April Newsletter for On Campus Residents

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HOUSING & DINING PROGRAMS End of Semester Move-Out Information

Project Move-Out (continued): If you are interested in donating or volunteering, please visit the Project MoveWhile it is hard to imagine packing up your belongings to prepare for move out, a little planning can go a long way. Keep Out Website or email Sophia at benedick@american.edu. the following things in mind as the end of the semester Packages: Tuesday, May 7, 2013 will be the last day that approaches. mail and packages are accepted for Spring 2013 resident students. Any packages not picked up from the residence Mandatory Closing Floor Meetings: Your RA will be hosting a very important mandatory meeting with your floor on hall front desks by Wednesday, May 8 at 12 noon will be returned to the package sender. Be on the look-out for Sunday, April 28 that will cover a number of move-out information from mail services in the coming days about requirements. Your RA will review all of the important forwarding your US Postal Service mail. information on how to check-out of the residence hall and avoid damage/improper check-out costs. Want More Information?: The official resource for Respect the Quiet Hours: 24-Hour Quiet Hours will begin on May 2013 Closing and Move-Out information will be sent to you via email and will be located on flyers posted Sunday, April 28, so please remember to respect your in the residence halls beginning the second week of April. community members when they are studying hard for finals. If you have questions after reading the information, please talk with your RA to make sure that you follow the MicroFridge Rentals: You will receive information at floor meetings on when MicroFridges will need to be defrosted and proper steps for moving out of the residence halls. returned. Pick-ups will occur between May 8 and May 11. Apply to be a Member of the Summer Plan Your Move-Out Arrangements: The residence halls will close at 12 noon on Wednesday, May 8 for undergraduate students (or 24 hours after your last exam, whichever occurs first). Make sure to notify your RA of your departure date as soon as you know. Requests for Late Departure: If your situation requires you to stay in the residence halls for any time after 12 noon on Wednesday, May 8, you must complete a “Request for Late Departure Form” online at our website for consideration. All requests must be submitted prior to Friday, April 19. Project Move-Out: Team up with Housing & Dining Programs, Facilities Management, & the Office of Sustainability for our 3rd annual Project Move-Out Community Sale! AU faculty, staff and students will be welcomed to donate unopened food, clothing, electronics, office supplies, small furniture items, and small kitchen appliances. Everything but the food will be available for resale on May 4 in the Tavern from 9am-2pm. **There will be an Early Bird Special from 8am – 9am on the sale day for only $5. All proceeds of the sale and unsold items will benefit local DC charities.

Moving Crew (SMC)! The Summer Moving Crew position provides student staff members with the unique opportunity to take part of a new chapter at American University. SMC members will play a vital role in the closing of Tenley residence halls, and the opening of Nebraska and Cassell halls. Work will include conducting building inspections, escorting vendors, furniture moves and much more. If you are interested in learning more about the role and benefits of the Summer Moving Crew, we encourage you to read through the position description and apply here. The application will go live April 8, 2013 and will conclude on April 15, 2013!

Extended Hours in the One Card Office The One Card Office is now open for extended hours. We are open during the following times weekly for all of your ID card needs: Monday – Thursday: 9:00 am to 7:00 pm Friday: 11:30 am to 5:00 pm Saturday: 11:00 am to 3:00 pm Please direct any questions to the One Card Program Coordinator at idcards@american.edu.


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