Community Living

Members of a college residence community bond through common habitation, and the objective is to further one’s education. A community environment is first and foremost the interaction of individuals, and the root of developing community is the individual student’s interaction with others. This living-learning community complements classroom learning and provides for holistic student development. Wartburg recognizes that its students are adults and must assume responsibility for their behavior. Mutual respect and consideration, coupled with an awareness and sensitivity to the needs of others, shape the standards for group living. Behavior that infringes on the rights of others or violates the standards of the college will be handled in an educational and developmental manner.

The following suggestions may help you adjust to living in the Wartburg College residence hall system:

• Try to get to know everyone on your floor/building.
• Be open — ask, listen, and discuss with other members on your floor.
• Treat others as your equals. Don’t give orders, make unreasonable demands, or expect favors.
• Respect others’ right to privacy. Don’t pry into private affairs.
• Be sensitive to other people’s moods.
• Remember that enjoyment of life in the residence hall will depend, to a large extent, on the consideration that you and other students demonstrate for each other.

Roommates play an integral part in your college experience. Communication is significant as you share a living space for relaxing, studying, entertaining, and sleeping. For the most effective and enjoyable use of your room, it is important that you and your roommate(s) work together to find mutually agreeable solutions when conflicts arise. Living with others requires some give and take on everyone’s part, but the lasting friendships and memorable experiences will be appreciated long after you leave Wartburg.

Student RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Consider others’ right to read and study free from undue interference in their room. Unreasonable noise and other distractions inhibit the exercise of this right.
• Consider others’ right to sleep without undue disturbance from noise, guests of a roommate, etc.
• Consider others’ right to expect that a roommate and others will respect personal belongings.
• Consider others’ right to live in a clean environment.
• Consider others’ right to free access to their room and facilities without pressure from a roommate or others.
• Consider others’ right to privacy.
• Consider others’ right to host guests, with the exception that guests are to respect the rights of the host’s roommate or other hall residents.
• Consider others’ right for redress of grievances. Residence hall staff members are available for assistance.
• Consider others’ right to be free from fear of intimidation or physical and/or emotional harm.
• Consider others’ right to be free from peer pressure or ridicule regarding their personal choices.
• Consider others in the care of the building and common.

General Information

PHONE NUMBERS:
Information Desk, 319-352-8200 
ITS Help Line, 319-352-8767
Student Life Office, 319-352-8745
Residential Life, 319-352-8260
Security, 319-352-8372 or 319-352-9999
Admissions, 319-352-8264
Counseling Center, 319-352-8596
Noah Campus Health Clinic, 319-352-8437

Residence Hall Offices and Staff

The residence hall offices are utilized by the RAs during duty hours each evening.Each office has a variety of equipment and recreational supplies for residents to use, such as vacuums, kitchen utensils, tools, and games.

• Slife Office — serving Slife, Vollmer, Hebron, Grossmann, Lohe, and The Residence (inside the courtyard entrance to Slife).
• Clinton Office — serving Clinton, Founders, the Manors, and Knights Village. Located in Clinton Hall, first floor, north of the main lounge near the main east entrance.

RESIDENT ASSISTANT (RA)
Each floor/house has a returning student who lives with the residents, provides leadership and information, and assists the residents in creating an environment conducive to group living. The RA is responsible for articulating and enforcing college policies and procedures. The RA is trained to handle crisis situations, make appropriate referrals, and provide social and educational opportunities in the hall.

AREA COORDINATOR (AC)

The AC is a professional member of the residential life staff who lives in and administrates the residence hall, supervises the RAs, and is available to all residents. The ACs work together to create and implement a comprehensive residential life program that includes the development of the RA staff, coordinating the programming efforts of the hall councils and Residential Life staff, and maintaining an environment that complements the learning that occurs in the classroom.

DIRECTOR OF RESIDENTIAL LIFE
The director supervises the residential life staff and coordinates the development of policies, programs, and services. Students are welcome to meet with the director to voice concerns and offer ideas for improvement and change.

MAINTENANCE STAFF 
Each hall/area has its own custodial team, supervised by Maintenance. Custodians are responsible for cleaning the bathrooms, hallways, and other common areas. Maintenance is also responsible for general upkeep and repairs of living spaces and common areas. If room or common space repairs are needed, please contact the maintenance staff in your building by completing work request form online on InfoCenter. Maintenance staff greatly appreciate residents’ cooperation in accommodating their daily cleaning routine. Residents are asked to be considerate of their custodians, as well as other residents, in keeping their shared living space clean and pleasant.

