Glossary of Terms


	Academic Year 2007-2008 Choose A Topic A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z
	Please Remember, it is the applicant’s responsibility to read the entire University Courtyard application packet, written and phone communication, and meet all deadlines. resident’s responsibility to read and understand items listed below, the Student Handbook and Weekly Planner provided at check-in, and weekly Housing Happenings issues. Upon move-in, it is the resident's responsibility to check their campus mailbox daily as University Courtyard communicates with residents primarily through their campus mailbox.

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	Academic Learning Community An Academic Learning Community is an educational program offered exclusively for University Courtyard residents. Students who select on their Student Housing and Meal Plan License Agreement that they are interested in this community will be assigned together on a designated floor of a Community Style Living Hall. During the academic year, students assigned to the Academic Learning Community will be guaranteed registration into two courses each semester they will take with each other to promote an educationally focused living environment. Fall semester courses include: lower division, general education Communication and Political Science classes. Spring semester courses include: lower division, general education Biology with laboratory component and History classes. Students participating in this program will have the opportunity to get to know faculty members outside of the classroom and will have instant access to academic peer advising, peer study groups, friendships and fun. Residence Llife Staff working with students assigned to the Academic Learning Community will also have the opportunity to meet directly with course professors to improve the on-campus living and learning experience of our residents.


	Accessibility for the Physically Disabled:

	Various areas of the University Courtyard complex have been modified to accommodate the needs of residents with physical disabilities. It is the policy of University Courtyard to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C §§12101, et seq.). Applicants are mailed a form for Services for Students with Disabilities (SSD). This form must be completed and returned to the SSD office within 14 days. University Courtyard has identified various rooms, in certain buildings, for the physically disabled. These rooms are available to residents who have a need for special accommodations and have submitted the request to the SSD office and a recommendation for special services is provided. All space is subject to availability. All rooms are located on the first floor of a hall and close to an exit. The Atrium exterior door on the west side of the hall can be opened by pressing the accessible button. A computer workstation with accessible features is available in the Atrium computer lab. Residence Life Staff are trained how to evacuate a building and assist residents with physical disabilities. Upon arrival or during the academic year, residents with disabilities are encouraged to contact the Assistant Director of Housing 559.278.2345, if the physical arrangements of the room or other areas of the complex are such that movement is difficult. Additional university services are available by contacting Services for Students with Disabilities, University Center 5, 559.278.2811, TTY 559.278.3084. Address-Mail: University Courtyard Business Mailing Address - 5152 N.Barton Ave. M/S RH82 Fresno, CA 93740. Resident mail should be addressed as follows: Your Name Hall and Room Number and Bed Assignment Fresno, CA Hall Specific Zip Code Individual Hall Zip Codes - Aspen: 93710-8230 Baker: 93710-8231 Birch: 93710-8232 Cedar: 93710-8233 Graves: 93710-8234 Homan: 93710-8235 Ponderosa: 93710-8236 Sequia: 93710-8237 Sycamore: 93710-8238

	Address Change:

	Applicants and current residents must notify the university and University Courtyard separately if they move. University address changes are submitted online at my.csufresno.edu. University Courtyard address changes are submitted in writing at the Atrium Customer Service Desk or mailed to University Courtyard, 5152 N. Barton Avenue RH 82, Fresno, CA 93740-8013 or you can log on to My University Courtyard to change your information online. New applicants should immediately notify University Courtyard of any address or phone number changes to expedite application status, bed assignment (subject to availability), and waiting list communication. Current residents must submit a “Request to Forward Mail” card prior to moving as the United States Post Office does not accept address changes from students living on campus. First class mail only is forwarded for thirty days.

	Application:

	There are separate application processes for the University and University Courtyard. It is the student's responsibility to apply and communicate separately with each entity. University application is available online at my.csufresno.edu . See site for deadlines. University Courtyard Spring 2008 application is available online (print version). The 2008-2009/Spring 2009 application will be available in October 2007. Applicants can request by calling 800.555.0482 or 559.278.2345 or submitting an online request. See Important Dates.


	Application Fee:

	All applicants must submit a $50 non-refundable application fee with “Application Personal Profile,” “Student Housing and Meal Plan License Agreement,” “$150 Security Deposit,” “Emergency Information and Health Insurance Card,” and Meningococcal form. University Courtyard’s “Financial Aid Special Payment Plan Agreement”.


