TAMIU Student Handbook 2022-2023

Page 15 of 92 • ESAs are permitted only in residential facilities for approved students with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. For requests to have an ESA in a residential facility, please contact the Office of Housing and Residence Life. Pets may be allowed on campus grounds (but never in campus buildings) provided they are leashed or otherwise under the control of the owner and are not disruptive to campus activities, instructional or otherwise. Owners are responsible for cleaning up after their pets, and failure to do so may result in a citation. Unattended pets will be removed fromUniversity property and will be turned over to City of Laredo animal control authorities. All Service Animals, Emotional Support Animals, and pets are required to have updated vaccinations as mandated by local and state law. Section 3.15 Housing and Residence Life Housing and Residence Life provides a variety of on-campus living options. Students are expected to comply with all TAMIU rules and procedures, including those adopted to ensure the health and welfare of those who reside in, work in, or visit TAMIU housing. For more information about Housing and Residence Life rules and community st andards, visit: http://www.americancampusresidents.com/residentiallearningcommunity. Section 3.16 Recognized Student Organizations Recognized Student Organizations are formed to further the common interest of their members and the University community. Organizations are open to all students to serve an essential component to the co-curricular programs at TAMIU. Recognized Student Organizations and their advisors are responsible for compliance with the Student Code of Conduct, State and federal laws. More information and guidelines concerning recognized student organizations are ava ilable in The Leader , a guidebook published by the Office of Student Orientation, L eadership and Engagement (SOLE) or visit: http://www.tamiu.edu/sole/ . Section 3.17 Hazing Hazing is a crime under Texas Law. It is also prohibited under this Code. It is a violation of the Code (and of state law) to engage in hazing, or to otherwise solicit, encourage, direct, aid or attempt to aid another in engaging in hazing. It is also a violation to recklessly permit hazing by another to occur. A student who receives firsthand knowledge of the planning of a specific hazing incident or has firsthand knowledge that a specific hazing incident has occurred, has an affirmative responsibility to report the incident in writing to dean of students or another appropriate official of TAMIU. Notification will be provided to the University community as required by law.