Important Information for the Fall
RESIDENTAL LIFE
Freshman Move-In
With freshman orientation occurring August 22-30, freshmen should plan to move in Sunday, August 22. Specific move-in instructions, hang tags, and other important materials will be mailed to freshman during the summer. Students who live less than three hours from the University should arrive between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. Those traveling from a greater distance should arrive between 1 and 6 p.m. In order to facilitate a smooth and orderly check-in process, cooperation with this schedule would be appreciated. There will be an after-hours, on-call staff member for students arriving late.
The Central Office of Residential Life will be open 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., August 27; 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., August 28-29; closed August 30; and 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., weekdays beginning August 31.
Check-in locations/times for freshmen:
- Freshman check-in begins in Park Lot according to directions mailed to each freshman, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
The Central Office of Residential Life, 020 Gates, will be open 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday, August 22.
Transfer Student Move-In
With transfer student orientation occurring Thursday, August 26, transfer students should plan to move in Wednesday, August 25.
Check-in locations/times for transfer students:
- Burton, Crosby, Lovejoy, Tiernan, Delta Upsilon, Drama, Community Living Center: Quad Office, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., August 25-26; Quad Office, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., August 27-29; Quad Office, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., weekdays August 31 onward.
- Anderson/Wilder Towers: Towers/Hill Court Area Office, 112 Gale House, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., August 25-26; Towers Basement Service Desk, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., August 27-28; Towers/Hill Court Area Office, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., weekdays August 31 onward.
- Hill Court: Towers/Hill Court Area Office, 112 Gale House, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., August 25-26; Kendrick Community Room, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., August 27-28; Towers/Hill Court Area Office, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., weekdays August 31 onward.
- DeKiewiet/Valentine Towers and River Road Residences: Towers/Hill Court Area Office, 112 Gale House, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., August 25-26; Valentine Lobby Service Desk, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., August 27-28; Towers/Hill Court Area Office, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., weekdays August 31 onward.
Upperclass Student Move-In
Upperclass students may move into academic housing beginning Friday, August 27.
Check-in locations/times for upperclassmen:
- Burton, Crosby, Lovejoy, Tiernan Delta Upsilon, Drama, Community Living Center, Inter Campus Music Center: Quad Office, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., August 27-29; Quad Office, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., weekdays August 31 onward.
- Anderson/Wilder Towers: Towers Basement Service Desk, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., August 27-28; Towers/Hill Court Area Office, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., weekdays August 31 onward.
- Hill Court: Kendrick Basement Multipurpose Room,
9 a.m. to 8 p.m., August 27-28; Towers/Hill Court Area Office, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., weekdays August 31 onward.
- DeKiewiet/Valentine Towers: Valentine Lobby Service Desk, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., August 27-28; Towers/Hill Court Area Office, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., weekdays August 31 onward.
Early Arrival (Move-In) Requests
Upperclass students will not be allowed to return to campus housing before Friday, August 27, without special advance approval from Residential Life. Requests should be based on the guidelines listed below. Special living conditions (temporary space) and a $45/day early arrival charge will be in effect for early move-in privileges. Students who do not qualify will need to secure other housing (hotel, motel, etc.) until University housing opens. All requests should be made by Friday, August 7, to be given strongest consideration, although guarantees are not possible. Priority will be given as follows:
1. Students the University deems necessary to perform specific, essential duties for University move-in, orientation, and pre-opening functions.
2. Students enrolled in formally organized University programs that start before the open move-in date.
3. Students enrolled or employed in formal University activities or programs that require participation in training programs or performance of specific duties before the regularly scheduled move-in date for their housing group.
4. Students with private housing leases that expire on the last day of August, leaving them without a suitable housing alternative until their scheduled move-in date. Students with leases expiring earlier generally must secure alternate housing elsewhere.
5. Applications based on personal inconvenience will be given lowest priority.
To receive an early move-in application, contact the Office of Residential Life at (585) 275-3166, fax (585) 506-1886, e-mail housing@reslife.rochester.edu.
Off-Campus Living
Students who plan to live off campus should begin their search for housing at least three to four weeks prior to their move-in date. Residential Life offers a list of rental properties available online through Off-Campus Housing Listing Service at http://ochousing.reslife.rochester.edu.
The University's Community Living Program located in Susan B. Anthony Hall maintains rental listings, maps, general information on leases and apartment mates, and telephones for making housing inquiries. For information, call (585) 275-1081 or e-mail offcampus@reslife.rochester.edu.
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES
Computers, networks, telephony, and information technology are a vital part of living and learning at the University. Contact the Network and Telecommunications Operations Center at (585) 274-4357 or visit www.rochester.edu/its for more details.
