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Page 1: 2011-2012 ST. THOMAS UNIVERSITY HOUSING VIEWBOOK

E X P E R I E N C E L I F E A T

ST. THOMASON-CAMPUS H O U S I N G

NEW HOUSING SCHOLARSHIPS

Grade Point Average 3.50 - 4.0GPA 3.0 - 3.49GPA 2.75 - 2.99GPA Award Amount $3,000 $2,000 $1,000

**Housing scholarships effective Fall 2010**

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The campus is nestled in 1,100 acres of woods which showcases its natural beauty and peaceful environment, yet the beach and downtown are just minutes away by car. The campus offers numerous fitness and wellness programs and many opportunities for formal and informal recreation through intramural sports, nature trails, and swimming and is well situated for day trips to many Florida parks and attractions.

BENEFITS OFON-CAMPUS LIvING

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The campus is nestled in 1,100 acres of woods which showcases its natural beauty and peaceful environment, yet the beach and downtown are just minutes away by car. The campus offers numerous fitness and wellness programs and many opportunities for formal and informal recreation through intramural sports, nature trails, and swimming and is well situated for day trips to many Florida parks and attractions.

SAFETYSTU is among the safest •

campuses in the state of Florida

Nightly patrols by Resident •Assistants and Public Safety officers

RA on duty every night•

EASY ANDAFFORDABLEYou pay one bill paid twice a year including all utilities, housekeeping/maintenance services, internet, local telephone, cable, and furnished room. Living off campus has hidden costs: Did you know that 71% of off campus rentals are not furnished? By living on campus, you’ll avoid extra utility bills, rent, security deposits and expensive trips to the grocery store.

CONVENIENCEAll STU student residences are a short distance to campus spots, The Marketplace Cafe, Library, computer center, Mac Lab, Rathskellar, campus convenience store, the Chapel of St. Anthony, bookstore and classes. Residents enjoy the convenience of walking to classes and campus events.

AMENITIESEach of the Housing complexes offers their own laundry facility. Study lounges are available To residents of Villanova Hall. We also have recreational lounges with a pool table, AIR hockey table, Wii and Xbox games and SEVERAL flat screen TVS, along with ping pong and other games in the Rathskellar. STU has a large recreation field for residents and wellness center with a fitness room, locker rooms, and free gym time on our basketball/volleyball courts.

FRIENDSHIPSEndless opportunities to meet new people and develop lasting friendships.

ACADEMICSUCCESS

Instructors are close by for consultation, questions and mentorship.- Academic Enhancement Center, Career Services, and other services are easily accessible- Study groups can meet easily

INVOLVEMENTIN ACTIVITIES- Easier to attend club meetings, team practices, sporting events, and study groups- Resident Assistants host programs throughout the year- Off-Campus TRIPS including transportation

BENEFITS OFON-CAMPUS LIvING

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This is the University’s newest residence hall. This building has all the amenities that would make one feel like a pampered resident. This hotel styled building has four floors with access to each via an elevator or the use of internal and external staircases. The first two floors are triples and accommodate students who share suites assigned for six residents. Each of these suites has a full bath and a half bath, in addition to a kitchenette and living room area. The third and fourth floors are single and double occupancy rooms with private bathrooms. To enhance the academic and social productivity of residents, Villanova Hall has two fully furnished lounges on the first and fourth floors. Laundry room facilities are located on each floor alongside garbage disposals for the convenience of residents. A special service that residents of this hall receive is room cleaning, which is done on a regular basis. All these perks help to make resident students feel at home.

BUILdING ANd ROOM FEATURESIn-room bath• Moveable hardwood furniture• Vanity-sink• Kitchenette area with a microwave and efficiency size refrigerator •

(triples only)Living room • Laundry room on each floor• Lounge on 1st and 4th floor • Flat screen TVs in lounges• Free high-speed internet• Wireless connectivity• Rent includes utilities and cable• Weekly housekeeping•

vILLANOvA HALL

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This is the University’s newest residence hall. This building has all the amenities that would make one feel like a pampered resident. This hotel styled building has four floors with access to each via an elevator or the use of internal and external staircases. The first two floors are triples and accommodate students who share suites assigned for six residents. Each of these suites has a full bath and a half bath, in addition to a kitchenette and living room area. The third and fourth floors are single and double occupancy rooms with private bathrooms. To enhance the academic and social productivity of residents, Villanova Hall has two fully furnished lounges on the first and fourth floors. Laundry room facilities are located on each floor alongside garbage disposals for the convenience of residents. A special service that residents of this hall receive is room cleaning, which is done on a regular basis. All these perks help to make resident students feel at home.

