130731 Move-In Survival Guide

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CONTACT INFORMATION

Office of Residence Life

(718) 990-2417

[email protected]

stjohns.edu/ResLifeQueens

facebook.com/STJResLifeQueens

twitter.com/STJResLife

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This Move-in Guide

contains answers to

your questions about

living on campus, mo

in day, what to bring

and what not to bring

and so much more.

Congratulations on

your enrollment at

St. Johns University

and welcome home!

Welcome to St. Johns University!

In making the decision to live with

us this year, you have just taken your

college experience to the next level. The

convenience and added amenities of

the Residence Life program will prepare

you for a fully engaged and top-notch

experience. We are excited for your arrival,

and so are your peers. Get ready!

Speaking of getting readythe best thing

you can do before you move in is do just

that: Be prepared. Residence Life would

like to familiarize you with the move-in

process and some of our policies and

procedures so you will be off to a great

start. The first piece of information we

would like to share is how to find and

contact us.

Office of Residence LifeDonovan Hall C-16 (Garden Level)

(718) 990-2417

[email protected]

facebook.com/STJResLifeQueens

www.twitter.com/STJResLife

Residence LifeWelcomes YouYouve Just

Taken Your

SJU Experience

to theNext Level

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Move-in Dates, Times and Locat

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4 p.m. Floor Meeting (students ONLY)

FRESHMANMOVE-IN DAYSaturday, August 31, 2013

Enter Gate 4,Report toCarnesecca Plaza

CONTINUING/GRADUATEMOVE-IN DAYSunday, September 1, 2013

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MOVE-IN DATES FOR SPECIAL GROUPS(ONLY IF AFFILIATED)


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Pay University BillUniversity bills must be paid or the appropriate financial

arrangements must have been made prior to move-in. Even though

Student Financial Services will be available on move-in day, we

strongly urge students to make sure that bills are paid in advance

of arrival to campus. If a bill is not paid, students will not be able to

complete the check-in process. University bills include tuition and

housing charges as well as other University fees. Fall term bills are

available beginning June 24, 2013 and payment is due by July 24,

2013. You can view your bill via UIS (University Information System)

and we suggest you doublecheck your account before you depart.

Please note, since move-in weekend is Labor Day weekend,

banks (i.e., lenders) may be closed for the holiday.

Obtain SJU Student IDGetting a St. Johns University identification card is necessary inorder for students to move in. While there will be an opportunity to

obtain a Storm Card during Orientation and move-in, we strongly

urge students who are able to come to campus prior to move-in

to do so to get their Storm Card. Storm Cards are processed at

the Public Safety Office, located on Goethals Avenue outside Gate

6. The Public Safety Office (718) 990-6257 is open Monday to

Thursday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and beginning on August 23 on

Fridays from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. to issue SJU IDs.

Bring Copies of Emergency InformationIt is important that we have all the necessary contact information in

the event of an emergency. Residence Life will require students to

register emergency contact name and phone numbers and missing

person contact name and phone numbers. In addition, students are

required to disclose health insurance provider information (eitherSJU or private plan).

Submit Your MMR DocumentationStudents are expected to have submitted their MMR vaccination

information to the St. Johns University Health Office prior to arrival.

Students may not remain in residence without proper vaccinations

and documentation.

What to Do Before You Arrive

Bring an open mind

The St. Johns student

experience is wonderful.

Bring a positive attitude

and an open mind, and

you will do great!

Move-in day is a very exciting

time, but it also can be a

stressful time for students and

their families, especially if they

do not follow the outlined steps.

Completing these steps prior

to move-in day will help assure

a smooth and quick check-in

process. Please take advantage

by planning ahead.

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Weapons of any kin

items for decorati

Alcohol/drug parap

(including items fo

purposes such as s

bottles, etc.)

Space heaters of an

Halogen lamps, oct

style lamps, candl

incense

Hot plates

Toaster/toaster ove

Weights heavier tha

Electric blankets

Speakers (DJ equipmPets of any kind

Refrigerator larger

cubic feet

Cordless telephone/

machine

Excessively large sto

Non-university furn

mattresses

Wireless routers

PLEASE NOTE:

Bedrooms are desig

one television and o

feet refrigerator

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You are about to move into a new home,

so you will need to bring necessities

and a few items to make your stay in

campus housing more comfortable

and enjoyable. We hope these lists of

What to Bring and What NOT

to Bring help you make informeddecisions about what to pack. As you

are gathering your items, keep in mind

that you will have roommates and/or

suitemates who will also bring a carload

of belongings.

Please refer to the link provided for

the Residence Life Handbookfor

clarification on any items. The Residence

Life Handbook is subject to change each

academic year.

