Episode 6 - Orange is the New Green
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Welcome to the Res Life Roundup podcast - Your online information source for on-campus programming, events, and resources. I am your host Nathan Roberts. Look for new editions on the 15th of every month during the academic school year.
Orange is the new green in Village Halls CASNR and HES these days. September is the kick-off month for their new recycling program. All eight floors in both buildings will be competing against one another in an all-out recycling war. As you walk through the buildings you will find three containers on each floor that are the new home to items previously thrown in the trash can. Paper, plastic and aluminum are being collected. The first floor filling all three 25 gallon containers will win the ultimate prize. They hope to continue this initiative throughout the year and incorporate it in other halls across campus.
If you’re looking to meet new people, create social programs on campus or are interested in being active during homecoming week, you should attend a North Monroe Hall Government meeting. North Monroe Hall Government is comprised of residents from Sitlington, Davis, Bost, Young and Morsani-Smith Halls. We meet Monday nights at the Griffith center at 8:30pm.
Thank you for listening to this edition of the Res Life Roundup – Your online information source for on-campus programming, events, and resources. For any other questions check out www.reslife.okstate.edu or contact your Resident Advisor.
Good luck with your academics and thanks for listening.
Episode 5 - Rewards, SOY Award & March Madness
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Welcome to the Res Life Roundup podcast - Your fast information source for on-campus programming, events, and resources. I am your host Nathan Roberts. Look for new editions on the 1st and 15th of every month during the academic school year.
Living On Campus Has Its Rewards!
Oklahoma State University's Department of Residential Life will reward students who return to live in the residence halls with several loyalty programs.
Residential Life is proud to introduce the 1, 2, 3 Reward Program. The 1, 2, 3 Reward Program gives students returning to the halls a discount. Sophomores will receive a 1% discount on their housing contract, a 2% discount for juniors, and a 3% discount for seniors and graduate students.
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Residential Life is also introducing FREE PARKING to all residents who return to ANY of the 25 residence halls. Students will still have to go on-line to register and pay for their parking permit, but Residential Life will reimburse them fully for this charge. This is in addition to the 1, 2, 3 Reward Program.
In the late 1980's, Residential Life instituted the Priority Single Program. Priority Singles are rooms in the traditional halls that are available at a greatly reduced rate. Students are able to live in a double room as a single for little more than a double room rate. Last year alone, over 300 students took advantage of this offer for a combined savings of over $400,000.
Priority Sign Up
Speaking of living on campus! Priority Sign Up will begin on March 31. This housing renewal process is going totally electronic! You will be able to sign up for a room on campus from any computer. You will be getting more information about the process via the Nuts & Bolts newsletters, from your student staff member, and in your okstate email account. Remember - get your orange on!
OSU Wins Again!
Oklahoma State University won the Regional School of the Year Award for the SWACURH (Southwest Affiliate of College and University Residence Halls) at the Annual No Frills Conference held February 15-17, 2008. Oklahoma State will now bid for the National School of the Year title at the National Association of College and University Residence Halls Conference which will be hosted at Oklahoma State University in May. OSU has won the regional award two years in a row, and has won the national award more than any other school in the country.
RHA Programming
March madness competition starts Selection Sunday (March 16th) Prizes will be awarded to the victor
Students can register for the event on facebook:
http://apps.facebook.com/cbssports/groups/group/12281. Watch for Watch parties through out campus for march madness.
Thank you for listening to this edition of the Res Life Roundup - Your fast information source for on-campus programming, events, and resources. For more information about campus programming and involvement in Hall Government, stop by 100 Drummond Hall or call 744-5600. For any other questions check out
www.reslife.okstate.edu or stop by the Residential Life office in Iba Hall. You can also contact your floor staff member or hall Residence Director and they will be happy to assist you.
Good luck with your academics and thanks for listening.
