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Welcome A warm welcome to Trinity College! The Office of International Programs (OIP) and the international student advisor look forward to getting to know you and working with you to make your stay at Trinity College one of the most productive and fulfilling experiences of your academic career. International students at Trinity come from a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences. We invite you to use this handbook and our website as a resource for academic, cultural, social and immigration information as you adjust to life in the United States and at Trinity. Important information: Office of International Programs 66 Vernon Street Hartford, CT 06106 USA (860) 297-2005 Contacts: Tamara Kribs (Tamara.Kribs@trincoll.edu) International Student and Scholar Coordinator

Preparing to Travel to the U.S. Visas

International students must have a visa to attend school in the United States. All international students (including IDP students) are required by law to be full-time students in order to get a student visa. For full-time status, Trinity students enroll in a minimum of 4 credits. Once you are accepted at Trinity College, you will receive either an I-20 form (for F-1 four-year degree students) or a DS-2019 form (for short-term J-1 students). Please check that all information on the I-20 or DS 2019 is accurate and sign on the designated line. This is a very important immigration document and all pages should be kept and safe guarded.

As an F1 or J1 student, you may enter the country 30 days prior to the program start date on your I20 or DS-2019. However, housing at Trinity is not available until August 29, 2009. Students who arrive prior to this date may not come to campus (unless as part of a sports team or as a participant in the QUEST program) and are responsible for all lodging, food, transportation and safety.

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Do not enter the U.S. with a B-1/2 Visa unless it is marked “Prospective Student”. As a tourist you are not eligible to study and you will not be allowed to change your status to F1 once you are in the country. Applying for a Student Visa at the U.S. Consulate 1. Pay your SEVIS fee (see your packet from International Programs for instructions on how to pay the fee). 2. Go to the United States Embassy or United States Consulate with jurisdiction over your permanent residence with all the pages of your I-20 or DS-2019 form issued by Trinity College, the letter of your acceptance to Trinity, your passport, SEVIS fee receipt and proof of sufficient funds to live and attend school in the United States. 3. At the Embassy or Consulate, fill out a visa application form DS-156 and pay the applicable visa processing fee (this is different and in addition to the SEVIS fee of $200). The visa application fee is non-refundable. 4. Students should contact the consulate prior to the appointment to find out what information and documents are needed. Students are often required to show proof of residence in their home country to return to after their studies.

Packing Do not pack too much and make sure you are familiar with the baggage limits for the airline you will be flying on to the U.S. Remember that you must be able to carry all your bags plus you will want to purchase things once you have arrived here. You will need appropriate clothing and shoes for winter but it is best to purchase those items once you are here. Also, during the International Student Orientation on September 2nd, there will be a shopping trip to Target (www.target.com) where you can buy everything from electronics and clothing to school supplies and things for your room. The one thing you MUST purchase from your home country to bring with you is an electric currency converter and adapter.

Arrival Information During your travels to the U.S., be sure to keep all of your immigration documents with you and not in your checked luggage. It is also a good idea to keep this handbook with you or at least the college contact information, in case you need assistance.

Customs and Immigration

Before landing at any international airport, flight assistants will give you a white, Arrival-Departure Form, called an I-94. The I-94 contains your unique identifying number issued by the Department of

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Homeland Security (DHS). A flight assistant will also distribute Customs Declaration Forms. Follow the instructions on the form and have it ready for Customs. After disembarking, you must go to immigration to present your passport, I-94 and visa to DHS. The immigration officer may ask you questions before stapling the I-94 to your passport. In some cases, students will be brought into a back office area (called Secondary). If this happens to you, do not worry. You have not done anything wrong but sometimes the immigration officers need to access different computers in the back to check on your status. When you finish with immigration, go to Customs with your passport and Customs Declaration Form and then go to the Baggage Claim area.

Transportation to Hartford Please let the Office of International Programs know when you will be arriving so there can be someone available on campus to meet you. When you arrive on campus, you should go to the Campus Safety Office at 76 Vernon Street and they will have your room assignment and door code. If our office knows when you are arriving, we will have a student meet you at Campus Safety. For International IDP students: The Office of Special Programs will assist international IDP students in finding an apartment or sponsor. Students staying with a sponsor usually make arrangements to get to their Connecticut address with their sponsor.

Getting to Trinity College campus

From Hartford’s Bradley International Airport: Connecticut’s Bradley International Airport is about a half-hour from Trinity College and is a easy taxi ride from the airport to Trinity. From JFK or LaGuardia International Airport: Both JFK and LaGuardia International Airports are located in New York City, about two and a half hours south of Hartford, CT. From either Airport, you can take a Connecticut Limo shuttle from the airport to Hartford.

Connecticut Limo (http://www.ctlimo.com) may be an easiest option since you can leave right from the airport. CT Limo offers regular shuttles from JFK and LaGuardia to Union Station in Hartford. Once at Union Station, take a metered taxi to Trinity. Taxi fare should be between $8-10 and it is customary to tip the driver 10-15% of the total cab fare.

Another option is to take a taxi to either Port Authority bus terminal or Penn Station train station for buses and trains to Hartford.

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By train: If you decide to go by train, you will have to take a taxi or a bus to Penn Station. From JFK, you can take the Midtown Manhattan/Westside New York Airport Service Express Bus to Penn Station. Amtrak (http://www.amtrak.com/) has regular trains to Hartford. Once at Union Station in Hartford, take a metered taxi to Trinity. Taxi fare should be between $8-10 and it is customary to tip the driver 10-15% of the total cab fare. If you arrive at LaGuardia, you can get the Amtrak bus shuttle to Penn Station, see the website. By bus: If you decide to go by bus, you will have to take a taxi or a shuttle bus to Port Authority Bus Terminal. From JFK, you can take the Midtown Manhattan/Westside New York Airport Service Express Bus to Port Authority. You can then take a Greyhound (http://www.greyhound.com/home) or Peter Pan Bus (http://www.peterpanbus.com) to Union Station in Hartford. Once at Union Station, take a metered taxi to Trinity. Taxi fare should be between $8-10 and it is customary to tip the driver 10-15% of the total cab fare.

Newark Airport: If you are arriving into Newark Airport, you can either take a bus or train to Hartford.

By bus: Take the Newark Liberty Airport Express (http://www.coachusa.com/olympia/), which takes you to Port Authority Bus Terminal in New York City. There you can take either Greyhound or Peter Pan bus to Hartford’s Union Station. Once at Union Station, take a metered taxi to Trinity. Taxi fare should be between $8-10 and it is customary to tip the driver 10-15% of the total cab fare. By train: You can take the train (http://www.amtrak.com) directly from the airport to Hartford’s Union Station. Once at Union Station, take a metered taxi to Trinity. Taxi fare should be between $8-10 and it is customary to tip the driver 10-15% of the total cab fare.

