Yes! You can have a guest in residence, as long as you follow the guest rules. These rules help make sure everyone in residence feels safe and comfortable.
✅ Guest Rules
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Sign In Your Guest
- All guests (whether they’re Acadia students or not) must be signed in before 8:00 PM on the night they’re staying.
- Use the Residence Portal to sign them in.
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Ask Your Roommate First
- You must get permission from your roommate or suitemate(s) at least 2 days before your guest arrives.
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One Guest Per Night
- You can only host one overnight guest per night.
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Staying More Than 3 Nights?
- If your guest is staying for more than 3 nights in a row, you must get approval from Residence Life.
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Guests Under 18
- If your guest is under 18 and not an Acadia student, you must give their emergency contact info (parent or guardian) to your Resident Assistant (RA).
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Sleeping Arrangements
- Guests must sleep in your room only—not in common areas or someone else’s room.
📘 Helpful Definitions
- Overnight Guest: Anyone staying in your room overnight.
- Resident Assistant (RA): A student leader in your residence who helps with support, safety, and community building.
- Residence Portal: The online system where you can manage guest sign-ins and other residence-related tasks.
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📝 Special Notes
- You are responsible for your guest’s behavior while they’re in residence.
- If your guest breaks the rules, you may face disciplinary action.
- Always check with your RA or Residence Life if you’re unsure about the rules.