TAMIU Student Handbook 2019-2020

Page 14 of 86 devices are permitted inside University buildings, residence halls and/or athletics courts/fields. Wheeled devices may not be used on railings, ramps, curbs, stairs/steps, benches or any such fixtures that may be damaged by these activities, and individuals may be liable for damage to University property caused by these activities. Hover boards and similar motorized devices may not be charged anywhere on campus (indoors or outdoors). For more information on parking regulations, visit: http://www.tamiu.edu/adminis/police/trfrgs.shtml . Section 3.14 Pets Pets are not allowed in campus buildings at any time. The only exceptions are: 1. Service Animals trained to provide specific work or tasks directly related to a person’s disability and, 2. Emotional Support Animals, defined as an animal that provides emotional support that alleviates one or more identified symptoms or effects of a person's disability but does not have special training to perform tasks that assist people with disabilities. • Emotional Support Animals are permitted only in residential facilities for approved students with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. For requests to have an Emotional Support Animal 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 from University 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 standards, visit: http://www.tamiu.edu/housing/rulesandcommunitystandards.shtml.