WE RECOMMEND YOU COMMIT THESE LYRICS TO MEMORY (FORWARD AND BACKWARD) BEFORE STEPPING FOOT ON CAMPUS: THE EYES OF TEXAS Lyrics written by John Lang Sinclair in 1903 to the tune of “I’ve Been Working On The Railroad” The eyes of Texas are upon you, All the live long day. The eyes of Texas are upon you, You cannot get away. Do not think you can escape them, At night, or early in the morn’. The eyes of Texas are upon you, Till Gabriel blows his horn! contents BEFORE ARRIVAL 00 Campus map 01 Welcome and Preparation 02 Packing lists 04 Check-in Step-by-Step 05 Parking / UT ID 06 Mooov-In Day 07 Parking / PODS / ResNet 08 Dining Services / Bevo Bucks 10 Recycling in Residence Halls 11 Paying for Housing 12 Addresses / Phones / Computer Labs 13 eproxy / Fire Safety THE MANUAL 15 Bathrooms / Bicycles 16 Facilities / Check In & Out / Room Entry 16 Laundry 101 17 Email / Escorts 17 Fun on the Cheap 18 Health, Fire & Life Safety 19 Furniture / Guests 20 Keys / ID / Motorcycles / Quiet Hours / Pets 21 Conflicts / Sports / Street Signs / Substance Use 21 The Best Study Spots 22 Facilities / Windows / Weapons 23 The Best of Austin 24 Behavior / Crisis / Missing Persons 25 Reference & Contact Information Campus Guide 2011 * 2012 Living on
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WE RECOMMEND YOU COMMIT THESE LYRICS TO MEMORY
(FORWARD AND BACK WARD) BEFORE STEPPING FOOT ON CAMPUS:
THE EYES OF TEXAS
Lyrics written by John Lang Sinclair in 1903 to the tune of
“I’ve Been Working On The Railroad”
The eyes of Texas are upon you,
All the live long day.
The eyes of Texas are upon you,
You cannot get away.
Do not think you can escape them,
At night, or early in the morn’.
The eyes of Texas are upon you,
Till Gabriel blows his horn!
contents
BEFORE ARRIVAL
00 Campus map
01 Welcome and Preparation
02 Packing lists
04 Check-in Step-by-Step
05 Parking / UT ID
06 Mooov-In Day
07 Parking / PODS / ResNet
08 Dining Services / Bevo Bucks
10 Recycling in Residence Halls
11 Paying for Housing
12 Addresses / Phones / Computer Labs
13 eproxy / Fire Safety
THE MANUAL
15 Bathrooms / Bicycles
16 Facilities / Check In & Out /
Room Entry
16 Laundry 101
17 Email / Escorts
17 Fun on the Cheap
18 Health, Fire & Life Safety
19 Furniture / Guests
20 Keys / ID / Motorcycles /
Quiet Hours / Pets
21 Confl icts / Sports / Street Signs /
Substance Use
21 The Best Study Spots
22 Facilities / Windows / Weapons
23 The Best of Austin
24 Behavior / Crisis / Missing Persons
25 Reference & Contact Information
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Whitis Court
Kinsolving
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Andrews
Creekside
Moore-Hill
Jester San Jacinto
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Prather
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Regular Check-In
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CAMPUS MAPDIRECTIONS TO REGULAR CHECK-IN (AUGUST 19-20) AT UFCU DISCH-FALK FIELD
FROM THE NORTH ON I-35 GOING SOUTH• Take the I-35 Lower Level Split from left 2 lanes.
• Exit at Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd (MLK) – Exit 235A.
• Turn left onto MLK Blvd and cross over I-35
• Proceed straight down MLK until you see the baseball stadium on your left.
• Turn left into the parking lot.
FROM THE SOUTH ON I-35 GOING NORTH• Exit at 15th Street and Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd
(MLK) – Exit 235A• Proceed straight through the 15th Street intersection.
• Turn right at Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
• Proceed straight down MLK until you see the baseball stadium on your left.
• Turn left into the parking lot.
FROM MOPAC (LOOP 1)• Take Enfi eld Road / 15th Street exit and head east.
• Proceed straight for approximately 2.25 miles until you reach I-35.
• Cross over I-35 and turn left onto the frontage road going north.
• Proceed straight to Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
• Turn right onto Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd (MLK).
• Proceed straight down MLK until you see the baseball stadium on your left.
• Turn left into the parking lot.
We’re looking forward to seeing you on campus!
We know that you will have many questions to ask and will experience information overload as you get ready to move to Austin and The University of Texas. We have provided information in this guide about how to check in, what to bring and what to expect. It also includes highlights from the Residence Hall Manual for you to become familiar with before you arrive on campus. Bring it with you when you check in to help guide you through the process, and keep it around in case you have questions throughout the year.
The full version of our manual isavailable on the web:
www.utexas.edu/student/housing
Please read this manual as well as other information available from our website before you check in. You will fi nd that most of your questions will be answered.
from the Residence Hall Manual for you to become familiar with before you arrive on campus. Bring it with you when you check in to help guide you through the process, and keep it around in case you have questions
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before You arrive1. make your BuilDinG, roommate, resnet anD Bath ChoiCesThismustbedonebeforeJuly1st!GototheMyHousingpage:
https://utdirect.utexas.edu/hfi s/
2. ContaCt your roommateYourroommate’stelephonenumberandemailaddresswillbelistedonyour“MyHousing”webpageafterroomassignmentsarecompleted(mid-July).Getacquaintedanddecidewhoisbring-ingtheTV,DVDplayer,stereo,etc.
4. ComPlete your emerGenCy ContaCt /meDiCal forms on the WeBYoumustcompleteorreviewyourEmergencyContact/MedicalFormon-line.Theseformswillprovideinfor-mationthatwouldbehelpfulduringamedicalemergency:
https://utdirect.utexas.edu/hfi s/
5. Get your BaCterial meninGitis VaCCination Allfirst-timestudentsmusthaveitinourofficebyJuly1stand10daysbeforeyouwillbeallowedtocheckin.
www.utexas.edu/student/housing
6. sCheDule a CheCk-in timeVisitourwebsitetoscheduleaconvenientcheck-intime:
https://utdirect.utexas.edu/hfi s/
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We ProViDe• Desk and chair
• Dresser
• Bed
• MicroFridge® (combination microwave and refrigerator/ freezer)
• Recycling containers and wastebasket
• Closet space
• Window blinds
• Extra long twin beds are in all halls except for Littlefi eld and Kinsolving residence halls.
• Ironing boards are available in the laundry room.
• Vacuum cleaners and brooms are available at the front desk
• Cable TV Service
What to BrinG
UT ID Card (required) UT ID Card (required)
Linens: pillow, blanket, quilt or Linens: pillow, blanket, quilt or comforter, mattress pad, towels, washcloths, sheets
Clothes hangers Clothes hangers
Study light, using a fl orescent bulb Study light, using a fl orescent bulb
Toilet tissue and cleaning supplies if Toilet tissue and cleaning supplies if you are in a connecting or private bath.
Wall decorations: posters, photos, etc. Wall decorations: posters, photos, etc. No nails or staples.
Removable adhesive for hanging Removable adhesive for hanging posters and pictures
Cable jumper for your TV with the Cable jumper for your TV with the following specifi cations: Size RG-59 or RG-6; Impedance: 75 OHMs; Shielding: Foil with 67 percent braid Push-on connectors are not recommended.
Throw rug Throw rug
Dishes: silverware, can opener, cups, Dishes: silverware, can opener, cups, glasses, dish soap, dish towel, paper towels, etc.
Electronics: TV/DVD, stereo, iron Electronics: TV/DVD, stereo, iron (ironing boards provided)
Coffee pot (12 cups or smaller) Coffee pot (12 cups or smaller)
Power strips (UL-rated maximum of Power strips (UL-rated maximum of 15 amps and 1875 watts, with built-in circuit breaker. Only one power strip per outlet is allowed.) Power strips are used in place of extension cords.
Shower tote, toiletries and other Shower tote, toiletries and other personal items
Computer with a network card Computer with a network card
What to leaVe at homeIf found in your room, you could be subject to a fi ne and/or disciplinary action.
• Microwave (comes with room)
• Refrigerator (comes with room)
• Crock pot, electric wok or skillet
• George Foreman® grill or hamburger cooker
• Rice cooker, toaster, toaster oven, deep fryer
• Bread maker, coffee/drink warmer
• Hot plate or any appliance with open heating coils
• Space heater
• Candles with burned or unburned wicks
• Incense or anything with an open fl ame
• Paper lamps or lanterns
• Neon lights
• Holiday lights, halogen lamps, black lights, incandescent bulbs
• Explosives
• Fireworks
• Firearms or facsimiles
• Weapons
• Toxic chemicals or combustible materials such as gasoline, propane or charcoal starter fl uid
• Extension cords or multi-plug converters
• Lofts (neither self-built or purchased are allowed)
COMPACT FLUORESCENT BULBS REQUIRED
Residents are required to use compact fl uorescent bulbs instead of incandescent
bulbs for study lamps and other lighting that the student brings with them for their
residence hall room.
