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Student Calendar and Guide to Residential Programs, Policies and Procedures

2012-2013

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RESIDENTIAL PROGRAMS AT HOFSTRA 2012-2013


Welcome to Residential Programs
Hofstras Office of Residential Programs offers a variety of living environments designed to meet the diverse needs of students. Six of the residence halls are high-rise buildings; Bill of Rights offers all-female floors as an option for students on floors 6-13. Liberty and Republic are low-rises that offer traditional, corridor-style living environments that house an academic program for Honors College students, with additional honors housing located next door in Vander Poel Hall. There are also four suite-style residence halls. Stuyvesant Hall houses first-year students and is a four-story building with two common area lounges and laundry facilities on each floor. The Netherlands Complex also houses first-year students exclusively. There are seven living/learning communities offered in the Netherlands; students live together based on an interest in a common theme. This years themes include Leadership through Engagement, Advocacy and Dedication (L.E.A.D.); Well-Balanced Exploration of Life Lessons (W.E.L.L.); Pre-Health Professions (PreP); and Students Aspiring for Greatness in Entertainment (S.T.A.G.E.); Math, Science, and Engineering; STUDIO; and Presidential Politics. Colonial Square is also a suite-style complex similar to the Netherlands, consisting of 14 individual houses. Each house has approximately 16 suites; students may choose suites with or without lounges. Within Colonial Square, Jamestown and Newport Houses accommodate graduate and law students. Nassau and Suffolk are six-story buildings, each containing a common area lounge on the main floor, and are reserved exclusively for upper-class students. The Graduate Residence Hall is Hofstras newest residential facility, providing apartment-style accommodations for graduate, law and medical school students. It is located directly across from the Mack Student Center on the North Campus. Undergraduate students can apply for housing in any of the residential buildings except the Graduate Residence Hall, Jamestown and Newport houses.

Table of Contents
Residential Programs Procedures ..........................................September Residential and Damage Policies .............................................. October Residence Hall Policies/Dining Services/Dining Plans............November Room Policies/Guests/Custodial Services ..............................December Residential Programs Policies ..................................................... January Security Policy/Public Safety/Parking ....................................... February Emergency Services/Facilities Management .................................March Summer Housing/Refund Schedule/Room Selection ...................... April Mail Services .....................................................................................May Telecommunications/Getting Involved............................................ June Student Organizations/Chaplains/Study Abroad ............................. July Residential Living Agreement...................................................... August Important Campus Telephone Numbers/Fitness Center...... Back Cover

Residential Programs Mission Statement


The mission of the Office of Residential Programs is to create educational living/learning communities outside the classroom. The residence halls provide a safe and secure environment in which students develop: 4A sense of community. 4An appreciation of diversity. 4Communication and conflict resolution skills. 4Enhanced leadership skills. 4Connections between their academic and co-curricular lives. 4Traditions within their living communities. 4Respect for the Code of Community Standards. The Office of Residential Programs provides the highest quality service to our residents.

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Residential Programs at Hofstra 2012-2013


Check-In
On move-in day, you will be given the key to your room and an emergency contact card to complete. As you start to move in, be sure that you meet with your Resident Assistant (RA). Together, you and your RA will check your room or suite and record its condition on the Room Condition Report. Please complete this form accurately, as you will be billed for any changes in the condition of your room when you leave.

Check-Out
When a resident vacates a room, he/she must check out properly with an RA between the hours of 6 and 9 p.m. and follow proper checkout procedures: 1. Remove all personal belongings from the room. There is a minimum charge of $35 for items that are not removed. Items not removed will be discarded. The University assumes no responsibility for lost, damaged or discarded items. 2. Restore your room to its original condition. There is a minimum $50 charge for cleaning a dirty room. 3. Have an RA check your room in your presence to note any damages or repair needs on the Room Condition Report (RCR). 4. Return your key and receive a key receipt. 5. There is a $25 fee for improper check-out and a maximum charge of $200 for anyone who checks out beyond the approved departure date. 6. A minimum charge of $25 per key and a $35 core charge will be assessed for failure to turn in your key at the time of check-out.

conferences and housing. YOU MAY NOT LEAVE YOUR BELONGINGS IN YOUR ROOM OR ANY OTHER AREA OF THE RESIDENCE HALL. STUDENTS WHO DISREGARD THIS POLICY WILL BE SUBJECT TO ADDITIONAL CHARGES, DISPOSAL OF BELONGINGS, AND/OR POSSIBLE COMMUNITY STANDARD SANCTIONS. Specifics regarding the dates of opening and closing of the residence halls are included in your assignment packet, posted in each building and placed in mailboxes. Please read these notices. You are responsible for checking in and out according to the specified procedures, especially if you vacate prior to official check-out periods.

6. Be assertive in asking for what you want or need. 7. If you need a mediator, contact your RA or RD. After you begin to get to know each other, you may be able to prevent problems by making a roommate agreement about what will and will not occur in your room. Many people have great success with informal conversations, while others like to write an actual contract. If you and your roommate think that negotiating a formal contract is a good idea, you will want to consider the following issues: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Study time in the room/apartment. Visitation and guest policy. Bathroom use schedule for suite living. Cleaning the room, suite, bathroom and/or apartment. How you will handle any problems or conflicts. Sharing of food and cost of groceries. Use of one anothers property, including , use of TV computer, etc. Space for clothes, luggage and storage.

Any conflict you may have can usually be resolved through open, honest communication and the help of your Resident Assistant/Resident Director. If this is not possible, room changes generally begin after the second week of each academic semester or as soon as our fall and spring occupancy has been confirmed. See your Resident Director for more information and the appropriate paperwork. Your Resident Director can be found in your residence hall Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., or by appointment. If you change rooms without written approval from the Office of Residential Programs, you risk both a fine and disciplinary action. It is imperative that the Office of Residential Programs be aware of your room assignment at all times. You are responsible to inquire as to the difference in room rates when switching rooms, and any additional costs will be noted on your room change form. Students accepting the room change are responsible for the difference in costs. If you are moving to a more expensive room, you will be billed automatically for the higher room rate and must settle any balance with Student Financial Services. For those residents wishing to be assigned a single room when one becomes available, residents must be on the single room waiting list. Residents may add their names to the single room waiting list by visiting the Office of Residential Programs.

Residential Programs Staff


If you have any concerns while living at Hofstra University, we have a fully trained staff available to assist you. The various staff positions are as follows: Resident Assistant Senior Resident Assistant Assistant Resident Director Resident Director We also have additional staff in the main Residential Programs Office to assist you. You are encouraged to become acquainted with your Resident Assistant, who will be able to answer your questions and make living on campus a positive experience for you.

Living With a Roommate


The key to getting to know your roommate is communication. You cannot discover who he/she is unless you talk to each other. While we hope all roommates enjoy a positive experience, it is not guaranteed that you will become best friends, nor is that necessarily expected. When roommates dont get along, it can make for a challenging year. How do you work through problems with your roommate? Here are some tips: 1. Communication is the key. Talk to each other and tell your roommate when you are upset about something she/he did. 2. Be tactful when sharing your feelings with your roommate. 3. Be a good listener. Try to see each others view. 4. Remain pleasant and control your emotions. 5. Discuss little problems as they arise to prevent them from escalating into more serious conflicts.

The Residential Programs staff is available and interested in helping you negotiate a roommate contract. Seek their assistance when needed! Failure to negotiate or abide by an agreed upon roommate contract may result in a fine and/ or judicial action. Full-time professional staff members are always available in the Office of Residential Programs to assist you with your concerns as well.

Residential Programs on Duty


In case of an emergency, contact the Office of Residential Programs. When the office is closed, there is always a Resident Director on duty for the campus. To contact the RD on duty, call Public Safety at x3-6606. In addition, each building or complex has an RA on duty. From 6 to 9 p.m., youll find the RA on duty in the RA office. Between 9 p.m. and 8 a.m., the RA on duty is in his or her room. The name and phone number of the RA on duty is posted on the RA office door in each complex.

IMPORTANT REMINDERS:
q Meet your RA and RD. q Attend first floor meeting. q Look for single room waiting list sign-up. q When vacating, always check out of room with RA on duty between 6 and 9 p.m. q Review Residential Living Agreement. q _____________________________ q _____________________________ q _____________________________ q _____________________________

Opening and Closing


The residence halls open the weekend before classes begin and close at noon on the day following the last scheduled undergraduate final exam. Students who have not paid their fall bill in full by the end of the fall semester must check out of their rooms by December 20, 2012. During the summer sessions, certain residence halls remain open. At the end of the spring semester, all students are expected to move out at the proper time so that the buildings can be cleaned and repaired for summer

Room Assignments/ Room Changes


Room assignments/room changes are made pursuant to the Hofstra University Equal Opportunity Statement.

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Residential Policies
Hofstra University has developed policies and procedures to ensure that all contractual relationships, as well as fire, safety and maintenance standards, are upheld in the residence halls. In most instances, policies relate directly to the health and safety of residents and the condition of facilities. Since the ultimate responsibility for fulfilling these standards lies with the individual residents, all residents must read and abide by the Residential Living Agreement. A copy of the agreement is printed in this publication. If there is anything you need clarified, feel free to contact the Office of Residential Programs. A signed Residential Living Agreement is a binding obligation between the student and Hofstra University. The student is responsible for satisfying the full financial obligation of the contract in a timely manner consistent with published University payment schedules. Failure to meet the financial obligations to the University may result in the students required vacancy of their residential housing space. The student is obligated to reside in the facility stipulated in the contract and abide by the rules of conduct established for the residence hall system. Failure to do so will result in a fine and/or University sanction. In addition to these regulations, all students are required to abide by University policies and principles as set forth in the Code of Community Standards. Sanctions for breaking any of these rules range from a fine, warning or probation, to suspension from the residence halls or from the University. These policies are strictly enforced because of the ever-present threat of fire and our commitment to ensure personal health and safety. If you are banned from housing, you cannot return for any reason; if you are the roommate/suitemate of the banned student and allow him/her into the room/ suite, you can be held judicially responsible and/ or be charged for the entire room bill for the banned student. Anyone violating these policies may be subject to automatic disciplinary action under the Code of Community Standards. Listed below are the minimum fines for some of the most common residence hall infractions: Failure to comply with residence hall procedures.................................................... $100 Inappropriate use of a surge protector......... $100 Failure to evacuate during a fire alarm ........ $100 Unauthorized possession of University property........................................................ $100 Possession of bulk alcohol (per person)...... $100 Possession of a cooking appliance (per appliance) ............................................. $100

Failure to pack belongings when leaving the residence halls........................................ $100 Violation of security policy ......................... $100 Improper check-out .................. MINIMUM $25 Failure to maintain a clean environment ..... $100 Possession of an oversized refrigerator or an excessive number of refrigerators ............... $100 Possession of pets in room or suite ............. $100 Unauthorized room painting ....................... $100 Multiplug/octopus plugs.............................. $100 Tampering with window stops, safety bars, removing window warning stickers ............ $200 Writing on walls or doors ............................ $100 Excessive damage ..........REASSIGNMENT OR REMOVAL FROM HALL AND/OR FINES Failure to cooperate with maintenance schedule ....................................................... $100 Tampering with communications equipment .................................................... $100 Illegal entrance/egress to a residential unit . $100 Failure to vacate per announced deadlines ................................... MINIMUM $25 Candles (lighted or unlighted) and other fire hazards (per item) ........................ $100 Violation of quiet hours ............................... $100 In addition, consistent violation of any Residential Programs policy may result in removal from the residence halls and/or additional disciplinary action from the Dean of Students Office. All prohibited items found in any residential living environment will be confiscated by University personnel. Confiscated maintenance and safety items must be retrieved from your Resident Director on a day when you can show you will be taking the item off campus. Unclaimed items will be disposed of or donated to charity on the last day of the semester. The use of extension cords is prohibited by Nassau County fire codes.

within 10 days of the appeal. Dropping charges against suitemates/roommates rests with the discretion of the Office of Residential Programs. Should you have any questions about the proprietary appeals process, you may speak with the Associate Director of Operations for Residential Programs.

