On-Campus Living Guide - Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

On-Campus Living Guide
2 - WELCOME FROM UNIVERSITY HOUSING STAFF
Welcome New Eagles!
Congratulations on your acceptance to Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, the world’s leader
in aviation and aerospace higher education! Living on campus can be a significant and positive
part of the total university experience, and offers students the chance to grow as individuals and to
develop many long lasting relationships. Living with other students in the residence halls can also be
an important part of your overall success as a student at ERAU. Embry-Riddle believes that living on
campus, combined with academic support services, plays an important part in getting students off
to a great start.
Research shows that those who live on campus have higher grade point averages and are more
likely to graduate on time. We believe that the residence halls are more than a place to live; they
are also a place to learn. The departments of University Housing and Residence Life are
dedicated to making the campus living and learning experience the best that it can be for ERAU
students. This guide will give you an overview of living on-campus at Embry-Riddle and provide
answers to most of your questions. The information will also be helpful in planning your trip to
campus. We encourage you to read it carefully and keep it handy for future reference. It should
answer most questions you may have about living on campus.
We welcome the opportunity to assist you in any way with your university housing needs. Please
feel free to contact us or visit our home page on the Embry-Riddle Daytona Beach web site. Let
us know if we can help. We wish you the best with your preparations for college life. We look
forward to seeing you soon!
Sincerely,
University Housing Staff
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is proud to be a Tobacco Free Campus. University policy prohibits the use of
tobacco products anywhere on University owned or lease property including buildings, parking lots, and personal
vehicles. Questions regarding this policy can be address to the Office of Student Affairs.
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University Housing
At Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, University Housing is responsible for providing secure and comfortable
residence halls. Our office strives to create an on-campus living environment that supports the overall mission of the
University. Our professional and student staff oversee resident room assignments, room keys, check-in and check-out
procedures, room changes, room furniture, common area furniture, and appliances. Within the residence halls students
will meet our Hall Tour Ambassadors (HTAs) who are responsible for providing tours to prospective students throughout
the year.
Department of Residence Life
Residence Life is responsible for the education, development, and continual engagement of the students living on
the Daytona Beach campus. Residence Life strives to create an environment where residential students can
achieve success in and out of the classroom. Their staff is committed to providing students with the resources to help
make the college experience a successful one. Resident Advisors are undergraduate & graduate students who
live with a designated group of residents on a residence hall wing/floor. These students are available to help with
personal and academic concerns, plan social and educational activities for the residents, and leaders on campus.
About the Residence Halls
Approximately 2,000 students live in ERAU-managed residence halls. Many of our residence halls are just a few
steps away from dining areas, laundry facilities, campus convenience/book stores, recreational facilities, and more.
The convenience of living on campus and access to many university services are just a part of what makes living in
the residence halls a great experience, especially for new students. For a description of each residence hall with
pictures,
floorplans,
halls/index.html.
and
rates,
please
visit
http://daytonabeach.erau.edu/campus-life/housing/residence-
4 - PLANNING YOUR TRANSITION TO CAMPUS
What should I bring?
We encourage students to bring personal items, with a few
exceptions, that will make them feel at home. Students who are
confirmed to live in university housing may want to contact
their prospective roommate(s) before bringing large items such
as TVs. Although the residence halls are comfortable, space is
limited.
Single bed/mattress (extra long – 80 inches)
Individual desk with chair
Dresser
Lockable box or lockable drawer
Window coverings
Wood simulated laminate flooring
What about cooking/
appliances?
Air Condition units
The University provides a microwave and small refrigerator
in each room of all first-year residence halls. Students should
not bring additional large appliances. Coffee makers and hot
water pots are the only cooking appliances allowed in firstyear halls. Upper-class halls have kitchenette areas which allow
certain other items.
Internet outlet
(with exception of Chanute Complex)
Small refrigerator and microwave
Cable TV outlet
Wireless internet access
(with exception of Chanute Complex)
What should I not bring?
