Welcome Home, Lions! Sunday, August 16, 2015

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1 Welcome Home, Lions! Sunday, August 16, 2015

2 Before your Arrival Before you arrive at Move In Mane-ia Manage your Student ID You must carry your student ID with you at all times on campus you will need it when picking up textbooks and much more! Campus Card Operations will be set up at Move In Mane-ia to issue cards to those students who have not already received a card. Visit southeastern.edu/lagniappe to add Lion s Lagniappe dollars to your account for use at vending machines, laundry machines, etc. Register your vehicle If needed, submit your registration to park your vehicle on campus through LEOnet under Vehicle Registration. You must complete your $45 vehicle registration payment to pick up your parking pass. Pack your supplies for your new home A complete list of items to bring is available on our website at southeastern.edu/liveoncampus. Be sure to review regulations regarding wireless routers and television compatibility (southeastern.edu/chartertv) to make your move to campus convenient for your technology needs. Set up instructions for your tv are also available via this website. Bring a surge protector to protect your technology and painters tape if you would like to hang decorations in your room. Purchase any needed supplies from On-Campus Marketing University Housing, in conjunction with On-campus Marketing, coordinate move-in care packages, final exam care packages, and linens purchases. These kits are filled with delicious snacks and energy boosters which can be purchased by family and friends and will be delivered to your student. Order forms were mailed to your home address or you can reach OCM at For more information about the Linens or Care Package Programs, visit the links on our website southeastern.edu/liveoncampus. Purchase Personal Property Insurance/ Renter s Insurance The University is not responsible for your property in case of theft or damage. Property that you bring to school may be covered by your family s homeowners insurance. Your family should check with their agent to verify. If not, purchasing renters insurance is strongly recommended. Communicate with your roommate University Housing plans to roommate names and addresses in early July to your university webmail account. Connect with your roommate and discuss plans for your room. A sample list of items typically discussed by roommate can be found on our roommate agreement form located here: southeastern.edu/ roommateagreement. Resident Guidebook: Review the policies and procedures for living on campus before arriving. Resident Guidebook is available at southeastern.edu/liveoncampus. Complete Fee Payment Please remember that all fees must be paid before you can check-in to your new home or pick up your rental textbooks. Payment options are : 1. Payment in Full (Log on to LEONET to pay your balance). 2. Anticipated Financial Aid adequate to cover the balance. 3. Southeastern Payment Plan set up with the processing fee and first installment paid. For more information about payment plans, check out

3 Managing your Move-In What to expect Move In Mane-ia Day We are excited to welcome you to campus! Our welcome celebration and checkin event for new students Move In Mane-ia is scheduled for Sunday, August 16, 2015 from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm in the New Student Union. Resident students and their families will meet their RA, pick up their keys to their new home and participate in this one-stop shop of information and services available to our resident students for the academic year. Your assigned arrival time is listed on the enclosed letter. Enjoy exclusive hours with our campus partners The departments below will hold exclusive hours for residential students to conduct business during Move In Mane-ia. Take advantage of this time. Office Hours Location University Parking Office (Parking Tags) 10 AM 3 PM Pride Hall Textbook Rental 9 AM 4:30PM North Campus University Bookstore 9 AM 3 PM Student Union Dining Services Taco Bell: (10 AM - 5 PM), Mooyah: (10 AM - 5 PM) Union Market: (9 AM - 5 PM) Student Union Your Room Assignment & Roommate Most students will meet their roommate at Move In Mane-ia. Assignments have been made based on the information you provided on your application and on the availability of rooms at the time of your priority date. Roommates were matched according to your answers on your application. Requests to change Residence Halls, rooms, or roommates will not begin until two days after the first day of school. This will give you the opportunity to get to know your roommate and the environment before deciding if you really want a change. Your RA will have information needed to request a change. Unable to attend Move In Mane-ia? You may check-in August 17 or 18 between 9AM and 3PM at the University Housing Office in Pride Hall. Students who do not claim their assignment by August 19 are considered a no-show and their space is reassigned.

4 For an interactive map, visit Students can also download the Southeastern App to their smart phone for additional interactive features. Use this QR Code to access our campus map from your phone. Village M 55 Mapping out your Route Anticipate short delays when dropping off your student s belongings. Once the vehicle has been unloaded, please move the vehicle to the overflow lots to allow other students to unload. Recycle cardboard in designated areas in each hall/ area. Each facility contains spaces for aluminum, plastic and paper recycling. Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated. Water stations noted on map. Lift items allowing your knees to do the work instead of your back. Hand-trucks and items with handles or wheels are helpful when moving. Arrive to campus before your check-in time? Shop for move-in items (soap, towels, desk lamps, bedding, etc). Southeastern Bookstore located in Student Union Walmart Super Center 2799 W Thomas St, Hammond, LA Target 2020 Hammond Square Dr, Hammond, LA Water station Water station Cardinal Newman