Packing Lists:What to Bring

and WhatNot to Bring

Micro-fridgeRental

Information

Linens/blankets (Standard Twin)

Pillows

Towels

ToiletriesToilet paper and paper towels

Laundry detergent

Laundry basket or bag

Cleaning supplies (mop,

broom, wipes)

Garbage can

Hangers

Area rug

Dishes/utensils

Refrigerator (4.0 cubic feetor less)

Television/DVD player

Stereo/alarm clock

Computer/laptop accessories

Desk lamp

School supplies

Message board

Table top ironing board/iron

(with automatic shut off)

Extension cord/power strip(with surge protector)

Flashlight/batteries

Medicine cabinet items/first

aid kit

Renters insurance

THINGS YOUCANBRING

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On move-in day residents must enter at Gate 4 located

on Union Turnpike and report to Carnesecca Plaza where

Public Safety will provide directions to parking areas. Once

parked, students should report to the following locations

(in this order).

1. Obtain Student ID Presidents Room,Carnesecca Arena

If you already obtained your student ID during

Orientation or during the summer, you can skip this

step. Your student ID will provide you with access to

your building, suite (if applicable), meal plan, library

and much more. You must carry your ID at all times.

2. Check in to Housing Assignment Marillac TerraceStudents arriving in Marillac Terrace will be greeted by

Residence Life to begin the check-in process. Studentswill swipe their card once t o confirm they have

satisfied all requirements for housing check-in (below).

If all requirements are satisfied, students will receive a

white check-in form and proceed.

a. Registration status confirmed

b. Financial obligations satisfied

c. MMR vaccinations

d. MMR vaccination paperwork received by SJU

e. Housing assignment verified

Student Financial Services representatives will be

available on move-in day to assist with financial

concerns and answer any questions. Students will

receive a colored parking pass designated by building

to place in their windshield.Please note: due to the

holiday weekend, banks will be closed.

3. Join Traffic Pattern to Unload andMove-in From Gate 4 Parking Lot toResidence Hall

Students will be directed by Public Safety to their

assigned Residence Hall or apartment building and

routed to the traffic pattern for move in.

Students checking into our residence ha

unload belongings directly onto the side

as directed by Public Safety. Parking in fr

halls is very limited (and i n some cases n

and individuals should stay with their be

while others move the vehicle to the des

parking areas.

Mega Movers, our student volunteers, w

to assist in the move-in process. Mega M

identifiable, wearing bright colored T-sh

also help to answer any of your move-in

We recommend that you bring a dolly o

you move your items from the curb area

building. Residence Life will provide a lim

of shopping carts to assist. Shopping car

signed out and returned to the designat

4. Check-in to Housing AssignmentReport to Assigned Residence Ha

Students will present their white check-

Residence Life personnel. Once you have

checked into your residence hall, you ca

the process of moving your belongings i

new home.

At your building you will receive the foll

Room Condition Reportan inventory

rooms condition prior to arrival. Pleas

this form and return to your RA.

Room Keys and Mailbox KeysStuden

their bedroom keys (if applicable) and

You will sign for these items before thand you are responsible for them if l os

will result in a $125 lock change billed

student account.

Once you have successfully checked into

residence hall, you can begin the proces

your belongings into your new home.

What to Expect WhenYou Arrive on Campus

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Student NameOConnor Hall100 St. Johns UniversitySuite 205-R2Queens, NY 11439-1000

Student NameCarey Hall200 St. Johns UniversitySuite 210-R3

Queens, NY 11439-2000Student NameCentury Hall300 St. Johns UniversitySuite 507-R1Queens, NY 11439-3000

Student NameDaSilva Hall400 St. Johns UniversitySuite 405-R2Queens, NY 11439-4000

Student NaHollis Hall500 St. JohSuite 602-RQueens, NY

Student NaDonovan H600 St. JohRoom 109

Queens, NYStudent NaFounders V700 St. JohApt. 101AQueens, NY

Student NaSt. Vincent800 St. JohRoom 305Queens, NY

Residence Life HandbookPlease familiarize yourself with the rules and regulations for

residence hall living. Information is available on the Web at

stjohns.edu/ResLifeQueens . Your Resident Assistant will review some

of this information during your first floor meetings. However, it is

your responsibility to read and review all policies and procedures.

Room ChangesStudents wishing to move into another room may request aroom change beginning Monday, September 9, through Sunday,

September 22. Room changes are contingent upon availability and

we will continue to update our availability as room vacancies occur.

Facilities and IT ServicesStudents may submit a work order of any non-emergency facility

concern by logging onto intranet.stjohns.edu. Select How do I

in the tool bar, then click on Work Order Request. Emergency

facility issues such as major leaks and flooding, inoperative door

locks, and any problem that endangers property or safety can

be reported to Facilities Services by calling (718) 990-6254/6253

Monday through Friday. During the weekend and after hours,

please contact the Resident Assistant on duty in your residence hall.

On move-in day, Facilities will have an information tent located

adjacent to the residence halls where students can report individual

concerns as they move in. Information Technology will be located at

the Montgoris Dining Hall to address IT issues for students.

Students are not permitted to paint their rooms. Individual rooms

are painted by Facilities Services on a rotating basis. Lofts or other

structural modifications to an assigned residence hall space

are prohibited.

Please note: The Office of Residence Life and Facilities

Services reserve the right to enter student rooms for

emergencies, health and safety inspections and general

maintenance purposes.