During its lifetime a fl uorescent bulb requires much less energy to produce the same
amount of light. While good for the environment, the change will also help reduce
our electricity bill. The switch to fl uorescent bulbs was endorsed by the 2007/08
University Residence Hall Association. Bins will be available in each 24 hour desk
for proper disposal of fl uorescent bulbs.
In addition residents will notice that alternating light fi xtures in some community
hallways have been turned off to further conserve energy. Fixtures are identifi ed
with a “Lights off, Conservation On!” sticker.
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APPLIANCE FACT EFFECT
Television ENERGY STARqualifiedTVsuseabout30%lessenergythanstandardunits.
If every residence room at UT replaced one standard 31"-40" TV with an ENERGY STAR rated TV: Theannualenergysavingswouldbethesameastaking114 carsofftheroad,orsaving141 acres of forest!
DVD Player ENERGY STARqualifiedDVDplayersusehalfthepowerofstandardmodels.
If every residence room at UT replaced one DVD player to ENERGY
Light Bulbs ENERGY STARqualifiedcompactfluorescentlightbulbs(CFL)use75%lessenergythanstandardincan-descentbulbsandlastupto10timeslonger.
If all residence rooms at UT used CFL bulbs in their lamps instead of a standard light bulb:Costswouldbereducedbyalmost$40,000annually.Itwouldbethesameassaving3400 acres of forest,ortaking1625 carsofftheroad!
Printers ENERGY STARqualifiedprintersare25%moreeffi-cientandcanprintdouble-sidedpages.
If all residence rooms at UT replaced their printer with an ENERGY
STAR rated model:Itwouldbeequivalenttosaving69 acres of forest.Carbondioxideemissionswouldbereducedby556,400 pounds!
If all residence rooms at UT replaced one computer with an ENERGY STAR rated computer:Itwouldbeequivalenttosaving105 acres of forest 84 cars offtheroad.Carbondioxideemissionswouldbereducedby1,008,224 pounds!
University of Texas at Austin - Division of Housing & Food Service
COMPACT FLUORESCENT BULBS REQUIRED
Residents are required to use compact fl uorescent bulbs instead of incandescent
bulbs for study lamps and other lighting that the student brings with them for their
residence hall room.
During its lifetime a fl uorescent bulb requires much less energy to produce the same
amount of light. While good for the environment, the change will also help reduce
our electricity bill. The switch to fl uorescent bulbs was endorsed by the 2007/08
University Residence Hall Association. Bins will be available in each 24 hour desk
for proper disposal of fl uorescent bulbs.
In addition residents will notice that alternating light fi xtures in some community
hallways have been turned off to further conserve energy. Fixtures are identifi ed
with a “Lights off, Conservation On!” sticker.Dhfs has Gone moBile
Check out the mobile application at:
rated computer:Itwouldbeequivalenttosaving105 acres of forest,ortaking84 cars emissionswouldbereducedby1,008,224 pounds!
COMPACT FLUORESCENT BULBS REQUIRED
Residents are required to use compact fl uorescent bulbs instead of incandescent
bulbs for study lamps and other lighting that the student brings with them for their
During its lifetime a fl uorescent bulb requires much less energy to produce the same
amount of light. While good for the environment, the change will also help reduce
our electricity bill. The switch to fl uorescent bulbs was endorsed by the 2007/08
University Residence Hall Association. Bins will be available in each 24 hour desk
In addition residents will notice that alternating light fi xtures in some community
hallways have been turned off to further conserve energy. Fixtures are identifi ed
SAVING ENERGY
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WORLD A BETTER PLACE
FOR EVERYONE.
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1 decide wHen You are cHecking inIf you check in: August 16, 17, 18Follow instructions for Early Check-In on Page 5
If you check in: August 19 & 20Follow instructions for Regular Check-In on Page 6
If you check in: After 6 p.m. on August 19 or 20, or all day Sunday, August 21Follow instructions for After hours Check-In on Page 6
If you check in: After 5 p.m. on August 21Follow instructions for Late Check-In on Page 6
2 scHedule a cHeck-in timeSign up for a check-in time before August 15. Go to:
https://utdirect.utexas.edu/hfi s/
If you do not have access to the Web, sign up for a check-in time by calling the appropriate Area Offi ce:
Jester Area Offi ce (512-471-1383)Jester East and Jester West
Whitis Area Offi ce (512-471-1941)for Andrews, Blanton, Carothers, Duren, Kinsolving, Littlefi eld, Whitis Court
Waller Creek Area Offi ce (512-471-4236)Brackenridge, Moore-Hill, Prather, Roberts, San Jacinto, Creekside
3 arrive at Your cHeck-in locationPlease arrive during your allotted time. If you have a change in plans or a traffi c jam causes you to run a few minutes late… relax, drive safely. You do not need to notify DHFS that you are running late for your scheduled check-in time.
If you will be arriving on a different day you must call or update your arrival date on the check-in scheduler.
4 comPlete tHe ProcessBring your university ID card or photo ID to the check-in location.
After you accept your key, you cannot be released from your contract. Your housing contract ends May 16, 2012. Refer to the Terms and Conditions for further information.
5 unload and move inDesignated parking spaces are available around each residence hall. Sixty-minute loading zone permits will be available when you check in.
During Mooov-In, faculty and staff will be available to assist you with unloading. Participating faculty and staff will be wearing a “Mooov-In” T-shirt.
Check in is allowed 24 hours a day. If you arrive after 10 p.m., we ask that you move only what is necessary for that night. Out of courtesy to residents already in the building, this helps reduce noise during the late night hours.
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get id'dYou will need to have your UT ID made at the ID Center, located on the fi rst fl oor of the Flawn Academic Center. You will have time to pick your ID up during Orientation.
They are open Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
For more information see the website: www.utexas.edu/its/idcenter
Your UT ID is used for door access into your hall and for using your Dine In Dollars and Bevo Bucks.
Parking during mooov-in weekend
auGust 19-21 lonG-term ParkinGGARAGESAny resident who was offered and paid for a parking garage resi-dent permit must park in the garage they received in the draw. Use the access card attached to your permit that was mailed to you. If you have not received your permit and access card before you arrived, pull a garage entry ticket to enter the garage and park your vehicle. During garage business offi ce hours (7:45 a.m. until 9 p.m.) take the ticket you pulled to enter the garage and a photo ID to the garage offi ce to obtain a temporary parking garage access card and temporary dashboard permit.
C PERMITSStudents may purchase a C permit at the Parking & Transportation Services offi ce, located in the Trinity Garage (TRG) at MLK and Trinity. Offi ce hours are Monday through Friday from 7:45 a.m. to 4:45 p.m., except offi cial university holidays.
• Check-in is available 24 hours a day from Tuesday, August 16th–Sunday, 21st, 5 p.m. Use the Check-in Scheduler, located on the Division of Housing and Food Service web page, and arrive dur-ing your designated check-in period. The Scheduler helps limit the amount of traffi c on campus.
• Consider a late evening or early morning check-in time to avoid the rush. Sunday tends to be the least busy day.
• Traffi c is less hectic during early check-in which begins on August 16th at 4 p.m. There is a cost of $50 per night to check-in early.
• You will be issued an unloading parking permit at Regular Check-in, for the designated parking location of your assigned residence hall. Unloading parking permits are limited to 60 minutes. You will need to move to a long-term parking space after this time period using your garage permit or your “C” permit or by paying the daily rate to park in the garage.
• Avoid curbs painted yellow and all parking spaces designated disabled, UNLESS your vehicle has disabled plates or a placard.
• Bring only the vehicles needed – parking is limited.
• A handcart or dolly and family and friends are also a good idea.
rememBer… (Before you Get here)· Sign up for a check-in time before August 15.
This is critical if you plan to arrive for Early Check-In, to ensure your room is ready, or Late Check-In, to avoid having your contract cancelled.
· Pack effi ciently so that your car can be easily unloaded.
· Arrive at your check-in location during the allotted time period.
· After unloading your vehicle, move your vehicle to the designated parking area. Permits are available at check-in stations.
earlY cHeck-inEarlycheck-inbeginsat4p.m.,Tuesday,August16.Check-inis24hoursaday.Earlycheck-inendsFriday,August19at5a.m.Ifyouarriveafterthistimeyouwillhavetowaituntilregularcheck-inwhichbeginsat7a.m.
Mooov-In is a tradition of welcoming new and returning students into the halls with
assistance from volunteer faculty and staff. During scheduled Mooov-In times,
volunteers provide practical assistance and help establish a sense of community on
our campus. Look for their Mooov-In T-shirts!
moooV-in sCheDulefriday, august 19 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
saturday, august 20 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
sunday, august 21Noon–5 p.m.
Volunteers will be in each residence hall during these times to assist residents.
regular cHeck-in at ufcu discH-falk fieldIf you check in on:
friday, august 19 saturday, august 207 a.m.–6 p.m. 7 a.m.–6 p.m.
You will go to the UFCU Disch-Falk Field (DFF). See the map on the inside front cover of this brochure for location.
NOTE: Check-in stations are closed for relocation and setup between 5–7 a.m. and 6–7 p.m. on Friday
and Saturday.
after Hours cHeck-inThe halls are open 24 hours a day for check-in. Use the list of locations below to fi nd out where you will go to check in.
