LIVING ON CAMPUS
ROOM CONDITION REPORT (RCR)
After move-in, students fill out a room condition report. In this report students can make a note of any wear and tear that may be in the room prior to moving in. This report will be reviewed during move out with a Resident Assistant. If any damages are in the room that were not listed in the room condition report, the student is then responsible for the damage charges they may occur.
ROOMMATE AGREEMENT
A roommate/suite mate agreement is both a process and a document whereby residents discuss how they will live with each other in their room and suite. Students are encouraged to complete a roommate/suite mate agreement with the assistance of the Resident Assistant. Failure to abide by the terms of an agreement among roommates/suite mates may result in student conduct action and/or other administrative action. Residents are expected to resolve disputes in a cooperative manner. Residents are encouraged to resolve their disputes using conflict resolution practices on their own or guided by the assistance of HRE staff. Here you will find some helpful resources on living with a roommate.
CLEANING
Residents will be responsible for obtaining cleaning supplies to maintain a clean-living environment within their assigned space. HRE will clean all residential spaces prior to student move-in and provide regular cleaning and sanitizing of public areas such as lobbies, hallways and elevator areas. Florida has a climate conducive to mold and mildew, and it is necessary to provide proper ventilation and humidification of rooms to prevent the growth of mold and mildew. Resident agrees to be responsible for properly ventilating and dehumidifying the room and suite/apartment and contents to prevent mold and mildew. More on the prevention of mold can be found here.
HEALTH AND SAFETY
Housing and Residential Education staff will conduct health and safety checks in each room, suite, and apartment at least once per semester, including the summer terms. Items that are prohibited, illegal to possess, or pose danger to the safety of the individual or residential community, or which violate state or federal laws, University policy or HRE policy, may be subject to disposal or removal at the request of HRE staff. The possession of illegal items may result in criminal prosecution, disciplinary action in accordance with the FAU Student Code of Conduct, Regulation 4.007, or both. For more information on items that are prohibited please visit the FAU Community Guide.
AMENITIES AND COMMON AREAS
We have two Get Wise Centers, one in Atlantic Park Towers and the other in Glades Park Towers, that serve as an after-hours academic resource and student support service. Additionally, each building has study rooms and/or lounges that can be accessed 24-7.
GETTING INVOLVED
STUDENT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Housing and Residential Education has some great opportunities to be involved in the Department! Once you are settled in, you can check out getting involved with different student employment opportunities such as Community Service Officers, Desk Assistants, and Resident Assistants. More information about these opportunities can be found here.
COMMUNITY COUNCIL
Each residence hall has a Community Council that advocates for the students and their questions, concerns, and recommendations. Each Community Council is advised by Housing and Residential Education professional staff members. RSA is comprised of members of Community Council. To get involved in Community Council simply visit the front desk of your building and they can provide dates of Community Council Socials & Information Sessions.
RESIDENT STUDENT ASSOCIATION (RSA)
RSA is here to make your transition into your new living arrangements enjoyable and unforgettable. RSA advocates for students of the residence halls and every year RSA puts on various programs for residents. They also take all comments, questions, and concerns to the Housing department for them to be addressed. More information about RSA can be found here.
NATIONAL RESIDENCE HALL HONORARY (NRHH)
NRHH is a premiere honorary organization dedicated to recognizing the top 1% of leaders living in the residence halls. NRHH acknowledges those leaders who always go above and beyond the call of duty making their collegiate experience living in the residence hall more than living in a “dorm”. NRHH was founded on the four pillars, in which each member strives to achieve through excellence in scholastics, role models of service, bestowals of recognition, and exercises of leadership. If you are interested in being part of NRHH or would like more information you can visit them here.