidt Dining Room in the Hulman Memorial Union.  First quarter freshmen are required to take the 18 meal plan.  After first quarter, all residence hall students have the option of purchasing the 18 or 12 meal plan.  Juniors and seniors may choose the 8+meal plan (which combines residential cafeteria meals and DB to spend in the Worx or Subway®). The 110/110 is a unique plan designed primarily for seniors residing on campus, and enrollment in this plan is limited.  The 110/110 and the 8+ meal plan are available to a limited number of students. Students who reside in the Apartment Style Hall may choose from any of the four traditional residential meal plans or the two meal plans designed for that hall (the 65/75 and the 80 meal plans).  Students should check with the Associate Dean of Students if they are interested in changing meal plans or finding out current meal plan costs.  Additional information regarding meal plan options may be found on the dining service’s website:  http://www.campusdish.com/en-US/CSMW/RoseHulman, by sending an email to dining@rose-hulman.edu, or by stopping by the Dining Service office in the Hulman Union.

Meal plan students are required to bring their meal plan identification (their Rose-Hulman I.D. cards) to each meal to gain access.  Students who have forgotten their pass will be required to return to their room to get it.  Meal hours are:

Discount meal passes may be purchased at the dining services office for non-Rose-Hulman guests of residential students.

Any comments on the dining service should be directed to the dining service manager or to your floor's Residence Hall Association representative.  Complete menus, hours of operation and upcoming special events may be found at the dining services web page at http://www.campusdish.com/en-US/CSMW/RoseHulman

REGULATIONS CONCERNING DINING SERVICE
Students are to exercise reasonable judgment while in the dining hall. Food is to be consumed in the dining hall and not removed from the dining hall. Students found taking food, silverware, dishes, condiments, or any other furnishings from the dining service line, the snack bar, or the dining hall, shall be dealt with through appropriate disciplinary channels.

Smoking is prohibited in the student dining room and the Hulman Memorial Union.
Classroom attire which includes a shirt, pants or shorts, and some type of footwear, is required at all meals.

WORX
There is a snack bar and entertainment area on the lower level of the Union which operates during the following hours:

A wide variety of sandwiches and snacks, along with freshly baked pizza, are served.  All meal plans’ Declining Balance (DB) is accepted in this location.  The Worx features a meal exchange Monday through Friday evenings from 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

SUBWAY
Rose-Hulman’s Subway restaurant is located in the new apartment style hall.  This operation is a franchised operation that serves all the same Subway menu items you’re familiar with.  All meal plans’ DB is accepted in this location and features a meal exchange weekday evenings from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.  The operating hours are:

Monday through Friday                                    10:30 a.m. –midnight
Saturday and Sunday                                        4 p.m. – midnight

C-STORE
The new apartment style hall also hosts the college’s convenience store.  This C-Store stocks a wide variety of food, beverage and laundry supplies.  Most meal plans’ DB is accepted in this location.  The operating hours are:

Monday through Friday                                  10:30 a.m. – 1 a.m.
Saturday                                                         2 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Sunday                                                           6 p.m. – 1 a.m.

HATFIELD HALL
Hatfield Hall is located on the east side of the front entrance to campus.  The building houses the Alumni Center, the offices of Development and External Affairs and a 602-seat auditorium.  The auditorium is a multipurpose facility whose sole purpose is to support the cultural and academic life at Rose-Hulman.  Hatfield Hall provides rehearsal and performance space to recognized student performing arts groups (bands, chorus and drama) and the Fine Arts Series.  The facility also supports presentations by Rose-Hulman academic and administrative departments.  Behind the stage are facilities that support student drama and music.  This includes a scene shop, dressing and practice rooms, storage areas, as well as a green room.  This state-of-the-art facility is made possible by a gift from Michael and Deborah Hatfield.  Michael is a Rose-Hulman alumnus who graduated in 1984.  The building is named in honor of his parents, Larry and Pat Hatfield.

FACILITIES OPERATIONS

ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SAFETY
This office provides support, training and oversees compliance activities pertaining to all applicable environmental, health, and safety regulations that affect the campus community. Contact Mike Howard (ext. 8124) or via e-mail (michael.howard@rose-hulman.edu). http://www.rose-hulman.edu/Users/groups/Facilities/HTML/Departments/safety/index.htm

Recycling
The Office of Environmental Health and Safety located in the Facilities Operations building encourages our students, faculty, and staff to recycle on a regular basis. Classrooms, offices and commons areas throughout campus are provided with recycle containers. We are part of a recycling coalition that is administered by Indiana State University. Their recycling center processes the ‘raw materials’ brought to their location for all recycling coalition members. Members of the Recycling Coalition include: Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, Indiana State University, Vigo County School Corporation, Pfizer, St. Mary-of-the-Woods, Sisters of Providence, City of Terre Haute, Vigo County Public Library, Ivy Tech, Hamilton Center, and Union Hospital Health Group.

