Delta State Residence Life 2013–2014

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YOU’VE BEEN WAITING FOR IT. Delta State University. Your new home.

Living on campus is the best way to meet new people and get involved. You will build lifelong relationships with other students and the university community. By living in the Residence Halls, you will have opportunities to be a part of our hall councils, Greek life, religious groups and other student organizations found on campus.

RESIDENCE HALL FEATURES

Residences have a highly trained RA (resident assistant) on each floor to support you in transitioning to university life. Your RA will also plan and organize special events and group activities so that you become a part of your residential community.

Ethernet Access

Concerned about personal services? No need to worry.

We offer 24/7 police protection, on-campus healthcare and professional laundry services.

Unlimited Access Commercial Grade Washers & Dryers

There’s no better way to become involved than to live where you go to school.

Computer Lab Wireless Internet Access

Cable TV, 50+ Channels Local Telephone Service with Call Waiting

Kitchen Elevator Vending Machines

ON-CAMPUS SERVICES

 Post Office  Copy Center  Fitness Center 2 | DELTA STATE

 Laundry  Health Center  Writing Lab

Window Blinds

 Food Court  Library  Career Services

Security Doors Handicap Accessible

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BRUMBY-CASTLE HALL

WOMEN’S RESIDENCE

HALL INFORMATION

 3-story suite style residence hall.  4 computer labs within the hall for residents.

ROOM INFORMATION

 Room furniture includes 2 beds (single/bunk), 2 built-in desks with chairs, 2 built-in chests and a waste can. The closet is a shelf/rod combination.

 Multicolored carpet in rooms.  Bathroom includes 2 sinks, cabinets and

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drawers, toilet, shower, several towel racks and shelves above the toilet.

CLEVELAND HALL

WOMEN’S RESIDENCE

HALL INFORMATION

 3-story suite style residence hall with a spacious

first floor lobby featuring a wood-burning fireplace and a piano.

 Computer lab on second floor for residents.

ROOM INFORMATION

 Room furniture includes 2 beds (single/bunk), 2 desks

with chairs, 2 chests and a waste can. There are two closets with a shelf at the top of each.

 Green carpet in rooms, halls and common areas.  Bathroom includes sink, toilet, full sized shower/tub,

medicine cabinet and towel racks.

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LAWLER-HARKINS HALL

WOMEN’S RESIDENCE

HALL INFORMATION

 3-story suite style residence hall with first and

second floor lobby areas.

 Common kitchens for residents on second floor

with a stove, refrigerator, sink and counter space.

ROOM INFORMATION

 Room furniture includes 2 beds (single/bunk),

2 built-in desks with chairs, 2 built-in chests, a waste can and two closets with a shelf on top.

 Tiled flooring.  Bathroom includes vanity with sink, drawers and

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cabinets, toilet, full sized shower/tub, 2 large medicine cabinets and towel racks.

FOUNDATION HALL

MEN’S WOMEN’S RESIDENCE RESIDENCE MEN’S & &WOMEN’S

refrigerator, sink and counter space.

ROOM INFORMATION

 Room furniture includes 2 beds (single/bunk), 2 desks

CLOSET

 3-story private bath residence hall.  Study rooms on second and third floor for residents.  Common kitchens for resident use with a stove,

CLOSET

HALL INFORMATION

with chairs, 2 chests (under the bed) and a waste can.

 There are two closets that can be secured with the

resident's room key.

 Ceramic tile and carpet in rooms.  Bathroom includes sink with drawers underneath,

toilet, shower and several towel racks.

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BREWER, CLARK, LONGINO & NOEL HALLS

COURT OF GOVERNORS

MEN’S RESIDENCE

HALL INFORMATION

 3-story quadruplex with a 4-room quadrant

design that includes a bathroom/shower facility in each quadrant.

 Computer lab in the center pavilion for residents.  Common kitchens for resident use with a stove,

refrigerator, sink and counter space.

ROOM INFORMATION

 Room furniture includes 2 beds (single/bunk),

2 desks with chairs, 2 wardrobes, 2 chests and a waste can. All furniture can be rearranged.

 Entire complex is tiled flooring.  Sink and medicine cabinet in room.

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NEW MEN’S HALL

MEN’S RESIDENCE

HALL INFORMATION

 3-story suite style residence hall with a

spacious first floor lobby.

 Computer labs within the hall for residents.

ROOM INFORMATION

 Room furniture includes 2 beds (single/bunk),

2 desks with chairs, 2 chests and a waste can.

The closet is a shelf/rod combination.

All furniture can be rearranged.

 Tiled flooring.  Bathroom includes 2 sinks with cabinet and

drawers underneath, toilet, walk-in shower, and several towel racks.

