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Campus Living Guide 2006-2007
ContentsFrom the Director
Welcome to Clemson University housing The staff of the University Housing office is committed to doing
everything posshysible to make your Clemson years the best they can be Please call on us if we can help in any way
Verna G Howell Executive Director of Housing
University Housing Mission
The mission of University Housing is to provide students with safe clean well-maintained reasonshyably priced housing where academic success and personal growth are proshymoted
Instant celebrity Fame
Bragging rights (and cool prizes)
All this can be yours
But you have to enter the third annual Best Room on Campus contest to win
Make plans now and look for details in September
Note The 2005-2006 winners are featured on the cover
2 WhereDoYouFitIn
4 TheBigMove
9 TheClemsonFamily
11 YouCanCountonUs
13 HallinaDayrsquosWork
15 CommonGround
16 RoommatesRespectIs
theKey
19 AtYourService
24 FoodforThought
26 BedsAloft
27 FishTales
29 PlayItSafe
33 ThatrsquostheRule
37 ComingtoCampus
40 CampusMap
44 CallUs
Backcover Checklist
Additionalinformationisavailable
atourWebsite
wwwhousingclemsonedu
Keep this guide in a handy place Yoursquoll want to bring it to campus when you come
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College may seem like a mystery to you right now But remember itrsquos brand new for everyone else in your class too Yoursquore about to join a great group mdash the Clemson family And yoursquoll have the time of your life as you find your place in the Clemson comshymunity
If yoursquore nervous about having a roommate donrsquot worry Some students have never shared a room with anyone but itrsquos not as hard as you may think You can have a great time At Clemson yoursquoll get to know many different kinds of people mdash thatrsquos a good thing Learning to live with other students is as much a part of your college education as anything yoursquoll learn in the classroom
Wersquove included your housing assignment in this package with the name and address of your roommate You may want to contact him or her before you arrive at Clemson Students tell us that the letters phone calls and emails they exshychanged before coming to campus took a lot of pressure off their first day here So start getting to know each other and then relax We know you want to fit in here And at Clemson wersquore in it together
Where Do You
Fit In
4
MoveThe Big
All new students (those who have never attended Clemson University) may move in beginning at 800 am on Saturday August 19 2006 All returning students may move in beginning at 800 am on Sunday August 20 2006 Arrivals prior to these dates and times are NOT possible because residential areas are still being prepared and staff are not yet in place
We want to make things as easy as possible for you and your parents so wersquove set up this suggested schedule for Saturday and Sunday to help minimize long lines and traffic jams We strongly recommend that you try to arrive according to this schedule
If your last name begins with Try to move in A-I 800-900 am or
1230-130 pm J-R 930-1030 am or
200-300 pm S-Z 1100 am-noon or
330-430 pm
We know that everyone may not be able to follow this plan because of travel or other complications but using this schedule will help You can check in each day until 1000 pm If you want to avoid the biggest crowds you might conshysider moving in on Monday or Tuesday
For the spring semester residence halls and apartments will open on Sunday January 7 2007 at 800 am
Get Ahead of the Pack
If you live fairly close to campus (within a two- to three-hour drive) itrsquos best to pack only the things you really need including clothes to last 14 days After a couple of weeks you can go home and get the rest of your belongshyings By then yoursquoll have a better idea of what you need and what will fit into your room
What a Load
When you move in wersquoll have cershytain areas that you can use to unload your things but you canrsquot leave your car or truck unattended in these spots After unloading please move your vehicle to a nearby parking lot If it rains wersquoll change the plans to allow residents to put their things in the nearest dry area (such as a porch or lobby) If you have a hand truck bring it with you
Itrsquos a good idea to pick up your key as soon as you get on campus Just go to the front desk of your assigned residence hall or apartment to get it Be sure to have a picture ID with you
Ship Shape
If you want to ship trunks or large boxes send them to University Station Clemson University Clemson SC 29632 Your name and box number must appear on all items Pickup hours are from 830 am to 500 pm weekdays The Clemson University Post Office is on the lower level of the University Union For your convenience the University Post Office will be open 1000 am-500 pm both days of move-in weekend August 19-20 2006
Keep It Legal
Be sure to carefully review your copy of the University Housing Conshytract for all applicable rules regulations and policies concerning your new home and community Many of these are also discussed in this guide on pages 26-36 Remember the contract you signed is for the entire academic year (both fall and spring semesters)
President and Mrs Barker volunteer at move-in
Get
tin
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ettl
ed
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6
Before
The Personal Touch
Just picture it mdash a place that shows off your personal taste and interests Itrsquos a little bit of ldquoyourdquo Thatrsquos what your room will be once you and your roommate dress it up Remember it wonrsquot look that way when you first walk in
A lot of our students get in touch with their roommate before they come to camshypus so they can start the decorating process together mdash color schemes posters mdash whatshyever it takes Talking together ahead of time also helps you decide what to bring so you donrsquot end up with two stereos and no TV
Bring ItPack up your computer television VCR stereo CD player and radio
You can bring all of those things with you Keep a level head though You want to be comfortable but you probably wonrsquot have space for everything you own because yoursquoll be living in a room not an entire house Closets and dresser space are limited so bring only the clothes you need for a
