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Facts About Residence Hall Living at Roanoke College |
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- The buildings are called residence halls and not dormitories; you are part of the community.
- Unless requested otherwise, your first roommate at Roanoke College will be chosen for you; in subsequent years, you will choose your own.
- Every freshman hall has vending and snack machines.
- Furniture may not be removed from freshman hall rooms.
- Every room has a smoke detector.
- Every room has at least one window.
- Some rooms are carpeted.
- Every freshman hall has a lounge with a TV.
- Pets, other than fish, are not permitted.
- Tickets for current movies showing in area theaters can be purchased for $5.75 in the Colket Center (popcorn not included).
- Every freshman hall has a kitchen.
- It's not unusual to feel really homesick at first; hang in there and get involved.
- Every residence hall has laundry machines.
- Outdoor bike racks are provided (we recommend a Kryptonite lock).
- You may change rooms, availability permitting, after a 2-week period.
- There is no charge for changing rooms.
- Telephone, cable, voice mail, and computer hook ups are provided in each room.
- Free, unlimited Internet access is available.
- The College is not responsible for any loss or damage to personal belongings; report any valuables on your parents' homeowner's policy.
- Housekeeping services are provided for the buildings' common areas.
- Most every other new student feels nervous too!
- Microfridges (refrigerator/microwave units) are available for rent (you'll hear from the vendor this summer).
- If you'd like to purchase your own microwave, it must be 900 watts or less and UL approved.
- If you'd like to purchase your own refrigerator, it must be 3.9 cubic feet or less.
- The College does not provide linens.
- Beds are extra long, twin (you'll be contacted by On Campus Marketing, a company that sells extra long linens, later this summer). !All students are permitted to register cars ($35 per year).
- Parking is available for all students.
- All floors have a Resident Advisor, a student head resident (applications for RA positions are available spring semester).
- All resident students are members of their Residence Hall Council (elections for officers are held in September).
- Mac & Bob's is a favorite restaurant among students; owned and operated by a RC alumnus, it is within easy walking distance.
- There are plenty of restaurants, convenience stores, pharmacies, and discount stores within easy walking distance of campus.
- Most freshman halls have a live-in professional staff member called an Area Coordinator.
- All halls have formal and informal quiet hours.
- You and your roommate may not become best friends, but that's OK.
- The number for Campus Safety is 375-2310 (x2310 on campus); they are available 24 hours per day.
- Alcohol is not allowed in freshman halls, even if you are 21.
- Overnight visitors of the opposite sex are not allowed in freshman halls.
- All residence halls are smoke-free.
- Bring your hiking boots; the opportunities for outdoor adventures are numerous.
- The number for Domino's Pizza is 387-3030.
- Several computer labs are available on campus.
- A Campus Safety escort will be provided after dark if requested.
- Games, recreational and outdoor equipment, and VCRs are available for checkout.
- You'll meet lots of diverse people on your floor and in your hall and classes.
- Residence halls are closed during all College breaks.
- Resident students are required to purchase the meal plan.
- Residence halls remain locked 24 hours per day; you'll be issued a building and room key.
- There is no curfew (but treat this privilege wisely).
- It is not unusual to gain weight during your freshman year; check out the state-of-the-art Belk Fitness Center.
- Chances are your roommate's just as excited about meeting you; give him/her a call.
- You can always find a friendly face in the Roanoke College Community.
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