UNK’s largest capital construction project is underway! The first of our “Suite STyle” residence halls is Antelope Hall, which opened in fall of 2007. Nexter Hall is currently under construction and will opeen in the fall of 2008. The new halls will house over 300 occupants and offer the latest in collegiate living including 2 or 4 private bedrooms and baths including mini-kitchens, free cable, free high-speed internet access, free phone and voice mail, elevators, paid utilities, a glass skywalk and much more. The location is in the heart of campus near the Union and Foster Field.

Contact InformationUniversity of Nebraska at KearneyOffice of Residential & Greek LifeConrad HallKearney, NE 68849

office (308) 865-8519FAX (308) 865-8714resilife@unk.edu

For more information on campus living, please visit our website at: www.unk.edu/offices/reslife

2008-2009 On-CampusHOUSING CONTRACT& Living Information

& Residential Greek Life

Experience

Kearney!

Nester Hall

New RESIDENT HALLS FOR STUDENTS2008

A residence hall is more than just a place to sleep. In fact, the essence of living in a residence hall really has nothing to do with the building, and everything to do with relationships.

A residence hall is meeting new friends and broadening horizons. It is getting to know people from different countries and backgrounds. It is learning how to live in a community with others. Ultimately, it is learning how to really care about those with whom you live.

Whether you are rooming with someone from home or someone you do not know, living with a roommate is an exciting opportunity to grow and learn.

Welcome to the residence halls, where learning comes to life. We invite you to live with us during this exciting time in your life and enjoy the most complete college experience that UNK has to offer. Living in one of the eleven residence halls puts you in the thick of college life. Your on-campus living experience includes dining and housing accommodations plus utilities, cable and broadband Internet. You’ll have support to accomplish your academic goals and lots of friends to join you in creating memories to last a lifetime!

Academic Success

The Office of Academic Success coordinates tutoring services provided by the Learning Strategies Office, and Student Support Services which offers assistance to students with disabilities.Gail Zeller, Director ................................................. 865-8988Learning Strategies:

David Brandt, Assistant Director ............................. 865-8214

Residential and Greek Life

The Office of Residential and Greek Life coordinates all campus housing and is dedicated to maintaining an environment conducive to educational and personal development.Rick Larsen, Director .............................................. 865-8519

Nebraskan Student Union

The Nebraskan Student Union provides services, conveniences, programs, and facilities designed to meet the individual and collective needs of the University of Nebraska at Kearney. The services of the facility are designed to enhance the quality of student life and contribute to the fulfillment of the University’s educational mission.Sharon Pelc, Director ............................................. 865-8523Antelope Bookstore ................................................ 865-8555Chartwells Dining Service....................................... 865-8428Nebraskan Welcome Desk ..................................... 865-8401Hair Salon ............................................................... 865-8926Student Government .............................................. 865-8395UNK I.D. Card Office .............................................. 865-8154

UNK Switchboard ................................................... 865-8441

Multicultural Affairs

The Office of Multicultural Affairs sponsors recruitment and retention programs for multicultural African American, Asian American, Hispanic American and Native American students including new student orientation, cultural celebrations, one-to-one and group counseling, scholarship information, and career counseling. Juan Guzman, Director........................................... 865-8127

Counseling and Health Care

The Counseling Center offers a variety of services to UNK students. These services include personal and group counseling, educational programs and presentations and a variety of health screenings by state-licensed therapists. On the Health Care side, fully licensed and qualified medical and nursing professionals and helpful office staff work together to provide for UNK student health needs. Also provided is education about preventative measures to maintain life-long good health.Counseling: LeAnn Obrecht, Director ..................... 865-8248

Health Care: LeAnn Obrecht, Director.. .................. 865-8218

Career Services

The Office of Career Services serves students, faculty, employers and the community as the primary resources for career development and job search. Their priority is helping students understand the relationship between self-knowledge and career/life choices.Nancy Kneen, Director ........................................... 865-8501

Student Life

The Student Life Office assists students, faculty, staff and parents with any issues or concerns that may affect a student’s ability to succeed at UNK. The student discipline judicial process and the UNK Student handbook, which includes the Student Code of Conduct, are coordinated through this office. The Student Life Office should be contacted if a student, parent, or faculty member has a concern about a student.Peter Longo, Interim Dean of Student Life ............. 865-8528

Brandon Benitz, Interim Asst. to the Dean of Student Life 865-1619

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Welcome Home!

Experience the World

Your Room Assignment

We know choosing a college usually starts with the academic program and then quickly turnsto the creature comforts of home. These are some of the things that make living on campus a fantastic experience:

• Clean and safe facilities • Excellent dining services • High-speed wired and wireless internet, cable television, voice mail, caller ID • Convenience stores, coffee shops • Entertainment, sports, recreation • Employment opportunities • Convenient access to your classes, the Library, Union, Health & Sports Center• Hall staff that help you get connected to UNK• Social activities that help you make friends • Cultural activities that expand your horizons You will feel more connected to campus life because it’s much easier to join a late night study group, discuss world events over cappuccino or get in the spirit of a “Loper” game when you only need to stroll across campus.

Room and roommate assignments are made starting in May. We operate on a first-come, first-serve basis. The sooner you send in your complete housing contract, the better chance you will have at getting your desired hall. Assignment letters will include your campus address and phone number, your roommate’s information and move-in information.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLETING

HOUSING CONTRACT

SECTION IIResidence Hall and Room Type Preference:Mark the hall which is your first choice of assignment with a 1, followed by a 2 for your 2nd and a 3 for your 3rd choice of living assignment.

All residence halls listed are available to first year students; however, UNK has designated several special living environments on certain floors. If you are interested in living on one of these floors and qualify to live there, place a check mark on the appropriate line. Room assignments are prioritized by the date thecompleted contract and processing fee is returned. The $50 processing fee must be sent with the housing contract to be processed.

SECTION III Roommate Preferences:On the enclosed Roommate Preference Card, please print the name of your choice for roommate and include his or her NUID number. If you do not have a roommate preference, please fill out the Roommate Preference Card so that we can assign you a roommate from our applicant pool. Room changes can be made after the second week of every semester.

SECTION IVWeekly Meal Plan:Students living in the residence halls must have a meal plan. Meal plan information is included in the Residen-tial and Greek Life brochure. Please note that the “+” distinction behind certain meal plans indicates the addition of $100 of non-refundable value points which can be spent in any of the restaurants located on campus. Points do not carry from semester to semester.

TRANSLATIONThis is a binding contract, so before signing be sure you understand all the terms and conditions.

If you do not understand the terms and conditions please seek assistance for proper translation. For further information in English, contact the Office of Residential & Greek Life at 308-865-8519.

Esse é um contrato vinculativo, por conseguinte, antes de assiná-lo esteja certo de que todas as suas cláusulas e condições foram perfeitamente compreendidas.

INSURANCE

Students are encouraged to contract for personal property insurance coverage, as the University will not be responsible for loss or damage to personal property kept on University property.