After
season Remember that you have to find a place for whatever you bring to the room Soft luggage can be folded and easily stored and many students find that footlockers are easy to use for transporting and storing things in the room
Most residence halls have refrigerators and microwave ovens available for your use either in the hall kitchen or lounges You might also want to consider renting a Microfridge (combination microwave reshyfrigerator-freezer) If so see the ldquoCool Itrdquo section on page 7 Some other things you may want to bring include the following
bull Telephone bull Iron and portable ironing board bull Desk lamp (not halogen) bull Alarm clock bull Clothes hangers bull Mattress cover (extra-long) bull Bed linens (extra-long) bull Surge protector (see your contract for deshy
tails on this power strip) bull Towels
bull Small vacuum cleaner bull Trash can
DIRECTV
Basic DIRECTV service is available in all housing areas and itrsquos already included in your semester housing fee If yoursquore a reshyally big movie fan you can buy additional premium packages directly from the DIRECTV company at 1-800-610-0797
Bring Your Laptop
Internet access can put you in touch with the four corners of the earth and Clemson University can take you there from the comfort of your own room All of our residence halls and apartments are fully wired through a campus-wide network called ResCom (Residential Computing) Each student has a dedicated high-speed data port which is separate from the phone line
As an added bonus to living on camshypus all residence halls have wireless access in all the common areas This means you can use your laptop while doing laundry or just sitting around waiting on your friends The freshman halls have wireless cyber lounges that give you a place to sit and work in comfort or you can meet with other students to work on group projects These cyber lounges also have Ethernet hook-ups
Best of all there is no extra charge for this service However there are minimum system requirements (for your computer) if you want to get wired up Check this inforshymation online at rescomclemsonedu
All incoming freshmen are required to have a laptop For more information on this requirement or for information on purchasshying a laptop please visit laptopclemsonedu
Roll Out the Carpet
If you want the feel of carpet between your toes and you plan to live in Johnstone Benet Young Cope Geer or Sanders you may want to consider bringing room-size carpet from home because these areas are not carpeted You can also buy a remnant at numerous local stores Be sure to check out the room measurements and floor plans online at wwwhousingclemsonedu
Cool It
You can keep a refrigerator in your room if itrsquos no larger than 36 cubic feet A combination microfridge multipliance is also available for rent This unit includes a microwave (the only microwave allowed in residence halls) a refrigerator and a zero-degree freezer New and used units are available Student Government and Colshylegiate Concepts provide this service and they can have it delivered to your room Just go online to wwwcollegefridgecom or call 1-888-929-0806 for more informashytion or to place an order All University apartments have full-size refrigerators and microwaves are also available in Lightsey Bridge I and II
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Did You Call
Bring your own telephone Two teleshyphone jacks are provided in each residence hall room and apartments have three Each apartment or residence hall room has one phone number that you will share with your roommate(s) Free voice mail is provided and charges for local phone services are included in the housing rental fee We also have an optional discounted long-distance service If you didnrsquot receive information about the long-distance service call the Office of Telecommunications at (864) 656-2550 for details On campus email TelecomServices-Lclemsonedu to report telephone line maintenance The Univershysity will service your telephone line but not your telephone
Leave It at Home
We want to keep the residence halls as safe as possible so there are some things we just canrsquot allow in your room
bull Candles (not even as decoration) bull Halogen lamps
bull Microwave ovenscooking appliances (except Microfridges thermostatically controlled percolators and hot-air popshycorn poppers)
bull Electrical fixtures such as ceiling fans or track lighting
bull Parachute canopies on the ceiling bull Pets (except fish in a 10-gallon tank or
smaller)
We also have a few rules to help protect the room and walls from interior decorators who get carried away mdash
bull Posters should be hung with white ldquoplasshytic tackrdquo No tape nails or tacks can be used on the walls
bull All lofts and any other personal furniture must be ldquofree-standingrdquo and must not be attached in any way to the walls ceiling or other room fixtures
Many areas have bed frames that can be bunked or lofted but check with your RA first to see if your beds are bunkable and how they work Keep in mind that evshyery few weeks your room will be inspected The date and time of these inspections will be posted 24 hours in advance
The Clemson
Family
Cle
mso
n C
ares
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You Can Count on Us
One of the unique things about Clemson is that even though itrsquos a large university it feels more like a family Becoming a Clemson Tiger is an experience that will stay with you for a lifeshytime There are a lot of activities going on at Clemson and plenty of different people to enjoy them with you
Think of the residence hall as your ldquoneighborhoodrdquo and the University as your ldquotownrdquo In addition to groups and organizations for a number of different social concerns political causes religions hobbies sports and special interests the University offers educational activities such as stress management reacutesumeacute-writing workshops Black History Month Alcohol Awareness Month and AIDS Awareness Day Take your pick or help plan your own