Episode 4 - Priority Signup, TITL, Choose Orange & More
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Do you have what it takes to be a superhero? Prove your skills at This is the Life 2008. On April 5th and 6th, high school seniors from around the land will be experiencing campus life and we need students living on campus to host them. As a host, you are paired with a participant and take them to the events planned throughout the weekend. All hosts, in return, receive a free t-shirt and four free meals. For more information and to download a host form, check out our website at
www.reslife.okstate.edu/titl/
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Priority Sign Up is coming very soon. This is the opportunity when you will choose your housing space for next year. Residential Life is excited to invite you back to campus for another year. Living on campus has many benefits: it is so convenient - you can easily walk to your classes, the Colvin, and the Union. In addition to your friends that live in the halls already, there are so many more to make. The dining options are outstanding Ð there are over 30 dining options on campus, and you can use your meal plan at all of them! And remember, students who live on campus make better grades, graduate earlier, and are move involved than students who live off campus. With 25 halls, 20 living/learning communities, and 4 distinct types of housing to choose from, there is something to fit every lifestyle and budget need. Watch for signs going up in the halls and your student staff member will have more information about Sign Up and what you will need to do.
Did you know that each of our dining options on campus features Choose Orange items on the menu and for sale? These items are easy to spot because the feature a Choose Orange sticker or are grouped with other Choose Orange items. These items are the healthier choices for you, and by choosing them on a regular basis, you are doing something good for your body, mind and spirit. Choose Orange items contain less than 30% of their calories from fat, and are low in sugar, sodium, and additives. Also, remember to watch the portion size, go easy on the deserts, and donÕt forget to exercise. YouÕll feel better, look better, and live longer! So Choose Orange!
The Leader/Scholar Applications will be going out soon. Be sure to check the Residential Life website for the applications. There are thousands of dollars in scholarships available. Student leaders, and employees of Residential Life can apply for these awards. So if you are active on your floor, in your hall, in your college, and are successful in your academics, then be sure to apply for a Leader/Scholar Award.
Thank you for listening to this edition of the Res Life Roundup Ð Your fast information source for on-campus programming, events, and resources. For more information about campus programming and involvement in Hall Government, stop by 100 Drummond Hall or call 744-5600. For any other questions check out www.reslife.okstate.edu or stop by the Residential Life office in Iba Hall. You can also contact your floor staff member or hall Residence Director and they will be happy to assist you.
Good luck with your academics and thanks for listening.
Episode 3 - Holiday Gifts & Toys for Tots
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Welcome to the Res Life Roundup podcast - Your fast information source for on-campus programming, events, and resources. I am your host Nathan Roberts. Look for new editions on the 1st and 15th of every month during the academic school year.
SPW Dining is collecting Toys for Tots in The Little Bakery. Please donate a new toy in the Bakery and then come join us for the Toys for Tots party on December 6th from 9-11pm.
More holiday fun can be found at North Monroe Hall Government's annual Holiday Bingo. It will be held at the Noble Research Center, Room 106, on Sunday, December 2nd at 8 pm. You will be guaranteed to have fun, and who knows, you might win one of the fabulous prizes!
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Are you craving some homemade food? Look no further than the Adams Market Holiday Dinner! Join them on Thursday, December 6th for a delicious holiday meal with all of the trimmings you won't want to miss.
Still have money left on your meal plan? Do you want to surprise your family and friends with a thoughtful gift when you go home? Then order some delicious baked goods from Season's Eatings. You have until Wednesday, December 5th to place your Christmas orders. For more information and to see a copy of the order form, just go to the Res Life website.
Remember to study hard, and don't get too stressed out. Thanks again for choosing to live on campus this year, and we wish you the best of luck on your final exams.
Thank you for listening to this edition of the Res Life Roundup - Your fast information source for on-campus programming, events, and resources. For more information about campus programming and involvement in Hall Government, stop by 100 Drummond Hall or call 744-5600. For any other questions check out
www.reslife.okstate.edu or stop by the Residential Life office in Iba Hall. You can also contact your floor staff member or hall Residence Director and they will be happy to assist you.
Good luck with your academics and thanks for listening.
Episode 2 - Toys for Tots, Safety & Turkey Dinner
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Welcome to the Res Life Roundup podcast, Your fast information source for on-campus programming, events, and resources. I am your host Nathan Roberts. Look for new editions on the 1st and 15th of every month during the academic school year.
National Residence Hall Honorary organization is hosting a Turkey Dinner. This fundraising dinner will be held in Kerr/Drummond Dining on November 28th at 6pm. All proceeds go to the Stillwater Rape Crisis Center.
SPW Dining is collecting Toys for Tots in The Little Bakery. Please donate a new toy in the Bakery and then come join us for the Toys for Tots party on December 6th from 9-11pm.
