2015–2016Helpful family information and

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contents

| Housing GuideMust-have knowledge to navigate your way

20 | Welcome from Campus Housing

21 | First Year Live-On Requirement

22 | Housing Check-In Dates and Times

23 | Important Dates to Remember 2015–2016

24 | It’s Your Community…LIVE IT UP!

26 | Get Connected!

26 | Student Engagement Opportunities

27 | Your Roommates

28 | What To Bring

30 | Here’s What You Need to Know

31 | Dining Information

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| Parent and Family GuideComprehensive advice and information for student success

4 | Welcome from the VP of Student Affairs

5 | Parents Association

6 | Cardinal Traditions

7 | Facts About the University

8 | Student Life/Student Services

12 | Safety

13 | Campus Health

14 | Keeping Up with Technology & Social Media

15 | Financial Aid

16 | Campus Map

18 | Academic Calendar

19 | Campus Contacts

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Dear UofL Parents and Family Members:

Welcome to the University of Louisville community! It is an exciting time to be part of the Cardinal family. We have seen tremendous growth in the quality of our incoming freshman class and the level of student involvement in our community.

We hope you find this Parent Guide helpful and that you will utilize it and other resources available for parents and family members. We are excited about the special events and information included in this guide.

louisville.edu/studentaffairs/families

The UofL Parents Association offers programs and services, regular communication, and outreach to parents and families to assist students in continuing their academic success throughout their college experience.

General complimentary membership includes:

• Monthly E-newsletters

• Copy of the UofL Parent Guide

• Parent Association website with resource guides and links

How can you stay connected? We communicate with parents and families through the Parent Newsletter and through our Facebook page. To join the Parents Association go to louisville.edu/studentaffairs/form/parentsnewsletterrequest

Daily information is updated on the UofL Parents Association Facebook page and monthly emails are sent out to parents and families who have signed up.

Once you sign up, you will receive information that will help you stay informed.

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As a father of three, I am deeply appreciative of how families always want what is best for the children and, at UofL, we strive to provide a welcoming community that allows for a diversity of engagement opportunities focused on academic and student success. Academic excellence and superb co-curricular opportunities go hand-in-hand, so as you and your student embark upon this new journey together, help them find their passion, encourage them to explore all of the opportunities available to them here, and allow them to discover how they can positively impact their community and the world in which we live.

WelComefrom the Vp of student affairs

We are delighted that your family has decided to become members of the University of Louisville community.

Sincerely,

Michael Mardis, Ph.D.Dean of Students

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Established in 1798, the University of Louisville is Kentucky’s premier, nationally recognized metropolitan research university.

Total Enrollment for the Fall 2014 semester was 22,599 students, which includes 16,162 undergraduates, 5,670 graduate students, and 1,464 professional students studying medicine, law, and dentistry. UofL has a 16:1 student/instructor ratio.

The University of Louisville has all 50 states, 117 of the 120 Kentucky counties, and 96 countries represented in its student population.

The University of Louisville offers over 200 areas of study and 55% of the Fall 2014 incoming freshmen had already earned college credit before starting at UofL.

facts about the university

The Thinker

The Thinker statue sits in front of Grawemeyer Hall and is the first large-scale bronze cast of The Thinker and claims priority as the most original. French sculptor Auguste Rodin personally supervised the casting in Paris. It came out of the mold Dec. 25, 1903, and was completed in early 1904. The city decided to put The Thinker at UofL and it has sat in front of Grawemeyer Hall since 1949. To learn more on the UofL icon visit louisville.edu/about/thinker

The CARDS Cheer

The CARDS Cheer is one of the first things new students and their families learn when they come on campus. A trademark at athletic games and campus events, the cheer also is the universal (and loudest) way to show your UofL pride.

Cardinal traditionsGive Me An “L”

To show our school pride and connect with the Cardinal family worldwide, we’ve got one move: Flashing an “L.” You’ll do this when you pose for photos, when a UofL team is successful, or really any time the moment grabs you. Using your right hand, stick out your thumb to the side while raising your index and middle fingers and bending the ring and pinky. That’s it, now you’re part of the tradition. Try it!

It’s A Barnburner

By the time your student graduates, some of their fondest UofL memories will have been made at the famous George J. Howe Red Barn. The Red Barn hosts a variety of events from orientation to graduation fairs and everything in between. Founded by two UofL students in 1969, the building has been a gracious host for everything from guest speakers to punk concerts.