LOFT CONSTRUCTION

Lofts/bunk beds are allowed in student rooms if inspected and safe, but are the full responsibility of the resident. The student MUST have the loft built by the end of the 1st week of classes each semester and must follow these procedures:(a) the resident submits a Loft/Bunk Construction Form to

the Hall Director (available at check-in and at the front desk);

(b) Residential and Greek Life personnel will inspect the construction;

(c) if repairs or changes need to be made, the resident is notified and given one week to comply;

(d) no furniture may be removed from the room;(e) no modifications may be made to the loft/bunk after

passing the inspection process.Loft guidelines may be obtained at the Residential and Greek Life Office.

DAMAGES

Students are responsible for damages to University property and will be assessed accordingly.

MAINTENANCE

Students are responsible for promptly reporting any maintenance concerns by completing a work order.

CHANGES AND CORRECTIONS

The University has made every reasonable attempt to make sure information contained herein is accurate at time of publication. However, we reserve the right to make corrections as necessary. Also, because Residential and Greek Life tries to respond quickly to student concerns and to facilitate the best possible housing program, we reserve the right to make changes in operations as needed. By way of example, such changes may include, but are not limited to, location and availability of certain special interest housing, changes in dining service hours and location of break housing halls. Every effort will be made to provide students notice.

POLICIES

The student is responsible for reading and abiding by all policies set forth by the University of Nebraska at Kearney, the Office of Residential and Greek Life, UNK Catalogue, UNK Code of Conduct, and subsequent written notices.

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Campus Life

Putting together a room with your roommate can be exciting and rewarding. There are many ways you can make your new residence hall feel like home. We allow decorations and furnishings that do not deface the room or create hazards for you and your hall mates. Some items for discussion with your roommate might be:

• television • audio equipment • carpet • posters • trash can

Each double occupancy room has:

• two twin beds • one desk area per person • telephone • one dresser/closet per person • window coverings • one telephone outlet• two desk chairs • one cable outlet • voice mail• all utilities • two computer ports for direct connection

* Microfridges may be rented and are permissible due to their power saving and safety features.

Items you may bring to UNK:

• towels • toiletries• first aid kit • sheets/blankets• laundry basket • pictures/posters • dinnerware • clock radio• throw rugs • plants• computer • printer• compact refrigerator • TV/VCR/DVD• stereo/CD’s • shower tote• hangers • PDA or planner• backpack • materials to loft • personal emergency kit your bed (according to

• flashlight UNK loft guidelines)

Items you cannot bring:

• Illegal drugs or drug paraphernalia• incense• microwaves*• alcohol• weapons• candles• any open coil appliance• pets (fish in a 10 gal. or smaller tank are permitted).

who have a roommate move out may choose:(a) reassignment to another room; (b) assignment of a new roommate; (c) assignment of the room as a single room;(d) to be consolidated by staff within the building. It is the responsibility of the resident to notify the Hall Director of their intentions. Failure to do so will result in being assessed the single room fee.

By federal law and University policy, room assignments cannot be made on the basis of race, color, religion, disability, national or ethnic origin, or sexual orientation.

ADMINISTRATIVE SURCHARGE

Students are allowed to change their room assignment once after the beginning of each semester. Each additional move requested by the student will be assessed the $50 administrative surcharge fee.

TEMPORARY ROOMS

In some cases it becomes necessary to assign students to “temporary rooms.” For example, a converted lounge or a large end room. As soon as space becomes available, students are assigned to a regular double room. The temporary spaces may not be equipped with all the furnishings of a regular room. If you are going to be assigned to a temporary arrangement, we will notify you before you arrive on campus. Residential and Greek Life further reserves the right:(a) same(b) To “triple” students in large rooms not designated or

furnished for permanent triple occupancy.(c) Assign students to converted lounges.Residential and Greek Life will require the student designated as the temporary assignee to move as permanent space becomes available. Any expense incurred by the student moving from a temporary space to a permanent space will be borne by the student.

OCCUPANCY

Rooms may be occupied only by the students to whom they are assigned.

TERMINATION OF CONTRACT

If any one of the following applies to the student:(a) is no longer enrolled as a full-time student;(b) fails to claim the room space assigned before 5 pm on

the first day of classes each semester;(c) fails to attend class for an extended period of time

without the consent of an authorized agent of UNK;(d) the behavior of the student is deemed not acceptable

in accordance with University policies and group living community standards;

(e) fails to maintain the room space assigned in a reasonable state of sanitation and neatness;

(f) willfully violates any policy or procedure as prescribed in the Housing Contract, contract terms or University publications;

(g) willfully fails to admit an officer/agent of the University for reasonable inspection or fails to comply with directions issued by an agent/officer of the University;

(h) has displayed behaviors that are harmful, threatening, and/or endangering to his/her own life and/or the welfare of others;

(i) is involved in tampering with fire protection systems;

(j) possess a firearm or any other weapon on University property;

(k) is involved in assault or bodily harm to another;(l) is involved in the use, manufacture, possession, and/

or sale of drugs on University property;(m) is involved in theft or possession of stolen property.Upon notice to the student, the Office of Residential and Greek Life may terminate the Housing Contract for any breach of contract by the student. The student will vacate the room within a time specified and pay all associated University charges and/or damages. Any student whose contract has been terminated for policy violations may be held responsible for full payment of the contract.

LIAbILITY/DISRUPTION OF SERVICES

The Office of Residential and Greek Life is not responsible for the continuation of housing, food, mail, custodial, heating, maintenance, or security service at normal levels in the event of disruptions of supplies and goods, a natural disaster, other emergencies, power, water – sewer inter-ruptions from on- or off-campus sources, or in the event of other casual events beyond the control or reasonable anticipation of Residential and Greek Life.

FOOD SERVICE

Food service is closed during holiday breaks and spring break. Students living in the residence halls must have a meal plan.

STUDENTS WITH DISAbILITIES

Students requiring special room accommodations because of a disability or medical condition need to contact the Office of Residential and Greek Life a minimum of eight weeks prior to the desired move-in date. Such early contact will allow for individual needs to be determined before the student arrives on campus.

HALL FEES

When you check into your assigned residence hall, you will be asked to write a check for $30. This will account for your:• Hall Social Fee ($10)• Residence Hall Association Dues ($10)• METS payment ($10)METS stands for Managing the Environment Through Students. Money from this account will offset common area damages that occur in the hall. Money that remains in thefund at the end of the year will be used to purchase hall improvement items that benefit the residents. These fees are non-refundable. Please see the Student Handbook for an explanation of fees.