Damage and Vandalism Deposit


All resident students pay a housing deposit when they apply to live on campus. Once a student occupies a residence hall space, the housing deposit is then held for the academic year as a damage and vandalism deposit. This deposit is held in an account by the University and is credited to the students account when room inventories have been made and damages have been assessed at the end of the academic year. Costs to repair damage to the room, suite and/ or residence hall common areas will be deducted from the damage and vandalism deposit. If it should occur that the damage and vandalism deposit does not cover the damage charges incurred, the resident(s) will be responsible for the outstanding balance. Residential Programs and the custodial staff make every effort to determine the person(s) who caused the damage. If the University is unable to determine the specific individual(s) responsible, then the costs will be deducted from all residents of the room, suite, floor or building, as appropriate. It is the responsibility of each resident to remain vigilant with regard to the actions of fellow residents and guests. Should a resident observe vandalism being perpetrated, the resident should notify a Residential Programs staff member and/or contact Public Safety, so the responsible person(s) can be held accountable. At the end of the academic year, if a student has incurred any additional charges (tuition, housing, etc.), any credit from the damage and vandalism deposit will be applied toward these charges.

of Residential Programs. Excessive damage may lead to students of an area being reassigned or removed from the residence halls. To prevent a see no evil approach to damages perpetrated against University property, we must offer some incentive toward responsible action. The damage and vandalism deposit used for the repair of major damages to common areas serves to increase each students investment in the residence halls and promotes a feeling of community pride. It gives each resident the right to object actively to destructive acts by fellow students and increases the probability that the community of students will become selfmonitoring and insist on individual responsibility for behavior. This policy is our best attempt to create a system that emphasizes the importance of citizenship and active participation. We make every attempt to administer this policy as fairly as possible. Good citizenship and responsibility by all residents will remove the need to invoke this policy. All residents of the building will share costs for damage done to community areas (such as lounges, hallways, bathrooms, living rooms and plate glass), which cannot be assessed to the individual responsible for the damage. When dealing with damages to common areas, the Office of Residential Programs considers each building an individual community. Residents will share equally in the cost of repairs that cannot be ascribed to those liable for the damage. It is up to you to let the Office of Residential Programs know who has caused the damage in order to avoid everyone in your building sharing the cost.

Proprietary Appeals
Appeals of all fines must be made in writing (within 10 days) to the Associate Director of Operations for Residential Programs. If you receive a proprietary fine, specific instructions on the appeal process will be provided to you at that time. The Proprietary Appeals Committee will review the appeal and respond in writing to the student(s). When it cannot be determined who is responsible for a violation, all occupants of the room, suite or apartment will be fined the listed amount. Students assuming responsibility for the violation can do so in writing to the Associate Director of Operations for Residential Programs and have the charges against their fellow suitemates/roommates rescinded, but must do so

Community Damage Assessment


Please note that a Hofstra University union employee must fix any damage done to your residence hall room. No outside worker can be brought in, and you may not fix any damage yourself. In the event that an individual floor or other clearly delineated area of the building suffers disparate damage, the Office of Residential Programs has the option to limit the liability to the residents of that area. Itemized damage reports will be available periodically upon request in the Office

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Refrigerator/Microwave
Residents may bring their own refrigerator for their residence hall room or suite. The size and number of these refrigerators are limited (one per room or two per suite) due to the electrical current they draw and the limited electrical outlets in the residence hall rooms and suites. The refrigerator must be an energy-efficient model and may not exceed five (5) cubic feet in size. Any refrigerator larger than five (5) cubic feet in a residence hall room and/or suite is a violation of Residential Programs policy. Additionally, personal microwaves are prohibited in on-campus residence hall rooms and suites. The University has made arrangements with a vendor to provide both refrigerator and refrigerator/microwave rental units at competitive prices. Residents should receive by mail specific information regarding this rental service. Otherwise, information will be posted during move in at the residence hall or at the Office of Residential Programs. Although students can purchase refrigerator/freezer units of 5.0 cubic feet or less for use in residential rooms, for safety reasons, only those refrigerator/freezer/microwave multi-units rented through a University-sanctioned vendor are permitted in residence halls.

Financial Services and credited to your account. Additionally, dining plans are activated on a semesterly basis. Therefore, the dining plan you choose for the fall semester will also be processed to your account for the spring semester unless you notify the HofstraCard Services Office in writing. (Reminder: All first-year residential students are required to purchase one of the following dining plans for both the fall and the spring semesters: dining plans 5, 6 or 7.) Students will be held accountable for the dining plan contracts they sign. Dining plan conditions are very specific, so please contact HofstraCard Services should you have any questions about the dining plan. First-year residential students who fail to select a dining plan will automatically be assigned dining plan 5, as it is a condition of residency.

Dining Services
ALL POINTS: Hofstra offers declining balance dining plans. Points are deducted from your account as you use them. Your choice of 20 campus dining locations includes Au Bon Pain at Hofstra Deli, Caf Bistro at Bits & Bytes, Dutch Treats, Hof USA, Cyber Caf, Starr Caf, The Netherlands Caf, Subway, Java Connect, Starbucks at Caf on the Quad, Starbucks at Caf on the Corner, Student Center Caf, Elis Kosher Kitchen, Taro 13, California Pizza Kitchen, Axinn Library Caf featuring Pura Vida, Law School Kiosk, Breslin Kiosk, Medical School Kiosk and Stadium Concessions. The following dining plans are available: Plan Cost Per Semester $2,080 7 6 $1,960 $1,810 5 4 $1,615 3 $1,475 $800 1 All first-year resident students are required to purchase one of the following plans: Plan 5 6 7 Cost Per Semester $1,810 $1,960 $2,080

a plan will automatically be assigned to dining plan 5, as it is a condition of residency. Insufficient funds is not an exemption from the first-year residency requirement. B) Dining plan points are nonrefundable. C) Fall semester unused points may be carried over to the spring semester provided you purchase the same plan as the fall semester or one of a higher value for the spring. D) Spring semester unused points do not carry over to the summer/fall semesters. All unused points are forfeited as of Monday, May 20, 2013. E) Dining plans are activated at the start of each semester. F) All students are responsible for their dining plan contract whether or not they use any/all of their points.
PLEASE NOTE: Dining plans begin on the Saturday prior to the first day of undergraduate classes. Be sure to come to campus with sufficient funds until your dining plan begins. Dining plans cannot be shared or transferred. Cards will be confiscated if used by someone else. The University is not responsible for lost cards. You should report a lost or stolen card immediately to the Office of HofstraCard Services in 104 Mack Student Center. A replacement card will be issued at a cost of $10 for the first card, $25 for the second card, and $50 for every card thereafter.

Dining Plan Validation


After you have chosen and paid for a dining plan, it will be activated automatically on your HofstraCard. You do not need to visit HofstraCard Services to activate your card; just begin using it. You may check your balance at any dining register. The last day to use fall dining points is Wednesday, January 23, 2013, and the last day to use spring dining points is Sunday, May 19, 2013. *Fall dining points will carry over to spring only if a dining plan of the same or higher value has been contracted for the spring semester. All unused dining points are forfeited the day after spring commencement.

Cooking Policy
There is a $100 fine, per appliance, for possession of prohibited cooking and/or electrical appliances in the residence halls. Any additional violation of this policy is grounds for further disciplinary action and/or fines. There are various food and beverage vending machines located in the lobbies or lounges of the residence halls. Report malfunctioning kitchen appliances or vending machines to the Resident Assistant. For refunds for vending machine purchases, follow instructions posted on the front of vending machines.

Electrical Appliances Policy


Due to safety issues, the following items are prohibited in the residence halls: hot plates, electrical skillets, toaster ovens, toasters, hot oil popcorn poppers, halogen lights, sun lamps, electric heaters, refrigerators larger than five cubic feet, microwaves, electric grills, deep fryers, coffee makers, humidifiers, dehumidifiers, multiple outlets, extension cords and any other appliances deemed by the Office of Residential Programs as being inappropriate for residence hall use. Additionally, black light bulbs in University light fixtures are prohibited. Residents of Graduate Residence Hall are permitted to have coffee makers and toasters (NOT toaster ovens).

A) All first-year residential students must choose dining plan 5, 6 or 7. *Fall points may be used during the January intersession. First-year residential students who fail to sign up for

Residence Hall or House Kitchen


Cooking is permitted only in the public kitchen areas of each building on the main campus and in the kitchens located in the Graduate Residence Hall. Kitchens are typically equipped with an oven, stove and/or microwave. Cooking in rooms and hallways is prohibited because of the dangers of fire from overloaded wiring or faulty appliances. Cooking is restricted to designated areas that can be cleaned and inspected regularly. The only exception to this rule is that the use of Universityapproved refrigerator/microwave units in rooms is permitted. For further clarification on possession of appliances, please review the Residential Living Agreement.

IMPORTANT REMINDERS:
q See RA and complete Housing Renewal Form. Last day to submit room changes is November 16, 2012. Please Note: Students not returning to on-campus housing for the spring will be charged a fine and intersession fee for staying past the checkout deadline. q _____________________________ q _____________________________ q _____________________________ q _____________________________

Changing or Canceling Your Dining Plan


You may cancel or change your dining plan by bringing your HofstraCard to 104 Mack Student Center. The deadlines to cancel or change your dining plan are September 24, 2012, for the fall 2012 semester, and February 19, 2013, for the spring 2013 semester. No changes or cancellations will be accepted after these dates, regardless of dining plan usage. Any refunded amount will be sent to Student

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Intersession/Interim Housing
The residence halls at Hofstra University remain open during the January intersession period between the fall and spring semesters. This option is offered to all students without charge, provided that the resident student is registered for housing during the spring semester. Students are surveyed in October regarding their intentions for spring housing. If your plans change regarding spring occupancy, you must notify the Office of Residential Programs as soon as possible. If you cancel housing after December 24, 2012, and remain a registered student at the University, you will be held responsible for the costs associated with that room, until you officially check out of your room with a staff member. Students who do not intend to return to Hofstra for the spring semester must vacate their rooms at the end of the fall semester. Students who reside in the residence halls during the intersession and subsequently decide not to return for the spring semester will be charged a $200 room usage fee plus a daily rate for the number of days they remain in University housing and a $750 cancellation fee if they remain registered students at the University. Students are billed for housing up to the time they officially check out of their rooms with a Residential Programs staff member. Failure to check out with a Residential Programs staff member will result in a fine. Refunds (if applicable) will depend on the exact date of the official checkout written on the students Room Condition Report.

furniture, or preventing new students from moving in is unacceptable. Students who fail to meet this expectation will be subject to disciplinary action, including reassignment to another room and/or a fine.

to do so will result in a fine and/or University sanction. Students who are asked to leave the residence hall due to non-registration status may not stay on campus as guests of current resident students. During the summer sessions, overnight guests may reside in the halls for a period of 24 hours only. Violation of this policy may result in the resident or guest being billed for the cost of summer housing. Disciplinary action may also be taken. Children under the age of 17 are not allowed to stay overnight or visit in the residence halls (unless approved by the Office of Residential Programs as part of a campuswide event).