IF YOUR ROOM IS IN AFTER HOURS CHECK-IN AT
Andrews, Blanton, Carothers, or Littlefi eld Quad Desk (Carothers Hall)
Duren, Whitis Court Duren Desk
Kinsolving Kinsolving Desk
Jester East Jester East Desk
Jester West Jester West Desk
Brackenridge, Roberts, or Prather Prather Desk
Moore-Hill or Creekside Moore-Hill Desk
San Jacinto San Jacinto Desk
late cHeck-inYou are required to check in by 5 p.m. on Sunday, August 21. If you are unable to arrive by 5 p.m. you MUST notify DHFS in advance to avoid having your contract cancelled. You can do this on line or by calling the appropriate Area Offi ce.
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PoDsAre you ordering a PODS® (or other porta-ble storage container?) They can ONLY be delivered to designated areas on campus. Please communicate this information to the vendor.
North Campus: Designated POD area in the Kinsolving alley.
South Campus: Designated POD area on Jester Circle Drive.
The permitted drop-off time period: Saturday, August 13–Monday, August 22.
If the POD is dropped off at any other location, dropped off early, or not picked up by August 22, the POD will be moved at the RESIDENT’S expense. POD drop-off at the designated areas is limited to three days.
resnetResNet is short for Residential Network at The University of Texas at Austin. ResNet is your internet service provided by Information Technology Services (ITS). A basic ResNet subscription is included as part of your housing contract. To use the service, you will need a computer with a network card and an Ethernet cable.
You may upgrade your ResNet Internet Service from “Update Your Housing Choices” on the web and your ResNet upgrade will be included in your fi rst housing bill.
Learn more about ResNet:
http://resnet.utexas.edu
GARAGE PERMIT (“R”)You are encouraged to enter the random selection for the “R Permit”, but keep in mind that these permits are limited.For information regarding the selection process go to:
www.utexas.edu/parking/parking/student
For information regarding locations of garages, go to:
Email questions regarding the “R Permit” draw or garage parking in general to: [email protected]
SURFACE LOT PERMIT (“C”)The “C Permit,” offers a low cost option for students who need a vehicle on campus but do not utilize the garage. There are a limited number of “C” parking spaces available and the locations are remote. By upgrading to the "C+," you have the low cost alternative for weekday parking and you can utilize the garage for weekend parking at a highly reduced rate.
For questions regarding the shuttle or “C/C+ Permit” parking, send an e-mail to:[email protected]
For more information about student parking on campus, go to:
www.utexas.edu/parking/student/
Parking on camPusParking at the university is challenging. Parking and Transportation Services
encourages incoming students to consider various means of public and
University transportation options that offer reliable and convenient service.
If you bring a car to campus you have two options for parking on campus.
bicYclesBicycle racks are located near each residence hall. For more infor-mation about bicycle policies please refer to the on-line handbook.
Parking and Transportation Services (PTS) requires that bicycles on campus be registered.
Go to their website for more information:
www.utexas.edu/parking/transportation/biking/
sHuttles and bus serviceThe UT Shuttle System is the largest university shuttle system in the country, with 14 routes and over 7.5 million passengers annu-ally. The shuttle system provides an easy and cost effective way for students, faculty, staff, and visitors to access the UT campus. UT students may ride the shuttles at no charge with a valid UT photo ID.
UT students may also ride Capital Metro mainline buses free on any route in the city by presenting a valid UT photo ID upon enter-ing the bus.
Learn more about transportation while in Austin:
www.utexas.edu/parking/transportation/
Mooov-In is a tradition of welcoming new and returning students into the halls with
assistance from volunteer faculty and staff. During scheduled Mooov-In times,
volunteers provide practical assistance and help establish a sense of community on
our campus. Look for their Mooov-In T-shirts!
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“ Go to the dining centers on the 2nd fl oor of Jester or the 1st fl oor of Kinsolving. You will fi nd an assortment of foods all for under $5!”
“ I buy cereal or oatmeal to eat in my room for breakfast and only go to Kinsolving for breakfast on test days. Also, I buy sandwich makings from Kins Market so that way I get 10 lunches or so for the price of 3.”
“ I treat myself to coffee or lunch from Cypress Bend once a week. Eating there or at JCL all the time will make you run out quickly.”
You may begin using your Dine In Dollars and Bevo Bucks as soon as you check in. Hand the cashier your UT ID card to debit your account.
There are 34 full weeks in the long session. $1,400 Dine In Dollars will provide you with $41.18 per week to spend. You have a variety of food choices. It will be up to you to budget how you will spend your Dine In Dollars. Don’t forget that you also have $300 Bevo Bucks that can be used on and off campus. If you need additional Dine In Dollars or Bevo Bucks you may add money to either plan from the web.
When you eat in DHFS locations (except for Littlefi eld Patio Café before 2 p.m.) Dine In Dollars are automatically debited. You receive an average 41% discount when you eat in the all-you-care-to-eat dining centers. You receive a 10% discount in all other DHFS locations.
If your Dine In Dollar balance is low, transfer Bevo Bucks to Dine In Dollars to continue to receive the Dine In Dollar price at the all-you-care-to-eat dining centers.
At the end of the long session, remaining Dine In Dollars are transferred to a Rollover plan and can be used until 12/31/12. The Rollover plan receives a 10% discount in all DHFS locations including the all-you-care-to-eat dining centers.
Learn more about Dining Services:
www.utexas.edu/student/housing/dining
Dine in Dollars are aCCePteD in the folloWinG loCations• Kinsolving unlimited buffet dining center• J2 (Jester Second Floor) unlimited buffet dining center • Kin’s Market at Kinsolving• Jester City Limits food court • 40 Acres Bakery• Jest A’ Pizza• Jester City Market • Freshëns Smoothies & Yogurt Shop• Jest A’ Texas Store• Cypress Bend Market• Littlefi eld Patio Café (after 2 p.m.)
Operating hours of all of our locations are available on the website.
UNLIMITED BUFFET DINING CENTER PRICES
MEAL DINE IN DOLLARS BEVO BUCKS CASH
Breakfast $3.68 $4.95 $5.50
Lunch $4.24 $6.30 $7.00
Dinner $4.64 $7.20 $8.00
Prices include sales tax.
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stretcHing Your dine in dollarsHere are some suggestions from students to help you make the most of your meal plan:
“ Go to the buffet style places, like Kinsolving or J2. Those defi nitely help and you can treat yourself to JCL or Littlefi eld Patio Cafe once a week. Also, do not buy a drink every day. That gets really expensive.”
“ If you’ve got lots of dollars left over at the end of the year, look into buying non-per-ishables (laundry soap), school supplies, or shirts with your Dine In Dollars from Kin’s Market or Jester City Market.”
BeVo BuCksThe Bevo Bucks portion of the meal plan includes $300 in Bevo Bucks. Add money to your account at any time from the web.
Bevo Bucks can be used:•Invendingmachinesintheresidencehalls.•Inlaundrymachinesintheresidencehallsfor$1perload.•Incomputerlabsforprinting.•Atparticipatingmerchantsonoroffcampusforfoodand
non-foodpurchases.
Check the Bevo Bucks website for a list of participating merchants and merchant of the week specials.
www.utexas.edu/student/bevobucks
Look for the Bevo Bucks logo at all participating locations.
Many of the Bevo Bucks merchants deliver to campus. Deliveries must be picked up from the 24-hour residence hall desks.
Any remaining Bevo Bucks are refundable after graduation.
At DHFS, we’re committed to decreasing the amount of material we send to the
landfi ll each year. Please help us by recycling your paper, plastic bottles, cans and
other items. In residence halls, students are responsible for emptying the recycling
bins into a larger, color-corresponding recycling bin located in the trash or collection
rooms of their residence hall.
Your fi rst payment is due October 1, 2011. We will send
an email reminder to you a few days before your payment
is due. Financial aid is applied before classes start and
your billing information is available on the web for you to
view or pay. Go to: https://utdirect.utexas.edu/hfi s/
the Blue Bin is for PaPer ProDuCts*WHAT CAN GO IN THE PAPER BIN?• White or colored paper• Paperboard (cereal boxes, etc)• Newspaper and magazines• Phone books• Pizza boxes that are free of food
residue and liner removed• Self-adhesive notes• Card stock or index cards• Envelopes • Soft cover books with white pages• Any clean paper that tears
WHAT CANNOT GO IN THE PAPER BIN?• No metal or spiral bound books (the
paper can be recycled as long as it is removed from the binding)
• No paper towels or tissues• No carbon paper• No tear or water resistant papers• No colored hanging folders• No food, gum or liquids
the Green Bin is for PlastiC Bottles anD aluminum*WHAT CAN GO IN THE PLASTIC BOTTLE AND CAN BIN?• Plastic bottles #1 and 2
(empty, with no lid)• Clean aluminum, steel or tin cans
WHAT CANNOT GO IN THE PLASTIC BOTTLE AND CAN BIN?• Plastic bottle caps (these cannot be
recycled)• Microwave food trays• Yogurt cups• Plastic ware• Any plastics other than # 1 and 2• No food, gum or liquids
the BlaCk, BroWn or Grey Bins are for items WhiCh Cannot Be reCyCleD*
other itemsDHFS also recycles batteries, ink cartridges and compact fl uorescent light bulbs. Ask your RA about the collection points in your residence hall.