Boston Logan airport: The easiest way to get from Boston to Hartford is to take the Peter Pan Bus, which leaves directly from the airport and will bring you to Union Station in Hartford. Once at Union Station, take a metered taxi to Trinity. Taxi fare should be between $8-10 and it is customary to tip the driver 10-15% of the total cab fare. One-way tickets cost $37. For additional information go to: http://www.peterpanbus.com/

Orientation Programs P.R.I.D.E PRIDE stands for Promoting Respect for Inclusive Diversity in Education. P.R.I.D.E.’s fundamental goals are to help first-year students from diverse racial and cultural backgrounds adjust to life at Trinity and, at the same time, promote among members of the student body as a whole an awareness of and receptivity towards diverse cultures both inside and outside the U.S. P.R.I.D.E. offers both international students and students of color additional time in settling into the dorms, adjusting to the Trinity campus, and generally learning about campus life. Some of you will be very

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familiar with environments like Trinity’s, while others may find this a very new experience. The P.R.I.D.E. Welcome Weekend should offer something of value for everyone. Students who have attended P.R.I.D.E. in previous years are nearly unanimous in expressing appreciation for the chance to come in early, make friends with other new students, and seek advice from P.R.I.D.E. Leaders, a select group of Trinity students who have successfully faced the challenges of adjusting to college life. International students are invited to P.R.I.D.E along with U.S. minority students to be offered additional resources and services that will ease the transition into campus life. International Student Orientation International Student Orientation is offered to all new incoming international students. It takes place on campus for a full day before the mandatory First Year Orientation. During this day, we discuss immigration issues, including how to stay legal and how to work. We will talk about American culture and have staff from Campus Safety and the Health Center offering important information. We will also have returning international students answer your questions about life in the U.S. and at Trinity. We will end the day with a shopping trip to Target (a large store like Wal-Mart) if you would like to get things for your room. First Year First-year Orientation is an on-campus program designed to provide opportunities to enhance your academic and personal success. You will make friends with other students in the class of 2013 as well as student leaders who will guide you through the week. You will also learn to navigate campus and Hartford, learn what to expect from your classes, and how to succeed academically.

QUEST Incoming first year students have the opportunity to start their Trinity College journey with a wilderness adventure on the Quest leadership program, Trinity’s extended pre-orientation on the Appalachian Trail. The program’s philosophy encourages participants to take on new challenges and responsibilities, meet other Trinity students, and transition into college.

About Hartford, Connecticut

Established in 1623, Hartford was originally settled as a Dutch trading post. John Steele established the first English settlement in the area and later in 1636 Thomas Hooker and Samuel Stone of Massachusetts re-established the colony with members of their Congregationalist congregation, changing the Algonquin name of the area, “Sauciog,” to “Hartford” after Hertford in England. Hartford officially became a part of the Connecticut Colony in 1639. Established as an early trading post, Hartford continued to be an important supplier for the Revolutionary War and later became a booming industrial center during the late 18th and 19th centuries. As an industrial center, Hartford attracted diverse groups of immigrants. Today, contemporary Hartford’s population reflects this rich cultural diversity with cultural events, community groups, and international cuisine.

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Nicknamed “the Insurance Capital of the World,” Hartford merchants in the early 1800s, out of concern for the safety of their goods, gathered and created the Hartford Fire Insurance Group. Large insurance companies still make Hartford their home and contribute to the wealth and corporate environment prevalent in Hartford today. Hartford’s rich history, cultural and ethnic diversity, and contemporary vigor and prosperity make it one of the most interesting and engaging small cities on the East Coast. Small city charm, big city entertainment, and early American historic sites make Hartford, Connecticut an accessible and vibrant U.S. city. Connecticut’s changing New England climate and wooded landscape offers residents opportunities for hiking, skiing, and water sports at the nearby countryside, mountains, and beaches. In Hartford, Connecticut, residents are never far from urban or rural entertainment. Hartford residents can enjoy theater at the acclaimed Hartford Stage, attend exhibits at the Wadsworth Atheneum, and explore historic areas like the Indian Burial ground. Smaller venues like Real Art Ways offer contemporary films, exhibits, and theater while the Hartford Civic Center hosts sporting events and exhibitions. Those who wish to explore New York City or Boston need only travel two and a half hours from Hartford, by car, railroad, or bus.

Area Accommodations There are many hotels in the Hartford area. Rates vary according to the time of the week, availability, and time of year. Call ahead of time to check the rates of each hotel. Hartford Marriott Downtown (2.2 miles from Trinity) http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/bdldt-hartford-marriott-downtown Residence Inn Hartford Downtown (2.4 miles from Trinity) http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/bdlri-residence-inn-hartford-downtown/ Hilton Hartford (2.5 miles from Trinity) http://www1.hilton.com/en_US/hi/hotel/HFDHHHF-Hilton-Hartford-Connecticut/index.do;jsessionid=2B5336843F7777A043EC698A9771CA51.etc56?brand_id=HI&brand_directory=/en/hi/&xch=430160471,KY3ZREBZPFIIGCSGBJBN2EQ Crowne Plaza Hotel, Downtown Hartford (2.5 miles from Trinity) http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/h/d/cp/1/en/hotel/bdlcc?rpb=hotel&crUrl=/h/d/cp/1/en/availsearch&ias=y Holiday Inn Express, Downtown Hartford (2 miles from Trinity)

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http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/h/d/ex/1/en/hotel/bdlas?rpb=hotel&crUrl=/h/d/ex/1/en/availsearch&ias=y Holiday Inn Express, Convention Center area (3 miles from Trinity) http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/h/d/ex/1/en/hotel/bdlct?rpb=hotel&crUrl=/h/d/ex/1/en/availsearch&ias=y Days Inn Hartford (closest to downtown) (3.1 miles from Trinity) http://www.daysinn.com/DaysInn/control/Booking/check_avail?areaCode=&brandCode=DI,HJ,TL,RA,KG,SE,BU,BH,MT&searchWithinMiles=50&areaType=1&destination=hartford&state=CT&country=US&checkInDate=09/01&numberAdults=2&numberRooms=1&checkOutDate=09/04&numberChildren=0&numberBigChildren=0&rate=000&useWRPoints=false&variant=&id=05651&propBrandId=DI&force_nostay=false&tab=tab1 Homewood Suits by Hilton, Hartford Downtown (2.1 miles from Trinity) http://homewoodsuites1.hilton.com/en_US/hw/hotel/WNDHWHW-Homewood-Suites-by-Hilton-Hartford-Downtown-Connecticut/index.do;jsessionid=28DE5E8D2F498713D57CE411092AE9A8.etc63?brand_id=HW&brand_directory=/en/hw/&xch=430165693,5IY3AEZJ3SOQKCSGBIX2VCQ Super 8 Hartford/Windsor (4.5 miles from Trinity) http://www.super8.com/Super8/control/Booking/check_avail?areaCode=&brandCode=SE,RA,HJ,TL,DI,KG,BU,BH,MT&searchWithinMiles=50&areaType=1&destination=hartford&state=CT&country=US&checkInDate=09/01&numberAdults=2&numberRooms=1&checkOutDate=09/04&numberChildren=0&numberBigChildren=0&rate=000&useWRPoints=false&variant=&id=03369&propBrandId=SE&force_nostay=false&tab=tab1