Clemson is well-known for its mission of service to the people of South Carolina and stushydents are right out front with participation in blood drives events for local charities recycling clothing and food drives and many other projects You can learn something and have fun in hundreds of activities mdash and itrsquos a great way to meet people with the same interests
Wersquoll make sure you have all the help you need to settle into your new Clemson life The University Housing office employs close to 600 people to assist you in day-to-day living Best of all you can get help with a lot of your questions or problems from someone right on your floor Your RA can either answer your questions or refer you to someone who can
RAs
Resident assistants (RAs) are undergradushyate students who serve as a link between you and the Housing Office University Housing employs one (or more) RAs for each floor or area Their No 1 priority is to help you make your Clemson experience the best it can be RAs give advice keep you informed and help you learn whatrsquos what at Clemson And someshytimes your RA is just someone to listen when you need to talk
RDs
Resident directors (RDs) are gradushyate students who live in each housing area and supervise the RAs and desk assistants
in that area They are responsible for the overall management of the residence halls or apartment communities and are the local repshyresentatives for University Housing
ACs
Area coordinators (ACs) are full-time professional Housing employees who live in the various residential communities and supervise the RDs and the activities of the (satellite) area housing offices
CU Police
The Clemson University Police Departshyment is here to protect you In addition security officers are assigned to each residence hall and apartment area Itrsquos a comfort to know that these officers periodically patrol the premises throughout the night
Control Desks
A ldquocontrolrdquo desk is the main operations center for a given housing area Student desk assistants (DAs) staff these control desks for the residence halls and apartment areas They greet guests issue keys take maintenance reshyquests and answer the main phone
Maintenance Services
University Housing employs a full-time staff for maintenance in all residential areas You can easily recognize the maintenance staff members by their uniform If you need to request maintenance services fill out a Mainshytenance Request Form at the front desk call
(864) 656-5450 or go online to wwwhousing clemsonedu Occasionally contractors will perform specialized maintenance services For emergency maintenance service contact your RA or RD
Custodial Services
Although yoursquore responsible for keeping your room clean University Housing emshyploys a custodial staff to clean all common areas such as lounges hallways and commushynal bathrooms Yoursquoll see the same face on a regular basis because one custodian is assigned to your area Take the time to meet your hall area custodian He or she is an important part of your community
If custodial services are needed in your building call (864) 656-5450 For emergency custodial services contact your RA or RD We appreciate your assistance in keeping your common areas clean
in a Dayrsquos Work Hall
All
for
On
e
13
Residence Hall Association
The Clemson University Residence Hall Association (RHA) is right at home workshying for you RHA is the student voice for housing concerns programming and leadershyship opportunities We invite all students to participate in this group Logon to www housingclemsonedurha for more information
RHA funds are raised through linen comforter sales final exam kits and several other fund-raising programs The sale of linshyens is handled by a national company called On-Campus Marketing To find out more or to place an order just go online to wwwrhl orgclu or call 1-800-957-4338
Residence Hall Councils
If yoursquore looking for a group to join you donrsquot have to look any further than your
own residence hall The Residence Hall Council (RHC) is made up of elected or apshypointed representatives from every hall and apartment complex The RHC organizes programs and makes recommendations on housing policies Contact your RA or RD if yoursquore interested in serving Get involved
Student Employees
You may be able to find a job right in your own residential area University Housing hires enrolled students as front-desk assistants office workers student program assistants ResCom computing consultants weekend custodians maintenance assistants and resident assistants Talk to your RA about job opportunities with University Housing if yoursquod like more information
14
Hall Meetings
Your resident assistant wants to keep you informed so sometimes all the residents in a hall or area will meet to hear whatrsquos up or to discuss things Your RA will put up posters to let you know when a hall or area meeting is scheduled If you canrsquot make the meeting check with your RA to catch up
Student Judicial Boards
Some people donrsquot play ldquofairrdquo When that happens the University has to step in Student peer review boards hear cases of alleged misconshyduct that occur within and outside of University housing These boards are made up of students and they work in cooperation with Student Government and the Office of Student Conshyduct If yoursquore interested in serving on one of these boards call the Office of Student Conduct at (864) 656-0510
Holiday Breaks
Sometimes itrsquos impossible or impractical for our students to travel home during breaks Residence halls and apartments are open over spring and fall breaks as well as the Thanksshygiving holiday There are fewer staff members around but security officers keep their regular
schedules Residence halls are closed between the fall and spring semesters from the morning after December graduation until early January Look for information related to holidays in the Clemson Home newsletter which will come to you through your RA and by email
Visitation