ROOM ENTRY

The University reserves the right to enter a student room for the purpose of inspecting the premises when an authorized agent of UNK has reason to believe, including but not limited to the following: (a) housekeeping, maintenance and/or necessary repair; (b) occupant is at risk; (c) damage is being done to University property; (d) University policy as stated in the University Catalog,

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Your New Room

To Bring or Not to Bring

Terms and Contract Info Services & Conveniences

At UNK we are confident that you will find everything you need in your very own residence hall! Along with the variety of living environment options, each room is equipped with local telephone service, basic cable television service and high speed internet access. Each of our facilities also offers:

• Computer labs • Recreational facilities• TV lounges• Kitchens• Laundry rooms• Bike racks

Every hall manages a front desk operation, which serves as the hub of the community. From the front desk you can do the following:

• Receive your mail/packages• Purchase stamps• Get change for vending machine & laundry facilities• Check out vacuums, games, sporting equipment, etc.• Lock-out keys• Make photocopies

UNK’s dining services are conveniently located throughout campus. Students’ favorites include made-to-order sandwiches, soup and salad bars, International Reflections specialty bar, Kitchen Classics, Patty’s Grill and vegetarian entrees. Four different meal plan options are available, including:

block meal plan This plan gives students the flexibility of 135 meals plus $100 in points to use at any time during the semester at any of our facilities.

14 + meal plan This plan allows you to eat 14 of the 20 meals served weekly and adds on $100 in points for pur-chases at any of our facilities.

10 + meal plan This plan allows you to eat 10 of the 20 meals served weekly and adds on $100 in points for pur-chases at any of our facilities. 20, 15, or 10 meal plan Your choice of one of these plans allows you to eat that number of meals served weekly.

Students can also use their “+ plans or transfer their meal plans in the Nebraskan Food Court. Currently there are four fast food choices that include:

• Bamboo Asian Cuisine

• Taco Bell Express

• Coyote Jack’s Grill

• Starbucks

Other options are:

• Loper Express Convenience Store

• Jitters (in West Center)

• Starbucks Cafe (in the Fine Arts building)

Changes can be made to meal plans during the first week of every semester at the Office of Resi-dential and Greek Life.

Meal Plans

Lofts • Microfridges • Futons

STUDENT RESPONSIbILITY

The student must read all housing information provided before signing the housing contract. If the student is under 19 years of age, parent or guardian must also read all housing information provided before signing the hous-ing contract. By signing the contract, the student/parent understands and is obligated to abide by the terms.

CONTRACT PERIOD

This Contract is for the entire academic year (fall and spring semesters) or that portion which remains when a student contracts to enter the residence halls after the fall opening date. The student’s right to occupy the space assigned begins no earlier than 8:00 am on the designated date of opening and will terminate at 5:00 pm on the day of Spring Commencement.

CONTRACT CANCELLATION

The student guarantees payment of this contract and understands that the contract is binding for the full academic year. For any student living on campus, including University Heights and the Greek Chapter Houses, a cancellation charge of $500 will be assessed if he or she breaks the contract. For those students graduating, withdrawing from school, getting married, dropping below full-time status, or performing student teaching/academic internship, and military service requiring students to live outside the Kearney area (documentation may be requested), there is no contract cancellation. Returning students must cancel in writing to the Office of Residential and Greek Life by July 1 to avoid a $500 cancellation fee. Freshmen must live on campus the entire academic year.

FRESHMAN LIVE ON REQUIREMENTS

All full-time freshmen under the age of 19 on the first day of class in the fall semester are required to live in University housing for the duration of the academic year. The only exceptions to this requirement are if:(a) the student lives with his/her parents (or legal

guardian) within a 30-mile driving distance of UNK; (b) the student is married, a single parent, or has a

documented medical/mental health condition which makes it impractical to meet the housing requirement;

(c) the student will be living in certain off-campus facilities which approximate the educational advantages of residence hall living and meet specified requirements.

An exception will only be granted after the appropriate form has been obtained from and returned with supportive documentation to the Office of Residential and Greek Life for approval.

HOUSING ELIGIbILITY

Only enrolled students and designated guests of the University of Nebraska at Kearney are eligible for University housing. Students must maintain full-time student status at the University of Nebraska at Kearney to maintain eligibility for housing.

FAMILY HOUSING

Students who are married and/or have custody of children, please contact University Heights at 865-4811. Family living is not allowed in the residence halls.

bREAK HOUSING

CTE and Randall Hall will remain open during breaks for students already residing there. All other residence halls will be closed during breaks when classes are not in session. During such break periods, food service is not provided, guests are not permitted for security reasons and check-in/check-out is not permitted. Unless you are permanently assigned to CTE, or Randall Hall, break ac-commodations are NOT guaranteed. There is an addition-al charge per semester to occupy a break housing hall.

APPLICATION FEE

The non-refundable, one time application fee of $50 must be received with the Housing Contract before processing. The contract is valid and binding from the time it is accepted by the University through the end of the academic year.

HOUSING ASSIGNMENTS

The Office of Residential and Greek Life makes returning residents’ room assignments first, then assigns new students housing according to the date the Housing Contract and application fee are received in the Office of Residential and Greek Life. Room space will be assigned by the Office of Residential and Greek Life. The Office of Residential and Greek Life reserves the right to reassign the student’s room space. Housing assignments will be mailed in May. Your assignment letter will include: • hall and room assignment; • room status (double, single, etc.) • roommate name, phone number, and address.

NO-SHOWS

Any student not occupying his/her room by 5:00 pm on the first day of classes shall be considered a no-show and will have his/her contract cancelled at that time unless he/she has filed an official notification of delay of arrival (written notice submitted and accepted by Residential & Greek Life) by 5:00 pm on the first day of classes. No-shows who remain enrolled as students at UNK are required to be in compliance with the on-campus residency requirement.

SINGLE ROOMS

If space permits, single rooms will be made available for an extra cost.

CONTRACT CHANGES

Students may request to change rooms two weeks after the halls open at the beginning of both fall and spring semesters, and must have prior approval of the hall director(s) involved. Students assigned to a double room

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In your housing assignment letter, you will receive information about convenient services UNK pro-vides for your room that come with an additional

charge. Lofts, microfridg-es and futon arrange-ments can be made in advance and will be available to pick up on your move-in day.

For questions call 1-308-865-8519

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Sorority & Fraternity Life

At Your Service

Resident advisors, coordinators, hall directors, secretaries, desk assistants and custodians are here to help you feel right at home.

What’s a resident advisor? RAs are full-time students who are carefully selected and trained to be knowledgeable about university services and opportunities. The RA is there to help build a community where you can grow and succeed. Your RA will help you adjust to college life, keep you informed, get you involved and, most importantly, lend an ear when you need advice or assistance.

What’s a hall director? Trained in college student development, a hall director is a para-professional staff member who lives and works right in your residence hall. Each director supervises RAs and desk staff, advises student groups and oversees management of the building.