	Assigned Beds:
	Assignments are made based on priority status and date the completed application is received (subject to bed availability or placed on the University Courtyard waiting list). Every attempt will be made to honor the preferences indicated on the Application Personal Profile; However, because some halls or room types are requested more than others, it may not be possible to provide one of the top choices. Room and board fees are assessed based on assigned bed and selected meal plan. Applicants may be assigned to a permanent or temporary bed. Residents assigned to a permanent bed space, pay the published rate for the room type the resident checks into. Residents assigned to a temporary room, pay the daily room rate for the temporary room. If a resident is later assigned to a permanent room, a prorated room type fee is assessed beginning the day the resident moves to the permanent bed space.


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	Bicycle racks:

	Two gated bicycle racks with electronic key access are available for residents to lock up their bicycles. Residents are strongly encouraged to secure their bike with a krypton bike lock as University Courtyard will not be held responsible for any lost, stolen or damaged bicycle.

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	Cancellation Policy

	Phone, email and in person cancellations are not accepted. Applicants (Fall/Spring or NEW Spring only) with guaranteed or assigned temporary or permanent beds must submit a written cancellations sent certified mail and postmarked by 30 days prior to opening day: Assessed the $50 nonrefundable application fee and $50 processing fee 29 days to 1 day prior to opening day: Assessed the $50 nonrefundable application fee, $50 processing fee and $25 per day penalty. Opening date or later: Submit a “Petition for Cancellation of Student Housing and Meal Plan License Agreement,” with a $50 processing fee subject to approval. The petition is available at University Courtyard Atrium Customer Service Desk or call 559.278.2345 for a petition to be mailed. If the petition is denied, you will be charged the full rate schedule amount based on your room assignment. If your petition is approved, you will be assessed a penalty of up to 30 days room and board in addition to the $50 nonrefundable application fee and $50 processing fee. Exceptions: Denied University admission: You must notify University Courtyard in writing by certified mail along with your letter of denial by one day prior to opening (Fall/Spring or NEW Spring only) to avoid a penalty, $50 processing fee and $50 nonrefundable application fee being assessed. University Courtyard housing application and California State University, Fresno admission are separate processes. It is your responsibility to notify each office separately if you do not attend. University Courtyard Waiting List: Applicants that have not been guaranteed or assigned a bed by the day prior to opening or offered a bed within one week after opening are assessed $50 nonrefundable application fee and released from their license agreement. The $50 processing fee not assessed. For deadlines Click Here

	Check - In:

	All applicants with guaranteed or assigned temporary or permanent beds must move in by the date specified in the application packet (see Important Dates) or your room may be assigned to another student unless you have given prior notification to the Housing Office. Upon moving in you must carefully review and complete your Check-In and Check-Out Inventory Form, sign it, and return it to the check-in table or the Atrium Customer Service Desk. You are responsible for all items listed on your check-in form. Check-in instructions are provided upon arrival. See the Move-In brochure for details about moving in.

	Check-out Process:

	All residents must check-out at conclusion of the spring semester (See Important Dates). Instructions are provided by the University Courtyard Housing Office prior to scheduled dates (refer to the “Student Housing and Meal Plan License Agreement”). Residents schedule their check-out date and time in advance with a Residence Life Staff Member from their hall to avoid improper check-out fees. Residents are responsible for all damage within their room unless the damage was listed on the Check-In/Check-Out Inventory form at check-in. Any discrepancies, as well as missing or damaged items will be billed. Common area damages or excessive garbage in the common areas will be charged to the floor or wing residents. Damage or garbage in suite living rooms or bathrooms will be charged to suite mates. (Residents are not required to pack up their belongings for winter recess, only check-out with a Resident Advisor.)

	Coed halls:

	Community style halls: Men live on one wing and women live on another. Bathrooms are gender designated. Residence Suites Halls: Men and Women may be in neighboring suites; however, all residents within a suite are the same gender.


	Coed suites:

	(Returning residents only) The residence suites will have several suites designated as coed in Aspen, Ponderosa, Birch, and Sycamore. Available to returning residents only who submited a completed 2007-2008 on-campus living application packet by March 29, 5 pm. A bedroom will be designated as either male or female but men and women can share a two or three bedroom suite. The number of coed suites are limited and you must request a coed suite to be assigned to a coed suite. The men and women within the suite (3 to 6) will share the suite bathroom and living room. If after the first two weeks of classes you would like to move, you must follow the normal room change process and moving is subject to availability.

