April 22, 2019 Volume 1: Issue 8
Hall Ways Yearbook Edition Armstrong Campus
GSU
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Hall Ways Editorial Staff
In this issue… EFFECTIVE MAY 3RD
Staff Advisors Katie Fester (Armstrong) Erin McFerrin (Statesboro) Editors Ariel Alston (Statesboro) Carlene Robinson (Statesboro) Michaela Simpson (Statesboro) Rachel Taylor (Armstrong)
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Thank you so much for choosing to Live On with University Housing this year. It has been our privilege to provide you with a safe, comfortable and engaging living environment. We hope we have helped you make connections, grow and learn during your time with us. We hope to see you again! -Hall Ways Editorial Team
University Housing PO Box 8102 Statesboro, GA 30460
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24-Hour Quiet Hours In an effort to support your academic efforts, University Housing issues a 24-hour quiet period at the end of each semester starting on the last day of class through closing. Mandatory quiet hours will begin at midnight on Friday, May 3 and will end at noon on Sunday, May 12. Housing staff will enforce these hours, and violation of this policy may result in a referral to Student Conduct. Please take advantage and be respectful of this time. Good luck on finals
What to do Before Leaving As part of the move-out process, it is important to work with your roommates to ensure the communal areas in your apartment/suite will be left in good condition at move-out. University Housing encourages you and your roommates to complete a Resident Communal Responsibility Form to effectively communicate with one another and with housing on who is responsible for what in the communal areas. Your RA and area office (Windward Commons front desk or the Housing office) will have copies of these forms for your convenience. Do not forget to turn in the form to your area office before they begin closing inspections of your apartment/suite. University Housing also encourages students to inform University Housing and/or maintenance about any potential damages that have happened while residing in the room. To inform housing staff, please make an appointment with your Graduate Resident Directors. To inform maintenance, please complete a maintenance request (Click Here). Some damages may result in damage fees being assessed to your student account.
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Moving Out Procedures Standard vs Express Move-Out ●
Standard Move-Out Inspection (Recommended): If you want to participate in a standard move-out inspection, you will need to sign up for an appointment with a resident assistant at your area office. This is the best option for students who want to be present during the move-out inspection so that they can explain any items that could receive fines. Please note that any damage billing discussion during the standard move-out is an estimate and could include additional charges upon further inspections. Students wishing to do a standard move-out are recommended to sign up no later than 5 p.m. on Friday, May 3rd. Standard move-out times may vary between Windward and the apartment communities. Please see additional information from your graduate Resident Director or Resident Advisor.
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Express Move-Out: In an express move out, you are provided with more flexibility on your departure time. However, with this option you forfeit your ability to contest damage charges. This option is only recommended in necessary situations. When able, please complete the standard process. Once you have removed all belongings from your space, come to your area office to complete an express move out envelope and turn in your keys. Your RA will re-enter your space after all occupants have moved out to complete a room inspection. If you are an apartment community resident and you plan on leaving between the hours of midnight and 9 a.m., please complete your checkout at Windward Commons. They are open 24-7!
Don't forget to turn in your keys and properly check out to avoid closing fines on your student account! Keys not turned in or left in a student's room will result in closing fines.
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MOVE OUT INFORMATION When to Leave & Steps for Checking Out In order to checkout properly, students need to: ● ● ● ● ●
Remove all of their personal belongings from the bedroom, common area(s), and bathroom(s) Remove and dispose of all trash into the provided dumpsters/recycling bins Ensure all University provided furniture is placed in its original room location Clean up any messes that occurred during the semester or move out period Visit your area office to complete a standard move-out or express move-out
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Summer Housing Information Are you planning on taking classes during over the summer? If so, we hope you consider living on campus with us! Apply for housing today! Students who have applied to live on campus for Summer Term A will stay in their current spring assignment until we begin to transition students to their summer assignment in Compass Point 5000 and 6000 buildings beginning on May 16th. (There will be a charge for this time period of $100 if you stay on campus and do not remove your belongings) A housing staff member will place an approved stay sign on your front door and individual bedroom door (if applicable). Housing and maintenance staff will continue to inspect the apartment/suite during closing inspections for the remainder of the apartment/suite. For your individual room, they will inspect from a health and safety standpoint rather than a closing inspection. Additional information about Summer School housing will be sent to approved students.