Traveling around the United States

You probably want to take advantage of your time in the U.S. to travel. Thanksgiving break, winter break and spring break or after the school year has ended are the perfect times to explore. On the road

Bus – Greyhound (http://www.greyhound.com) and Peter Pan (http://www.peterpanbus.com) are the bus companies with which can get you to anywhere. You can buy tickets on line or at their office at Union Station downtown. Chinatown bus – If you want to go to New York, Boston or Washington DC, you may want to consider the Chinatown Bus, which is much cheaper than Greyhound, however it only runs twice a day. For information, schedule and prices go to http://www.ivymedia.com.

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Amtrak – As an international student, taking the train is the cheapest way to travel. There are usually specials that are a great bargain. Go to Amtrak - Hot Deals for more details.

In the air Flying – Internet search engines such as Student Universe, Orbitz, Expedia or Travelocity have great deals on plane tickets. The sooner you book your ticket, the cheaper it is.

Climate

Climate varies from season to season in Hartford. Below is a chart that provides average temperatures by season to give you an idea of what to expect. Keep in mind, however, that Connecticut weather is notoriously changeable, so be sure to have a variety of clothes handy for unexpected heat, cold, rain, or snow.

Fall in Connecticut is typically breezy and mild, with a frequent tendency for “Indian Summers” - when the temperature rises to summer temperatures after a period of cooler weather. In Autumn, it is helpful to keep light jackets, sweaters, and rain gear handy. Being in New England, this is the time to see the world-famous foliage of fall trees in the region. Winter in Connecticut can either be mild or snowy. You can expect everything from mild, Fall-like days to sleet storms. For the winter, be sure to have warm sweaters, winter coats, hats, gloves, sturdy boots, and thick socks. Connecticut Springs are often quite rainy though the temperatures are mild. Keep some of your warm clothes handy, but you can begin to break out some warm weather clothes as well. If you stay in Hartford for the Summer, expect mild, pleasant weather in the early part of the season, but be prepared for hot, humid days through July and August. Regardless of the temperature outside, the dormitories are notoriously cold before the heat kicks in around late fall and notoriously hot for the rest of the year. With this in mind, you may want to keep some warmer clothes handy in the fall, and some cooler clothes handy the rest of the year so you can be comfortable in your dorm room.

Season Fahrenheit Celsius

Autumn (September -November) Low 46 to High 60 Low 8 to High 15

Winter (December – February) Low 0 to High 37 Low -17 to High -3

Spring (March – May) Low 38 to High 60 Low 3 to High 15

Summer (June – August) Low 60 to High 90 Low 15 to High 35

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International, Ethnic, and Religious Organizations in the Hartford Area Organization serving many different immigrant populations in Hartford CCMAA (Connecticut Coalition of Mutual Assistance Associations) CCMAA Hartford Office 143 Madison Avenue Hartford, CT 06106 Phone: 860.236.6452 Fax: 860.236.6456 E-Mail: CCMAA@Hartnet.org

Islamic Islamic Center of Connecticut 68 White Rock Drive Windsor, CT 06095 (860) 249-0112 Indian I.A.O.G.H. Indian Association of Greater Hartford PO Box 436 Rocky Hill, CT 06067 (860)-519-3132 German Hartford Sängerbund 719 North Mountain Road Newington, CT 06111 (860) 953-8967 Brazilian Shaheen Brazilian Cultural Center 1915 Park St # 1 Hartford, CT 06106-2118 (860) 233-4217 Chinese Chinese Culture Center P.O. Box 1380825 East Hartford, CT 06138-0825 Voice Mail: (860) 656-0236

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Russian St Panteleimon Russian Orthodox Church 19 Becket Street Hartford, CT 06114-2402 Phone: (860) 956-8899 Lithuanian Lithuanian American Community, Inc. Connecticut district chair: Sigita Šimkuvienė Rosen (203) 415-7776 ssimkute@comcast.net Caribbean Caribbean American Society 400 Woodland Street Hartford, CT 06106 (860) 247-0306 Trinidad & Tobago American Society 1023 Albany Avenue Hartford, CT 06112 (860) 247-5659 French French Social Circle of Hartford 373 Main Street East Hartford, CT 06118 (860) 568-5021 Jewish Jewish Family Service of Greater Hartford 740 North Main Street Hartford, CT 06117 (860) 568-5021 Jewish Federation Association of Connecticut 40 Woodland Street Hartford, CT 06105 (860) 418-5701 (860) 236-6452

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Jewish Community Center and Jewish Federation of Greater Hartford 333 Bloomfield Avenue West Hartford, CT 06117 Vietnamese Vietnamese Mutual Assistance Association of Connecticut Incorporated 143 Madison Avenue Hartford, CT 06106 Peru Peru Opportunity Fund 151 New Park Avenue Hartford, CT 06106

Getting Settled

Soon after arriving on campus, you should contact your family to let them know you have arrived safely. You may use the phone or computer in the Office of International Programs for this initial call or email

Telephones

Each dorm room comes equipped with a modular telephone jack, one campus extension and service activated to include free campus and local dialing, call waiting and voice mail service. Residential voice mail is provided at no charge to every dormitory room through the college’s integrated voice messaging system. Students must provide their own telephones to plug into the outlet provided in each room. All Trinity numbers start with 297-xxxx. If you want to find out what your number is, you can look yourself up via a search on the www.Trincoll.edu website, or call Campus Safety at 2222 and they will be able to tell you. Country code when calling into the U.S.: 001 Area code for Hartford: 860 International code to call internationally outside of the U.S.: 011 On Campus Calls Whenever you use a campus phone to call another campus number, just dial the last four digits of the number. For example, to call the Office of International Programs, just dial 2005, or to call Mather Front Desk dial 2053. All on-campus calls are free. To set up your voice mail, dial 5200 and follow the instructions.

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Off campus local calls If you need to dial a local off-campus number, you must dial the number “9” first to obtain an outside line. For local calls with area code 860, you only need to dial the 7 digit number, without the area code. You can call any local number for free. Long Distance Calls In order to make long distance phone calls, you need to use a phone card from any campus phone by following the instructions on the card. In the U.S., whenever you dial a long distance number, you must dial “1” first. Since this is common knowledge, the “1” is seldom written when numbers are listed. All numbers with a 800 area code are toll free. International Calls For international calls, dial 011-Country Code-City Area Code-Local Number. Phone cards You can purchase calling cards from a local gas station or in a vending machine in Mather Hall. The cards at the gas stations tend to be cheaper, while the cards from the vending machine are more convenient. Internet Communication You may also explore internet peer to peer voice services for low cost communications with home. Sites such as www.skype.com and www.google.com/talk are good places to explore.

