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We don’t have any!
Dorm: A room for sleeping, especially a
large room containing a number of beds.
NCWC has Residence Halls!
Residence: A building used as a home.
“I pledge to conduct myself as an
honorable member of this community.
I will not lie, cheat, or steal, and I will
obey the rules and regulations of the
College. I further agree to report
others who violate this Pledge and
understand that I will be held
responsible for my failure to act. I
understand that if at any time, in the
judgment of the Honor Board or the
College, I have violated this Pledge,
that I could be removed from the
College community.”
Tip Line:www.ncwc.edu/tipline
LIVE IN PROFESSIONALS
• Janet Morrison, Collins Hall
• Jonathan Rice, Petteway Hall
LIVE IN PARA PROFESSIONALS
• 1 Resident Advisor (RA) Per Floor
DESK WORKERS
• 1 Per Hall During Visitation Hours
OTHER LIVE IN PROFESSIONALS
• Athletic Coaches
• NCWC Courtesy Officer
(RM Police Officer)
Requests indicated on the Housing
Application.
Due by June 24th to
JLangley@ncwc.edu
Students without a specific
preference will be matched based
on the personal information and
lifestyle preferences indicated on
the Housing Application.
Matches emailed 3rd week of July.
Friday, August 19th
10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Start at the Pearsall Library
Other Team Move In Dates:
• Cheerleaders: Aug. 8th (Tues.) – 1-3pm
• Soccer & Volleyball: Aug. 16th (Tues.): 10am-1pm
4 Traditional Style Halls
• Double Rooms Approx 14’ x 12’
• Extra Long Twin Bed (bunkable)
• Desk
• Chair
• Closet or Armoire
• Sink
All updated 2014,
1 fully renovated in 2013
1 new in 2015
3 Suite Style Halls
1 Off-Campus Residence Hall
Laundry: Card-operated front-loading
machines (2nd floor of each hall). Wash cycle
costs $1.50 and a dry cycle costs $1.25.
Climate Control: All room temperatures can
be individually adjusted (within a controlled
range).
Internet: 1 Ethernet port per student. Wi-Fi is
available, routers not needed and not
allowed.
Keys: Students are issued keys for their
room, front door and mailbox. No key deposit
is required, but there is a significant
replacement charge for lost keys.
Telephone Service: Phone service is not
provided. Students should bring a cell phone.
• Bed Linens (twin, extra-long)
• Mattress Protector
• Towels
• Shower Shoes
• Shower Caddy/Bucket
• Laundry Basket or Bag
• Hangers
• Toiletries
• Scissors & Sewing Kit
• Alarm Clock
• Desk Lamp
• Expandable Curtain Rod
• Laundry Detergent (liquid HE)
• Adjustable Window Screen (38-42” wide)
• Fan
• Area Rug
• PC or Laptop
• Iron (with automatic shut off)
• First Aid Kit
• Multi-Plug Strip with Surge Protector
Refrigerators & Microwaves:
Roommates are advised to coordinate
on this before arriving since only 1 of
each of these is allowed per room. Size
limits:
• Refrigerator - 4.0 cu. ft. & 1.5 amps
• Microwave - 700 watts
Cable Television:
Each room is equipped with cable
service (1 connection per room).
• Must have a digital TV with a QAM
tuner installed
Cars/Motorcycles:
No limitations but these must receive a
parking decal during Check-In.
Bicycles:
Bicycles are welcome and should be
securely locked on bicycle racks.
• Any item with an exposed heating
element
• toaster ovens, fryers, hot plates, grills,
traditional coffee pots, etc. *Keurig
and similar styled coffee pots are
allowed.
• Halogen lamps, candles, incense and any
item with an open flame, wick or that calls
for burning
• Any appliance over 1,800 watts
• Extension cords.
• Space heaters
• Computer Routers
*** Hoverboards ***
Neither alcohol nor tobacco are
allowed anywhere on the
NCWC grounds, including all
residence halls, townhomes and
NCWC leased housing.
Using or possessing illegal
drugs results in suspension.
• Lock doors at all times
• Do not prop front doors or
bathroom doors
• Escort guests
• Never share/loan keys
• Guests to 1st floor bathrooms
• Do not cover smoke detectors
• Maintain cleanliness
Students are expected to report
any individuals or incidents of
concern in a timely manner.
• Security: (252) 406-7928
• Duty Phone: (252) 813-1230
• 911 for life threatening
emergencies!
