University of Minnesota, Crookston Residential Life News tag:blog.lib.umn.edu,2011-02-28:/creslife/umcreslife//13584 2013-04-23T19:02:28Z The official news page of the University of Minnesota, Crookston Residential Life Department. Movable Type Enterprise 4.31-en Summer Housing Rentals tag:blog.lib.umn.edu,2013:/creslife/umcreslife//13584.393502 2013-04-23T18:58:09Z 2013-04-23T19:02:28Z schoe315
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]]> All Hall Trip to the Splasher's of the South Seas Waterpark tag:blog.lib.umn.edu,2013:/creslife/umcreslife//13584.391407 2013-04-08T16:09:11Z 2013-04-08T16:28:41Z schoe315

]]> Upcoming Residential Life Events tag:blog.lib.umn.edu,2013:/creslife/umcreslife//13584.384324 2013-02-05T21:09:42Z 2013-02-05T21:24:40Z schoe315
UMC Snodaze Events: Tuesday, February 19 - Friday, February 22

Residential Life Fear Factor All-Hall Program: Saturday, March 9

All-Hall Water Park Trip: Saturday, April 20
]]> ]]> University Suites Outside Doors tag:blog.lib.umn.edu,2013:/creslife/umcreslife//13584.382752 2013-01-22T22:16:34Z 2013-01-22T22:18:35Z Dear Suites Residents, One important notice: Beginning tomorrow (Monday, January 21st) the University Suites outside doors will be locked according to the following schedule: 1. Outside doors will unlock at 7:00 AM, Monday-Friday.2. Doors will automatically lock at 8:00 PM... schoe315
Dear Suites Residents,

One important notice: Beginning tomorrow (Monday, January 21st) the University Suites outside doors will be locked according to the following schedule:

1. Outside doors will unlock at 7:00 AM, Monday-Friday.

2. Doors will automatically lock at 8:00 PM each week night.

3. Doors are locked 24 hours per day on Saturdays and Sundays.

Your individual suite keys are used to unlock the outside doors. Please make sure to carry this key with you at all times.  Remember: Your first two lockouts are FREE, the third and fourth cost $10 each, and every lockout beyond that costs $25 each. 
]]> All Halls Re-opening on January 13, 2013 tag:blog.lib.umn.edu,2013:/creslife/umcreslife//13584.381769 2013-01-04T21:41:10Z 2013-01-05T01:22:04Z schoe315 Hello UMC Residential Life Students!

We hope that everyone had a relaxing and enjoyable winter break.  All halls officially open for returning students at 1:00 PM on Sunday, January 13, 2013.  Halls will open at 10:00 AM on the 13th for brand NEW students moving into the halls.  If you are a brand new student, please stop by the Centennial Hall front desk to pick-up your keys and check-in.  Students residing in the new University Suites: please look for an email from Residential Life on Monday, January 7th with up-to-date move-in information.We are looking forward to seeing all of you back on campus for Spring Semester!  ]]> Winter Break Hall Closing tag:blog.lib.umn.edu,2012:/creslife/umcreslife//13584.380901 2012-12-14T17:23:15Z 2012-12-14T17:28:04Z Amber Bailey
Learn more about semester break closing procedures >>> (PDF)]]> Information on New Residence Hall "University Suites" tag:blog.lib.umn.edu,2012:/creslife/umcreslife//13584.377515 2012-11-27T20:28:03Z 2012-11-27T20:29:31Z The Office of Residential Life would like to know if you are interested in moving to the NEW "University Suites" for Spring semester 2013? If you would like to reserve a suite in the new residence hall, please contact Jen... Amber Bailey schoe315@umn.edu) as soon as possible, as suites are going FAST!

Tours of the new residence hall are scheduled for this week- Tuesday, November 27, Wednesday, November 28, and Thursday, November 29; at 4:00 PM and again at 5:00 PM, on each day.  Please meet in the Centennial Lobby for the tours.

The "University Suites" will be available for students prior to spring semester.  New "University Suites" residents will be invited back to campus early- Thursday, January 10 - Saturday, January 12, for no additional charge.  Halls open for all returning students on Sunday, January 13, and classes begin on Monday, January 14.

Also, we anticipate single rooms will be available in McCall and Skyberg Halls, as students choose to move into the new hall.  The fee for a single room is an additional $899 per semester surcharge.  We are now taking requests for single rooms at the Centennial front desk.  Please stop by to reserve your single room!

