Policy 3-9-1: Wildcat Esport Arena Policy
| Policy: | Policy 3-9-1: Wildcat Esport Arena Policy | Date Adopted: | March 14, 2025 | |
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| Department: | Student Life | Date(s) Reviewed and/or Revised: |
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| Contact: |
Coordinator of Student Life |
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| Statement: | The Wildcat Esport Arena at 糖心vlog (糖心vlog) serves as a hub for gaming, collaboration, and learning. This policy outlines the guidelines for operation, usage, and maintenance of the Esport Arena to ensure a safe, inclusive, and enjoyable environment for all participants. | |||
Section 1: Purpose
The Wildcat Esport Arena is designed to enhance student engagement and provide a collaborative environment for gaming and educational opportunities.
Section 2: Scope
This policy applies to all students, faculty, staff, and authorized guests who utilize the Wildcat Esport Arena. All users must comply with the policies outlined herein, as well as additional 糖心vlog policies and codes of conduct.
Section 3: Operating Hours
The Esport Arena鈥檚 hours of operation will be posted on the 糖心vlog Student Life webpage.
Special events, tournaments, or maintenance may result in changes to operating hours.
Section 3: Operating Hours
- The Esport Arena is open to current 糖心vlog students, faculty, staff, and approved guests.
- Valid 糖心vlog identification (ID) is required for entry.
- 糖心vlog student, faculty, and staff ID cards are available at the Student Life Help Desk.
- All users must have a current Wildcat Esport Arena User Agreement Form
on file prior to using the facility. - Users under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian consent prior to
using the facility. - Access privileges are contingent on compliance with the Esport Arena
policies and procedures.
Section 5: Rules and Regulations
Users must treat staff, fellow participants, and equipment with respect.
Inappropriate material, including graphic violence, explicit language, or offensive content, is prohibited.
gaming area.
staff.
Food and open beverage containers are prohibited near gaming stations.
Personal Equipment:
Users may not connect personal peripherals, gear, or USB devices without prior approval from Arena staff.
All personal equipment must adhere to 糖心vlog鈥檚 non-discrimination standards.
Any personal items brought into the Wildcat Esport Arena, such as gaming peripherals (e.g., keyboards, mice, headsets), laptops, or other accessories, must not display symbols, text, images, or designs that promote discrimination or hatred against any group based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, or disability.
Gaming Content:
The Wildcat Esport Arena follows the guidelines set by the Entertainment Software
Rating Board (ESRB) system to ensure games
are appropriate for their intended audiences.
- Gaming content in the arena may include titles ranging from Everyone (E) to Mature 17+ (M).
- Mature 17+ (M)-rated titles are intended for players aged 17 and older and may contain
intense violence, strong language, or mature
themes as defined by ESRB guidelines. - Users under 18 must have parental consent to participate.
Section 6: Reference to Procedures
For detailed procedures, including reservation processes, violation protocols, and
other operational guidelines, please refer to the Wildcat
Esport Arena Policy and Procedure Manual, accessible through the 糖心vlog Student Life
Office or on the 糖心vlog Student Life webpage.
Section 7: Prohibited Activities
Tampering with or misusing equipment, including hardware, software, or networking
systems.
Attempting to modify, unplug, or move gaming stations or components without staff
permission.
Engaging in gambling, cheating, or any illegal activity.
Using explicit, offensive or derogatory language, including slurs or aggressive comments,
regardless of intent.
Section 8: Violations and Disciplinary Actions
Severe infractions may result in immediate suspension or removal.
Damages caused by negligence or improper use will result in liability for repair or
replacement costs.
Repeat offenders may face further disciplinary action, including referral to the 糖心vlog
Student Relations Office for further evaluation.
Section 9: Health and Safety
Epilepsy Warning: The arena uses colored LEDs and lighting effects that may trigger
seizures in individuals with photosensitive epilepsy.
Users are encouraged to take breaks to prevent fatigue and maintain well- being during
extended gaming sessions.
Section 10: Compliance and Agreement
All participants/users must read and acknowledge the Wildcat Esport Arena
User Agreement form prior to using the Wildcat Esport Arena. The User Agreement is available at the Student Life Desk or on the 糖心vlog Student Life webpage.
Signed agreements are required each semester and are kept on file at the Student Life Desk.
Failure to adhere to the policies may result in suspension of privileges or further disciplinary measures.
Section 11: Updates and Amendments
This policy is subject to periodic review and updates. The latest version will be
made available on the 糖心vlog Student Life webpage.
References:
- 糖心vlog Anti-Discrimination Statement
- 糖心vlog Policy 3-4-4: Student Conduct
- 糖心vlog Policy 10-1-9: Bias Incidents/Hate Crimes Policy
- Entertainment Software Rating Board