Learn more about recycling other materials on campus, such as electronics:
www.utexas.edu/safety/ehs/recycle/oncampus.html
* Please do not put non-recyclable items into the recycle bins as 10% contamination in the recycling dumpster will result in the entire load being sent to the landfi ll.
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three Payment oPtions1. Pay the total amount due for the long session by October 1, 2011.
2. You can pay your housing bill in two installments. The fall semester payment is due Oct. 1, 2011 and the spring semester payment is due Feb. 1, 2012.
3. For an additional charge of $8 each semester you can pay in six installments. The installments are due October 1, 2011, November 1, 2011, December 1, 2011, February 1, 2012, March 1, 2012, and April 1, 2012.
late feesYour payment is late after the fi fth of each month. You will be charged a $10 late fee each month that you are late. The email reminder is not a bill. If you do not receive the email, you are still responsible to pay on time.
Payment methoDs
1. CASH The Bursar’s Offi ce in Room 8 of the Main Building accepts cash.
2. CHECK Make checks payable to The University of Texas at Austin and include your UT EID on the check.
Bring It The Bursar’s Offi ce in Room 8 of the Main Building accepts checks.
Mail It Print your statement from the web and detach the bottom third (this is the payment coupon.) Enclose a check with the payment coupon in an envelope and mail it to: Division of Housing and Food ServicePO Box 7666Austin, TX 78713-7666
Drop It Print your statement from the web and detach the bottom third (this is the payment coupon.) Enclose a check with the payment coupon in an envelope and place it in the DHFS drop box located at the entrance to the DHFS Division Offi ce at 200 West Dean Keeton (in Kinsolving Residence Hall.)
3. MY HOUSING WEB PAGE E-check E-check deducts funds from your checking account. Your bank account infor-mation is not stored. E-checks can be used by students or anyone acting as an eProxy.
Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) The Electronic Funds Transfer option allows the university to withdraw funds from your bank account upon your request.
Credit or Debit CardPayments by MasterCard, Discover, or American Express can be made at your My Housing web page with an added con-venience fee of 2.33% of the payment amount. The University does not accept credit cards in person or over the telephone.
finanCial aiDUnpaid housing charges will be deducted automatically from your fi nancial aid each semester when your aid is released. Be sure to check your on-line housing bill to see if a balance remains on your account after your fi nancial aid has been applied. Late fees and service charges will be applied if your account is not paid in full by your fi nancial aid disbursement.
PaYing
PAYMENT DUE DATES: FALL/SPRING 2011–2012
INSTALLMENT DUE DATE
Fall–FirstInstallment October1,2011
Fall–SecondInstallment November1,2011
Fall–ThirdInstallment December1,2011
Spring–FirstInstallment February1,2012
Spring–SecondInstallment March1,2012
Spring–ThirdInstallment April1,2012
HOUSING RATES FOR THE LONG SESSION 2011–2012
Sharedspacewithcommunitybath $8,504
Sharedspacewithconnectingorprivatebath $9,023
SharedspaceinWhitisCourtwithcommunitybath $8,712
SharedspaceinSanJacintoandDuren $10,564
Singlewithcommunitybath $10,154
PremiumSinglewithcommunitybath $11,805
PremiumSinglewithconnectingorprivatebath $12,325
DurenSingle $14,791
Rates are for both semesters of the long session and include room, board, ResNet, sales tax on board, $1,400 Dine In Dollars and $300 Bevo Bucks.
for HousingPaYingfor HousingPaYing
Your fi rst payment is due October 1, 2011. We will send
an email reminder to you a few days before your payment
is due. Financial aid is applied before classes start and
your billing information is available on the web for you to
view or pay. Go to: https://utdirect.utexas.edu/hfi s/
fire safetyFire and life safety is of paramount impor-tance within the residence halls. Your actions could affect the life and property of other students in your community. Please be aware of your actions and observe Health, Fire and Life Safety policies. To enhance fi re safety within the residence halls, cer-tain appliances and items are prohibited.
Tampering with fi re life safety equipment is considered a Class A Misdemeanor subject to fi nes and imprisonment. At a minimum, students found responsible for tampering with fi re and life safety equip-ment or students found in violation of fi re and life safety policies are subject to pen-alty. This includes disciplinary action up to removal from the residence hall, fi nes and possible legal action.
The university also has in place policies and procedures to improve fi re and life safety, including the prohibition of smok-ing, candles, and incense, and restrictions on open coiled appliances, heating units and halogen lamps. Additionally, the uni-versity conducts nightly fi re and life safety inspections of residence hall common areas and performs regular fi re and life safety inspections of student rooms.See more on page 18.
Introduce yourself to your RA.
Ask your RA or returning
neighbors for a tour of the
building.
Walk around your building’s
area (Waller Creek, Jester or
Whitis Area) to learn more
about where you live.
Get to know the other people
moving in. You’ll be living with
them all year, so reach out now!
ComPuter laBsComputer labs are provided for residents in the residence halls. They are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Swipe your UT ID card in the card reader to enter a computer lab.
The computer labs will open for the fall semester beginning on Wednesday, August 17.
Our labs are monitored 24 hours a day, so please be respectful of our rules and poli-cies. 24-hour access is benefi cial for our residents. We hope you take advantage of this benefi t.
www.utexas.edu/student/housing/labs
telePhoneIf you need local land line phone service in your room you may request installation of service by completing an online form located on the website.
The price for establishing telephone service in your room is $150 installation each time and $20 per month for basic local service (months are not prorated). For example, August–May (10 months service) will cost $350 to be billed on your housing bill.
Telephone Service Request Form:
www.utexas.edu/student/housing/current
Your new addressResidence halls start accepting mail on August 17, 2011.
Do not insert “The University of Texas at Austin” in the address. This will result in your mail being delayed. Your mail should be addressed as follows:
Andrews residents:2401 Whitis Ave. AND # (room number)Austin TX 78705
Blanton residents:2500 University Ave. BLD # (room number)Austin TX 78705
Brackenridge residents:303 East 21st St. BHD # (room number) Austin TX 78705
Some advice from current students about what to do as soon as you’ve moved in:
work close to Home The Division of Housing and Food Service is now hiring for its on-campus food service positions.
CONTACTKINSOLVING AREA JOBS Greg MoorePhone: (512) 471-1336Email: [email protected]
JESTER AREA JOBS Joseph Leonor Phone: (512) 232-6411 Email: [email protected]
The University of Texas at Austin is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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BENEFIT S FOR
FOOD SERVICE
EMPLOYEES
Startat$8.25/hr
Flexiblescheduling
Oncampuslocations
Freemealpershift
ConstruCtion ProJeCts on CamPus View a map of construction projects on campus to see how your residence hall may be affected.:
http://www.utexas.edu/operations/construction/
Construction takes place between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. with the exception of concrete-pouring processes, which often take place at night.
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BiCyClesBICYCLE REGISTRATIONParking and Transportation Services (PTS) requires that bicycles on the university campus be registered. Once you register your bicycle online (www.utexas.edu/parking/transportation/biking/registration.html), PTS will send you a decal to be placed on your bike. Bicycle registrations allow University Police to fi nd owners of stolen or abandoned bicycles.
BICYCLE STORAGE POLICYBicycle racks are located near each residence hall. Lock bicycles on the racks provided. Bicycles may not be chained to sign posts, railings or any other university property. Upon mutual consent of roommates, bicycles may be stored in residence hall rooms provided the exit from the room is not obstructed. Bicycle hooks or other physical alterations to the ceilings, walls, closets or furniture may not be made to accommodate bicycle storage. Bicycle hooks or other physical alterations found in rooms will be removed at the resident’s expense.
Freestanding bicycle-storage units available from retailers are permissible. Bicycle storage in hallways, lounges, stairwells or other public space is not permitted. Bicycles secured in public areas will be removed by university staff and impounded by the UTPD. The removal charge is $50.
Pedals and other protruding parts may scratch walls and cause personal injury to others. When transporting your bicycle indoors, you should avoid tracking dirt into the hall and causing congestion. Bicycles may not be ridden indoors. Violations of the Bicycle Storage Policy may result in disciplinary action and loss of privilege to store your bicycle indoors. The owner of the bicycle will be responsible for all expenses and fi nes associated with facilities damage and/or removal of the bicycle.
BathroomsCOMMUNITY BATHROOMSIt is the responsibility of each resident to help keep the community bathrooms clean and usable for other residents between scheduled cleaning by Building Services Staff.
Community bathrooms are designated as male or female. Community baths with locking devices should remain locked and are accessible by entering your bathroom code. Toilet tissue is provided in community bathrooms.
CONNECTING OR PRIVATE BATHROOMSIt is the responsibility of each resident in the room or suite to clean and maintain the connecting or private bathroom facility. Toilet tissue is not provided in connecting or private bathrooms.