• www.ncwc.edu/tipline
• Consideration Hours 24/7
• Study Hours: 9pm (Su-Th),
12am (Fri-Sat)
• Visitation: 9am-Midnight (Su-
Th), 9am-2am (Fri-Sat)
• Overnight Guests – Same
Gender, Fri-Sat only
• Roommate Contract
FULL ACADEMIC YEAR
PERMISSION TO MOVE OFF
CAMPUS:
• 56 CREDITS AND A 2.5 GPA
Resident Plans
• 19 Cafeteria Meals/wk + $100
Flex/sem.
• 15 Cafeteria Meals/wk + $225
Flex/sem.
• 12 Cafeteria Meals/wk + $360
Flex/sem.
Commuter Plans
• Plan A: 40 Cafeteria Meals +
$35 Flex
• Plan B: 10 Cafeteria Meals +
$135 Flex
Student Handbook
http://www.ncwc.edu/student-
affairs/handbook.php
Details on Student Code of
Conduct in general and specific
Residence Life policies.
Residence Life
http://www.ncwc.edu/student-
affairs/residence-life/
Details on the Residence Life
program (building descriptions,
items allowed/not allowed, etc.)
Jessie Langley
Associate Dean of Students
(252) 985-5177
jlangley@ncwc.edu
Janet Morrison
Assistant Director for Res. Life
(252) 985-5548
jmorrison@ncwc.edu
Jonathan Rice
Area Director for Freshmen
Campus
(252) 985-5115
jrice@ncwc.edu

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Enjoying life in the residence halls orientation presentation january 2016

  • 1.
  • 2. We don’t have any! Dorm: A room for sleeping, especially a large room containing a number of beds. NCWC has Residence Halls! Residence: A building used as a home.
  • 3.
  • 4. “I pledge to conduct myself as an honorable member of this community. I will not lie, cheat, or steal, and I will obey the rules and regulations of the College. I further agree to report others who violate this Pledge and understand that I will be held responsible for my failure to act. I understand that if at any time, in the judgment of the Honor Board or the College, I have violated this Pledge, that I could be removed from the College community.” Tip Line:www.ncwc.edu/tipline
  • 5. LIVE IN PROFESSIONALS • Janet Morrison, Collins Hall • Jonathan Rice, Petteway Hall LIVE IN PARA PROFESSIONALS • 1 Resident Advisor (RA) Per Floor DESK WORKERS • 1 Per Hall During Visitation Hours OTHER LIVE IN PROFESSIONALS • Athletic Coaches • NCWC Courtesy Officer (RM Police Officer)
  • 6. Requests indicated on the Housing Application. Due by June 24th to JLangley@ncwc.edu Students without a specific preference will be matched based on the personal information and lifestyle preferences indicated on the Housing Application. Matches emailed 3rd week of July.
  • 7. Friday, August 19th 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Start at the Pearsall Library Other Team Move In Dates: • Cheerleaders: Aug. 8th (Tues.) – 1-3pm • Soccer & Volleyball: Aug. 16th (Tues.): 10am-1pm
  • 8. 4 Traditional Style Halls • Double Rooms Approx 14’ x 12’ • Extra Long Twin Bed (bunkable) • Desk • Chair • Closet or Armoire • Sink All updated 2014, 1 fully renovated in 2013 1 new in 2015 3 Suite Style Halls 1 Off-Campus Residence Hall
  • 9. Laundry: Card-operated front-loading machines (2nd floor of each hall). Wash cycle costs $1.50 and a dry cycle costs $1.25. Climate Control: All room temperatures can be individually adjusted (within a controlled range). Internet: 1 Ethernet port per student. Wi-Fi is available, routers not needed and not allowed. Keys: Students are issued keys for their room, front door and mailbox. No key deposit is required, but there is a significant replacement charge for lost keys. Telephone Service: Phone service is not provided. Students should bring a cell phone.
  • 10. • Bed Linens (twin, extra-long) • Mattress Protector • Towels • Shower Shoes • Shower Caddy/Bucket • Laundry Basket or Bag • Hangers • Toiletries • Scissors & Sewing Kit • Alarm Clock • Desk Lamp • Expandable Curtain Rod • Laundry Detergent (liquid HE) • Adjustable Window Screen (38-42” wide) • Fan • Area Rug • PC or Laptop • Iron (with automatic shut off) • First Aid Kit • Multi-Plug Strip with Surge Protector
  • 11. Refrigerators & Microwaves: Roommates are advised to coordinate on this before arriving since only 1 of each of these is allowed per room. Size limits: • Refrigerator - 4.0 cu. ft. & 1.5 amps • Microwave - 700 watts Cable Television: Each room is equipped with cable service (1 connection per room). • Must have a digital TV with a QAM tuner installed Cars/Motorcycles: No limitations but these must receive a parking decal during Check-In. Bicycles: Bicycles are welcome and should be securely locked on bicycle racks.
