HOUSING & DINING PROGRAMS
FEBRUARY 2013 E-NEWSLETTER FOR CAMPUS RESIDENTS
2013 Important Dates (Mark your calendars!) Tuesday, February 12 Housing Lottery Information Session at 5pm in Letts Formal Lounge Monday, February 18 Summer Student Staff Information and Applications Go Live Thursday, February 21– Thursday, February 28 Room Selection Process occurs in Various Locations
Dear Campus Residents, I hope that 2013 has gotten off to a terrific start for each of you! February and March are very important months in the life of a student, so I encourage you to read this e-newsletter closely. The upcoming Room Selection Process will offer you the unique opportunity to choose your living assignment for the next academic year. I encourage you to visit our website at www.american.edu/ocl/roomselection to educate yourself on the details of the Room Selection Process. If you have any questions about what is written in this message, please contact your Resident Assistant, your Resident Director or our Main Office staff at x3370 or housinganddiningprograms@american.edu . Sincerely,
Tuesday, February 26 “You’re in the Majors” Event from 11am-2pm in Letts Formal Lounge Friday, March 8 Summer Campus Host Applications due at 5pm Saturday, March 9 – Sunday, March 17 Spring Break (Halls Remain Open) Wednesday, May 8 Residence Halls close at noon
Chris Moody Assistant Vice President Housing & Dining Programs
February EagleBucks Merchants of the Week Mark your calendars! During each week in February, a different EagleBucks merchant will be offering a special when you use EagleBucks at their location! Make sure to follow us on Twitter and visit our Facebook page for the specials. February 11-17: Chipotle February 18-24: CVS February 25-March 3: Dominos March 4-10: Cava Grill
HOUSING & DINING PROGRAMS Room Selection Process Information
Now Hiring: Summer 2013 Campus Hosts
Students who submitted a housing application should have received an email with their lottery number. This lottery email and number is your ticket to participate in the Room Selection Process. Pages 10 and 11 of the Room Selection Guide will assist you in determining what date and time you should arrive to select your room for 2013-2014. If you are selecting with a roommate or a group, and one of you is unable to be present to select, please designate a proxy online in advance. Should you have any questions about this process, please email roomselection@american.edu or call (202)885-3370. We invite you also to join us for the Housing Lottery Information Session, Tuesday, February 12 at 5pm in the Letts Formal Lounge to ask any questions you might have.
Looking for a way to stay in DC, make some summer spending money, and a free place to live? The Conference & Residential Services Team is hiring Campus Hosts for the summer season. Responsibilities include desk hours, conference preparation and operations, and on-call coverage. All CH staff will earn $8.25 per hour and receive a single room on-campus from May 9 through August 14.
Please note there is no obligation to select a room, nor is there any financial penalty if you choose not to participate in the room selection process. If you select a room for the upcoming academic year, you are signing a contract with Housing and Dining Programs for another academic year. If you later decide you do not wish to live on campus, please note that you are subject to termination fees (information on the termination schedule is located in section 10 of the Housing License Agreement).
Living Learning Communities Students interested in a new housing assignment for the spring semester may want to consider either the Social Justice Living Learning Community in Roper Hall or the Health & Wellness Living Learning Community in Clark Hall. Limited spaces are currently available in each community. The Social Justice LLC is designed for students interested in better understanding and practicing social justice. It is an open gender housing community, providing the option for students to live with the roommate with whom they are most comfortable without consideration to the individual's sex, gender, or gender expression. The Health & Wellness LLC is a community designed for students who are interested in living in a community that is committed to a lifestyle without the influence of alcohol and other drugs. Residents will be able to participate in a variety of educational and social activities focusing on healthy living. Both communities are open to both new and returning students of all majors. Additional information can be found online at www.american.edu/ocl/housing/llc.cfm.
To learn more, attend one of our many information sessions, or visit our website at www.american.edu/housing. Applications are due by 5pm on March 8, 2013, and include an online portion, as well as a submitted resume.
On Campus Jobs for Fall 2013 Think ahead to the Fall 2013 semester and ask yourself if a student-staff position with Housing & Dining Programs is for you. Information about all desk staff positions will be posted on our website, www.american.edu/housing, under the student employment opportunities page. Information about the Desk Coordinator, Desk Receptionist, and Student Receptionist positions will post on February 18, 2013, and will include all application materials, position descriptions, and hiring timelines. Any questions should be referred to housinganddiningjobs@american.edu.
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.
HOUSING & DINING PROGRAMS
FEBRUARY 2013 E-NEWSLETTER FOR CAMPUS RESIDENTS
Having Major Doubts? Join Residential Education and the College of Arts & Sciences for the 3rd annual “You’re in the Majors” event on Tuesday, February 26, 2013 from 11am-2pm in Letts Formal Lounge. Members from the various Colleges will be present to speak about major options and help you make the decision on what to do with your academic future and career. Students navigating their academic future are encouraged to attend this free event.
New Products Arrive at the Campus Store The AU Campus Store now carries SmarTrip Cards! You are now able to purchase a card for $10.00, which includes a $5.00 fare-value pre-loaded. If you already have a SmarTrip card, stop by the Campus Store to add more value or load a 7 day bus pass onto your card. The Campus Store is also now offering Alta Gracia apparel. Alta Gracia supports workers’ rights internationally by offering a living wage to all its employees. For more information about the company and its mission, visit http://altagraciaapparel.com/. EagleBucks are valid on both SmarTrip cards and Alta Gracia apparel items.
Apply to be a CAS Peer Advisor! Interested in learning more about the Peer Advising Program and what it means to be a peer advisor? Join us for an information session. Current Peer Advisors will be available to answer questions and talk about their experiences. Applications are available now in Battelle 100 or online. Information sessions will take place on the following days: Wednesday, February 13, 12-1pm Tuesday, February 19, 5:30-6:30pm Friday, March 1, 12-1pm Location: Battelle 130
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Upcoming Events for Students Interested in Moving Off-Campus Monday February 18 1:30pm Hughes Formal Lounge Still have questions about moving off-campus? Join us for an information session!
Free Flu Shots in the Student Health Center If you are interested in receiving a flu shot you can come to the Student Health Center on Mondays, Tuesdays, or Wednesdays from 9am-9:45am to receive a flu shot until supplies are depleted. You must bring your AU ID card to receive a flu shot.
Conflict Resolution Training Conflict happens. AU Conflict Resolution Services is accepting applications for their semesterly 24-hour mediation training (Feb 21-24). The Basic Mediation Training course is FREE to AU student, faculty, and staff interested in learning skills and/or volunteering with Conflict Resolution Services. The training will provide prospective mediators experience in mediation through instruction in the policies and practices of our office. After attending training, participants are qualified to volunteer with AU Conflict Resolution Services, but volunteering is optional. Applications are available online at www.american.edu/ocl/sccrs or by sending an email to conflictresolution@american.edu.