Skype Skype is software that enables you to make free calls anywhere in the world. Skype uses innovative P2P (peer-to-peer) technology to connect you with other users. Skype calls have better sound quality than your regular phone and are highly secure, with end-to-end encryption. Skype-to-Skype calls, video calls and instant messaging are free, any time of the day or night, anywhere in the world. Call phones and mobiles and send SMS messages at great value Pay As You Go rates, or call unlimited* to certain countries with a subscriptions.

System requirements

PC running Windows 2000, XP or Vista. (Windows 2000 users require DirectX 9.0 for video calls).

Internet connection (broadband is best, GPRS is not supported for voice calls, and results may vary on a satellite connection).

Speakers and microphone – built-in or separate.

For voice and video calls we recommend a computer with at least a 1GHz processor, 256 MB RAM and of course a webcam.

For High Quality Video calls you will need a high quality video webcam and software, a dual-core processor computer and a fast broadband connection (384 kbps).

For more info visit http://skypeofficial.info/off.php?aff=38095.

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Cell Phones Cell phones are the most convenient phone option and there are two types of phones available: Prepaid and Plan.

Prepaid: You can usually get these phones inexpensively and you have to buy minutes to

make calls. The cost for minutes can range from 10c to 35c depending on the prepaid plan you

get. You can get this type of phone online http://www.tmobile.com,

http://www.wireless.att.com and http://www.virginmobileusa.com (if you have a debit/credit

card) or at a store like Target or Wal-Mart or la ocal retailer store for cell phone carriers such

as T-Mobile, AT&T, Virgin Mobile etc.

Pros: You don’t need a social security number, debit/credit card to purchase this type

of phone

Cons: It is expensive for someone who makes lot of calls and you don’t get a pretty

good phone

Plan: These types of phones are very inexpensive and sometimes even free but you pay a flat

monthly charge ($30+). It usually comes with a fixed number of minutes (200-300) you can

use every month. In most of the plans, night (9:00PM-7:00 AM) and weekends (Saturday and

Sunday) are free. So you could make unlimited calls. But you usually have to sign a contract of

a year or two and if you want to cancel it before it expires, you will have to pay a fee. You also

need a good credit history (for that you need a credit card, and for that you need a social

security number). Students have found carriers such as T-Mobile and ATT to have good

reception at Trinity.

Pros: You get a decent phone and this comes with lot of features and turn out to be

cheaper in long run.

Cons: You need a social security number and/or debit/credit card to purchase this type

of phone.

Laundry

There are washing machines and dryers located in the basement of each dorm. One load of washing or drying is $1.35. You can pay by using your ‘Bantam Bucks’ on your Trinity ID (see section in this Handbook for more information on the ID). You need to have your own detergent and fabric softener. You can leave your laundry unattended while it is being washed and pick it up at the end of the cycle to then transfer it to a dryer. If you need help when first using the machines, please do not hesitate to ask someone.

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Trinity also offers a laundry service on-campus through American Laundry, located in the basement of Mather Hall.

Money & Banking American paper currency (dollars) comes in denominations of $1, $5, $10, $20, $50, and $100. American dollars are all the same size and color. Coins or “change” make up the smaller units of money called cents. They come in the amounts of 1 cent (a penny), 5 cents (a nickel), 10 cents (a dime), 25 cents (a quarter), and 50 cents (a half-dollar – this is rarely used) and one dollar coin (also rarely used). You should open a bank account to have easy access to your money and to avoid keeping large amounts of cash on you or in your apartment or dorm room. Representatives of local banks come to campus at the beginning of the year. They set up tables in Mather Hall so you can open your new account without having to go to the bank. To open a bank account, you will need to show your passport, I-20 or DS-2019 form, and another form of identification like your student ID. Basic banking services for most Americans include a checking account, a savings account, an ATM card, and sometimes a debit card. Checking Account You open a checking account by depositing money into the account, which you access with checks or an ATM card. Checks are paper documents issued by your bank that have your name, address and phone number (if desired) printed on them and function as money when you write one for a purchase. Most stores require you to present some form of ID when you write a check that includes your address and picture. If you are not familiar with checks and how to fill them out, please ask the International Student Advisor for a sample copy. Savings Account A savings account is less active than a checking account. If you want to save money and gain interest on it, opening a savings account is your best option. The more money you deposit, the more interest you earn on it. This is ideal for money that you do not touch unless you really need it. ATM (Automatic Teller Machine) When you open a checking or a savings account with a bank, you can also get an ATM card attached to that account. An ATM card allows 24-hour access to your money. There are two ATM machines on campus in Mather Hall that you can use by inserting your ATM card and entering your password and the amount you want to withdraw. The money is then deducted from your account and the cash is produced from the machine. Debit Cards Debit cards function like an ATM card and a credit card combined. They can be used like credit cards for most purchases, but unlike a credit card, for which you receive a bill with interest, the debit

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purchase comes directly out of your bank account. This is a nice option especially if you are concerned about getting into credit trouble or would rather not pay interest to the credit card company for your purchases. Depositing checks If you work on campus, you will get paid every other week on Friday. You will find a check in your mailbox. You can take the check to your bank in person to deposit it. In order to deposit your check, you have to sign (=endorse) the check on the back with your full name. This way the bank will know from your signature that you are the one to whom the check really belongs. Area Banks There are several banks to choose from. Below is a list of the most accessible banks to Trinity students.

Bank of America https://www.bankofamerica.com Bank of America has branches and ATM’s available throughout the country, including an ATM right on campus in Mather Hall. You can get a checking and/or savings account as well as a debit card.

People’s Bank

https://www.peoples.com/portal/site/peoples/ People’s Bank has branches throughout Connecticut. You can get a checking and/or savings account as well as a debit card. There is no ATM machine on campus. Sovereign Bank http://www.sovereignbank.com/ Sovereign has as ATM machine in the basement of Mather Hall.

Residential Living

Trinity is predominantly a residential college with a variety of housing options, from singles to suites and from traditional halls to theme options. All four-year degree students are housed together the first year in first-year halls with their seminar groups. After the first year, students select their residence during the Room Selection Lottery held in early spring—a student-designed system based on seniority and prior housing history.

All halls are staffed with peer leaders (Resident Assistants-RA’s) and, in the first-year halls, with P.R.I.D.E. leaders as well. The Residential staff plays a vital role in community development, assisting in creating links between students’ social and intellectual lives and serving as an after-hours resource for all residential students.