	Cable:

	Cable TV connection is available in each room. Premium channels are available at an additional cost. Residents must supply their own TV for their rooms or suites. TV’s are located in each community style hall lobby and recreation room, as well as one in the Atrium lobby for residents to view.

	Communication:

	The university communicates with applicants/students primarily at my.csufresno.edu via general announcements and the university e-mail address. Applicants are encouraged to immediately set-up a university e-mail address to review application status, acceptance, course registration dates, and payment. The e-mail account is also used to communicate with administrators, faculty and staff in addition to family and friends. Choose an e-mail name and address that reflects how you want to be perceived. University Courtyard communicates primarily with students via their permanent address (new applicants) or campus mailbox (current residents). Student: The university and University Courtyard are separate entities. It is the student’s responsibility to communicate separately with each entity.

	Complete on-campus living application packet

	Complete on-campus living application packet requires the submission of the Application Personal Profile Student Housing and Meal Plan License Agreement Emergency Information and Health Insurance Card Meningococcal Disease and Information Form $50 nonrefundable application fee $150 security deposit Financial Aid Special Payment Plan Agreement: Complete only if you meet the eligibility requirements. Applicants are notified in writing of their application status (complete or incomplete) or bed availability (guaranteed bed,University Courtyard waiting list, or incomplete application) approximately 14 days after receipt of application packet. It is the applicant’s responsibility to contact University Courtyard if application notification has not been received by August 1 (Fall/Spring) or December 1 (New Spring only). See Important Dates and application status notification letter.

	Computer Lab

	Your on-campus living package includes free use of the lab located in the Atrium. University Courtyard’s computer lab exceeds the university’s computer requirements for students. The computer lab has Dell Pentium 4 computers with 17” flat screens connected over a high-speed fiber optic network. One computer has the Macintosh translator software and all computers have access to the pay-for-print laser printer. Free internet/e-mail service, access to campus library database, word processing, spreadsheet and database software is provided. A disabled resident work station is available. The lab is staffed by a computer lab student assistant and open 24 hours/7 days a week during the academic year. The computer lab is closed during Thanksgiving, Winter, and Spring Recess. A list of the university’s computer labs is available at http://www.csufresno.edu/ITS/labs.htm Features: computers with Speed: 3.0 Ghz Windows XP Pro Operating System :Software: Office 2003 (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Access), Alcohol 101+, Above Acrobat Reader 7.0, Win Zip, Macromedia Flash and Shockwaive, CD Burning Software, Real Player :DVD Drive (viewing only)- programs cannot be loaded onto the hard drive CD-ROM (24x) with burner for programs (cannot be loaded onto the hard drive). CD burning capability (academic work) Example: CD-ROM study aid that comes with academic books. Worked saved to the hard drive is erased at the end of the day . 3.5 Floppy Drive for saving student work. Worked saved to the hard drive is erased at the end of the day. Sound Max Integrated Digital Audio Sound Card for use with provided headphones (no speakers). Video Intel 945G Express Chip LaserJet 4000 Pay-for-Print. Printer produces a high quality, finished paper and is connected to all 16 computers. Add value machine located in the Atrium. Free high speed Internet (Internet Explorer 6.0) and e-mail account

	Courtesy hours:

	In effect at all times in the residence halls. Residents are expected to quiet down if your noise is disturbing another resident and you are asked to quiet down.


	Customer Service Desk (Atrium)

	Customer Service Desk (Atrium) is open 24 hours/7 days during the academic year. The desk is staffed by the Residence Life Staff from 7-11 p.m. Monday-Wednesday. During other hours, student assistants are available to provide needed assistance. In community-style halls (Baker, Graves and Homan) the hall desks are open from 7-11 p.m. daily (including weekends) and are staffed by Residence Life Staff. Atrium Customer Service Desk operating hours for Thanksgiving, Winter Recess, Spring Recess and Summer are posted. Baker, Homan and Graves hall desk are open on Friday and Saturday untill 1 am.