White Squirrels

A few albino (white) squirrels roam campus. When you spot one, it’s a sign of a good day. Or, well, at least you’ll feel like you’ve accomplished something special for the day.

Clues That You’re A Cardinal

• You never step on the Cardinal Bird…you try not to drive on it either!

• Any slow clap means one thing; it’s time for a CARDS cheer!

• You used to like the color Blue, but now you’re disgusted by it!

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Academic Advisinglouisville.edu/advising

Academic advisors can help your student investigate degree programs and careers, and be of assistance if your student experiences academic difficulty. The university has created an exciting initiative, Flight Plan, which allows your student to stay on course to graduate in four years or in the timeframe of their choice louisville.edu/flightplan.

Career Development Centerlouisville.edu/career

The Career Development Center offers comprehensive services and programs to help students clarify their academic and career goals, gain practical experience through practice interviews, internships and cooperative education experiences, and identify employment opportunities and options. The Career Development Center also hosts fairs throughout the school year and provides every student with a Career connection.

Counseling Centerlouisville.edu/counseling

Juggling academics and a personal life can be hectic. If you find your student is frustrated or confused and unsure of where to turn, the on-campus Counseling Center can help. UofL has professionally licensed psychologists and counselors to assist your student.

Cultural Centerlouisville.edu/culturalcenter

The Cultural Center is a hub for students of all backgrounds looking for a place to connect. The center itself offers programming for events like roundtable talks and lectures, and advises student groups. No matter your student’s background, the staff at the center can point your student to various student groups that may interest them.

DRClouisville.edu/disability

UofL is committed to equal opportunity for all academically qualified students, and does not discriminate based on disability. The Disability Resource Center (DRC) coordinates services to ensure that anyone with disabilities has equal access to take full advantage of UofL’s educational, social and cultural opportunities.

Exploring the Worldlouisville.edu/studyabroad

Your student can easily enhance the value of their degree while studying abroad by taking courses in various academic disciplines or picking up a minor in a language. The University of Louisville Study Abroad website allows your student to find the program perfect for them by giving them the choice of searching for programs based on destination or by choosing the semester they would like to travel abroad.

First Year Initiativeslouisville.edu/firstyear

The office of First Year Initiatives (FYI) is comprised of a network of great people who are committed to making sure your student has a successful and fun first year at the University of Louisville from the moment Summer Orientation is over until Finals Week in the spring semester!

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A few of the programs you’ll want to get your student involved in that this office provides are:

• Welcome Week is an essential experience for every new student and helps students make the transition to being a UofL student! Welcome Week 2015 is Aug. 19–23. There are more than 50 activities for students as well as multiple activities for parents and families happening during Welcome Week that you and your student won’t want to miss. Check louisville.edu/firstyear/events/welcome-week for the full schedule.

• Book-in-Common is also a great way for incoming students to get involved before the semester starts. Every year UofL selects a book for the incoming class that relates to the experiences they’ll have making the transition to college.

Greek Lifelouisville.edu/studentactivities/greek-life

Joining a fraternity or sorority is one of the best ways for your student to get involved, to network and especially make new friends on campus. UofL offers a diverse list of over 31 Greek organizations and each has a positive impact on the campus and community.

International Service Learninglouisville.edu/islp

The University of Louisville International Service Learning Program (ISLP) is an interdisciplinary program that allows your student to experience international travel and gain course credit while doing so. The students and faculty collaborate to create educational programs that address human and community needs, then go to one of the following countries: Belize, Botswana, Croatia, the Philippines, or Trinidad and Tobago; and present their programs.

Intramuralslouisville.edu/intramurals

UofL’s Intramural and Recreational Sports program offers more than 50 activities each year—including kickball, tennis, dodgeball, and flag football. If your student is interested they can form their own team to participate or join as a “free agent.” Something that is sure to make an immediate impact on the quality of life for your student is our new, 128,000 square-foot Student Recreation Center.

Let the Dean Helplouisville.edu/dos

No clue where to go for your question? No matter the question, if you don’t have the answer, stop at the Dean of Students’ Office in the SAC. The entire staff is ready to help. It’s their job to promote a positive learning experience and give your student the opportunities they need to succeed not just academically, but personally, too.

LGBT Centerlouisville.edu/lgbt

The University of Louisville’s LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender) Center is a walking, talking positive force focused on one thing—helping students have a great experience, no matter who they are!

