Housing & Residence Life. Residence Offer

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1 Housing & Residence Life Residence Offer Residence Offers Information Guide 2018

2 Congratulations! We are pleased to offer you a space in Ryerson University s residence for This booklet will help to guide you through; how to accept your offer, how to pay, important dates, and good ideas of what to bring to residence. We ll be posting more information throughout the summer on our website at ryerson.ca/housing and ing you whenever we make big updates. You can expect a big update about move-in in early August.

3 Accepting Your Offer Important Dates Buildings & Room Styles Faces Around Residence Campus Services & Events Packing List FAQ Contact us Residence Offer Information Guide 3

4 Accepting your residence offer To completely accept your offer follow the steps on either the Quick or Detailed checklists below. Deadline to accept is June 27, 2018 Quick Checklist: Detailed Checklist: Step 1: Login to erezlife Step 1: Login to erezlife using your username and password you created when first applying for residence Step 2: Select your meal plan Step 3: Read and sign (electronically) the Residence Contract & Community Standards Step 4: Accept offer Step 5: Pay your 1st installment Step 2: Open your offer in the application screen Residence Offer Information Guide 4

5 Step 3: Read the building and room style you ve been offered in the pages below. (You ll find out your specific floor and room approximately a week before the official Move-in Day, August 26, 2018) Step 4: Select your meal plan from the list available. To review meal plan details, please visit our meal plan webpage. Residence Offer Information Guide 5

6 Step 5: Open and read the Residence Community Standards. Agree to the terms and conditions of the Residence Community Standards. Step 6: Accept your Residence Offer of Accomodation Residence Offer Information Guide 6

7 Step 7: Look at your residence fees. Your residence fees will depend on the meal plan you chose. Your full residence fees include both the rent and meal plan fees shown in erezlife ILC and Pitman Hall 8 month Term HOEM 11.5 Month Term Step 8: Pay your 1st installment fee by your offer deadline (June 27, 2018). The payments can be made the same way that you paid the application fee for residence. You can find information on payment options at: Residence Offer Information Guide 7

8 Ensure you have these dates marked on your calendar. Important Dates Events Dates Residence Offers Sent Out June 15, 2018 Residence Offer Acceptance & 1st Installment of Fees Due June 27, 2018 (All buildings) Last Day to Withdraw Financial Responsibility for Room (PIT/ILC only) June 1, 2018 Move-in Day August 26, 2018 Orientation Week Aug Sept. 3, 2018 Classes Begin September 4, nd Installment of Residence Fees Due (All buildings) October 16, 2018 Mid-Year Break** Dec 15, 2018 Jan. 6, 2019 (Pitman Hall Closed, HOEM and ILC Open) 3rd Installment of Residence Fees Due (All buildings) January 23, th Installment of Residence Fees Due (All buildings) March 15, th Installment of Residence Fees Due (HOEM only) April 24, Month Move-Out Day April 27, 2019 (Pitman Hall and ILC only) 6th Installment of Residence Fees Due (HOEM only) June 19, month Move-out Day (HOEM only) August 11, 2019 *The dates above may be subject to change. If a change becomes necessary, applicants will be given notice well in advance of the date. **The residences are closed during the Mid-Year Break. Your belongings can stay in residence, however you will need to vacate the residence, unless you ve been approved to stay in the ILC or HOEM. Residence Offer Information Guide 8

9 Buildings & Room Styles HOEM Residence (HOEM) 2-Bedroom Apartment 3-Bedroom Apartment 4-Bedroom Apartment International Living & Learning Centre (ILC) Single with Private Washroom Double with Semi-Private Washroom Pitman More information regarding Ryerson s residences, fees, and room styles can be found at ryerson.ca/housing Single with Shared Hallway Washroom Double with Shared Hallway Washroom Paired with Semi-Private Washroom 4 or 5 Bedroom Apartment with Shared Apartment Washroom Residence Offer Information Guide 9

