May 2008 Check-Out Procedures
The end of the spring semester is drawing near. We,
the Office of Residence Life, would like all residents to have a
successful end to the academic year. Below you will find important
May checkout procedures.
The Residence Halls will close at 10:00 a.m.
on Thursday, May 15, 2008.
Every resident must check out by the above date and time, unless
they have received an extension approved by the Office of Residence
Life.
Note
Vehicles are not permitted on the sidewalks or lawn area of the
Residential Village.
Check-Out Procedures
You
must check out of the residence halls no later than 24 hours after
yourlast final exam or by 10:00 am on Thursday, May 15th.
Residents
must schedule a checkout appointment with their Resident Assistant
at least 24 hours in advance of expected departure.
Appointments
are mandatory, and must be scheduled between 9:00 a.m. and 9:00
p.m. If you need to checkout at any other time, speak to your
RA
If
you need to check out on Thursday, May 15, your appointment time
must be scheduled before 9:00 a.m.
Clean
your suite, room, and bathroom(s). The suite/room should be
returned to its original condition.
Remove
all garbage from your suite/room. Place garbage in the trash
receptacles provided outside or in the garbage room on your
floor.
Do
not leave garbage in the hallway.
Place
furniture in an orderly fashion.
All
personal furniture including carpets and rugs must be removed.
Pack
and remove all of your belongings BEFORE your check out appointment
or have them packed and placed in the suite area.
Property
that remains in the suite after check out will be discarded.
Remember
to be on time for your checkout appointment.
Checkout Appointment
Return your keys to your Resident Assistant and sign your
Check-in/Check-out Agreement Cover Letter and Room Condition Report
(RCR).
If there are damages in your suite, room, or bathroom(s) that
you are taking responsibility for, please indicate these damages on
the RCR, sign your name next to the damage(s), and sign the
RCR.
If no one takes responsibility for damages every resident in the
suite/room will be charged.
Once you have checked out, all of your belongings must be
removed. You will not be permitted to enter your suite/room
after you have checked out and returned your keys.
Damage and Improper Checkout Charges
Failure to comply with the Check-Out Procedures stated above
will result in a $75 improper checkout charge.
After the Residence Halls close, the Residence Director with a
member of Facilities Services will use the Room Condition Report
that was completed by the Resident Assistant and inspect all
suites, rooms, and bathrooms. They will verify damages stated on
the form and may also record additional damages that are not stated
on the RCR.
Bedroom damages will be assessed to occupants of that room.
Suite damages will be assessed to all occupants of the
suite.
Floor damages (includes hallway and lounge area) will
be assessed to occupants of that floor.
Building damages will be assessed to the occupants of that
building.
Charges will be assessed for cleaning suites, rooms, and
bathrooms.
Lock changes will be assessed individually.
An itemized damage bill will be mailed to your home in June.
If charges are assessed, the amount will be added to your
University Account and then deducted from the $250 damage
deposit. The remaining amount will stay on your account as a
credit.
If the damages assessed exceed $250, the additional
amount will be added to your account and you will receive a bill
from the Bursar Office.
If you have any questions about closing, please contact your
Residence Director. Good Luck on Finals and Have a Great
Summer.