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology recycles: Newsprint, Magazines, Cardboard, White Paper, Colored Paper, Aluminum Cans, Glass (clear/brown/green), Number 1 and Number 2 Plastics (soda/water/milk/juice bottles).

Members of the Rose-Hulman community are welcome to bring their recyclables from home. All recyclables must be bagged prior to placement in recycle containers. We have conveniently placed 96-gallon green containers in the following locations.

• Behind Logan Library
• N.E. Back Entrance to Moench Hall
• SRC
• Behind Hatfield Hall
• Behind Facilities Operations Building

If you have any questions concerning Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology’s Recycling Program, please contact Mike Howard, Manager – Environmental Health and Safety at (812)877-8124 or email at howard1@rose-hulman.edu

EVENT SERVICES
Please use the Set-Up and Event Request Form on the Facilities Operations Home Page to request the use of items needed for campus events. Items include tables and chairs, tents, grills, lecterns, waste containers, stages and risers, and electrical needs. Please do not use this form to request items needed immediately. If you need immediate assistance or have additional requests, please contact Julie Lunsford at 877-8114. 

For requests at the Hulman Union or the White Chapel, contact Donna Gustafson at 877-8275.

For requests at the Sports and Recreation Center, contact Matt Sinclair at 877-8031.

For requests at Hatfield Hall, contact Bunny Nash at 877-8875.

For Audio Visual Requests, contact David Stevenson at 877-8035.

VEHICLE RENTAL SERVICES
Please browse the Vehicle Rental portion of the Facilities Operations Home Page if you are interested in reserving a vehicle. To view vehicle specifications, visit the Vehicles Page. If you would like to request a vehicle, submit the Vehicle Request Form. Requesting a vehicle for a particular day does not assure your reservation. Please look for a confirmation e-mail. Rose-Hulman vehicles may be used only for school related activities. Only Rose-Hulman Faculty, Staff and Authorized Representatives of RHIT organizations may request vehicles. Drivers must be authorized by the school.

To check that you or your designated driver is authorized, visit the Authorized User's Page. If you or your designated driver is not listed as an Authorized Operator, please contact Susan Butts, Manager of Insurance and Risk Management, in Administrative Services for assistance. Susan can be reached at X8457.

Again, please note that submission of a request does not guarantee a reservation. Vehicles are scheduled on a first come, first served basis and will be confirmed with a confirmation email. If you need additional assistance, please call Julie Lunsford at 877-8114.

SPORTS AND RECREATION FACILITIES

THE MISSION OF THE ROSE-HULMAN DEPARTMENT OF ATHLETICS
The Rose-Hulman Department of Athletics, as part of an Institute committed to undergraduate engineering and science excellence, commits itself to the comprehensive development of the student. The interdependence of physical, emotional, moral, and intellectual aspects of personal growth requires both simultaneous and balanced focus. This objective does not imply that each facet of an individual's growth is of equal importance. It does require that Rose-Hulman provide the necessary encouragement and facilities for each person to develop according to his or her own interests and abilities, whether at the recreational, intercollegiate, intramural, or instructional level. In addition to physical development, the Rose-Hulman Department of Athletics promotes the principles of character development within the framework of an abiding and broadened commitment to community.

MEN'S ATHLETIC PROGRAMS

WOMEN'S ATHLETIC PROGRAMS

HEARTLAND COLLEGIATE ATHLETIC CONFERENCE
Member Schools:
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, Terre Haute, IN
Anderson University, Anderson , In.
Bluffton College, Bluffton, Oh.
Defiance College, Defiance, Oh.
Franklin College, Franklin, In.
Hanover College, Hanover, In.
Manchester College, North Manchester, In.
Mount St. Josephs College, Cincinnati, Oh.
Transylvania University, Lexington, Ky