BUILdING ANd ROOM FEATURESIn-room bath• Moveable hardwood furniture• Vanity-sink• Kitchenette area with a microwave and efficiency size refrigerator •

(triples only)Living room • Laundry room on each floor• Lounge on 1st and 4th floor • Flat screen TVs in lounges• Free high-speed internet• Wireless connectivity• Rent includes utilities and cable• Weekly housekeeping•

vILLANOvA HALL

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Donnellon Hall for both male and female residents offer traditional residence hall accommodations that promote community living in a variety of ways. The charm and characteristic of the Halls embodies a two storey structure which holds part of the old legacy of the school. Donnellon Hall has fully tiled and air-conditioned hallways. There are also two spacious communal bathrooms. These bathrooms are maintained and cleaned on a daily basis by the hall’s custodian. The rooms may either be single or double occupancy. Within the rooms, one will find the standard twin size bed; study desk and chair; closet; internet and phone ports; an A/C unit; and windows that give access to the Florida sunshine.

BUILDINg AND ROOM FEATURESFully furnished with extra-long •twin beds, desks and chairs, dressers, closetsCable television access •Local telephone service •High speed wireless Internet•Smoke detectors•Dead bolt locks •TV and game lounge•Buildings locked 24 hours a day •Card-operated laundry facilities •located on the second floor

dONNELLON HALL

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Donnellon Hall for both male and female residents offer traditional residence hall accommodations that promote community living in a variety of ways. The charm and characteristic of the Halls embodies a two storey structure which holds part of the old legacy of the school. Donnellon Hall has fully tiled and air-conditioned hallways. There are also two spacious communal bathrooms. These bathrooms are maintained and cleaned on a daily basis by the hall’s custodian. The rooms may either be single or double occupancy. Within the rooms, one will find the standard twin size bed; study desk and chair; closet; internet and phone ports; an A/C unit; and windows that give access to the Florida sunshine.

dONNELLON HALL

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This hall is traditionally a graduate hall of residence, with a number of law students and undergraduates also calling this hall home. This location offers a great view of the campus lake and gives easy access to the Fitness Center, Mailroom, Athletic fields Rathskellar and Student Affairs Offices. The University Inn is the perfect place for looking for a feeling of privacy. Each room is built for single, double or triple occupancy and features a private bathroom and dressing area with additional sink. The rooms are large and have sufficient closet space and storage area. Residents of this motel styled hall are offered room cleaning services which makes it even more attractive to the average burdened graduate student. The secluded nature of the University Inn is certainly a welcome from the potentially bustling college activities.

BUILDINg AND ROOM FEATURESFully furnished with extra-long •twin beds, desks and chairs, dressers, closetsIn-room bath•Cable television access •Local telephone service •High speed wireless internet •Smoke detectors•Large room•Weekly housekeeping•24 hour laundry facilities•Free resident parking•Lake view•

UNIvERSITY INN

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This hall is traditionally a graduate hall of residence, with a number of law students and undergraduates also calling this hall home. This location offers a great view of the campus lake and gives easy access to the Fitness Center, Mailroom, Athletic fields Rathskellar and Student Affairs Offices. The University Inn is the perfect place for looking for a feeling of privacy. Each room is built for single, double or triple occupancy and features a private bathroom and dressing area with additional sink. The rooms are large and have sufficient closet space and storage area. Residents of this motel styled hall are offered room cleaning services which makes it even more attractive to the average burdened graduate student. The secluded nature of the University Inn is certainly a welcome from the potentially bustling college activities.

