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Community Living Standards: University Residence Policies-Common Area Usage

Cornell University

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Policies on Tolerance, Respect, and Civility
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May 1, 2026

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Behavior in common areas may not cause a material and substantial disruption. Disruptive conduct and that which violates university policies, including Cornell Policy 6.4: Prohibited Bias, Discrimination, Harassment, and Sexual and Related Misconduct, is not acceptable. Residents are encouraged to exercise good judgment and demonstrate consideration of others when using common areas.

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