Services for Students with Disabilities


The Off ice of Residential Programs works closely with Services for Students with Disabilities (SSD) to meet the housing needs of students with disabilities. Students with documented disabilities may be assigned to rooms that meet their disability-related needs. To be considered for special housing accommodations, please contact SSD at 516-463-7075 or ssd@hofstra.edu. If an ADA-compliant room is not being occupied by a student with a disability, it can be assigned to a student without a disability with the agreement that the room may be reassigned if a student with a disability requires the space.

be aware that if one roommate moves out, the vacated half of the room will be cleaned. Because of this, it is important to note that the vacant half of the room or apartment must remain cleared of any personal belongings. If excessive cleaning is necessary, a monetary fine will be issued. Please consult with the Health and Wellness Center about the proper procedure for discarding medical waste.

IMPORTANT REMINDERS:
q If graduating or not returning for spring housing, check out properly with RA. q Double occupying a room is a violation. q q q q _____________________________ _____________________________ _____________________________ _____________________________

Actions of Guests
You are responsible for the actions of people in your room regardless of whether you are present.

Overnight Guests
Prior to having overnight guests, please discuss your plans with your roommate(s) and suitemate(s). Although we hope that these matters can be worked out, a roommates objection to a guest overrides an individuals right to have an overnight guest. Guests of residents must be escorted whenever they are visiting the residence halls. The resident is responsible and accountable for the behavior of his or her guests. It is the responsibility of the resident to inform guests of residence hall policies and other University policies, and those guests are expected to abide by these policies and standards. Guests of residents may remain overnight for no longer than three consecutive nights per semester. Unauthorized persons who occupy housing for longer than three nights may be charged the full cost of the room. In addition, the host may lose his or her visitation rights or residential status and/or be subject to disciplinary action and/or receive a fine. The right of a student to live in reasonable privacy takes precedence over the right of a roommate/ suitemate to entertain guests. In determining when guests should be invited to the room, apartment or suite, common sense and mutual respect must prevail. All guests must be registered at the building security booth. All overnight guests must sign in with the RSR each time they enter and egress the building. Failure

Custodial Services
The University employs staff whose responsibility is to clean public areas, including lobbies, lounges, floor bathrooms and kitchens. Bathrooms in the high-rises and hallways are cleaned each weekday. However, maintaining cleanliness in the residence halls is a full-time job for residents as well as custodial staff. To make the job easier, please wrap all trash in bags before you throw it away in the large receptacles in the public areas. This is especially necessary with food. While custodial staff members clean the high-rise bathrooms on weekdays, they have only a limited amount of time to do so. Please clean up after yourself so they will have more time to devote to the major work of cleaning the facilities. Instead of leaving toiletries in the bathroom, keep these items in your room along with towels, pots, pans, etc. A major problem is created when students leave dirty dishes in the bathroom sinks. Such items will be disposed of, and a $25-$100 charge will be imposed on the entire floor. Suite bathrooms are cleaned two times per year. Residents in suites are required to remove all their items from the bathroom countertop and shower stall, and allow the cleaning staff to enter. Failure to comply with this requirement will result in a proprietary fine of $100 for each student sharing the suite. In addition, when a student vacates a room, a custodial team will enter the room to clean the space. Students living in double rooms should

Room Consolidation
The University will exercise a consolidation policy when vacancies occur in any residence hall. The University reserves the option to either fill the vacancy or to make every attempt to find the remaining occupant(s) of the vacated room a like accommodation (e.g., double to double, triple to triple, quad to quad, suite to suite, or apartment to apartment). This means residents must not use both sides of the room should a vacancy occur. Resident students who have vacancies in their rooms/apartments are expected to keep their rooms ready for new students at all times. Pushing beds together, filling extra dressers and closets with personal belongings, attempting to dispose of extra

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Drug and Alcohol Policy
Possession and/or use of controlled substances and related paraphernalia is strictly prohibited on any part of the Hofstra campus. In addition, such cases may be referred to the appropriate civil authorities. The Hofstra University Alcohol Policy is as follows: 1. Consumption or possession of alcoholic beverages by those under 21 years of age is prohibited. 2. Consumption or possession of alcoholic beverages in areas other than those specified and approved by the University is not permitted. Consumption or possession of alcohol in community/public areas, such as parking lots, University grounds, building lounges or hallways, is also prohibited. 3. Identification proving legal drinking age is mandatory in order to consume alcoholic beverages on campus. 4. Persons presenting false identification and/or proof of age and/or failing to comply with the regulations of Hofstra USA will be subject to disciplinary action. 5. Persons of legal drinking age are not permitted to purchase beverages for or pass beverages to persons under 21 years of age. 6. No student activity funds will be used toward the purchase of alcohol, except with special permission of the University. 7. When alcohol is served at an event, a faculty or staff sponsor must be present. Provisions for compliance with New York state liquor laws must be approved by the Office of Student Leadership and Activities. The University reserves the right to prohibit the sale and consumption of alcohol at any student event. 8. When an alcoholic beverage is served at a student event, an alternative beverage and food must be made available. 9. The sale and/or consumption of alcohol in the Mack Student Center is strictly prohibited except with special permission from the University. 10. No alcohol is permitted at Greek recruitment events. 11. Bulk alcohol is not permitted on campus. Bulk alcohol is defined as any container other than a bottle or a can, such as wine boxes, beer balls, kegs, etc. Students found with bulk alcohol will be fined $100 per bulk alcohol item per person. 12. Glass beer bottles, wine cooler bottles, etc., are not permitted in the residence halls. Violations of any of the above regulations will be addressed by the University within the framework of the Code of Community Standards set forth by the Office of Community Standards. Additional information related to University policies regarding alcohol and drugs can be found in the Guide to Pride and Student Leadership and Activities Online Policies and Procedures Manual. The Office of Residential Programs reserves the right to deny permission or to prohibit room parties where it is determined that adequate monitoring and enforcement procedures are not being followed. Party hosts must adhere to the following guidelines: 4 The party must be completely contained in your room. You may not congregate in hallways. In compliance with fire codes, you are allowed four guests per resident of the room. MAXIMUM limits, including residents of the room, are: 5 people in a single; 10 people in a double; 15 people in a triple; and 20 people in a suite/quad. 4 The party must end by 11 p.m. on weeknights and midnight on weekends.

4 Party hosts must get prior approval of all residents of surrounding floors (including floors above and below). 4 Party hosts must comply with any reasonable request made by other residents to lower the noise level. 4 Party hosts will be held responsible for any room or common area damage in the building.

Illegal Drugs
Hofstra University forbids the illegal use of drugs. In addition, students who violate Residential Programs or University policies and procedures while under the influence of drugs will be subject to disciplinary action on the basis of their offenses. Possession, use and/or distribution of unprescribed and/ or illegal controlled substances, prescribed medications that were unlawfully obtained or are being unlawfully or abusively used, and related paraphernalia including hookahs are strictly prohibited in the residence halls and in any other area of campus.The abusive or unlawful use of over-the-counter medications is also strictly forbidden. Students who are using/possessing/in the presence of these unauthorized/illegal drugs and/or drug paraphernalia are in violation of the Universitys drug policy. In addition to University disciplinary procedures as outlined in Hofstras Code of Community Standards, any of the above actions may also be reported to the appropriate civil authorities. For a complete review of the Universitys Drug Policy, please refer to the Code of Community Standards. Hofstra reserves the right of search and seizure given just cause. The decision to search a room must be approved by the appropriate University officials.

Fire Safety Policies


Hofstra University policies relating to fire safety are in accordance with New York state law and Nassau County ordinances. Our primary concern is the safety and well-being of the members of our community and as such, new policies have been created and existing policies have been modified to ensure that Hofstra University provides a safe environment and is in compliance with all New York State Fire Codes and those of the Nassau County Fire Marshals Office. Students must comply with the specific policies listed below, as well as all other policies listed in The Living Factor, Hofstra Universitys guide to residential living. In addition, as per the current New York State Fire Code (NYSFC), information and training related to fire safety must be presented annually to all students enrolled in higher education. Any violation of these guidelines is also considered a violation of the Code of Community Standards. 1. Door Chocking (Propping) A door leading out to a main hallway (common area), used as fire and/or smoke door, should not be chocked (propped) open, blocked or obstructed to prevent the normal self-closing operation of said door. [ref; NYSFC F-703.2] 2. Electric Wall Outlets All electric cords from devices must be plugged directly into a wall outlet or an approved surge protector strip. All surge protector strips must be plugged directly into the wall outlet. No extension cords are permitted in residence halls. Furniture should not obstruct a wall outlet as to prevent an electrical plug from being removed easily from the outlet (without first moving the furniture). [ref; NYSFC F-605.5]

3. Items Suspended From Ceilings and Walls No items shall be suspended from the ceiling or within 24 of the ceiling as to obstruct or cover lighting, smoke detectors and/or sprinkler heads. [ref; NYSFC - 901.6 and 805.1 and 315.2.1] No decorative, holiday or theme lighting shall be placed/hung on or around doors or windows. 4. Decorations No tapestries or fabric items (including flags) shall be placed on the ceilings or walls of any room. Wall coverings may include pictures and posters, but may not exceed 50 percent of total wall space. Tapestries and/or fabric items (including doormats) shall not be placed in common areas. [ref; NYSFC 304.1] No window curtains or valances are permitted to be hung in rooms/suites/ apartments. 5. Natural Cut Trees No natural cut trees of any sort shall be erected in the common or living space of any residence hall [ref; NYSFC 804.1.1] All students must comply fully with all fire safety regulations. Violations may result in monetary, educational, and/or conduct sanctions. 6. Candles/Incense No candles (including those used for decoration only), incense or anything that burns are permitted in residence halls. 7. Smoking Hofstra University is a smoke-free environment. There is no smoking or lighting of smoking-type products in any residence hall/room or facility on the Hofstra University campus. 8. Malicious Damage/False Alarms The alteration and/or destruction of fire safety equipment affects the safety of all members of the Hofstra community. Malicious damage to any fire safety equipment, including fire extinguishers, exit signs, fire doors, and emergency lighting, and/or the activation of a fire pull station (when the threat of fire is not present), is a crime, is not tolerated at Hofstra University and will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. All students must comply fully with all Hofstra University fire safety regulations. Violations may result in monetary, educational, and/or conduct sanctions. 9. Refrigerators/Microwaves Residents may bring their own refrigerator for their residence hall room or suite. The size and number of these refrigerators are limited (one per room or two per suite) due to the electrical current they draw and the limited electrical outlets in the residence hall rooms and suites. The refrigerator must be an energy-efficient model and may not exceed five (5) cubic feet in size. Any refrigerator larger than five (5) cubic feet in a residence hall room and/or suite is a violation of Residential Programs policy. Additionally, personal microwaves are prohibited in oncampus residence hall rooms and suites. The University has made arrangements with a vendor to provide both refrigerator and refrigerator/microwave rental units at competitive prices. Residents should receive by mail specific information regarding this rental service. Otherwise, information will be posted during movein at the residence hall or at the Office of Residential Programs. Although students can purchase refrigerator/ freezer units of 5.0 cubic feet or less for use in residential rooms, for safety reasons, only those refrigerator/freezer/ microwave multi-units rented through a Universitysanctioned vendor are permitted in on-campus residence halls.

