HELLO, MARCH 2025
Stay in the Loop
Welcome to the Newest Edition of The Lumina Loop Newsletter!
You are receiving this communication because you are a resident (or a guarantor) of the Lumina Communities for 2024-2025
With the spring semester in full swing, it is important to stay tuned to Lumina communications for up-to-date information.
These communications are intended to keep you informed about life in our communities and other upcoming opportunities to connect
Within the pages of this newsletter, you will find information that applies more directly to you and which building you will live in.
The spring semester is halfway through and we are delighted to offer different programming opportunities and information that will help you succeed during the coming months!
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As you read through the March edition of our communication, please read carefully, follow all instructions, and let us know if you have any questions or concerns.
Without further ado: enjoy this edition of The Lumina Loop!
Sincerely,
The Lumina Communities Team
In this edition you can expect to learn about:
Resident Appreciation Day Health & Safety Inspections Leasing for 2025-2026 Summer Information Hiring Information
Resident Appreciation Day
PHILLY PRETZEL FACTORY
Join us in enjoying some delicious pretzel treats!
St. Martin Hall Elevators 2pm - 3/12
Brottier Hall Kitchenette 2pm - 3/19
McGinley Hall Lobby 2pm - 3/26
Have a special craving? A suggestion for a future RAD event? Let us know!
Women’s History Month
Women’s History Month is an important time to celebrate the achievements, resilience, and contributions of women throughout history, and it’s especially significant in a college environment where education and diversity are key pillars of the community. As Lumina, we recognize the vital role that women play in shaping our society. This month, we are proud to honor their accomplishments and reflect on the ongoing work needed to ensure equality and opportunity for all.
We encourage our students, faculty, and staff to take this time to recognize and uplift the women around us, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for the entire community.
HEALTH & SAFETY INSPECTIONS
Inspections for the Lumina Communities will take place during the week of March 10th14th. Please be sure to check for the specific time your floor will be inspected. It is important to remember that certain items are prohibited within the residence halls, including candles, drugs, and other restricted items.
In addition to these inspections, the maintenance team will be changing filters. Please be sure your items and furniture are moved away from the HVAC so they can easily access for the filter change. We appreciate your cooperation in maintaining a safe and respectful living environment for all residents.
LEASING 2025 - 2026
Leases for 2025-26 will be coming soon!
Please stay tuned to your DUQ email. Leases are due 2 weeks after they are delivered.
As the resident, you will receive the lease first.
After you read and sign the lease, it will ping to your guarantor’s email for them to read and sign it. It will then ping to our office to sign and execute.
For your reference, Unit Types and Rates for 2025-26 can be found on the
If you have any questions or concerns about your lease please feel free to contact us at liveatluminaduq@cocm.com Room and Board rates page.
The lease end dates are listed below:
St. Martin Hall: May 12, 2025 at noon
Brottier Hall and McGinley Hall: July 22, 2025 at noon
Brottier Hall & McGinley Hall will remain open through Summer 2025.
Please note that residents who are moving units within either Brottier Hall or McGinley Hall must be available during the period of August 1-8, 2025. Residents returning to their same building in either Brottier Hall and McGinley Hall are permitted to stay in the building in between lease dates. Additional information about policies and procedures between lease periods will be sent out soon.
If current residents wish to transfer their lease prior to the summer the deadline to request is April 14, 2025. It is the lease holder’s responsibility to find someone to accept their lease. We can assist but cannot guarantee that we find someone to take over the lease.
Join Our Team!
Summer Student Maintenance Assistant
Organize/complete inventories, review furniture, assisting with and learning about apartment repairs/turnover process, etc.
Does not require work study
Summer Community Desk Assistant
Staffing the Lumina main office, answering phone calls and emails, assisting with various events, creating marketing/promotional content, tours, etc.
Does not require a work study
Summer Desk Assistant
Staffing the front desk, monitoring resident swipes, enforcing guest policy, communicating with RA and maintenance
Student Building Coordinator
Assist with building operations and maintenance tasks, health and safety inspections, and manage certain repair requests
Daylight Savings
Daylight Saving Time for Spring 2025 begins on Sunday, March 9th at 2:00 AM local time. The practice, aimed at optimizing daylight, remains a topic of debate due to concerns over its effects on sleep and health, though it continues to be observed in most regions.
Remember to set your clocks forward one hour!
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