Tuesday, 24 November 2009

Something to Crow About

  • WE WON THE ECOLYMPICS!

    For the past two years, Wayman Crow has been named the "Greenest Building on the 40" after dominating in the CS40-sponsored EcOlympics.  Demonstrate your commitment to living sustainably by taking the Green Team pledge.  After taking the pledge, you will receive a Green Team placard in the mail that you can hang on your door to show others that you are environmentally conscious.  Click on the green monster below to access the online pledge!


Fight the Flu

  • Washing your hands with soap and hot water are still your best defense against the flu! If you are feeling sick, there are many great resources available to you at Student Health Services.

Frequently Asked Questions

What exactly is a residential college?

Washington University's residential areas include nine residential colleges which are all located on the South 40. Each Residential College houses approximately 300 students and has social lounges, study rooms, personal computing labs, and recreation rooms. Residential College Master Plan In 1996, Washington University embarked on a very exciting effort to improve student housing. As a result of recommendations made by the Task Force Report on Undergraduate Education (1994) and the Student Affairs Project 21 Report (1995), key changes have taken place in the housing operations. In addition, major facility improvements are now under way. These efforts will lead to the creation of ten new residential colleges (including the construction of several new facilities and major renovation of existing buildings) that will promote living environments that foster student learning while encouraging students' personal growth and development. When completed, the residential colleges will house approximately 2,800 students. 

Residential College Philosophy: Each residential college comprises one, two, or three separate houses that form a single community. Eventually, each residential college will consist of students from all four classes representing all undergraduate schools. Each residential college has a Residential College Director who works in close association with a Faculty Fellow (currently in William Greenleaf Eliot College, Robert S. Brookings College,Wayman Crow, Liggett/Koenig Residential College and Park/Mudd Residential College), a college mechanic, housekeeping staff, Resident Advisors, and college council representatives.

Goals for the Residential College Program

  • Promote a strong sense of community among students living in the college.
  • Develop residential communities that promote students' learning and personal development.
  • Foster meaningful interactions between students and faculty outside the formal classroom setting.
  • Encourage traditions, customs, and rituals that are unique to each college.

I've been assigned to Dardick 1...what is Substance-Free housing?

The Office of Residential Life is pleased to offer students the option to reside in substance free (“sub-free”) housing. Experience has shown these are lively, active communities where residents demonstrate a high level of respect for themselves and one another. This healthy living option is for first-year students that are willing to make a commitment to maintain a living environment free from tobacco, alcohol, and other drugs. Students living in substance-free communities do not have to agree to entirely abstain from the use of alcohol or tobacco, but they are not permitted to possess or use alcohol, tobacco, smokeless tobacco or other illegal substances within their room or suite or on the floor. Students in substance-free housing further agree that, should they consume alcohol while away from their residence, they will not return to their room while under the influence of alcohol or other substances. To honor the rights of those who have selected this residence hall environment, these expectations also apply to guests visiting these floors.

There are many reasons that an individual may choose a substance-free room in a residence hall. These reasons may include personal lifestyle preferences (prefer quieter or cleaner living arrangements), religious beliefs, parental influence, or issues related to recovery from a personal or family substance abuse problem. Regardless of the resident’s reason, substance-free is a choice that Residential Life supports and encourages as a way to help students living in the residence halls succeed academically and socially, outside of the alcohol culture too often prevalent on college campuses.

Upon arrival in August, all students assigned to substance-free living communities must sign a contract agreeing to follow these terms.

Please note: While the majority of the residents assigned to sub-free housing specifically requested this area, there are a few individuals who received a placement as a result of space available.

Where can I view a floor plan of Dardick and Nemerov Houses?

Click HERE to access a link to .pdfs of the Dardick and Nemerov floor plans.

What should I bring with me?  Which items are prohibited?

The University provides each residence hall student with a bed, a desk, a dresser, a chair, and blinds. The University also provides a telephone (Telephone Service information will be mailed in mid-July) and a data jack complete with a cable television connection and an ethernet connection. Voice Mail is provided with the telephone service.

Beyond these basics, you are permitted to personalize your room as long as you leave the walls and furnishings in good condition and you respect the wishes of your roommate(s). It is usually helpful to communicate with your roommate before you arrive so you do not bring duplicate items. Once you have contacted your roommate, discuss your needs and make a list of who will bring which items. The Housing Office will send your room assignment, the name and address of your roommate, your University mailing address and some other helpful information in early August. Room dimensions will be available online shortly. Below is a list of suggested items.