AN ALPHABETICAL
LIST OF NEARLY
EVERYTHING YOU
NEED TO KNOW ABOUT
STRESS-FREE
RESIDENCE HALL
LIVING
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LAUNDRY 101: MAKE YOUR FAMILY PROUD
Care of faCilitiesStudents are responsible for maintaining their rooms in a neat and orderly fashion at all times. Neat and orderly includes maintaining an acceptable level of clean-liness and a room free of mold, mildew, trash and debris. Residence Life and Building Services staffs conduct routine health, fire and life safety room inspec-tions. Students found in violation will be given 48 hours to remedy the situation. Failure to take corrective actions will result in disciplinary action, including a room-cleaning fee up to $50 for each resident. Cleaning of private or connect-ing bathrooms is subject to an additional fee of up to $120.
Students are encouraged to personalize their residence hall room. When personal-izing your room, take into account the following guidelines: Students should not drill or nail holes in walls, ceilings, doors or furniture. Tack strips, bulletin boards or removable adhesive should be used to mount items on walls, doors and furniture. Decals, posters, tacks, adhesive tape or other items should not be affixed to the ceiling. Students may not paint rooms. (Paint requests can be submitted through your area desk.) No more than 20 percent of any wall should be covered with posters or other type of flammable materials. Cloth or paper materials should not be used to cover lighting. Furniture may not be disassembled unless specifically designed for this purpose.
Stickers should not be adhered to furniture, walls, doors or ceilings. Students should be familiar with residence hall guidelines per-taining to approved and non-approved items. Residence hall rooms must be returned to their original condition upon check out. This includes the removal of adhesive tape and cleaning the room. Failure to do so will result in charges.
CheCk inUpon arrival to the Residence Halls, all residents are to attend a Wing Meeting and an Emergency Preparedness Meeting with their floor. This is a great opportunity to meet neighbors as well as learn the policies and procedures of living in the residence halls. It is your responsi-bility to complete the Room Condition Form (RCF) and return it to your RA with-in 48 hours of checking into your room. The condition of your room should be carefully noted. Charges noted at check-out cannot be appealed if the discrepancy is not listed or if a completed RCF is not on file.
CheCkoutResidents are encouraged to vacate with-in 24-hours of their last exam or by 9 a.m. the day following the last final examination scheduled during the general university exam period, whichever is earlier. Failure to follow established checkout procedures or leave by established checkout times will result in a $25 improper checkout charge, in addition to any damage, clean-ing or lost key charges.
Residents are not released from their room and board contract except for reasons described in the terms and conditions. Contact DHFS Housing Reservations, 471-3136 or [email protected], with questions regarding the terms and conditions of the room and board contract.
room entryWhile respecting your personal privacy at all times, the university reserves the right to authorize entry into your room for the following reasons:
Doors should never be propped. This includes room doors, locked doors to hallways, bathroom doors and exterior doors. The lock disabled or the door held open for an unknown person creates a safety risk to all residents. Doing so is a violation of residence hall policy and subject to disciplinary action.
1. Check the labels. Place all clothes that are labeled “wash separately,” “hand wash,” or “dry clean only” into separate piles.
2. Sort washables by color. Whites, pastels, light gray and light prints go in one pile. Dark colors – black, red, navy, brown, dark gray – go in another pile.
3. Next, sort each pile by type of fabric: heavy items vs. light ones. If you can spare the change to wash these piles separately, your clothes will thank you.
4. Read the directions on your low-sudsing detergent. It will tell you how much to use and when to put it in the machine. To conserve, you can usually use half the detergent recommended.
5. Choose your water temperature. Unless your clothes are filthy, cold water will take care of most needs. And always rinse in cold water – warm or hot rinsing just wastes energy.
Important! Sheets and towels need to be washed at the hottest possible temperature at least every other wash to kill germs.
Please visit us online for more details on dHfs Policies: www. utexas.edu/student/Housing/Handbook
LAUNDRY 101: MAKE YOUR FAMILY PROUD6. Check that all pockets are empty and close all zippers and buttons. Then load clothes gently to make sure they’re not wadded up. Don’t stuff the machines too full, either.
7. Study very hard while your clothes are getting washed. When the cycle is complete, remove clothes promptly to save on wrinkles. Hang clothes to air dry or put them in a dryer.
8. Dry lightweight items separate from the heavier items. You can dry two loads of lightweight items in one dryer. Add a quarter during the cycle to get 15 additional minutes of dryer time.
9. Hang or fold each piece as it comes out of the dryer to prevent wrinkling.
Now wouldn’t your family be proud?!
eleCtroniC mail PoliCyElectronic mail (e-mail), like postal mail, is a mechanism for offi cial university communication to students. The univer-sity will exercise the right to send e-mail communications to all students, and the university will expect that e-mail commu-nications will be received and read in a timely manner. Every student must pro-vide the university with his or her offi cial e-mail address using the online update form in UT Direct:
https://utdirect.utexas.edu/hfi s
The student’s offi cial e-mail address is the destination to which the university will send offi cial e-mail communications.
It is the responsibility of every student to keep the university informed of changes in his or her offi cial e-mail address. Consequently, e-mail returned to the uni-versity with “User Unknown” is not an acceptable excuse for missed communi-cation.
All admitted and enrolled students may claim an e-mail address at no additional cost as provided by Information Technology Services. For information on obtaining an e-mail address, see the ITS Email website:
utmail.utexas.edu
emerGenCyLook for this symbol on our website to fi nd the most up to date emergency information.
esCort PoliCiesGuests must be escorted when visiting you. This applies to same-sex and oppo-site-sex residents of other residence halls, opposite-sex residents of the same hall, as well as off-campus visitors. All persons entering any residence hall may do so only if on offi cial business with the hall desk or to visit residents. There are house phones located in each of the resi-dence hall main lobbies and in each ele-vator lobby in Jester Center. The phones should be used when guests arrive to alert you of their arrival.
If you live on a coed fl oor, opposite-sex guests are only allowed in your room during guest hours. If you live on a single-sex fl oor, opposite-sex guests are only allowed on your fl oor or in your room during guest hours (see Guest Hours).
The Escort Policy protects students from unwanted solicitation as well as preserving the residence hall community. It is impor-tant that you and your guests understand and comply with this policy. Failure to do so will result in referral through the disci-plinary process. It is your right as a resident to ask individuals for identifi cation and if they belong in your building. This includes unescorted guests and individuals who tailgate into the building through an access door. Noncompliant individuals should be reported to the desk.
Found yourself outta cash and in need of some fun? Here are some low-budget ideas that’ll set you back less than a Lincoln:ON CAMPUS
Bowling at the UnionThe Natural History MuseumThe Blanton Museum (free tours)The Harry Ransom Center (free tours)Some UT student-produced playsHot tub at GregoryMidnight Prowl (Google for info)UT Tower ($5 tours)Monthly Movies at the Union Turtle watching at the Biology pond
OFF CAMPUS
Barton Springs at Zilker ParkKayak or canoe on Town LakeSouth Congress window shopping Texas State Capitol (free tours)FU
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Laundry facilities are available 24 hours per day and are located in every residence hall. Washers and dryers are $1 per load and accept coins and Bevo Bucks.
Please visit us online for more details on dHfs Policies: www. utexas.edu/student/Housing/Handbook
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Fire and life safety is of paramount importance within the residence halls. Your actions could affect the life and property of other students in your community. Please be aware of your actions and observe Health, Fire and Life Safety Policies. To enhance fi re safety within the resi-dence halls, certain appliances and items are prohibited. If you are not sure about an item, please ask your RA or send your question to DHFS ([email protected]). Your questions will be presented to the University Fire Marshal’s offi ce for a response.
FIRE AND LIFE SAFETY VIOLATIONSTampering with fi re life safety equipment is con-sidered a Class A Misdemeanor subject to fi nes and imprisonment. At a minimum, students found responsible for tampering with fi re and life safety equipment or students found in violation of Fire and Life Safety Policies are subject to the penalties listed in the table below. This includes disciplinary action up to removal from the resi-dence hall, fi nes and possible legal action.
Residents who receive a fi ne for a fi rst time fi re safety violation may have the fi ne waived if they review educational health, fi re and life safety information on the DHFS website and take a
Fire Safety Test on the reviewed material. This option is not available in cases of tampering or vandalism to fi re safety equipment, arson, setting off a false alarm, or discharging of fi reworks (including Poppers), or explosives. Subsequent violations of policies beyond the fi rst violation will result in the resident being referred to the Hall Coordinator for disciplinary adjudication, including possible removal from the hall.
NOTICE: SENATE BILL 1334Tenant shall not disconnect or intentionally damage a smoke detector or remove the battery from a smoke detector without immediately replacing it with a working battery. Tenant may be subject to damages, civil penalties, and attorney's fees under Section 92.2611 of the Texas Property Code for not complying with the foregoing notice.
NOTE: State laws, amended in 2001, upgrade the penalty for discharging fi reworks and explo-sives within educational facilities, assemblies and residence hall occupancies from a misde-meanor to a state jail felony offense. Any student found discharging fi reworks or explosives is subject to university disciplinary action, fi nes, and criminal prosecution (including jail time).
