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A Parent’s Survival Guide toLife on Campus
Chris Moody, Executive DirectorHousing and Dining Programs
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
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Tuesday, October 26, 2010
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Our Map
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
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Our Map
Myths and truths
Residence hallstaffing
XResidential programs
What not to pack
Important datesand deadlines
Campus diningand meal plans
Final tipsTuesday, October 26, 2010
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HOME HERE
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HOME HEREThey live with mom, dad or other parental units. Maybe some brothers,
sisters, pets, etc.
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HOME HEREThey live with hundreds of complete strangers.
They live with mom, dad or other parental units. Maybe some brothers,
sisters, pets, etc.
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HEREHOME
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HEREThey share a bedroom
with a brother or sister...or nobody.
HOME
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HEREThey share a bedroom
with someone they’ve never met... Maybe even two.
They share a bedroom with a brother or sister...
or nobody.
HOME
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HEREHOME
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HEREParent does the laundry.
Parent provides food.Parent decides curfew.
Parent holds them accountable when they
“mess up.”
HOME
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HEREIt’s all up to...
Them.Parent does the laundry.
Parent provides food.Parent decides curfew.
Parent holds them accountable when they
“mess up.”
HOME
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HEREHOME
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HEREParents...
Are YOU ready?
HOME
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HEREAre your
students ready?Parents...
Are YOU ready?
HOME
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YES...and we’re here to help!
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
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YES...and we’re here to help!
Resident Directors
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
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YES...and we’re here to help!
Resident DirectorsResident Assistants
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
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YES...and we’re here to help!
Resident DirectorsResident AssistantsDesk Receptionists
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
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YES...and we’re here to help!
Resident DirectorsResident AssistantsDesk Receptionists
RMCs
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
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YES...and we’re here to help!
Resident DirectorsResident AssistantsDesk Receptionists
RMCsMain Office Staff
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
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Our Map
Myths and truths
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
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Is housingguaranteed
for four years?
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Myth #1Is housing
guaranteedfor four years?
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North Campus is quiet and boring
vs.South Campus is a 24-7 wild party
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Myth #2North Campus is quiet and boring
vs.South Campus is a 24-7 wild party
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
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Roommatematching
questionnairespredict roommate
compatibility?
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Myth #3Roommatematching
questionnairespredict roommate
compatibility?
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
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The Truths about Roommates
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
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✦ Your students were the first to use the Residence roommate matching and room selection system
The Truths about Roommates
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
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✦ Your students were the first to use the Residence roommate matching and room selection system ✦Room changes are not permitted for the first two weeks of classes.
The Truths about Roommates
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
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✦ Your students were the first to use the Residence roommate matching and room selection system ✦Room changes are not permitted for the first two weeks of classes.
✦ All new students will be required to complete a Roommate Agreement.
The Truths about Roommates
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
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Students who live in triple rooms are less
successful academically?
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Myth #4Students who live in triple rooms are less
successful academically?
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
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The Truths about Temporary Triples
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
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The Truths about Temporary Triples
Why?Demand for university housing has increased
dramatically over the past five years.
AU’s campus housing return rate has risen by more than 8% in the last two years on top of an additional 5+% increase in the overall
University retention rate.
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
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The Truths about Temporary Triples
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
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The Truths about Temporary Triples
Who?Temporary triples are formed based on the date of paid deposit.
There is no magic date when temporary tripling began.
Individual programs and preferences matter.
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
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The Truths about Temporary Triples
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
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The Truths about Temporary Triples
When?We will begin de-tripling as quickly as we can.
Clark Hall will open on September 8th as an opportunity for 50+ rooms to de-triple.
Most temporary triples are de-tripled at the end of the 1st semester.
After fall, students will only be assigned to triple rooms by choice.
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
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Our Map
What not to pack
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
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What NOT to Pack...
Candles or Incense
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What NOT to Pack...
Candles or Incense
Halogens
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
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What NOT to Pack...
Candles or Incense
Halogens
Microwaves
A Micro-Fridge is approved if leased
through AU’s vendor
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
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What NOT to Pack...
Candles or Incense
Halogens
Microwaves
Room Phones
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
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What NOT to Pack...
Candles or Incense
Halogens
Microwaves
Room Phones
Guns, knives, fireworks...
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
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What NOT to Pack...
Candles or Incense
Halogens
Microwaves
Room Phones
Guns, knives, fireworks...
Pets
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
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What NOT to Pack...
Candles or Incense
Halogens
Microwaves
Room Phones
Guns, knives, fireworks...