UNIvERSITY INN

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YearlY rate Schedule & Floor PlanFall and SPring 2011-2012

All costs are billed to your university account. Housing fees may be paid through financial aid. All utilities are included in the rates. These rates include a full meal plan, 19 meals per week and $200 worth cash power per semester, for use in the STU Marketplace or Rathskellar (dining areas). Meal plan option only available to graduate students. For current housing costs visit www.stu.edu/residencelife. Undergraduates are awarded a housing scholarship ofupto$3000peracademicyearbasedonacademicperformance.VillanovaHallandUniversityInntriplesarereservedforUndergraduatefirstyearstudents.*

Single/doubleOccupancy

TripleOccupancy

VillanoVa hall Yearly Triple $ 8,400* double $10,290 Single $16,380

uniVerSitY inn Yearly Triple $ 7,876* double $ 9,660 Single $15,750

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YearlY rate Schedule & Floor PlanFall and SPring 2011-2012

All costs are billed to your university account. Housing fees may be paid through financial aid. All utilities are included in the rates. These rates include a full meal plan, 19 meals per week and $200 worth cash power per semester, for use in the STU Marketplace or Rathskellar (dining areas). Meal plan option only available to graduate students. For current housing costs visit www.stu.edu/residencelife. Undergraduates are awarded a housing scholarship ofupto$3000peracademicyearbasedonacademicperformance.VillanovaHallandUniversityInntriplesarereservedforUndergraduatefirstyearstudents.*

uniVerSitY inn Yearly Triple $ 7,876* double $ 9,660 Single $15,750

donnellon hall Yearly double $ 7,140 Single $11,130

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E X P E R I E N C E L I F E A T

ST. THOMASON-CAMPUS H O U S I N G

THE RECREATIONAL CENTERThe Fernandez Family Center for Leadership & Wellness has been

described as the student hub of St. Thomas University. This brand new facility opened in the Fall of 2009 and has all the features of a modern fitness center. The multi-purpose building accommodates a gym that contains state of the art equipment for the athletically inclined or for those who want to get back in shape. The Center’s court serves as the home ground for basketball and volleyball games in a fully air-conditioned environment. Other amazing features of the center include a multi-purpose room for dancing and activities other purposes; an Audiovisual Room; food stands and second floor classroom and meeting facilities; among others. The Fernandez Family Center is a stone’s throw away from the residence halls and thus serves as enticement for an active lifestyle for campus residents.

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E X P E R I E N C E L I F E A T

ST. THOMASON-CAMPUS H O U S I N G

THE RECREATIONAL CENTER

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Situated on the first floor of Donnellon Hall, the Donnellon Lounge is the ultimate destination for residents to hang out after a long day. Open from 6 pm - 12 midnight on the weekdays, residents enjoy the Lounge, which serves as a meeting place for exchanging ideas, asking questions, and creating community.

The lounge offers a pool table, an air hockey table, two flat screen TVs with surround sound, a sound system, and lots of comfy seating. Lounge games include Rock-band; Karaoke; Wii and many other video and board games. It’s also a popular area for casual debates among residents and for watching movies. The lounge is opened to all residents.

The donnellon Lounge

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Situated on the first floor of Donnellon Hall, the Donnellon Lounge is the ultimate destination for residents to hang out after a long day. Open from 6 pm - 12 midnight on the weekdays, residents enjoy the Lounge, which serves as a meeting place for exchanging ideas, asking questions, and creating community.

The lounge offers a pool table, an air hockey table, two flat screen TVs with surround sound, a sound system, and lots of comfy seating. Lounge games include Rock-band; Karaoke; Wii and many other video and board games. It’s also a popular area for casual debates among residents and for watching movies. The lounge is opened to all residents.

The donnellon Lounge

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Certainly residents need fuel to keep up with all academic, athletic and extra-curricular activities while living in the St. Thomas University Residence Halls. This is where Bobcat Dining Services come into play. One can find the Marketplace Cafe next to the bookstore in Carol Hall. The Cafeteria has an array of dishes to melt the appetite of residents.

Residents have options of meal plans with the typical being three meals during weekdays and two on weekends – a total of 19 dishes. (Reduced meal plans are available to Law and Graduate students only.)

The Bobocat Bookstore contains the books you need for class, university apparel and other needed supplies.

The Market Cafe & Bobcat Bookstore

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Certainly residents need fuel to keep up with all academic, athletic and extra-curricular activities while living in the St. Thomas University Residence Halls. This is where Bobcat Dining Services come into play. One can find the Marketplace Cafe next to the bookstore in Carol Hall. The Cafeteria has an array of dishes to melt the appetite of residents.

Residents have options of meal plans with the typical being three meals during weekdays and two on weekends – a total of 19 dishes. (Reduced meal plans are available to Law and Graduate students only.)

The Bobocat Bookstore contains the books you need for class, university apparel and other needed supplies.