Obstruction of fi re sprinkler system:Includeshangingitemsfromsprinklerheadorobstructingproperoperationofsprinklersystem.Examplesincludeplacingorstoringitemswithin18inchesofsprinklerhead(includingsprinklerheadsincloset),andcoveringorhangingitemsfromsprinkler;
Open fl ame:Havinganopenfl ameoruseofopenfl amedeviceswithintheresidencehallorwithinimmediatesurroundingsoutsideanyresidencehall(exceptoutdoorsmokingandgrilling).
HealtH, fire & life safetYHealtH, fire & life safetYHealtH, fire & life safetY
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furnitureCommon areas are furnished with tables and lounge furniture for your comfort and enjoyment. Televisions are also pro-vided in selected areas for your use. Furniture or equipment owned by the university may not be moved around in the public areas or removed from the public areas. Furniture that is provided in student rooms and accounted for on a resident’s Room Condition Form (RCF) must remain in the room and cannot be moved from one student room to anoth-er or removed from the residence hall. You are subject to disciplinary action and a $25 charge plus any necessary repair or replacement costs (of moved furni-ture) for the unauthorized movement or dismantling of furnishings or equipment belonging to the residence halls.
Residents may bunk or loft their beds if they have furniture designed to allow it. Pins for bunking or lofting are available at the area desk. Facilities staff can per-form this work for a standard charge of $30. The beds must be returned to their original position at the end of the semester unless they were bunked or lofted prior to resident occupancy. Failure to do so will result in a $50 charge. Only university-provided beds designed for bunking or lofting may be arranged in such positions. Students may not construct their own lofts or beds Water-fi lled furniture is not permitted.
Water ConserVationAs part of the Division's overall energy reduction effort, low fl ow showerheads and faucet aerators have been placed on fi xtures in all bathrooms to conserve water. You should not tamper with or remove showerheads or faucet aerators. Staff will check for DHFS showerheads and faucet aerators during Fire, Life and Health Inspections. Residents will be charged to replace or reinstall these in private or connecting bathrooms. Replacement cost of the showerhead is $20 and replacement cost of the faucet aerator is $15.
GuestsGUEST HOURSOnly residents and their guests are per-mitted in the residence halls. Guest hours for the Residence Halls are:
During these times, you may have guests from other fl oors, from other residence halls or from off-campus as long as they are properly escorted (see Escort Policies). Opposite-sex guests are not permitted to visit your room at any time other than dur-ing designated guest hours. Guests should not be left alone in your room if you are not present on the fl oor.
To alter guest hours, two-thirds of all resi-dents in the designated living group must vote by secret ballot in favor of any change. A fl oor meeting will be held during the fi rst week of classes to provide informa-tion about the policy and how it affects the living environment. You are encour-aged to promote a positive community atmosphere in the living unit and are responsible for enforcing the policies that have been established. Residents may only vote at the start of each semester to increase guest hours, but may vote at any time during the semester to reduce guest hours.
All residence halls will be locked at or before midnight, seven days a week. Residents returning to the residence halls will be admitted upon presentation of proper identifi cation (university ID). For your own protection, you are urged to tell your roommate or your RA about unusual destinations and expected times of return. After the 12th class day of the fall semester, guest hours may be reduced or expanded within the following maximum times:
Guest hours are subject to change during Thanksgiving weekend and spring break. Guests are required to sign in upon entering the residence halls. Failure to follow estab-lished guest hour policies will result in disciplinary action and forfeiture of guest privileges.
GUESTS/OVERNIGHTBeginning in the Fall 2011 semester through the end of the Spring 2012 semester, Division of Housing and Food Service will implement a pilot project that will allow for students who reside in Moore-Hill and Duren Residence Halls to have guests 24 hours a day. For additional details refer to the Residence Hall Manual.
You are responsible for your guest’s behavior. By bringing a guest into the living environment, you must be willing to assume responsibility for your guest’s behavior. Guests are subject to the poli-cies under which University Residence Halls operate. It is your responsibility to inform your guests of residence hall poli-cies and procedures and to encourage compliance. While you cannot control another person’s behavior, you can control who you choose to have as a guest.
The decision to have an overnight guest must be mutually agreed upon by you and your roommate. Same sex guests may be invited to spend a maximum of three nights in the hall. No more than two over-night guests per room will be allowed. The host must register overnight guest(s) at the 24-hour desk for their hall. By register-ing a guest, the host is affi rming that the stated individual is their guest and not the guest of another resident. It is a violation of university policy to sign in a guest under “false pretenses” in order to bypass exist-ing guest hour policies. When the over-night guest is registered, the host must escort the guest at all times within the building.
If coming in after midnight, the overnight guest pass must be presented to the Night Supervisor and the host must be present for the guest to enter. Failure to register an overnight guest is a policy violation and will result in disciplinary action. Mattresses or other bedding materials are not avail-able for check out. Sleeping bags, foam pads and air mattresses may be rented through Recreational Sports. Call 471-8047 for more information. For security reasons, overnight guests are not permit-ted before the beginning of classes, holi-days or fi nal examination periods. The Hall Coordinator may grant exceptions for immediate family.
Your room can refl ect your personality by adding your personal touch.
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key/temPorary iD CarDResidents who lose or temporarily misplace their room key and/or university ID should immediately go to the appropriate 24 hour desk to check out a temporary key and/or ID card to gain access to residential living areas and dining facilities. A temporary key and/or ID card may be checked out for a maximum of 72 hours.
For safety and security reasons, upon immediate request of the resident or if the original key is not returned within 72 hours, a lock change will be ordered and charged to the resident. For security purposes, obtaining a temporary ID card disables your university ID for door access, Dine In Dollars and Bevo Bucks. You can deactivate your university ID card online (https://utdirect.utexas.edu/eid/lostid/lostid.WBX). If you choose this method of deactivation you must get a new ID card from the ID Center and pay them $10. For more ID Information, visit the ID Center (http://www.utexas.edu/its/idcenter/index.php). The ID Center is located on the main fl oor of the Flawn Academic Center.
If the temporary card is not returned within 72 hours, the tempo-rary card will be deactivated and the resident will be charged a $10 replacement fee. The resident will also receive an e-mail reminder to return the temporary card. Residents are responsible for obtaining a replacement university ID card from the university ID Center ($10 replacement cost), located in the Flawn Academic Center. Each resident is permitted a total of four temporary key and/or temporary ID cards checkouts per year. Subsequent key and/or ID checkouts may result in disciplinary action and a $10 charge being assessed per occurrence.
There is a $75 charge to pay the cost of labor and materials for lock changes. Once the Maintenance Request has been entered, there can be no reversal of the order and the resident will be required to pay the full amount. A bent or broken key will be replaced at no charge as long as there is no evidence of vandal-ism; otherwise, there is a $2 replacement key charge. The bent or broken key must be turned in with your request to replace it. If the bent or broken key is not returned, the resident will be charged $75 for a lock change.
Keys must be turned in to the residence hall offi ce when check-ing out of the hall. University keys may not be duplicated. Possession or use of university keys other than those offi cially issued, tampering with university locks, or loaning your key to another individual are violations of residence hall policy and are subject to disciplinary action. Room keys will only be issued to the contract holder.
motorCyCles anD moPeDsMotorcycle and moped parking areas are located near each resi-dence hall. Motorcycles and mopeds must be registered with Parking and Transportation Services to be parked on campus. Mopeds may not be chained to sign posts, railings, bicycle racks or any other university property. Due to fi re hazards and concern for the general safety of residents, motorcycles, mopeds, motor scooters and other internal combustion engine vehicles are not permitted in the residence halls.
Quiet hoursQuiet hours are enforced in all residence halls from 10 p.m.–9 a.m. The noise level during these hours should be such that if the room door is closed, a person walking down the hall could not hear anything. The use of headphones is strongly encouraged for music and video games. Beginning the week before fi nals through the end of fi nals, a 24-hour quiet period is expected. It is essential that residents’ sleep and study needs are particu-larly respected during fi nal exams. At all times, quiet hours are in effect.
Playing musical instruments is permitted within the living area, as long as it is not disturbing others. The same guidelines outlined under Quiet Hours apply to the playing of musical instruments.
For a community atmosphere to develop and fl ourish, residents must show respect and courtesy toward each other. This particu-larly applies to requests made of you by other residents concern-ing noise reduction or other community concerns. Students who continuously fail to maintain appropriate quiet hour standards may be reassigned to another area and may be subjected to disciplinary actions.
PetsFish in small aquariums are the only pets allowed. Any other animals found in the residence hall will be removed at the expense of the resident, who will be subject to disciplinary action.
so long,
good luck,
and remember
that no silly fish
will ever love
you like i do...
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roommate ConfliCtThe Division of Housing and Food Service is committed to mak-ing residence hall living an enjoyable and growth-fi lled experi-ence. When confl ict between roommates occurs, Residence Life staff may be asked to intervene and help roommates come to an agreement. By student request, or at the discretion of the Residence Life staff member, a roommate confl ict may be referred to a Peer Arbitration Leader to assist with resolution of the confl ict. Roommates may be asked to complete a “roommate agreement” that addresses specifi c concerns. This agreement between roommates becomes binding and will be used to resolve future confl icts that may occur.
When dealing with confl icts between roommates that become diffi cult to resolve, or when dealing with an aggressive room-mate, it is the prerogative of the Hall Coordinator to move one or both residents from the room.