Office of Student Involvementlouisville.edu/studentactivities

Student Involvement fosters engagement in student-led programs and services that enrich the education experience by maximizing the capacity of students to learn, serve and lead. Through various boards, committees, and staff, the department provides cultural, social, service and recreational programs, aiming to make the out-of-class experience a part of the total educational process while advancing the institutional mission.

REACHwww.reach.louisville.edu

Resources for Academic Achievement (REACH) provides FREE academic services and specific support programs to help your student better prepare and adapt to college life and to enhance their academic skills and performance in college courses. REACH tutors students in numerous undergraduate courses, offers peer mentoring and advice, provides seminars on study skills and student success, and much more.

RSOs

There are more than 500 Recognized Student Organizations (RSOs) on campus whose focuses include academics, athletics, social, political, ethnic, professional, religious and other topics. They all offer students a way to connect and have some fun!

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louisville.edu/police

The University Police is a campus service organization responsible for law enforcement, crime prevention, emergency services and parking management for the University of Louisville. Services are provided on a 24-hour basis to students, faculty and staff, as well as visitors to the University of Louisville. University Police takes great pride in its advancing community policing efforts and works closely with the Louisville Metro Police Department.

In addition to 24-hour police campus patrol and response services, the University Police provides:

• Campus Safety Escort Program. This is a free service offered to any member of the University from dusk to dawn, any day of the year. Call (502) 852-6111 to request an escort anywhere within campus boundaries and up to four blocks off campus.

• UofL Alerts RAVE Alert Text Messaging and emergency notification system. One of UofL’s emergency communication modes. These text messaging alerts give you the most up-to-date emergency information. Students and Families are strongly encouraged to sign up for UofL Alerts at louisville.edu/alerts.

louisville.edu/campushealth

Two locations:

Cardinal Station – Belknap Campus215 Central Ave, Suite 110(502) 852-6479

Health Science Center Campus401 East Chestnut Street, Suite 110(502) 852-6446

We provide both preventative and acute care for students, plus:

• Women’s health services

• Psychiatric services; including medication management

• Free flu shots

• Immunizations

• Allergy shots

• Specialist referrals and coordination of care with off-site specialists

• Pharmacy services and links to pharmaceutical assistance

• Laboratory services

• Student health insurance program

Alcohol Policy

Alcohol Policies applicable to University Students may be found in the University of Louisville Code of Student Conduct. Visit louisville.edu/dos/students/codeofconduct to learn more about UofL’s alcohol policy.

Campus Health

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Here are a few pages you might want to ‘like’ or follow soon:

• Facebook.com/UofLParentsAssociation The UofL Parents Association provides helpful information on various programs, services, activities and general UofL happenings around campus.

• Facebook.com/universityoflouisville and twitter.com/UofL Want to keep tabs on everything going on at UofL? Check here to see the roundup of all of the big news on campus from medical breakthroughs and stories, to photos and videos about students and employees.

• Facebook.com/followthebird and twitter.com/UofLevents Student Affairs uses these pages for a daily roundup of activities.

• For a full array of social media links (including YouTube and Flickr) visit Louisville.edu/studentaffairs/followthebird

• For a student resource page of university links that may be useful to you and your student, visit louisville.edu/student

Keeping up with technology & social media

louisville.edu/financialaid

The University of Louisville Financial Aid office provides walk-in counseling Monday–Friday from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. and the Call Center (502) 852-5511 is also open during those times.

FAFSA Information

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid is the application for federal grants, work-study, and loans as well as some state and institutional aid programs. File the FAFSA online at fafsa.gov. We recommend students file the FAFSA as soon as possible each year after January 1.

Award Notification & Aid Disbursement

Award notifications are sent via email. First-year students will also receive a paper award letter in the mail. The award notification will direct students to their Ulink account. On Ulink, you can accept, reduce, or decline loan offers. Scholarships and grants are automatically listed on Ulink as accepted.

Starting the week prior to the start of fall classes, funds will be disbursed. The Bursar’s Office will then post that aid to your student’s account. Disbursed financial aid that exceeds a student’s balance is considered excess or residual funds. Residual funds will be distributed through the HigherOne card that students receive.