PHILOSOPHY OF THE SPORTS AND RECREATION CENTER
The purpose of the Rose-Hulman Sports and Recreation Center (SRC) is to provide recreational, lifetime, and competitive sports activities as well as a convocation center for special events for Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology students, active and retired faculty and staff, Board Trustees, and alumni, as well as to enhance the sense of community on campus. The SRC has been designed for the students of Rose-Hulman to be the primary users, especially for leisure times, out-of-class activities, and athletic competition. The SRC staff will develop an atmosphere that promotes healthy interaction between various groups using the facility. Numerous sports-related programs will be developed for campus wide intramural activities, lifetime sports, clinics and workshops. The SRC will provide a comfortable atmosphere and serve as the host site for all indoor varsity sports and tournaments. Other constituent groups and programs may be hosted as long as the philosophy and purpose of the SRC or Rose-Hulman are not violated at any time.

POLICIES

1. Entrance Criteria

The Department of Recreational Sports and Athletic Facilities strives to provide quality recreational programs and facilities for members of the Rose-Hulman community. Participation eligibility differs among groups. Eligible groups are defined as the following.

All eligible groups are permitted to bring two non-eligible guests that are 16 years of age or older unless prior arrangements have been made through the Director for Recreational Sports and Athletic Facilities Office. Eligible users under the age of 18 ARE NOT PERMITTED TO BRING GUESTS. Eligible users must be with their guests at all times. Guests not with their host at any time will be asked to leave. All guests are required to complete a Recreational Facilities Waiver form. Guests under the age of 18 must have the form completed by their legal guardian.

Eligible Groups

• Students

• Faculty/Staff

• Rose-Hulman Retirees

• Alumni

• Board of Trustees

• Spouses of the Above

• Family Members (16 years of age or older)

• Adult Dependents
• Wabash Valley Board of Associates

Students, Faculty, Staff, Alumni, Rose-Hulman Retirees

All users simply need a valid Rose-Hulman ID card to gain access to the various athletic/recreation facilities on campus. For more information about obtaining this particular card, please contact the Office of Student Affairs (877- 8472).

Spouses

Spouses of all Rose-Hulman students, faculty, staff, retirees and alumni are eligible to use the athletic/recreation facilities by showing a Spouse ID card issued by the Office of Student Affairs. For more information about obtaining this particular card, please contact the Office of Student Affairs (877- 8472).

• In addition, to obtain a valid Rose-Hulman ID card, spouses must present proof of ID, unless accompanied by a Rose-Hulman student, faculty, staff, alumni or Rose-Hulman retiree. All spouses may come to the Office of Student Affairs 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., Monday through Friday to request this card.

Families

Rose-Hulman and the Department of Recreational Sports and Athletic Facilities recognize the importance of family recreation. The intention is for parents to recreate with, and provide supervision for, their children when using recreational facilities. Understanding and recognizing the importance of family use, it is essential that parents stay with their children at all times and avoid all varsity practice times and other Rose-Hulman events. No child under the age of 16 is permitted to use any cardiovascular equipment or the weight room.

Adult Dependents

Adult Dependents of all Rose-Hulman faculty, staff, students, retirees and alumni are eligible to use the athletic/recreation facilities simply by showing a Rose-Hulman Adult Dependent Card. Adult dependents can obtain such a card by doing the following:

• Students, faculty, staff, retirees, alumni or their spouses may request a Rose-
  Hulman Adult Dependent Card for their children who are 16 or older and are legal dependents. Children may not request cards on their own. Students, faculty  staff, retirees, alumni (or their spouses) must bring their valid Rose-Hulman ID and proof of dependency age to obtain an Adult Dependent ID. The dependent card allows an adult dependent to use the facilities without supervision of a parent.

• Who qualifies as a dependent?

An eligible dependent is a participant's:

•         Natural or legally adopted child (including a child placed with a participant
for adoption);

•         A child for whom the participant has legal guardianship or a stepchild that resides in the participant's household.

In addition, to qualify as a dependent, the participant must legally claim the child as a dependent for federal income purposes. The term "dependent" does not include any person who is on active duty as a member of the armed forces of any country. The limiting age is the end of the calendar year in which the dependent becomes 25.

Alumni, retirees, spouses and adult dependents are required to complete a RHIT Recreation Facilities Waiver form. Children under the age of 18 must have a legal guardian complete the Recreation Facilities Waiver form for them.

Completing the form will finalize the entrance process. Users will not be granted a user code or permitted to utilize any recreation facilities until the form is completed. The Recreation Facilities Wavier must be completed once a year. Guests of eligible user groups are required to complete the waiver form annually.