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	Damage Policy:
	As a “community of students,” it is necessary that everyone living in the halls assume responsibility for maintaining the buildings that they live in. The “Student Housing and Meal Plan License Agreement” states that under Terms and Conditions of Occupancy, paragraph III, that residents “...refrain from altering, disturbing, or damaging the housing facilities, furnishings, common areas and surrounding environment; pay individually or in combination with other Licensees, a reasonable charge for any such damage....” This means that you will be held responsible for damages to the residence halls or damages or loss of common area furniture unless any damage or loss can be specifically assigned to individuals. See Student Handbook and Weekly Planner for policy: Residents who damage, accidentally or intentionally, any residence hall property, may be charged for repair or replacement and may be sanctioned by the Judicial Coordinator or dismissed by the Assistant Director of Housing. Damaging residence hall property destroys the community environment everyone is working to build and can increase the cost to live in the halls. This type of behavior will not be tolerated and could result in dismissal. You should maintain your room (and suite, if applicable) in the condition it was when you arrived. Any damages beyond normal wear-and-tear not noted on the Check-in/Check-out Inventory Form and any damages which occur during your residency, will be repaired and maintenance costs billed to you. See Student Handbook and Weekly Planner for partial list of repair or replacement costs. Common area damage policy reflects the need for each member of a residence hall community to accept responsibility for the condition of his/her building. The cost of maintaining our facilities must ultimately be paid by the residents living here. Through the implementation of this policy it is hoped that common area damage will decrease, the overall living environment will improve, and reasonable living costs maintained. Your active involvement in this process is essential. University Courtyard has a policy of zero tolerance for vandalism in the halls. Anyone engaging in such conduct may be dismissed, subject to monetary sanction and/or otherwise subject to civil or criminal proceedings.

	Deadlines:

	Applicants and residents are responsible for meeting all deadlines as identified in the on-campus living application packet, Important Dates, written and phone communication. Written communication is mailed to an applicants permanent address(prior to check-in and after final check-out) and to a resident’s campus mailbox ( after check-in).




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	Educational Programs:

	During the school year there will be many opportunities to become involved with educational programming. The Residence Life Staff will be presenting programs on topics such as sex, alcohol awareness, safety, time management, etc. All residents are invited and encouraged to attend.

	Employment Opportunities (Jobs):

	University Courtyard offers a wide variety of employment opportunities for students. All University Courtyard student employment is subject to the submission of all required documents and proof of eligibility to work in the United States. Visit http://www.fresnostatecareers.com/ to view other student jobs available at Fresno State.

	Escort policy:

	Community style hall residents must escort their guests at all times when they are in the hall. Residence suites residents must escort their guests in stairwells, laundry rooms, and on balconies. Each resident is responsible for their guests and their actions while they are visiting University Courtyard. Unescorted guests will be escorted out of the building by a Residence Life Staff member.


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	Financial Aid Special Payment Plan

	The Financial Aid Special Payment Plan for University Courtyard is restricted to housing applicants who have: a) applied for financial aid awarded through the Fresno State Financial Aid Office no later than May 1 (academic year) or November 1 (New Spring) and b) been awarded Fresno State Financial Aid, Fresno State athletic scholarship or Smittcamp Honors College Scholarship through the Fresno State Financial Aid Office by deadlines (see application packet) All other housing applicants must select a one, two or monthly payment plan and follow the appropriate payment schedule. Financial Aid and Fresno State Athletic or Smittcamp Honors College scholarship applicants selecting on-campus living must: a) submit a $50 nonrefundable application fee and $150 security deposit with on-campus living application materials (see Complete On-Campus Living Application packet) b) submit University Courtyard’s Financial Aid Special Payment Plan Agreement with the completed on-campus living application packet by the deadlines listed in the application packet c) indicate whether or not a Parent Loan should automatically be applied to the applicant's room and board by checking the appropriate box on the "Student Housing and Meal Plan License Agreement." d) indicate whether or not Financial Aid should automatically be applied to the applicant's room and board by checking the appropriate box on the "Student Housing and Meal Plan License Agreement." e) attend one of University Courtyard’s Financial Aid/Housing Mandatory Workshops – New residents only (see Important Dates) f) pay the full room and board amount due combining award amount and personal funds, if needed. All housing and meal plan changes must be paid in full as follows: Fall charges by December 5 Spring charges by April 5 Visit my.csufresno.edu to check on your Financial Aid award status or contact the Financial Aid Office at 559.278.2182 if you have questions about your award.

	Fitness Center:

	Weight machines, stationary bicycles, stair-steppers, ellipticals, and treadmills are available for the exclusive use of residents 24 hours per day during the academic year (ID required) in the University Courtyard Fitness Center located in the Atrium.