• Alcohol or drug paraphernalia
• Candles or lighting fixtures with open flames
• Cooking appliances except those previously listed
• Darts and dart boards
• Equipment for constructing lofts
Mattress pad and pillow
Blanket/bedspread
Towels
Laundry basket or bag
(University Housing provides equipment for lofts in some areas)
• Fireworks or explosives
Desk lamp
• Halogen lamps
Alarm clock
• Hookahs/Sheesha/Incense
• Pets of any kind
(with exception of fish in an aquarium of 10 gallons or less)
• Subwoofers/Surround sound systems
(Be mindful of the space you will be sharing with others. Please
do not bring speakers larger than desktop speakers.)
• Waterbeds/Mattresses
• Weapon or weapon replicas of any kind, including but not limited to
firearms, paint ball guns, airsoft guns, knives, & archery equipment
Personal cell phone or calling card
TV cable cord
Pad lock for security box/drawer
Cleaning supplies
(to clean your room and bathroom)
Small vacuum or dustpan/broom
• Wireless Routers (with exception of Chanute Complex)
Our residence hall rooms contain extra-long beds that require special linens to comfortably fit the mattresses. The EmbryRiddle Resident Student Association (E.R.R.S.A.) has arranged to conveniently provide these extra-long linens to our
residents. Students will receive a letter and order form in the mail that describes the products and special value packages that
are available. Make sure to order by the deadline to ensure that you will receive your linens at home before you depart for
campus. For more details, please call 1-800-957-4338 or check out this website: www.errsa.com, click on the red tab that reads
“order linens” located in the top right corner of the screen. Proceeds from the linen sales go toward funding student leadership
development programs.
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Roommate & Building Assignments
New incoming students are matched with roommates
using the information each student provides on the
“Roommate Preference” section of the Housing contract.
We anticipate that all students are honest in answering
these questions as our office attempts to match students
together who have answered these questions in similar
ways. We also attempt to group students who are in
the same degree program together in residence hall
areas. We do not guarantee a perfect roommate match,
but we do try to match students with other students who
have similar interests and academic goals.
New students who have submitted a housing contract
and housing deposit will be notified of their building
assignment prior to beginning of August. Notification will
include the roommate’s name, email, and phone number
(if available). Students are encouraged to contact their
roommate before leaving for ERAU. Roommates are
assigned without regard to race, creed, or national origin.
ERAU encourages and supports an appreciation of
diversity among students. Changes to room assignments
will not be made due to content from Facebook, Twitter, or
any other social networking website.
Establishing A Healthy Living Space
Before Coming to Campus:
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In the first few days of the semester, or before you move
in, talk with your roommate and agree on the details of
day-to-day living. Things to discuss include visitation,
sharing electronics, cleaning schedules, etc.
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Do not profile your new roommate via online social
networking sites or other means.
When You Get Here:
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Remember that there is no such thing as a “perfect” roommate. Getting used to living with anyone is
an adjustment, especially if you’ve had your own room at home.
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Remember that your roommate is adjusting to living with someone too, you! Keep in mind that a good
roommate relationship takes work from both of you.
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If your roommate is doing something that bothers you, talk it out and let your roommate know how you feel.
It is important to communicate with your roommate in order to avoid confusion & conflict.
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Keep an open mind, and make the most of your time in the residence halls!
6 – IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Semester Breaks & Holidays
ERAU residence halls are open during holidays throughout the year. Any student who stays during the
winter break between fall and spring semester must complete a Break Housing Form and be approved by
University Housing. There is a cost associated with staying in your residence hall room during the winter
break. Between all other semesters, all students must vacate the residence halls unless they are continuing with
an ERAU flight course (overflight) and have been approved or have received special permission to stay due to
extenuating circumstances. For further information, please contact University Housing.
Students who are returning to housing for the spring semester may leave their belongings in their assigned room
while they are away for the winter break. During the breaks between summer B & fall and spring & summer
A, students who are returning for the following semester may leave personal belongings in their room with
written permission from University Housing. Students who are not returning to housing for the next semester
must remove all personal belongings from the residence hall. Students who go home for the summer term(s) must
remove all belongings.
Although the University does not provide storage for students’ personal belongings, there are several private
storage businesses near campus. Many students share storage units for the summer months.