10 Faces Around Residence Residence Life & Education: The Residence Life Team (RLT) would like to officially welcome you to residence! Residence can be considered one of the most unique classrooms on a campus. It s important to remember that living in residence is an opportunity to learn and grow individually, but also as a part of the Ryerson University Housing & Residence Life community. Every student has a Residence Advisor (RA) living in their community whose role is to develop community within residence. Every student is assigned an Academic Link (AL) who supports our students academic transition based on faculty or program. These roles, as well as our Varsity Link and Programming Link are all upper-year student leaders. Residence Service Desks (RSD) Residence Service Desk Agents are the first face you see when entering the residence communities. This team maintains 24/7 access control for HOEM, ILC, and Pitman Hall as well as guest sign-ins and packaging tracking. They are a great information source for resources in and around residence as well as across campus. The residence service desks are staffed by student leaders during the day and security officers overnight & on weekends. Residence Offer Information Guide 10

11 Campus Services and Events SHIFT Are you a student with a disability heading into first year University? Does your disability impact your learning? SHIFT (Students Heading into Full-Time) is Ryerson University's FREE transition program for students with disabilities. The program is specifically designed for first-year students with a documented disability (such as, an LD, ADHD, mental health Impacts, physical, sensory, and/ or medical disability) entering into any post-secondary institution in Ontario. During SHIFT, incoming students learn about the accommodation process at Ryerson, take the first step in getting registered with Academic Accommodation Support (AAS), and plan for a strong transition to university. SHIFT will be offered as a one-day program (9:00 am-4:00 pm), on the following dates: Thursday June 21, 2018 Wednesday, July 18, 2018 Wednesday August 15, 2018 Wednesday August 22, 2018 Students can find more information and register online: SHIFT registration Orientation Ryerson Orientation Week is a great opportunity to meet new people while enjoying your first official week at Ryerson! It s 9 days long starting with Move-In Day on Sunday, August 26th and ending on Monday, September 3rd. All the events are free and require no registration! The schedule will be posted online soon ( so make sure you refer to it to see all the amazing events we have planned for this unforgettable week! Remember: There will be Ryerson Orientation Crew (ROC) members who will be here to guide you through orientation, and you can always talk to your Residence Advisor (RA) for more information. Meal Plans For information regarding meal plans, including fees, visit our meal plan webpage. Residence Offer Information Guide 11

12 What to Pack SLEEP Mattress pad Sheets Blankets Duvet/duvet cover Pillow(s) Pillow case(s) Alarm clock Fan ORGANIZE Clothing hamper Hangers Storage bins Under-bed storage Food storage Containers Drawer organizers Adhesive removal hooks (Note: No-hole wall hangings only) SCHOOL Pets (of any kind or size) Candles: They are a fire hazard open flames are banned Extra Furniture: There is no additional storage available Huge stereos with loud bass Loud instruments (i.e. electric guitars, drums etc.): They are a disruption to the community Hot plates Any illegal substance/item Binders/notebooks Pencils/pens/ Hole punch/stapler & staples Envelopes/stamps Paper clips/scissors /tape Erasers/white out Post-it notes Backpack KITCHEN DO NOT BRING CLOTHING Shoes/boots Pajamas Jackets/coats Hats/mittens /scarves Flip flops Bathing suit Bathrobe Exercise gear STUDENTS IN HOEM Plates/bowls Glasses/mugs Pot(s)/frying pan(s) Cutlery/knives Grater Cutting board Utensils/oven mitts Napkins/paper/dish towels Mini-fridge (PIT & ILC only) Toaster/kettle/blender Dish rack Aluminum foil/plastic CLEAN A list of specific items that will be included in HOEM will be coming out later this summer. TOILETRIES Broom/dust pan Mop/Swiffer Garbage/ziploc bags Antibacterial wipes Toilet/mirror cleaner Sponges/brushes /towels Laundry detergent /basket Drying rack (foldable) Dryer sheets Iron/ironing board Paper towel Medication/vitamins In-shower mat Towels/wash cloths Over-the-door towel hooks Soap pump/dish Toilet paper/tissues Plunger/toilet brush Nail clippers & file Shampoo/conditioner Styling tools Residence Offer Information Guide 12