The times that members of the opposite sex can visit your room are designated as either ldquostandardrdquo or ldquoself-regulatedrdquo visitation dependshying on where you live Check with your RA to be sure In the residence halls you have to escort your guest to and from the room and you must be in the room during the visit If yoursquod like to have some of your old friends (or a brother or sister) hang out with you for the weekend be sure to talk to your roommate first and see if the visit fits with his or her plans However overnight visits by members of the opposite sex are not permitted in halls with communal baths If you want to have a guest for more than two consecutive nights or a guest who visits frequently yoursquoll need to obtain writshyten permission from a Housing official Please see your University Housing Contract for more details on Clemsonrsquos visitation policies The bottom line is mutual respect for everyone
Common Ground
15
At Clemson there are students from all over the United States and 80 other countries
Regardless of where our students come from they have many of the same goals and ideals mdash they want a great educational experishyence and a chance to grow as members of the global community We believe our strength as a Clemson ldquofamilyrdquo comes from sharing different ideas and experiences that broaden our view of the world In University Housing we support this educational process We are personally and professionally committed to encouraging accepshytance and celebrating these differences within our communities
Each unique aspect of yours and your neighborrsquos is valuable mdash whether itrsquos political affiliation regional ties race ethnicity cultural or national origin religious beliefs sexual orishyentation gender age mental andor physical challenges socioeconomic class academic class personality types etc We encourage you to get into the spirit of the Clemson community by mdash
Keeping an open mind(Donrsquot make assumptions about others You could be wrong)
Challenging yourself(Get to know people who are different from you)
Asking questions(Donrsquot be afraid or embarrassed People welshycome questions)
Accepting that your values may conflict with anotherrsquos values(You can accept othersrsquo values without agreeing with them)
Attending diverse University events and Housing-sponsored programs (Education doesnrsquot stop inside the classshyroom and it can be FUN)
Inappropriate behaviors or acts of intolershyance will be confronted Any action that stifles another personrsquos responsible expression of hisher individuality interferes with everyonersquos opportunities for growth Join us in maintainshying your right to be yourself and to learn by interacting with others When you protect the rights of one you advance the primary goal of all mdash education Here at Clemson itrsquos all for one and one for all
16
Roomshymates Respect Is the Key
Living with a roommate doesnrsquot have to be a ldquobig dealrdquo The most important thing is that you keep an open mind and learn to respect each other Get to know your new roommate the same as you would any other new person You already know that both of you want a Clemson education So just take it from there
Talk About It
Want to know how to get along with roomshymates Talk to them Itrsquos the most important thing you can do in a relationship If something is bothering you the sooner you talk about it the sooner yoursquoll be able to work it out After all no one can read your mind and you canrsquot read anyone elsersquos
Lend an Ear
Sometimes itrsquos just one of those days Try to understand why your roommate may have reacted a certain way It may have nothing to do with you Maybe he or she is having a tough time and just needs someone to listen mayshybe your roommate can do the same for you
Take a Breather
Everyone needs a little space occasionally mdash time to be alone and just think things out Keep that in mind and give each other time for privacy You can fill your need for peace and quiet while your roommate is in class or at a club meeting Be User Friendly
We each have our own ideas about sharing our things Take the time to ask before you borshyrow things that belong to your roommate Itrsquos an even better idea to talk this out up front and agree on whatrsquos community property and whatrsquos off limits
Share Your Neat Ideas
You may have your own version of a clean room but make sure you share that ldquovisionrdquo with your roommate The two of you should decide together whatrsquos a comfortable level of clean
18
At Your
Service
Fin
d It
on
Cam
pu
s
19
Think About It
There are lots of things you should discuss with your roommate as soon as you get settled in For example
bull Do you expect the room to be more of a social space where friends can hang out or more of a study space where you can concenshytrate on class work
bull Are you a night owl or an early bird How late may guests stay
bull How do you want to handle visits by boyshyfriendsgirlfriends
bull Will you be around on the weekends What are your expectations about those times
Of course therersquos more you need to talk about but you get the idea Talk about your concerns before they become issues
The Clemson campus ldquocommunityrdquo has most of the things you need for day-to-day living right on campus If you donrsquot see the sershyvice you need listed below your RA can point you in the right direction
Got Cash
Carolina First Wachovia BBampT and Bank of America all have 24-hour automated teller machines adjacent to the Dillard Buildshying (near the HolmesMcCabe area and the Shoeboxes) Bank of America and the State Credit Union have ATMs behind Byrnes Hall Wachovia has one in the Hendrix Center and First Citizens has one in the University Union loggia If your home bank has VISAMaster-Card Cirrus AFFN Honor or Plus System bank cards you can access funds from home
and your parents can make direct deposits into your account Dollar-bill change machines are located in the Dillard Building and are in most of the residence halls and apartments In adshydition Carolina First Bank has a full-service branch on the lower level of the Hendrix Center
TigerStripe Accounts
The TigerStripe Account program lets you deposit money into an account and use the Tiger 1 Card as a prepaid debit card on or off campus You can use it at the Bookstore the laundry and the dining facilities You can even buy your concert tickets with it In fact there are over 300 locations on and off campus that accept the Tiger 1 Card Visit wwwtiger1 clemsonedu for more details about the benefits offered by your Tiger 1 Card
20
Getting Hungry
