Frequently Asked Questions
Q. When are
housing assignments mailed out?
A. Housing assignments are emailed in mid to late July – we
do this to give students an opportunity to select roommates
during the June orientations.
Q. Can I live with my friend?
A. Feel free to request a roommate - the request must be
mutual, so we need a request from both parties. We also need
to know which is most important: your roommate request or
your building selection. We honor the contract date of the
later of the two contracts received to determine building
placement. Submit the request in writing, mail, fax, or
email (or fill out a form in our office during orientation)
at reslife@sau.edu.
Q. What if I don’t like my roommate?
A. If you have troubles with a roommate share your concerns
with the RA of your floor. The RA will work with the Hall
Director to find a solution in everyone’s best interest.
Q. What if I did not get my first choice of housing?
A. We keep a list for students that are not placed in their
first choice of housing. As openings occur we contact
students based on the date the contract was received to
discuss the possibility of moving.
Q. How do I change my housing?
A. Request a change in writing (email is fine) and we will
try to accommodate you based on availability and the housing
process (contract received date is first priority).
Q. Can I get a single room?
A. Based on availability.
Q. Do the rooms have carpet?
A. All rooms except Hayes Hall are carpeted.
Q. I have allergies so is Davis right for me?
A. Yes, you can live in Davis if you have allergies. You
need to submit a note from your physician outlining any
medical conditions that require special accommodations, such
as A/C. The air conditioner cannot be more than 115
volts, or between 5,000-6,000 BTU’s & less than 6 amps. The
air conditioner will be installed by SAU's Physical Plant
department for safety reasons. As a student, you must supply
a physician's note for APPROVAL by our staff as well as the
A/C unit.
Physician’s documentation should be submitted to the
Residence Life Office (attention Ria) prior to move in.
Q. What happens if I get in trouble?
A. Students are documented in an incident report for an
alleged violation of campus policy. This incident report is
sent to your Hall Director to discuss the situation with
you. An appropriate response is decided based on your input
and in consultation with the student handbook. Our goal is
to have an educational response to policy violations.
Q. What is a Hall Director (HD)?
A. The supervisor of a residence hall, the Hall Director is
a full-time professional staff member and a great resource
for parents and students. The HD not only supervises RAs,
but also focuses on hall safety and improving the overall
experience of residents.
Q. What is an RA?
A. An RA or Resident Assistant is a student staff member
living in the residence hall. They work to create a
welcoming and positive community. RAs are a trained to
assist with academic, personal, and behavioral problems.
They help residents develop holistically and act as a
resource to answer questions and offer sound advice. The RAs
also enforce campus policy (e.g. quiet hours, visitation,
alcohol, etc).
Q. Is there storage in the halls for my bike?
A. Unfortunately, the residence halls do not have space for
bike storage.
Q. How early can I move in?
A. Some students are required to move in early based on team
or campus work obligations. Early move ins are kept at a
minimum as Residence Life staff use the time before halls
open for training. If you are not required to move in early,
you are welcome to move in on August 22nd. Specific check in
times will be included in your assignment letter sent in
July. Those required to move in early will be notified with
specific information by their coach or supervisor.
Q. What can I expect move-in day?
A. Welcome Week starts on Friday, August 22nd when the
residence halls open at 9:00 a.m. Check in at your assigned
residence hall where you will be greeted by staff and find
move in assistance. You will receive your room keys and meet
your RA and HD.
Q. What is a good gift for a student living in a
residence hall?
A. A full length mirror, quarters for laundry, a gift
certificate to Hy-Vee (local grocery store), Target,
Wal-Mart, or a local restaurant. Also consider decorations
or posters.
Q. How do I change
my meal plan?
A.
Meal plans may be changed in writing now thru the 2nd week of
classes. Please stop into the Residence Life Office.
Q. Can I come in and look at a room in a particular building this
summer?
A. We have
staff available Monday through Friday from 8- 4:30 p.m. that can assist
you with viewing a show room in Davis, Bechtel or Cosgrove. Please call
ahead to schedule an appointment.
For other questions, please contact the Residence Life
Office at 563/333-6258.
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