Preparing for the Send-off

The dorms or apartments have specific dates and times that students may check into their rooms. Housing contract must be signed and application/prepayment fee must be paid in full before students are assigned a room.  Students who have been assigned a room or an apartment may check in for Fall on either Saturday or Sunday before the Fall Semester starts from 9am - 9 pm.

Standard fitted twin sheets do NOT fit the beds. The mattress is longer and narrower than a standard twin mattress (38" x 80") Many discount retailers and department stores sell twin extra long sheets.

All of our rooms are carpeted

The dorm room is cable-ready, all you need to supply is the tv and cable cord.

Phone jacks are available in each room. Don’t forget to bring the phone!

Lofts may be assembled in rooms following the guidelines established

Don’t forget to bring a power cord. Local stores sell out quickly on move-in day

Other things to remember:
Fan
Toiletries
Extra set of car keys
Dorm sized refrigerator
Wastebasket
Bedding
Bath towels
hangers
Laundry basket/soap
Desk/school supplies
Lamp
Alarm clock
Radio
stamps

Don’t bring:
Pets
Candles or incense
Cooking appliances (burners)
Air conditioners
Space heaters

Crash Course in Laundry

Our dorms have laundry facilities available. $.75 for the washer and $.50 dryer. Change is available at the dorm office.

Assume your student knows nothing. Discuss the dangers of mixing colors (one red item can ruin an entire load of wash) and water temperatures. Talk about liquid vs. powder detergent, and using bleach wisely. Discuss that overloading machines can keep clothes from getting clean. Explain what materials should or should not be placed in the dryer.

What to Send With Student

If your student is going to work on or off campus they will need to fill out payroll forms (I-9 and W-4). They will need to bring appropriate documentation with them. The following link will provide information on which documents are acceptable: http://uscis.gov/graphics/formsfee/forms/i-9.htm

Prepare a health kit for your student and include the following items

• Box of tissues
  
• Bandages
  
• Acetaminophen or ibuprofen
  
• Cough Syrup or lozenges

Plan ahead for illness and medical emergencies by giving your student an insurance card and explaining the co-pay process.