Necessary Items:

Long, twin-sized bedsheets (36 X 80 inches)
Twin size comforter/bedspread
Twin size blanket
Bed pillow
Study or desk lamp
Alarm clock
Towels
Wastebasket
Clothes hangers
Limited but varied seasonal wardrobe
Fused power strip
Personal toiletry items
Bathroom caddy

Optional Items:

Electric iron
Hot pot/coffee maker
Small stereo and/or television
Small refrigerator (4cu.ft. or less)
Small microwave
Hair dryer
Drink cups/mugs
Plates, flatware
Backpack/bookbag
Extension cord

Prohibited Items:

Pets (with the exception of guide dogs and fish)
Candles or incense
Weapons, firearms, and explosives
Satellite dishes
Metal-tipped darts and cork dart boards
Any appliance with open coil heating elements, including gas grills, hibachis, hot plates, and toaster ovens
Halogen lamps
Drugs and/or drug paraphenalia, including hookahs
Kegs or other large alcohol containers

What amenities are available in Dardick and Nemerov?

Dardick House

  • Most rooms house two residents and share a full bathroom with an adjacent double.  There are a few triples as well.  Each resident will receive a desk, desk chair, dresser, bookshelf, bed frame/mattress, closet and telephone.  All rooms are wired for cable and ethernet access.
  • Elevator
  • Large lobby with a big screen television
  • Full kitchen on the first floor
  • Computer lab
  • Laundry facilities
  • Multipurpose Room (great for art students)
  • Seminar Room (great for meetings and academic mentoring sessions)
  • Library
  • Common rooms on floors 2, 3, and 4
  • Study rooms on floors 2, 3, and 4
  • Kitcheonettes (with full refrigerator, microwave, sink, and oven) on floors 2, 3, and 4
  • Home to Student Health Services (located on the Garden Level)

Nemerov House

  • Most suites have four single bedrooms and a shared common room and bathroom.  There are also a few double rooms.  Each resident will receive a desk, desk chair, dresser, bookshelf, bed frame/mattress, closet, and telephone.   All rooms are wired for cable and ethernet access.  Students in suites will also have a furnished common room.
  • Elevator
  • Large lobby with a big screen television
  • Full kitchen on the first floor
  • Laundry facilities
  • Common rooms on floors 2, 3, and 4
  • Study rooms on floors 2, 3, and 4
  • Kitcheonettes (with full refrigerator, microwave, sink, and oven) on floors 2, 3, and 4
  • Home to the Office of Residential Life (located on the first floor)

I'm not feeling well.  Where can I get medical treatment?

All Washington University in St. Louis students have the university's student health insurance and are therfore eligible for health care from the Student Health Services. SHS is conveniently housed on the South 40 in the basement level of Dardick House. The offices are accessible from the sidewalk on the north side of Shepley Drive.  Both medical and mental health services are provided.  For more information click HERE.

I'm not feeling well, but Student Health Services is closed for the night.  What are my options for medical treatment?

Option 1:  There is a nurse answer line available to answer any medical questions a student may have after-hours when SHS is closed.  For after-hours care call: 935-6666.  For more information about SHS hours, SHS services, and the nurse hotline click HERE.

Option 2: Call "Fist Full of Fives" (WUPD at 5-5555 from any campus phone or 314-935-5555 from a cell phone) and ask for EST to assist you. The Washington University Emergency Support Team responds to cases of sudden onset illness or injury on campus, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week throughout the school year. After the WU Police Department receives a call for help, a 3-person duty crew is dispatched to the scene of the incident. The typical time before EST arrives is between 3 and 5 minutes. All medics are certified in CPR, and at least two of the three medics on a duty crew are Missouri licensed Emergency Medical Technicians. Transportation to a hospital can be provided by University Police or by Clayton Ambulance. WUPD also offers transportation back to the campus. EST medics are trained to handle all kinds of medical emergencies, from minor cuts or scratches to severe trauma. If warranted by the situation, EST will send the patient to Student Health Services or a hospital emergency room. For more information about EST click HERE.

How can I reserve a room in Dardick or Nemerov for a meeting or event?

The Dardick Seminar Room must be reserved through the Office of Residential Life.  To reserve the Seminar Room, please click HERE and fill out the Space Reservation Form.  If you would like to reserve any of the following spaces, please contact Dee Campanella, RCD of Wayman Crow, at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

  • Dardick Lobby
  • Nemerov Lobby
  • Dardick Library
  • Dardick or Nemerov Common Rooms
  • Dardick or Nemerov Study Rooms

In your email, please include the following information.  You will receive a confirmation email within 2 business days.
  • Sponsoring Organization
  • Name of Event
  • Date of Event
  • Time of Event
  • Contact Person (name, email address, and cell phone number)

How do I add points to my meal plan?

Students needing to purchase additional points may do so at any time during the year at The Office of Residential Life, or on-line through WebSTAC. Campus Card account funds may be used at all Washington University Dining Services locations once undergraduate Meal Points have been exhausted.  For more information about meal points click HERE.

What are the Residential Life policies and procedures?

The policies and procedures as well as other helpful information can be found on the Residential Life website.  For direct access to policies and procedures click HERE.

 

 

Didn't find the answers you were seeking?

Check out the FAQ page on the main Residential Life website for more info.