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In addition to the Institute Policies listed above, there are a number of Student Affairs policies, procedures and guidelines on the Student Affairs website:

* Alcohol and Other Drugs

* Fire Safety

* Good Samaritan

* Hazing Prevention Policy

* LN2 Policy and Protocols

* Missing Person

* Mural Policy in Caltech Housing

* PNG Policy

* Student Problem-Resolution Process
For the text of the full policies, please see the Student Affairs website at studentaffairs.caltech.edu/policies .

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March 21, 2025

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