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DOUBLE B
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DOUBLE B
A
TRIPLE B
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TRIPLE
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Room & Key Information LIVINGROOM
BATH
LIVINGROOM Why isBATH it important for you to check-in to the right bed? When you check out, your assigned bed space will be assessed for damages according to the Room Condition Report completed by you during move-in. If you are not in the correct bed space, you or your roommate could be incorrectly charged. Examples of room and bed layouts are below:
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A
DOUBLE
A
B
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DOUBLE BATH
A
C BATH
DOUBLE B
DOUBLE
DOUBLE
A
CF
C A
TRIPLE
B
DA
TRIPLE
EB
D LIVINGROOM
LIVINGROOM
E BATH
DOUBLE
LIVINGROOM
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Community Double
Suite Triple
Suite Double NOTE: 3 Bedroom Suite Double shown above.
B
NOTE: Letter "C/F" represents third and lower bed space.
C
Welcome to
University Courtyard
BATH DOUBLE DOUBLE Important Key Info - Don’t Get Locked Out! Your temporary room key that you received at check-in will expire on Thursday, August 22 at 12:00 pm All residents must have D their Fresno State ID cards encoded as their room keys. A Here’s how: Bring your Fresno State ID and your temporary key LIVINGROOM to the Atrium ConferenceERoom during listed hours. Staff will keep your temporary key and encode your ID card as your room key. The Atrium Conference Room will be open for the key exchange during the following times:
Saturday DOUBLE
Sunday Monday FTuesday Wednesday
12:00 pm - 7:00 pm 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
If you don’t have your Fresno State ID card or you need a replacement, visit the Bulldog Card Office anytime M-F from 8:00 am-4:30 pm in Joyal 156.
We’re excited to be part of your experience here at Fresno State and look forward to assisting you throughout the upcoming academic year. Inside this brochure you’ll find information about Color Games and other opening events, as well as a brief guide to some of what University Courtyard and Fresno State have to offer. The tabs are a reference to help you find all the information you need to get settled. Refer to the back cover before you set up your room — the diagrams will indicate how to determine which bed is yours. For more information, visit our website at:
www.universitycourtyard.org
Have fun with some friendly competition and earn bragging rights for your hall at our annual opening weekend events. You can earn points for your hall with attendance and participation at the various activities. The hall with the most points wins a hall party! Come support your team, meet your neighbors and have fun! The events run from August 17-21.
Saturday ••• August 17 Color Games Opening 7:00 pm in the BBQ Area No Color Games points. The official opening ceremony of the Color Games is here! We’ll give you the guidelines of the Color Games and introduce the housing staff you’ll come to know and love throughout your stay at University Courtyard!
Wing/Floor Meeting 7:15 pm - Contact Resident Advisor (RA) for location. No Color Games points.
Wear your hall color or color games t-shirt to earn extra points! Baker: Blue Graves: Green Homan: Yellow Suites: Red
Sunday ••• August 18 Water Games
3:00 pm at the Pool Area Out by the pool we’ll have a bellyflop contest, a cannonball contest and other water games.
FREAKS Game Night
5:30 pm on East side of dining FREAKS brings gaming to University Courtyard! Even if you’ve never played before, come and learn some new games and meet other residents.
Meet your Resident Advisor and the students you’ll be sharing your hall with!
Color Games Dance 8:30 pm on the Atrium Lawn Come meet your new community members and earn Color Games points for your hall. DJ K-Rich will be playing all night long.
Don’t show up without a Color Games T-Shirt! Newly designed shirts are available at the “Ask Me” tent on the lawn between the Atrium and University Dining Hall.
Get Involved There are many ways to get involved at University Courtyard. We have four program committees you can be a part of. If you are interested in any of these groups, talk to your Resident Advisor, Resident Director or email Tyler Miller at tymiller@csufresno.edu.
Important Dates & Deadlines August 17 & 20
Mandatory opening meetings. See your RA or ARD for details.
August 18
Meal plans begin
Drug and Alcohol Committee: Addresses the issue of alcohol and other drugs.
August 22
Fall instruction begins
September 2
Diversity Committee: Plans programs and activities around social justice issues and promotes an appreciation of differences within our community.
