Campus Living 101: Week Seven

Resident Handbook

Housing Portal

Fix My Home

Mail and Packages

Diversity Resources

UPCOMING FACILITY WORK IN HOUSING

On Monday, October 9, a contractor will test the Wifi in Saletta. The contractor must enter all apartments. Testing will begin after 9 a.m. and will only be conducted in the living room. It should take around an hour to test the entire building.

Also on Monday, October 9, the main computer board will be replaced in the Ruston elevator. The elevator will not be in service during that time. It is anticipated to only take one day to switch to the new computer board. However, if needed, the work will continue on Tuesday, October 10.

If you have questions, please contact HRL by email living@usi.edu or phone 812-468-2000.

FREE TRANSPORTATION TO FALL FESTIVAL

USI provides free bus (EVSC school bus) transportation for USI students to attend the West Side Nut Club Fall Festival.

Transportation will be provided October 2-5. Students need to bring their USI ID and show it to the driver.

A few bus rules...

No alcohol allowed.
No eating or drinking allowed.
No open containers of drinks or food.
Please follow the rules established by the bus driver.

The driver also drives for EVSC during the day, so we want to keep the bus clean.

Click on the image to view times and locations for pick up and drop off.

LIVING ON CAMPUS

EXCESSIVE NOISE

Unwanted noise is a common concern for those living in shared residential environments such as apartment buildings or residence halls.

Residents have the right to move around their space freely and enjoy living on campus. It is important to understand a certain amount of noise is a part of normal daily activities. These noise levels include walking, talking, opening up doors, watching TV, cooking, etc. However, stomping, jumping, slamming cabinets or doors, watching TV or listening to music loudly for extended periods, shouting, fighting, late night parties, etc., are examples of excessive noise.

Residents should be mindful of potential sources of their own noise and how it may affect neighbors. In addition, before making a noise complaint, residents should consider is the disturbance a part of everyday living or excessive. If noise is excessive, residents are encouraged to reach out to their neighbors in a respectful manner or contact their RA.

All residents should observe quiet hours established by HRL.

Sunday–Thursday, 10 p.m.–8 a.m.

Friday–Saturday, Midnight–8 a.m.

OVERNIGHT GUEST POLICY AND PARKING

Housing residents must register any overnight guest(s) including current residents who are staying overnight in a room that is not their assigned apartment or residence hall suite.
Overnight guests can stay up to two consecutive nights (no more than once per month).
Permission must be given by roommate and suitemates prior to any guest staying overnight.
The guest registration form is on the Housing Portal. Unregistered guests will be asked to leave University housing. Guests must be at least 16 years of age.

Overnight Guest Parking

Overnight guests must register their vehicle with Parking, display a temporary parking permit and park only in designated non-resident visitor parking.
To request a parking permit, the overnight guest must be accompanied by the Housing resident. The housing resident must have registered the overnight guest prior to requesting the parking permit.
Guest parking permits will not be issued to any guest violating the policy and attempting to stay more than two nights per month.

If you experience a facility emergency that could cause damage or become hazardous such as a water leak, overflowing toilet or electrical issue, please contact Emergency Maintenance immediately at 812-464-1729.

For non-emergencies, if you submit an online Fix My Home work order after 1 p.m. M-F for custodial, 3 p.m. M-F for maintenance, or on a weekend, the work order will not be addressed until the next business day.

LATINX HERITAGE MONTH - SEPTEMBER 15-OCTOBER 15

Celebrate the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America. The USI Multicultural Center has several events planned from dance lessons to enjoying pan dulce!

Latin Rhythms (Bachata) - October 12 at 6 p.m. in RFWC 125 Register
Latinx Heritage Month Speaker - Abraham Brown (Business owner, entrepreneur, community organizer) October 26 at 6 p.m. in Carter Hall

OCTOBER EVENTS Visit the USI calendar for more events.

Exploring Majors and Minors Fair

10 a.m.-2 p.m. in Carter Hall

The intent of the Exploring Majors and Minors Fair is to provide an opportunity for students to investigate various curricular and career options in one place at one time.