When your appetite takes over yoursquoll find several spots on campus to tame your hunger The Canteen and Loggia Latte in the University Union and the Fernow Street Cafeacute located beshytween Riggs and Freeman halls are convenient places to go for a quick meal Paw Mart in the University Union is also a handy refreshment stop for snacks and drinks Therersquos also Chilirsquos Too loshycated next to the Harcombe Dining Hall And be sure to check out the food court in the Hendrix Center and the Java City coffee shop in the Cooper Library Cornershop in the Hendrix Censhyter is another stop for a tasty snack Schilletter Dining Hall is behind the Hendrix Center and the Clemson House Dining Hall is across from Bowman Field Snack amp Stax in Cooper Library features convenience store items a selection of beverages and a variety of snacks If yoursquore lookshying for a special place to dine with friends donrsquot forget about Seasons by the Lake at the Madren Center
The Center of Attention
The Hendrix Student Center has lots of atshytractions for busy active students and itrsquos a great place to meet and mingle The center is named for Clemson alumnus and life member of the Board of Trustees Leon J Hendrix and is located on East Campus next to Schilletter Dining Hall near the residence halls and apartments
The center includes a student lounge meetshying rooms and a five-vendor food court You can also take in a movie in the 154-seat theater and two ballrooms accommodate functions for stushydent organizations and conferences The Hendrix Center is also the home to the University Teleshycommunications office the University Bookstore the Student Union administrative offices the Harvey and Lucinda Gantt Intercultural Center and the Michelinreg Career Center as well as a full-service branch of Carolina First Bank
Check It Out
Cooper Library has become one of the most popular places for students on campus Not only can you find books articles DVDs and more
you can get research help at the Reference Desk Then you can take your laptop and meet with your study group on the balcony while you enjoy a latte from Java City The library also has scanners a fax machine photocopiers and private group study rooms
Cooper Library is open 24 hours a day from Sunday at 1000 am until Friday at midnight Saturday hours are 1000 am to midnight For more information go to wwwlibclemsonedu or call (864) 656-1557
Getting Around
With Clemsonrsquos mild climate biking is a popular means of transportation Bike racks are located outside the residence halls Yoursquoll need a lock to secure your bike to the racks and it should be registered with the Clemson University Police Department (CUPD) Bikes may be kept inside only if they are in your individual room or apartshyment Mopeds may be parked in outdoor bicycle racks but may not be brought inside
Cars motorcycles mopeds and motor scootshyers must have a parking permit which is available from Parking Services and they must be parked in appropriately marked spaces If yoursquore bringing a vehicle to campus donrsquot forget to apply for a parking permit
Remember mopeds may not be brought inside any building and riding is prohibited on sidewalks All walkways are also off limits to skateboards bicycles rollerblades skates or similar items
Come on and Take a Free Ride
The city of Clemson provides a free shuttle bus service on and off campus called CAT (Clemson Area Transit) CAT is the largest fare-free public transit system in the nation In 2000 and 2005 it was selected as the ldquoBest Transit Systemrdquo in the state by the SC Department of Transportation Each CAT bus is equipped with a bike rack in case you need to temporarily switch gears (and vehicles)
CAT Bus Hours
Monday-Friday 622-300 am Saturday 800 pm-300 am Sunday 500 pm-300 am
Call (864) 654-CATS (2287) for more inshyformation and a system map The CAT office is located at 1200 Tiger Boulevard Suite 2
Yoursquove Got Mail
Each student will need to rent a post office box at the University Post Office located in the University Union You can sign up for a post office box online when you pay your fees The University will send you an email with your asshysigned box number and other information Post office boxes are rented from August to August In the summer mail is forwarded to your home address If you have questions please call (864) 656-2351 or email studpoclemsonedu
Laundry Day
Washers and dryers are provided on the ground level of each residence hall in Bryan Mall Calhoun Courts Commons Lightsey Bridge Comshymons and Thornhill Village Commons also have laundry facilities Clemson House has washers and dryers available in the basement Students who live on West Campus use the washers and dryers in the Dillard Building in the basement of
Holmes Hall and on the first floor of Stadium Resshyidence Hall Washers and dryers are also available in all the residence halls in the Greek Community on the Quad Donrsquot forget to bring your own iron and ironing board
The Healthy Way
Not feeling well Take a trip to Redfern Health Center Redfern consists of three divisions Medical Services Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) and Health EducationAlcohol and Drug Education All students who take seven or more credit hours during the fall and spring semesters are required to pay a health fee of $125 per semester If you register for three or more credit hours during each summer session you must pay a health fee of $45 per summer session The health fee provides for the professional services of the physicians psychologists and nurse pracshytitioners and for reduced costs of lab X-ray and pharmacy services The health fee also provides a secondary urgent-care insurance benefit that pays up to $500 per incident for expenses incurred in the treatment of urgent problems that arise when Redfern Health Center is closed
Primary health-care services are available Monday-Friday 800 am-500 pm You can be seen throughout the day by appointment at (864)
656-1541 The Nurses Clinic is available if you donrsquot have an appointment At this clinic yoursquoll be assessed by a nurse and receive care After hours if you have questions about your health-care needs you can call the Nursewise Line at 1-888-525-1333
