Recreational Equipment Policy

Other Policy-Related Information

The following links elaborate on the Honor and Student Conduct Codes and related practices of the student disciplinary process. Failure to adhere to University policies may result in disciplinary action.

Recreational Equipment Policy

The use of bicycles and Rollerblades/in-line skates is allowed at the University of Lynchburg. Both must be used outdoors, and users must always yield to pedestrians. Bikes and Rollerblades/in-line skates may not be used in any building or on any outside steps. An individual who engages in use of bikes or Rollerblades/in-line skates and is judged by University officials or others to be dangerous may be charged with violation of the Student Conduct Code, including “Dangerous Practice.” Likewise, if any property damage occurs as a result of bicycle or Rollerblade/in-line skate use, the individual in violation may be charged with “Property Damage,” along with other possible outcomes, and may be made to pay restitution. Depending on the severity of the misconduct, other charges may be warranted as well.

The following types (but not limited to) and uses of recreational equipment are prohibited on campus, including residential facilities:

  • Slip ’N Slides (purchased or made), pools, sprinklers, and similar water amusements
  • Use of water hoses or other methods to produce a waterfall or flooding
  • Inflatable amusements, except as approved and contracted by authorized University officials
  • Use of wheeled recreational conveyances or vehicles, other than bicycles and Rollerblades/in-line skates
  • Use of skateboards, longboards, and the like
  • Possession, storage, or use in any fashion of hoverboards or motorized scooters
  • Hammocks installed or affixed to the exterior of University facilities and hammocks used inside University facilities
  • Use of fog machines in residential facilities