Room & Board Payments 2008-09

FALL SEMESTER

Billing Issued Thursday • September 4 First half due Thursday • September 18 Remaining balance due Wednesday • October 15

SPRING SEMESTER

Billing Issued Thursday • January 22 First half due Thursday • February 5 Remaining balance due Wednesday • March 4

ROOM RATES Per Semester

Residence Hall Double Room $1635Suite Style Room (CTW) $1685Break Housing and Suite Style (CTE) $1735Break Housing (Randall) $1685Greek Chapter Rooms (URN/URS) $1685Single Room (extra) $ 400University Heights Efficiency $ 285University Heights One Bedroom $ 350

MEAL PLANS Per Semester

20 meal plan $153015 meal plan $150510 meal plan $143314 + meal plan $160510 + meal plan $1533Block meal plan $1590(135 meals and $100 in points)

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Joining a fraternity or sorority is your opportunity to become friends with those who share

your interests, your values, and your future aspirations. UNK’s five sororities and seven

fraternities offer opportunities for leadership development, community service, scholarship,

and lifelong friendship. For more information, please indicate your interest on the

housing contract.

Housing Calendar 2008-09

FALL SEMESTER

8:00 am • Friday • August 22 Halls open 5:00 pm • Tuesday • November 25 Halls close for Thanksgiving* 10:00 am • Sunday • November 30 Halls open after Thanksgiving 5:00 pm • Friday • December 19 Halls close for fall semester*

*Except for break housing (CTE & Men’s)

SPRING SEMESTER

10:00 am • Friday • January 9 Halls open 5:00 pm • Friday • March 13 Halls close for Spring Break* 10:00 am • Sunday • March 22 Halls open after Spring Break 5:00 pm • Friday • May 8 Halls close for spring semester

*Except for break housing (CTE & Randall)

Where Learning Comes To Life!

Residence Hall Association (RHA)

RHA is the representative governing body for

the residence halls. RHA promotes a positive

on-campus living environment by addressing

and representing the residence hall system

as a unit in determining issues and concerns

affecting residence hall life. In addition to

promoting inter-hall and intra-hall programming,

RHA sponsors programs and events between

halls and other campus organizations.

Hall Council

Hall Council’s serve as catalysts for ideas and

hall spirit and are cornerstones of hall identity.

Hall Council’s actively deal with departmental

issues and work on projects that grow out of

interests and needs of hall residents.

National Residence Hall Honorary (NRHH)

NRHH provides recognition for students living in

the residence halls who have shown outstanding

service and leadership through such activities

as “Of the Month” awards in programming and

individual leadership. NRHH also promotes and

sponsors programs which encourage leadership

development in residents.

Residential and Greek Life Mission

Residential and Greek Life supports the UNK

mission by providing students with a safe, well-

maintained environment in a community that

values academic success, personal growth and

civic responsibility.

Service Learning Community

Live, Learn and ServeService, leadership, family and fun. The UNK Service Learning Community offers you a wonderful opportunity to learn by doing and to have fun while you’re at it!

Why live in a Service Learning Community (SLC)?

• Learn while you serve!

As an SLC member, you’ll be able to choose service projects that let you apply what you’re learning in the classroom while also giving you an opportunity to go experience what it is to work in the field that you’d like to make a career.

• Alternate Spring Break!

SLC students have the opportunity to participate in an Alternative Spring Break trip offered through the Service Learning office on the UNK campus. Students can spend part of the week doing community service and part of the week having fun. Past trips have gone to Denver, CO., Arlington, TX., Chicago, IL., and South Padre Island, TX. Those who participate work hard, play hard, and come home feeling fulfilled and rejuvenated.

• Your residence hall:

All of our SLC students have the option of being housed in beautiful Martin Hall. The expansive rooms and close-knit community, which characterizes Martin, make this the perfect home for our Service Learning Community.

Healthy Lifestyle CommunityThis environment helps students make a commitment to positive personal growth, with the goal of increasing one’s overall wellness by enhancing a number of positive behaviors. The core of this community is the maintenance of a substance-free lifestyle. This substance-free co-ed-by-suite floor provides a supportive environment for students who share similar values regarding alcohol, drug and tobacco use and the negative effects of substance use/abuse on the residential community.

Alcohol-free social events along with educational activities and exploration of self-help opportunities will be offered. The residents in this community agree not to consume alcohol or return to the floor under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Students must sign a substance-free agreement before they can be assigned to a room on this floor.

The goals of the Healthy Lifestyle Community are as followsHelp students in making adjustments to college life.Meet and interact with peers.Set goals for academic and social success.Learn to be independent.Develop relationships with University staff.Assist students in leading a healthy lifestyle.

Floor-sponsored programs/activities will revolve around the eight dimensions of wellness:

Physical Emotional

Intellectual Environmental

Spiritual Social

Occupational Cyberspace

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Special Floors/Programs break Housing *

Guaranteed Single Suites: this special living environ-ment provides students an opportunity to live in a coed by suite environment on 7th floor without a roommate. An equipped kitchen is provided on 7th floor. A meal plan is still required of these residents.

Special Floors/Programs

This hall is UNK’s designated honors hall.

CTW

Special Floors/ProgramsCoed by Suite

Healthy Lifestyle Learning Community Floor: interested students are housed on 6th floor. This environment helps students make a commitment to positive personal growth, with the goal of increasing one’s overall wellness in a community supportive of personal choices.

Guaranteed Single Suites: this special living environ-ment provides students an opportunity to live in a coed by suite environment on 7th floor without a roommate. An equipped kitchen is provided on 7th floor. A meal plan is still required of these residents.

CTE

Mantor Hall

Randall Hall

Men’s Hall

Conrad Hall

Martin Hall

Stout Hall

Apartment-Style Living

A living opportunity for married students or students 21 years or older.

Special Floors/Programs Service Learning Community: interested students are housed in Martin Hall and will engage in community service activities together throughout the year.

These halls are UNK’s designated Greek Chapter housing. For further information on fraternities and sororities, please check the box on the contract signifying your interest.

University Residence North & South

University Heights

CTE - Centennial Towers East • CTW - Centennial Towers West • URN - University Residence North • URS - University Residence South

U. U. CTW CTE Mantor Randall Stout Mens Conrad Martin URN URS Heights Heights 1 bR Studio

Spaces 385 385 282 190 85 142 87 112 190 190 64 36

Room Size (in feet) 17x11 18x11 17x11 17x11 17x11 12x14 16x11 17x11 14x12 14x12 25x21 17x21

PC Lab X X X X X X X X X X

High Speed Wired & Wireless Internet X X X X X X X X X X

Cable TV X X X X X X X X X X X X

Air Conditioned X X X X X X X X

Semi-Suite-Style Layout X X

Greek X X

Honors X

Break Housing X X X X X

Coed by Suite/Room X 7th

Single Rooms 7th 7th X

Education Community X

Service Learning Community X

Healthy Lifestyle Community X

UNK Campus Housing

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NEW RESIDENCE HALLS

Offline for Renovation

Special Floors/Programs break Housing *

Global Living Community: First floor in Randall is reserved for our Global Living Community. This floor brings together both U.S. and International students to promote cross-cultural understanding, mutual respect and friendship among students, scholars, and thepeople of Kearney toward individuals of all nations and backgrounds.