Emergency transportation is provided by the Clemson University ambulance which is staffed with licensed EMTs 24 hours a day seven days a week After-hours health-care providers available (at your expense) include Anderson Area Medical Center Clemson Health Center (a private urgent health-care facility) Palmetto Baptist Medical Center Greenville Memorial Medical Center and Oconee Memorial Hospital
You already know that college is a big step in your life If yoursquore having trouble adjusting once you get here help is only a phone call away Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) provides mental health services for various issues including depression anxiety stress management anger management relationship violence sexual assault and addictions
Depending on the concern you may be seen in a group as a couple or individually Numerous groups are offered throughout the semester to help you learn specific skills such as stress management and assertiveness Other groups allow for pershysonal growth and integration A multidisciplinary approach to the treatment of eating disorders provides integration of medical nutritional and psychological services The LifeStyles program is a specialized approach to assist students with substance misuseabuse concerns After an evalushyation students are placed in psychoeducational groups and may receive group or individual counshyseling Each semester on a first-come first-served basis CAPS conducts a limited number of psyshychological evaluations for learning disabilities and attention disorders An on-site psychiatrist evalushyates and monitors studentsrsquo medication regimens as needed All services are confidential
For CAPS services call (864) 656-2451 for an appointment CAPS also offers a walk-in clinic from 1000 am to 230 pm where you can see a counselor on a first-come first-served basis for brief evaluation or emergency intervention Mental health crisis assistance and consultation are available 24 hours a day After hours and on weekends you can reach the on-call counselor by dialing the University police at (864) 656-2222 Most services are free to students some require a reduced fee Students who pay the health fee may receive 10 individual sessions per semester at no charge There is no limit for group sessions There are charges for LifeStyles psychiatric services and psychometric testing and this is discussed before services are rendered All services are provided by licensed psychologists licensed professional counshyselors certified addiction counselors predoctoral psychology interns or masterrsquos counseling interns
The Health Education area is committed to promoting healthy lifestyles and reducing high-risk behaviors The Alcohol and Drug Education area provides programming referrals counseling and instruction on University policies and personshyal issues associated with alcohol and drug use
Student Disability Services
Student Disability Services coordinates the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities in compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 All reasonable accommodations are individualized flexible and confidential based on the nature of the disability and the academic environment Students must provide documentation of the disability and request needed accommodations Variations in housing arrangements for student with disabilities must be coordinated through the Student Disabilshyity Office For information visit room G20 Redfern Health Center or call (864) 656-6848
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24
Food for Thought
Meal Plans
Busy students need lots of ldquofuelrdquo Thatrsquos why Clemson offers six meal options to satisfy difshyferent eating habits Unlimited Access allows you to go to the dining halls as often as you like anytime theyrsquore open If you want anything from three meals a day to unlimited snacking this is the plan for you On the Any-Fifteen Plan you can choose 15 of the 21 meals offered each week If you have a hectic schedule or like to grab a bite
Dining Halls
All meal plans can be used in Harcombe Food Court Schilletter Dining Hall or Clemson House Harcombe and Schilletter serve all day so no matter what your schedule yoursquoll find food when you find the time
Harcombe
Monday-Friday Harcombe is closed on weekends
Breakfast 700-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-800 pm (Mon-Thurs)425-700 pm (Fri)
Schilletter
Monday-Friday Breakfast 700-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-800 pm (Sun-Thurs)425-700 pm (Fri-Sat)
Cookie Break 930-1030 pm (Mon-Thurs)
Saturday Breakfast 800-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-700 pm
Sunday Breakfast 800-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-800 pm
Cookie Break 930-1030 pm
Clemson House
If yoursquore looking for more of a restaurant atshymosphere try the Clemson House There are four ways you can choose to pay for your meal You may use your meal plan as a cash equivalency to purchase a-la-carte meals (Unlimited Access used once per meal period and only for the ldquostudent specialrdquo entree at the Clemson House) you may select the student special on your meal plan you may pay in cash or you may use the Tiger 1 Card
Monday-Friday Breakfast 700-930 am
Lunch 1100 am-130 pm
Dinner 430-730 pm
Saturday Breakfast 800-930 am
Lunch 1100 am-130 pm
Dinner 430-730 pm
Sunday Brunch 1030 am-130 pm
Dinner 430-730 pm
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here and there the Any-Ten Plan lets you choose 10 of the 21 meals offered each week
The Unlimited Access Plus Any Ten and Plus Any Fifteen plans offer the same benefits as their counterparts with one big difference They add ldquoPaw Pointsrdquo to your TigerStripe Account which can be used the same as cash at any dining facility on campus Check the Dining Services Web site at wwwclemsonedudining for a complete list of places to eat
26
Beds Aloft
Whatrsquos a loft Itrsquos a raised frame built up from the floor to hold a bed Students like them because they provide more floor space for things such as futons and TVs
However using a lofted bed means that you may be sleeping as much as five feet off the floor and thatrsquos a long way down Because of these safety concerns our enthusiasm for lofts is limited Many factors are involved in designing a safe loft and there are significant risks involved in using an improperly designed or constructed loft Conseshyquently we strongly discourage the construction and use of ldquohomemaderdquo lofts But we provide two options as alternatives to building your own loft