Residence Hall Services

FACILITIES
Each hall/area provides study lounges, recreation areas with cable TV and vending machines, kitchen facilities, and laundry rooms.

MAINTENANCE
Routine repair and replacement work should be requested on InfoCenter. Call your RA or Security for maintenance emergencies on your floor. The RA or Security will coordinate the appropriate response.

STORAGE
No storage of personal belongings is available in the residence halls. If storage is needed, the resident must make other arrangements. College furniture provided in your assigned room must remain in the room throughout the duration of your stay. Removal of college furniture at any time is a violation of the Student Code of Conduct. 

ROOM FURNISHINGS
The college supplies a bed, desk and chair, dresser, closet, shades or blinds and window screens, and closet. In addition, the some Manors, Founders, Knights Village, The Residence, Löhe Hall, and Grossmann Hall are furnished with carpet. The college’s furnishings must remain in the room at all times. The college does not allow the use of furniture in any way other than its original design and intent. If alterations are made, the college will not take responsibility for the student’s safety.

HOUSING REQUIREMENT
All full-time students must live on campus. Criteria that is heavily considered include the student being married, having dependents, living with a parent or legal guardian within 30 miles of the campus, and being 23 years old by Sept. 1. Other considered criteria include students who will have 4Y status and an anticipated graduation date of the year they are applying with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above. Applications submitted without meeting any of the aforementioned criteria are reviewed but rarely approved. Students who move off campus without permission will continue to be charged for campus room and board.

ROOM CONDITION REPORTING

Room condition reports should be completed by the students when they move into their room. Students should walk around their room and any applicable shared space, noting any damage in the appropriate sections. Responses to this form will be used at the end of the year to assess any damage that may have taken place in the room during the student's occupancy. If damage is present before moving into the room and it is not recorded, students may be liable to for any associated fees. 

ROOM CHANGES
Students may request a room change after the first week of Fall Term. All room changes are done on a space-available basis. Room changes cannot take place prior to permission from your Area Coordinator. All students who change rooms without permission will be charged $25 for improper check-out and may be required to return to their previous room. 

ROOM OPENINGS
A student contracts for a space, not a specific room. The Residential Life Office reserves the right to assign or reassign students. If, during any term, circumstances result in a student being in a room not fully occupied, the student must assume the responsibility of locating a roommate. The Residential Life Office will assist the student. If a roommate is not located within two weeks of when the under-occupancy began, the Residential Life Office may (1) charge the student the single room rate, (2) move the student to another room, or (3) move someone into the open space. Room change requests must be directed to the appropriate staff member. In all cases, final determination of room assignment rests with the College.

SINGLE ROOMS
Students occupying single rooms will pay a 30 percent surcharge of the regular room rate. Students occupying double rooms that are used as a single room for the term will pay a 40 percent surcharge of the regular rate. When the single room is requested, the single-room rate will be charged from the date the student begins occupying the room as a single. A student occupying a single room in a Knights Village apartment will be assessed a 25 percent surcharge of the apartment double-room rate. 

OFF CAMPUS RELEASE

Wartburg College is a residential campus because of the holistic approach to education that the college takes. A great deal of learning occurs outside of the classroom. Experiencing and interacting with others different than you in the halls, living in an environment connected to academic excellence, and being a part of programs and activities are essential components to a Wartburg education. As a residential campus, the philosophy and expectation is that all students will live on campus for the duration of their academic careers. 

Students interested in living off campus for any portion of the school year must apply for permission. Application details are available on the Residential Life website. Deadlines posted on the application are in effect and students who apply by the deadline will be considered for approval prior to those applying after the posted deadline. Off-campus approval is never guaranteed; permission will be granted based on the criteria listed in the Housing Requirement section. Appeals must be submitted in writing and will be returned to the student within three business days. The number of off-campus students is limited by the college’s commitment to provide a residential environment. 

The Residence: The underlying philosophy of The Residence is that of service-learning environments in which residents come together as a community of scholars and servers to live within a framework that provides for both personal and social awareness. These halls are dedicated to service and interest-based educational topics. Acceptance into The Residence is through an application and presentation process. Groups are chosen annually, on the basis of their proposals, by a committee made up of students, faculty, and administrators.