* Break Housing: Residents in these halls will be allowed to stay in their room during all University breaks. An additional charge will be assessed.

break Housing *

Special Floors/Programs break Housing *

Guaranteed Single Suites: this special living environ-ment provides students an opportunity to live in a coed by suite environment on 7th floor without a roommate. An equipped kitchen is provided on 7th floor. A meal plan is still required of these residents.

Special Floors/Programs

This hall is UNK’s designated honors hall.

CTW

Special Floors/ProgramsCoed by Suite

Healthy Lifestyle Learning Community Floor: interested students are housed on 6th floor. This environment helps students make a commitment to positive personal growth, with the goal of increasing one’s overall wellness in a community supportive of personal choices.

Guaranteed Single Suites: this special living environ-ment provides students an opportunity to live in a coed by suite environment on 7th floor without a roommate. An equipped kitchen is provided on 7th floor. A meal plan is still required of these residents.

CTE

Mantor Hall

Randall Hall

Men’s Hall

Conrad Hall

Martin Hall

Stout Hall

Apartment-Style Living

A living opportunity for married students or students 21 years or older.

Special Floors/Programs Service Learning Community: interested students are housed in Martin Hall and will engage in community service activities together throughout the year.

These halls are UNK’s designated Greek Chapter housing. For further information on fraternities and sororities, please check the box on the contract signifying your interest.

University Residence North & South

University Heights

CTE - Centennial Towers East • CTW - Centennial Towers West • URN - University Residence North • URS - University Residence South

U. U. CTW CTE Mantor Randall Stout Mens Conrad Martin URN URS Heights Heights 1 bR Studio

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Room Size (in feet) 17x11 18x11 17x11 17x11 17x11 12x14 16x11 17x11 14x12 14x12 25x21 17x21

PC Lab X X X X X X X X X X

High Speed Wired & Wireless Internet X X X X X X X X X X

Cable TV X X X X X X X X X X X X

Air Conditioned X X X X X X X X

Semi-Suite-Style Layout X X

Greek X X

Honors X

Break Housing X X X X X

Coed by Suite/Room X 7th

Single Rooms 7th 7th X

Education Community X

Service Learning Community X

Healthy Lifestyle Community X

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Offline for Renovation

Special Floors/Programs break Housing *

Global Living Community: First floor in Randall is reserved for our Global Living Community. This floor brings together both U.S. and International students to promote cross-cultural understanding, mutual respect and friendship among students, scholars, and thepeople of Kearney toward individuals of all nations and backgrounds.

* Break Housing: Residents in these halls will be allowed to stay in their room during all University breaks. An additional charge will be assessed.

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Where Learning Comes To Life!

Residence Hall Association (RHA)

RHA is the representative governing body for

the residence halls. RHA promotes a positive

on-campus living environment by addressing

and representing the residence hall system

as a unit in determining issues and concerns

affecting residence hall life. In addition to

promoting inter-hall and intra-hall programming,

RHA sponsors programs and events between

halls and other campus organizations.

Hall Council

Hall Council’s serve as catalysts for ideas and

hall spirit and are cornerstones of hall identity.

Hall Council’s actively deal with departmental

issues and work on projects that grow out of

interests and needs of hall residents.

National Residence Hall Honorary (NRHH)

NRHH provides recognition for students living in

the residence halls who have shown outstanding

service and leadership through such activities

as “Of the Month” awards in programming and

individual leadership. NRHH also promotes and

sponsors programs which encourage leadership

development in residents.

Residential and Greek Life Mission

Residential and Greek Life supports the UNK

mission by providing students with a safe, well-

maintained environment in a community that

values academic success, personal growth and

civic responsibility.

Service Learning Community

Live, Learn and ServeService, leadership, family and fun. The UNK Service Learning Community offers you a wonderful opportunity to learn by doing and to have fun while you’re at it!

Why live in a Service Learning Community (SLC)?

• Learn while you serve!

As an SLC member, you’ll be able to choose service projects that let you apply what you’re learning in the classroom while also giving you an opportunity to go experience what it is to work in the field that you’d like to make a career.

• Alternate Spring Break!

SLC students have the opportunity to participate in an Alternative Spring Break trip offered through the Service Learning office on the UNK campus. Students can spend part of the week doing community service and part of the week having fun. Past trips have gone to Denver, CO., Arlington, TX., Chicago, IL., and South Padre Island, TX. Those who participate work hard, play hard, and come home feeling fulfilled and rejuvenated.

• Your residence hall:

All of our SLC students have the option of being housed in beautiful Martin Hall. The expansive rooms and close-knit community, which characterizes Martin, make this the perfect home for our Service Learning Community.

Healthy Lifestyle CommunityThis environment helps students make a commitment to positive personal growth, with the goal of increasing one’s overall wellness by enhancing a number of positive behaviors. The core of this community is the maintenance of a substance-free lifestyle. This substance-free co-ed-by-suite floor provides a supportive environment for students who share similar values regarding alcohol, drug and tobacco use and the negative effects of substance use/abuse on the residential community.

Alcohol-free social events along with educational activities and exploration of self-help opportunities will be offered. The residents in this community agree not to consume alcohol or return to the floor under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Students must sign a substance-free agreement before they can be assigned to a room on this floor.

The goals of the Healthy Lifestyle Community are as followsHelp students in making adjustments to college life.Meet and interact with peers.Set goals for academic and social success.Learn to be independent.Develop relationships with University staff.Assist students in leading a healthy lifestyle.

Floor-sponsored programs/activities will revolve around the eight dimensions of wellness:

Physical Emotional

Intellectual Environmental

Spiritual Social

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Sorority & Fraternity Life

At Your Service

Resident advisors, coordinators, hall directors, secretaries, desk assistants and custodians are here to help you feel right at home.

What’s a resident advisor? RAs are full-time students who are carefully selected and trained to be knowledgeable about university services and opportunities. The RA is there to help build a community where you can grow and succeed. Your RA will help you adjust to college life, keep you informed, get you involved and, most importantly, lend an ear when you need advice or assistance.

What’s a hall director? Trained in college student development, a hall director is a para-professional staff member who lives and works right in your residence hall. Each director supervises RAs and desk staff, advises student groups and oversees management of the building.

Room & Board Payments 2008-09

FALL SEMESTER

Billing Issued Thursday • September 4 First half due Thursday • September 18 Remaining balance due Wednesday • October 15

SPRING SEMESTER

Billing Issued Thursday • January 22 First half due Thursday • February 5 Remaining balance due Wednesday • March 4

ROOM RATES Per Semester

Residence Hall Double Room $1635Suite Style Room (CTW) $1685Break Housing and Suite Style (CTE) $1735Break Housing (Randall) $1685Greek Chapter Rooms (URN/URS) $1685Single Room (extra) $ 400University Heights Efficiency $ 285University Heights One Bedroom $ 350

MEAL PLANS Per Semester

20 meal plan $153015 meal plan $150510 meal plan $143314 + meal plan $160510 + meal plan $1533Block meal plan $1590(135 meals and $100 in points)

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Joining a fraternity or sorority is your opportunity to become friends with those who share

your interests, your values, and your future aspirations. UNK’s five sororities and seven

fraternities offer opportunities for leadership development, community service, scholarship,

and lifelong friendship. For more information, please indicate your interest on the

housing contract.

