Housing Services

Building Access

Keys

You will be issued a key when you check into your residence facility. This key will work in your room door and your mailbox. Residents in some areas may be issued a second key which will open the floor door or the front door. Residents living in Seminary Suites will receive a separate mail box key. Only residents of your hall will have key access to the building. For your safety and security and the security of your neighbors, report a lost or stolen key to your Hall Manager immediately. The charge for a lost key/lock change ranges from $25-$100. Housing & Residence Life encourages you to keep your room locked at all times and to always carry your keys.

Card Access

Four residence halls (Logan, Ross, and North & South Leoser Halls) are equipped with electronic card access. Entering the front building entry door is with use of the Student ID card, which is passed through the card reader at the building entrance. Residence access is limited to the students residing in that residence hall only. A 48-hour access period is provided when a resident moves or relocates from one hall to another. At the end of that period, access to the original hall ends. A house phone is provided at the entrance of most residence halls for use by friends, visitors, family or delivery staff (pizza, flowers, etc.) for them to contact you via your room phone extension and you proceed to the entrance to escort them into the building.

Computing Services

Each room in residential facilities has an Ethernet connection which allows the resident to access the Internet and NSU's Library On-Line Catalog. The connection requires a NSU USER ID, an Ethernet cable and Ethernet card (most new PC's come with a card). The cable and card may be purchased from the NSU Bookstore. Internet start-up and log-in instructions will be available at Orientation. There are Housing & Residence Life computer labs located in Wyly Hall, Leoser Center, and in the Seminary Suites clubhouse available to hall residents and family housing residents only. There are also computer bar at the ChatterBox in Leoser Center. Labs are equipped with IBM PC's equipped with Microsoft Office 2007 and Adobe Reader 2007, HP LaserJet and DeskJet printers. All stations in the computer labs are connected to NSUnet. Residents will need to bring their own multi media storage devices and paper to the computer labs. Supplies may be purchased at the University Bookstore.

Computer Lab Policies

• Users who need to do homework or research papers have priority over users who want to surf the Web, play games or burn a CD.
• There is a one hour time limit to burn a CD.
• Users may occupy only one station at a time.
• The computer labs are reserved for the exclusive use of campus residents.
• Items downloaded to the C: drive are subject to removal.
• Use headsets only-not speakers. Keep headset volume down to a reasonable level.
• Do not remove staplers, hole punchers, pens and other office items from the lab.
• No tobacco products are allowed in the labs.
• Pornography may not be viewed at any station at any time.
• Food is not allowed in the labs. Beverages must have lids or caps and must be left at a designated place in the lab-not at the stations.
• Always sign in and out on the lab roster.
• Do not lean back in chairs or put your feet on the counter.
• Be considerate of other users: no foul language, noise, harassment, etc.
• Please help keep the computer labs clean (pick up after yourself).
• Labs will open and close according to the posted hours (no exceptions).
• Guests are not allowed. Only campus residents may sign themselves in and out.
• Repeated violations of these policies will result in suspension of your privileges.

Fitness Center/Intramural Sports

The Fitness Center is designed to provide NSU students, faculty and staff with opportunities for recreation and fitness. Facilities include a gymnasium, weight room, three handball courts, offices, lockers, showers, dressing and restroom facilities, a games lounge area, Olympic size swimming pool, outdoor sun deck, outdoor basketball and volleyball facility, and beach volleyball facility. The weight room includes Stairmaster, Nautilus and various other exercise equipment. Activities include aerobics and water aerobics. The Fitness Center is also the headquarters for intramurals. Residential students get a free membership to the Fitness Center. Call Ext. 3980 for other information.

Getting Involved

Campus-wide activities are very much a part of your total college experience. Whether it is through attendance or actual involvement in the planning and presenting of these activities, your participation is the key to success for all campus activities.

Identification Cards

The NSU ID card is used for authorization to the Fitness Center, admission to athletic events, student elections and checking out of library materials. The identification card is also used for obtaining meals, getting into your residence hall (North & South Leoser, Ross, Logan), access to the swimming pool and volleyball court at Seminary Suites, and for checking out equipment in the halls. It must be used in the hall to register visitors as well as to print copies of your semester schedule.

