Midwestern University rules and Downers Grove/Glendale ordinances prohibit smoking in designated areas, including classrooms, residence hall rooms, and common areas. In addition, state and city ordinances provide penalties for any purposeful damage of or destruction to property by fire.
On-Campus Residents
- Cooking in the residence hall rooms on the Downers Grove Campus is strictly prohibited. Microwaves, popcorn poppers, hot plates, and other types of cooking devices are not allowed in any residence hall room. Microwaves are in the kitchens on the lower level of Redwood and in the kitchenettes, located on each floor, in Redwood. The University and the Downers Grove Fire Department reserve the right to make regular inspections of student residence hall rooms to minimize the incidence of fires. Students who are found to be in violation of this policy will face severe disciplinary action and may be subject to fines, termination of their housing contracts, suspension, and/or expulsion from the University.
- Cooking is permitted in any apartment that has kitchen facilities.
- Outdoor barbecuing is prohibited on apartment balconies/entryways. Designated areas are made available for outdoor barbecuing.
The issue of fire safety in University housing facilities is a constant concern. On-campus residents can help keep their homes and their neighbors safe from fire by following all housing regulations concerning fireworks, explosives, and the use of electrical equipment and by following general common-sense safety standards. Refer to the MWU Residence Life Handbook for detailed rules and regulations regarding on-campus residents.