Excessive Noise Policy

Summary of Policy

Noise which interferes with classes, College offices, and other campus and community activities is prohibited.

Affected Parties

All Groups, All Students

Policy Statement

Noise which interferes with classes, College offices, and other campus and community activities is prohibited. In particular, students should note that Dartmouth Residential Life prohibits placing speakers in the windows of residential facilities, including spaces associated with student organizations, such as LLCs, Affinity Spaces, Fraternities, Sororities, and Societies, with the sound directed outside, or operating any other device which unduly disturbs the peace of the residential community. 

Ramifications

The first violation of this rule will result in a warning; the second violation will result in an automatic fine of $20. Continued violation of this rule may subject an individual or recognized organization to further disciplinary action.

Policy ID

021-0001

Effective Date

January 1, 2016

Last Revised Date

February 1, 2021

Division

Office of the Provost

Office of Primary Responsibility

Division of Student Affairs

Office(s) of Secondary Responsibility

Office of Residential Life

Last Reviewed Date

May 4, 2023

Next Review Date

2028

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