You are to carry your ID card at all times. It may not be used by any other person. ID cards being used by someone other than the card owner will be confiscated. If an ID card becomes missing the cardholder is responsible for reporting lost or stolen cards promptly. Maximum liability for unauthorized use of the card is $50, provided the University is notified within twenty-four (24) hours of the disappearance of the card. If notification is not made within twenty-four (24) hours, the cardholder will be responsible for all charges. If a card is found, it should be turned in to the ID Office immediately. The ID Office is located in the basement of the University Center.

Equipment

Equipment is available for personal use and can be checked out at the front desk in each hall. The equipment may vary from hall to hall. DVD players, games, and vacuums are the items most often available. Suggestions for equipment and cleaning needs are welcomed by the Hall Managers. You must leave your ID at the front desk while using the equipment. All equipment must be returned before the desk closes. Vacuum cleaners will not be loaned out after 10:00 p.m. due to quiet hours. Any equipment damaged due to mishandling will be charged to the student. Failure to return equipment will result in failure to comply charges or replacement cost charges. Hall equipment may be checked out by hall residents only and may not be removed from the building.

Laundry

Laundry services are included in the cost of Housing. Please report any maintenance issues to the hall front desk. Use by non-residents is strictly prohibited and is a violation of policy. NSU is not responsible for lost, stolen, damaged, or otherwise unattended items. Laundry left after 15 minutes will be dealt with by staff.

Lock Outs

If you are locked out of your room, contact an RA or Associate Hall Manager on duty. You will need to show identification, and your residency will have to be verified. If you accumulate more than three documented lock-outs per semester, disciplinary action will follow.

Lounges

Each residential facility has a main lounge area which can be used for hall activities or just visiting with friends. Most lounges are equipped with cable television, study areas, and lounge furniture. Check with your hall staff for lounge hours. The lounges are open to residents of that particular hall and their guests. All housing policies are in effect in lounge areas and conference rooms. The hall lounges are reserved for residents. Residents may reserve a hall lounge for meetings, social gatherings, or activities. These events must be approved by the Associate Hall Manager. They are not rented for sales promotions, religious services or events that are contrary to University policy. Housing reserves the right to deny the use of the lounge to individuals who have not followed these guidelines.

Mail Services

Each room has a mailbox which is located in the desk area of each hall. Your room key will open the mail box assigned to your room (mailbox key if Seminary/Wyly resident). Since you share your mailbox with your roommate, please be considerate in handling each other's mail (except for Seminary Suite residents). Mail is posted in the hall every afternoon, Monday through Friday. There is no mail service on Saturday or Sunday. Mail service for the residence halls is provided and delivered by the Drop Zone. A core change for a lost mailbox key will result in a $30 charge. You will be receiving important mail periodically from Housing and other offices on campus. It is your responsibility to check your mailbox on a regular basis.

If you receive a package, a notice will be placed in your hall mail box. To pick up a package, take your notice and student ID to The Drop Zone in the basement of the University Center. You must show your ID to pick up packages, certified mail, etc. The Drop Zone also offers FAX, stamps, envelopes and full UPS service. For questions or concerns about your mail, contact your Associate Hall Manager or The Drop Zone at Ext. 2610.

Maintenance

The University Physical Plant handles all repairs to residential facilities and rooms. If you have a maintenance problem you may, 1) fill out a maintenance request from the Housing website, 2) contact your RA, Associate Hall Manager or Hall Manager, or 3) fill out a maintenance request at the desk area. To avoid clogging drains, never dispose of food in sinks or toilets.

Parking & Traffic

All vehicles parked on campus are required to be registered with the Office of Parking and Traffic. It is important that you purchase your parking decal before the first day of classes. Students living on campus have specially designated parking areas. Look for the orange residence hall parking signs. Parking and Traffic is located in the UC Underground. Contact them at Ext. 2444 if you have any questions.