Labor Day – No classes/All offices closed
September 4
Last day to add classes without special permission, add a class by waitlist, or register for credit by examination
September 5
Monthly housing payment or Financial Aid Special Payment Plan payment due
September 9-13
Room swap/change applications available
September 18
Last day to add classes with permission, drop classes online without a serious and compelling reason and without a grade of W (withdrawal) listed on university transcript/change to/from credit/no credit grading, or take exam for credit by examination
September 23-27
Meal plan change applications available
October
Health and Safety inspections (all halls)
Academic Success Committee: Plans activities to support our residents academically. This committee plans the “Academic Success Banquet” each Spring semester for students who achieve a 3.5 GPA or higher in the Fall semester. Health and Wellness Committee: Plans programs and activities boosting our residents’ consciousness of issues relating to physical, psychological and emotional health.
Parking Opening Weekend Parking Free move-in parking is provided in Lot G (Baker, Graves, Homan) and Lot D & E (Suites) for opening weekend only.
Parking Permits Parking permits will be available for purchase in the Atrium August 17 and 18. $93 per semester $186 for the academic year Parking is enforced 24 hours a day at all on-campus parking lots. To use any of the available student lots, you can purchase either a day pass for $3 or visit the Police Department Service Center to buy either a Fall-only or Fall/ Spring pass.
For a complete list of University Courtyard dates and deadlines, visit www.universitycourtyard.org or for general University dates and deadlines, visit www.FresnoState.edu.
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Housing Happenings
Be sure to check your e-mail for the weekly issue of University Courtyard’s offiical newsletter, Housing Happenings! Housing Happenings strives to keep you informed about the university, community, upcoming events and sustainable living.
Campus Internet & Student Software Solutions Fresno State provides FREE Internet access for all University Courtyard residents. Baker, Graves and Homan access is through wireless connections. The suites are hardwired.
Residence Hall Association (RHA) What is RHA? If you’re a resident of Baker, Graves, Homan, Sequoia, Cedar, Birch, Aspen, Ponderosa or Sycamore halls, then YOU are RHA! The Residence Hall Association is a student-run organization that encourages the development of community in University Courtyard through student leadership, service and innovative programming. Elections for the executive board are held within the first week of September. For more information, e-mail Belen Marquez at belenmarquez19@gmail.com.
Suites residents: Modems are available Saturday, August 17 and Sunday, August 18 outside the Atrium.
COMCAST
Students can enjoy their Comcast expanded basic cable TV service (included in the price of room and board) from the comfort of their residence hall room.
Monday, August 19
Pick up your FREE digital cable box from the Comcast booth in front of the Atrium during check-in on Saturday and Sunday.
First RHA Meeting of 2013-2014 8:00 pm in the Graves Hall Lobby
Comcast also offers High-Speed Internet that is light years ahead of DSL – with speeds up to 6 Mbps; it’s faster than 1.5Mbps DSL and up to 100x faster than 56k dial-up. Comcast High-Speed Internet can handle the most demanding on-line tasks with ease.
Open daily - 24 Hours Complete FSRs and report key problems. Check out vacuums, volleyballs and horseshoes.
Monday ••• August 19 Information Fair 10:00 am - 2:00 pm in the University Dining Hall (UDH) Earn points for your hall and meet vendors and clubs from all over Fresno. Be sure to enter the Info Fair prize drawing while you’re there.
LGBT+ Awareness Social 4:00 pm in the Graves Rec Room No Color Games points.
Residence Hall Association Meeting 8:00 pm in the Graves Lobby No Color Games points. Come by the Atrium to see how you can step up as a leader in University Courtyard. Meet our RHA president and executive board.
Casino Night 9:00 pm in the East Side of UDH Vegas-style! Play blackjack, poker, and other casino games. Meet our special guest dealers and win big.
University Courtyard Desk Hours Atrium Desk
Watermelon Games
Community Style Desks
Sunday - Thursday 7:00 pm-11:00 pm Friday - Saturday 7:00 pm - 1:00 am Check out vacuums at hall desks.
1:00 pm on the Aspen/Ponderosa Lawn One of the highlights of Color Games. Play some fun games and then grub on fresh watermelon.
Learning Community Social
2:30 pm in the Atrium No Color Games points.