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Students are encouraged to become involved in floor or hall-wide social, cultural, and educational events, as well as events planned by the Hall Representative Boards. In each residence area, Hall Representative Boards are responsible for developing and implementing activities and hall improvements designed to enhance life for those living within. By becoming involved in such student leadership positions, Trinity students are able to make an important contribution to their residence hall community. Trinity provides each student with a bed, mattress, desk, desk chair, and a wardrobe or dresser. You will need to purchase or bring sheets, towels and blankets. Since there will be a couple of days after your arrival on campus before the shopping trip to Target, you may want to consider purchasing these items online and having them sent to our office in advance for you to pick up upon your arrival. If you choose to do this, it is very important that you have the items sent in the following way:

Your Name c/o Tamara Kribs

Office of International Programs Trinity College

300 Summit Street Hartford, CT 06106-3100

860-297-2005 The Office of International Programs also has sheets that can be loaned to you for the days before the shopping trip, but we do not have towels available. Please note that there are several items are forbidden in residence halls for safety reasons. Candles, incense, cooking appliances, halogen lamps, dart boards, among other items.

Campus Dining

There are several dining options on campus and food service is provided through the Chartwells Corporation. Chartwells offers a variety of meal plans which you can read about at http://www.dineoncampus.com/trinity. All incoming international students are automatically signed up for the ‘19 Regular’ meal plan, which allows students to eat three meals daily Monday through Friday and two meals daily on the weekends. Various meal plan options are available and you can choose your individual meal plan if you wish. Please note that if you want to change your meal plan, the deadline to do so is September 17, 2009. Mather Hall The main dining hall located in the campus center, Mather Hall It serves a wide variety of dishes including soups, pasta dishes, hamburgers, hot-dogs, pizza, wraps, meat dishes, a variety of fruit, and it has a salad bar. In the morning breakfast dishes like scrambled eggs, omelets, sausage, pancakes, waffles, cereal, bagels, etc. are served. Coffee and fountain drinks are available at every meal. It also has a take-out counter, where snacks and beverages are available.

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The Cave Located on the lower level of Mather Hall, it is an a la carte dining facility. Wraps, subs, burgers etc. are on the menu as well as pizza made to order. A huge variety of snacks and beverages as well as coffee are also available. The Bistro This a la carte dining facility is located on Vernon Street, next to the Admissions building (across from Vernon Social Center). It serves wraps and sandwiches, two kinds of soup and has an excellent salad bar. Snacks and beverages as well as coffee are also available. The Underground This is a coffee house serving beverages and light snacks. Peter B This is a coffee house serving beverages and light snacks.

Post Office Trinity has a full service U.S. Post Office located in the basement of Mather Hall. This is also where your Post box is located. Each student is given an assigned box upon arrival and the staff will show you how to use your combination to open your mailbox. When you get a letter, it will be put in your mailbox. If you receive a package that won’t fit in the box, you will get a notification paper. Sign it and take it to the post office window to retrieve your package. Your address at Trinity is:

Your name Trinity College

300 Summit Street Mailbox 70xxxx Hartford, CT 06106

Post office hours During the academic year the post office window is open Monday-Friday 10 a.m.-3 p.m. You can pick up packages Monday-Friday between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Outgoing mail Both the bookstore and the post office have supplies for mailing. The post office only accepts cash and Bantam Bucks.

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Local Transportation

On-Campus Shuttle The Trinity College Campus Safety Department is pleased to offer a shuttle system designed to serve the Trinity College Community. To provide better services to a growing number of riders, the On Campus Shuttle will operate on a continuous loop around the campus with 14 designated shuttle stops. All of the shuttle stops are located in well-lit areas of the campus by emergency call boxes. The shuttle stops are: http://www.trincoll.edu/pub/info/shuttle_stops.pdf You can also check where the campus shuttle is on its route through an online gps service: http://org.trincoll.edu/gps/ For more information, including hours of operation, please see http://www.trincoll.edu/studentlife/healthsafety/campussafety/transportationservices Off-Campus Shuttle This ride system is run completely by Trinity College Students during evening and nighttime hours. This shuttle operates within a ten-block radius of the campus, Sundays through Thursdays from 6pm until 12am and extended until 3am Fridays and Saturdays. Depending on the semester, there can also be hours available during the day on Saturdays and Sundays from 2pm to 6pm to assists students with rides to area shopping. Please call ext. 3333 for service and availability. Occasionally, students are unavailable, so please plan ahead and carry sufficient funds if you need to return by taxi. Zip Car Zipcar is a unique car-sharing service for Trinity students, faculty, and staff ages 18+ that provides affordable access to low-emission vehicles by the hour – for errands, for meetings, or just for fun. Gasoline, car insurance, parking and maintenance are included in the price. Trinity has three fuel-efficient cars to choose from (two are parked in the Campus Safety lot at 76 Vernon St. and the other is parked at Mather Hall, 300 Summit St.). There are membership requirements, including a valid driver’s license, so please visit their website for further details at http://www.zipcar.com/how/. ** If you think this may be something you will be interested in, you may want to apply for an international driver’s license before leaving your home country. Public Bus The U-Pass is a special transportation pass for Trinity College students, which are valid for free, unlimited trips during the semester on CT Transit local buses. It’s a safe easy way to get around Hartford. When you get on the bus, show the driver your Trinity ID and insert the U-Pass into the pass reader on the fare box.

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The Trinity College campus is served by three bus routes that connect to Downtown (Q1), West Farms Mall (Q2) in West Hartford and New Britain Town Center. In Downtown Hartford, connections to other CT Transit buses provide access to a variety of retail and employment centers, entertainment venues, Union Station (bus and train station), and Bradley International Airport. Free CT Transit timetables and system maps are available on campus outside Mather Dining Hall. Students may also call the CT Transit Customer Service Center at (860) 525-9189, visit their web site at www.cttransit.com. To report a lost or stolen pass, or for any other questions regarding CT Transit or the administration of the U-Pass Program, please contact the Trinity U-Pass program coordinator, Joe Barber, Director of Community Service and Civic Engagement, Mather Hall, Lower Level at 297-4256 or jbarber@trincoll.edu.