BREAK HOUSING
The residence halls close and are generally not available for occupancy during breaks. When leaving for vacations, students must close and lock windows, unplug electrical appliances, shut off lights, and lock the room door. It is important to note that during breaks, room inspections by Residential Life staff will verify that room vacancy procedures have been followed. Students will be notified of these inspections beforehand. Any policy violations may result in referrals to the student conduct process.

During Fall Break, Thanksgiving Break (if less than the full week), and Easter Break (if less than the full week), the residence halls will not close. There is no additional charge for staying during these break periods. 

Students may request permission from the Residential Life Office to stay on campus during Semester, Winter Term, and Tour Week breaks. If permission is granted, they will be allowed to stay on campus, generally in their permanent location. In rare instances, students may have to temporarily relocate to more heavily populated residence halls as a safety precaution. Additional room charges will be applied during these breaks.

Break housing during Christmas, Winter, and Tour Week breaks costs $25 per day unless a student meets one of the criteria below:

• The student lives more than 500 miles from campus.
• The student is required to stay for academic reasons — verified by instructor or academic adviser.
• The student is required to stay for a campus activity — verified by coach or adviser.
• The student must work on campus — verified by supervisor.

ROOM ENTRY
Wartburg recognizes students’ rights to privacy in their rooms. However, the college reserves the right to authorize entry of a student’s room under the following circumstances:

• When permission has been granted by the occupant(s).
• When maintenance requested by the occupant(s) or college personnel is being performed.
• For routine inspections of rooms for safety, health, and general upkeep purposes upon institutional initiative and preceded by 24 hours written or posted notice to occupant(s).
• When there is perceived imminent danger to the safety, health, or property of occupant(s) or to institutional property.
• If there is reasonable cause to believe that a student(s) is using their room for a purpose in violation of federal, state, or local laws or college regulations. “Reasonable cause” is defined as facts and circumstances sufficiently strong to warrant a reasonable person to believe beyond mere suspicion that the room is being used for such a purpose.
• During break closures, to verify if the break closure requests of all students leaving the halls has been followed accordingly, such as refrigerators being unplugged and windows being locked. Any policy violations noted during these inspections may result in referrals to the student conduct process.

The following procedures are designed to augment the college’s existing policy on “The Right to Privacy.” These procedures do not nullify the existing policy; they are designed to provide guidelines if and when the need to search a student’s room should arise.
To implement the aforementioned policy, the following procedures will be complied with:

• Involuntary residence hall room searches, except those conducted by the police with a legally obtained search warrant, must be approved by the Director of Residential Life, the Director of Campus Safety and Security, or the Dean of Students. Voluntary room searches apply only to that portion of the room the student giving search authorization has control over. Only area coordinators and Campus Security, with a witness, may conduct a voluntary search, but they may include RAs as witnesses.
• All room searches, other than those performed by police officers, will be carried out by the college staff. When staff members feel such “reasonable cause” exists, permission to search can be granted by the Director or Deputy Director of Security, Director of Residential Life, or Dean of Students.
  If, at any time in the judgment of the staff, the circumstances based upon the above statement of “reasonable cause” warrant immediate entry to the student’s room, the area coordinator may approve the search. After such an occurrence, the area coordinator should contact the vice president for student life as soon as possible.
• Before a search is conducted, the occupant(s) should be: given the reason for the search and material to be seized and informed that any material found may be used in a judicial hearing, in a court of law, or both. If the occupant(s) is not present, the searchers may use their discretion, depending on the urgency of the situation, in determining whether to enter the room.
• If, in the process of searching for specified material, the searchers should uncover other material indicating illegal activity or violation of college regulations, the material should also be seized. Once the specified material has been found, all search activity shall cease.

When the search is concluded, the staff should file a report, specifying the room searched, names or occupants, staff members authorized to search, and detailed explanation of materials seized. This form, together with all materials confiscated by the staff member who is authorized to search, should be forwarded to the vice president for student life and assistant vice president for student life and director of residential life. Entry, search, and seizure by civil officers shall be governed by civil law.

BED BUGS

Bedbug Decontamination Procedure

1. Put at lease one complete set of clothing and one towel in washer and dryer and launder.
2. Once this is clean and dried, place clean items in a plastic bag and close tightly.
3. Take this bag and an empty bag into shower room.
4. Before showering, place dirty clothes into empty bag and seal tightly.
5. Take shower and wash hair.
6. Once out of shower, put on clean clothes and put old bag of clothes and dirty towel outside door of dorm room.