All eligible users must use the hand scanner at the front desk of the Sports and Recreation Center upon entering the building. All individuals using the Sports and Recreation Facility must show a valid Rose-Hulman ID and be entered into the hand scanner by a Recreational Sports and Athletic Facilities staff member in order to utilize the facilities. Use of the facility is not permitted until the process is complete. Violations will result in immediate removal from the facility.

The host must log each guest into the hand recognition system prior to using the facilities. Guests may not check out equipment. Equipment used by guests is the responsibility of the host. The Director for Recreational Sports and Athletic Facilities may set daily limits on the number of guests using the facility and may refuse admittance to any guest due to previous problems or prevailing circumstances.

Three Steps for Admission:

1. Obtain a valid Rose-Hulman ID through the Office of Student Affairs.

2. Register at the Front Desk of the SRC and obtain access to hand scanner.

3. Alumni, retirees, spouses and adult dependents ONLY must complete user information form and Recreation Facilities Waiver Form.

Family Members of Rose-Hulman students, faculty, staff, Board of Trustees and alumni:

A. Family members are defined as a spouse and dependent children age 18 and under, except in the case of a full-time college student taking a minimum of 12 college credit hours and extended family members.

B. The family members of faculty, staff, Board Trustees and alumni have the privilege of using the facility. However, the host must present a valid Rose-Hulman I.D. upon entering the facility.
Identification cards can be obtained through the Student Affairs Office.

C. Children under the age of 16 are not permitted to use the facility unless under the direct supervision of a Rose-Hulman host 16 years of age or older. There will be no exceptions.

D. Hours for family use of the SRC are the same as regular users.

Guests

A. Guests are allowed to use the SRC when accompanied by an eligible user (host). An eligible host is one of the following:

a. Active Faculty/Staff and Spouse/Dependents 16 years of age and older
b. Retired Faculty/Staff and Spouse/Dependent 16 years of age and older
c. Full-Time Rose-Hulman Student
d. Board of Trustees and Spouse

B. A guest is defined as an individual who is not a student, faculty, staff, board Trustee, or alumnus of Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology. All guests are the responsibility of their Rose-Hulman host at all times. Guests must be accompanied by their host at all times within the facility.

C. A host can bring a maximum of two guests upon each visit, unless previous authorization has been approved.

D. All guests must register at the front desk of the SRC upon entering the building. Use of the facility is not permitted until this is done. Violations will result in immediate removal from the facility.

E. The host must present a valid I.D. upon registering at the front desk.

F. Guests may not check out equipment. Equipment used by guests is the responsibility of the host.

G. The Facility Director may set daily limits on the number of guests using the facility and may refuse admittance to any guest due to previous problems or prevailing circumstances.

Reservations

A.   All courts are on first come, first served user basis for recreational use, except for sanctioned varsity events and individual reservations for tennis courts and racquetball courts.

B.   Reservations for the pool and indoor courts located in the fieldhouse can be made up to one year in advance for Varsity athletics, Intramurals, and Rose-Hulman groups. All reservations must be made by email, phone, or in person, and must be accompanied by written documentation concerning the reservation. All reservations will be confirmed via email.

C. Varsity athletic teams may not reserve court space or field space for team practices, work-outs or open-gym any time other than the NCAA sanctioned practice periods. Intramural teams may not reserve court space or field space for practices at any time.

D. Consecutive play for more than one 55 minute period is not permitted, except in the case of varsity athletic events and intramural competitions. Extensions on court use will be given. Please exit the reserved court promptly at the end of the reserved time in order to allow other to use the entire reservation time. In the case of reservation disagreement, the Facility Director or supervisor on duty will determine which party has priority.

Cancellations/No Shows

A court which is not claimed 10 minutes after the start of the reserved time will automatically be forfeited and given to the first individual that requests it.

FACILITY REGULATIONS

1. General

A. All faculty, staff, alumni, Board Trustees, and Rose-Hulman students have the privilege of using a locker for the days they utilize the facilities.

B. Permanent locker assignments for faculty and staff will be in the intramural locker rooms and faculty/staff locker room and can be made at the front desk of the SRC.

C. No smoking or chewing tobacco will be permitted within or around the SRC at any time.

D. No food, drinks, or chewing gum are permitted within the facility, beyond the main lobby located by the front desk. Consumption of food and drinks within the facility from vending operations during varsity athletic events and special occasions will be permitted.

