The Illegal or Unauthorized Entry/Access Standard prohibits students from entering or accessing areas of Campus Housing that are restricted or designated as off-limits unless accompanied by a Campus Housing staff member. This includes entering through unauthorized entrances or allowing unauthorized access to individual rooms.

Summary of Expectations:

• Students are prohibited from entering unauthorized areas without being accompanied by Campus Housing staff.
  • o This includes restricted zones like mechanical rooms, rooftops, locked basements, or areas marked “staff only.”
• Entering Campus Housing, or aiding others in entering Campus Housing through non-designated entrances or exits is not allowed, except during emergencies or fire alarms.
• Students must not enter another student’s assigned room without their explicit permission.
• Students are not permitted to allow unregistered guests to enter Campus Housing.
• Propping external doors to allow unrestricted access is prohibited.

This policy is in place to ensure the safety and security of all individuals within the NSCC Campus Housing community. By respecting restricted areas and access procedures, students contribute to a safe, controlled environment for everyone.

Examples of Breaches Illegal or unauthorized entry/access

The following are examples of violations that may occur in Campus Housing. Please note that these examples are fictitious and have been created by NSCC Housing & Student Life staff as hypotheticals, based on years of experience working in housing. They are not reflective of current student violations. Responses to violations may vary depending on the specific circumstances, including the severity of behavior, the impact on others, and any prior violations. The details of each situation will be carefully considered before determining the appropriate action.

• A student is asked by a friend to let them into a building after hours. The student, not realizing the importance of following access protocols, props a door open for their friend to enter through a non-designated entrance. The security staff observes the action and reminds the student of the policy against allowing unauthorized access. The student acknowledges their mistake, and no harm or significant disruption is caused. (Level 1 Violation)
• Students in and out without main door locked; Actions that endanger the safety and security of an individual or others in campus housing. (Level 2 Violation)
• A student is discovered behind the front desk of Campus Housing without proper authorization and without housing or security staff present. The student had entered a restricted area and attempted to access confidential or sensitive materials, which are not intended for student access. This is a serious compromise posing to the safety and security of the campus housing community. By accessing restricted areas without permission, the student has not only violated security protocols but also created a potential threat to the integrity and safety of all individuals within the community. (Level 3 Violation)