The Market Cafe & Bobcat Bookstore

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Whether you’re looking for a place to grab a quick bite to eat, catch a game on T.V., or spend time with friends, The Rathskellar located in the Student Center is a dining option providing just right setting. This location offers gaming equipment a variety of choices, hours of operation, and boast menus that are sure to satisfy you. Additionally, residents are given valuable “Rathbucks” each semester that they can use to pay for quick meals. All this is already calculated in the housing fees.

The Rathskellar

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Whether you’re looking for a place to grab a quick bite to eat, catch a game on T.V., or spend time with friends, The Rathskellar located in the Student Center is a dining option providing just right setting. This location offers gaming equipment a variety of choices, hours of operation, and boast menus that are sure to satisfy you. Additionally, residents are given valuable “Rathbucks” each semester that they can use to pay for quick meals. All this is already calculated in the housing fees.

The Rathskellar

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RESIdENCE LIFE PROGRAMS tttt

Residential Life offers a variety of programs, services, and resources for all residents. Our mission is simple: to develop, promote, and support social, cultural, and educational co-curricular activities outside the classroom. Below is a list of past activities that students have enjoyed:

•BattleoftheHalls•Environmentaltrips•Bowlingtrips•Dodgeball&basketballtournaments•Lock-ins

•Videogametournaments•Poolsidebarbecues•Finalsweekmidnightbreakfast•SuperBowltailgateparties•Bonfirenights•Parties

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RESIdENCE LIFE PROGRAMS

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The university’s main library is situated in a convenient location for central access by its users. This facility is equipped with thousands of volumes of resource information – be they online, audio or hard copies. The research assistants and librarians are capable of responding to the many requests that you may have and they compliment the flexible opening hours of the library. Within the building, there are three spacious computer labs that give their users adequate access to the internet for assignments or otherwise. With a calming pond at the front of the library, one can also enjoy studying at the entrance of the facility or merely have group project discussions over coffee which is also provided at the circulation desk.

The Library

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The Library

The Chapel of Saint Anthony is the heart of our university. Supervised by the Office of Campus Ministry, the chapel meets the spiritual needs of our students in many ways. One can look forward to daily and Sunday mass, concerts, seminars, guest speakers, and RCIA. It is the site for many special celebrations and liturgies to mark church feasts and events of importance to the university and of our society. The Chapel is open throughout the day and provides our university community with a quiet place for private prayer and reflection.

Chapel of St. Anthony

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Do I have to be aDmItteD to St. thomaS UnIverSIty fIrSt before I apply for on-campUS hoUSIng? YES, before your application can be accepted for on-campus housing; you must first be admitted to the University as a student. When anD hoW WIll I fInD oUt Where I am goIng to lIve?your housing assignment will arrive in the mail during the summer. all other assignments will be made on a continuous basis; there is generally a four to six week turn-over-time.

may I See my room before I move In?Since the residence halls at St. thomas University are in use year round, it is not possible to see your room. However, the Office of Admissions has guided tours throughout the year, and would be able to show you a residence hall and sample room.

Who IS reqUIreD to pay a hoUSIng DepoSIt? each student who lives in on-campus housing is required to pay a non-refundable housing deposit of $250.00. If no space is available for the academic year you applied, your deposit will be refunded in full.

can I cancel my hoUSIng contract? once signed and returned, the housing contract represents a legal, binding document for the duration of the academic year. Unless you are graduating student, are enrolled in an approved, University-sponsored study abroad, or other qualifying activities (as per contract terms), you are subject to a contract cancellation fee.

What SIze are the beDS?the majority of the beds in the residence halls are extra-long twin beds.

are there laUnDry facIlItIeS In the hallS?laundry facilities are available in each residence hall. Student laundry cards are available in the campus Life office located in the Student Center. Students must bring their own laundry detergent and other supplies.

What are the hoUSIng rateS? The housing rates change yearly. For the most updated rate contact the Residential Life office, located in Donnellon hall 102, or by calling 305-628-6554 , or visit www.stu.edu/residencelife.

may I be aSSIgneD a SIngle room? Single rooms may be requested, but are limited. most new students are assigned a roommate at the beginning of the year. Upper-class students, graduate students and law students are assigned single rooms before freshman and sophomores on a first-come first-serve basis.

Do I neeD to be on the meal plan? yes. all residents are required to be on the meal plan which is included in the housing cost.