The following information highlights important services and answers frequently asked questions.
Getting Help
www.rochester.edu/its/itscenter
Located in Rush Rhees Library, the Information Technology Services (ITS) Center serves students, faculty, and staff as the centralized customer information center for ITS and is available for walk-in and phone assistance from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. For phone assistance, call (585) 275-2000. After hours, please leave a message and an ITS Center staff member will return your call the next day.
Buying a Computer
www.rochester.edu/its/css
While computers are not required, it is strongly recommended that students own a computer. Students can purchase computers from ITS Computer Sales, which offers special educational discount programs. Computer Sales staff members can assist students in selecting the right equipment for their needs. For advice about current configurations, visit ITS Computer Sales on the Web or call (585) 275-8353.
Computer Labs
www.rochester.edu/its/edtechserv/icf
ITS operates seven public computing facilities on the River Campus with both Macintosh and Wintel computers and a range of software. (For a complete list of software, follow the links at www.rochester.edu/its/edtechserv/icf.) The ITS Center Student Computing Lab, the largest of these facilities, operates 24 hours a day, Sunday (at noon) through Thursday, closes at 9 p.m. on Friday, and is open 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday.
Accessing Grades and Registrar Information Online
www.uis.rochester.edu/isis
The University's "ACCESS plus" system allows students to access records, including grade reports, financial aid, and billing account statements as well as review course schedules and descriptions on the Web. To access this system, students enter their University ID and a PIN number, which will be distributed to students upon their arrival. For more information, e-mail registrar@rochester.edu or call (585) 274-8131.
Telephone and Voice Mail Services
www.rochester.edu/its/incoming
All rooms in the River Campus residence hall system and the Eastman Living Center are equipped with digital telephones, which offer a full range of digital network features and are used throughout the University. Complete information and instructions on all aspects of the University's telephone system are available in the student directory and on the Web. Student directories are available from Residential Life and Residence Hall offices.
Standard voicemail features:
Each resident has a voicemail box that greets callers with a list of those students in residence. Callers then select the personalized voicemail box of the person they are trying to reach. A standard mailbox has the capacity to hold four messages. Additional message capacity may be purchased, in message groups of five for $2.92/month by calling ITS/ Telecommunications at (585) 274-4357 or signing up online. Voice mail includes the ability to retrieve messages from phone both on and off campus by calling (585) 274-3660.
Special equipment and services:
Equipment for people with hearing impairments is available. For information about amplification, strobe light indicators, and the use of TDD equipment, call (585) 274-4357.
Analog adapters, which can be used for fax machines, answering machines, or other similar devices that require an analog line, can be rented for $6.50/month by calling ITS/Telecommunications at (585) 274-4357 or signing up online.
Directory Assistance
www.rochester.edu/findpeople
University directory assistance is available weekdays (except University holidays) from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. by dialing 0. An answering service manages after-hours calls. Directory information also is available on the Web.
National Do Not Call Registry
http://donotcall.gov/register/Reg.aspx
The Federal Trade Commission has adopted regulations creating a "Do Not Call" registry for consumers to list their residential telephone numbers if they do not wish to receive calls from telemarketing agencies. Students living in campus housing may list their campus telephone numbers on the registry through the Web address listed above.
Long Distance Calling
www.campuslink.paetec.com
Student long distance service is offered through PAETEC Communications. The standard-rate long-distance plan, which charges 6.5 cents per minute (including taxes and surcharges) is active on all phones; no signup is necessary. A premier long-distance plan also is available for a monthly charge of $4.95 and 2.9 cents per minute on all intrastate and interstate calls. For information on international rates, visit the Web address listed above or call PAETEC customer service at (800) 962-4772. Students may sign up for the premier plan at the Web address listed above. Phone bills also may be paid online.
To place calls from anywhere on campus, students must obtain a PAETEC Personal Billing Number (PBN). This acts as a calling card when making calls from off campus as well. PBNs and PAETEC calling guides may be picked up at the Technology and Services Expo August 22-23 or in students' CPU boxes. Previously issued authorization codes are active with the PAETEC service. Refer to the PAETEC calling guide for instructions on how to access the service.
Students also may choose other long-distance carriers. There is no charge for 800-number access to these alternate carriers. The PAETEC service may prove to be the easiest to use and is competitive with other carriers' rates.
Cellular Phone Options
www.rochester.edu/its/incoming
Students can contract directly with University-approved vendors for their cellular service. To review current plans or request cellular service, visit the Web address above.
DINING SERVICES
www.rochester.edu/living/services/dining
The University Dining Services in partnership with ARAMARK offers many dining options targeted to meet the needs of a diverse student population. Selections include vegetarian, ethnic, and "heart-healthy" meals. Dining Services uses the results of regular surveys, focus groups, informal student input, and Web site feedback to keep the menu current and offers special programming to student groups.