5 Traditions Week Events Coordinated by the Division of Student Affairs Join us for Traditions, the official kick-off to the fall semester. Explore all of the exciting ways to get involved, meet new people, have fun, and get connected to the Southeastern way of life! ABBREVIATED TRADITIONS SCHEDULE Sunday, August 16 th * Move-in Mane-ia, 9am-3pm Sponsored by Student Housing * Decorate Your Residence Hall Room Contest Post a pic of your newly decorated room (See page 6 of this guide for details.) * Resident Assistant Introductions, 6:45pm Meet your RAs in the lobby and walk to the Luau together. * Welcome Back Luau, 7:00pm, Rec Center Free food. Slip and Slide. Games. Fun. Sponsored by Campus Activities Board Monday, August 17 th * Taking Care of Business, 9am-12pm - Textbook Rental, Financial Aid, Parking Pass - Gear Up at the University Bookstore * Organizational Events, 10am-6pm (See website for full listing of org events) * Check Out the Rec, 10am-10:30am Get to Know REC Sports and Wellness Tour the Pennington Activities Center * Ride the Lion Traxx to Hammond Square Mall Pick up in Friendship Circle at 10:30am Pick up from Hammond Square Mall at 12:30pm Sponsored by Shuttle Services * Dive-in Movie, 2pm-4pm, At the Kinesiology and Health Studies Pool Sponsored by Campus Activities Board and Rec Sports and Wellness * Residence Hall Section Meeting, 7:00pm * Paint Party, 7:30pm, Lee Field Sponsored by Hall Council For the full Traditions schedule, visit the Office of Student Engagement website at Tuesday, August 18 th * Mandatory Freshman Success Day (You will receive more information from the University regarding this mandatory academic portion of the day.) * Strawberry Jam, 5:30pm - Football Practice Finishes, 6pm - Your 1st Storm 30 led by the Cheerleaders, Dance Team, and Band at Friendship Circle - All Fall Athletic Teams will be present - Free Food and Music Wednesday, August 19 th Thursday, August 20 th * Just Ask Me Tents, 7am-3pm, Quad The DSA Leadership Ambassadors will be on the Student Union Quad the first two days of school to answer any questions you may have. Monday, August 24 th through Thursday, August 27 th * DSA Departmental Fair in the Mall * Athletic Events * Student Organization Fair in the Mall * CAB Movie Presentation: The Avengers * Career Services Fall Part-Time Job Fair * Multicultural & International Student Affairs Let s Get it Started Lion Up for an amazing year at Southeastern!

6 Using Campus Resources #BestDressedDen Receiving Mail and Packages You may request a mailbox through the University Housing Office in Pride Hall. Mail should be addressed to: RESIDENT NAME SLU 1-(Assigned P.O. Box Number) HAMMOND, LA Register your Bicycle: If you choose to bring a bicycle to campus, register it with University Police in Pride Hall. Bicycle locking stations are located near each facility for your convenience.; you will need to provide your lock. Follow us and tag a photo of your new room on Twitter Settling Into Campus Life Scooters, Skateboards and other coasting devices: You are welcome to use your skateboard or other coasting device for transportation on campus. However, using skateboards and other coasting devices is not allowed within the buildings. Visit southeastern.edu/resources/policies/ to review the University s Policy on Coasting Devices. Laundry Facilities located in Zachary Taylor, Hammond Hall, Washington Hall, Louisiana Hall, Southeastern Oaks Commons and Greek Village. You must use Lion s Lagniappe on your student ID to pay for laundry use. See image on the right for help loading Lion s Lagniappe. Find your laundry facility: Hammond Hall Laundry: Tangipahoa & Hammond Hall Residents Louisiana Hall Laundry: Taylor, Pride, Livingston & Louisiana Hall Residents Washington Hall Laundry: Washington & St. Tammany Hall Residents Greek Village Laundry: Building M, Greek Sorority and Fraternity House Residents Southeastern Oaks Commons Laundry: Southeastern Oaks Residents Cardinal Newman Laundry: Cardinal Newman Residents or Instagram (see page 8 for how to find us) using the hashtag above. The winner of a shopping spree to the University Bookstore will be announced on Monday, August 17 at the Hall Council Paint Party.

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8 Managing your first semester Assistance after Move In Mane-ia If you experience a challenge while living in the residence halls, please talk with the Resident Assistant (RA) on your floor. The RA, a paraprofessional staff member, receives intensive training and is well equipped to handle most issues. The RA can also provide referral resources. Our staff is eager to help and create an enjoyable on-campus living experience for you. We look forward to getting to know you over the next academic year and making Southeastern your home away from home. Additional resources for support include: University Police Counseling Center Controllers Office Campus Dining Campus Card Center for Student Excellence Contact University Housing Mailing Address: SLU Hammond, LA Phone: (985) Office: Pride Hall Address: universityhousing@southeastern.edu facebook.com/southeasternuniversityhousing twitter.com/sluhousing Mark your calendar August 16-21: Traditions Week: see southeastern.edu/traditions August 17: Floor Meetings with your RA. Hall Council Paint Party between St. Tammany and Louisiana Halls. August 19: First Day of Classes September 7: Labor Day; no class September 12: Family SLU vs. Florida Tech game. See southeastern.edu/ familyday for schedule. October 1-2: Fall Break; no class October 17: Homecoming Game; SLU vs Stephen F. Austin October 28: Oktoberfest event November 25-27: Thanksgiving Break; no class December 7-11: Final examinations December 18- January 4: Winter Break: All Buildings will close except Taylor Hall and Housing options on North Campus.