Frequently Asked Questions

Are first-year students allowed to have cars?

First-year students are allowed to have cars, and like everyone else with a car, each person must obtain a parking permit. Parking permits are issued from the Safety Office next to Building 17. Due to space concerns, we ask that students park only one vehicle on the campus.

Are students responsible for cleaning their own living areas?

Yes. Students are responsible for sharing responsibilities with their roommates and suite/apartment-mates. Students can contact the Resident Assistant in their building if they want to check out a vacuum cleaner. Health and Safety Inspections are conducted on a regular basis by RAs to ensure that bedrooms and shared spaces are kept in a neat and sanitary manner at all times. Residents living in rooms that are repeatedly found in sub-standard condition may be subject to judicial action.

Are there facilities for washing and drying clothes?

Laundry facilities with card-operated washers and dryers are available in Halls 1, 3, 9 and M-200. In order to operate the laundry system students must have an Eagle Card (issued during New Student Orientation). Students can add any amount of money to their Eagle Card online via Blackboard (under the Eagle Card tab) or through the Cashier's Office in building 13. Your Eagle Card will be debited $1.05 to wash a load of laundry and $0.65 to dry. Should a student lose an Eagle Card or be unable to add funds to it when in a laundry jam; we will have a limited number of machines that will accept coins or Eagle Card. Please be advised, however, that when coins are used, it will cost $1.25 to wash and $0.75 to dry.

Does the University provide storage for students over the summer break?

We do not offer storage for students over summer break; however, students' belongings can remain in the room over both winter holiday and spring break.

How many people will share a bathroom?

Depending on the hall, 2 to 6 people share a bathroom.

Freshmen

• Mingus Mountain Halls 1-4, 6 residents per 2 bathrooms

Upperclassmen

• Village Single Suites, 2 residents per bathroom
• Village Apartments, 4 residents per bathroom
• Mingus Mountain Halls, 5 - 6 residents per 2 bathrooms

Is the University responsible for my lost or damaged belongings?

The University is not responsible for students' personal belongings. We recommend students acquire renters insurance. Students should check with their parent/parents' homeowners' insurance company to see if they are covered while away at college. It is recommended that students get their personal belongings such as TVs and computers engraved and a copy of the serial number are kept in a safe place.

May I cook in my room?

While we generally discourage cooking in rooms without kitchen facilities, you may bring a rice cooker, crock pot, or coffee maker. You will have use of a University provided microwave and compact refrigerator (4.5 cubic feet or smaller). Other cooking appliances such as hot pots, electric frying pans, non-University provided microwaves and refrigerators, or anything with an exposed heating element or open flame are not permitted due to fire and safety hazards.

May I decorate my room?

Yes! In fact, you are encouraged to personalize your room. While painting and other physical modifications to existing room structures are not allowed, you may add limited furniture, plants, posters, etc.

Please remember that nails and other items that will put a hole in the wall are not allowed. If you have question about what to use to hang posters, please call Housing and Residence Life at 928-777-3744.

Please keep in mind that due to limited storage, you must keep all original room furniture in your room. It may be a good idea to contact your new roommate before deciding on a decorating scheme. Due to fire and safety regulations, building lofts or other raised platforms are not permitted.

What if I am "written up" for breaking a policy?

The University and Housing and Residence Life policies and procedures are in place to ensure an academic environment where everyone is able to thrive. If a student violates a policy, then he/she will have a discussion with a University judicial officer. During the meeting the student will be able to tell his/her story.

The goal of the judicial process is to educate students on appropriate behavior and how their behavior impacts others. It is an administrative and educational process, not a legal and punitive one. For further information on the judicial process and dorm rules and regulations, please review the Students Rights and Responsibilities.

What if I don't want all the furniture in my room that the University provides?

The furniture that is in your room needs to stay there. Housing and Residence Life does not have the necessary storage space for extra furniture. Any furniture that is not in the room when a student checks out will be billed to the student(s).

What if my roommate and I can't get along?

Although roommate assignments are considered permanent, should problems arise, talk with your RA or Area Coordinator. RAs are able to help students work through most roommate issues. If a solution is not possible an Area Coordinator may approve a room change, but only if no solution is possible or previous attempts have failed. Room changes are subject to approval of the Area Coordinator and are limited by available space. No room changes will occur in the first two weeks of each semester. This waiting time allows Housing and Residence Life to verify occupancy.

What items will Embry-Riddle furnish for my room?

Each student will be furnished with an extra long twin bed (36"x80", which requires extra long sheets), closet space, chest of drawers with shelf, desk, chair and window coverings.

What other appliances may I have in my room?

We encourage students not to bring everything from home with them, and to try to keep appliances and electronic entertainment to a minimum. Academics, events, socializing, and outdoor activities are likely to keep you quite occupied. However, permitted items include stereos, TVs, computers, hair dryers, curling irons, clocks, etc. To avoid duplicate purchases, you are encouraged to contact your roommate before bringing larger items like TVs or stereos. Items that may pose a fire or safety hazard, including halogen lamps, are prohibited. Satellite dishes are also prohibited. See Electrical Appliances in the Housing and Residence Life Guidebook for a complete listing of permitted and prohibited appliances.

When will I find out about my fall room assignment?

In early August, we will send each new student official notification confirming room assignment, mailing address and roommate's name and phone number.

Who is responsible for damages?

Any damages are charged to the responsible party. If something is damaged, please report it to a Housing and Residence Life staff member. If the responsible party is not identified, the damages will be divided evenly by the residents who live in the area (if in a bedroom split between roommates, if in a common lounge split between all residents of the building). See more about damages in the Housing and Residence Life Guidebook.