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Show The Signpost August i. 2nnn Orientation Issue DOFItls a four-letter word By Jose Carvajal sr. sports reporter The Signpost Say the word "dorms" to anyone who lives in the Residence Halls and be prepared to be serenaded with boos. A "dorm" is a drab place to live, where everybody stays in their rooms and sits on theirinstitutional-style furniture. A Residence Hall is a home, a place that not only houses students, but is an atmosphere that stimulates personal growth, as well as educational growth. Besides that, they are just a cool place to live. Open any door and you will find a home, with students personalizing their own rooms. With amenities such as cable, a recreation room with pool tables, video games and a big screen TV and DVD player, nobody can complain.Last year the Halls opened up a computer and tutoring lab with over 20 computers. Complete with a cafeteria, convenience store and laundry facilities, the Halls make life easier for residents. For many, the best thing about living in the Halls is the convenience factor. According to Stasha Liesik who has been associated with the Halls for six years, it makes not only hanging out more convenient, but studying as well. "Your room is just right up the elevator," she said. "You don't have to worry about a lengthy drive home. That gives you more time to invest in the things that you want to do." One can roll out of bed 10 min utes before class starts and still be on time. Students who choose to live in the Halls have a wealth of opportunities to grow both socially and personally. For many out-of-state students, the community in the Halls becomes family. Liesik says that the Halls are a great place for students to make friends. "A lot of my friends have lived here. It's a great way to make friends. "I have met a majority of my good friends either because they lived here or they were visiting somebody who lived here." Liesik is now a hall coordinator and oversees a lot of what goes on at the Halls. Her main dealings are with the resident assistants and what" they do on their floors. Each RA is required to put on a certain number of programs each year in the areas of community development, societal awareness, and personal development. "This is a very important part of what we do," Liesik said. "We might have a speaker come in and talk about gun safety with one of the floors, and then one of the RAs will take them to a paint ball place." The philosophy has become to not only house students, but to facilitate their growth. The role of the RA can take on many forms, such as rule enforcer, confidant and babysitter. The need to enforce the rules is important, but in Liesik's eyes, they first and foremost are a friend. "We want people to learn and to grow, but we also want them to develop positive memories and to have fun," she said. We can help! It's time to enroll for the Student Health Insurance for the Fall 2000 Semester. Benefits include: Prescription Drug Card Physician Services Dependent Coverage Hospital Coverage Student Health Services Early Enrollment Options If you have not received your enrollment packet or need further assistance please call GM-Southwest at 1-877-334-4888. You may also enroll by accessing our website at www.gmsouthwest.com cs jggs g C-Efe i 5& t Suggestions from Parking Services Parking Permits Parking permits are required Monday thru Friday from 7 A.M. to 4 P.M. All vehicles parked on campus must display a valid parking permit except in metered areas and the public pay lot. To Get a Permit To obtain a parking permit, you must first complete the permit application and provide proof of emissions compliance. Annual permits are sold to facultystaff members in early spring and to students in July. Semester permits are also available. For specific sale dates, contact Parking Services. Permit applications can be obtained from the Parking Services home page at www.weber.eduparkinq. Parking Lot Construction Projects A-10 Due to the construction of the new Visual Arts Building the A-10 parking lot will be unavailable for approximately two years. The Public Pay Lot will be operational beginning Fall Semester and will remain open during construction. A-8 This new parking lot is currently under construction and is located west of the Gym. This lot will be operational for Fall Semester. A-2 This lot has been expanded to include what was designated as W-1 . A-1 & A-2 These lots will be resurfaced prior to Fall Semester (tentatively planned for the first part of August). When re-striped, these lots will have an increased number of parking stalls. W-7&W-8 These two lots will be merged together for an increased number of "W" parking stalls. Tips to a Ticketless Experience at WSU Use the WSU Wildcat Express to get to and from campus. It's easy, quick, and FREE. Know the rules and observe them. Make sure your permit is hanging and visible. Do not park in disability stalls without proper permit. Park at meters for the allotted time. Parking requires thought, consideration, effort, and perhaps a little extra time. Allow yourself that time. Appeals If you receive a citation and believe you have acceptable grounds for an appeal, the citation may be appealed by coming to the Parking Services office and meeting with the WSU Appeals Officer. Citation appeals are heard Monday thru Thursday 1 1 :30 A.M. to 1:30 P.M. and Thursday evenings 4:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M. If a guest or visitor receives a citation and wishes to appeal it, the same appeals process is available. Do not assume you can have a ticket waived for a visitor to your department. We are Here to Help Please call the Parking Services staff for information. Do not rely on others for accurate parking information. We are available at the Parking Services office, Annex 5 Monday thru Friday 6:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M., 626-6533. For more information about Parking Services, visitourwebpageatwww.weber.eduparking. X5zri0rr lgji |