Pets
Alcohol and illegal drugs
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
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Our Map
Residential programs
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
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Living Learning Communities
Special Services & FeaturesFor A Great Experience...
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
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For A Great Experience...Special Services & Features
rha
Residence Hall Association
http://www.aurha.org
American University
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
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Faculty in Residence
Special Services & Features
dormgrandpop.blogspot.com
Dr. John RichardsonSIS and
Prof. Wendell CochranSOC
Dr. Joe CampbellSOC
For A Great Experience...
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
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USA Today Readership Program
Special Services & FeaturesFor A Great Experience...
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
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The Perch
Special Services & FeaturesFor A Great Experience...
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
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Fitness Centers
Special Services & FeaturesFor A Great Experience...
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
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Computer Clusters
Special Services & FeaturesFor A Great Experience...
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
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Bed LoftStudents in Temporary Triples should not rent a loft for the fall!
Special Services & FeaturesFor your Convenience...
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
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E-Suds Laundry
Special Services & FeaturesFor your Convenience...
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
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Student Advantage Membership
Special Services & FeaturesFor your Convenience...
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
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Special Services & FeaturesFor your Convenience...
UPS Summer Storage Program
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
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Our Map
Campus diningand meal plans
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Bon Appetit
Bon Appetit is American University’s food service provider.
We believe in...
Using fresh food prepared in a healthy way
Purchasing locally grown produce
Providing excellent food and service with a commitment to the highest quality
Dining Services
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Bon Appetit
Special Theme Dinners
Personal Dietary Needs
Favorites From Home
Farm to Fork
“Ask Terri”
Dining Services...
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Choosing a Meal Plan...
150Block
200Block
SUPERPLAN
$300 in EagleBuck$ $300 in EagleBuck$
9-11 meals/week 12-14 meals/week unlimited meal swipes
$300 in EagleBuck$
Resident students MUST have a meal plan for the first two years: 1st year students can choose from the 150 Block, 200 Block or the Super Plan.
2nd year students can choose from any of the meal plans.
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Meal Blocks...Use it or lose it !
EagleBucks...Carry with you until you leave AU !
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What are EagleBucks?
Stored Value AccountSimilar to a debit card but with controlled locations and amounts
On Campus UseAll dining and retail outlets, laundry, textbooks, vending machines, Student Activities, Student Health Center, printing and photocopies, etc,
Off Campus UseOver 25 vendors in the local AU community including:Pizza, delivery, hair & nail services, Whole Foods, CVS pharmacy, etc
www.eaglebucks.comAdd funds in real time, add funds as a guest, check your EagleBucks transactions, or request a monthly email statement!
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Our Map
Important datesand deadlines
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Important Dates and Deadlines
August14
Halls Open at 9:00am
August23
First Day of Class
September7
Meal Plan Change
AUGUST
16August
15Meal Plans
Start at Dinner
Today is...
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Our Map
XFinal tips
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During August Move-InUnload at the residence hall curb, then move to the Nebraska Avenue Parking LotBring hand carts, bottled water and a great attitude :-)Meet your student’s Resident Director and Resident AssistantGet the phone number for your student’s residence hall front deskAdd EagleBucks with your credit card beginning in August at www.eaglebucks.comAdd EagleBucks in person at our office with cash, check or credit card...we’ll be open:
Monday to Thursday 8am - 7pmSaturday and Sunday 9am - 5pm
Encourage your student to attend the mandatory RA floor meeting and Welcome Week activities
A Parent’s “Behind the Scenes” Checklist
During the Fall SemesterSend lots of mail - getting mail from home is something that means a lot!Encourage your student to attend the “Involvement Fair” to join a clubAsk your student if they need to change their meal plan by September 7thConsider attending Family Weekend (mid-October)Make plans for transportation away from campus over Winter Break
(Halls will close at 12 noon on December 15th)Once de-tripled, order any vendor services needed for the new roomSelect a new meal plan for the Spring 2011 semester
Begin Planning for the Spring Semester (classes will begin on January 10th)When does your student need to return to campus? Residence halls will open on January 2nd at 9amAsk your student if they need to change their meal plan by January 24thAdd EagleBucks with your credit card at www.eaglebucks.com for the new semesterAsk your student about housing for 2011-2012 school year (process begins February 1st)Plan for spring move-out of the residence halls (exams end May 4th; Halls close on May 5th)
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Housing & Dining ProgramsFirst Floor, Anderson Hall
www.american.edu/housing
Closing & Questions
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