Living off-campus provides freedoms you may not have experienced before living independently. However, are you aware of the responsibilities of living independently? The following links will provide you with information and resources regarding your rights and responsibilities as an Ball State University student, tenant, and member of the Muncie Community:

1.3   Student's Relation to Community as stated in the Student Code of Ethics at Ball State University

1.3.1    Students attending the University take on responsibilities not only of campus citizenship but also community citizenship.  When community standards are not respected and upheld by students, unpleasant and undesirable conflicts between students and other community residents result.  Such conflicts are destructive to human relationships in the community and detrimental to the image of the University, as well as to the reputation of the student body.  Students are also subject to legal sanctions when they violate local, state, and federal laws or otherwise infringe upon the rights of others.

• Students shall conduct themselves responsibly in the community, respecting the personal and property rights of all residents.  It is to the advantage of the student body, as well as in the best interest of the University and the community, for everyone to work together to maintain community standards and to build good relations among the citizenry.

For more information regarding your rights and responsibilites as member of the Muncie community, visit Student Legal Services located in the Pittinger Student Center, Lower Level; Room L-17 or  call 765-285-1888 for an appointment.