Harvard SSP question?

[rileymcd1]

Hi, I am attending the Harvard Secondary School Program this summer, and a friend of mine is coming to visit me from Thursday until Wednesday the last week of the program. She needs to stay in my dorm because she can’t afford to stay anywhere else. I was wondering, for those who have already gone, how strict they are on the overnight stay rules? As in, if she stays in my room Thursday night through Tuesday night, will anyone kick her out or something?

Any help is really, really appreciated. Thank you in advance.

[skieurope]

if she stays in my room Thursday night through Tuesday night, will anyone kick her out or something?

You should be more concerned with whether they will kick you out.

No, it’s not allowed, and since the vast majority of SSP students are minors, the rules are pretty strictly enforced. In addition to violating the rules, you are being inconsiderate of your roommate.

[gibby]

Before your friend comes to visit, you need to get prior approval – and that approval is only given for FRIDAY AND SATURDAY nights. Your friend will need to find somewhere else to stay on Thursday, Sunday, Monday and Tuesday nights or else you risk expulsion from SSP: http://www.summer.harvard.edu/programs/secondary-school-program/frequently-asked-questions

May a friend visit or stay overnight in my dorm?

Yes, under certain circumstances. Prior approval for an overnight guest must be sought and received by the Wednesday before an overnight visit on a Friday or Saturday night (only). Once you arrive on campus, your student handbook will provide further details.