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RESIDENCE HALL & MEAL PLAN FEES  Foundation Hall | $3,804  Cleveland, Lawler-Harkins | $3,304  Court of Governors, New Men’s and Brumby Castle | $3,419  Private Room Rate Surcharge | $800 Students living in residence halls must select one of the following meal plans:

 Unlimited + $150 Flex  12 Meals Per Week + $250 Flex  10 Meals Per Week + $350 Flex Fees for 2014–2015 are estimates only and are listed as per-semester costs.

Please refer to the University website for the most accurate information.

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RESIDENCE HALL PREFERENCE CARD Please complete & return this preference card with your $50.00 deposit to: Delta State University Office of Housing & Residence Life DSU Box B-3 | 1003 W Sunflower RD | Cleveland, MS 38733

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__________________________________________________________ ROOMMATE

___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ / PREFERRED NAME FULL/LEGAL NAME ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ / CITY & STATE / ZIP MAILING ADDRESS ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ / DATE OF BIRTH / GENDER M/F DSU ID OR SSN ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ / CLASSIFICATION / TERM APPLYING MAJOR ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ / EMAIL CELL NUMBER

Requested Residence Hall ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ / 2ND CHOICE / 3RD CHOICE 1ST CHOICE ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ SPECIAL NEEDS

___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ REQUESTED ROOMMATE (ROOMMATE REQUEST MUST BE MUTUAL; ROOMMATE REQUEST WILL BE HONORED OVER HALL PREFERENCE.)

Select Your Preferred Meal Plan: Unlimited + $150 Flex

12 Meals/Week + $250 Flex

10 Meals/Week + $350 Flex

Have you previously lived in DSU Housing? _______________________________________________ If so, when? ______________________________________ I have read and agree to abide by the terms and conditions as stated on this application, to comply with all rules and regulations as stated in the online Student Handbook, and with all notices and publications duly posted by the Office Student Affairs or the Office of Housing and Residence Life.

___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ / DATE STUDENT’S SIGNATURE YOU MUST READ THE ONLINE STUDENT HANDBOOK FOR MORE DETAILED HOUSING POLICIES. GENERAL CONDITIONS. Rooms may be occupied ONLY by students to whom they are assigned. Room transfers must be made and approved prior to moving only at times specified by the Housing Office. Residence hall requests should be made as early as possible and mutual requests must be made at the same time to be guaranteed. Delta State is a tobacco-free campus. ROOM DEPOSITS. A room deposit of $50.00by checkor money order (no cash) is required. The deposit becomes a damage deposit at checkin. The deposit is forfeited if (1) cancellation in writing is not received by the Housing Office before August 1st for the Fall semester, December 1st for the Spring semester, May 15th for Summer Term I, or June 15th for Summer II. (2) your room is not claimed by 5:00p.m. on the first day of classes, (3) Housing procedure for checking in, checking out, or transferring rooms is not followed; or (4) checking out of a room assignment during the first two (2) weeks of any session. CHARGES/DAMAGES. At the time of occupancy you will be checked into your room by a member of the residence hall staff and a record will be made of the condition of the room and its contents.You are responsible for damages to or loss of any room property. Charges will be assessed for any damages beyond fair wear and tear. All thefts, damage to property, etc. should be reported immediately to the Resident Assistant, Assistant Hall Director, Residence Hall Director, and DSUPolice Department. The university is not liable for the loss of or damage to any or all student property regardless of the location on campus. INSPECTION OFROOMS. The university reserves the right to inspect the living quarters of any student residing in University property at any time that its administrative officials or their agents shall deem such inspection to be in the best interest of the university and/or to protect campus order and the safety and well-being of students, faculty, staff or others. PRIVATE ROOMS. Private rooms are not guaranteed at the beginnings of any semester. If space is available at a later date, requests may be granted on a first come, first serve basis. There is an additional fee for a private room. Private room fees are payable in the same manner as other fees. A student living alone on the first Friday of each term will be required to come RESIDENCE 11 to the housing office for reassignment with a roommate or pay private room fees regardless of the circumstances that caused the single occupancy.You will be charged for a private room from the date you become the only occupant LIFE of that |room.

Office of Admissions Kent Wyatt Hall RM 117 | Cleveland, MS 38733 admissions@deltastate.edu 1.800.GO.TO.DSU | WWW.DELTASTATE.EDU

NONDISCRIMINATION. Delta State University is committed to a policy of equal employment and educational opportunity for all persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, physical or mental handicap, status as to disabled veteran or Vietnam-era veteran, or age as specified by applicable laws and regulations. This policy extends to all programs and activities supported by the University.

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