2004-05 Dining Plan Options
A student ID card act as a "one card" to access many services on campus. Two separate accounts are associated with an ID--a meal plan and a flex account. The University offers four club membership plans that provide a combination of guaranteed meals per semester along with predeposited declining dollars based on club membership level. The University also offers four club declining balance plans that provide tax-free purchases as well as discounts at various dining hall and retail locations. In addition, the flex account is accepted in dining halls but is intended for use in areas that are not dining related. Additional information on dining plan enrollment, flex accounts, or dining operations can be found at the Web site listed above.
Club Dining Plans
280 Club Plan
Includes 280 meal counts per semester, averaging 17 meals per week and $300 in declining dollars per semester.
230 Club Plan
Includes 230 meal counts per semester, averaging 14 meals per week and $400 in declining dollars per semester.
170 Club Plan (minimum plan for sophomores)
Includes 170 meal counts per semester, averaging 10 meals per week and $550 in declining dollars per semester.
140 Club Plan
Includes 140 meal counts per semester, averaging 8 meals per week and $600 in declining dollars per semester.
Platinum Club Plan (available to juniors only)
Includes $1,500 in declining dollars per semester.
Bronze Club Plan (minimum plan for seniors)
Includes $400 in declining dollars per semester.
Class Year Requirements
Freshmen have the option to enroll in either the 280 or 230 club plan for the first semester and have a choice of the 280, 230, or 170 club plan for the second semester.
Sophomores have the option to enroll in the 280, 230, or 170 club plan for both semesters.
Juniors have the option to enroll in the Platinum declining balance plan or the choice of the 280, 230, 170, or 140 club plan.
Seniors have the minimum requirement of the Bronze declining balance plan.
Flex Account
The flex account may be used for purchases in the Corner Store, bookstores, the Common Market, and Computer Sales, as well as vending, copy, and laundry machines. Students activate a flex account by indicating a per-semester deposit when signing up for their dining plan or by making an initial deposit at the beginning of the academic year via cash, check, Visa, MasterCard, or Discover. All flex account sales are subject to tax where applicable. Deposits may be made to a flex account via cash, check, Visa, MasterCard, or Discover at the Customer Service Center. Send deposits by mail to Auxiliary Operations, SBA Halls-Customer Service Center, University of Rochester, P.O. Box 270319, Rochester, NY 14627-0319. Checks should be made payable to "University of Rochester."
Dining Locations
The Common Ground, located in Wilson Commons, is a coffeehouse that serves Java City coffee, espresso, cappuccino, and lattes, as well as gourmet baked goods and smoothies.
Douglass Dining Center offers a varied menu with something for everyone. If you're a health-conscious diner on the go, try a wrap or make your own salad from the new Salad Garden. Grille Works offers traditional grilled favorites as well as gourmet burgers and vegetarian selections. The new Tortilla Fresca serves fresh Mexican specialties made to order. Douglass also offers a wide selection of soups, sandwiches, made-to-order pasta, Benè Pizza, and desserts. Another favorite is Cranberry Farms, offering rotisserie chicken, roast turkey, and home-style sides. Club meal combinations are available throughout the day.
The Wilson Commons Food Court is a great place to use club meal exchange for all-you-care-to-eat breakfast, club meal combinations, declining balance dollars, flex, or cash. The food court features the new Sushi and Miso Noodle Bar, Grille Works, Blimpie Subs, Salad Garden, as well as Benè Pizza, chicken wings, nachos, and other munchies for late-night snacking.
The Corner Store provides a large selection of snacks, frozen entrees, drinks, grocery items, and fresh produce. Halal and Kosher selections as well as vegetarian, organic meals also are available.
Sophisticated dining in the Meliora is open to the community weekdays for lunch. The Meliora offers table service and is a great place to enjoy a leisurely lunch or hold a meeting. Private dining rooms and catered cuisine are available with reservations. Declining balance, flex, or cash required at the Meliora unless otherwise posted.
The Club Express offers a wide variety of weekday lunch specials including buffet and salad bar items as well as sandwiches and fresh sushi.
The Hillside Café, located in the lower level of Susan B. Anthony Hall, offers Java City coffee, espresso, smoothies, made-to-order sandwiches, pizza, pastries, convenience foods, and beverages.
Lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch at Danforth offer hearty, nutritious, all-you-care-to-eat meals and ARAMARK's own "Real Food on Campus," a program that offers restaurant-style dining with an ever-changing menu. The Produce Market offers fresh vegetables for a stir-fry station and salad bar; the Grill, which features specialty sandwiches; the Sandwich Shop, with made-to-order panini and wraps, homemade soups, and fresh-baked breads; and the Home Zone, offering hot entrees, individual casseroles, pasta, pizza, and specials of the day.