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About Trinity

Administrative Offices

Campus Services

Office of International Programs

(860) 297-2005 66 Vernon St.

general information about international student services and study abroad

Admissions Office (860) 297-2180 Admissions Building

applications, information about Trinity College

Computing Center (860) 297-2007

computing questions, problems, and information

Financial Aid Office (860) 297-2046 Admissions Building

loan information, financial aid applications, scholarship information, individual financial package information

Office of Multicultural Affairs (860) 297- 4251 Hamlin/Cook

diversity issues, concerns, support, and information

Registrar’s Office (860) 297-2116 Trinity Commons

academic calendar, course information, transcripts, grades, exam schedule, transfer credit

Campus Safety (860) 297-2222 76 Vernon Street

security issues, parking tickets and permits, campus shuttles and escorts, questions about campus safety

Counseling Center (860) 297-2415 135 Allen Place

personal counseling sessions, free of charge for Trinity students

Dean of Students Office (860) 297-2156 Hamlin Hall

pre-orientation programs, academic issues, counseling, discipline issues, support for students with learning disabilities and physical disabilities

First Year Program Office (860) 297-5331 Jones Basement

information about first year seminar classes, faculty, and mentors, general information for first year students

Health Center

(860) 297-2018 Wheaton Hall

information about immunizations, health concerns, medical help

Office of Campus Life (860) 297-2305 Hamlin

all housing information, extended or early housing accommodations

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On-Campus International Clubs and Organizations

Participation in clubs and organizations gives students the chance to get together in an atmosphere of common interest, while offering opportunities for expanding and strengthening social and intellectual camaraderie. At Trinity there are plenty of options for taking part in organized activities outside the classroom. Our campus is home to numerous social and cultural organizations, including Hillel, the Newman Club, La Voz Latina, the Asian American Student Association (AASA), and Imani, the Black Students organization, to name just a few.

Of particular interest to International students there is the International House (iHouse) and the International Student Services Association (ISSA). Students will receive more information about these organizations during orientation. For a complete list of on-campus clubs and organizations, please refer to the college website at http://www.trincoll.edu/StudentLife/StudentOrganizations/.

Information Technology and Computer Services Information Technology is well integrated into virtually every aspect of life at Trinity. Students send and receive e-mail from their professors, pick up and drop off papers electronically, and perform research on the Web. Our campus network, which makes these activities possible, reaches into all academic and administrative departments as well as all student residence halls. In addition to facilitating the exchange of documents and data, the network provides access to dozens of software packages that are needed for class work. If you have questions, please call 297-2007, or via e-mail at Consultants@trincoll.edu. You can also find much more information on-line at the Computing Center’s home page: http://www.trincoll.edu/depts/cc/. Trinity is committed to providing all members of its community with access to state-of-the-art information technologies. A vast array of information services is in use to facilitate learning in the classroom, the laboratory, the library, and the dormitory room.

Network File Servers The Computing Center maintains network file servers or “share areas” for public use. These network volumes contain software that can be accessed by any users. Residential Data Services Every dormitory room on campus has complete access to Trinity’s data network. There is no charge for use or for a connection to the network.

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Electronic Mail Every student is provided with a Trinity College e-mail address with can be activated before arriving at Trinity. Addresses are in the format Firstname.Lastname@trincoll.edu. First Year Students can find information about activating their email accounts at http://www.trincolle.du/depts/cc/documentation/email/firstyearemail.htm. All students are required to use their Trinity e-mail address for correspondence during their entire tenure at Trinity; however, students may forward their Trinity e-mail to another address if they wish. Much of the communication between faculty, students, staff, departments, and programs occurs via Trinity e-mail addresses, especially time-critical information. More information regarding e-mail, including e-mail activation, is available online at http://www.trincoll.edu/depts/cc/documentation/email/firstyearmail.htm. Network Laser Printing Printing to public laser printers in the Library and Information Technology Center is available from any computer connected to the campus network. More information on printing is available at http://www.trincoll.edy/depts/cc/documentation/ under the “Networking on Campus” section. Library Computing Resources The Trinity College Library and Information Technology Center (http://www.trincoll.edu/RaetherCTR/) is a repository of knowledge and an informational hub. Services include access to the library CTW (Connecticut-Trinity-Wesleyan) catalog, connections to other libraries and multimedia based information. Trinity College on the World Wide Web Trinity’s World Wide Web server (http://www.trincoll.edu/) provides a number of practical services, including academic schedules, rules and regulations, departmental information, library resources, computing documentation, and postings from student organizations. Blackboard Blackboard (http://my.trincoll.edu) is Trinity College’s on-line e-Learning landscape. Faculty members use the Blackboard site to post class material, host class-related discussions, and even interact with members of their class in real time. Students pick up assignments for class and drop off papers all from their computer’s web browser. Trinity Exchange Campus events and announcement information is available through Trinity Exchange at http://www.trincoll.edu/trinexchange. TCOnline TCOnline (http:// tconline.trincoll.edu) is used for registering for classes, viewing unofficial transcripts, and other student data maintained by the Registrar’s office.

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Students on the World Wide Web Trinity students are also on the World Wide Web. Students can create their own web presence and have their name on our Walk of Fame. Student On-Line Publications Trinity is also home to the Trinity Tripod, the official student newspaper, and The Other Voice, a hip literary opus. Network Language Lab The Computing Center maintains a shared network server dedicated solely to the purpose of serving the needs of foreign language scholars and students. The server provides access to a growing collection of software packages designed to assist students in learning foreign languages. Instructional Facilities Trinity labs and classrooms across campus are networked and offer printing and projection capabilities. Informational Technology Services also provides shared hosts that are adept at handling CPU-intensive applications such as mathematical modeling, graphics, Computer Aided Design (CAD), and digital video editing. Help Desk The Help Desk provides both application and network support for the student body at Trinity. They can answer questions about how to use supported software applications, and provide assistance in configuring student computers to access to Trinity network. The Help Desk can also provide information on appropriate computers for the Trinity network. TCTV Trinity College Television (http://www.trincoll.edu/depts/av/) has been a growing local access cable TV network serving teaching spaces and all dorm rooms. As part of this service Trinity provides channels of international, native-language programming that make it a vital resource for studies in the Modern Languages. Other educational and cultural programming also originates from on-campus. Informational Technology Services Help Desk, (860) 297-2007 (X-2007 on campus) Email: Consultants@trincoll.edu (Staff is available Monday-Friday to answer hardware and networking questions) Information can also be found on the Computing Center’s website: http://www.trincoll.edu/depts/cc/. Email Activation: http://www.trincoll.edu/depts/cc/documentation/email/firstyearemail.htm

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Some Frequently Asked Questions What if I don’t have a computer?

There are computer labs for student use, so it is not essential to have your own computer.

Does Trinity support wireless networking? Yes! We have wireless access in public areas like Mather Dining Hall, the Cave, many classrooms, and the Library and Information Technology Center. We currently see wireless networking as a supplement to the existing traditional wired network. Therefore, we will continue to maintain the standard Ethernet modular jacks (RJ-45) in all dorm rooms and public access areas. Note that dormitory rooms are generally not equipped with wireless access, so you must use a traditional wired Ethernet card to access the network in your dorm room. You are strongly encouraged to take advantage of wireless networking on campus, and to do so you will need to purchase a wireless Ethernet card. Wireless cards must conform to the IEEE 802-11b standard and have WECA (Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance) “Wi-Fi” stamp of approval. Cards that fail to meet these standards WILL NOT work at Trinity. The Cisco Aironet cards, 3Com’s 11Mbps wireless LAN cards, and Apple’s cards are products that meet these minimum requirements. More information can be found at http://www.trincoll.edu/depts/cc/documentation/wireless/wireless.htm.