10. Electrical Appliances Policy Due to safety issues, the following items are prohibited in the residence halls: hot plates, electrical skillets, toaster ovens, toasters, hot oil popcorn poppers, halogen lights, sun lamps, electric heaters, refrigerators larger than five cubic feet, microwaves, electric grills, deep fryers, coffee makers, humidifiers, dehumidifiers, multiple outlets, extension cords and any other appliances deemed by the Office of Residential Programs as being inappropriate for residence hall use. Additionally, black light bulbs in University light fixtures are prohibited. Residents in the Graduate Residence Hall are permitted to have coffee makers and toasters (NOT toaster ovens). 11. Cooking Policy There is a $100 fine, per appliance, for possession of prohibited cooking and/or electrical appliances in the residence halls. Any additional violation of this policy is grounds for further disciplinary action and/or fines. There are various food and beverage vending machines located in the lobbies or lounges of the residence halls. Report malfunctioning kitchen appliances or vending machines to the resident assistant. For refunds for vending machine purchases, follow instructions posted on the front of the machines. All students must comply fully with all Hofstra University fire safety regulations. Violations may result in monetary, educational, and/or judicial sanctions.

Fire Alarm Procedures


New York state law requires that all residents participate in annual fire safety training. All residents must vacate their building when the fire alarm is activated. We insist on strict compliance with this rule. When you hear the fire alarm, immediately vacate the building following these procedures: 1. Dont panic! Stay calm. 2. If your door feels hot, place a wet towel under it and DO NOT OPEN IT. Instead, open your window. While you await rescue, make your presence known by waving something from your window. 3. Take your keys, HofsraCard, wallet and other essential belongings with you. 4. Close your windows. 5. Close your door. 6. If the hallway is filled with smoke, crouch down as low as possible (smoke rises) and hug the wall. Walls eventually lead to doors. 7. Use the stairs only; elevators turn into chimneys when there is a fire. 8. Move away from the building. Do not return to the building until instructed to do so by Public Safety or a residence hall staff member. 9. Find your RA or the RA on duty for the purpose of letting someone know you have safely evacuated the building. Failure to evacuate will result in a $100 fine or judicial action.

IMPORTANT REMINDERS:
q Be on the lookout for lottery and homesteading information. q _____________________________ q _____________________________ q _____________________________

January 2013
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Residence Hall Room Security and Responsibility


Take precautions to keep your room/suite secure by locking the door, not giving the keys to others in your absence and keeping the keys in a safe place. Whether or not a student is present in his or her room, he or she is responsible for whatever takes place and is accountable for any violations that may occur in the room if the student does not follow proper room security procedures.

Posting Policy
Posting of fliers without approval of the Office of Residential Programs or posting of fliers by persons other than Residential Programs staff is a violation of the posting policy. Students or groups wishing to post fliers in the residence halls must obtain a copy of the posting policy at the Office of Residential Programs, 244 Mack Student Center.

Keys

Public Safety
Public Safety is located at the David S. Mack Public Safety and Information Center. In addition to overseeing parking and providing emergency medical transportation, Public Safety maintains 24-hour patrols in and around the residence halls. Any emergency situation, crime or suspicious behavior should be reported to Public Safety and your RA for action or follow-up. EMERGENCY NUMBER .............................x3-6789 CONTROL ROOM (non-emergency) ...........x3-6606 Another function of Public Safety is to regulate admittance to campus. All campus gates other than the main entrances (Hempstead Turnpike and Oak Street) are locked for security reasons from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. The Oak Street gate is open for pedestrian traffic and vehicle traffic entering campus. However, drivers must exit via the south gate on Hempstead Turnpike. Entrance to campus during the times the gates are closed is strictly limited to residents and their guests.

Residents must not lend or otherwise permit others to use their keys or HofstraCard at any time. If you misplace your keys, contact Public Safety to gain access to your room. If, after gaining access to your room, you are still unable to locate your key, file a lost or stolen key report with Public Safety to request a lock change. The locksmith will leave a note on your door, and you can pick up a new key from your Resident Director or the RA on duty. You will be billed a minimum of $35 per cylinder change and $25 per key. No refunds will be made if you find your key after the lock has been changed. Please note that you must present your HofstraCard in order to be keyed into your room. Also, it may take Public Safety some time to respond to your call. Therefore, it is very important for the security of your room and fellow residents that you are careful with your keys. DO NOT LEAVE YOUR KEY IN YOUR MAILBOX.

Policy on Doors and Windows


The propping of any residence hall entrance door by any means so that it will not close and lock securely is prohibited due to security and fire/safety reasons. Any student, resident and/or guest observed propping or causing the latching mechanism not to close and lock securely will be referred for judicial action and is subject to any related fines and/or charges. Additionally, propping of residence hall room/suite doors with automatic door closures is prohibited. These penalties also apply to anyone found throwing objects from windows, which is also strictly prohibited in the residence halls.

Public Safety Booth


Each high-rise building and residence complex has a 24-hour Public Safety booth. The Resident Safety Representatives (RSRs) who staff the booths are specifically trained to help you and to enforce the security policy for your living area. Please cooperate and always swipe your HofstraCard when entering the residence halls. Building stickers are provided for your HofstraCard through the Office of HofstraCard Services and Residential Programs. This sticker ensures that you will be allowed access to your building if the card access system (swipe reader) is not operational.

Services when obtaining a replacement card. For a nonresident, a current photo-type student ID card, a drivers license or a military ID card is acceptable. The mechanics of the process are as follows: 1. Each resident must swipe his or her valid HofstraCard in order to enter the residence hall. NOTE: Resident students who do not have ID upon entering a residence hall will be issued a summons for violation of Hofstra University Identification Policy. Resident students are not permitted to piggy-back into the building on another residents card swipe. VIOLATION OF UNIVERSITY ID POLICY SANCTIONS: First summons: Warning Second summons: $25 fine Third summons: $50 fine Fourth summons: Referral to the Dean of Students Office 2. A visiting student is one who resides in one residence hall and is visiting a student in a different hall. He/she must show his/her HofstraCard to the Resident Safety Representative (RSR) on duty. The ID is retained at the booth, the visiting student is signed in by the RSR on a visitors sheet and is allowed entry. The ID is returned to the student when he/she exits the building. If the visiting student cannot be identified as a resident student because there is no color-coded housing sticker on the ID, he/she will be treated as a guest (see #3 below). 3. Anyone who does not live on campus must show a photo-type ID and must be announced to the resident host who must give permission to enter. NOTE: If the resident host is not in or does not answer the phone, the guest is not allowed into the building. If the guest is permitted to enter, his/her ID is retained at the booth and the guest is signed in by the RSR on a visitors sheet before entering. The ID is returned to the guest when he/she exits the building. REMEMBER THAT FROM THE MOMENT YOUR GUEST ENTERS THE RESIDENCE HALL, YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR HIS OR HER ACTIONS. VIOLATIONS WILL BE REFERRED THROUGH THE OFFICE OF COMMUNITY STANDARDS, AND YOUR GUEST MAY BE ASKED TO LEAVE THE CAMPUS IMMEDIATELY. If you have any questions, please call the Department of Public Safety at x3-6606.

thereafter. If checks or credit cards are lost or stolen, notify your bank or credit card company immediately. Hofstra is not responsible for reimbursing for theft or losses. Students are strongly encouraged to obtain their own personal insurance coverage (such as renters insurance).

Parking
All residents who plan to use University parking facilities to park their vehicle must register the vehicle with the Department of Public Safety; a parking decal will be issued without charge. Students may park only in areas designated for student parking, and only between lines that outline the parking space. Public Safety officers issue violations for parking in reserved or restricted spaces. Failure to pay the parking violation will result in the towing of the vehicle at the violators expense. It may also affect your ability to register for classes. All appeals regarding the University parking policy must be directed to the Dean of Students Office within 10 days of issuance of the ticket. Appeal letters may be obtained from 243 Mack Student Center. The University does not assume any responsibility or liability for a vehicle parked in any University parking facility. For additional information on campus vehicle regulations, please call the Department of Public Safety at x3-6606.

IMPORTANT REMINDERS:
q Look for RA information sessions and applications. q Look for single room waiting list sign up. q Look for and read room selection materials and important dates. q Pay housing deposit. q _____________________________ q _____________________________ q _____________________________ q _____________________________

Solicitation Policy
The conducting of an enterprise for personal profit is prohibited in or around University-operated living units. Residential networks and computer services may not be used for solicitation. Door-to-door solicitation for any purpose is prohibited. Parties that are hosted for the purpose of selling merchandise are prohibited in the residence hall lounges and/or the residence hall rooms. Lectures, concerts, demonstrations, displays or exhibitions may not be used in any manner as a means of promoting commercial companies, products or services. Residence halls are exclusively dedicated to providing a living environment that is conducive to activities associated with student life and academic success. Charitable solicitations not in conflict with this policy may be arranged with your RD. These charitable solicitations must be held in accordance with all University policies. Violation of this policy may result in judicial action.

Security Policy for Residents and Guests


There is a sign-in procedure at the Public Safety booth of each building and complex. Any resident may have guests (up to four per ID), provided that he or she follows the security policy. Residents should not permit access to the residence halls by nonresidents who are not their personal guests and should not condone others doing so. All persons entering a residence hall, both residents and nonresidents, must present acceptable identification before being admitted into the building. The only acceptable form of identification for a Hofstra resident student is a current and valid Hofstra University student ID card (HofstraCard) with a color-coded housing sticker affixed to it. All resident students must obtain their color-coded housing sticker at the beginning of the semester from their RA or from HofstraCard

Losses and Thefts


The best way to avoid theft of your personal belongings is to lock your door any time you leave your room or decide to go to sleep. If anything should be stolen from your room, inform your RA and Public Safety at x3-6606 immediately. If your HofstraCard is lost or stolen, notify HofstraCard Services or the Department of Public Safety so that it may not be used improperly. A replacement card may be obtained from HofstraCard Services in 104 Mack Student Center. A replacement card will be issued at a cost of $10 for the first card, $25 for the second card, and $50 for every card

February 2013
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Emergency Services
Hofstra University Health and Wellness Center
The Hofstra University Health and Wellness Center is located on North Campus in Republic Hall. During the academic year, the Health and Wellness Center is open Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 6:45 p.m., and Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5:45 p.m. Summer hours are Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., and Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. The Hofstra Health and Wellness Center is staffed by nurse practitioners, registered nurses, and a physician. An appointment may be scheduled by calling x3-6745. Womens health services are also available. A current HofstraCard must be presented at each visit. All medical care is confidential, and information is released only at the written request of the student. New York state law requires that all students registered for six or more credits provide proof of immunity to measles, mumps and rubella (German measles) by vaccination or blood titers. New York state law also requires the University to document that all registered students have received information regarding meningitis disease, the available vaccine and their decision to be vaccinated or decline the vaccine. Please note that you are not mandated by New York state law to receive the vaccine. You are ONLY mandated to document that you have received information and have either chosen to be vaccinated or to decline the vaccination. Since prescriptions, consultation fees, laboratory fees and x-ray charges are the responsibility of the student, it is recommended that each student have medical insurance to cover the additional expenses. For further information or to discuss a medical problem, please call x3-6745.