Latino Awareness
4:00 pm in the Baker Rec Room No Color Games points.
Courtyard Assemble!
8:00 pm on Cedar/Sequoia lawn Come dressed as your favorite super hero and watch the Avengers movie for Color Games points!
Wednesday ••• August 21 African American Awareness
4:00 pm in the Graves Rec Room No Color Games points.
Game of Thrones III & Ice Cream Sundaes
7:00 pm in the Graves BBQ area Game of Thrones is a mystery event. Come out, play and have ice cream sundaes. Points for attendance and completion - TRIPLE POINTS.
Color Games
Tuesday ••• August 20
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Parent Workshops Parents can come and get all their questions answered by Senior Staff members. Topics discussed will include: Payment Schedules/Financial Aid, Policies, FAQ’s, Coping with an Empty Nest, and much much more!
Parent Workshop times:
Henry Madden Library
Health Center
The newly reconstructed Henry Madden Library is located in the center of campus. Housing well over 1 million volumes, the Madden Library is the largest library in the California State University system. Services available in the library include: Laptop checkout program, Multicultural Program, Music and Media Library, Teacher Resource Center, Copy Center, Services for Students with Disabilities, Starbucks, and much more. For more information call 559.278.2596 or visit fresnostate.edu/library.
Located on campus, the Health Center provides comprehensive outpatient medical care to all Fresno State students, including psychological counseling services. The center is home to well-equipped doctor’s offices, exam rooms, a laboratory, x-ray lab and a pharmacy. During the academic year, the Health Center is open from 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Call 559.278.2734 or visit fresnostate.edu/health/.
Admissions
Financial Aid
Saturday, August 17
If you’re looking for facts about admission requirements and processes (for undergrad, grad, returning or transfer students) or admission deadlines, contact the Admissions office in the Joyal Administration Building. Call 559.278.2261 or visit fresnostate.edu/are.
Sunday, August 18
International Students
Mandatory Meeting
International students have many resources here at Fresno State. To learn more about what the University offers to both prospective and current students, visit the International Student Services & Programs office located in Joyal Administration 256. Call 559.278.2782 or visit fresnostate.edu/issp.
Meet your Resident Advisor and the students you’ll be sharing your hall with!
Career Services
1:00-2:00 pm in Graves Lobby
1:00-2:00 pm in Graves Lobby
Opening BBQ
Saturday, August 17 at 4:30 pm - 7:00 pm in front of the UDH All residents and their families are invited to our Opening BBQ dinner. It’s free with great food and a presentation by University officials at 5 pm followed by a special performance from the Fresno State Marching Band.
If you’re not sure about your future, the Career Services office can help you get started setting your goals. They can help with job searching, connecting you with future employers and much more. The office is located in Thomas Administration 103. Call 559.278.2381 or visit fresnostate.edu/careers.
The Learning Center (LC) The LC provides free tutoring in any subject, writing help, workshops on topics such as textbook reading and test prep. Located in the LC is a full service computer lab and wireless internet. You are welcome to study in the LC located in the lower level of the library. Call 559.278.3052 or visit fresnostate.edu/lc.
Associated Students, Inc.
“Ask Me” Tent
Saturday, August 17 & Sunday, August 18 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Outside the Atrium
Visit the Ask Me Tent to pick up your Color Games t-shirt and ask questions about University Courtyard and moving in.
Express your opinions and get your voice heard. Associated Students, Inc. is the recognized student government on campus and helps to protect the rights and interests of students. The office is located in USU 316 and 317. Call 559.278.2656 or visit asi.fresnostate.edu/.
For information on how to apply for financial aid, including scholarships, grants and loans, visit the Financial Aid office in Joyal Administration 296. Call 559.278.2182 or visit fresnostate.edu/studentaffairs/programs/ financialaid/.
Services for Students with Disabilities Academic support services available to students with disabilities include: • Readers • Scribes • Sign language interpreters • Real time captionists • Notetakers • Electronic and audiotaped textbooks • Assistive computer lab and equipment • Print enlargement • Speech input & voice output programs • Braille embosser • Testing accommodations • Disability management On-campus transportation via SCOUT, the Student Community Transportation service, is also available for eligible students. For more information call 559.278.2811, TTY 559.278.3084, visit fresnostate.edu/ssd or stop by the SSD office located in the Henry Madden Library.