Housing Calendar 2008-09

FALL SEMESTER

8:00 am • Friday • August 22 Halls open 5:00 pm • Tuesday • November 25 Halls close for Thanksgiving* 10:00 am • Sunday • November 30 Halls open after Thanksgiving 5:00 pm • Friday • December 19 Halls close for fall semester*

*Except for break housing (CTE & Men’s)

SPRING SEMESTER

10:00 am • Friday • January 9 Halls open 5:00 pm • Friday • March 13 Halls close for Spring Break* 10:00 am • Sunday • March 22 Halls open after Spring Break 5:00 pm • Friday • May 8 Halls close for spring semester

*Except for break housing (CTE & Randall)

Terms and Contract Info Services & Conveniences

At UNK we are confident that you will find everything you need in your very own residence hall! Along with the variety of living environment options, each room is equipped with local telephone service, basic cable television service and high speed internet access. Each of our facilities also offers:

• Computer labs • Recreational facilities• TV lounges• Kitchens• Laundry rooms• Bike racks

Every hall manages a front desk operation, which serves as the hub of the community. From the front desk you can do the following:

• Receive your mail/packages• Purchase stamps• Get change for vending machine & laundry facilities• Check out vacuums, games, sporting equipment, etc.• Lock-out keys• Make photocopies

UNK’s dining services are conveniently located throughout campus. Students’ favorites include made-to-order sandwiches, soup and salad bars, International Reflections specialty bar, Kitchen Classics, Patty’s Grill and vegetarian entrees. Four different meal plan options are available, including:

block meal plan This plan gives students the flexibility of 135 meals plus $100 in points to use at any time during the semester at any of our facilities.

14 + meal plan This plan allows you to eat 14 of the 20 meals served weekly and adds on $100 in points for pur-chases at any of our facilities.

10 + meal plan This plan allows you to eat 10 of the 20 meals served weekly and adds on $100 in points for pur-chases at any of our facilities. 20, 15, or 10 meal plan Your choice of one of these plans allows you to eat that number of meals served weekly.

Students can also use their “+ plans or transfer their meal plans in the Nebraskan Food Court. Currently there are four fast food choices that include:

• Bamboo Asian Cuisine

• Taco Bell Express

• Coyote Jack’s Grill

• Starbucks

Other options are:

• Loper Express Convenience Store

• Jitters (in West Center)

• Starbucks Cafe (in the Fine Arts building)

Changes can be made to meal plans during the first week of every semester at the Office of Resi-dential and Greek Life.

Meal Plans

Lofts • Microfridges • Futons

STUDENT RESPONSIbILITY

The student must read all housing information provided before signing the housing contract. If the student is under 19 years of age, parent or guardian must also read all housing information provided before signing the hous-ing contract. By signing the contract, the student/parent understands and is obligated to abide by the terms.

CONTRACT PERIOD

This Contract is for the entire academic year (fall and spring semesters) or that portion which remains when a student contracts to enter the residence halls after the fall opening date. The student’s right to occupy the space assigned begins no earlier than 8:00 am on the designated date of opening and will terminate at 5:00 pm on the day of Spring Commencement.

CONTRACT CANCELLATION

The student guarantees payment of this contract and understands that the contract is binding for the full academic year. For any student living on campus, including University Heights and the Greek Chapter Houses, a cancellation charge of $500 will be assessed if he or she breaks the contract. For those students graduating, withdrawing from school, getting married, dropping below full-time status, or performing student teaching/academic internship, and military service requiring students to live outside the Kearney area (documentation may be requested), there is no contract cancellation. Returning students must cancel in writing to the Office of Residential and Greek Life by July 1 to avoid a $500 cancellation fee. Freshmen must live on campus the entire academic year.

FRESHMAN LIVE ON REQUIREMENTS

All full-time freshmen under the age of 19 on the first day of class in the fall semester are required to live in University housing for the duration of the academic year. The only exceptions to this requirement are if:(a) the student lives with his/her parents (or legal

guardian) within a 30-mile driving distance of UNK; (b) the student is married, a single parent, or has a

documented medical/mental health condition which makes it impractical to meet the housing requirement;

(c) the student will be living in certain off-campus facilities which approximate the educational advantages of residence hall living and meet specified requirements.

An exception will only be granted after the appropriate form has been obtained from and returned with supportive documentation to the Office of Residential and Greek Life for approval.

HOUSING ELIGIbILITY

Only enrolled students and designated guests of the University of Nebraska at Kearney are eligible for University housing. Students must maintain full-time student status at the University of Nebraska at Kearney to maintain eligibility for housing.

FAMILY HOUSING

Students who are married and/or have custody of children, please contact University Heights at 865-4811. Family living is not allowed in the residence halls.

bREAK HOUSING

CTE and Randall Hall will remain open during breaks for students already residing there. All other residence halls will be closed during breaks when classes are not in session. During such break periods, food service is not provided, guests are not permitted for security reasons and check-in/check-out is not permitted. Unless you are permanently assigned to CTE, or Randall Hall, break ac-commodations are NOT guaranteed. There is an addition-al charge per semester to occupy a break housing hall.

APPLICATION FEE

The non-refundable, one time application fee of $50 must be received with the Housing Contract before processing. The contract is valid and binding from the time it is accepted by the University through the end of the academic year.

HOUSING ASSIGNMENTS

The Office of Residential and Greek Life makes returning residents’ room assignments first, then assigns new students housing according to the date the Housing Contract and application fee are received in the Office of Residential and Greek Life. Room space will be assigned by the Office of Residential and Greek Life. The Office of Residential and Greek Life reserves the right to reassign the student’s room space. Housing assignments will be mailed in May. Your assignment letter will include: • hall and room assignment; • room status (double, single, etc.) • roommate name, phone number, and address.

NO-SHOWS

Any student not occupying his/her room by 5:00 pm on the first day of classes shall be considered a no-show and will have his/her contract cancelled at that time unless he/she has filed an official notification of delay of arrival (written notice submitted and accepted by Residential & Greek Life) by 5:00 pm on the first day of classes. No-shows who remain enrolled as students at UNK are required to be in compliance with the on-campus residency requirement.

SINGLE ROOMS

If space permits, single rooms will be made available for an extra cost.

CONTRACT CHANGES

Students may request to change rooms two weeks after the halls open at the beginning of both fall and spring semesters, and must have prior approval of the hall director(s) involved. Students assigned to a double room

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In your housing assignment letter, you will receive information about convenient services UNK pro-vides for your room that come with an additional

charge. Lofts, microfridg-es and futon arrange-ments can be made in advance and will be available to pick up on your move-in day.