E. All injuries are to be immediately reported to the SRC staff and Office of Public Safety.

F. Neither the SRC staff nor Rose-Hulman may be held liable for accidents or injuries due to use of the SRC or the equipment in the facility.

G. The Emergency telephone number is ext. 8590 for Office of Public Safety and 911 for Terre Haute Emergency.

H. The Facility Manager or Office of Public Safety may close the SRC at any time for health and safety concerns.

I. Equipment Use - Sports Equipment may be checked out at the SRC Front Desk. Users must show a valid I.D. card. All equipment must be returned the same day. The replacement cost of any item checked out and not returned or damaged will be charged to the user.

2. Courts

A. Individuals using the facility are required to wear tennis shoes or nonmarking shoes.

B. Individuals wearing street shoes are not permitted on any courts within the facility.

C. Individuals with bare feet are not allowed on any court areas.

D. All metal racquets must have rubber guards.

E. Eye guards are required at all times while playing racquetball. Eye guards are available at the front desk of the Sports and Recreation Center.

3. Pool/Diving Area

All pool policies have been developed in accordance with the Indiana State Department of Health Swimming and Wading Pool Codes 410 IAC 6-2.

A. Use of the pool is not permitted without a lifeguard present (410 IAC 6-2-11).

B. Entrance to the pool is permitted only through locker rooms. Doors located within the aquatic area are for emergency exiting only.
 
C. Horseplay, rough housing, profanity, spitting, or other inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated.

D. No food or drinks are permitted on the deck of the pool. Spectators watching varsity competitions or special events are permitted food and drinks in the viewing area only.

E. Balls, inner tubes, water wings, toys, inflatable supports, and artificial swimming aids are allowed in the pool only at the discretion of the lifeguard on duty.

F. Swimming suits must be worn in the pool. Clothing other than suits is not allowed.

G. Swimmers are responsible for providing their own towels.

H. No shoes other than flip-flops, swim shoes, or shower shoes are permitted.

I. Individuals with open sores or lacerations are not permitted to use the pool.

J. Only one person is permitted on the diving board at a time.

K. All dives or jumps must be straight off the end of the board.

L. Diving is not permitted until the previous diver clears the area.

M. Divers are required to swim to the nearest side after completing a dive.

N. All injuries should be reported to the lifeguard immediately.

O. The Sports and Recreation Center Staff is not responsible for injuries or accidents.

P. The lifeguard in charge has the right to dismiss individuals violating pool rules. Lifeguards on duty have the authority to prohibit diving.

Q. Emergency telephone numbers are located by the phone in the pool office.

R. If lightning is visible, the pool will close and reopen only when lightning is no longer present.

4. Athletic and Intramural Fields

A. Phil Brown Field, Jim Rendel Field, Art Nehf Field, and the Varsity Softball Field are for varsity athletics use only.

B. Intramural and recreation fields located east of the tennis courts and maintenance facility are for the general campus community use.

C. Intramural and recreation fields scheduling priority will be given to Intramural Sports. All other use is on a first come, first served basis.

5. Outdoor Tennis Courts

A. The Rose-Hulman Tennis Courts are for the use of Rose-Hulman students, faculty, staff, alumni and their families only.

B. Activities other than tennis are NOT permitted on the courts.

C. Skateboards, roller blades, or bicycles are NOT permitted.

D. Players are expected to observe all rules of tennis etiquette.
     • no profanity
     • no loud conversations
     • no chasing balls on the other courts while play is in progress
     • no walking behind courts while play is in progress
     • no throwing racquets

E. Uses of the tennis courts are on a first come basis. Special reservations can be made at the SRC front desk.

F. Varsity tennis schedules will be posted on the SRC web page.

G. Tennis shoes only. Black soled shoes or boots are not permitted.

H. The SRC Facility Manager must approve lessons and reservations.

6. Rifle Range

Access

A. Only the Rifle Team Coach and Director for Sports and Recreation Facilities shall have keys to the range full time.

B. The Rifle Team has scheduling priority for the Shooting Range.
 
C. The Rifle Team schedules will be available on the SRC web page.

D. No access will be given to the office or storage areas.

E. Individuals on the "Approved Individual" lists may check out the key from the SRC Director's office during normal operating hours. Range hours are the same as the SRC hours.

F. "Approved Individuals" are members of the Rifle Team as noted by the Team Coach and members of the RHIT Gun Club who have successfully completed a firearm safety course.