Bursar Office

The Bursar’s Office handles all Billing and Payment information. For information on tuition and fees visit the Bursar’s Office

website at louisville.edu/finance/bursar. Your Account (listed under the section Tuition, Fees, and Payment Options) on Ulink will list the student’s charges, disbursed financial aid, residual funds, and anticipated aid.

FERPA

The University of Louisville is required by law to comply with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). This law establishes guidelines to protect the privacy of student records and to provide students access to these records. This means that students have the right to keep their records private and that the university is prohibited from sharing a student’s FERPA-protected information with anyone without a written release.

This does not mean that information is not available to you as parents. Students may share information with parents by setting up a PIN on their student portal Ulink, ulink.louisville.edu. Have your student share their PIN with you and then please provide the student ID number and PIN when you request information for your student. However, due to FERPA, even as the parent or legal guardian who has the students’ ID and PIN some offices may still require that the student is the direct person speaking in order to release information. At any point, students can change their ULink PIN and these steps do not guarantee that student information can be shared.

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Future Campus Housing

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FALL 2015Classes start Aug. 24 (Mon.)

Last day of registration Aug. 24 (Mon.)

Last day to drop/add Aug. 28 (Fri.)

Labor Day holiday Sept. 7 (Mon.)

Last day to apply for degree Sept. 16 (Wed.)

Mid-term break Oct. 5–6 (Mon.–Tues.)

Last day to withdraw Oct. 26 (Mon.)

Thanksgiving break Nov. 25–29 (Wed.–Sun.)

Last day of classes Dec. 7 (Mon.)

Reading day Dec. 8 (Tues.)

Final examinations Dec. 9–15 (Wed.–Tues.)

Degree date Dec. 15 (Tues.)

December commencement Dec. 17 (Thurs.)

SPRING 2016Classes start Jan. 6 (Wed.)

Last day of registration Jan. 6 (Wed.)

Last day to drop/add Jan. 12 (Tues.)

Martin Luther King holiday Jan. 18 (Mon.)

Last day to apply for degree Feb. 1 (Mon.)

Last day to withdraw March 7 (Mon.)

Spring break March 14–20 (Mon.–Sun.)

Last day of classes April 20 (Wed.)

Reading day April 21 (Thurs.)

Final examinations April 22–28 (Fri.–Thurs.)

Commencement/degree date May 14 (Sat.)

Events Calendar

To keep up with the many university events going on, be sure to also check out events.louisville.edu

UofL Information (502) 852-5555

Admissions (502) 852-6531

Athletics (502) 852-5732

Athletic Tickets (502) 852-5863

Bookstore (502) 852-6679

BRICC Alcohol & Substance Resiliency (502) 852-3442

Bursar (502) 852-6503

Campus Medical Services (502) 852-6479

Cardinal Card (502) 852-7520

Computer Resource Center (502) 852-7569

Counseling Center (502) 852-6585

Cultural Center (502) 852-6656

Dean of Students (502) 852-5787

Dining (502) 852-7261

Disability Resource Center (502) 852-6938

Financial Aid (502) 852-5511

Health Insurance (502) 852-6519

Health Promotion (502) 852-5429

Heath Science Center (502) 852-6446

Housing Office (502) 852-6636/854-9011

IT Help Desk (502) 852-7997

Learning Resource Center (502) 852-7516

Math Resource Center (502) 852-7434

Metropolitan College (502) 852-2749

Military and Veteran Services (502) 852-6442

Parking (502) 852-7275

PEACC (502) 852-2663

Post Office (502) 852-6699

Public Safety (502) 852-6111

REACH (502) 852-6706

Registrar (502) 852-6522

Student Involvement (502) 852-6691

Testing Services (502) 852-6606

Transfer Center (502) 852-4959

academic Calendar

Campus Contacts

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Welcome to Campus Housing! Living on campus provides students a great opportunity to learn, grow and have fun while becoming part of the Cardinal Family. Our staff and student leaders will be alongside first-year students to help during their transition and adjustment to college life.

In fact, 70 percent of UofL’s first-year students live on campus, taking advantage of the camaraderie of residence hall life and the numerous educational programs our staff offers. And we’re not limited to our residents — commuter students are welcomed and encouraged to participate in our programs.

Our goal is to help first-year students acclimate to campus life and set them on a positive course for the remainder of their college career. After the first year on campus, students will apply to live in Living Learning Communities or choose a nearby affiliated apartment community.