For questions call 1-308-865-8519

Putting together a room with your roommate can be exciting and rewarding. There are many ways you can make your new residence hall feel like home. We allow decorations and furnishings that do not deface the room or create hazards for you and your hall mates. Some items for discussion with your roommate might be:

• television • audio equipment • carpet • posters • trash can

Each double occupancy room has:

• two twin beds • one desk area per person • telephone • one dresser/closet per person • window coverings • one telephone outlet• two desk chairs • one cable outlet • voice mail• all utilities • two computer ports for direct connection

* Microfridges may be rented and are permissible due to their power saving and safety features.

Items you may bring to UNK:

• towels • toiletries• first aid kit • sheets/blankets• laundry basket • pictures/posters • dinnerware • clock radio• throw rugs • plants• computer • printer• compact refrigerator • TV/VCR/DVD• stereo/CD’s • shower tote• hangers • PDA or planner• backpack • materials to loft • personal emergency kit your bed (according to

• flashlight UNK loft guidelines)

Items you cannot bring:

• Illegal drugs or drug paraphernalia• incense• microwaves*• alcohol• weapons• candles• any open coil appliance• pets (fish in a 10 gal. or smaller tank are permitted).

who have a roommate move out may choose:(a) reassignment to another room; (b) assignment of a new roommate; (c) assignment of the room as a single room;(d) to be consolidated by staff within the building. It is the responsibility of the resident to notify the Hall Director of their intentions. Failure to do so will result in being assessed the single room fee.

By federal law and University policy, room assignments cannot be made on the basis of race, color, religion, disability, national or ethnic origin, or sexual orientation.

ADMINISTRATIVE SURCHARGE

Students are allowed to change their room assignment once after the beginning of each semester. Each additional move requested by the student will be assessed the $50 administrative surcharge fee.

TEMPORARY ROOMS

In some cases it becomes necessary to assign students to “temporary rooms.” For example, a converted lounge or a large end room. As soon as space becomes available, students are assigned to a regular double room. The temporary spaces may not be equipped with all the furnishings of a regular room. If you are going to be assigned to a temporary arrangement, we will notify you before you arrive on campus. Residential and Greek Life further reserves the right:(a) same(b) To “triple” students in large rooms not designated or

furnished for permanent triple occupancy.(c) Assign students to converted lounges.Residential and Greek Life will require the student designated as the temporary assignee to move as permanent space becomes available. Any expense incurred by the student moving from a temporary space to a permanent space will be borne by the student.

OCCUPANCY

Rooms may be occupied only by the students to whom they are assigned.

TERMINATION OF CONTRACT

If any one of the following applies to the student:(a) is no longer enrolled as a full-time student;(b) fails to claim the room space assigned before 5 pm on

the first day of classes each semester;(c) fails to attend class for an extended period of time

without the consent of an authorized agent of UNK;(d) the behavior of the student is deemed not acceptable

in accordance with University policies and group living community standards;

(e) fails to maintain the room space assigned in a reasonable state of sanitation and neatness;

(f) willfully violates any policy or procedure as prescribed in the Housing Contract, contract terms or University publications;

(g) willfully fails to admit an officer/agent of the University for reasonable inspection or fails to comply with directions issued by an agent/officer of the University;

(h) has displayed behaviors that are harmful, threatening, and/or endangering to his/her own life and/or the welfare of others;

(i) is involved in tampering with fire protection systems;

(j) possess a firearm or any other weapon on University property;

(k) is involved in assault or bodily harm to another;(l) is involved in the use, manufacture, possession, and/

or sale of drugs on University property;(m) is involved in theft or possession of stolen property.Upon notice to the student, the Office of Residential and Greek Life may terminate the Housing Contract for any breach of contract by the student. The student will vacate the room within a time specified and pay all associated University charges and/or damages. Any student whose contract has been terminated for policy violations may be held responsible for full payment of the contract.

LIAbILITY/DISRUPTION OF SERVICES

The Office of Residential and Greek Life is not responsible for the continuation of housing, food, mail, custodial, heating, maintenance, or security service at normal levels in the event of disruptions of supplies and goods, a natural disaster, other emergencies, power, water – sewer inter-ruptions from on- or off-campus sources, or in the event of other casual events beyond the control or reasonable anticipation of Residential and Greek Life.

FOOD SERVICE

Food service is closed during holiday breaks and spring break. Students living in the residence halls must have a meal plan.

STUDENTS WITH DISAbILITIES

Students requiring special room accommodations because of a disability or medical condition need to contact the Office of Residential and Greek Life a minimum of eight weeks prior to the desired move-in date. Such early contact will allow for individual needs to be determined before the student arrives on campus.

HALL FEES

When you check into your assigned residence hall, you will be asked to write a check for $30. This will account for your:• Hall Social Fee ($10)• Residence Hall Association Dues ($10)• METS payment ($10)METS stands for Managing the Environment Through Students. Money from this account will offset common area damages that occur in the hall. Money that remains in thefund at the end of the year will be used to purchase hall improvement items that benefit the residents. These fees are non-refundable. Please see the Student Handbook for an explanation of fees.

ROOM ENTRY

The University reserves the right to enter a student room for the purpose of inspecting the premises when an authorized agent of UNK has reason to believe, including but not limited to the following: (a) housekeeping, maintenance and/or necessary repair; (b) occupant is at risk; (c) damage is being done to University property; (d) University policy as stated in the University Catalog,

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Your New Room

To Bring or Not to Bring

Your Room Assignment

We know choosing a college usually starts with the academic program and then quickly turnsto the creature comforts of home. These are some of the things that make living on campus a fantastic experience:

• Clean and safe facilities • Excellent dining services • High-speed wired and wireless internet, cable television, voice mail, caller ID • Convenience stores, coffee shops • Entertainment, sports, recreation • Employment opportunities • Convenient access to your classes, the Library, Union, Health & Sports Center• Hall staff that help you get connected to UNK• Social activities that help you make friends • Cultural activities that expand your horizons You will feel more connected to campus life because it’s much easier to join a late night study group, discuss world events over cappuccino or get in the spirit of a “Loper” game when you only need to stroll across campus.

Room and roommate assignments are made starting in May. We operate on a first-come, first-serve basis. The sooner you send in your complete housing contract, the better chance you will have at getting your desired hall. Assignment letters will include your campus address and phone number, your roommate’s information and move-in information.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLETING

HOUSING CONTRACT

SECTION IIResidence Hall and Room Type Preference:Mark the hall which is your first choice of assignment with a 1, followed by a 2 for your 2nd and a 3 for your 3rd choice of living assignment.

All residence halls listed are available to first year students; however, UNK has designated several special living environments on certain floors. If you are interested in living on one of these floors and qualify to live there, place a check mark on the appropriate line. Room assignments are prioritized by the date thecompleted contract and processing fee is returned. The $50 processing fee must be sent with the housing contract to be processed.

