On this page you will find resources around policies that impact life in the residence halls. For the full policy text, we encourage you to review the student handbook below. The policies for life in the residence halls are derived from local, state, and federal law (especially fire safety codes) and are enforced to assure safety of the community.
Planning for the Semester
Pet Request Form
Students have the privilege of bringing a small pet, such as a fish or hamster, to the residences. Download this form and complete it for approval prior to bringing pets into the residence halls.
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- COVID-19 Student Handbook Addendum
Isolation Housing
Dedicated housing for on-campus students who have tested positive for COVID-19 is called isolation housing. They are single rooms equipped with a private bathroom and personal combination refrigerator/microwave. The rooms are located on one floor in a separate wing of a residence hall with a separate entrance that can be dedicated for their use. While in isolation, students may only leave their room for solo walks outside, after consulting with Health Services. Deliveries of food and packages will be arranged through the Response Team. Students in Isolation Housing will be contacted daily by Bard Health Services.Those who test positive for COVID will also be contacted by the Dutchess County Health Department for daily check-ins. Health Services staff can visit for a check-up if needed. Students in isolation housing are not allowed visitors. Students in isolation housing should bring with them all personal items they will need for two weeks. This includes toiletries, prescriptions or OTC medications (allergy, vitamins, etc.), phone and computer chargers, coursework and course materials, computer, phone, etc. A package from Health Services will also be delivered that will have a thermometer, hand sanitizer and wipes.