Summer school students will be housed in Compass Point. Summer school move-in information will be emailed to you through your Georgia Southern student email account. To request additional information about summer school, please email housing@georgiasouthern.edu.
Thank you all and we hope you have a wonderful rest of your semester and good luck on finals. - Nick Shrader
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MOVE OUT INFORMATION Recycling/Donation Information The University is excited to have Goodwill Donation Bins conveniently placed around the residential areas for any student to donate belongings. Donation bins will be stationed around the residential areas by ďŹ nals week, and this is a good way to reduce, reuse, and recycle!
Additional Information Room Changes- As per our Residential Community Guide, University Housing will not be issuing room changes during the last two weeks of the semester. Communication- University Housing will continue to communicate with students through students' Georgia Southern email accounts. Any damage charges, important policies, reminders, etc. will be shared via student email. Housing staff will also make an attempt to notify students outside of email through banners, yers, face-to-face contact, phone calls, and door signs. Parking- University Housing would like to encourage all students to continue to abide by all Parking Regulations. For information on parking, students should see Parking Services.
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On the behalf of the Residence Hall Association, we would like to thank you all for an awesome semester! It was our pleasure to plan and execute programs for you all! Good luck on finals and have an awesome summer! -Maya Allen
Congrats to Lynique Green for winning our March Madness Raffle!
Special thanks to DJ Cade for the awesome music at March Madness!
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Our final spotlight of the semester goes to Kyla Robinson, our VP of Comm & PR. Kyla is graduating this semester!
Letter from Your Hall, Hello Residents! It is that time again. Time to depart. For some that might mean forever and others that might mean “See you in a couple months!” Some things to remember as you are preparing to leave: NON-GRADUATING STUDENTS: your check out is on FRIDAY MAY 10 by 12 p.m.. There is a $100 late fee associated with checking out past 12 p.m. GRADUATING SENIORS: your check out is on SATURDAY MAY 11 by 7PM. There is a $100 late fee associated with checking out past 12pm. So make sure all your things are out and your keys are turned in on time!
24-HOUR QUIET HOURS GO INTO EFFECT FRIDAY, MAY 3RD
Move Out Reminders: ● If there is damage in your apartment common space and no one claims responsibility, everyone will be charged ● You will not be allowed back in your room after check out ● You MUST return your keys when you check out or you will be charged for an improper check out as well as having the locks changed
As you prepare for finals season, keep in mind the hours for the Learning Commons and the library, and be sure to take care of yourself! While all nighters are common, we need to make sure to sleep, eat healthy, take time to exercise, and relax! Too much stress and you won’t be able to focus on your finals!
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Stay on the lookout for an email or flyer from your RA about your final hall meeting! They will be going over information about closing that is important to know!
Letter from your Staff, Hello Residents! Congrats on nearing the end of your first year! Here are some important reminders regarding closing procedures: University Housing will close officially at noon on Friday, May 10. Non-graduating students should be checked out NO LATER than 12 p.m. on Friday, May 10. Graduating students should be checked out by 7 p.m. on Saturday. May 11. Students who check out past 12 p.m. will be issued a $100 improper checkout fine, so make sure to plan accordingly.
RA and Resident Spotlights
Don’t lose momentum as you push through finals! Remember to study hard, and summer will be here before you know it. Here are some finals tips: ● Study your weakest subject first. Why? You’ll be fresher and better able to deal with difficult areas. ● Eat well, and get a good night’s sleep. Finals week can be stressful, and being hungry and tired will not be beneficial. ● Make your study periods short and frequent, and give yourself some study breaks.
Thank you to all students who attended the events during #MyHallStory week. We hope you enjoyed events such as the Roommate Game Show, Block Party, and Cash Cart!
As a reminder, 24-hour quiet hours will begin at midnight on Friday, May 3 and will go until noon on Sunday, May 12. Housing staff will be enforcing quiet hours, so please keep this in mind during this time.
Important Phone Numbers: RA on Duty 912-429-9063 Windward Front Desk: 912-344-2722 University Police: 912-344-3333
- Finals Survival Study Kits: To be distributed during finals week (May 6- May 9) -Look out for information from your RA about their final hall closing meeting where they will provide more detail about closing!
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Have a safe summer and Go Eagles!!
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