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The holiday season is upon us and we ask that you help conserve electricity on campus by taking these simple but effective steps before you go home: turn off all lights, unplug all items except for refrigerators, aquariums, and phones, lower room blinds, set thermostat to heat, temperature to 60, and fan to auto, and leave ceiling fans running at a medium speed.
Stillwater and the campus community are safe and comfortable environments. However, even in the safest places we suggest that you take precautions to keep yourself and your property free from damage and harm. Here are some ways you can keep the holiday season safe for you and your community:
-Always lock your room door and keep your keys and ID with you at all times
-When walking through parking areas or dimly lit areas of campus, call friends to meet you and then walk back to the building together
-If you do not know someone as a resident, never hold the door for them in limited access halls
-Never prop building exterior doors
-Report door or building maintenance concerns to your staff members or front desk immediately
-Remember that if you are feeling unsafe in your building or on campus you can call your community Front Desk or OSU Police Department at any time for help.
Thank you for listening to this edition of the Res Life Roundup - Your fast information source for on-campus programming, events, and resources. For more information about campus programming and involvement in Hall Government, stop by 100 Drummond Hall or call 744-5600. For any other questions check out
www.reslife.okstate.edu or stop by the Residential Life office in Iba Hall. You can also contact your floor staff member or hall Residence Director and they will be happy to assist you.
Good luck with your academics and thanks for listening.
Episode 1 - The Inaugural Edition of the ResLife Roundup Podcast
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Welcome to the inaugural edition of the Res Life Roundup podcast - Your fast information source for on-campus programming, events, and resources. I am your host Nathan Roberts. Look for new editions on the 1st and 15th of every month during the academic school year.
The Spanish Floor on 10th Floor Wentz Hall is offering tutoring for students in Spanish I and II classes the day before tests. This service is open in any student enrolled in Spanish courses. Wentz is also hosting the Dia de los Muertos celebration also known as the "Day of The Dead". This event will take place November 1st at 7pm in the Wentz 1st floor living room and is co-hosted by the Spanish Club and Spanish Floor Living Community. All campus community members are welcome.
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The Kamm Leadership House is fundraising for a trip to Safari Park in Caney KS on April 4th and 5th. Fundraising efforts will help offset travel and food costs for the trip. For more information about this trip or Kamm Leadership House activities contact Andrea Reger at 405 332-0420.
Zink and Allen Suites are conducting study sessions in 1st and 3rd floor lounges on Monday and Wednesday nights. Each lounge will have an academic discipline or "theme". Also in the Zink first floor lounge will be "Scary Movie Night" on November 5th. For more information about both events contact Jessica Falish at 405 744-1535.
Residence Halls Association Vice President's Council will be hosting the event "Boxer Bash". This event will be held November 13th from 7-930pm and will include music, games, and free food. Appropriate pajama dress code is required. For more information contact Bill Cash in the RHA Office in 100 Drummond Hall.
RHA is having a fundraising bake sale on November 7th to benefit the Stillwater Rape Crisis Center. Stop by the Kerr/Drummond Lobby from noon to 9pm to support this fundraising effort.
National Residence Hall Honorary organization is hosting a Turkey Dinner. This event will involve cook-off competition for side dishes with the general public eating for a nominal fee. All proceeds go to the Stillwater Rape Crisis Center. Check back for our November 15th edition for more details!
SPW Dining is collecting Toys for Tots in The Little Bakery. Please donate a new toy in the Bakery and then come join us for the Toys for Tots party on December 6th from 9-11pm.
Blair Dining in Bennett Hall will be hosing a Soul Food Dinner on Thursday November 1st from 530-730pm. You may use your University Dining Service Meal plan or cash to enjoy this festive meal.
Been to Pistol Pizza in Kerr/Drummond lately? Come check out the new meal options for dinner that go far beyond your standard college pizza.
Don't forget that 20something convenience store located in the Kerr/Drummond Mezzanine is now open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Come check out the expanded product line and selection of items perfect for warming up in your room or cooking in your apartment or suite.
Thank you for listening to this edition of the Res Life Roundup - Your fast information source for on-campus programming, events, and resources. For more information about campus programming and involvement in Hall Government, stop by 100 Drummond Hall or call 744-5600. For any other questions check out
www.reslife.okstate.edu or stop by the Residential Life office in Iba Hall. You can also contact your floor staff member or hall Residence Director and they will be happy to assist you.
Good luck with your academics and thanks for listening.