The following sections will answer many questions that may help when preparing to move on campus this fall. During orientation, students will get a chance to tour a room in the hall they’ve been assigned. Both of our housing offices will be open during Orientation to answer any questions that arise.

We encourage you to visit our website at louisville.edu/housing or to contact us at oncampus@louisville.edu if you have any questions.

We’ll see you and your family soon!

The Campus Housing Team

Welcome from Campus Housing

What is more important than having a great experience at college?

Graduating, of course! Living on campus will give you the advantage to complete your education. Students who live on campus are more likely to continue their education and have a higher G.P.A. than those who do not.

Go to the University of Louisville Housing website for more information about our residential policy for first-year students: louisville.edu/housing.

Exemption Process

Still think you can do well without living on campus? You will need an approval to do so. Please fill out the first year live on exemption request located at louisville.edu/housing/forms/request.

Students who can demonstrate that they meet one of the following conditions may petition for an exemption from the policy:

• Residing with a custodial parent or guardian for the academic year

• 21 years of age or older

• Veteran of the U.S. Armed Services

• Married

• Custodial parent or guardian of a child

Students with other extenuating circumstances may also petition for a waiver. Students will not be required to pay the application charge when requesting an exemption. Notice of exemption decisions will be sent within three weeks to the e-mail address the student listed on the exemption request.

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Wednesday, August 19 2015 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

Thursday, August 20 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

Friday, August 21 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

Saturday, August 22 1:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.

Sunday, August 23 1:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.

Important Contact Information

Campus Housing Office (Stevenson Hall) — (502) 852-6636/FAX (502) 852-5427(Including Louisville Hall, Medical/Dental Apartments, Miller Hall , Threlkeld Hall, Unitas Tower, and University Tower Apartments)

Campus Housing Office (Kurz Hall) — (502) 854-9011/FAX (502) 854-8217(Including Bettie Johnson Hall, Billy Minardi Hall, Community Park and Kurz Hall)

May 2–June 30 Cancel housing with a $200 cancellation charge

July 1 Student bills are posted by Bursar Office

July 1–July 30 Cancel housing with $700 cancellation charge

August 1–August 28 Cancel housing with $1,500 cancellation charge

August 29 through the fall semester

Cancel housing with full amount of fall license fee due +$1,500 cancellation charge

December 16 Miller Hall, Threlkeld Hall and Unitas Tower close for holiday break at 10 a.m.

December 31 Spring 2016 Housing assignment cancelled before January 1 will incur a $1,500 cancellation penalty

January 1, 2016 Spring 2016 Housing assignment cancelled on or after January 1 will incur a $2,300 cancellation charge for community bath halls and a $2,700 cancellation charge for suite or apartment halls

January 5, 2016 Miller Hall, Threlkeld Hall and Unitas Tower Hall open at NOON for the spring semester

April 29, 2016 Spring move-out day by 10 a.m.

Housing Check-in dates and times

important dates to remember 2015–2016

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it’s your Community…LIVE IT UP!

TRADITIONAL-COMMUNITY BATH

MILLER HALL* First Year Only 2001 S. 1st Street Louisville, KY 40208 (502) 854-5966

THRELKELD HALL* First Year OnlyHonors (Science and Service) Living Learning Communities 120 E. Barbee Street Louisville, KY 40208 (502) 854-0945

LOUISVILLE HALL* First Year Only 370 W. Brandies Street Louisville, KY 40208 (502) 854-7119

HERMAN AND HEDDY KURZ HALL Pre-Dental Hygiene and Public HealthLiving Learning Communities 1900 S. 4th Street Louisville, KY 40208 (502) 854-9011

BILLY MINARDI HALL All MaleInitiative Themed Community2040 S. 4th Street Louisville, KY 40208 (502) 854-0011

APARTMENT STYLE

BETTIE JOHNSON HALL401 W. Cardinal Blvd.Louisville, KY 40208 (502) 854-2417

UNIVERSITY TOWER APARTMENTS Rustin Social Justice Theme Community Metropolitan College Themed Community ROTC Themed Community2000 Unity Place Louisville, KY 40208 (502) 854-4632

MED/DENT APARTMENTS 627 S. Preston Street Louisville, KY 40208 (502) 852-1448

*The above listed with this notation is the physical address but not the mailing address. All mail for Louisville Hall, Miller Hall, Threlkeld Hall, and Unitas Tower, needs to be sent to the PO Box that each student should arrange at the local campus post office. All other halls receive mail at the physical address. To learn more, visit louisville.edu/housing/resources/resources/postal.

