ROOMMATE RESPONSIBILITY
One of the primary and most dynamic residence hall relationships exists between roommates. This relationship will require personal adjustments in learning to live with another person in a limited space. Remember, a good roommate relationship needs continual attention and care.
Key components to a successful roommate relationship are:
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Communication |
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Respect |
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Compromise |
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A great starting point for all roommate relationships is a Roommate/Suitemate Agreement available from your Community Assistant. Situations in which conflict resolution attempts have been unsuccessful may require participation in mediation, specifically if you are requesting a room transfer/change.
Roommate Survey 2007
RESIDENTIAL LIFE MEDIATION PROGRAM
If you are struggling with communication or relationship issues with fellow residents, please alert our staff. There are several options that may support you. Please see your Community Assistant for assistance.
WHAT ARE SOME SIGNS THAT IT MIGHT BE THE RIGHT TIME TO TRY MEDIATION?
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You have tried talking about the problem with the person you are in conflict with and you can’t seem to get it resolved. |
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You are talking about the problem with other people - rather than the person with whom you are in conflict. |
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Either you or the other person are engaging in name-calling, insults, and personal attacks - rather than focusing on the problem itself. |
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Either you or the other person is retaliating by doing other unrelated harm to the person or his/her property. |
The biggest message we want to get across is that in order to have a productive and mutually respectful roommate relationship, communication is critical. When there are issues that arise, please alert your hall staff so we can assist you in finding a reasonable compromise. If at any point a person feels threatened by his/her roommate, please notify us immediately, as well as ASU Police.
FYRE - ( FIRST YEAR RESIDENTIAL EXPERIENCE)
Ten tips to help you achieve academic success in your first year at ASU
As you are continuing to adjust and transition to college life, we at First Year Residential Experience (FYRE) wanted to share ten tips to help you achieve academic success in your first year at ASU.
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Go to class. Even though college professors do not always take attendance, you will need to show up every day to have all the information you need for assignments and tests. |
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Always keep your syllabus handy. Professors may not remind you of upcoming assignments. In college, that is your responsibility. |
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Utilize office hours. Visiting your professor during office hours can help you be successful. You can discuss not only course content and grades, but also how to get the most out of your academic experience at ASU. |
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Do your best the first time. Professors rarely offer extra credit, so every test and assignment matters. Your grade may be based on only a few tests and assignments. |
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Do the homework and review concepts often. Many professors give cumulative tests in their courses. Expect fewer true/false and multiple-choice tests and more essay tests. |
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Actively participate in class. The college classroom is a dynamic environment where lively discussion and debate often occur. Professors expect you to engage in respectful dialogue. You will need to think critically about information and apply concepts, not just memorize facts or express opinions. |
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Be sure to make a friend in class. If you think you need to miss class, notify your professor. Professors expect students to obtain notes and syllabus updates from classmates. |
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Keep up with assigned reading. Professors may test you on information from the test book that was not discussed in class. |
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Use the ASU libraries. In addition to research materials and study space, you will find reference librarians who can assist you in developing research questions and identifying the most current resources available. |
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Take time to study. Full-time students should study between 24 and 36 hours a week, equivalent to a part-time job. Be sure to schedule study time and find a place you can study comfortably. ASU libraries or Learning Resource Center sites are options. Maximize your day, use the time between classes for studying. |
Remember to take advantage of the many resources available to assist you in having a successful first year residential experience.
PLAY GAMES ON CAMPUS!!
Game consoles can now be registered to go online via Ethernet. All you need to do to play your favorite RPG, FPS, or even a MMORPG is to visit http://www.asu.edu/registergames and click on the ‘register it with UTO’ link. The website will request you to submit your information along with the MAC address of your console. As always, if you have any questions or problems with the site, feel free to call the Residential Life Technology Center at 480-965-8565, Monday through Friday, from 8am till 5pm.
Thank you for your support
Residential Life Technology Center
BE A WELL DEVIL – Join the Live Well @ ASU Online Wellness Program
Learn more about your health while you receive personalized wellness recommendations and assistance. The Live Well @ ASU Online Wellness Program features the Personal Wellness Profile Health Assessment, an Online Wellness Center, and Wellness Coaching. ASU Wellness and Health Promotion is pleased to provide this new program for first year students currently enrolled at Arizona State University. Take three steps to enhance your health today.
Step One: Take The Personal Wellness Profile Health Assessment
Learn about your current health status and receive personalized wellness recommendation. Discover ASU wellness resources by taking an online health questionnaire; by receiving a personal wellness report; and by reviewing personalized links to ASU wellness resources based upon your helath status.
Step Two: Visit the Online Wellness Center
Increase your knowledge about health and wellness, learn how to improve and manage your health, and receive wellness resources by visiting the Online Wellness Center. On the Online Wellness Center, review monthly wellness themes and health sections, read articles, review handouts, and participate in health assessments, quizzes, and wellness challenges.
Step Three: Schedule an Appointment with a Wellness Coach
Receive assistance with reviewing your personal wellness report, set health goals and create a wellness action plan, and learn which ASU wellness resources will help you enhance your health by scheduling an appointment with a Wellness Coach. Register for Wellness Coaching at the Student Recreation Complex Administration desk and then meet one-on-one with a Wellness Coach.
Start Today! Go online to www.asu.edu/wellness.
*For additional information and assistance, please contact the ASU Wellness and Health Promotion Office at 480.965.4721 or email wellness@asu.edu
DID ANYONE NOTICE LOT 63 IS GROWING???
FYI, for anyone that was parking on the dead end street (better known as old Terrace Rd) North of Cholla Apartments, it is now part of Lot 63. What does that mean you ask? It means that without a Lot 63 or Residential Staff parking permit, you can expect a parking ticket.
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