Frequently Asked Questions

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WHAT ACTIVITIeS ARe THeRe On AnD OFF CAMpUS? TheCampusLifeoffice,withSGAandtheStudentOrganizations,planahostoffunandinteractivefreeevents regularly. Check the bulletin boards and your STU email account for advertisements.

ISTHereAdeAdLInefOrSIGnInGUpfOrHOUSInG?Housing deposits are due when the housing application/agreement is submitted. The earlier you return your Housing Contract and $250 Housing deposit, the more likely you will receive one of your preferred assignment locations. Any applications not accompanied by a deposit will not be processed.

WHOCAnITALkTOIfI’mHAVInGAprObLemWITHmyrOOmmATe?If you are having a problem with your roommate or with another member of your suite or apartment, you should talk to yourresidentAdvisor (rA).yourrA liveson your floor andhasbeen carefullyselected and trained to assist you throughout the academic year. Very often the RAs will talk with their supervisors and help resolve your problem, usually with a meeting of all parties involved. It is important that you maintain an open line of communication with your roommates so that you can talk about problems you may be having. We expect our residents to treat each other as adults and discuss their differencesopenly.Thatisthefirststepinresolvingdifferences.Ifyoucontinuetohaveproblems,andhaveworkedinitiallywithyourrA,youmaynextcontacttheresidentialLifeOffice.Thefull-time,professional staff members and graduate assistants can assist you in taking additional steps.

WHATIfIWAnTTOCHAnGemyHOUSInGASSIGnmenT?A roomtransfer freezeperiod is ineffect fromthe timeyour initialassignment ismadeuntil threeweeksintothefallorspringsemester.Thefallfreezeallowsustolocateallavailablespaces.youmaycompletearoomTransferrequestformfoundattheresidentialLifeOffice.

mAyISTAyInmyrOOmdUrInGUnIVerSITyHOLIdAySAndbreAkperIOdS?youcannotstayinyourroomduringWinterbreak(betweenfallandSpringsemester)astheUniversityisclosed.youmaystayinyourhousingassignmentduringallotherholidayperiodsincludingbutnotlimited to Thanksgiving, Spring and easter break. Students who plan to leave campus during breaks and University holidays do nOT need to remove their belongings. We do ask, however, that they empty their refrigerators (to avoid spoilage) and power off electrical items such as televisions, computers, etc., during longer times away from campus.

ARe peTS peRMITTeD In THe ReSIDenCe HALLS? The presence of animals within University housing poses serious health, safety, and maintenance risks. In addition to direct damage incurred by animals, many students have allergic reactions as well. Further, damageand/orproblemsmaybecomeresidual,posingdifficultiesforsubsequentresidents.Therefore,animalsofanykindexceptforharmlessfishinanaquarium,nottoexceeda10galloncapacityperroom are prohibited on and within any room or property.

mAyIHAVeAppLIAnCeSInmyrOOm?Students may have small appliances, such as microwaves and refrigerators. Refrigerators should be 3.6 cubic feet or smaller and should have a maximum of 400 watts at 120 volts. Microwave ovens should be 1.5 cubic feet capacity or smaller and should have a maximum of 1100 watts at 120 volts. However, studentsmaynotcookintheirroomsusingequipmentwhicheitherproducesanopenflame(campstoves, Bunsen burners, potpourri burners) or contains an open coil (stove burners.)

ARe THe ROOMS CARpeTeD?There is no carpeting in student rooms in Donnellon and the University Inn. There is carpeting in VillanovaHall.youmayfeelfreetobringyourownthrowrugforadditionalcomfort.

ARe TeLepHOneS pROVIDeD? Telephone service is provided to each student room. This service provides unlimited local access calling. youmustprovideyourownphone.Standardservices includethe internalvoicemailsystemof theUniversity,whichallowsstudentstoestablishtheirownvoicegreeting,passcode,andmessage.youcan activate your voicemail service by emailing [email protected].

IS THeRe InTeRneT ACCeSS?yes,theUniversityprovidesfree,high-speedInternetaccessintheresidencehalls.

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CAnIHOOkmyTeLeVISIOnUpTOACAbLe-TVCOnneCTIOn?yes. Currently STU has a contract with Comcast Cable Television for general programming, at noadditional cost to you. no “premium” channels or satellite dishes are available.