All Billy Minardi Hall mail will go to the Community Park. Residents will be notified by a staff member.

UNITAS TOWER* First Year Only 108 Cardinal Blvd. Louisville, KY 40208 (502) 854-3162

SUITE STYLE

COMMUNITY PARKEngineering / Speed School Living Learning CommunityHonors Science – Second Year Living Learning Community2033 South 4th Street Louisville, KY 40208 (502) 854-0011

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get Connected!

Resident Student Association (RSA)

The goal of RSA is to make residence life an unforgettable experience, ensure that residents’ voices are heard and give consideration to students’ suggestions. RSA is a liaison among the residence hall students, Campus Housing and the university community. facebook.com/UofLRSA

National Residence Hall Honorary (NRHH)–Cardinal Chapter

• Recognizes those students living in university housing who have exhibited outstanding service and important leadership in the advancement of residence life at UofL.

Things to think about:

The ability to communicate effectively with a roommate is perhaps the single most important factor in avoiding conflicts. Before you contact your roommate this summer, take time to consider how you would respond to these points. Consider some of your personal preferences, habits and characteristics:

• What are your study habits?

• What kinds of extracurricular activities do you want to get involved in at UofL?

• How much sleep do you need to function?

• How important is it for you to have a neat and clean room?

• How do you feel about your possessions? What shouldn’t be borrowed?

• What kinds of music do you like?

• What do you do in your spare time?

• How do you handle your emotions?

• How do you deal with pressure?

• When do you need to be alone?

• What annoys you?

• Focuses on the four pillars of Recognition, Leadership, Scholastics and Service.

• Supports and encourages activities which develop leadership qualities in residents and coordinates the year-end recognition ceremony.

• Induction occurs at special ceremonies in the fall and spring semester.

• Members are involved in fund raising and community service and are encouraged to attend annual student housing conferences.

Check out what the NRHH–Cardinal Chapter has been up to through their Facebook page. facebook.com/NRHHCardinalChapter

student engagement opportunities

Be in the know, keep up-to-date with the latest happenings on campus.

Follow us on social media to find out all the latest and greatest things going on with Campus Housing. Information about opportunities for your student to get involved in, programs they can attend, and campus news are all regular features of our pages.

Like Us on Facebook: U of L Housing and Residence LifeTwitter: @UofL_HousingInstagram: UofLHousingFlckr: flickr.com/photos/studentaffairs

Get prepared today for a better tomorrow.

Before summer ends find out the following:

• Who is bringing what?

• Are you going to share food?

• How clean are the two of you?

• Sleeping habits?

• Study habits?

• How you would like to set up the room?

• How are you going to resolve conflicts?

• What are the rules about guests in the room?

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What to Bring

Recommended Items

• Desk lights for studying and convenience

• TV, radio, stereo

• Carpet (some of our locations do not include carpeted rooms)

• Alarm clock

• Computer

• Microwave and cooking utensils (microwaves are not permitted in Threlkeld Hall)

• ENERGY STAR® preferred brands

• Iron

• Lamp

• Refrigerator

• No larger than 4 cu. ft.

• Some residence halls provide combination refrigerators and microwaves in the suites.

• All apartments contain refrigerators

• Shower shoes/towels

• Linens/pillow/extra-long twin sheets

• Something to carry toiletries to community baths

WHAT NOT TO BRING

• Hot plates

• Electric frying pans

• Loft beds

• Toaster ovens

• Incense/candles

• Pets (other than fish)

• Open-coil devices

• Air conditioners

• Weapons of any kind

• Halogen light bulbs

• Torchiere lamps (upward-facing bowls)

• Extension cords

Phones

All rooms have a Voice over IP (VoIP) phone. These phones only work with an internet connection, so regular phones will not operate on these lines. Please do not connect regular phones to residence hall phone lines. The VoIP phones are costly and you will be charged for damages. The VoIP phones also serve as emergency broadcast notification for the University.

Early Arrival Information

We understand that some residents may have school-related reasons that require them to move to campus before

• Reusable bags for carrying groceries and making shopping trips

• Power strips with surge protector

The Resident Student Association (RSA) has service contracts with various companies for your convenience. Many of these services provide pre-delivery to your student’s room so that they are there when you arrive! Purchasing from these companies supports RSA and helps enhance the experience that your student has during their time at the University of Louisville.

