Students are not permitted to possess or use candles, incense, oil lamps, or effusion lamps in the residence halls. This includes using such items for serenades, candle lighting, or other activities, as well as birthday candles on cakes, cookies, or cupcakes. Students may use electric wax melting devices as long as they do not create issues for roommates or suitemates due to their smell or fragrance. These devices should be turned off when the user is not present. No open flames (including birthday candles, scented candles, lanterns, and incense) are allowed in residence halls or any Cottey buildings, except in laboratories and maintenance shops designed for such use, or if authorized by the President or a designee.