Weapons

The Office of Safety and Security enforces all federal, state, local statutes and University regulations pertaining to the possession and/or use of firearms, ammunitions, explosive devices, fireworks, or other potentially lethal weapons. All these items are strictly prohibited in the residence halls and in all other alternative housing units. Any violations of these statutes and regulations may result in disciplinary action as well as criminal prosecution.

What is a considered a weapon or explosive?

• Any firearm or device such as a handgun, rifle, shotgun, pistol or blowgun that can launch a projectile.
• Blades over three inches long or any sharp edged item that is used with the intent to threaten or do bodily harm.
• Blunt objects fashioned to cause injury or bodily harm or any blunt object used with intent to threaten or do bodily harm.
• ANY item used with the intent to threaten or do bodily harm.
• Explosives are any device designed to explode, either timed or fused, that would cause serious damage or bodily harm.
• All fireworks are covered under this policy including sparklers.