	Freshmen only:

	Priority given to first-time freshmen who want to experience suite style living (Cedar and Sequoia halls). Space is limited and available on a first come, first served basis with submission of completed on-campus living application packet by April 1 (Fall/Spring). All bed assignment subject to availability or placed on University Courtyard waiting list.

	Fresno City College

	Fresno City College applicants may apply to live on campus. Fresno City College applicants will be assigned last and only if bed space is available.


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	Graduate Only Suites:

	Designated suites are reserved for students pursuing Graduate Degrees at Fresno State subject to availability based on receipt date of complete on-campus living application. A graduate student who is interested should be sure to mark the appropriate class level on their application.

	Guaranteed bed:

	All bed assignment is subject to availability. Applicants are notified in writing of their application status (complete or incomplete) or bed availability (guaranteed bed, University Courtyard waiting list, or incomplete application). It is the applicant’s responsibility to contact University Courtyard if application status notification has not been received by August 1 (Fall/Spring) or December 1 (New Spring only).

	Guests:

	A resident may host a guest (day or overnight) of the same or opposite gender. For an overnight guest, the resident must obtain advance permission from roommate, submit a “Guest Registration” form for safety reasons, and number of nights is limited. (see escort policy). The guest registration form can be submitted online.

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	Housing Happenings Newsletter

	Bimonthly University Courtyard academic year newsletter available online and posted in public areas for review. Newsletter includes deadlines, announcements, and events about on-campus living and Fresno State.


	Housekeeping and Maintenance

	University Courtyard currently contracts with an off-campus vendor for housekeeping and maintenance services for all University Courtyard buildings and halls. Their staff office is located in the east wing of the Atrium. During the academic year, housekeeping staff cleans community-style hall bathrooms once daily (including weekends) between 9 a.m. and noon. During the one hour cleaning time the bathroom will be closed. Common areas are cleaned daily including stairwells, junctions, lobbies, recreation rooms, hallways and laundry rooms beginning at 8 a.m. Housekeeping staff clean suite bathrooms three times per week according to schedule. (See Student Handbook for more information).


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	Incomplete on-campus living application:

	Applicants who do not submit a complete on-campus living packet will not be guaranteed a bed space or a spot on the University Courtyard waiting list until missing or incomplete items are completed (See “Complete on-campus living application packet” for required items)

	Internet:

	Internet/e-mail access is provided in University Courtyard’s computer lab exclusively for residents. Internet/e-mail access via phone line is available in bedroom only if resident provides computer, modem, phone service (one jack available per room), carrier software and any associated fees.

	Insurance:

	University Courtyard is not responsible for residents health care (emergency or non-emergency) or resident's belongings. Health Insurance: All residents are required to carry health insurance as explained in the “Terms and Conditions” section of your “Student Housing and Meal Plan License Agreement.” Residents who do not purchase insurance within the first two weeks of their Student Housing License Agreement may face dismissal from University Courtyard. In case of an emergency, the information you provided on your Emergency Card will be provided to emergency personnel. Renters Insurance: Residents are urged to obtain renters insurance to cover loss or theft.


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	Late Fee:

	$25 late fee assessed for payments not received within 5 calendar day of due date


	Laundry Facilities available:

	Electronic card operates large capacity washers and dryers are available in each hall except Cedar and Ponderosa. Cedar and Ponderosa residents have access to Aspen or Birch laundry facilities by checking out a key at the Atrium Customer Service Desk. These machines are provided and maintained by Web Service Company. If there are problems with a machine, you should fill out a Facility Service Request form, providing the machine number and problem at the Atrium Customer Service Desk. You can add money to your laundry card at the machine in the Atrium.

	License Agreements:
	Required for all housing applicants - Individual License Agreement: Each applicant signs an individual license agreement and is responsible for paying the fees for their assigned room and selected meal plan unless they have a designated payer. A resident’s occupancy is not affected by roommate(s) or suitemate(s) failure to pay their room and board fees. Academic Year License Agreement: Applicants with guaranteed housing that arrive for the Fall semester sign a Fall/Spring (academic year) license agreement and are held to the Terms and Conditions listed. See license agreement for occupancy dates. Spring License Agreement: New Applicants with guaranteed housing that arrive for the Spring semester sign a Spring only license agreement and are held to the Terms and Conditions. See license agreement for occupancy dates.