University Services
First Few Days
University Services Student Involvement
Monday, August 19, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Located in the East Side of the University Dining Hall Come find out about multiple organizations and clubs on and off campus. You’ll also have the opportunity to win great prizes!
Advising Services
Stop by the Office of Advising Services to find out about undergrad advising, undeclared major advising, setting a guaranteed 4 year graduation schedule, academic petitions, changing your major and much more. The office is located in Joyal Administration, room 224, call 559.278.1787, or visit fresnostate.edu/studentaffairs/ advising
University Student Union
Kennel Bookstore is your official campus bookstore. Kennel is a non-profit entity and all surplus revenue is returned to the University to benefit the entire student body.
Lounge & Pavilion Area Computers for student use, printers, Digital Signs with meeting and event notices. “Golden 1” Credit Union, Pro Hair and Nails, U.S. Postal Express (individual store hours are posted)
Kennel Bookstore
Textbooks: Kennel Bookstore has the valley’s largest selection of used textbooks, electronic books (eBooks) and rentals, saving students 25% off the new price. They also have all your required and recommended textbooks, with a guarantee that they are the right textbooks for your class. Kennel also has: • Clothing & Gifts • Copy Center • Supplies • Computers You can find store hours and order your textbooks, clothing and gifts online at: www.kennelbookstore.com
Residents Only Sale August 17, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fresno State Welcome
Information Booths on campus: August 21, 22, 23 from 8:00 am - 10:00 am Club and Organization Fair - Free Speech area and USU Balcony: August 26, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm USU Open House - USU Balcony: August 26, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Community Service Fair - Memorial Gardens: August 28, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Target Sale August 23, Evening
Your Campus Community Center
Semester Hours (subject to change)
Monday - Friday
7:00 am - Midnight
Sunday - Saturday
7:00 am - Midnight
USU Recreation Center 559-278-2015 Bowling, Billiards, Games, XBox, USU Snack Bar Monday - Thursday
9:00 am - 11:00 pm
Friday
9:00 am - Midnight
Saturday
10:00 am - Midnight
Sunday
12:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Information Center Bus passes, discount Regal movie, Magic Mountain and Universal Studio tickets, event tickets, maps, general directory information. Monday - Thursday
9:00 am - 7:30 pm
Friday
9:00 am - 4:30pm
Saturday - Sunday
Closed
ASCE (American Society of Civil Engineers) Mid-Pac Amerasia Organization Apple & Kennel Bookstore Build-A-Teacher Club Campus Crusade for Christ (Cru) Center for Women and Culture China Peak Mountain Resort CSUF Farm Market EOC Local Conservation Corps. Es-Tu-Dios Fresno Area Express (FAX) Fresno Christian Fellowship Chi Alpha Fresno State Athletics Fresno State Gun Club Fresno State Mock Trial Henry Madden Library Jan & Bud Richter Center For Community Engagment & Service-Learning Lambda Sigma Gamma Learning Center Mix Trix Moot Court Phi Alpha Delta (Pre-Law) Phi Beta Sigma Resident Hall Association Sigma Alpha Epsilon Sigma Omega Phi Student Involvement Student Recreation Center The Golden 1 Credit Union University Health & Psychological Services University Police Department Zeta Phi Beta
Win Prizes!
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Come to the Info Fair
Pick up a prize entry form
Visit at least six of the vendors
Turn in your completed form NOTE: You don’t need to be present to win.
First Few Days
Information Fair
Get Involved at Fresno State! Connect with others by joining a club or organization on campus and enrich your college experience. Develop your leadership skills by volunteering with the USU Board, USU Productions, the Leadership Council, Vintage Days, or Associated Students, Inc. For more information about how to Get Involved, visit the Student Involvement Center, USU Room 306 or call 559.278.2741. We’re also on Facebook!
The Basics Mail
Laundry
Bathroom Cleaning Schedules
When you check in you will receive your personal mailbox assignment. It is your responsibility to check your mail regularly. The mailboxes are located in the halls for community-style and in the Atrium for suite residents. Your address is:
Large capacity washers and dryers are available for use by residents. To use the laundry facilities, you’ll need to purchase a Webcard. Cards cost $5; $3 is automatically credited to the card for use. Additional money may be placed on your Webcard via cash or credit card.