What about a printer? Students find it beneficial to have a printer in their room. We recommend inkjet printers as they generally meet most students’ needs. They produce high-quality output that’s very similar to a laser printer, but at a fraction of the cost. Although color isn’t often a necessity, most manufacturers offer a color ink jet printer that is close in price to their black and white models. Not all printers are the same however, and one should look not only at the cost of the replacement cartridges when comparing printers, but whether the black and color cartridges have to be replaced at the same time when one is empty. If they can be replaced separately, you will be saving addition money. Printing on public laser printers is available from any computer connected to the campus network. More information on printing is available at http://www.trincoll.edu/depts/cc/documentation/ under the “Networking on Campus” section.

Can I have a web page?

Yes, students are given space for personal web pages.

How do I connect to the network if I am living on-campus? All dorm rooms at Trinity are equipped to provide a high-speed connection to Trinity’s network and access to the Internet. In order to make use of this connection, appropriate network hardware and software must be installed in your computer. Most computers are “network ready,” but if yours is not, you will need to purchase and install an appropriate 10Base-T Ethernet card to allow your computer to access the network in your dorm room. Supported cards are listed at http://www.trincoll.edu/depts/cc/StudentHelpDesk/Purchase/ with the recommended configurations.

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Are there rules for using the Trinity Network?

Yes, Trinity has a policy governing the acceptable use of computing, communications, and video systems. The policy is included in the Handbook of Student Computing given to every student and it is also available on the web: http://www.trincoll.edu/depts/cc/documentation/stuhbk/networkuseguide.html. Every student is expected to know and adhere to these regulations. Ignorance of the rules is not an acceptable defense.

How will I get my computer on the network? We will have instructions available which describe how to set up your computer to access the network, including details on software you may have to install. You can pick up installation packets on the first day of school during registration and anytime after at the Help Desk in the Library and Information Technology Center. Information is also available online at http://www.trincoll.edu/depts/cc/documentation.

Are there any workshops or classes I can take to improve my computer skills? Yes. A number of workshops are offered throughout the semester. A schedule will be available at registration and can also be found online linked off of the Computing Center’s homepage: http://www.trincoll.edu/depts/cc/.

Does Trinity provide financial assistance to purchase a computer? Please contact the Director of Financial Aid for information about the possibility of aid for a computer purchase.

Does anyone offer a loan to buy a computer? Some computer manufacturers offer leasing or loan programs to qualified students; contact the specific company for more information. If you do look into a computer loan or lease program, make sure you calculate the total cost of the deal—the cost of the computer plus the interest or finance charge. You might find that you would be better off saving your money until you can purchase the computer outright.

What should I do if I still have questions? If you still have questions, contact the Computing Center Phone: (860)297-2007 (dial 2007 from on campus) Email: Consultants@trincoll.edu WWW: http://www.trincoll.edu/depts/cc/

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The Trinity College “Bantam”ID Card

When you arrive on campus, you will be issued a Trinity ID card. Have this with you at all times, you will need it for lots of things, including access to campus buildings and dorms as well as making on-campus purchases. Replace a lost or stolen Bantam ID Card at Building & Grounds, M-F 8AM - 4PM or Campus Safety, nights and weekends. Please see http://www.trincoll.edu/StudentLife/campuslife/bantam.htm for more information. Frequently asked questions

What is the Bantam ID? The Bantam ID is your student ID card. What are Bantam Bucks? Bantam Bucks are a debit system, which enables you to use your Trinity ID at the Underground Coffeehouse, laundry and vending machines, campus bookstores, public printers and copiers, the Health Center, Cinestudio, at several off-campus businesses (see Bantam ID Programs), Peter B’s and in any of the campus dining facilities. Money may be put onto one of three accounts: Bantam Bucks, Dining Dollars, and Printing Dollars.

What are the accounts linked with my ID and what is the difference between all of these accounts? Bantam Bucks may be used in all the places listed above; Dining Dollars may be used in the dining facilities and are sold at a 10% discount (e.g. $10 put in this account will earn you $11). The Printing Dollars account begins with a balance of $25 and is used for public printing only. Once the $25 in Printing Dollars is gone, your Bantam Bucks account is used to pay for printing.

How do I put money on one of these Bantam ID Card accounts? For Bantam Bucks and Dining Dollars, machines known as Value Transfer Stations (VTS) reside in Mather Hall (adjacent to the Office of Campus Life, Mather 107), at 76 Vernon Street (upstairs from Campus Safety), and in the library. Simply follow the directions on the VTS screen, which will allow deposits of $5, $10, and $20. Checks made payable to “Trustees of Trinity College” may be deposited at the Business Office. You cannot add to your Printing Dollars.

Can I add money to my accounts online now? The BlackBoard e-commerce system enables Bantam ID cardholders (or the friends, parents, or relatives of Bantam ID cardholders) to deposit money into a Bantam Bucks account using Visa or MasterCard. To deposit money from a credit card into the Bantam Bucks account, you must know the account number (located above the bar-code on your ID card) and the account holder's first and last name. Just go to tcommerce.trincoll.edu

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How do I use the Bantam ID Card in the laundry machines? Once you have put money onto your Bantam ID Card at a VTS, use the control box (on the wall of the laundry room) to first select which machine, and then simply slide your card. Use the help key if you need more information.

What are my choices for using a Bantam ID Card account in the campus dining facilities? There are two options:

Students on meal plans may use the account called Dining Dollars that works like “Meal Plan Flex” with two important differences: (1) Dining Dollars don’t expire at the end of the semester; students who buy them will still have them in January, and more importantly (2) Dining Dollars purchased through the VTS machines are given a 10% bonus: ex. spend $20 and get $22 on your account.

The Bantam Bucks account may be used. When you go to the register, you must ask the cashier to use Bantam Bucks for the transaction.

Whom should I call with questions regarding the Bantam ID Card? Please contact T.J. Barber in the Office of Campus Life at extension x2171.

Dining Services, Bookstore(s), Health Center, Cinestudio

The Bistro and Cave accept cash, Bantam Bucks, Dining Dollars, and meal plans.

Mather and Gallows Hill bookstores accept cash, credit card, check or Bantam Bucks.

Bantam Bucks are accepted at Health Center for supplies and medicine.

Bantam Bucks are accepted at Cinestudio.

Account/Card Services

Check balances and add money to your Dining Dollars and/or Bantam Bucks accounts at Value Transfer Stations in Mather, Campus Safety and the Library

Check your balances, cancel your card, or transfer money from a credit card to your Bantam account on-line at http://tcommerce.trincoll.edu (click on “my accounts”).

Academics

Academic Support

Trinity College prides itself as a liberal arts college dedicated to academic excellence. Academic support is integral to fostering this excellence. As a Trinity student, you will find many individuals and offices employed expressly to help you be a better student.