G. An "Approved Individual" list must be kept up to date by the Team Coach and Gun Club Treasurer.

H. All other RHIT individuals may check out the key from the SRC ONLY if an "Approved Individual" accompanies them or an "Approved Individual" is currently performing work-study duties in the range.

I. Non-RHIT groups may use the range on a restricted basis.
      • Outside groups must make reservations one week prior to use with
          the Facilities Manager.
      • An "Approved Individual" must accompany all non-RHIT groups.

J. All individuals must lock up the Shooting Range and return keys prior to SRC closing for the day.

K. Individuals who have been banned from the Shooting Range will NOT be allowed access for a period to be determined by the Team Coach and the Facilities Manager.

Rules

A. Only .22 caliber rifle or weaker ammunition is permitted for firing on the range.

B. Only soft lead or lead alloy ammunition is permitted on the range.

C. The use of hollow point, fragmenting, incendiary or tracer ammunition is STRICTLY prohibited.

D. Eye protection is required.

E. Hearing protection is required at all times, except when only air guns are being used.

F. The ventilation system should be ON at all times, except when only air guns are being used.

G. All individuals should police their brass and any other trash and deposit it in the appropriate containers prior to locking up.

H. The ventilation system and lights should be turned off and the heat turned down prior to locking up the range.

I. An "Approved Individual" shall act as the Range Officer (RO).

J. The following safety rules will be observed and enforced by the RO at all times:

• Bolts or actions will be open and chambers will be empty during all firearms handling behind the firing line.
• All firearms will be pointed up or down range at all times.
• Firearms will be loaded only when the shooter is ready to fire.
• All firing must be done at least 20 feet from the targets.
• No individual will fire until the RO has given a clear command to do so.
• Rapid fire shooting is prohibited except during a sanctioned NRA or USAS match.
• From the hip shooting is prohibited.
• All bolts or actions will be open and chambers will be empty if anyone is in front of the firing line or a "Cease Fire" has been called by anyone.
• Anyone will call "Cease Fire" if they observe any safety violation, if they encounter backsplatter or if they see smoke or sparks where the bullets impact.

K. The RO will remove or ban from the range all safety violators or those who abuse range facilities or equipment. In such cases, the RO should notify the Facilities Manager ASAP.

HEALTH & SAFETY
Every participant is responsible for their individual health and safety. All students who desire to participate in the vigorous sports of the intramurals program should, for their own protection, have a physical examination within the year.
Rose-Hulman, the SRC Director, or the Director of Intramurals are not responsible for injuries as a result of intramural or recreational accidents.
In case of injury, seek care in Health Services. All injuries should be reported IMMEDIATELY.

INTRAMURAL ATHLETICS
The philosophy that fair play is essential to the conduct of every contest is an essential part of the intramural program. Several policies and guidelines have been established to encourage and ensure proper conduct and fairness of opportunity for all. Intramural sports programs are available to all current students, faculty, and staff, regardless of ability. Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to participate within the limits of their abilities.

INTRAMURAL RULES

ELIGIBILITY

All students of Rose-Hulman shall be eligible to enter any sport as follows:

1. An entry fee of $10.00 per team is required to participate in league competition. If a team completes the season without forfeiting a contest the entry fee will be returned. One forfeit during the season will result in a $5.00 fine, or one-half the entry fee. Two forfeits during the season will result in the loss of the entry fee. The money would be put back into the intramural program.
2. A student may play for two teams in the same sport when at least three leagues (levels of play) are offered. However, he or she may only play one level above or below in that sport. For example: a player may play on a D level basketball team and a C level basketball team or a B level volleyball team and an A level volleyball team. But he or she may not play on a C level basketball team and an A level basketball team or a C level volleyball team and an A level volleyball team. When only two leagues are offered a student may not play on more than one team. These guidelines are subject to change, depending on the sport.

3. Teams may add players to their rosters up through the second to last game of the regular season.  Rosters are established throughout the season and do not have to be turned in prior to the first game.

4. Prior to each game or contest, players must present their Rose-Hulman student,
   staff or faculty identification card so they may be signed in on the scorecard.
   Only the names of those players present will be placed on the scorecard. This
   helps insure that only Rose-Hulman students, faculty or staff are participating in
   the Intramural Program. This service is not offered to any off campus person or
   group.
5. Any team using an ineligible player shall forfeit the games in which the ineligible
   player participated. Intramural workers will check the identification cards prior to
   the game or contest, to insure player's eligibility.
6. An Intercollegiate athlete who was on an athletic team roster may not participate
   in the "like" sport for that academic year. Example: A baseball player who is on
   the fall roster may not play I.M. softball the following spring. Intercollegiate
   athletes are welcome to play/participate in all other I.M. sports.
7. An individual and/or team may be barred from intramural participation at any
   time by the Intramural Director.
8. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited at all intramural events. Any individual or
   team violating this rule can be barred from all I.M. activities for one year.
9. The use of profanity directed at an opponent, official, or spectator will not be
   allowed. Violators can be expelled from the contest.

