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HOUSING BY THE NUMBERS 80% Students living on campus (average) 2 year On-campus living requirement
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YOUR NEW NEIGHBORHOOD he University of Rochester is a highly residential campus. On-campus living is a major part of the Rochester college experience, and most students call the campus home for their entire four years. The Office for Residential Life and Housing Services houses first-year students in traditional corridorstyle halls with engaging programming, supportive
2 Convenience stores 2 Dining centers
upperclassman mentors, and comfortable spaces. The First-Year Quad, including Gilbert, Tiernan, and Hoeing Halls, sits on the traditional Residential Quad near Wilson Commons and the center of campus.
Symbol Key First-Floor entrance (Strong Memorial Hospital) Shuttle stop Wheelchair accessible entrance Color-coded elevator (Medical Center) Wheelchair accessible tunnel entrance
The First-Year Hill, including Susan B. Anthony and Genesee Halls, is located near Rush Rhees Library and features taller tower-style buildings close to athletics and dining services.
Wheelchair inaccessible tunnel entrance Wheelchair accessible tunnel Wheelchair inaccessible tunnel Under construction Fence Stairs/Wheelchair inaccessible
17 Laundry rooms 300+ Leadership opportunities
3 A ffinity Housing areas
(Quiet, Smoke-Free, Substance-Free)
7 Special Interest Housing areas
On-campus Employment Students who plan to work during their college years have plenty of convenient employment options on campus or nearby.
Academic Success Recent studies demonstrate that students who live in campus housing have higher graduation rates, GPAs and report greater satisfaction with their collegiate experience.
D’Lions Short for Dandelions, these undergraduates are chosen to promote school spirit and a sense of community through campus social events and community service programs. They encourage interaction between students, the University, and Rochester communities. They typically decorate halls, coordinate birthday celebrations, and organize specific hall and campus-wide events.
Health and Safety
THE BENEFITS OF LIVING ON CAMPUS
RAs, student aides, and the Department of Public Safety are on call and complete rounds nightly. There are over 200 blue-light emergency phones all across campus and the Student Association runs a late-night transport service. University Health Service is located near Susan B. Anthony Hall and Strong Memorial Hospital is just around the corner.
Independence Through roommate and community agreements, you not only learn how to live on your own, but as a citizen of a community.
Leadership Join Hall Council, the Residence Hall Association, or become an EcoRep. Gain leadership skills and learn from other leaders like RAs, First-Year Fellows, and D’Lions.
Convenience Living on campus puts you closer to faculty, classes, the library, the fitness center, dining facilities, and more. While first years are not permitted to have cars on campus, Zip Cars and rentable bikes are available to students.
MEET THE RESIDENTIAL STAFF Area Coordinators Known as ACs, these full-time professional University staff members hold master’s degrees and coordinate administrative functions, supervise GHRs and RAs, and meet with students to discuss problems. They live in the housing area they are responsible for.
Graduate Head Residents Known as GHRs, these Rochester graduate students assist undergraduates and RAs with area-wide programming, supervise RAs, advise hall government, and oversee student conduct student conduct and concerns.
Resident Advisors Known as RAs, these upperclassmen live on your floor and are trained in various skills, including community building, peer counseling, advising, programming, resource referrals, trained in the enforcement of University policies, and emergency services.
First-Year Fellows First-Year Fellows are upperclassmen with strong academic credentials and campus involvement. They introduce first years to the rich array of academic, social, and co-curricular opportunities available on campus.
EcoReps EcoReps work to promote environmentally responsible behavior in their first year residence halls. These students hold events to inform their hall mates about sustainable practices and work to create an environmentally literate student population.
Hall Council Hall Council is a student-led organization dedicated to enhancing the community and residents’ living and learning experiences. Hall Council gives its members a platform to build community through intentional programming efforts, develop leadership skills, and network with other student organizations. They act as advocates on behalf of the hall to improve living conditions in their community and recognize hall residents who participate and contribute to the success of the community.
Am I required to live on campus?