First much of the bed furniture that we provide is modular and already designed to be bunkable andor loftable This furniture has been properly enshygineered and built with strength and safety in mind Your RA can show you how it works and provide you with any special connectors needed for lofting or bunking This is definitely the preferred way to go from the standpoint of safety and convenience
Second if you want to rent or purchase a loft we suggest you use one of the services provided by either the University Bookstore or Student Govshyernment To rent lofts from Collegiate Concepts (sponsored by Student Government) visit www loftconceptscom or call 1-888-929-0806 Collegiate Concepts offers a pre-delivery service so the loft can be delivered to your room (unassembled) before you arrive The University Bookstore has literature available on a company called Timbernest or go onshyline to wwwtimbernestcom for more information on their lofts Clemsonrsquos college code for Timbernest is CF74 Details on pricing delivery and pickup are available from each company
However if you still intend to build your own loft we insist that you use specific construction guidelines which are available on our Web site at wwwhousingclemsonedu Printed copies are also available from the University Housing office These are strict construction guidelines mdash and for your safety and the safety of others mdash they are not negoshytiable
Lofts may be used in most traditional resishydence halls Outside lofts (purchased rented or constructed) are NOT allowed in any of the apartshyment areas the Greek Community on the Quad the Clemson House or any of the suite-style buildshyings However all of these areas are furnished with modular furniture that is bunkable andor loftable
Leave ldquoFluffyrdquo at Home
Unless ldquoFluffyrdquo is the name of your fish you canrsquot bring him to live in your room The only pets you may have in the residence halls or apartments are fish (tank size limited to 10 gallons or less) That means no dogs no cats no lizards no snakes no frogs no monkeys no birds Campus life just doesnrsquot suit having a pet Many of your fellow students are allergic to anishymals and most animals carry parasites such as fleas ticks and mites
One of the saddest things on campus is the growing number of stray cats and the wild kittens they produce Some strays are here because softshyhearted students saw the cute little kittens and took them back to their room only to be cited for a rule violation and charged $50 There are also students who abandon their pets at the end of the school year It is sad to see these strays but keep in mind that when you feed them they will start to depend on you for their meals So if you truly love animals donrsquot become a part of the problem
When you see an abandoned animal conshytact a Housing representative Wersquoll try to find it a good home or it will be taken to a local shelter for adoption
Wild Things
Parts of the University are in wooded areas where many woodland creatures make their home Yoursquoll see an occasional squirrel scampershying around and sometimes even catch a glimpse of a skunk or opossum However if an animal beshycomes confrontational stay calm leave quickly and report it to the nearest Housing official
Bugging Out
If yoursquore from a colder climate get ready for a shock If yoursquore from the South yoursquove seen them before bugs We love South Carolinarsquos mild winters but so do the bugs These pests can be aggravating but if we work together we
Fish Tales
can control the problem The University has a contract with a privately owned pest control company Buildings are inspected monthly and treated as needed
You can also help fight these little invaders Be aware of how pests enter your room Someshytimes they come in with items that have been stored outside or in a book bag that was left in the grass with food inside Or they might venture in through opened doors or windows Once inshyside theyrsquoll find food and water and yoursquoll have bugs for roommates These are some additional things you can do
bull Report sightings of pests to the Housing Mainshytenance Office at (864) 656-5450
bull Keep all opened food items sealed in plastic containers
Wh
atrsquos
In a
nd
Ou
t
27
Saf
ety
Ru
les
at C
U
Play It
Safe
29
bull Keep all makeup and toiletry containers closed bull Keep your room clean bull Empty your trash can daily bull Work to reduce pest entryways bull Turn in maintenance problems promptly bull Wipe up spills as they occur bull Clean the refrigerator regularly (and in apartshy
ments donrsquot forget the stoves sinks and counter-tops too)
Be a Tiger Conservationist
When you live in University housing we ask you to practice good environmental and consershyvation habits Make efficient use of all resources Conserving water and electricity are two of the most important things you can do to make a positive imshypact such as not letting the water run in the sink while you brush your teeth or shave
Always put trash in its proper place Littering (inside or outside the buildings) is not permitted under any circumstances In short take responsibilshyity for your own actions If you make a mess please clean it up
We also ask you to reduce recycle and reuse materials whenever possible The University has an award-winning recycling program in which all facshyulty staff and students make a difference University Housing also promotes the Lighten Your Load proshygram at the end of the spring semester This program allows students to donate unwanted items to local charities which decreases the number of things they have to take home or store Itrsquos also a worthwhile opportunity to help others
As you spend your time in University buildshyings and around campus look for ways to support sustainable living and get involved in helping to conserve our precious natural resources
On Campus
Clemson is a small friendly community with little violent crime and fewer of the crime and safety problems that plague larger cities However neither the University nor the community is crime free The problems of drug and alcohol abuse acquaintance rape and other crimes affect every campus community