Living on Campus Beyond Your First Year
New first-year students are required to live on campus their first year at EmbryRiddle. ERAU requires all first year students who are 20 years of age or younger
to live on campus for their first year. To fill out a housing contract, visit
www.ERAUHousingApp.com. The housing contract will need to be filled out for
each year the student wishes to remain on campus. Campus housing is guaranteed
but not required for rising sophomores who submit the housing contract by the
established contract deadline. Students who wish to live in housing their
sophomore year must submit a contract on time and participate in the room
selection lottery that takes place in the spring semester. Information and
instructions will be distributed to student’s ERAU email. It is the student’s
responsibility to sign up and follow the process for securing a room in housing for
his/her second year.
Campus housing spaces for juniors and seniors are limited. Juniors and seniors are
assigned to housing on a space-available basis and are selected through a lottery
process. While every effort is made to house transfer students who want to live
on-campus we cannot guarantee housing due to space limitations.
Services Provided
Your housing rate includes a wide range of services in addition to the space and furnishings provided:
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All utilities are covered including: internet access, cable TV, and laundry services
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Courtesy phones and emergency phones are available throughout campus
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Lounges, study rooms, and other common areas are located in each area and cleaned regularly
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All residence hall common areas and bathrooms will be cleaned by university custodial staff
throughout the year (students are responsible for cleaning all other areas of their space)
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Safety & Security
ERAU seeks to provide students with the safest possible environment while living on-campus. Always remember that your
safety and security is a shared responsibility, so take advantage of the crime prevention and personal safety programs
available to you. ERAU Campus Safety Personnel patrol the campus regularly and work closely with the Residence Life
staff to educate students about their safety. Each residential facility is equipped with modern fire safety equipment and
door locks. All rooms in buildings are also equipped with “security boxes”, or lockable drawers which allow students to
bring their own locks, safely storing small valuables.
Staying Safe On-Campus
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Always keep your EAGLE-card with you. If you misplace your card you can get a temporary one from Campus
Safety, which is open 24 hours per day/7 days a week.
ERAU is an open campus; all residents should be cautious of unfamiliar people. Do not open your door if you do
not recognize the person on the other side and always call Campus Safety & Security if you suspect danger.
Students are strongly encouraged to keep their doors locked, even for a short time, and insist that roommates do
the same.
Bring a good quality lock for your individual lock box. These boxes can be used to store small valuables such as
wallets, keys, jewelry, etc.
Mark large valuables such as computers, laptops, or televisions with an identification number. Contact the ERAU
Campus Safety & Security Department for assistance. Remember to record this number for your reference.
Students who bring bicycles are required to register their bike with Parking and Traffic Services. Additionally,
students are encouraged to purchase a durable locking device, such as a “Kryptonite U-Lock”. Parking and Traffic
Services also offers the “Lease a Lock” program, which allows students to rent these locks.
Report lost/stolen keys to Housing & Residence Life immediately.
Take note that campus is equipped with several emergency “Blue Light” call boxes which students can use in case of
an emergency. When activated, the call boxes connect students with the Campus Safety Office.
Can I Bring a Car?
Students (including first-year students) who wish to bring a car to campus may do so. All
students must register their vehicles and purchase a vehicle registration decal for a $60
annual fee (fall through summer semesters). Students are encouraged to complete their
vehicle registration online via ERNIE before coming to the Parking Services Office to receive
their decal. Separate parking areas are designated for residential students, commuter
students, and faculty/staff. There are usually enough parking spaces for all students who
have cars, though parking may be limited in certain areas. Residential students should expect a
5-10 minute walk from parking areas to the residence halls. You may call Campus Safety at
386-226-6480 for a safety walking escort.
Do I Need A Car?
Not necessarily. Many students choose not to bring a car their first and second years at ERAU.
Unless you plan to work off campus, you probably will not need a car. All of the services,
supplies, and activities that most students need are available on campus. In addition, there are
shopping malls and fast food restaurants within walking distance to campus. Bicycles are a
popular means to navigate campus and the surrounding areas.
8 - RESNET: CONNECT & LEARN FOR YOUR FUTURE
The Residential Network (ResNet) serves students living in
campus housing. ResNet provides access to the internet,
e-mail, software installs, and online gaming for each student
living on the main campus. The internet at the Chanute
Complex is provided through Brighthouse Networks.
