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Housing Happenings

Community Connections

Community living can be the highlight of your college career . It offers you a chance to meet , interact and build relationships with interesting and diverse people . In order to truly benefit from community living , you need to get involved . Here ’ s a few ideas :
• Respect others ’ space , their dreams and their rights to express opinions .
• Show genuine interest by giving everyone a chance .
• Cooperate and compromise , because you can ’ t always get what you want .
• Take initiative by introducing yourself , asking friendly questions and striking up conversations .
• Take responsibility by admitting mistakes , making amends and being responsible for your behavior .
• Offer assistance when someone is in need .
• Confront conflicts with care .
• Be a team player .
• Give Yourself Away – share your time and assistance with your community !
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Dining Announcements

Paws-N-Go Market
Located at the North Gym , Paws-N-Go market is Fresno State ’ s convenience store . It ’ s open Monday-Thursday from 9:00am to 10:00pm and Friday from 9:00am to 7:00pm . They have snacks , beverages and much more !
Flex Money $ 150 , $ 200 for Silver Meal Plan , will be automatically put on your student ID card , each semester , for use at the University Dining Services locations on campus .

Get Involved

Enhance your experience at Fresno State and University Courtyard by getting involved with the different opportunities we offer :
• Residence Halls Association ( RHA )
• Programming Committees
• Color Games Events
• Programs
• Campus Events
• Spring 2018 Leadership Class ( RA 70 ) Talk to your Resident Advisor for more information , or e-mail tmatlock @ csufresno . edu .

Personal Safes

Have you seen the safe in your room yet ? Each resident gets their own safe that is conveniently located in their closet . While your room is already secure , you now have the peace of mind of knowing your most valuable belongings are protected while you are away from your room . Here are some interesting facts about the safes !
• Create your own personal pin code
• Stores up to a 17-inch Laptop
• Store additional items : cell phones , credit cards , money , iPods , tablets , keys , important documents , etc .
There is a $ 98 charge for using the safes . You may opt out of this fee by filing out the opt out form in the Atrium by Thursday , August 31 .

Staying Safe

Safety is a top priority at University Courtyard . Keep yourself and our campus safe by following these simple steps :
• Don ’ t let strangers into your hall . Each resident received a key at checkin that can open the exterior door and their own room door .
• Report any suspicious activities or emergencies to Fresno State Police by pressing a blue phone button or calling 278-8400 or 9 -1-1 .
• Take advantage of campus escort services by calling 559-278-8400 .
• Never walk alone at night and always stay in well lit areas .
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