An aggressive roommate is one whose acts or communication are intended to harass, intimidate or humiliate.
One or both roommates may be moved under the following circumstances:
The Division of Housing and Food Service may recommend sending a case to the Offi ce of the Dean of Students and may elect to cancel a resident’s contract should the resident be involved in similar circumstances after a move has occurred.
sPorts in the hallsSports should be played in designated recreational areas and facili-ties. Residents may not engage in sports or sports-related activities within residence hall rooms, lounges or other public areas.
Sports include, but are not limited to, playing Frisbee, rollerblad-ing, skateboarding, tossing balls and/or wrestling. Playing sports in confi ned areas such as rooms and hallways can lead to student injury, activation of sprinkler system, and/or damage to personal and university property.
street siGns anD state & loCal ProPertyDisplaying street or traffi c signs in the residence halls is prohibited. Unauthorized university, state or city property is subject to confi s-cation and individuals may be subject to disciplinary action.
BEST
STU
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POTSUnder-the-radar locations to get
brainy on campus include:Life Science Library, Main Building, 2nd fl oor
Presidential Lounge, Texas Union, 3rd fl oor
Architecture Library, Battle Hall, Main Level
Rio Grande Room, Duren Residence Hall, 1st fl oor
Benson Latin American Library, Sid Richardson Hall, 1st fl oor
Perry-Castañeda Library, 6th fl oor
Fine Arts Library, Doty Fine Arts Building, 4th fl oor
use of faCilitiesLounges and common areas within the residence halls, outdoor patios, courtyards and amphitheaters directly outside the resi-dence halls are for the use of residents and invited guests. Lounges may be reserved for residence hall activities and only by residence hall staff and residence hall associations. Individuals and/or groups occupying a reserved lounge are expected to relocate when notifi ed that the lounge is reserved.
Priority for use of facilities is given to activities and/or programs that are offi cially reserved, benefi t all residents, and the partici-pating audience is comprised of 75 percent residence hall students. NOTE: Programs or activities co-sponsored by residence hall staff and/or residence hall association offi cers must comply with DHFS Co-sponsorship Policy 9.30.
Students may not use property, buildings, facilities or university resources to operate a “for profi t” business. Authorized use must be conducted in compliance with applicable Regents’ Rules and Regulations, rules of the institution, University Computing Policies, federal, State, and local laws and regulations.
WinDoWs anD sCreensWindow screens may not be removed. Removal and replace-ment of screens is often dangerous, and a charge will be assessed for reinstallation or replacement. Throwing things out of windows or using your window for an entry or exit from your room will result in referral through the disciplinary process with possible removal from the residence halls. Opening windows is a safety and security risk. For reasons of safety and security, windows in buildings are not to be opened unless authorized. A $25 charge will be assessed for windows opened in violation of this policy.
Any malfunction of the air conditioning system should be reported immediately to your residence hall offi ce. The air conditioning maintenance personnel report to the unit offi ces on a regular basis to receive your reports. Adjustments in the air conditioning are made daily, Monday through Friday.
WeaPons, fireWorks anD eXPlosiVesFireworks, chemicals, lighter fl uid, gaso-line, other explosives and fl ammables, and any weapons that could infl ict bodily harm or result in disturbances of the peace are prohibited in the residence halls and on the university campus. Facsimiles, including water guns and air guns, are also prohibited on campus. The prohibition applies to all persons, students, faculty, staff and campus visitors, and it applies to all areas of the university. Texas law states that possession of fi rearms, illegal knives, clubs or prohibited weapons on a college campus is a third-degree felony. Any stu-dent found in possession of any of these weapons is subject to disciplinary action, removal from the residence hall and/or arrest. Controlled substances and/or the storage or use of chemicals that generate EPA regulated classifi ed wastes (this includes photography development) are prohibited in the residence halls.
Fireworks (pyrotechnics) of any kind are not permitted in the residence halls or on the UT campus, under any circumstances. Fireworks can be construed to include, but is not limited to, pyrotechnic devices that make loud noises and/or exude some kind of spark. Violations of this policy will result in removal from the residence halls.
CMPS BLDG ABBRVTNSRESIDENCE HALLS
Andrews AND
Blanton BLD
Brackenridge BHD
Carothers CRD
Creekside CRH
Duren ADH
Jester JES
Kinsolving KIN
Littlefi eld LTD
Moore-Hill MHD
Prather PHD
Roberts RHD
San Jacinto SJH
Whitis Court LLH
OTHER BUILDINGS
Burdine Hall BUR
Flawn Academic Center FAC
George I. Sánchez Building SZB
Gregory Gym GRE
Jesse H. Jones Communication Center-A CMA
Mary E. Gearing Hall GEA
McCombs School of Business CBA
Perry-Castañeda Library PCL
Recreational Sports Center RSC
Robert A. Welch Hall WEL
Robert Lee Moore Hall RLM
Student Services Building SSB
Texas Union UNB
Tower/Main Building MAI
YOU CAN NOW CALL AUSTIN — ONE OF THE GREATEST CITIES IN THE WORLD — HOME! HERE ARE A FEW NOT-TO-BE-MISSED PLACES TO ENJOY WITH FRIENDS & FAMILY!
A USER’S GUIDE TO & CENTRAL TEXAS
attraCtions
The State CapitolCONGRESS AT 12TH STREET
An extraordinary example of late 19th century public architecture.www.tspb.state.tx.us/spb/capitol/texcap.htm
Barton Springs201 BARTON SPRINGS ROAD
IN ZILKER PARK
A spring-fed, 900 ft-long natural swimming pool that stays a cool 68° year-round. Open all year.
Mount Bonnell3800 MOUNT BONNELL DRIVE
The highest point in Austin’s city limits offers views of Lake Austin, downtown, and the 360 bridge. Site of the last scene in Slacker.
The Bats at the Ann Richards BridgeCONGRESS AT LADY BIRD LAKE
Home to more than 1.5 million Mexican Free Tail bats, they come out at dusk to feed around the city. Time varies per month.
Butler Park Fountain201 LEE BARTON DRIVE
This inviting animated fountain offers hours of cool fun day and night.
Lady Bird Lake Hike & Bike TrailAROUND LADY BIRD LAKE
Get in up to 7 miles of walking, running, or biking while taking in some of Austin’s best views.
6th StreetBETWEEN CONGRESS AND I-35
Notorious shenanigans abound. Ride the E-Bus from campus. www.utexas.edu/parking/transportation/ebus
roaD triPs
Tubin’ in San MarcosSAN MARCOS, S. ON 1-35
A refreshing playground for swimming, canoeing, tubing— and even riding a glass bottom boat at Aquarena Center. www. ci.san-marcos.tx.us/tourism
Hike Enchanted Rock16710 RANCH RD 965,
FREDERICKSBURG
Enjoy primitive backpacking, camping, hiking, technical and rock climbing, picnicking, geological study, bird watching, and star gazing. www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/fi ndadest/parks/enchanted_rock
Take a Dip in Hamilton PoolHAMILTON POOL ROAD, FM 3238
A favorite summer swimming spot for Austin visitors and residents since the 60s. www.wildtexas.com/parks/hpp.php
Lady Bird Johnson Wildfl ower CenterSOUTH MOPAC AT LA CROSSE
AVE., SOUTH AUSTIN
The Center’s gardens display the native plants of the Central Texas Hill Country, South and West Texas. www.wildfl ower.org
San Antonio’s River WalkE. COMMERCE ST.
Great place to eat great food and relax after a long day at the San Antonio Zoo. www.thesananto-nioriverwalk.com
shoPPinG
The DragGUADALUPE BETWEEN
MLK & 27TH STREET
The portion of Guadalupe Street that runs along the western edge of the University of Texas.
South CongressSOUTH CONGRESS AVE
On the First Thursday of each month, merchants of the historic, pedestrian-friendly South Congress Avenue keep their doors open until 10 pm (and later in some cases), playing host to an array of events and activities.
Barton Creek MallLOOP 1 (MOPAC) AT HIGHWAY 360
One of the larger shopping malls in Austin, guaranteed to have what you are looking for.
The DomainLOOP 1 (MOPAC) AND
BRAKER LANE
Dining, retail and entertainment community in northwest Austin.www.thedomainaustin.com
The ArboretumHIGHWAY 360 AT 183
Retail and restaurants for blocks.
Outlet MallsSAN MARCOS AND ROUND ROCK
From one end of IH 35 to the other. Austin is in between two great outlet malls.
eVents & festiVals
ACL FestivalZILKER PARK–SEPTEMBER
They don’t call Austin the “Live Music Capital of the World” for nothin’! www.aclfestival.com
SXSWCITY WIDE–MARCH
The SXSW Music and Media Conference features a legendary showcase of 1,800+ musical acts of all genres from around the globe on over eighty stages in downtown Austin. www.sxsw.com
Eeyeore’s Birthday PartyPEASE PARK–APRIL
A day-long festival to mark the birthday of Pooh’s sidekick, it has taken place annually in Austin since 1963. www.Eeyores.org
Fun Fun Fun FestivalAUDITORIUM SHORES–
NOVEMBER
www.funfunfunfest.com
Pecan Street FestivalDOWNTOWN–MAY AND
SEPTEMBER
www.oldpecanstreetfestival.com
Hot Sauce FestivalWATERLOO PARK–AUGUST
In the nineteen years since its inception, what started as a friendly contest between Austin and San Antonio has become one of the largest – and spiciest— annual contests in the world.