PROTESTS

1. The Intramural Protest Board shall be the Intramural Director, Graduate
   Assistants for Intramural Sports and the Intramural Council. This Board shall rule
   on all protests.
2. The Intramural Director shall rule on all questions of eligibility.
3. Contests in which a protest is sustained by the Protest Board shall be replayed from the time the protest occurred.
4. There will be no protest concerning the judgment of the official.
5. Protests should be made first to the Intramural Director. All protests must be
   made in writing and received by the Intramural Director within 24 hours after the
   contest was played. Describe the nature of protest, the teams involved, date
   played and the name of the officials. No consideration will be given to a protest
   that has not followed this procedure.

FORFEITS

A team or individual shall forfeit any contest for the following reasons:

1. Failure to appear and be "ready to play" at the appointed place and scheduled time for a contest. The official in charge may declare the contest forfeited to the team or contestants ready to play. (The officials should give notification that it is time to play and then that the game is forfeited.) "Ready-to-play" means a team must be on the playing area with the required number of players for that sport. Any team or individual leaving the field of play before a contest is completed or called by the official will lose by forfeit.
2. Any team that forfeits two games will be dropped from the remainder of the schedule. (Subject to change.)
3. Teams that postpone games or agree to a forfeiture without securing consent from the Intramural Office are both liable to a penalty of a forfeit.
4. Individual tournament matches not completed (with the score sheet reported to the Intramural Office before the given match deadline) will count as a forfeit for the individuals involved. Individual tournament matches played but not reported before the given match deadline will count as a loss for the individuals involved.

RESIDENCE LIFE

PHILOSOPHY OF RESIDENCE HALL LIVING
The residence halls of Rose-Hulman play a very important part in a student's life while on campus. The students in these halls develop much of their perception of Rose-Hulman through their time spent in residence halls.

The residence hall staff believes quite strongly in the social, emotional, and educational growth that is developed through interaction with other students and through various educational programs provided by the staff.

The residence halls at Rose-Hulman are truly an extension of the college classroom and provide the student an opportunity to participate in community development experiences and to develop human relation skills.

RESIDENCE HALL STAFF - 2006-2007
 

RESIDENCE HALL GOVERNMENT
RESIDENCE HALL ASSOCIATION (RHA)
All residence hall students are potential members of the Residence Hall Association. RHA meets weekly in the Worx (lower level of Hulman Union) and its major purpose is to provide a means of improving residence life in all areas. Each residence hall student pays $15.00/quarter (included in your bill) to RHA for its use in achieving this purpose.

INDIVIDUAL HALL GOVERNMENT
Each residence hall floor should elect two representatives to RHA. This does not exclude other members of the floor from membership in RHA. All residence hall students may attend RHA and participate as voting members.

RESIDENCE HALL POLICY
GENERAL POLICIES
It is important for resident students on campus to become familiar with all Institute policies. While the Institute has few policies governing behavior in the residence halls, these policies are enforced by the Office of Student Affairs staff.

All resident students are responsible for the care of their assigned room in the halls, for their personal conduct, and for the conduct of their guests therein.

Resident students should understand that the Institute does not condone and will not permit behavior in these residences which is in conflict with stated policy or which could create situations which might conflict with their academic endeavors as students (e.g., cohabitation and unlawful drug use are not permitted in any residence hall).

Guests are not permitted to stay in student rooms in the residence halls without the prior approval of the Associate Dean of Students or the Vice President for Student Affairs.

ROOM INSPECTION
The Institute reserves the right to inspect any student room for damages or suspected illegal activity. The Institute also reserves the right to inspect residence hall quarters if reasonable cause exists to indicate that violations of stated policies have occurred. Generally, such inspection will occur in the presence of the occupant(s) of these quarters. However, if the suspected violation is considered to be of such a serious nature as to require immediate action when the occupant(s) is/are not present, inspection could still occur.