Community Style
Each hall has its own zip code which needs to be used to avoid delays in mail delivery. Aspen
93710 - 8230
Homan
93710 - 8235
Baker
93710 - 8231
Ponderosa
93710 - 8236
Birch
93710 - 8232
Sequoia
93710 - 8237
Cedar
93710 - 8233
Sycamore
93710 - 8238
Graves
93710 - 8234
Should you receive a package or large envelope, a slip will be placed in your mailbox instructing you to pick up your package in the Atrium. Outgoing mail can be placed in the Atrium.
Wash: $1.25 Dry: $1.00 Webcard deposit machine is located in Atrium.
Cedar and Ponderosa Residents: Laundry facilities for Cedar and Ponderosa residents are available in Aspen, Birch, Sequoia or Sycamore. Please check out a key from the Atrium Desk. There is a twohour time limit and a photo ID is required.
1st Floor:
Daily 11:00 am - Noon
2nd Floor:
Daily 10:00 am - 11:00 am
3rd Floor:
Daily 8:45 am - 9:45 am
Suites T/Th/Sat 11:00 am - 2:30 pm M/W/F 2:30 pm - 4:15 pm
Room Safes Each bedspace comes equipped with a lockable safe in the closet. You should have received an email (to your Fresno State email address) from CSI Safes with instructions on how to unlock your safe when you arrived on campus. Use of the safe costs $98 for the academic year. To opt out of using the safe (and to avoid the $98 charge) please make sure to fill out the form in the front of your handbook that you received in your check-in envelope.
Sequoia/Sycamore
Panda Express Mon -Thurs: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm Friday: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm Saturday: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Sunday: Closed
USU Snack Bar Mon-Thurs: 7:00 am - 9:00 pm Friday: 7:00 am - 10:00 pm Saturday: 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm Sunday: 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Juice it Up! Mon-Thurs: 7:00 am - 7:30 pm Friday: 7:00 am - 5:00 pm Sat & Sun: Closed Taco Bell Express @ University Center Mon-Thurs: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Friday: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm The SSU Snack Bar @ Satellite Student Union Mon-Fri: 8:00 am - 2:00 pm Sat-Sun: Closed
Be sure bathroom area is accessible and countertops are clear of personal belongings.
T/Th/Sat 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
1st Floor:
M/W/F 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
2nd Floor:
M/W/F 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
3rd Floor:
M/W/F 11:00 am - 2:30 am
Dining Hours Subway Express Mon - Thurs: 7:00 am - 7:00 pm Friday: 7:00 am - 5:00 pm Saturday: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Sunday: Closed
Do not set living room deadbolt during scheduled cleaning times. If deadbolt is set, your bathroom will not be cleaned until the next scheduled cleaning day.
Cedar/Ponderosa
All locations accept Flex dollars Chik-Fil-A Mon - Thurs: 7:00 am - 7:00 pm Friday: 7:00 am - 5:00 pm Sat & Sun: Closed
All Suite Residents:
Aspen
Birch
USU Eateries*
During the one hour cleaning time, the bathroom will be closed and you will need to use a bathroom on another floor or arrange your schedule around the cleaning time.
Starbucks @ Henry Madden Library Mon-Thurs: 7:45 am - 9:00 pm Friday 7:45 am - 5:00 pm Saturday: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Sunday: 2:00 pm - 7:00 pm The Bucket Pub and Grill @ University Center Mon-Thurs: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Friday: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Sat & Sun: Closed
Maintenance Requests
If your room or suite needs any repairs, fill out a Facility Service Request (FSR) at the Atrium Desk. Requests are prioritzed based on health and safety.
University Dining Hall Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 8:00 pm
Saturday - Sunday 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
For more information on all dining services, visit www.fresnostatedining.com *Hours of operation are subject to change.
The Basics
Your Name (First & Last) Hall, Room Number, Bed Fresno, CA 93710 - (your four digit zip code)
Baker/Graves/Homan Residents:
Baker/Graves/Homan