ERNIE, the University’s portal to campus information,
enables students to view online course material, grades,
GPAs, class and flight schedules, and the University
Calendar. In order to connect to ResNet, students must
supply their own computer and network card (which
Computer Assistance
Students may request help with their computer problems by visiting the ResNet office located conveniently in the
Student Village. ResNet Computer Assistants are trained to help residents connect their computers to ResNet in a
prompt and courteous manner.
RESNET INFORMATION CAN BE FOUND BY LOGGING INTO THE
ERNIE WEB PORTAL (WWW.ERNIE.ERAU.EDU) AND SELECTION
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY UNDER THE DEPARTMENT TAB
PC Recommendations for Computers on ResNet:
You are encouraged to use a computer system that meets or exceeds the recommended hardware and
software specifications below.
2.8gHz processor (Equivalent processor speeds
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DVD Writable drive
may vary by manufacturer and chipset)
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USB 2.0/3.0 External storage
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4GB RAM or higher
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100/1000 Ethernet connection
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250GB Hard drive
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802.11 b/g/n WiFi Network interface card
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1GB Video card memory
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Current version of Windows
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Additional Information
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Wireless networking is available in most academic locations. For wireless networking, please choose a
wireless network adapter capable of connecting to an 802.11 b/g wireless network (Wi-Fi certified card)
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Information Technology representatives are available to assist with connecting your computer to the network
by calling IT Support at 386-226-6990 or emailing [email protected]. RESnet Support is located in
Tallman Commons Room 122
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Additional Information Technology resources can be found by logging into the ERNIE Portal and
clicking on the Information
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Mail
Resident students receive mail through their ERAU campus mailbox. Box numbers are issued during orientation.
ERAU offers a full-service post office with regular weekly postal service hours. Parents or students who want to
ship belongings prior to arrival on campus should mail these items addressed to:
STUDENT NAME
NEW STUDENT
600 S. Clyde Morris Blvd.
Daytona Beach, Fl 32114-3966
Students With Disabilities
The Disability Support Services Office seeks to ensure equal access for students with disabilities on the Daytona
Beach and worldwide campuses. For those students who qualify, a variety of accommodations are available to
help you succeed. For more information, please contact Disability Support Services via phone at 386-226-7916 or
by email at [email protected].
Meal Plans
ERAU requires all first-year and transfer
students living on campus to purchase a
14 meal-per week plan for each of their
first two semesters. Meal Plan meals are not
cumulative. To find out more information regarding
Sodexo Dining Services, please visit their website
at http://daytonabeach.erau.edu/campuslife/dining/index.html.
Students with a current meal plan may also
purchase “Dining Dollars.” Dining Dollars can be
used like cash to purchase meals or snacks at any
campus dining location for up to a 10% discount.
Any unused balance of Dining Dollars at the end
of a semester is carried over and credited to the
next semester as long as the student is enrolled. A
variety of Meal Plans are also available to upperclass students. Students may add Eagle Dollars to
their Eaglecard via ERNIE.
Eating together with other students can be an important
and positive part of the college experience. A
comprehensive campus food service program is
available to students through ERAU Sodexo Dining
Services. Students may choose from eight dining
locations across campus, including the Student
Center Food Court, Chick- Fil-A, the Student Village
(buffet style), Flight Café, Einstein Brother’s
Convenience Store, the Landing Strip, Starbucks,
and Propellers Restaurant. Each food service outlet
features a wide variety of food choices including
cafeteria style hot meals, custom made subs, salads,
pizza, flame broiled burgers, international cuisine, and
more. Meals are available at one or more food service
locations from 7:00 a.m. until 1:00 a.m. daily.
ERAU Sodexo Dining Services makes every effort to meet the dietary needs of students. Special arrangements can be
made for particular dietary needs by contacting Dining Services at 386-226-6067.
Explore Daytona Beach - Your New Home!
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Daytona Beach hosts 23 miles of white sandy beach and is referred to as the “World’s Most Famous Beach”
Daytona International Speedway is known as the “World Center of Racing” and is home to NASCAR’s
most prestigious race: The Daytona 500!
Daytona Beach is a short drive away from other exciting cultural and educational experiences such as the
Ponce Inlet Lighthouse, the Marine Science Center, The Kennedy Space Center, and of course, Walt
Disney World and Universal Studios in Orlando Florida!