Hofstra University MISSING STUDENT POLICY


(Resident Students)
It is the policy of the Office of Residential Programs at Hofstra University to investigate any report of a missing student living in one of the Universitys residence halls. All students residing in a campus residence hall are requested to complete a Confidential Contact Information form, available upon check-in to their residence hall. The resident student is asked to identify the name and contact number of the individual(s) to be contacted in the event the student is determined to be missing, as set forth below. This contact information will be registered confidentially and may not be disclosed, except to law enforcement personnel in furtherance of a missing person investigation and authorized Hofstra University officials, including Public Safety officers. Hofstra understands that students may make arrangements to stay outside of the residential halls, and as such, the location of students in the halls is not monitored by Residential Assistants or other University staff. If a student intends to leave his or her residence hall for an extended period of time, the student is strongly encouraged to advise the residence hall staff before leaving, to avoid the student being reported missing. If, however, there is reason to believe a resident student is missing, all reasonable efforts will be made to locate the student to determine his or her state of health and well-being. These efforts, which are done in conjunction with the Department of Public Safety, include, but are not limited to, checking the students room, speaking with friends and/or roommates, checking ID access, locating the resident students vehicle and calling the students cell phone number or other known contact information. Where a student has been missing for 24 hours, students, employees, or other individuals should make a report to the Office of Residential Programs, the Dean of Students Office, or the Department of Public Safety. All missing student reports will be referred immediately to the Department of Public Safety. If upon investigation by the Department of Public Safety, the resident student is determined missing, staff from Public Safety and/or Student Affairs will contact the residents designated Confidential Contact within 24 hours. For any resident student under the age of 18, Hofstra will notify a custodial parent or guardian, in addition to any other individual designated on the Confidential Contact Information form, within 24 hours after the time the resident student is determined to be missing by the Department of Public Safety. Public Safety will continue to investigate, utilizing established investigative procedures in collaboration with staff from Residential Programs, other campus offices and local law enforcement agencies. Where a Confidential Contact cannot be located or has not been assigned, Public Safety will inform the appropriate law enforcement agency and/or make contact with the students parents or legal guardian. In all cases where the Department of Public Safety determines that a student is missing, Public Safety will notify the appropriate law enforcement agency within 24 hours of that determination.

Community Services
Mercy Medical Center ................................... 705-2525 1000 N. Village Ave., Rockville Centre Nassau University Medical Center................. 572-0123 2201 Hempstead Turnpike, East Meadow Winthrop-University Hospital ........................ 663-0333 259 First St., Mineola Long Island Rail Road ................................... 822-5477 MTA/Metropolitan Suburban Bus Authority/Long Island Bus ..................... 542-0100 *Additional information on services available near Hofstra can be obtained by visiting My.Hofstra.edu.

Recycling
Hofstra University has made significant contributions toward protecting the environment through its comprehensive recycling program. The University has contracted with a refuse removal company, which sorts these materials at a plant according to glass, plastic, cans and cardboard. This system removes these items from the waste stream, but continues the program of recycling these items. In addition to this program, the University has an active compost operation for leaves, plants and tree clippings.

Online Maintenance Request


To enter a work order: 1. Log in to the Hofstra portal. 2. Click on Hofstra Online on the left-hand side. 3. Under Student Services, click on the Residential Programs menu. 4. Click on Resident Student Work Request 5. Enter information for the concern, and be as detailed as possible! If you have any questions, please call Residential Operations at x3-4140.

Maintenance and Safety Inspections


In order to maintain our high standards of cleanliness and personal safety, maintenance and safety inspections are conducted on a regular basis. The University reserves the right to inspect students rooms at any time regardless of whether the rooms are occupied at the time of inspection. These maintenance and safety inspections are conducted periodically during each semester by the Resident Director, SRAs, and Associate Director of Residential Programs in conjunction with the building staff and Plant Department personnel. Possession of a prohibited item in a residence hall can result in judicial action. Although fines are generally the sanction for proprietary violations, any violation could be grounds for disciplinary action. The prohibited item will also be confiscated.

Facilities Management

Note: Emergency concerns should be reported directly to Residential Operations or Public Safety.

IMPORTANT REMINDERS:
q q q q q q Homesteading and lottery process begins! Pay housing deposit. _____________________________ _____________________________ _____________________________ _____________________________

Maintenance
Report any maintenance problems to your RA. Be as specific about problems as you can. If you cannot reach your RA and it is an emergency, please call Residential Programs between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, at x3-4140. At all other times, these emergency calls can be directed to Public Safety at x3-6606, when your RA is not available. Refusing entry for scheduled maintenance can result in delays to complete the work and could also subject you to fines and/or disciplinary action. All residents are expected to maintain an appropriate level of cleanliness at all times.

Student Counseling Services


Student Counseling Services is located in the Saltzman Community Services Center on South Campus. Personal and educational counseling services are available to all students free of charge for a limited number of sessions. Longer-term counseling is available for a fee of $30 per session. Individual and group counseling, behavioral assessment for academic difficulties, and psycho-education workshops are among the services provided. Topics for group counseling and skill-building workshops have included stress management, eating disorders, bereavement, relationship management, social skills and assertiveness. Counseling services are confidential and administered by a staff of psychologists and doctoral level psychology interns. Student Counseling Services may be reached at x3-6791. In the event of an emergency, on-call counselors can be reached around the clock by calling Public Safety (x3-6789).

Painting
A year-round painting schedule is in effect for all University buildings and residence halls. Should a residents room be scheduled for painting, the resident will be notified approximately five to seven working days in advance by an email to his or her Hofstra Pride account and with a notice placed in the room. Compliance is mandatory. When a room is scheduled to be painted, all items must be removed from the walls and/or ceiling. Residents are encouraged to move all items away from the walls toward the center of the room. Persons with allergies will be given alternative housing the evening after the painting has occurred. Residence hall rooms may not be painted except by the University. Failure to have the room prepared as scheduled and/or violation of this policy will result in judicial action and/or fines.

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Summer Housing
Applications for summer housing will be available in April. Watch your mailbox for notices. All rules and procedures remain the same during summer sessions except that all living areas are coed. Students may be permitted to stay in a designated hall from the end of the spring semester to the beginning of the summer sessions, and also from the end of the last summer session to the beginning of the fall semester if they are registered for classes and are assigned housing.

The refund schedule for the fall 2012 semester is as follows:


UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS LAW/GRADUATE STUDENTS* SCHOOL OF MEDICINE

100% 75% 50% 25% 0%

09/02/12-09/08/12 09/09/12-09/15/12 09/16/12-09/29/12 09/30/12-10/13/12 10/14/12-12/22/12

08/12/12-08/18/12 08/19/12-08/25/12 08/26/12-09/08/12 09/09/12-09/22/12 09/23/12-12/22/12

07/22/12-07/28/12 07/29/12-08/04/12 08/05/12-08/11/12 08/12/12-08/18/12 08/19/12-07/20/13

Student Services. Students who live on campus for the maximum of eight (8) semesters and find that they require housing for additional semesters, may choose to move off campus or place their name on a housing waiting list. They will not receive priority housing or be eligible for the room selection process.

Common Areas
There are common areas in each of the residence halls. The common areas in the highrise residence halls are located on the 12th or 13th floors. Stuyvesant Hall has a common area on each floor. The common areas for Colonial Square, Nassau/Suffolk and The Netherlands Complex are located on the first floor of each house or building. These common areas may be used for study and/or social activities. Common areas may be reserved by recognized student organizations on campus and with written permission through the Office of Residential Programs.

The refund schedule for the spring 2013 semester is as follows:


UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS LAW/GRADUATE STUDENTS*

Cancellation Policy
The Residential Living Agreement is a oneyear contractual arrangement between the Hofstra University Office of Residential Programs and a Hofstra student. The agreement provides for student housing for both the fall and spring semesters. Any student who fails to remain in housing for the entire academic year without prior written approval for cancellation (graduation, study abroad, student teaching, military service, official University withdrawal) will be charged a $750 cancellation. In addition, students may incur charges for the January Session if they maintain occupancy of the room. Residents who wish to appeal the $750 cancellation charge may utilize the cancellation appeal form.

100% 75% 50% 25% 0%

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01/06/13-01/12/13 01/13/13-01/19/13 01/20/13-02/02/13 02/03/13-02/16/13 02/17/13-05/18/13

Subject to the cancellation fee and residence hall fees as outlined above.
*Law and Graduate students will be refunded a pro-rated amount based upon the above schedule in accordance with the date they begin occupying the room.

Refund Schedule
During the first week of the fall semester, students will receive a 100 percent refund of their housing payments, minus the $300 housing deposit and residence hall fees. Students vacating the residence halls during weeks two through six will forfeit their residence hall fees and will receive a refund according to the schedule below: 75 percent refund for week two 50 percent refund for weeks three and four 25 percent refund for weeks five and six After the sixth week of the semester, no refund is given. In addition, students who maintain matriculation with the University but leave the residence hall will incur a $750 cancellation fee. During the first week of the spring semester, new resident students will receive a 100 percent refund of their housing payments, minus the $300 housing deposit and residence hall fees. Continuing students who leave during week

one will receive a 100 percent refund of their housing payments, minus the residence halls fees including applicable intersession charges. All students vacating the residence halls during weeks two through six will forfeit their residence hall fees and will receive a refund according to the schedule below: 75 percent refund for week two 50 percent refund for weeks three and four 25 percent refund for weeks five and six After the sixth week of the spring semester, no refund will be given. In addition, students who maintain matriculation with the university but leave the residence hall will incur a $750 cancellation fee. Room damage will be assessed upon check out of the residence halls for all students. No refunds, including room, dining plans or fees, will be allocated to students who are removed from the residence halls for having violated a community standard as outlined in the Code of Community Standards. In addition, refunds will not be granted based upon a student not receiving his or her room/building preference.

Students, which is distributed during the spring semester. Any returning student who wishes to participate in the room selection process must be currently registered and in good financial standing with the University. Returning students who miss the announced room selection deadlines will lose their housing priority for the following academic year. Additionally, any residential student who decides to leave the residence halls may lose his/her housing priority status for future semesters.

Quiet and Courtesy Hours Policy


Quiet hours are 11 p.m. to 9 a.m., Sunday through Thursday, and midnight to 10 a.m., Friday and Saturday. 24-hour quiet hour options are also available in most buildings. Courtesy hours are in effect 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. If a student is disturbing another resident because of noise and is asked to be quiet, this request should be honored, regardless of the time of day. Should a resident of a Quiet Floor violate the Quiet and Courtesy Hours policy, the resident may be relocated to another room or residence hall. During finals week, 24-hour quiet hours are in effect in all residence halls. Violation of Quiet and Courtesy Hours by student(s), resident(s) and/or guest(s) may be referred for judicial action.

