Spring 2024 Mardi Gras Guest Policy

Starting February 9th until February 14th all guests of residents in Pontchartrain Halls between must be registered and follow our Mardi Gras Visitor Policy as outlined in the Pontchartrain Hall Handbook.

“Residents must pre-register guests who will visit Pontchartrain Halls between the Friday prior to Mardi Gras and Ash Wednesday. Hosts are charged a $50 Mardi Gras Guest fee per guest ($75 fee if late) with a maximum of 2 guests.”

Guest Registration Process & Policies

Pontchartrain Hall residents may register up to 2 guests during the Mardi Gras period.
Guest(s) must be at least 18 years of age while a guest. Minors are not allowed.
The online pre-registration form must be completed by 4:00 PM, Tuesday, February 6, 2024.
Late registrations will begin at 4:00 PM, Tuesday, February 6, 2024 - 12 PM Friday, February 9, 2024.
Guests must have prepared a photo identification (state ID, driver's license, or passport) to be recorded by the Office of Residential Life.
Forms completed by 4:00 PM, Tuesday, February 6, 2024 has a charge of $50/guest
Forms completed after 4:00 PM, Tuesday, February 6, 2024 - 12 PM Friday, February 9, 2024, is considered late with $75/guest charge.
Unregistered guests will incur a $75 fine and Code of Student Conduct sanctions.
All charges are non-refundable.
Residential Life staff will issue a wristband to registered guests; replacements cost $50.
Guests must depart by 9:00 AM on Wednesday, February 14th, 2024.
Full guest policy may be reviewed in the Pontchartrain Hall Handbook.

Residents are accountable for their visitors and must ensure compliance with the University of New Orleans, Office of Residential Life, and Office of Student Accountability regulations. Violations will be referred to the Office of Student Accountability, leading to potential consequences such as loss of guest privileges, housing probation, housing termination, and other applicable sanctions outlined by the University. This may also involve the removal of your visitor(s) from the building, and no refunds will be issued for visitors removed from the premises.

Mardi Gras Guest Registration Hours of Operation

Once you have been approved, the and their guest(s) must come to the Office of Residential Life in person at Pontchartrain Hall North N128 between the hours of 8:00 AM until 4PM Monday - Friday to receive their guest wristband(s) and/or if there is any assistance needed with the registration process. After these hours, the process will continue at your respective front desk.

Residents will NOT be given wristband(s) for their guest(s) without their guest(s) present with them. Residents should plan their travel plans accordingly with their guest(s).

Ready to Register Your Guest(s)?

Form Link Agreement

Accessing the form link confirms that you have thoroughly reviewed the complete policies and guidelines. You understand and acknowledge that providing false information or violating policies may result in consequences, and you accept responsibility according to University Policy and guidelines by the Office of Residential Life.

The deadline was 12PM Feb 9 - Stop by the desk with questions.