DO NOT ENTER INFESTED ROOM AGAIN AFTER SHOWER IS TAKEN

You will be asked to stay with a friend until the room has been treated. If you are not able to find a friend who you can stay with Residential Life Staff will help you find a space to stay.

Preparing Your Room For Inspection:

1. Clean your room and remove as much clutter as possible.
2. Physical Plant Staff may need to go through drawers. If you have any items you do not want seen, please move them to another location in the room.
3. It is not necessary to remove clothes from drawers or closets for inspection.
4. Physical Plant Staff will be inspecting bed frames and mattresses. Please leave all bedding on the mattress. Staff will remove bedding layer by layer to conduct a thorough search.
5. After inspecting the bed and surrounding area, it may be necessary to examine additional areas of the room.

We realize this is an unwelcome interruption in your life, and we appreciate your cooperation in the inspection of your room. If you have any questions, please feel free to call, email, or stop by your Area Coordinator's office. You may also contact the Physical Plant Office at 319-352-8318, if you have questions.

Preparing your Room for Heat Treatment

Following this pre-treatment checklist will help ensure a successful remediation:

1. Remove all trash from receptacles and remove all loose debris that may blow around during treatment.
2. Remove plants and animals, including fish tank plants.
3. Remove, or place in refrigerator:
   1. Cream and lotions, lipstick and other cosmetics that may liquefy.
   2. Pressurized cylinders, aerosol cans, paints, flammable chemicals, cologne and perfume.
   3. Chocolate, bottled alcohols, carbonated beverages, artificial sweeteners, vitamins and medications, fresh fruits and vegetables.
4. Remove soft vinyl plastic items like vinyl records and CD's/DVD's to keep them from warping.
5. Remove anything mounted to the wall with adhesive strips. Loose photos should be placed in a box and weighted to keep from curling.
6. All cushions, frames, mattresses, cabinets and desks are to remain in the space to be treated. All drawers and doors should be opened and will be manipulated during the process to ensure successful treatment.
7. Leave electronics, such as TV's, speakers, and computers in the area to be treated.

Special Notes:

• Allow room to cool down naturally. Windows may be opened immediately, but air conditioner or HVAC unit should not be turned on for two hours after treatment is complete.
• Do not turn on electronic equipment for two hours after treatment is complete.
• Musical instruments, such as guitars, may de-tune due to expansion and contraction.

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General Hall Policies

Emergency and Safety Procedures

KEYS
Residents are responsible for their room key(s). Keys may not be given to other individuals. Students should contact their RA immediately when keys are lost. Lost keys will result in a lock change and a $200 charge per key.

If students are locked out, they need to contact their RA or the RA on duty to be let into their room. When RAs are not on duty, contact Campus Security.

THEFT AND LOSSES
The college assumes no responsibility for theft, damages, or loss of money, valuables, or personal property. Students are strongly encouraged to check with their family concerning coverage under their homeowner/renter insurance policy. 

The best safeguard against theft is to always keep your door locked. Report all losses to a Residential Life staff member, who will assist you in contacting Campus Security and the Waverly Police Department. For purposes of insurance claims, it is recommended that a police report be filed with the Police Department.

FIRE SAFETY
Students are required to evacuate the building whenever an alarm sounds. Upon hearing a fire alarm, exit the building and call Campus Security to report the alarm or fire. Tampering with emergency equipment, such as fire extinguishers, fire alarms, smoke detectors, or emergency exit signs, is prohibited by state law and college policy. Fire drills and fire evacuation instructions for each floor or house are conducted at the start of the year. All students must leave the hall during a drill. 

Open burning, including candles, is not permitted on campus. Hot plates, broilers, space heaters, ovens, or kerosene heaters are not allowed in rooms due to possible fire hazards. Failure to observe fire safety regulations may result in a minimum fine of $100 and a referral to Student Conduct.  

WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU HAVE BEEN ALERTED BY THE ALARM:

• Evacuate the building immediately.
• Keep low to the floor if there is smoke in the room.
• Feel the metal door knob before opening any doors. If it is hot, don’t open the door. If it isn’t, brace yourself against the door, open it slightly, but if heat or heavy smoke is present, close the door and stay in the room.
• If you can’t leave the room, seal up the cracks around the door using sheets, clothing, or whatever is handy. Then hang an object out of the window (bed sheet, jacket, or shirt) to attract the fire department’s attention. If you have a phone present, call Campus Security at 319-352-9999 and report that you are trapped. Be sure to give your room number and location.
• If you are able to exit the building, call Campus Security at 319-352-9999 to report the alarm. Use an emergency phone, phone in a safe building, or cell phone if available. Don’t assume Campus Security knows of the alarm.