	Live-in staff:

	Resident Directors (RDs), Assistant Resident Directors (ARDs), Resident Advisors (RAs) and Public Safety Assistants (PSAs) live on campus and are available to assist residents. Designated staff members are on-call 24 hours/7 days during the academic year. Residence Life Staff member duties include crisis intervention, roommate mediation, disciplinary meetings, overall hall administration, advising residence hall Association, coordinating room changes, peer advising, coordinating floor/wing activities and programs, enforcing hall policies, conducting room inventories at check-in and checkout, performing health and safety inspections of all the residents’ rooms, and handling desk duty. PSAs patrol the grounds, check buildings, unprop doors, patrol the parking lot during late evening/early morning hours and provide safety programs.

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	Mail Address:

	Mail Address: University Courtyard Business Mailing Address- 5152 N.Barton Ave. M/S RH82 Fresno, CA 93740-8013 Resident mail should be addressed as follows: Your Name Hall and Room Number and Bed Assignment Fresno, Ca Hall Specific Zip Code Individual Hall Zip Codes: Aspen: 93710-8230 Baker: 93710-8231 Birch: 93710-8232 Cedar: 93710-8233 Graves: 93710-8234 Homan: 93710-8235 Ponderosa: 93170-8237 Seqouia: 93710-8237 Sycamore: 93710-8238 Mail: Residence Hall mail is picked up by the US Post Office Carrier to the Atrium Customer Service Desk once a day except on Sunday, US Post Office Holidays and December 25 - January 1.A n outgoing mail receptable is provided at the mailbox center at the Atrium. First class and post card stamps can be purchased at the US Post Office Express on the lower level of the University Student Union. UPS, Federal Express and other carriers also deliver packages to the Atrium Customer Service Desk. Mail Box: Provided for each resident. They are located in each lobby of the community style halls (Baker,Graves or Homan) and in the Atrium for residence suites (Aspen, Birch, Cedar, Ponderosa, Sequoia and Sycamore). The mailbox has the same number as your room. During check-in residents receive their mailbox assignment and combination. On the reverse side of the card are operation instructions. If you cannot open your mailbox, ask your RA for help. If you are still unable to open it, complete a Facility Service Request Form.

	Meal Plans:

	Selection of one of the following meal plans is required and the cost is included. See application packet for Payment Amounts. 10-Flex Meal Plan: select up to 10 of the 21 meals served each week at University Courtyard Dining, plus $115 each semester for use at the dining food services restaurants on campus. 14-Meal Plan: select up to 14 of the 21 meals served each week at University Courtyard Dining. 14-Flex Meal Plan: select up to 14 of the 21 meals served each week at University Courtyard Dining, plus $115 each semester for use at the dining services restaurants on campus. 21-Meal Plan: includes breakfast, lunch and dinner daily at University Courtyard Dining. * Meals carry over week to week but not semester to semester. No refunds for unused meals. Food: University Food Services offers currently popular meals at University Courtyard’s Residence Dining Facility located just a short walk from your room or suite. There are historically two entrée items, fresh soup, two complete salad bars, a large variety of beverages, multiples of short order choices, fresh fruit and desserts from which to select every meal. Meals are not served or included during Thanksgiving Recess, Winter Recess and Spring Recess Special Dietary Requirements: if you have special dietary needs, Food Services will assist you in selecting foods that meet your requirements. If you’re not sure your dietary needs can be met please call the University Dining Services staff at 559.278.3904 and ask. We may refer you to a registered dietician on campus.

	Microfridge:

	Compact microwave, refrigerator, freezer. Community Style: One microfridge in each room for roommates to share. Residence Suites: One microfridge in each residence suite living room for all suitemates to share. Suites with five or six residents share two microfridges.

	Movies:

	In conjunction with Residence Life Cinema, University Courtyard is providing a free movie channel. The University Courtyard's access channel, Channel 14, provides viewers with newly released movies, educational programs, and informational updates. Residents can tune into Channel 14 daily at no additional cost. This service is available on the lobby televisions and also in resident's room/suite if you or your roommate brought a television.

