Each resident can help keep the residence complexes safe and secure by following some simple precautions.

Babysitting - The University does not allow babysitting in the Residence Complexes. This is for the safety of the children, the liability of the university and the protection of other resident’s right to a peaceful environment that is conducive to study.

Bicycles - Students are responsible for the safety of their bicycle. Bicycles must be locked on provided bike racks in Hurt and Watters and by designated stairwells in Watters and McAfee. Bikes are not to be kept on porches or in rooms.

Candles - Any candle, incense or open flame is prohibited because of fire potential.

Electrical Appliances - Appliances should be no more than 1000 watts, must be U.L. approved and properly maintained. Toaster ovens, hot-plates, sun-lamps and halogen lamps are prohibited because of fire potential.

Electrical Cords and Outlets - Do not use multi-plug covers, cords or other splitters to increase the number of appliances. An acceptable solution is a multi-plug "power strip" with an internal fuse.

Fire / Tornado - Fire/Tornado/Emergency regulations are posted in each apartment. Removal of these are against city fire codes and will result in a $25 fine. Fire extinguishers are in each apartment. They are to be discharged only in an emergency. If the fire alarm or tornado warning and "all call" is sounded, residents must follow the emergency procedures posted in the apartment living room. If you need assistance call your R.A. or Director. An interrupted siren indicates fire, a continuous siren indicates tornado.

Gates in the Residence Complexes - Students are not to prop open, jump or climb on or vandalize these gates. They are there for the safety of the residents of that complex.

Grills - Fire regulations state that while in use, grills must be at least 25 feet from any building. Only the grassy area in the middle of McAfee, or the Class of 2000 Pavilion, between Hurt and Watters, may be used for cooking out.

Keys - All suitemates are mutually responsible for keeping room doors locked, locks functioning, windows locked, and keys under control for the security of persons and property. Report any problem with your key or lock immediately. Do not loan out your keys, tamper with the lock, or prop door open or hide keys.

Personal Property Insurance - Union University does not provide insurance coverage for individual students. Therefore, students should obtain through agents of their choice, personal property in his or her room.

Smoking - Use of tobacco (in any form) is prohibited in all of the Residence Complexes. Union University is a smoke-free campus.

Solicitation - All solicitation of commercial, social or charitable organizations is prohibited. This is for the protection of all residents. Any reports of solicitation should be reported to the Residence Life Staff or the Office of Safety and Security. Parties of this nature are not to be held in apartments or on campus.

Strangers - Know the residents in your building, be part of the "neighborhood watch" within the residence complexes. Report suspicious/unusual people to the Residence Life Staff or  Safety and Security.

Thefts - All suspected thefts should be reported to the Office of Safety and Security and an incident report filed. Students should be aware of the whereabouts of their keys, backpacks and other valuables.

Window Screens - These serve two purposes, as a deterrent to unwanted insects, and as a safety precaution. These are not to be removed.

Windows-Windows should be kept locked at all times when the resident of that room is not present. Hanging out or climbing out or into windows is not allowed. Federal Safety Regulations prohibit this activity, therefore Union University complies to these standards. Moving in/out through windows is prohibited.