Limitations to On-Campus Housing


Students who enter the University and reside on campus are eligible to continue to reside on campus for a maximum of eight (8) continuous semesters. Those who enter as transfer students are eligible for housing priority based on the credits accepted for transfer. (Note: Eligibility is dependent upon maintaining the necessary residency requirements as outlined in the Residential Living Agreement.) If a student chooses to move off campus at any time, he or she will lose eligibility for housing, and if he or she chooses to return to housing, the request will be considered on a space-available basis. It should be noted that many of our seniors choose to move off campus; those interested in doing so may seek guidance from the Office of Off-Campus Living and Commuting

IMPORTANT REMINDERS:
q Sign up for summer session housing. q Provide mail forwarding information to magazines, credit card companies, newspapers, etc. q _____________________________ q _____________________________ q _____________________________ q _____________________________

Room Selection
Current residents returning for the next academic year are given the privilege of participating in advance room sign-up. For detailed information regarding this signup process, refer to the publication Room Selection Procedures for Current Resident

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You will receive a mailbox combination or key when you sign into your room. Mail is delivered Monday through Saturday, and is put into your mailbox by the Senior RA of the building. Your building name and room number should be printed clearly. Packages or any mail requiring your signature may be picked up at the Student Post Office located on the lower level of the Mack Student Center, North Campus, adjacent to the Hofstra University Bookstore. You must show your HofstraCard to pick up such mail. Your mail should be addressed as shown below:
Student Name Alliance Hall, Room # 300 Hofstra University Hempstead, NY 11549-3000 Student Name Bill of Rights Hall, Room # 310 Hofstra University Hempstead, NY 11549-3100 Student Name Colonial Square East, House Name, Room # 380 Hofstra University Hempstead, NY 11549-3800 (House Name: Cambridge, Hampton, Hempstead, New York, Norwich, Providence, Quincy) Student Name Colonial Square West, House Name, Room # 385 Hofstra University Hempstead, NY 11549-3850 (House Name: Dover, Jamestown, Newport, Portsmouth, Plymouth, Salem, Williamsburg) Student Name Constitution Hall, Room # 320 Hofstra University Hempstead, NY 11549-3200 Student Name Enterprise Hall, Room # 340 Hofstra University Hempstead, NY 11549-3400 Student Name Estabrook Hall, Room # 330 Hofstra University Hempstead, NY 11549-3300 Student Name Graduate Residence Hall, Room # 400 Hofstra University Hempstead, NY 11549-4000 Student Name Liberty Hall, Room # 375 Hofstra University Hempstead, NY 11549-3750 Student Name Nassau Hall, Room # 390 Hofstra University Hempstead, NY 11549-3900 Student Name Netherlands North, House Name, Room # 360 Hofstra University Hempstead, NY 11549-3600 (House Name: Delft, Groningen, Hague, Leiden, Rotterdam, Tilburg) Student Name Netherlands South, House Name, Room # 365 Hofstra University Hempstead, NY 11549-3650 (House Name: Amsterdam, Breukelen, Orange, Rensselaer, Utrecht) Student Name Republic Hall, Room # 375 Hofstra University Hempstead, NY 11549-3750 Student Name Stuyvesant Hall, Room # 370 Hofstra University Hempstead, NY 11549-3700 Student Name Suffolk Hall, Room # 395 Hofstra University Hempstead, NY 11549-3950 Student Name Vander Poel Hall, Room # 350 Hofstra University Hempstead, NY 11549-3500

Mail Services
Postal Services Plus 026E Mack Student Center (Adjacent to the Bookstore) United Parcel Service (UPS) 300 Oak St. Uniondale, NY 800-742-5877 Federal Express 734 Franklin Ave. Garden City, NY 800-463-3339 516-741-6245 U.S. Postal Service 600 Franklin Ave. Garden City, NY 516-747-6262 200 Fulton Ave. Hempstead, NY 516-560-1700 1000 Front St. Uniondale, NY 516-481-6556 Postal Annex Roosevelt Field Mall Lower Level 800-725-2161

Networks and Telecommunications Services


Hofstra Universitys residence halls are furnished with telephone and voice mail services, wired and wireless network access, and HofstraVision television service.

Voice Mail
Your telephone extension and voice mailbox number are the last five digits of your telephone number. To initialize your voice mailbox, dial x3-5000 from your room, and follow the prompts to set up your mailbox. The voice mail should been initialized, and a recorded message will ask for your temporary password, which is 1-2-3-4-5. You will then be instructed to enter a new password. This password must contain at least five but no more than 11 digits. After selecting a new password, you will be prompted to record your first name and a personal greeting. Your password is required to retrieve your messages. If your voice mail has not been initialized, you will hear a previous students name. If this is the case, you will need to call x3-6602 to have your voice mail reset. You will be asked to provide your full name, extension, building name and room number.

All other services: Use the White or Yellow Pages.

Mail Forwarding/Change of Address


If you are not living on campus for the summer, your first-class mail will be forwarded to you at the address on file with the University as your permanent address. In the event we are unable to locate a forwarding address, your first-class mail will be returned to the sender. As bulk rate mail is not forwarded, the Office of Residential Programs strongly urges you to contact companies with which you may have magazine subscriptions in April to give them your summer address.

Telephone Service
You will receive your telephone number from the Office of Residential Programs upon arrival on campus. The telephone in your room allows you to call other extensions that are on campus only.

HofstraVision
Those resident students with a cable-ready television receive a variety of free television stations, courtesy of HofstraVision. Upon check-in to the residence halls, students are provided with a listing of available channels. These channels are subject to change without notice.

IMPORTANT REMINDERS:
q Check out properly with RA. q Have a great summer!

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Resident students should contact the Networks and Telecommunications group (x3-6602) if they experience trouble with their voice, network or cable television services. Students should expect a 24- to 48-hour turnaround time Monday-Friday, with longer waits on the weekends.

HU MISC DEVICES provides wireless access for eReaders, gaming devices, etc. It requires a pre-shared encryption key, which may be obtained from the Student Computing Services Help Desk. Any device connected to the network must first be registered with Student Computing Services for verification that it meets the Universitys security requirements. Please refer to the HOFSTRA UNIVERSITY COMPUTER NETWORKS ACCEPTABLE USE GUIDELINES, which may be found at hofstra.edu/SCS/aug.

Student Computing Services


Student Computing Services (SCS) provides technological services and support to assist students in learning. Two open access labs are available for computer use and general support. Hammer Lab is located across from the Axinn Library and is open 24/7. Calkins lab is located in 106 Calkins Hall. Each lab has all the applications you need to complete your academic work. Telephone and walk-in technology support is available from the Computer Support Center (ResNet). These services are available Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Support Center is located in 110 Mack Student Center and can be contacted at x3-7777. The Computer Repair Center is located next to the Hammer Computer Lab. It offers free warranty repairs for Lenovo/IBM, Dell and Apple computers. Diagnostics are always FREE, and non-warranty repairs are offered at a minimal cost. This office offers extended hours during the fall and spring semesters. The Computer Repair Center can be reached at x3-0331. The Hofstra University campus is 100 percent wireless via the HUNet wireless network. In addition to wireless connectivity, every resident student has his or her own network port, which also provides a high-speed connection to the Internet. Various free software applications are available to registered students via the My.Hofstra.edu portal. Students can download full versions of Microsoft Office and McAfee Antivirus at NO ADDITIONAL COST via the My Apps button on the portal. For additional information about Student Computing Services, please visit hofstra.edu/scs.

Getting Involved
Dean of Students
The Dean of Students Office at Hofstra University exists to assist students with a variety of academic and social issues. Members of the Dean of Students Office can help you by serving as a resource on campus, by resolving a problem, or by putting you in contact with the appropriate personnel or department on campus. The Dean of Students Office is composed of the following departments: Residential Programs, Student Leadership and Activities, the Office of Multicultural & International Student Programs, Orientation, Interfaith Center, HofstraCard Services, Recreation and Intramurals, Off-Campus Living and Commuting Student Services, and Community Standards. The office also works closely with the following departments: Dining Services, Facilities Management and Public Safety. In addition, the Dean of Students staff provide 24-hour emergency, on-call response for the University. In addition to working with these departments, the Dean of Students Office sponsors a variety of educational, social and cultural programs each year. Whatever your needs, the Dean of Students Office is available to you and is conveniently located at 243 Mack Student Center. Please call x3-6913 or email DeanofStudents@Hofstra.edu.

of thought and expression. To achieve these goals and their associated benefits, Hofstra community members are held to a standard of conduct designated to uphold and promote an academic community. As such, it is imperative that Hofstra students respect the rights of one another as well as the rules and regulations of the academic community with the expectation that they will then continue to foster this respect as future citizens of the global community. For additional information regarding the Code of Community Standards, please see Hofstras student handbook, The Guide to Pride, which can be found at hofstra.edu/guidetopride.

the surrounding community to create meaningful and purposeful experiences that foster a commitment to service and lifetime membership. For more information, visit hofstra.edu/greeklife. Leadership Development: OSLA offers leadership retreats and workshops for students who want to develop their skills and gain experiences outside academia. In the fall OSLA hosts a one-day leadership conference on campus open to all students. There are also leadership programs to such as the PRIDE-A-LaCarte Series and the Blue and Gold Program. Through your involvement, you will not only enhance your college experience, but you will also learn invaluable leadership, organizational, and communication skills. For more information on leadership programs through OSLA, visit hofstra.edu/leadership. New Student Orientation: A Hofstra students journey begins with New Student Orientation. It is designed with student success and enjoyment in mind and is a students official induction into the Hofstra family. Students stay on campus in a residential facility for the three-day program. The program introduces new students to all areas of Hofstra, including student services, faculty, academic advisors and the campus culture. We cannot stress enough how beneficial this program can be for incoming first-year students. During the program, you will learn about Hofstras curriculum and campus resources, register for fall classes, tour the campus, meet faculty and advisors, and begin to develop friendships with fellow students. After Orientation, new students attend Welcome Week. Welcome Week a five-day program leading up to the first day of fall semester classes where students become more acclimated to campus and the Hofstra community through transitional, academic and social programs. This first semester is an exciting time for a new student; the opportunities are endless, from campus clubs and organizations to special programs and events. For more information, visit hofstra.edu/newstudentprograms. Spirit Support: OSLA enhances and contributes to the athletic and altruistic needs of the University by offering students the opportunity to participate in a variety of spirit support organizations. Hofstra spirit support groups include the Coed Cheerleading team, Dance team, Pep Band, and the University mascots. For more information on our Spirit Support teams, visit hofstra. edu/spiritsupport. Survival Kits for Students: The Office of Student Leadership and Activities is proud of all Hofstra students, and we want to assist families in supporting and acknowledging student accomplishments. That is why we offer families an opportunity to purchase survival kits for students during final exams. Families receive a mailing mid-semester describing each of the package options. Students are notified to pick up the special package and the personalized note that accompanies it. All packages must be picked up by the last day of finals. All unclaimed care packages are donated to charity. If you have any questions about your order, please call 516-463-6914. Visit our office and discover all your co-curricular options! OSLA is located in 260 Mack Student Center, North Campus, and our phone number is 516-463-6914. We look forward to meeting you!

Student Leadership and Activities


The Office of Student Leadership and Activities (OSLA) is here to enhance the co-curricular life of all Hofstra students and to help them become more involved in the Hofstra community. We encourage students to involve themselves in the many clubs, organizations, fraternities, sororities, leadership development programs, and campus-wide events offered at Hofstra. Community Service: OSLA provides opportunities for students, faculty and staff to connect with each other while contributing to, participating in and learning more about the community in which we live. Community service initiatives are coordinated each semester by OSLA to support and challenge our students to become agents of change and develop leadership skills. Join the listserv by emailing osla@hofstra.edu. For more information, visit Hofstra.edu/service. Explore Next Door Program: OSLA hosts Explore Next Door (END), a series of events that take place in the fall and spring semesters, and are open to undergraduate students. These trips seek to introduce students to the cultural wealth of New York City and provide them with an opportunity to connect with their fellow students, faculty and administrators outside of the classroom. END events in the past have included trips to Mets and Yankees games, Broadway shows and, most recently, ballet and opera performances! The trips consist of 10-12 students, a student-leader and a faculty member or administrator, and are completely free. The Office of Student Leadership and Activities pays for tickets, transportation and light refreshments. The fall END trips are open only to new first-year and transfer undergraduate students. During the spring semester, trips are open to all undergraduate students. Please stop by 260 Mack Student Center to register for an Explore Next Door event! Registration dates for each event will be posted. For more information, visit hofstra.edu/endtrips. Fraternity & Sorority Life: Fraternity & Sorority Life at Hofstra works with students to create an inclusive environment that challenges members to develop into leaders who uphold the values, oaths and commitments of their collegiate fraternal organization at Hofstra. Fraternity & Sorority Life values ongoing relationships with alumni, volunteers, campus administrators, and

Resident Student Association


The Resident Student Association (RSA) is an elected group of resident students who serve as the overseers of the Student Activity Fee budget. Each academic year, resident students pay a Resident Student Association (RSA) fee, which provides monetary support to an array of Hall Council, Resident Assistant (RA), and campuswide programs. Overall, the mission of RSA is to provide for educational and social programming for resident students at Hofstra University. Both RSA and the Hall Councils have executive board positions and committees. To find out more about how you can get involved in RSA or the Hall Council in your area, please contact the Senior Resident Assistant (SRA) of your residence hall or speak with your own RA.