  • 12. • Any item with an exposed heating element • toaster ovens, fryers, hot plates, grills, traditional coffee pots, etc. *Keurig and similar styled coffee pots are allowed. • Halogen lamps, candles, incense and any item with an open flame, wick or that calls for burning • Any appliance over 1,800 watts • Extension cords. • Space heaters • Computer Routers *** Hoverboards ***
  • 13. Neither alcohol nor tobacco are allowed anywhere on the NCWC grounds, including all residence halls, townhomes and NCWC leased housing. Using or possessing illegal drugs results in suspension.
  • 14. • Lock doors at all times • Do not prop front doors or bathroom doors • Escort guests • Never share/loan keys • Guests to 1st floor bathrooms • Do not cover smoke detectors • Maintain cleanliness Students are expected to report any individuals or incidents of concern in a timely manner. • Security: (252) 406-7928 • Duty Phone: (252) 813-1230 • 911 for life threatening emergencies! • www.ncwc.edu/tipline
  • 15. • Consideration Hours 24/7 • Study Hours: 9pm (Su-Th), 12am (Fri-Sat) • Visitation: 9am-Midnight (Su- Th), 9am-2am (Fri-Sat) • Overnight Guests – Same Gender, Fri-Sat only • Roommate Contract
  • 16. FULL ACADEMIC YEAR PERMISSION TO MOVE OFF CAMPUS: • 56 CREDITS AND A 2.5 GPA
  • 17. Resident Plans • 19 Cafeteria Meals/wk + $100 Flex/sem. • 15 Cafeteria Meals/wk + $225 Flex/sem. • 12 Cafeteria Meals/wk + $360 Flex/sem. Commuter Plans • Plan A: 40 Cafeteria Meals + $35 Flex • Plan B: 10 Cafeteria Meals + $135 Flex
  • 18. Student Handbook http://www.ncwc.edu/student- affairs/handbook.php Details on Student Code of Conduct in general and specific Residence Life policies. Residence Life http://www.ncwc.edu/student- affairs/residence-life/ Details on the Residence Life program (building descriptions, items allowed/not allowed, etc.)
  • 19. Jessie Langley Associate Dean of Students (252) 985-5177 jlangley@ncwc.edu Janet Morrison Assistant Director for Res. Life (252) 985-5548 jmorrison@ncwc.edu Jonathan Rice Area Director for Freshmen Campus (252) 985-5115 jrice@ncwc.edu

Editor's Notes

  1. The dictionary defines a dormitory as “a room for sleeping, especially a large room containing a number of beds.” It defines a residence as “a building used as a home.” Just as more occurs in a home than just sleeping, more also occurs in a residence hall. The professional and semi-professional staffs of the residence halls provide programming, tutoring, socializing, counseling, emotional support, discipline, leadership skills acquisition and a myriad of opportunities to grow and develop. Over the years, residence hall staffs have come up with a number of acronyms to illustrate the difference. For example, “DORM” stands for “Dismal Ordinary Room of Mine”. “RESIDENCE HALL” stands for "Really Exciting Sensational Individually-Designed Enlightening New College Experience that Houses an Abundance of Life and Love.” There is an old story about a wealthy jeweler on a cruise. She compliments the captain on his wonderful boat. The captain explains that it is not a boat; it is a ship. However, over the next few days, the woman continues to refer to the vessel as a boat. The captain, not the most patient of people, finally says to her, “Madam, if you are going to continue to call this a boat, than I must counter by calling those expensive pearls you are wearing ‘beads’ and that fine steak you are eating as a piece of meat.” While all ships are, in fact, boats, all boats are not ships. A boat goes from one place to another on the water. There is much more occurring on a ship. All pearls may be nominally beads, but not all beads are pearls, and all steaks are meat, but not all meats are steak. Ships, pearls and steaks are the higher, more special versions of those items, as are residence halls. A residence hall affects the lives and personal development of the students who live there. Living on campus in a residence hall has the potential to impact the student, both academically and personally, more than anything else in the university with the exception of the primary curriculum system. That’s why Tier One universities have residence halls, not dorms. http://www.uh.edu/af/news/August11/housing2.htm Univ. of Houston
  2. Hall Programming Partnerships Interactions with others, learning life skills!