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FAQ - Residence Life


Residence Life

University of Wisconsin-Superior

Yellowjacket Union 140
Belknap and Catlin
P.O. Box 2000
Superior, WI 54880

ph. 715-394-8438

fax. 715-394-8454

hours:
7:45am-4:30pm

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Residence Life

FAQ

What is the cost of Housing?

 

UWS New Freshman or Transfer

Curran-McNeil, Ostrander, or Crownhart Hall double room: $ 1420

Curran-McNeil, Ostrander, or Crownhart Hall single room: $ 2020

Ross Hall double room: $ 1220

Ross Hall single room: $ 1820

UWS Returners (No Discount)

Curran-McNeil, Ostrander, or Crownhart Hall double room: $1570

Curran-McNeil, Ostrander, or Crownhart Hall single room: $2170

Ross Hall double room: $1370

Ross Hall single room: $1970

UWS Returners (Discount)

Double: $ 1256

Single: $ 1736

LSC/WITC Student Returner to Halls

Curran-McNeil, Ostrander, or Crownhart Hall double room: $ 1669

Curran-McNeil, Ostrander, or Crownhart Hall single room: $ 2306

Ross Hall double room: $ 1456

Ross Hall single room: $ 2104

LSC/WITC Student New to Halls

Curran-McNeil, Ostrander, or Crownhart Hall double room: $ 1519

Curran-McNeil, Ostrander, or Crownhart Hall single room: $ 2156

Ross Hall double room: $ 1306

Ross Hall single room: $ 1954

Are the halls open during breaks?

Yes! Halls are open over Thanksgiving, Winter, and Spring breaks and residents are welcome to stay as much time as they prefer. Residents must notify Break RA's of their occupancy prior to the break by signing up at the front desk for safety reasons.

What are the bed sizes in the residence halls?

All beds are standard twin size beds. Bed frames are either lofts (provided in Crownhart Hall and Curran-McNeill 4th Floor, available for rent all other floors) or regular, wood frames. For more information on bed lofts look at the Bedloft.com web page.

What things can/can’t you have in the Res Halls?

A complete list can be found under the Rooms tab on the Residence Life homepage.

What happens if I lose my key/fob/mailbox key?

If you lose your key or fob, contact an RA in the building you live. You can do this by contacting them directly or by calling the duty phone during duty hours (7pm to 8am). They will issue you a temporary key and fob. You can also get a replacement key or fob for a small fee. For a replacement mailbox key, see the Union Desk in the Yellow Jacket Union (this too requires a small replacement fee).

Crownhart Duty phone: 218-522-0620
Curran-McNeill Ostrander Duty phone: 218-522-0622
Ross Duty phone: 218-522-0624

What is an RA?

RA stands for Resident Assistant. This person is a student/staff member that works to develop resident interpersonal skills and community while performing administrative duties. They facilitate hall front desk operations, develop personal relationships with students, create programs for floors, enforce policies, and much more.If a resident has a problem, question, or concern this is the first person they should go to.

What are on campus living requirements?

Freshmen and sophomore students (students who have 56 credits or less) who are not veterans, married or living with parents or guardian AND who have not reached the age of 20 by the first day of classes of fall semester are required to live on campus. Students who live with a guardian less than 35 miles away from campus may be considered a Commuter and live off campus.

What are the meal plans?

The Superior Plan

  • Unlimited access to the Union Cafe, plus $50 in Jacket Cash per semester
  • Cost for the Superior Plan is $1340 per semester

The Black & Gold Plan

  • 135 meals in the Union Cafe, plus $125 in Jacket Cash per semester
  • Cost for the Black & Gold Plan is $1140 per semester

For more information see the Aviands web page.

How does mail work?

Mail is delivered in the late morning daily (except for Sunday). Residents can get their mail with a key in the YU during their hours of business. Each person who lives in the residence halls receives their own personal mailbox.

Can I have a guest?

Yes, as long as both roommates (if applicable) agree to the guest's visit. We ask that guests stay no longer than 3 days.

Do I need a parking permit?

Parking passes are available through parking services for students and visitors. Daily parking permits are also available. For more information see the Parking Services web page.

How does laundry work?

Both washers and dryers are available in the basement of every residence hall. It costs $1.25 to both wash and dry. Change machines are also available in the laundry rooms.

What happens if I want to change roommates?

Changing roommates is not encouraged but is allowed. To change roommates contact an RA or your hall's Hall Manager or Assistant Hall Manager.

What if I have a noisy neighbor?

Courtesy hours are always in effect and quiet hours last from 10pm to 10am on weeknights and 12am to 12pm on weekends. During these times a resident can call a "Duty Cell Phone" which an RA on duty has. The RA can address any problem a resident may have, including a noisy neighbor.

Can I have a pet?

Small fish in tanks 20 gallons or less are the only animals allowed in the residence halls.

How do I get a roommate?

Once you have turned in a housing contract, information for will be sent to you regarding Roommate Gateway via the e-mail that was given to us on the housing contract. Roommate Gateway is a system that allows residents to choose each other as roommates by using a profile system.

Do the residence halls have wireless Internet connection?

Yes! We are proud of our wireless system accessible in all residence halls.


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