Bed lofts, Microchill refrigerators, fridge/microwave combo units, futons, and rugsCompany: College ProductsPhone number: (712) 948-3250Website: www.collegeproducts.com/uofl

Bed Linens, bath essentials, and room décorCompany: Our Campus MarketPhone number: (800) 957-4338Website: www.louisville.ocm.com/linens Care package and student spirit productsCompany: My Favorite StudentPhone number: 1 (877) BIG-JOY-4Website: uofl.myfavoritestudent.com

the check-in date. We will do our best to accommodate special requests based on the availability of rooms. The cost for early check-in is $25 per day in addition to the regular semester rate and will be added to the student account. However, if a department or program is paying for your early arrival stay please ensure they have communicated this information to campus housing. The early arrival request form goes live on July 1st. Visit louisville.edu/housing to submit an early arrival request.

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What is an RA?

Resident Assistants (RAs) are student leaders who are trained to listen to problems, assist in emergencies, and serve as a liaison to Campus Housing. They can answer questions you may have about Housing or campus life.

What Is ULink?

You can find ULink by going to the University of Louisville home page and clicking on ULink under popular sites. Using your ULink user ID, you can view your housing assignment and discover who your roommate will be, you can register for classes, print off your class schedule, pay your school bills, receive up-to-date information regarding the school and connect with several other departments on campus.

What is my E-Mail Address?

Your e-mail address is your ULink user ID@louisville.edu (for example: fmlast01@louisville.edu).

How do I Start Using my CardMail?

Log in to your account at cardmail.louisville.edu. Your log-in ID for CardMail is your ULink userID@cardmail.louisville.edu (for example: fmlast01@cardmail.louisville.edu).

What is my CardMail Password?

Your CardMail password is the same as your ULink password. Visit louisville.edu/email/student to learn more about Cardmail.

Here’s What you need to Know

How Do I Get My Mail?

In order to receive mail and packages, residents living in traditional halls must have a campus post office box. You will have an opportunity to sign up for a post office box during orientation. The cost of a mailbox is $5.00. You may also visit the post office after move-in to receive a box. With regard to package delivery, the postal service will receive the package and place notification in the student’s PO Box letting him/her know there is a package that needs to be picked up.

Residents in Bettie Johnson Hall, Billy Minardi Hall, Community Park, Kurz Hall, Medical Dental Apartments and University Tower Apartments will find mailboxes in the buildings where they live, and may receive packages there as well.

*Residents of Billy Minardi Hall will receive packages at Community Park.

Cancellation

If you have completed an application and are no longer attending UofL, please fill out the cancellation request form immediately to prevent or minimize cancellation charges.

If you are attending UofL but no longer intend to live on campus, you will need to fill out the First-Year Exemption Request Form as well as the cancellation form.

Visit louisville.edu/housing to learn more.

The Plan

Dining on campus is so easy and convenient we’ve put it on autopilot. Each fall and spring semester, all students in university housing, and any full-time commuting student taking at least 9 credit hours on the Belknap campus, are automatically assigned a meal plan. Visit uofldiningservices.com to view the meal plans specific to your residence and options to upgrade or customize. The meal plan is accepted at all campus dining venues and Flavours Catering: (uofldiningservices.com/catering.html) which tailors its service to student tastes and budgets.

The “Flex”

Meal plan flex points are declining-balance-type dollars accepted at all campus dining locations. Flex points earn an automatic 6% discount with each purchase. Flex points roll over from fall to spring semester. All flex points expire after spring finals.

The Card

The Cardinal Card, your student ID, is your pass to dining on campus. Your plan is pre-loaded on your Cardinal Card ID, charged to your tuition account and becomes active on move-in day. Easily manage your account with Cardinal Card Online (get.cbord.com/louisville/full/login.php). View your account balance, view recent transactions, report a lost or stolen card, and deposit funds. All flex deposits more than $100 get a 10% bonus. Example: $150 deposit = $165 flex points

The “Meal”

Meal plan meals may be used at the all-you-care-to-eat dining hall, Ville Grill, or across campus at Global Market (breakfast and lunch combos) and Cardinal Burger Company. Meals expire at the end of each semester.

NOTE: If you have a specific issue, don’t be afraid to chat with the staff at the Ville Grill. Online: uofldiningservices.com/feedback.html, in person, or over the phone (502) 852-7261

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