SECTION III Roommate Preferences:On the enclosed Roommate Preference Card, please print the name of your choice for roommate and include his or her NUID number. If you do not have a roommate preference, please fill out the Roommate Preference Card so that we can assign you a roommate from our applicant pool. Room changes can be made after the second week of every semester.

SECTION IVWeekly Meal Plan:Students living in the residence halls must have a meal plan. Meal plan information is included in the Residen-tial and Greek Life brochure. Please note that the “+” distinction behind certain meal plans indicates the addition of $100 of non-refundable value points which can be spent in any of the restaurants located on campus. Points do not carry from semester to semester.

TRANSLATIONThis is a binding contract, so before signing be sure you understand all the terms and conditions.

If you do not understand the terms and conditions please seek assistance for proper translation. For further information in English, contact the Office of Residential & Greek Life at 308-865-8519.

Esse é um contrato vinculativo, por conseguinte, antes de assiná-lo esteja certo de que todas as suas cláusulas e condições foram perfeitamente compreendidas.

INSURANCE

Students are encouraged to contract for personal property insurance coverage, as the University will not be responsible for loss or damage to personal property kept on University property.

LOFT CONSTRUCTION

Lofts/bunk beds are allowed in student rooms if inspected and safe, but are the full responsibility of the resident. The student MUST have the loft built by the end of the 1st week of classes each semester and must follow these procedures:(a) the resident submits a Loft/Bunk Construction Form to

the Hall Director (available at check-in and at the front desk);

(b) Residential and Greek Life personnel will inspect the construction;

(c) if repairs or changes need to be made, the resident is notified and given one week to comply;

(d) no furniture may be removed from the room;(e) no modifications may be made to the loft/bunk after

passing the inspection process.Loft guidelines may be obtained at the Residential and Greek Life Office.

DAMAGES

Students are responsible for damages to University property and will be assessed accordingly.

MAINTENANCE

Students are responsible for promptly reporting any maintenance concerns by completing a work order.

CHANGES AND CORRECTIONS

The University has made every reasonable attempt to make sure information contained herein is accurate at time of publication. However, we reserve the right to make corrections as necessary. Also, because Residential and Greek Life tries to respond quickly to student concerns and to facilitate the best possible housing program, we reserve the right to make changes in operations as needed. By way of example, such changes may include, but are not limited to, location and availability of certain special interest housing, changes in dining service hours and location of break housing halls. Every effort will be made to provide students notice.

POLICIES

The student is responsible for reading and abiding by all policies set forth by the University of Nebraska at Kearney, the Office of Residential and Greek Life, UNK Catalogue, UNK Code of Conduct, and subsequent written notices.

Residential and Greek Life Office (

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Campus Life

A residence hall is more than just a place to sleep. In fact, the essence of living in a residence hall really has nothing to do with the building, and everything to do with relationships.

A residence hall is meeting new friends and broadening horizons. It is getting to know people from different countries and backgrounds. It is learning how to live in a community with others. Ultimately, it is learning how to really care about those with whom you live.

Whether you are rooming with someone from home or someone you do not know, living with a roommate is an exciting opportunity to grow and learn.

Welcome to the residence halls, where learning comes to life. We invite you to live with us during this exciting time in your life and enjoy the most complete college experience that UNK has to offer. Living in one of the eleven residence halls puts you in the thick of college life. Your on-campus living experience includes dining and housing accommodations plus utilities, cable and broadband Internet. You’ll have support to accomplish your academic goals and lots of friends to join you in creating memories to last a lifetime!

Academic Success

The Office of Academic Success coordinates tutoring services provided by the Learning Strategies Office, and Student Support Services which offers assistance to students with disabilities.Gail Zeller, Director ................................................. 865-8988Learning Strategies:

David Brandt, Assistant Director ............................. 865-8214

Residential and Greek Life

The Office of Residential and Greek Life coordinates all campus housing and is dedicated to maintaining an environment conducive to educational and personal development.Rick Larsen, Director .............................................. 865-8519

Nebraskan Student Union

The Nebraskan Student Union provides services, conveniences, programs, and facilities designed to meet the individual and collective needs of the University of Nebraska at Kearney. The services of the facility are designed to enhance the quality of student life and contribute to the fulfillment of the University’s educational mission.Sharon Pelc, Director ............................................. 865-8523Antelope Bookstore ................................................ 865-8555Chartwells Dining Service....................................... 865-8428Nebraskan Welcome Desk ..................................... 865-8401Hair Salon ............................................................... 865-8926Student Government .............................................. 865-8395UNK I.D. Card Office .............................................. 865-8154

UNK Switchboard ................................................... 865-8441

Multicultural Affairs

The Office of Multicultural Affairs sponsors recruitment and retention programs for multicultural African American, Asian American, Hispanic American and Native American students including new student orientation, cultural celebrations, one-to-one and group counseling, scholarship information, and career counseling. Juan Guzman, Director........................................... 865-8127

Counseling and Health Care

The Counseling Center offers a variety of services to UNK students. These services include personal and group counseling, educational programs and presentations and a variety of health screenings by state-licensed therapists. On the Health Care side, fully licensed and qualified medical and nursing professionals and helpful office staff work together to provide for UNK student health needs. Also provided is education about preventative measures to maintain life-long good health.Counseling: LeAnn Obrecht, Director ..................... 865-8248

Health Care: LeAnn Obrecht, Director.. .................. 865-8218

Career Services

The Office of Career Services serves students, faculty, employers and the community as the primary resources for career development and job search. Their priority is helping students understand the relationship between self-knowledge and career/life choices.Nancy Kneen, Director ........................................... 865-8501

Student Life

The Student Life Office assists students, faculty, staff and parents with any issues or concerns that may affect a student’s ability to succeed at UNK. The student discipline judicial process and the UNK Student handbook, which includes the Student Code of Conduct, are coordinated through this office. The Student Life Office should be contacted if a student, parent, or faculty member has a concern about a student.Peter Longo, Interim Dean of Student Life ............. 865-8528

Brandon Benitz, Interim Asst. to the Dean of Student Life 865-1619

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Welcome Home!

Experience the World

UNK’s largest capital construction project is underway! The first of our “Suite STyle” residence halls is Antelope Hall, which opened in fall of 2007. Nexter Hall is currently under construction and will opeen in the fall of 2008. The new halls will house over 300 occupants and offer the latest in collegiate living including 2 or 4 private bedrooms and baths including mini-kitchens, free cable, free high-speed internet access, free phone and voice mail, elevators, paid utilities, a glass skywalk and much more. The location is in the heart of campus near the Union and Foster Field.

Contact InformationUniversity of Nebraska at KearneyOffice of Residential & Greek LifeConrad HallKearney, NE 68849

office (308) 865-8519FAX (308) 865-8714resilife@unk.edu

For more information on campus living, please visit our website at: www.unk.edu/offices/reslife

2008-2009 On-CampusHOUSING CONTRACT& Living Information

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Experience

Kearney!

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New RESIDENT HALLS FOR STUDENTS2008