WHereSHOULdmypArenTSAndfrIendSSendLeTTerSAndpACkAGeS?All on-campus students must a mailbox in the Mail and Copy Center, located in Lewis Hall to receive mail. U.S. mail, UpS packages, and the like, will not be delivered directly to your room. Students may utilizethemailroomtosendletters,packages,etc.

IfILIVeOnCAmpUS,WHATAddreSSSHOULdIGIVeTOmyfAmILyAndfrIendS?yournameSt. Thomas UniversityBuilding and room number16401 nW 37th AvemiamiGardens,fL33054

WHATdOyOUSUGGeSTIbrInGWITHmeTOCAmpUS?We suggest strongly that you bring your computer, bedding and clothes. However, for larger things like televisions, stereos, personal phones, we suggest you wait and get to know your roommate. It could be that you make a list of things each of you will return with from Thanksgiving Break or have parents shiplargeritemstoyoulater.youcanpurchasemicrowavesandrefrigeratorsinmultiplelocationsinMiami. If you are going to shop, wait until you check in and meet your roommate!

HOWdOIAppLyTOLIVeOn-CAmpUS?Complete the Application on line at www.stu.edu/residencelife and submit it along with a $250 deposit. InformationabouttheHousingContractcanbefoundintheresidentialOffice.

WHAT IS InCLUDeD In THe RenT?All utilities are included. Also included are broadband digital cable TV and high-speed ethernet access.

WILLIGeTTOCHOOSeWHereILIVe?every effort is made to accommodate building preferences. However, preferences are not guaranteed. The earlier you apply, the greater your chance is to get your preference.

WHAT IF I HAVe A ROOMMATe pReFeRenCe?If you have a person(s) you want to live with, you must request them on your Housing Contract and they must request you. There is no guarantee, but we make every effort to grant requests.

HOWdOIpAymyrenT?Cash, checks, or credit cards may be used. Many students are eligible for Financial Aid or have grants and scholarships that may be applied to your housing cost.

FAQ

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CAnIHOOkmyTeLeVISIOnUpTOACAbLe-TVCOnneCTIOn?yes. Currently STU has a contract with Comcast Cable Television for general programming, at noadditional cost to you. no “premium” channels or satellite dishes are available.

WHereSHOULdmypArenTSAndfrIendSSendLeTTerSAndpACkAGeS?All on-campus students must a mailbox in the Mail and Copy Center, located in Lewis Hall to receive mail. U.S. mail, UpS packages, and the like, will not be delivered directly to your room. Students may utilizethemailroomtosendletters,packages,etc.

IfILIVeOnCAmpUS,WHATAddreSSSHOULdIGIVeTOmyfAmILyAndfrIendS?yournameSt. Thomas UniversityBuilding and room number16401 nW 37th AvemiamiGardens,fL33054

WHATdOyOUSUGGeSTIbrInGWITHmeTOCAmpUS?We suggest strongly that you bring your computer, bedding and clothes. However, for larger things like televisions, stereos, personal phones, we suggest you wait and get to know your roommate. It could be that you make a list of things each of you will return with from Thanksgiving Break or have parents shiplargeritemstoyoulater.youcanpurchasemicrowavesandrefrigeratorsinmultiplelocationsinMiami. If you are going to shop, wait until you check in and meet your roommate!

HOWdOIAppLyTOLIVeOn-CAmpUS?Complete the Application on line at www.stu.edu/residencelife and submit it along with a $250 deposit. InformationabouttheHousingContractcanbefoundintheresidentialOffice.

WHAT IS InCLUDeD In THe RenT?All utilities are included. Also included are broadband digital cable TV and high-speed ethernet access.

WILLIGeTTOCHOOSeWHereILIVe?every effort is made to accommodate building preferences. However, preferences are not guaranteed. The earlier you apply, the greater your chance is to get your preference.

WHAT IF I HAVe A ROOMMATe pReFeRenCe?If you have a person(s) you want to live with, you must request them on your Housing Contract and they must request you. There is no guarantee, but we make every effort to grant requests.

HOWdOIpAymyrenT?Cash, checks, or credit cards may be used. Many students are eligible for Financial Aid or have grants and scholarships that may be applied to your housing cost.

FAQ

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Residential Life and HousingSt. Thomas University

16401 NW 37th. AvenueMiami Gardens, FL 33054

Telephone: 305-628-6554 305-628-6714Fax: 305-628-6555Email: [email protected]