Discipline Related Policies and Procedures Restrictive Access Policy

New Mexico State University serves the people of New Mexico through education, research, extension education, and public service and welcomes all within our community. However, in order to establish an appropriate environment and preserve University property for educational purposes, the University reserves the right to restrict access to some of its lands and facilities. Academic spaces are generally used for educational purposes only, and buildings which serve as residences for students are restricted to students, their guests, and appropriate University employees. While some other University facilities and grounds are available to the general public, they must be used according to University rules and regulations. No individual(s), except for those contracted to reside on-campus, shall temporarily or permanently remain overnight on the property of the Regents, or dwell on the property of the Regents, including but not limited to, in motor vehicles, or in temporary or permanent structures, without the specific prior approval of the Vice President for Student Success.

Members of the campus community, as well as visitors, are expected to behave in ways that do not interfere with the rights of others to pursue an education or disrupt community living on-campus. Behaviors of any individuals that interfere with, disrupt, impair or obstruct the processes, procedures, or functions of the University, are prohibited.

Failure to comply with this policy could subject the individual to warning, probation, removal from the campus, arrest, barring from the campus, or any other sanctions applicable under the Student Code of Conduct, University Personnel Policies, or state or federal laws. Actions taken under this policy will be initiated by the appropriate Dean or Vice Provost, Vice President or a designee. Contested administrative actions may be appealed in writing to the Office of the President within three (3) working days after receipt of the decision made by the appropriate Dean or Vice Provost or Vice President. The decision of the President or his/her designee will be final.