Such inspections can only occur at the discretion of and under the authority of the Vice President of Student Affairs and/or the Associate Dean of Students.

REQUIRED FRESHMAN RESIDENCE
Unless commuting from home, all freshmen are required to live on campus. Easier availability and access to facilities, fewer distractions, and living with others who share common academic endeavors are primary reasons for this requirement of freshman residence.

In short, the Institute feels that it is educationally sound practice to require students new to the campus to live in residence halls.

SMOKING IN THE RESIDENCE HALLS & STUDENT UNION
Smoking is prohibited in Hulman Union Building, the residence halls, and the area directly outside the external doorways.

VISITATION POLICY

A. Freshman Residence Halls - Fall Quarter
Visitation by members of the opposite sex shall be permissible in student rooms of the freshman residence halls between the hours of 8 a.m. to 12 a.m. Sunday through Thursday and 8 a.m. to 2 a.m. Friday and Saturday during the Fall Quarter, provided that each resident is personally responsible for a proper atmosphere prevailing in the visitation area during visitation hours.

B. Freshman Residence Halls - Winter & Spring Quarters

All freshman floors, which will be defined as any floor that consists of a majority of freshmen, shall have the privilege of determining their own "weekend" visitation policies for winter and spring quarter from the following list:

A. Sunday through Thursday
12 p.m.-10 p.m.
Friday and Saturday
Noon - 2 a.m.

B. Sunday through Thursday
9 a.m. - 12 a.m.
Friday and Saturday
9 a.m. - 2 a.m.

C. Monday through Thursday
8 a.m. - 2 a.m.
Friday
through 2 a.m. Monday

Implementation of Option C permits 24-hour visitation rights, but under no circumstances does it allow cohabitation.

C. Upperclass Residence Halls

All upperclass floors, which will be defined as any floor that consists of a majority of upperclassmen, shall have the privilege of determining their own visitation policy from the following options:

A. Sunday through Thursday
12 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Friday and Saturday
12 noon - 2 a.m.

B. Sunday through Thursday
9 a.m. - 12 a.m.
Friday and Saturday
9 a.m. - 2 a.m.

C. Monday through Thursday
8 a.m. - 2 a.m.
8 a.m. Friday
through 2 a.m. Monday

Implementation of Option C permits 24-hour visitation rights, but under no circumstances does it allow cohabitation.

PROCEDURE FOR DETERMINING VISITATION OPTION
A 2/3 majority vote by a floor shall determine which policy that floor will incorporate. If a 2/3 majority is not reached on the first ballot, then a second and final vote must be taken within 48 hours. If this 2/3 majority is still not reached, then all votes for provision C shall be included with the votes for provision B. If the 2/3 majority is still not obtained, then provision A shall be instituted on that floor.

OTHER ITEMS PERTAINING TO VISITATION

Visitors are permitted on campus and in the residence hall lounges (mainly first floor lobbies only) on a 24-hour a day basis. However, students are always personally responsible for their own behavior as well as the behavior of their guests.

A residence hall floor always has the option of selecting visitation hours which are more limiting than those offered.

Failure to conform to the above rules could mean a loss of visitation privilege for the person or persons involved; repeated violation could result in eviction from the residence hall or dismissal from the Institute.

POLICY ON HALL AND FLOOR PARTIES
The Associate Dean of Students should always be made aware of the occurrence of hall parties. Residence Hall Association funds can only be obtained if residents of a hall attend an RHA meeting and report a planned hall party.

The policy on alcoholic beverages is in effect during hall parties and the students of a hall should regulate their behavior accordingly during the hall parties. No alcoholic beverages are permitted in the lobbies and corridors at any time.

ADDITIONAL RULES AND REGULATIONS AFFECTING RESIDENCE HALL STUDENTS ARE FOUND UNDER RULES OF CONDUCT AND DISCIPLINE.

RESIDENCE HALL INFORMATION
PUBLIC AREAS OF THE HALL
Each and every resident is responsible for the care of all public areas within the hall in which the resident lives. This includes the restrooms, hallways, and lounges. Residents of the hall may be held financially responsible for damages to the public areas of their respective hall.

QUIET HOURS
Quiet Hours will be established on each residence hall floor. Quiet hour guidelines will include the following items:

1. Times during which all noise (stereos, horseplay, etc.) should be kept to a minimum on school nights (Sunday-Thursday).

2. Methods of keeping noise to a minimum (doors shut after a certain time, head phones, etc.).

3. How the policy will be enforced.