13 Frequently Asked Questions When is move-in day? Move-in Day is on Sunday, August 26th, More information will be shared about move-in day in early August. When can I find out my room number? Room numbers are released approximately a week before move-in day, to allow you to label your belongings with your room number in preparation of move-in day. Can I know who my roommate is before I move in? No, due to privacy policies that the University is bound by, we cannot disclose your or your roommate s information to one another. You will meet your roommates on move-in day. If you re worried about what items you ll share, remember that you ll be in downtown Toronto, so it s easy to pick up any items you may need. Can I visit the residences before I move in? Absolutely! Tours of the residences are available Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 1:00pm until August 1st, Just check in with us at the Housing & Residence Life Office, Room 100, Pitman Hall. To register for a tour, visit our webpage at ryerson.ca/housing/visitus. Can I bring my own mattress or other furniture for my room? There is no extra storage space in the residences so we cannot store any of the current furniture that is in your room. For this reason, you are not able to bring your own furniture. The furniture provided must remain in the room. Residence Offer Information Guide 13

14 Can I bring a fridge? Yes, you can bring a mini-fridge (3.2 cubic feet) for your room. Can I bring a microwave/toaster/kettle/coffee maker or any other appliances? You can bring these appliances to residence, however you are not allowed to use them in your room. If you would like to use the toaster or kettle, etc. you can do so in the lounge kitchen on your floor of Pitman or ILC. Pitman and ILC lounges already have microwaves. HOEM has microwaves within the individual suite kitchens, and you will be provided with a kettle and toaster as well. Will there be a place to store my trunk, suitcases, etc.? Anything you bring with you will need to be stored in your room. Try to pack most of your belongings in collapsible/recyclable containers. Do I need insurance? Yes! Ryerson isn't responsible for loss, damage, or theft of money or personal belongings within your room. You are advised to make sure your room door is shut and locked when you leave. We strongly recommend you carry some form of personal property & liability insurance, covering items which you have in your room. The insurance is inexpensive, especially when you consider the cost of replacing your clothes, computer, etc. Can I switch my room? There are specific periods during the school year when you can request a room switch. These periods are November and February. Room switches are not permitted before November to allow for sufficient time for roommates/suitemates to develop an understanding of each other and their surroundings. Please note there is a $250 room switch fee associated with requesting a room switch. During the summer months we are unable to accommodate room switch requests. Residence Offer Information Guide 14

15 What do I need to bring for the internet? Will the internet work as soon as I move in? Internet is included in your residence fees and will be available for you to use once you move in. HOEM - has both wifi and wired internet.to use the wired internet, please bring an ethernet cable. ILC - has internet available via ethernet cable in each of the rooms, however there is no wifi available. Students may want to bring a router to plug into the modem provided in the room to access wifi. Otherwise, please bring an ethernet cable to access the wired internet in the room. Pitman Hall - has wireless internet, and you do not need to bring anything for it to work. Can I have guests in res? Yes! You are allowed to have overnight guests for a maximum of three consecutive nights. Out of consideration, suite mate consent is required prior to inviting any overnight guests to stay with you. Guests must provide valid photo identification and be signed into the building and it is your responsibility to inform them of the building policies and appropriate behaviour in res before you take them upstairs. Exceptions: During Orientation Week & exam periods no overnight guests are allowed in the buildings. Can I bring a bike to residence? You can bring a bike to residence however you are not allowed to keep it in your bedroom. There is a bike locker in Pitman Hall that you can leave your bike in after you give us a $10 key deposit. There are a limited number of spaces. There is lots of indoor bike parking at HOEM, and you can sign up for access to the bike storage space through the front desk. Are there places on campus that offer student discounts? Yes! A list of places can be found on our student life website. Where should my mail be sent to? HOEM (Your Name) Mail Box # 186 Jarvis St Toronto, On M5B 2B7 ILC (Your Name) Mail Box # 240 Jarvis St Toronto, On M5B 2L1 Pitman Hall] (Your Name) Mail Box # 160 Mutual St Toronto, On M5B 2M2 Residence Offer Information Guide 15

16 Contact Us Phone: Fax: Address: 160 Mutual St., Toronto, Ontario, M5B 2M2 Office Location: Pitman Hall, PIT-100 Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 10am to 5pm Follow Us Online Add us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram to stay in touch with the Housing & Residence Life community throughout the year. Here you will be able to meet some of our new neighbours, view photos from the residence community, get quick news about our upcoming events, and share ideas, insights and comments with your fellow residents. Residence Offer Information Guide 16