FIREARMS/WEAPONS
Firearms (including, but not limited to shotguns, rifles, handguns), air guns, Air Soft guns, Nerf guns, paint-ball guns, pellet guns, water guns, bows and arrows, ammunition, explosives (includes fireworks), incendiary devices, blade weapons (swords, sabers, knives, etc.) and other deadly weapons are prohibited on campus. There are three exceptions to this policy. Law enforcement officers, on campus in performance of their duties, are permitted to possess firearms. Students who hunt may store firearms and archery equipment in the Campus Security office for safekeeping and to check in and out when going hunting. Prior coordination is required, as a Campus Security escort is mandatory between the Campus Security office and the campus boundary when checking in or out hunting and gaming weapons. Students and faculty/staff may bring antique or special weapons or replicas of those weapons as part of a class, show, or display. When not being used as such, they must be secured in the Campus Security office. A Campus Security escort is mandatory in these cases as well.

Violation may result in law enforcement involvement. For example, the city of Waverly has an ordinance that prohibits shooting air soft guns inside the city limits (104.4.11) that typically requires a mandatory court appearance and a monetary fine. Wartburg College works in collaboration with local authorities. 

APPLIANCES
The capacity of the electrical system in the residence halls is limited. Overloading those systems can present fire and safety hazards. Use of electrical “octopi” (multiple-head plugs) to obtain a greater number of outlets can overload circuits and cause fire.

The use of light extension cords should be kept to a minimum. It is recommended that students purchase a UL-approved multiple outlet with its own fuse. Extension cords may not run under carpets, between room furniture, or be hung from ceilings.

Refrigerators are not to exceed 5 cubic feet or 1.5 amps. Reasonable standards of sanitation must be followed. Refrigerators must be plugged directly into the wall outlet or into a UL-approved, three-prong, grounded extension cord containing its own fuse. The refrigerator must be kept in open view and not placed in a closet or other enclosure that restricts adequate ventilation.

One microwave oven, not to exceed 1.5-cubic-foot capacity or draw more than 750 watts, is permitted per student room. Microwaves must be plugged directly into the wall outlet or into a UL-approved, three-prong, grounded extension cord containing its own fuse.

Whenever possible, the college encourages the use of the most energy-efficient appliances (Energy Star).

Things that should not be present in-residence halls

• Pets (except fish and axolotlys in a 30-gallon tank or smaller)
• General, uncertified extension cords, multiple plug adapters and surge protectors with more than six outlets
• Candles and incense
• Any appliance with an open, exposed heating element and without an automatic shut-off is not to be used. *There are exceptions to this policy in Knights Village. Speak to your Area Coordinator if you need clarification
• Guns, knives, fireworks, and other weapons
• Wireless routers (All halls are wireless and additional routers can be detrimental to the signal)
• Duct tape, masking tape, nails, or thumbtacks intended for hanging wall items
• Halogen lamps and multiple head spider lamps (fire hazard)

EXPLOSIVES
All types of explosives, including explosive ingredients with potential to create an explosive, are prohibited on campus. Explosives include, but are not limited to, firecrackers and fireworks, gasoline, and any combustible materials. Grills are not allowed inside residence halls. Compressed tanks that contain fuel for gas grills may not be stored on campus. Students found possessing or using any type of explosive will be fined a minimum of $50. Other sanctions in accordance with the Social Conduct policy may be applied.

IF YOU DISCOVER OR SUSPECT A GAS LEAK:
Contact Campus Security immediately (319-352-9999).

SEVERE WEATHER
Iowa is prone to severe weather in terms of tornados, strong winds, hail, flooding, and blizzards. Always be conscious of existing weather conditions. When the National Weather Service announces a storm watch, monitor the weather through radio, TV, or the Internet. When a weather or storm warning is issued, immediately:

• Take cover in the basement or lowest level of your residence hall or the nearest building you are in. If you are in Knights Village, go to the ground floor of the Ubuntu Center. The next best protection may be found on the lowest floor or an interior corridor. Avoid window areas and corridors of one-story buildings.
• The severe weather take-cover signal is a steady blast or tone for three minutes. Listen to the radio for the “all clear” announcement or wait for Campus Security or public safety officials to inform you it is safe to leave the shelter. Be sure to cooperate with all directives from the residence hall staff and Campus Security. Never use the fire alarm for notification of a tornado or storm.
• When time allows, Weather Service and city tornado warnings are also announced on Wartburg Alert, Wartburg College’s primary means of notifying the campus community of an emergency or catastrophic event that may affect safety or welfare. 

