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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- Appendix I: Moderation
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Digital Millennium Copyright Act
Individuals using computers and networks at Bard College are responsible for complying with all copyright laws and the college’s policy regarding the use of Bard’s computing resources. Users should refer to the Appropriate Use Guidelines posted on the Bard Information Technology website: https://www.bard.edu/it/computing-policies. The Digital Millennium Copyright Act of 1998 specifically prohibits the circumvention of copy-protection technology on copyrighted material. Many digital audio and video files contain copyrighted material. The download, copying, adapting, and public display and distribution of these materials is prohibited by the DMCA, and further is not considered an acceptable use of academic computing resources.