Wired and Wireless Network Access


Each resident student is provided with one wired network port. Additionally, wireless access is available throughout the campus. At this time, we have three wireless networks: HU PREFERRED (which requires authentication for students and employees) has the inherent capacity of the technology available for concurrent end user use. It is the recommended network for the University and provides full wireless services. HU GUEST (which does not require authentication) is for users with no direct affiliation to the University. HU GUEST has limited Internet capacity by design. It is not intended for downloading but simply for Internet access.

Code of Community Standards


Hofstra University is an institution committed to the development of students as individuals and as members of the greater Hofstra community. As an academic and social community, Hofstra strives to promote intellectual growth, stimulate learning environments, promote mutual tolerance and respect, and encourage freedom

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Are you interested in becoming active and involved on campus? Do you want to develop your leadership, organizational and interpersonal skills? Join a University club or organization! Hofstra University has a wide range of clubs and organizations from which to choose. For more information, stop by the Office of Student Leadership and Activities at 260 Mack Student Center, call x3-6914 or email OSLA@hofstra.edu You can also begin your own journey of involvement by logging on to the portal, clicking on the My Apps folder and then clicking on Collegiate Link. After you enter your information, you can start exploring the clubs and organizations that are registered on campus.

Recreation and Intramurals


The Department of Recreation and Intramural Sports offers a variety of exciting fitness opportunities and facilities for students throughout the year. Our programs are open to men and women of all skill levels and abilities. Intramural sports include: flag football, soccer, volleyball, softball and basketball. We also host special events such as Basketball Shootouts, Dodgeball Tournaments and the Hofstra Strongest Bench Press Competition. Finally, there are group exercise classes held at the Fitness Center throughout the year, which include: Abs, Toning, Yoga, Pilates, Cycle, Boot Camp and Zumba! The newly renovated Mack Fitness Center features: 61 state-of-the-art cardio pieces 50+ Cybex strength training pieces ADA-certified circuit Cycle Studio Yoga/Pilates Studio Aerobics Studio Indoor track Lounge and computer area Six basketball hoops and much more! For more information, please call 516-463-4037 or visit hofstra.edu/recreation. The Fitness Center hours are Monday through Thursday, 6 a.m. to 10:50 p.m.; Friday, 6 a.m. to 8:50 p.m.; and weekends, 10 a.m. to 7:50 p.m. A HofstraCard is required upon entry at all times. Think Fit. Get Fit.

are welcome to participate in our regular programs consisting of retreats, international and local mission trips, volunteer opportunities, prayer groups and social activities. During the week the chaplains are available for informal counseling, conversation and sacramental ministry. Students also have the opportunity to prepare to receive sacraments such as Baptism, Communion and Confirmation. Catholic Mass is celebrated every Sunday at 6 p.m. and every Wednesday at 9 p.m. in the Greenhouse (lower level of Mack Student Center). The Newman Club, the Catholic student organization, offers opportunities for students to socialize, grow together in affirming their Catholic morality and values, and deepen their faith and practice. The Catholic Life Office is located at 213D Mack Student Center. For more information, call 516-463-7210 or email catholic@ hofstra.edu. Jewish Chaplains Office (and Hillel): Hofstra Hillel, the Center for Jewish Life on Campus, works in concert with the Jewish Chaplains office. The recipient of many campus, regional, and national awards for outstanding programs, Hofstra Hillel is a dynamic community in which Jewish students of all backgrounds can celebrate the beauty and joys of Judaism. Among the exciting programs sponsored by Hofstra Hillel are dances, picnics, trips to Broadway shows, sports events, community service projects, visits to a geriatric center, talent shows, celebration of Shabbat (including free Shabbat dinner) and Jewish holidays, and much more. Students can travel to Israel, FREE, on the Taglit Birthright Israel Trip, as well as participate in subsidized service trips and national conferences with Jewish students from universities throughout the United States. There are also opportunities for paid internships, parttime jobs in the Jewish community, adult Bar and Bat Mitzvah celebrations, and informal Jewish study. Rabbi Meir Mitelman, the University Jewish chaplain, and all the friendly Hillel staff members serve as resources for Jewish students and are available for informal conversations and counseling. For more information, to receive emails about Hillel activities, or to just say hi, call x3-6922, visit 213A Mack Student Center, or contact us through our website at hofstrahillel.org. Protestant Chaplains Office: The Protestant Chaplaincy serves students, staff and faculty who come from Protestant backgrounds (Baptist, Episcopalian, Lutheran, Methodist, Presbyterian, Reformed, United Church of Christ, etc.) and any others who are on a spiritual journey and want to join in our activities. The Protestant community meets for Bible study on Friday from 6 to 7 p.m. in 213 Mack Student Center. A Protestant worship service is held on Sunday at 7:30 p.m. in 213 Mack Student Center, with a light dinner offered after the service. Twice monthly, the Protestant community gathers on Friday evening at 7:30 p.m. for Fellowship Fridays. Activities include programs on personal, social or religious topics with guest speakers, Bible study, social and recreational outings, volunteer work with a soup kitchen, and learning about spiritual life. Weekend

retreats or conferences may also be offered. The office is located at 213F Mack Student Center; x3-5227. Rev. Dugger is in the office on Wednesdays from noon until 8 p.m. for pastoral counseling, and may be reached by email at protestant@hofstra.edu. Islamic Chaplains Office: The Islamic Chaplains Office works with the Islamic Organization and Muslim students, faculty and staff on campus. Activities and services include daily Jumuah (Friday) prayers, Quranic studies, celebrations of Islamic holy days such as Eid-ulFitr (the festival marking the end of Ramadhan) and Eidul-Adha (the Feast of Sacrifice). The Islamic Chaplains Office also commemorates other Islamic events such as the fasting month of Ramadhan, Al-Isra and Al Miraj (the anniversary of the prophets night journey and his ascension to the heavens), and the Islamic New Year of Hijra. The Islamic Chaplains Office provides counseling to students and staff regarding Islamic-related subjects and maintains an Islamic reference library. Since Al-Islam is an open religion, the Islamic Chaplains office encourages the student body to interact in social and cultural events for better understanding among all students and staff members. The office encourages interfaith dialogue activities. The offices of Nazli Chaudhry and Seemi Ahmed, the Muslim chaplains, are located at 213E Mack Student Center; x3-6012.

students must report to the office when they arrive at Hofstra, and they must meet with office staff several times a year to ensure compliance with all immigrationrelated issues and concerns. The office also assists with immigration counseling and applications for optional practical and curricular training, economic work necessity, program extensions, international student insurance, and visa renewals, as well as travel assistance. The office also provides support to students interested in Hofstras international academic programs with the University of Amsterdam and Erasmus University. Finally, the office supports diversity training programs for the Division of Student Affairs and student leaders. The office presents several signature series, including the Diversity, Dialogue and Desserts Series; the True Life Series, International Education Week; and Living in America. Please be sure to stop by 242 Mack Student Center, North Campus, to see us. Attending college is as much about exploring your own culture as it is about exploring other cultures around you. We look forward to helping you find your way. Office Contact Information: Office of Multicultural & International Student Programs 242 Mack Student Center Phone: 516-463-6796 Fax: 516-463-5328 Email: International@Hofstra.edu Web: hofstra.edu/StudentAffairs/omisp Facebook Keyword Search: Hofstra Multicultural-International

Office of Multicultural & International Student Programs


The Office of Multicultural & International Student Programs looks forward to assisting you while you pursue your educational goals. As our office strives to support you socially and culturally, we work closely with several other campus departments to ensure that Hofstra embraces its multicultural and international identities and that diversity remains a top priority in all our student life programs. If you are looking to explore multicultural and international issues during your time at Hofstra, we encourage you to consider making this office one of your homes away from home. From a multicultural student life perspective, the office is responsible for planning and implementing a variety of cultural awareness and diversity education programming for the entire student community at Hofstra. We also coordinate various cultural-themed heritage months for the University, including LGBTQ History Month, Hispanic Heritage Month, Diversity Awareness Month, Black History Month, Womens History Month, and Asian-Pacific Islander Heritage Month, and the office staff advises more than 20 student cultural clubs and organizations. From an international student life perspective, the office offers various academic, social and cultural programs for the international student community. There are more than 600 international students from more than 70 countries in attendance at Hofstra University, and the office provides leadership with all immigration and international student-related issues. All international

Study Abroad
Studying abroad is exciting, fun, and educational. Much of the enjoyment and value of the experience comes from learning to adapt to a new environment. Living in another country leads to a better understanding of other cultures and broadens ones perspective on the world. Studying abroad can also enable you to enroll in courses that you might not otherwise consider taking, increase your proficiency in a foreign language, and of course, visit important historical and other sites of interest. A carefully chosen study abroad program or international internship can contribute not only to academic and personal growth but also to career goals as well. At Hofstra University, we take pride in the diverse selection of available study abroad programs and internships and can find an appropriate program for each interested student. Undergraduate students can choose from a number of January or summer programs developed by Hofstra faculty members. Information about these programs can be obtained by contacting the coordinator of Study Abroad Programs for HCLAS (300 Calkins Hall, phone: 516-463-4765); the Deans Office of the School of Education, or the Deans Office of the School of Communication.

Chaplains The Interfaith Center


The chaplains at Hofstra University offer opportunities for worship, retreats, interfaith events, seminars on topics of faith and ethics, and volunteer opportunities in local agencies. Catholic Life Office: The Catholic Life Office provides support for the community of faith based on the tradition and values of the Roman Catholic Church. It is dedicated to the holistic enrichment of students through social, spiritual and service events. Students have the opportunity to learn about and live out their faith in an open environment among their peers. All students