MEDICAL EMERGENCIES
IN LIFE-THREATENING EMERGENCIES, CHECK THE PATIENT’S AIRWAY PASSAGE, BREATHING, AND CIRCULATION AND CALL 911.
Emergencies that are not life-threatening should be referred to Noah Campus Health Clinic (319-352-8436).  Clinic hours are:

Mondays: 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m.
Tuesdays through Thursdays: 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
Fridays:  8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

For care after hours, the Walk-In Clinic at Waverly Health Center provides high-quality medical care for routine or urgent medical conditions. Hours at the Walk-In Clinic are Monday through Friday, 5-8 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 11 a.m.-7 p.m. and holidays 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Care is also available at the emergency room at Waverly Health Center 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.

SAFETY
Although Wartburg and the City of Waverly are considered relatively safe places to live, it is important for students, as well as the members of the community, to take responsibility for their own safety and well-being. Crime prevention is essentially being aware of your environment and avoiding those situations that could make you vulnerable to crime. We strongly encourage students to use common sense and take steps to ensure the safety and security of their belongings, themselves, and others. Some suggestions:

• Lock your door and carry your keys. Do not leave your keys (or any valuables) in your mailbox.
• Do not open your door to strangers or let strangers into a hall.
• Do not prop doors open. (Doing so may result in a student conduct referral)
• Do not give your name, address, or phone number to strangers.
• When going out, let your roommate, a friend, or your RA know where you are going and when you expect to return.
• At night, travel in well-lit areas. Don’t take shortcuts through dark or deserted areas. Avoid walking alone. If you feel unsafe at any time, contact Campus Security at 319-352-9999 requesting an escort.
• Do not keep large sums of money or items of high monetary value in your room. Avoid advertising your valuables. Keep them out of sight in your room.
• Keep a record of the serial numbers of your personal possessions.
• Don’t carry large amounts of cash.
• Never lend your keys to anyone. (Doing so may result in a student conduct referral)

Residence hall staff and Campus Security are concerned about your safety and security. They can help if you have a problem with theft, harassing phone calls, etc. Each residence hall has a staff member on duty every evening. The RA on duty is the person to contact if you need assistance and the RA on your floor is not available.

Posting and Symbolic Expression Policies

Posting Policy
In the spirit of Wartburg College’s mission to develop students’ leadership and learning so that they can be civically engaged individuals, the following posting policy has been developed. Signs that are in alignment with the College’s Symbolic Expression Policy (link) may be posted in student rooms, including on windows and residence room doors. For example, a sign supporting the campaign of a candidate for public office would be appropriate to display. However, messages in violation of the Symbolic Expression Policy will be removed. Similarly, recognized student organizations may post signs supporting candidates, issues, and platforms, so long as the endorsement by the organization does not purport to be an endorsement by Wartburg College.
 
Symbolic Expression Policy
The Wartburg College community is committed to creating and maintaining a mutually respectful environment that recognizes and celebrates diversity among all students, faculty, and staff. We value freedom of expression as it leads to learning and the broadening of one’s perspective. Expressions of hate and oppression discourage the free exchange of ideas that promote learning, for they marginalize voices and create hostile and unwelcoming environments.  Given that, symbols of hate and oppression are not permitted on campus, unless they are utilized for the purpose of teaching, college-approved art, or for educational or historical displays.  Symbols of hate expressly forbidden include, but is not limited to, the confederate flag, swastikas, and the presentation of slurs related to race, sexual orientation, gender, religion or other identities.  The display of the symbols of hate is prohibited from all Wartburg College events and properties, including but not limited to: offices, storage rooms, classrooms, dining areas, lobbies, lounges, residence hall common areas, and all areas in public or plain view. This includes, but is not limited to, depictions of such expressions of hate on bumper stickers, clothing, and other apparel.  When questions arise as to whether an expression is a symbol of hate, the Student Life staff will empanel three College employees to decide.  Appeals of their decision may be directed to the Dean of Students.  The decision of the Dean of Students is final and there are no further appeals.