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missinG Persons notifiCation On August 14, 2008, the Higher Education Opportunity Act was signed into law. As a direct result of this act, a Missing Persons Notifi cation Policy was created that addresses appropriate response to reports of missing students. The Missing Persons Notifi cation Policy applies to all students who reside in on-campus housing.
All students who reside in on-campus housing must designate another individual as a contact. This contact will be notifi ed by the university if the student is determined to be missing for more than 24 hours.
Notifi cation will be made to the designated contact and the appropriate law enforce-ment agency for students of any age who reside on campus and are determined to be missing for more than 24 hours. The Missing Persons Notifi cation Policy also covers emancipated students under 18 who reside on campus, and stipulates that the student’s custodial parent or guardian must be notifi ed within 24 hours after the student is determined to be missing.
Many missing person reports in the univer-sity environment result from someone changing their normal routine and failing to inform others of this change. Students can take a proactive role in supporting the Missing Persons Notifi cation Policy by:
BehaVior ConCerns aDViCe lineThe Behavior Concerns Advice Line (BCAL) is a partnership among the Offi ce of the Dean of Students, the Counseling and Mental Health Center (CMHC), the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and the University of Texas Police Department (UTPD). The purpose of this service is to provide University of Texas at Austin faculty, students and staff an opportunity to discuss their concerns about another individual’s behavior. If callers choose to remain anonymous, they may do so. Cases that present an immedi-ate threat to self, others, or property should be considered an emergency and should be directed to the University of Texas Police Department (UTPD) by calling 911.
Please use the following link for more details on DHFS policies under the section Residence Hall Handbook:
www.utexas.edu/student/housing/handbook
in Crisis anD neeD assistanCe? haVe an illness or family emerGenCy anD haVe to miss Class?Student Emergency Services in the Offi ce of the Dean of Students (SSB 4.104) can assist you in these situations or help you fi nd the proper resources. Student Emergency Services works with campus and community organizations to provide a number of services to assist students and, in some cases, their families and friends during an emergency or crisis. These services may include provision of limited emergency funds, assistance with academic issues, outreach and advocacy for students, and coordination with other relevant UT Austin offi ces.
For more information visit the Student Emergency Services website at: deanofstudents.utexas.edu/emergency/
ConCerneD aBout a frienD? your roommate? a Professor?Call the Behavior Concerns Advice Line (BCAL) at 512-232-5050. This is a 24- hour/ 7 days a week advice line to address concerns relating to a member of the UT communi-ty. This service is to provide University of Texas at Austin students, faculty and staff an opportunity to discuss their concerns about another individual’s behavior. Trained staff members will assist the caller in exploring available options and strategies. They will also provide appropriate guidance and resource referrals to address the particular situation. Depending on the situation, callers may be referred to resources including, but not limited to, the Offi ce of the Dean of Students/Student Emergency Services, the Counseling and Mental Health Center, and the Employee Assistance Program.
For more information visit the BCAL website at: www.utexas.edu/safety/bcal/
tHe serious stufftHe serious stuff
512-232-5050behavior concerns advice line
DIVISION OF HOUSING AND FOOD SERVICEphysical address200 W. Dean Keeton StreetAustin, Texas 78712
phone: (512) 471-3136fax: (512) 475-6532
mailing addressDivision of Housing and Food ServiceP.O. Box 7666Austin, Texas 78713-7666
Residence Hall Manualwww.utexas.edu/student/housing
Bevo Buckswww.utexas.edu/student/bevobucks
My Housinghttps://utdirect.utexas.edu/hfi s/
eProxywww.utexas.edu/student/eproxy/
ResNetresnet.utexas.edu
Parkingwww.utexas.edu/parking
The University of Texas at Austinwww.utexas.edu
Website for residentswww.utexas.edu/student/housing/current
RESIDENCE HALL STAFFResident Assistants (RA) – Resident Assistants are upperclassmen who plan and organize educational and com-munity building activities, serve as a resource and liaison for students to the rest of UT’s campus. They counsel students on academic and personal matters and enforce the policies of the Division of Housing and Food Service. RAs are peer mentors, fellow students whom residents can look up to as role models and resources.
Hall Coordinators (HC) – The Hall Coordinator is a full-time, professional staff member who supervises the RA staff and is ultimately responsible for their assigned area. Most are masters-level professionals (the exceptions being Graduate Hall Coordinators, who are current graduate students) and spe-cialize in behavioral and educational student development.
Area Managers (AM) – Area Managers supervise the Hall Coordinators and pro-vide support and feedback to both HCs and RAs. Campus is broken down into three areas: Jester (Jester East & Jester West), Waller Creek (Brackenridge, Roberts, Prather, Moore-Hill, San Jacinto & Simkins) and Whitis (Andrews, Blanton, Carothers, Duren, Kinsolving, Littlefi eld & Whitis Court) and there is a full-time AM who oversees all Res Life operations within each area.
Building Service Managers – Building Service Managers direct all custodial operations within the residence halls. They are located in the Jester, Waller Creek and Whitis area offi ces. The Building Service Managers also coordinate main-tenance needs with the Facilities Maintenance Managers in the North Zone and South Zone maintenance shops.
Registered Dieticians – Registered Dieticians are on staff to provide person-alized information about nutrition and fi tness, heart-healthy eating, vegetarian nutrition, weight management, nutrition needs, or other nutritional concerns.
LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIESBeing involved on-campus and within the residence halls is one of the best ways to get the most out of your college experience! Students involved with the Residence Hall Council or the Judicial Board go on to become RAs and active leaders of UT’s campus community.
Residence Hall Council (RHC) - Everyone who resides in a University residence hall is automatically a member of their hall’s RHC. You can attend RHC meetings to fi nd out what is going on in your area. The RHCs implement programming to foster a better sense of community in the residence halls and increase overall development of a community atmosphere. Get involved and you could help out with organizing fun activities. Ask your RA or HC how to get involved!
University Residence Hall Association (URHA) - The University Residence Hall Association (URHA) is a student organization committed to improving the quality of residence life for on-campus stu-dents. URHA performs a variety of functions to serve the best interests of our residents. URHA’s voting body is comprised of 16 Senators, represent-ing each hall on campus. These senators also serve as Residence Hall Council (RHC) offi cers in their individual halls. URHA also implements program-ming to provide a strong sense of belonging to the residence halls. Get involved and you could help out with organizing fun activities and passing important legislation in your living environment!
Judicial Board – The DHFS Residence Hall Student Judicial Board provides residence hall students a means to have disciplinary cases reviewed in a peer level environment. The Judicial Board conducts itself as a formal process for the Division of Housing and Food Service and for the University. Judicial Board members review alleged policy violations by their peers and determine if the student is responsible for the violation. If the Judicial Board fi nds the student responsible, they also determine what kinds of sanc-tions are appropriate. Keep checking the DHFS web-site for more information and recruitment information.
Programming Board – The DHFS Programming Board is a group of student leaders who will assist in coordinating large and small scale events and activities specifi cally designed for the residence halls. The board will be comprised of six members and events will include comedians and other enter-tainers, live bands, cultural events and much more.
UT TRIVIA & HISTORY
The UT Tower is the university’s most recognizable landmark and symbol since it was completed in 1937. At 307 feet, the 27-fl oor Tower can be seen from almost any location in Austin.
The UT Tower is the university’s most recognizable
Bevo, a Texas longhorn, has been the school’s mascot since 1916. The longhorn represents the pride and tradition of the university.
Bevo, a Texas longhorn, has been the school’s
Created in 1955 by head cheerleader Harley Clark Jr., the Hook ’em Horns hand signal is recognized worldwide as the symbol of the University of Texas.
Created in 1955 by head cheerleader Harley Clark Jr.,
The Longhorn Band is one of the nation’s most recognized and celebrated marching bands. In addition to performing at athletic events, the band is an ambassador for the university and the state, performing for U.S. presidents, at Super Bowls and National Football League games.
The Longhorn Band is one of the nation’s most
DIVISION OF HOUSING AND FOOD SERVICE
DIVISION OF STUDENT AFFAIRS
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IMPORTANT DATES 2011
AUG 16 Early Check-In begins at 4 p.m. 19 Mooov-in begins 22-28 Residence Hall fl oor meetings 23 Gone to Texas Celebration 24 Classes begin
SEPT 5 Labor Day Holiday
OCT 1 First housing payment due 8 OU Weekend
NOV 1 Second housing payment due 24-26 Thanksgiving Holiday
DEC 1 Third housing payment due 14 Residence halls close at 9 a.m.
2012JAN
15 Residence halls open at 9 a.m.16 Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday17 Classes begin
FEB 1 Fourth housing payment due
MAR 1 Fifth housing payment due
12-17 Spring Break
APR 1 Sixth housing payment due
MAY 16 Residence halls close at 9 a.m. (except for graduating students)
20 Residence halls close at 9 a.m.(graduating students only)