Pest Control

Residential facilities are sprayed periodically to control pests. Residents will be notified in advance of the spraying. You are to prepare your room by storing food in air-tight containers or in refrigerators, picking up everything off the floor, and moving items away from walls. If you are allergic to insecticides and do not wish to have your room sprayed, you must have a doctor's statement on file with your Associate Hall Manager and Housing staff will post a note not to spray on your door. We ask for complete cooperation with this service so that the halls will be clean, healthy and pleasant places to live. Failure to prepare your room for pest control or failure to allow entry without a doctor's statement on file will result in disciplinary action.

Pregnancy

Students who are pregnant at the beginning of either semester or summer sessions must contact the Director of Housing for information on appropriate accommodations.

Residence Halls Association

Residence Halls Association (RHA) is comprised of residents from all residential facilities. RHA works closely with Housing & Residence Life to plan events, parties, and programs for the entire on-campus community. RHA also works on services and projects that are related to residential living. RHA is the on-campus student government which makes recommendations to Housing and Food Service.
RHA is supervised by an Executive Board. The Executive Board is elected for a one year term. The Executive Board is comprised of Advisor, President, Vice President/National Communications Coordinator, Secretary, Treasurer, Student Senate Representative, and Public Relations Officer. RHA attends national, regional, and state conferences. RHA can be one of the best ways to get involved on campus and all residence life students are encouraged to become involved. Stop by the RHA office in Leoser Center or call Ext. 4707 for further information.

Seminary Suite Facilities

Barbeque Grills

A gas grill is available for use by Seminary Suites residents only. Contact the Associate Hall Manager for Seminary Suites for reserving the grill. Covered patio recreation areas equipped with charcoal grills are available for use by Seminary Suites residents only.

Clubhouse & Courtyard

Seminary Suites clubhouse includes a laundry facility, public restrooms, a computer lab, commons area equipped with indoor/outdoor fireplace and multi-media center, and a food service convenience store and grill. There is an outdoor covered patio, sand volleyball court, and a swimming pool. These are reserved for Seminary Suites residents only.

Student Health Center

The Student Health Center is located east of Wyly Hall. All medical records and treatments are confidential. You are not charged for the physician's services. All currently enrolled students are eligible to use the Health Center. The school nurse is available to provide minor medical care for most common illnesses. Severe illnesses and injuries are transferred to a physician's office or the emergency room at Tahlequah City Hospital. There are no pharmacy or x-ray services, but limited lab tests are available. The Health Center is open Monday through Friday from 8a.m. until 5 p.m. If medical attention is required when the center is closed, contact a Hall Manager or Resident Assistant. To contact the Health Center, call Ext. 2126.

Telephone

Telephone service is no longer available to every room. Seminary Suites is equipped with the Voice-over IP phone system, which includes a hardline IP-compatible phone.

NSU long-distance service offers discounted rates for long-distance calls. During business hours, calls are discounted by 8%. After 5:00 p.m., rates are 28% lower, and after 11:00 p.m. rates drop 47%. Questions regarding telephone service should be addressed to Telecommunications at Ext. 5678. NSU's telephone service offers free voice mail access for all residents. Voice mail service is automatically activated in each room with phone capabilities at the beginning of the semester. Voice mail can be accessed by dialing 88#, then follow the instructions of the operator. Passwords will be the room's extension number unless changed within voice mail set up. Questions regarding voice mail should be addressed to Telecommunications at Ext. 5678. Offensive answering messages are reported to Telecommunications and can result in loss of voice mail privileges.

Vending & Copy Machines

Soda and snack machines are available in all residential facilities and most other locations on campus. Copy machines are available in the library, the bookstore, and the University Center basement. If you experience a problem with one of the vending units, you may receive a refund at the Business Affairs Office in the Administration building. You may call Ext. 2878 to report a problem. NSU offers a variety of residence life arrangements and special interest areas. Common features include laundries, study lounges and TV lounges. All rooms are furnished with beds, chests of drawers, study desks, chairs, and closets. Each room has connection to the internet and television service featuring extended basic cable with premium channels and HD channels coming soon.