Recycling and TrashThe Office of Sustainability has provided each suite/room with a

small blue recycling bin to be used to collect your recyclables. Thisbin will be collected at check-out and is your responsibility. Large

recycling bins are available in the trash rooms on each floor

of most of the residence halls. Residents should place non-recyclable

trash in the appropriate trash receptacles in the trash rooms in their

buildings.

GeneralInformation

MailServicesThe Mailroom receives studentsmail and packages shipped by

USPS, UPS, FedEx and DHL.

Letters will be placed in the

students mailbox located in

their residence hall. Packages

can be picked up by the student

at the Mailroom located in the

ROTC building.

The following are templates

for addressing mail to students

in the residence halls

and apartments.

DePaul Complex:

Student Name147-__ Union TurnpikeApt. __Flushing, NY 11367

Goethals Complex:

Student Name164-07 Goethals Avenue

Apt.__Or

164-09 Goethals AvenueApt. __Jamaica, NY 11432

* Depends onassignment.

Henley Roa

Student Na172-14 HenApt. __Jamaica Est

Seton Com

Student Na152-11 Unio

Apt. __Flushing, N

* Blanks afindicate tapartmenof the stushould beaccordingstudent a

* Underlined room or apartment numbeedited to i nclude students specific assi

RESIDENCE HALLS

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Thanksgiving Break Wednesday, November 27 to Sunday,

(Residence halls remain open.) November 1, 2013

Winter Break Begins Thursday, December 19, 2013 - Halls close at

(Residence halls are closed.) 10 a.m.

Students may request to stay during Winter Break for an additional housing charge.

Permission must be communicated by Residence Life in writing.

Residence Halls Reopen Monday, January 20, 2014

Spring Classes begin Wednesday, January 22, 2014.

Spring Break Monday, March 3, 2014Sunday, March 9, 2014

Halls remain open. Classes resume Monday,

March 10, 2014.

Easter Break Thursday, April 17, 2014Monday, April 21, 2014

Halls remain open.

Residence Halls Close Wednesday, May 14, 2014 at 10 a.m.

All students must move out by 10 a.m.

NO EXCEPTIONS!

Fall Semester 2013

Spring Semester 2014

Housing Calendar 2013/14 Week of Welcome Events

DAY EVENT TIME(S) LOCATION(S)

Friday,August 30

Soccer Game 8 p.m. Belson Stadium

Saturday,August 31

Play Fair 5 p.m. Great Lawn

Saturday,August 31

Residence Life Block Party 78:30 p.m. Residence Villag

Saturday,August 31 Target Party 10 p.m.1 a.m. Target - Off Cam

Sunday,September 1

After the Fire: The True Story of Heroes andCowards

11 a.m 4 p.m. Mari llac Aud ito

Sunday,September 1

Womens Soccer Game 7 p.m. Belson Stadium

Sunday,September 1

Twilight Carnival 710 p.m. Lourdes Way

Sunday,September 1

Move-In Mass and Ice Cream Social 5:30 p.m. St. Thomas More

Monday,September 2

Beach Bash Noon4 p.m. Residence Villag

Tuesday,September 3

Class Photo 9:30 a.m. Great Lawn

Tuesday,September 3

Fall Convocation 10:30 a.m.3 p.m. Carnesecca Aren

Tuesday,September 3

Academic Engagement Fair 2:304 p.m. DAngelo Cente

Tuesday,September 3

A Look Back at the Fre shman Experienc e 3:30 p.m. Bent Ha ll 277 o r

Tuesday,September 3

The World Game 2 p.m 5 p.m. Taffner Field Ho

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Here is a preview of some of the events tolook forward to during Move-in Weekend.


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Red StormGREENMOVEMENT

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Energy ConservationBe a WATTSTOPPER and take charge of your

energy consumption.

Annual EventsFALL SPRING

University Service Day RecycleMania

Recycle Challenges Campus Conservation

Farmers Market Nationals

Chuck It 4 Charity

Single-Stream RecyclingALL recyclables can be placed in

THE SAME container!

Maintaining Natural Resources:water, native plants, food

Get involved in the organic garden, compost system

and arboretum!

youtube.com/watch?v=xqzB9SXk4uo

To learn more about the

GREEN MOVEMENT, go to:

stjohns.edu/sustainability

Use power strips to control your

energy usage (turn them off

when not using appliances).

Turn the lights off when you

are not in your room.

Do laundry only when load is

full, washing in cold water.

Use Energy Star appliances

and CFL light bulbs.

Use the stairs (we could all use

the exercise!)

Use less water: take shorter

showers, turn off faucet when

not in use.

Recycle, because its the rightthing to do (most waste is

recyclable!)

Dont waste food in Montgoris.

Use reusable bottles and water

fill stations instead of buying

plastic water bottles.

Encourage your friends/suite

mates to live sustainably.

Get involved: Join the Earth

Club, do community service

on campus and participate inSustainability events.

Communicate with your R.A.

TIPS FOR LIVINGSUSTAINABLY

SJU Sustainability Department:

[email protected]

(718) 990-5054
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