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	Occupancy:

	Room Occupancy (Community Style or Residence Suites): University Courtyard reserves the right to convert unoccupied single occupancy rooms to double occupancy. Single occupancy rooms (limited): One person is assigned to single room. Double occupancy rooms: Two same gender residents share room. If a bed is not occupied during Fall check-in, a resident(s) will be assigned at any time during the course of the academic year. No resident will be denied an available space. Triple occupancy rooms: Three same gender residents share room and is available only in residence suites. If a bed is not occupied during Fall check-in, a resident(s) will be assigned at any time during the course of the academic year. No resident will be denied an available space. Suite Occupancy (Residence Suites only) One Bedroom (limited): Single or double occupancy. Up to two same gender residents share a bedroom, living room, bathroom, and hallway. Two Bedroom (limited): Single, double, or triple occupancy. Up to three same gender residents share a room and up to six residents share a living room, bathroom, and hallway. Three Bedroom (limited): Single or double occupancy. Up to two same gender residents share a room and up to six residents share a living room, bathroom, and hallway.



	Outdoor swimming pool:

	Our outdoor swimming pool is located between Graves and Homan Halls and is exclusively for the use of University Courtyard residents. No lifeguard is on duty. The pool is open 10 am to dusk during the early part of Fall and the later part of the Spring semesters (the pool is not heated). No children under the age of 16 or nonresidents are allowed during the academic year. No glass, running, or diving is permitted. During summer conference season, a certified lifeguard is on duty. The pool is open and available to summer session residents as well as summer conference participants of all ages.


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	Parking:

	Residents must purchase a university permit to park on campus when classes are in session, including examination days. Overnight parking is only available in lot G. For more parking permit and enforcement information visit http://www.csufresno.edu/parking/

	Payment Information

	Application Fee (non-refundable) : All applicants must submit a $50 non-refundable application fee with “Application and Personal Profile,” “Student Housing and Meal Plan License Agreement,” “$150 Security Deposit,” “Emergency Information and Health Insurance Card,” and Meningococcal form. University Courtyard’s “Financial Aid Special Payment Plan Agreement” is optional. Cancellation Fees: Written cancellations sent certified mail must be postmarked by 30 days prior to opening (Fall/Spring or NEW Spring only). See Important Dates, Application Fee and Processing Fee). Phone cancellations are not accepted. If you cancel after the date noted, you forfeit a $50 processing fee and are charged a $25 per day assessment. If your cancellation is postmarked on University Courtyard’s opening date or later, you must submit a “Petition for Cancellation,” available at University Courtyard. If the petition is denied, you will be charged the full rate schedule amount based on your room assignment. If your petition is denied, you will be assessed a penalty of up to 30 days room and board. Exception: if you are not accepted to the University, you must notify University Courtyard in writing by certified mail along with your letter of denial by one day prior to opening (Fall/Spring or NEW Spring only) to avoid a penalty being assessed (See processing fee). University Courtyard housing application and California State University, Fresno admission are separate processes. It is your responsibility to notify each office separately if you do not attend. Payments: Cash, check, Visa and Master Card accepted. Checks must be drawn in U.S. funds, drawn on U.S. bank and encoded with bank routing and account numbers on lower edge of check. Credit Card: Visa or Mastercard accepted for any payment plan, non-refundable application fee and/or security deposit with card type, number, and cardholder signature on license agreement. Payment will be changed on due date listed. Individual payments accepted by presenting card at the University Courtyard Accounting Office with a letter signed by cardholder authorizing charge. First Payment: Required by July 5 (Fall/Spring) or January 5 (Spring only) or within 5 days, whichever is later, of receipt of room assignment (subject to availability) and invoice. (Note: All applicants see application packet Financial insert, Smittcamp Honors, Fresno State Athletic Scholarship applicants see Payment Schedule). Location: Mail or bring payments to University Courtyard, California State University, Fresno, 5152 N. Barton Avenue RH 82, Fresno, California 93740-8023. Payments accepted Monday-Friday during business hours. Late Fee: $25 late fee assessed for payments not received within 5 calendar day of due date. Payment Schedule: Payments must be made in accordance with the payment schedule selected to avoid delinquency. See application packet. Processing Fee: $50 processing fee is charged for all canceled license agreements. (See cancellation policy & penalty information). Payment Schedule: Payments must be made in accordance with the payment schedule selected to avoid delinquency. See application packet. Processing Fee: $50 processing fee is charged for all canceled license agreements. (See cancellation policy & penalty information).