We are looking forward to providing additional options for our students and hope you have had an enjoyable fall semester here at UMC. ]]> Midnight Dodgeball Sign-Up tag:blog.lib.umn.edu,2012:/creslife/umcreslife//13584.371769 2012-10-17T14:02:32Z 2012-11-13T22:49:17Z Come play midnight dodgeball in Lysaker Gym on Saturday, October 27! Teams of 6 need to be registered, so sign-up today at the Centennial Hall front desk. Prizes for the most creative: names, halloween costumes and winning team. Registration begins... Amber Bailey Come play midnight dodgeball in Lysaker Gym on Saturday, October 27! Teams of 6 need to be registered, so sign-up today at the Centennial Hall front desk. Prizes for the most creative: names, halloween costumes and winning team. Registration begins at 11:30 pm on the 27th. MUST BE BAREFOOT! A Night of Scares at Res Life's "Red River Cemetary" tag:blog.lib.umn.edu,2012:/creslife/umcreslife//13584.371425 2012-10-15T15:32:57Z 2012-11-13T22:49:46Z Open to the public! Weather permitting, on Wednesday, October 31st from 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm, in the lawn north of the Centennial Hall will be the "Red River Cemetary", an outdoor spooky walk-through cemetery.The cost is $2 for students... Amber Bailey
The cost is $2 for students (with student ID) or $4 for non-students/community members. There will be 1/2 off your admission with any non-perishable food item donated.
]]> Sign-up for a trip to the Haunted Woods tag:blog.lib.umn.edu,2012:/creslife/umcreslife//13584.371422 2012-10-15T15:24:43Z 2012-10-24T14:15:32Z Amber Bailey
Sign-up and pay at the Centennial front desk.
]]> Watch the New Residence Hall Come Together tag:blog.lib.umn.edu,2012:/creslife/umcreslife//13584.366603 2012-09-25T16:07:48Z 2012-09-25T16:09:17Z Check out the Residential Life Construction Cam to view the progress on Residential Life's newest residence hall (which is slated to open Spring 2013!)http://www.crookston.workzonecam.com/... Amber Bailey http://www.crookston.workzonecam.com/
]]> Placement Letters Sent to New Students tag:blog.lib.umn.edu,2012:/creslife/umcreslife//13584.359512 2012-06-28T13:54:41Z 2012-06-28T13:57:17Z As of June 28, 2012 all placement letters have been sent to new students. Please check your email for information regarding your housing placement and name(s) of your roommates.Also, a reminder that the UMC residence halls open for new students... Amber Bailey
Also, a reminder that the UMC residence halls open for new students on Friday, August 24 (and returning students on Sunday, August 26).
]]> New and Returning Student Housing Info for Fall 2012 tag:blog.lib.umn.edu,2012:/creslife/umcreslife//13584.357627 2012-06-05T16:34:36Z 2012-06-05T16:54:04Z New Students Housing PlacementsResidential Life will be sending out housing placement letters by the end of June. Please note these will be sent via email. New Students Move InResidential Life move in for new students begins Friday, August 24th at... Amber Bailey New Students Housing Placements
Residential Life will be sending out housing placement letters by the end of June. Please note these will be sent via email.

New Students Move In
Residential Life move in for new students begins Friday, August 24th at 8am. Early check in begins Thursday, August 23rd from 4pm-9pm, but you must register with the Office of Residential Life to participate in early check in. All students will check in at Centennial Hall for keys and room assignments. Please call the office at (218) 281-8531 for more information.

Returning Students Move In
Residential Life move in for returning students begins Sunday, August 26th at noon. All students will check in at Centennial Hall for keys and room assignments.

Early Arrivals
Students who arrive prior to their designated date of arrival must register in advance. These students will be housed based on availability and will be charged a nightly fee.

Loft Kit Rentals
Residential Life has a limited number of loft kits that are available on a first come first served basis. If you are interested in renting a loft kit please fill out the rental form and mail it to the Office of Residential Life at 2900 University Ave, Crookston, MN 56716.

Students still looking for housing
As of May 1st, our residence halls are full for fall semester. However, we anticipate that some cancellations will occur over the summer months. If not, we will be housing students in a near-by hotel, the America's Best Value Inn. Please contact our office for more information at (218) 281-8531.

]]> Reminder: Hall Closings and Summer Rentals tag:blog.lib.umn.edu,2012:/creslife/umcreslife//13584.354490 2012-05-01T15:19:51Z 2012-05-01T15:21:06Z Spring Semester is coming to an end and summer is almost here!The Residence Halls will close at 5:00 pm on Saturday, May 5th and all residents are expected to move out by this day and time. If you need to... Amber Bailey
The Residence Halls will close at 5:00 pm on Saturday, May 5th and all residents are expected to move out by this day and time. If you need to stay beyond 5pm, you will need to stop in to the Office of Residential Life in Centennial Hall to register.  Please refer to Hall Closing Posters in the halls and emails from Residential Life Staff regarding proper closing procedures.

It's not too late to sign up for summer housing.  Summer rentals are available over summer break in Skyberg C Wing or Centennial Hall for those who will take classes, work, or for those who simply just want to stay here and relax.  Please stop in immediately to discuss your housing plans with Sandy during office hours, register and complete proper rental forms.

Thank you and have a great summer!
]]> Free Laundry and Closing Checklist tag:blog.lib.umn.edu,2012:/creslife/umcreslife//13584.353374 2012-04-26T14:20:45Z 2012-04-26T14:24:37Z Note: Free laundry starts April 30th through May 5th! (On Campus Students Only)Check List For Checking OutHalls Close Saturday May 5th at 5:00pm- Sign up for a time to check out with your CA (Sign up sheet on their door)-... Amber Bailey Free laundry starts April 30th through May 5th! (On Campus Students Only)

Check List For Checking Out

Halls Close Saturday May 5th at 5:00pm

- Sign up for a time to check out with your CA (Sign up sheet on their door)

- You must be completely moved out before doing the check out with CA (The CA will not check you out until you are completely moved out)

- Vacuum all living areas, wipe down furniture, lock windows and close blinds

- Clean out fridge (Do not unplug)

- Apartment: mop kitchen and bathroom, wipe down counters & clean shower

- Residence halls will be available over the summer for a $12.00 night charge or monthly rate. Students MUST register with the Office of Residential life before 5:00pm May 5th. Anyone not registered will be fined.
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