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Faculty Faculty are the first resource for students who need help with a course. Trinity faculty keep office hours so students can get the academic support they need in that professor’s class. American students frequently question professors outside of class about grades and to clarify course assignments. This is not considered rude or disrespectful when handled tactfully. Advisors Advisors assigned to each student are also a valuable resource for Trinity students. Faculty advisors can assist students with time management, course selection, and program requirements, which are all essential for academic excellence. It is recommended that international students contact their academic advisors as soon as possible during the first week of classes. Academic advisors will be able to explain the course selection system and the registration process as well as confirm that students are enrolled in the proper classes. The faculty advisors will assist students throughout the year and will be available to answer their questions. Teaching Assistants (TAs) TA’s are students who assist professors with particular classes. These upper-class students provide academic support in larger or more demanding classes. College Tutors College tutors are students who are selected by the Dean of Students Office to help students in many different difficult courses and subject areas.

Classroom Format

In American classrooms, students are encouraged to share their opinions, ask questions and challenge professors and classmates. It is not considered rude to disagree or debate in class at the appropriate times. While it would be rude to debate a point with a friend in whispered tones while a professor lectures, it would not be rude to present your opinion to the class when the professor pauses or stops lecturing. Class participation is often an essential part of your grade at Trinity.

Math Center The Math Center employs student tutors available to assist students with their math classes. These peer tutors are students who have successfully completed two years of Calculus at Trinity. Located in MCEC, the Math Center provides a quiet study space, a math reference library, faculty advising, and three Macintosh Computers as well as tutoring services.

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Writing Center The Allan K. Smith Writing Center is a student-run tutoring facility available to all students. Tutors called “Writing Associates,” apply to the program and are selected by faculty and current Writing Associates. Students chosen to be Writing Associates exhibit excellent writing skills as well as an interest in and experience with working with others. All Associates attend a semester long class to train them for the responsibilities of writing tutoring. They can give you useful advice when you have a writer’s block or they can even proof-read your complete work. Trinity students are encouraged to use the Writing Center at any stage of the Writing Process from outlining an essay to writing a thesis.

Health and Safety

SAFETY

The Trinity campus is located in a diverse neighborhood of Hartford and students are consistently reminded to exercise caution and vigilance. Trinity College employs its own security force to help preserve the safety of Trinity community members. Being safe, however, is not just a matter of having a security force. You can avoid precarious situations by following a few recommended precautions. Below are safety tips recommended by Campus Safety and important emergency numbers. General Personal Safety Tips: 1. Be aware of your surroundings and avoid dark, secluded areas. 2. If you think you are being followed, walk quickly to a lighted area or group of people. 3. Don’t walk alone at night. You can call for an escort from Campus Safety or take the on-campus shuttle if you need to go out at night. 4. Keep your door locked when you are in or out of your room. Always ask who is at your door before you open it. 5. Never prop open a campus building door 6. Never let people you do not know into a dorm building On and off-campus shuttles, internship shuttles During the academic year, shuttles run on-campus after 6 p.m. Use these shuttles to get around campus instead of walking. Off campus shuttles run on weekends, allowing you easy access to Downtown Hartford, West Hartford and Westfarms Mall. Internship shuttles are operated by Dattco free of charge on weekdays to get you to various locations in the Hartford area. You need to reserve a ride at least a day before you need it. For more information call Mather Front Desk.

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Emergency Blue boxes Located around campus are Blue Boxes which can be used to get help in the event of an emergency. For more safety tips and information, consult the Campus Safety “Personal Security & Safety” Web Page at http://www.trincoll.edu/depts/campsaft/personal_security.shtml, or call Campus Safety at (860) 297-2222. Emergency Services

*On campus, just dial 2222 from any on-campus phone **Throughout the U.S., 911 is the standard emergency number. If you are on-campus, you must dial 9 to get an outside line, and then 911.

Health

Before arriving to Trinity, you should receive a packet from the Health Center, which will introduce you to Trinity policies and requirements of some examinations by your family doctor. A copy of this form is also on the Health Center website under Immunization and Physical Form. The state of Connecticut requires all students who live on a college campus be vaccinated against and educated about meningococcal meningitis. Please arrange for this prior to arrival on campus. If you cannot obtain it prior to arrival, please call the Health Center at 860-297-2018 and reserve a dose for a fee to be given during check-in on the first day you arrive. We strongly suggest you contact your home health care provider to discuss and obtain immunization against meningococcal disease prior to arrival so protection exists during the first few weeks on campus. A vaccine is available to help protect against Hepatitis B. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommends vaccination of everyone age 18 and under, and anyone at high risk for hepatitis B. The American College Health Association (ACHA) recommends that all college students be vaccinated. The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) recommends that all student athletes be vaccinated.

EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBER 297-2222*

CAMPUS SAFETY 297-2222

HARTFORD POLICE DEPARTMENT 911**

HARTFORD POLICE (NON-EMERGENCY) 527-6300

HARTFORD FIRE DEPARTMENT 911

HEALTH CENTER 297-2018

TRINITY SEXUAL ASSAULT COUNSELOR 297-5377 (in an emergency, call 297-2222)

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A Tuberculosis Test is also required of all students and can be obtained at the Health Center for $10.00. The Health Center also recommends a Tetanus Booster shot if your last booster was more than 10 years ago. You can also get a Tetanus Booster from the Health Center for a $10.00 fee.

Health Insurance

All four-year degree undergraduate students will need to prove adequate health insurance coverage as a condition of enrollment. To assure everyone is covered, Trinity will charge every student for the plan. For more information on the plan, please see http://www.trincoll.edu/StudentLife/HealthSafety/HealthCenter/insurance.htm

To remove the charge from your tuition and prove your own personal coverage, simply complete the hard-waiver at https://www.kosterweb.com/students/student_home.php?idField=1044

Students may bring their own insurance, as long as it meets the requirements below,

Medical benefits of at least $50,000 per accident or illness

Repatriation of remains in the amount of $7500

Expenses associated with medical evacuation to the students home country in the amount of $10,000

A deductible not to exceed $500 per accident or illness.

Immigration matters Upon arrival to campus, all incoming international students will receive an orientation on immigration issues, including how to remain in status, do’s and don’ts, working on campus, getting a social security number and filing taxes. The International Student & Scholar Coordinator is always available by appointment to meet with students and answer questions. Under Federal Law, all international students are required to check with the International Student & Scholar Coordinator in the OIP within the first 30 days at the start of each semester. Students who fail to do this will not be recorded in the SEVIS system as an active student and will have to leave the country immediately. While the OIP and the International Student & Scholar Coordinator will advise students of immigration regulations, it is ultimately the responsibility of the student to know the laws and requirements to remain in F-1 or J-1 immigration status.