	Prohibited Items:

	For safety and comfort of residents and in some cases to comply with federal, state and local laws the following are prohibited: Amplified music/instruments Alcohol or alcohol containers (exception:21 and older) Candles and incense Cooking Appliances: (for example hot plates, toasters, rice cookers, popcorn popper) Contact paper Controlled substances - illegal use for possession Dartboards Souble-sided tape Gambling and lotteries Halogen lamps Hookahs Immersion heaters Lofts Microwaves (other than microfridge provided) Motorized vehicles or gasoline-powered equipment to store or work on inside your room Pets other than aquatic fish (maximum 5 gallon tank) Posters/hangings- no more than 50% of wall can be covered Water beds Weapons including but not limited to firearms, fireworks, ammunition, knives, paintball guns, pellet guns, airsoft guns. Weights & weightlifting equipment


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	Quiet living halls:

	Meets the needs of residents who desire to live and to study in an environment with preestablished guidelines about noise and quiet. Quiet study hours are observed from 8:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. (Sunday through Thursday) and midnight to 7:00 a.m. (Friday and Saturday). If you are assigned to a quiet hall (Homan, Aspen and ponderosa), you will be expected to observe the guidelines that have been established.


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	Recess housing:

	Academic year residents may stay during Thanksgiving, Winter and Spring Recess for no additional charge. New Spring only residents may stay during Spring Recess. Meals are not included during these recesses. See Important Dates.


	Recreation Centers:

	There is a recreation center in each of the community style halls (Baker, Graves, and Homan) available for use by the residents assigned to the hall. The University's Student Recreation Center and is available for all students to use. There is a Student Rec Center on the lower level of the Student Union with a bowling alley, video games, and billiards available to students for a fee.

	Residence Life Staff:

	Resident Directors (RDs), Assistant Resident Directors (ARDs), Resident Advisors (RAs) and Public Safety Assistants (PSAs) live on campus and are available to assist residents. Designated staff members are on-call 24 hours/7 days during the academic year. Residence Life Staff member duties include crisis intervention, roommate mediation, disciplinary meetings, overall hall administration, advising the Residence Hall Association, coordinating room changes, peer advising, coordinating floor/wing activities and programs, enforcing hall policies, conducting room inventories at check-in and checkout, performing health and safety inspections of all the residents’ rooms, and handling desk duty. PSAs patrol the grounds, check buildings, unprop doors, patrol the parking lot during late evening/early morning hours and provide safety programs.

	Room & Board Fee:

	Room and board fees are assessed based on assigned room and selected meal plan. (see “Cancellation” section for separate fee information). If you are assigned to a temporary bed, room fee is calculated on assigned temporary bed and then on permanent bed space on effective move date.

	Room Rate:

	If you are assigned to a permanent bed space, you will pay the published rate for the room type you check-in to. If you are first assigned to a temporary room, you will pay the daily room rate for the temporary room. If you are later assigned to a permanent room, you will pay the prorated room type fee beginning the day you move to the permanent bed space.

	Room Assignment:

	First come, first served basis, according to receipt date of completed on-campus living application packet. If bed is not available, applicant is placed on the University Courtyard waiting list. Computerized room assignment software is used to assign residents based on 1) returning resident, 2) date completed application received (subject to availability) and priority status, 3) gender match, 4) age comparison, 5) hall preference, 6) room occupancy, and 7) roommate compatibility. Bed Assignment: If bed space is available, assignments are made based on priority status and every attempt will be made to honor the preferences indicated on the Application Personal Profile; however, because some halls or room types are requested more than others, it may not be possible to provide one of the top choices.

	Room swap/change policy:

	If after the second week of instruction you or your roommate want to move to a different room, you must complete the room swap or room change process during designated weeks in the Fall and Spring semesters. Moves are subject to availability and approval of the Director of Housing.

	Roommate selection process:

	Residents assigned to a double room have one roommate. Residents assigned to a triple room have two roommates. Computerized room assignments software is used to assign residents – see “Application Personal Profile” section. (Note: The computerized software does not match suitemates.) Fall/Spring (academic year) housing applicants may request a specific roommate by completing the following steps: 1) both roommates must write each other’s name and SS#/International Students – Fresno State ID# on the “Application Personal Profile,” 2) both completed on-campus living applications must be submitted together, 3) both roommates must list the same hall/room/specialty area preference, and 4) the completed applications must be submitted by April 1 as roommate assignment is subject to double or triple room availability. Spring only roommate selection is not available as new Spring applicants are assigned to beds vacated by academic year residents.

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