FIRST-YEAR HILL | SUSAN B. ANTHONY HALL
Yes. There is a two-year residency requirement for first-year and sophomores at the University.
What if I don’t like my roommate?
Double: 15’2” x 13’10”
Single: 12’1” x 9’7”
Can I live with a friend?
GENESEE HALL
HALL AND ROOM DETAILS What You Need to Know
What’s in my hall and room?
■ Most first years live in double rooms. However, triple rooms and some single rooms are available.
■ T WIN EXTRA-LONG BED AND MATTRESS (bed height is adjustable by facilities only—see area office)
■ Triple rooms are the largest rooms in our halls. As triples can be a more economical option for firstyear students, preference is given to those who request it, however some students may be placed there who did not preference that room type.
■ C LOSET OR WARDROBE: 24”L x 36”W x 75”H (average)
■ PUBLIC PHONES
■ DESK WITH CHAIR
■ WATER FOUNTAINS
■ WHITE BOARD
■ KITCHENS
■T RASH AND RECYCLE BINS
■V ENDING MACHINES
■ Housing applications are due June 1. ■ If you need housing accommodations, contact housing@reslife.rochester.edu.
■ DRESSER ■W INDOW COVERING (blinds or shades)
You can live with a friend if you mutually request each other. If one requests but the other does not, you will not be assigned to live together.
Can I bring my own furniture? Double: 11’6” x 20’
Single: 10’6” x 9’
FIRST-YEAR QUAD | GILBERT, HOEING, AND TIERNAN
Yes, you may bring additional small pieces of furniture to your room (a desk chair, TV stand, shelf, etc.). Remember that it must fit in the room and you may not remove any of the University furniture. Check with your roommate to understand what they will be bringing as well.
What are a few things you suggest not to forget?
■ I NTERNET (wired and wireless) ■B ASIC CABLE (including HBO® & HBO GO®) ■F REE LAUNDRY Double: 15’8” x 14’
Single: 14’ x 8’
Note: There is no standard room size. All sizes are averages. In the triple room configuration the dressers are under the bed.
■ LOUNGES ■ ON-CALL STAFF
Living with someone you don’t know can be difficult. The Residential Life staff works to assist you with roommate agreements. If you are still having difficulties, speak to your RA or AC.
Triple: 16” x 15.8”
Storage space is limited, so it is helpful to have other storage containers (bins, crates, stackable cubes, etc.). Many first years bring dishware (plates, cups, bowls, silverware, etc.) and an additional desk lamp (cannot be halogen or clipon).
Are the floors co-ed? The floors are either co-ed by corridor or by random room, depending on the location in the residence hall. Co-ed by corridor means the entire corridor is one gender. In co-ed by
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS random room, there are both male and female rooms in the same corridor. Options are available for gender non-conforming students. Contact housing@reslife.rochester.edu for more information.
What about bathrooms? Men’s and women’s bathrooms are shared on the hall with other residents. There are multiple showers, toilets, and sinks for everyone to use. All gender bathrooms are available in some halls, including Genesee Hall.
Are there quiet hours? Yes. On weekdays, quiet hours are midnight– 8:00 am. On the weekends, quiet hours are 2:00–10:00 am. Other hours are considered courtesy hours.
What things are prohibited? Appliances such as toasters, toaster ovens, grills, extension cords, pets of any kind (except fish in <5-gallon container), upward-facing lamps (halogen or incandescent), candles, incense, etc. A comprehensive list will be provided when you receive your room assignment.
Is smoking allowed in the residence halls? No. Beginning July 2017, all University of Rochester campuses and facilities are smoke-free. We will continue to ask students in their housing application if they smoke. We will house students who declare that they are smokers with others who smoke because non-smoking students are generally sensitive to smoke smells on clothing.
CONTACT US RESIDENTIAL LIFE AND HOUSING SERVICES 020 Gates Wing, PO Box 270468 Rochester, NY 14627-0468 (585) 275-3166 | Fax: (585) 276-1886 housing@reslife.rochester.edu