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Notice: Please read carefully all the provisions of this agreement before signing and submitting the Student Housing Application; you will be legally bound by these provisions. This AGREEMENT is entered into by Hofstra University (the University), through its Office of Residential Programs, and the student signing this agreement. Please refer to our website at: Hofstra.Edu/uglivingagreement for the most up to date version of this Agreement. 1. Acceptance of this agreement by the student and the University shall constitute the granting by the University to the student of the right to use certain residence hall space subject to the conditions hereinafter set forth and to the students continued attendance in good standing as a properly registered full-time student at the University. The University reserves the sole and exclusive right to terminate this agreement in accordance with the rules set forth below and the policies of the University. 2. The Residential Living Agreement is a one-year contractual arrangement between the University and the student. The agreement provides for student use of residence hall space for both the fall and spring semesters. Any student who leaves the residence halls at any time after taking occupancy of the room will be charged a $750 cancellation fee and will forfeit his or her housing deposit. This cancellation fee may be waived with prior written approval for reasons that include but are not limited to graduation, study abroad, student teaching, military service, official University withdrawal, or official leave of absence. In addition, students may incur charges for the January Session if they maintain occupancy of the room during that session. 3. The $300 deposit, which is required with the Student Housing Application, will be held as a residence hall breakage deposit and is not deducted from the housing bill. If the student for any reason fails to accept a housing assignment or fails to remain in the residence hall for the full time period covered by the agreement, the $300 deposit will be forfeited. The $300 deposit will NOT be refunded due to failure to receive a specific type of housing. The deposit will be released only upon receipt of a request in writing postmarked on or before May 1 for the fall semester and on or before January 1 for the spring semester. No deposit will be released after the May 1 and January 1 dates, regardless of when the student applies for housing. Once a student occupies a residence hall space, the $300 housing deposit is then held for the academic year as a damage and vandalism deposit. This deposit is held in an account by the University and is credited to the students account if there has been no damage to the room or common areas when room inventories are performed and damages are assessed at the end of the academic year. 4. Students who withdraw from housing are entitled to a prorated refund of housing charges through the sixth week of the semester, subject to the cancellation fee described in Paragraph 2 of this agreement and in University refund policies. No refunds will be given for housing charges after the sixth week of the semester. Students who withdraw from housing must complete a housing withdrawal form, which is available in the Resident Assistant Office of their building, return the room key, and complete the checkout procedures before any refund will be authorized. Residence hall fees are nonrefundable after taking occupancy of the room. 5. All room and board charges are payable by semester in accordance with the due dates established on invoices sent to the student. In all cases, the student is required to pay the charges due for that semester before being admitted to the residence halls, unless the University Office of Student Financial Services agrees to other arrangements. Unless the invoice is paid in full by the due date, the University reserves the right to void the agreement and reassign the accommodation, while retaining all prepayments. Students who apply for housing after the start of the fall or spring semester will have their room costs prorated and must pay housing charges for the semester before being admitted to the residence halls. 6. The Office of Residential Programs has the sole right to determine the occupancy and configuration of any room. The Office of Residential Programs has the sole right to make or change assignments in the University residence halls. No unauthorized persons are permitted to reside in the University residence halls except in accordance with the guest policies established for the University residence halls. 7. When the student is assigned a space in the residence hall prior to the beginning of a semester or as a continuing resident for the following semester, he/she must check in no later than the first day of classes, unless prior to the first day of classes he/she furnishes written notice to the Office of Residential Programs of good cause for the late arrival. If a student does not check in by the first day of classes and does not notify the Office of Residential Programs of the late arrival, the Office of Residential Programs may cancel the residence hall assignment. 8. When vacancies occur in any residence hall, the University reserves the option to either fill the vacancy or, if a double, triple, or quadruple room, to require the remaining occupant(s) of the vacated room to occupy a like accommodation or accept an additional charge. 9. In the event that, in the opinion of the University, any portion of the residence halls requires investigation, repair or temporary closing for health and safety reasons, the student(s) occupying that portion of the residence halls may be required to vacate the area. In the event that other residence hall space is available, comparable space will be offered to such student(s). If appropriate, the University in its sole discretion may adjust housing charges in such situations. 10. Residential Programs and authorized University personnel may enter a students room at any time for inspection, cleaning, inventory, maintenance, repairs, and in the event of building evacuations or emergencies. A students room may also be entered and searched if there are reasonable grounds to believe that a crime or infraction of Residential Programs regulations is being committed. 11. The student is absolutely responsible for all damage or loss that is done to his/her living/study area or any furnishings therein. Vandalism may result in reassignment or termination of this agreement. Each student is jointly responsible (with the other residents) for damages and may be charged a prorated share of the cost of whatever damages may occur, from any cause, to the public and semipublic areas of the residence hall. In all cases, the University assessment is conclusive. The student must also surrender the room key and complete the checkout procedure upon completion of the agreement period(s) to fulfill provisions of this agreement. 12. The University and its officers, employees, and agents assume no responsibility for the loss, damage, or destruction of personal property kept or stored in the residence halls. During vacation periods, the student shall remove all valuables from the residence halls and may be required to remove all property between the fall and spring semesters. 13. The University may provide a room in one of the residence halls, and board, if available, on an optional extra-fee basis for students during periods not covered by this agreement or after a students last date of attendance. Students electing this option may be required to move to another residence hall, or other University facility, for this period. 14. Dining plans are available for all resident students. Firstyear students are required to purchase one of a specified number of dining plans as a condition of residency. Required dining plans are set forth in The Living Factor: Student Calendar and Guide to Residential Programs, Policies and Procedures (The Living Factor). 15. The following rules shall apply at all times in all areas of the residence halls: a. No pets except for fish in filtered tanks. b. No cooking appliances of any kind, including but not limited to broilers, hot plates, hot pots, popcorn poppers, microwaves, electric heaters, or immersion coils. Refrigerator/freezer/microwave units rented from the University are allowed under established guidelines. Personal microwaves are prohibited in the residence hall rooms and suites. Residents may bring their own refrigerator for their residence hall room, but it may not exceed five (5) cubic feet in size. Additionally, the number of these legal-sized refrigerators are limited to one per room or two per suite. c. No illegal drugs or drug paraphernalia, including hookahs. d. No firearms, explosives, or any type of fireworks or weapons, including air pistols and BB guns. e. No gambling. f. No candles, incense or anything that burns, and no open flames of any kind. g. No soliciting. h. No smoking. i. No littering or damaging of any area or equipment of the residence halls. j. No removal of lounge furniture to rooms. k. No tampering with fire extinguishers, equipment, alarms, or signs. l. No motorcycles or any gas engine vehicles, and no gasoline storage of any kind. m. No throwing of anything from windows or balconies. n. No waterbeds or lofts. o. No life-support equipment of any form, including but not limited to containerized oxygen units and/or electrical generators. p. No playing of sports that may cause damage to University property or harm to others. q. No creating of any type of hazardous condition. r. No construction, including lofts, bars, cinder blocks or materials to loft beds, etc. s. No illegal room changes. t. No propping of doors or tampering with security/card access equipment. u. No tampering with room stops, window stops, safety bars, or window stickers. v. No unauthorized wiring; this includes but is not limited to outside TV antennas, satellite dishes, room-to-room wiring, and extension cords. w. No storage of bicycles in hallways or stairwells. x. No halogen lamps. y. No duplicating of University keys (i.e., room/suite keys). z. No curtains, valances or drapes; no tapestries or fabric shall be placed on the ceilings or walls. aa. Failure to comply with a University official regulation may result in judicial action being taken. 16. The room assigned by this agreement will not be available for occupancy prior to the date set by the Office of Residential Programs and published prior to the beginning of the academic year. The room must be vacated and left in good order no later than the date published by the Office of Residential Programs in a separate notice issued prior to the end of the semester or by 9 p.m. on the last day of the semester or 24 hours after the students last final, whichever is sooner. Students who are permitted to arrive prior to the start of their academic program, and who subsequently cancel their housing assignment prior to the first week of the semester, will be subject to a daily charge for their room, to any cancellation fees as outlined in Paragraph 2 of this agreement, and to forfeiture of all residence hall fees and deposits. 17. If a student is withdrawn from the University for any reason, including lack of attendance, or the student officially withdraws him or herself, the students Residential Living Agreement is immediately terminated and he/she must vacate the residence hall and surrender his/her HofstraCard. Students who withdraw from housing must complete a housing withdrawal form, which is available in the Resident Assistant Office of their building, return the room key, and complete the checkout procedures before any refund will be authorized. If the student fails to comply with these conditions, the student will be considered to be continuously using the residence hall space until the procedures are satisfied and will be held liable and billed on a prorated basis for use of the residence hall beyond his/her last date of attendance. Refunds are authorized only in accordance with the policies outlined in The Living Factor. 18. If a student is reassigned to a room other than the room to which he or she was originally assigned, all the terms of this agreement remain in effect and, where applicable, the student will be charged or refunded the prorated difference between the prevailing rates for the original and reassigned rooms. 19. This agreement may be terminated at any time at the sole and exclusive prerogative of the University. 20. Upon acceptance of this agreement, it is understood and agreed, should the student be in default of any of the terms and conditions hereof or in the event of a termination of the agreement pursuant to the terms hereof, the University shall have the right to remove the student from the residence halls by summary proceedings or by other legal process, and in the event of such proceedings, both the University and the student waive trial by jury, and the student agrees that he/she will not assert any defense, setoff, or counterclaim against the University. The University reserves the right to summarily ban from the residence halls or reassign housing for any student charged with a violation of the Code of Community Standards. If a student is removed from the residence halls for judicial reasons, he/she forfeits the right to a refund of his/her housing charges and housing deposit. It is further understood and agreed that the student may not assign his/her residence hall space to or allow any portion of the residence hall premises to be occupied by any other person. Any attempted assignment or occupying of such space shall be null and void and shall automatically terminate this agreement, and the student may be required to vacate the premises forthwith. 21. The student is required to abide by all residence hall rules and regulations and fire safety guidelines as set forth in this Residential Living Agreement, as well as in The Living Factor and Code of Community Standards, which are incorporated by reference in this Residential Living Agreement, and by any future amendments to these rules, regulations, and guidelines. The student is also required to abide by all other terms and conditions of this Residential Living Agreement and University rules and regulations, and understands that the University may take appropriate action, including termination of this agreement or reassignment of rooms, for conduct that is found by the University to be in violation of any of the above-referenced rules, regulations, or guidelines or that is otherwise detrimental to the welfare of residence hall students.

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Important Campus Telephone Numbers


Residential Programs Numbers
Residential Programs Office ............x3-6930 RA Office ..........................................................RSR Booth Alliance Hall .................................... x3-2039 ............ x3-5124 Bill of Rights Hall ............................ x3-2941 ........... x3-2233 Colonial Square................................ x3-3221 ........... x3-2115 Constitution Hall .............................. x3-2943 ........... x3-4311 Enterprise Hall ................................. x3-2947 ........... x3-2276 Estabrook Hall ................................. x3-2945 ........... x3-2112 Graduate Residence Hall.................. x3-2951 ........... x3-7251 Liberty/Republic .............................. x3-2754 ........... x3-4003 Nassau/Suffolk Halls........................ x3-7000 ........... x3-7045 Netherlands Complex....................... x3-2953 ........... x3-2122 Stuyvesant Hall ................................ x3-4927 ........... x3-8354 Vander Poel Hall .............................. x3-2949 ........... x3-2301 *If you do not know a students direct extension, you may call the RSR booth and ask to be transferred.

Other Campus Offices


Athletic Offices James M. Shuart Stadium ......................... x3-6750 Margiotta Hall ........................................... x3-5315 Physical Education Center ........................ x3-3800 Axinn Library Hours ..................................... x3-5967 Bookstore ...................................................... x3-6654 Career Center ................................................ x3-6060 Career Counseling Services .......................... x3-6788 Center for University Advisement ................ x3-6770 Dean of Students ........................................... x3-6913 Department of Recreation and Intramural Sports ........................................ x3-6958 Dining Services ............................................. x3-6662 EMERGENCY.............................................. x3-6789 Health and Wellness Center ........x3-6745 or x3-6746 HofstraCard Services .................................... x3-6942 Hof USA .....................................x3-5130 or x3-5132 HofstraVision/Cable Problems..................................0 Interfaith Center Catholic Life Office .................................. x3-7210 Islamic Chaplains Office .......................... x3-6012 Jewish Chaplains Office ........................... x3-6922 Protestant Chaplains Office ...................... x3-5227

Library (Reference Desk) ............................. x3-5962 Mack Student Center Information Desk ....... x3-6925 Office of Multicultural & International Student Programs ...................................... x3-6796 Outreach ........................................................ x3-6721 Public Safety ................................................. x3-6606 Services for Students with Disabilities ............................................... x3-7075 Student Accounts ......................................... x3-6828 Student Counseling Services ......x3-6791 or x3-6793 Student Financial Services and Registrar ..... x3-6680 Student Leadership and Activities................. x3-6914 Student Voice Mail ........................................ x3-5000 Swim Center.................................................. x3-5082 Telecommunications ..................................... x3-6602 Telephone Repairs .....................................................0

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