The Java City Cart at the ITS Center offers on-the-go items such as Java City coffee, hot bagels, pastries, fresh-baked cookies, salads, sandwiches, beverages, and more.
The Simon Cart at Schlegel Hall features fresh soups, sandwiches, salads, breakfast items, and array of beverages.
The newly renovated Eastman Dining Center at the Eastman School of Music offers an all-you-care-to-eat option with a variety of fresh entrees, pasta, pizza, vegetarian specials, fresh soup, and a salad bar. And the Orchestra Pit located at the Eastman Dining Center offers a little bit of everything--deli sandwiches, grilled items, salads, drinks, pizza, convenience items, and more.
UNIVERSITY HEALTH SERVICES (UHS)
Immunizations for Incoming Students
New students are required to complete immunizations before the start of classes. Students who are unable to receive immunizations before coming to the University can schedule an appointment at UHS. The cost for the visit and immunizations can be charged to tuition bills. E-mail hhf@uhs.rochester.edu for more information.
Meningitis Vaccine Clinic
The meningitis vaccine is recommended for freshmen living in the residence halls. UHS is sponsoring a meningitis vaccine clinic at the Student Expo on Sunday, August 22, in the Goergen Athletic Center. The $90 cost can be charged to tuition bills or paid by cash, Visa, or MasterCard. Call UHS at (585) 273-5770 with questions.
Primary Care Provider at UHS
In order to provide students with high-quality care as efficiently as possible, all students are assigned a primary care provider at UHS.
Reopening of UHS Offices
The UHS River Campus Office will reopen on Sunday, August 22, at 9 a.m. During freshman orientation (August 22-September 6), the office will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. The office will resume its regular hours on Tuesday, August 31. The UHS Eastman School Office will reopen on Tuesday, September 7, at 9:30 a.m. The UHS office in the Medical Center is open weekdays throughout the year.
University Counseling Center
www.rochester.edu/ucc
The University Counseling Center (UCC) offers individuals, couples, and group therapy. In addition, UCC will be offering a stress/meditation group, an anger-management group, and a bereavement group. Those interested should call (585) 275-2361 or (585) 275-3113.
RIVER CAMPUS LIBRARIES
Wireless in Carlson Library
Wireless access is also now available in Carlson Library. With a wireless network interface card, laptop, and student NetID login, students can connect to the network anywhere in the library.
Relax with Books, DVDs
Two popular reading collections holding more than 700 current books and magazines and more than 1,175 DVDs are available to students. The Popular Reading Collection near the circulation desk at Rush Rhees offers bestsellers, genre fiction of all types, and popular magazines. The Carlson Browsing Collection offers popular science and technology titles as well as games. Students can view a list of new popular books and sort by author, title, or genre on the Web site.
The Multimedia Center at Rush Rhees now has more than 900 DVDs for students to borrow for a four-day period. Browse the collection for titles on the Web site.
Jobs in the Libraries
The libraries employ over 250 students every year, and many students remain in their jobs throughout their entire college career. For information about current job openings, visit the libraries' jobs page on the Web site.
Win Prizes at Orientation
A world of knowledge awaits students when they take the River Campus Libraries' Passport Challenge. Details are available at orientation--look for the Libraries' Passport Challenge table when registering for classes.
Celebrate Halloween
Come to the The Sixth Annual Scare Fair at Rush Rhees on Friday, October 29, for food, fun, entertainment, a costume contest, and a chance to view the campus and city from the outside perimeter of the Rush Rhees tower.
Gala Library Visit on Meliora Weekend
Students and parents are invited to Rush Rhees on Friday, October 8, during Meliora Weekend, for special exhibits, talks, refreshments, and a view of the fall colors from the Rush Rhees tower.
UNIVERSITY FACILITIES AND SERVICES
Let's talk trash!
Activities at the University result in a tremendous amount of solid waste. Efforts to minimize this waste and its impact on the environment are ongoing. Everyone has a role to play to achieve success in recycling and waste minimization.
The best way to manage waste is never to generate it in the first place. Planning ahead, not wasting supplies, proofreading documents prior to printing, using e-mail rather than memos, and other simple actions taken by all members of the community can add up to a significant waste reduction.
Recycling
Buying recyclable items is the first step. However, this will do no good unless recyclable materials are placed in the proper receptacle for recycling. Again, each person's effort is essential. This involves placing the material in the proper container as well as not contaminating the recyclables with nonrecyclable items.
Recycling containers are located at many points on the River Campus. For additional information about recycling, call (585) 273-4567.
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