Thatrsquos why Clemson University has a professhysional police force of more than 30 full-time police officers who are graduates of the SC Criminal Justice Academy Theyrsquore more than just ldquocampus security officersrdquo As commissioned officers they have reporting responsibilities to the University the State Law Enforcement Division (SLED) and the court
Even before passage of the ldquoStudent Right to Know and Campus Security Act of 1990rdquo Clemson voluntarily reported its crime statistics to the FBI and has done so since 1980
Clemson also has a staff of student life proshyfessionals who are continually trained in crime prevention building security personal safety counseling victim assistance student discipline and other areas They ensure that the policies procedures and educational programs are in place to educate students about personal safety and to respond quickly and effectively to problems in campus housing and elsewhere
The campus and its physical facilities are maintained with safety in mind In recent years the University has invested heavily in improved lighting emergency telephones and security-conshyscious landscape design and maintenance In other words Clemson University is committed to proshyviding a safe and secure environment for students faculty and staff
The prompt reporting of crimes is encouraged If you have a problem at Clemson we want to know about it And we work hard to make sure ldquothe systemrdquo will be responsive to your needs
30
Additional information on security policies is contained in the Student Handbook and in the Campus Safety Report which also contains statistics on crime at the University and in the city of Clemson
A Word About Alcohol
One of the greatest potential problems facing all freshmen is the temptation to ldquoparty hardrdquo We want our students to have fun and enjoy themselves but we take a strong stance against not only the use of ilshylegal drugs but also against underage drinking and the abuse of alcohol by those of any age
The legal drinking age in South Carolina is 21 Consequently the possession or consumption of alcoshyhol in any form by anyone under age 21 is against the law and is therefore prohibited on the Clemson University campus Violations of this law and related University policies are considered very serious offensshyes and the penalties can be significant
We say this to you our new students because we want you to be successful in every way here at Clemson Experience has shown us that many students ignore or trivialize the issue of underage drinking Please donrsquot make that mistake This is a serious issue with serious consequences
Sure you can have fun But use your head Have fun legally and use good judgment That way everyshyone wins
Hall Security and Card Access
University Housing has a perimeter card access system installed in all campus residence halls Perimshyeter card access is a system that allows you to use your student ID card to enter certain exterior doors of the residence halls The system is designed to deny enshytrance into the residence halls by people who do not have permission to enter In order for this system to work we need your help Please donrsquot allow anyone to follow you in a door donrsquot allow anyone to use your ID card and never prop open a door for any reason
Your Personal Safety
We make every effort to maintain a safe campus for all students However there are some things you can do for your own safety
bull Walk in groups of two or more after dark bull Never hesitate to use the CUPDrsquos (Clemson
University Police Departmentrsquos) free Escort Sershyvice Call (864) 656-2222
bull Ride the free Clemson Area Transit (CAT) bus sershyvice
bull Walk in well-lighted well-traveled areas bull Make sure someone knows where you are and when
you expect to return bull Dress for freedom of movement mdash donrsquot wear conshy
fining or uncomfortable clothing bull After dark have your keys ready before you get to
your room apartment or car park in a well-lighted area
bull Always look into the back seat of your car and unshyder your car before getting in Also lock your doors while driving
bull Always lock your roomapartment door at night or while sleeping
bull If you receive annoying or obscene phone calls hang up and report the call to the CUPD
bull Always find out who is on the other side of the door before you open it
bull Take note of where the outdoor campus phones are located
Emergency Telephone Numbers
UniversityPoliceDepartment 911
FireDepartment 911
RedfernHealthCenter 656-2233
Ambulance 911
RapeCrisisHotline 868-7599
CAPS 656-2451
31
What You Need to Know About Physical and Sexual Assault
These strategies also have been found to help you avoid or prevent assaults
bull Be on the alert be aware of danger early bull Yell flee kick bull Display outrage rather than fear bull If your life is in danger use passive resistance (vomshy
it urinate tell the attacker you are diseased)
If you are a victim or know a victim of an assault follow these guidelines
bull Call police (911) Get medical attention immedishyately At a health-care facility you will be seen by a physician and you can talk with an assault specialshyist (Your identity will be protected at all times)
bull Report the crime to the CUPD Even if you choose not to press charges you may save another victim from the same fate If you think yoursquore going to press charges do not bathe or destroy any evidence such as clothing
bull Try to get an accurate description of the assailantrsquos appearance what was said or any other information that will assist police
ldquoDate rape drugsrdquo are present on most college campuses and they have been found in Clemson Do not take a drink from an open container or from a
drink not prepared in your presence Never leave a drink unattended Know who you are with Report all suspicious acts or persons to CUPD at (864) 656-2222 (or 911) More information about your safety will be available when you arrive on campus For additional information about staying safe keeping your things safe and getting a list of safety tips visit stuaffclemson educupd
Keeping Your Things Safe
bull Before coming to campus have identification numshybers engraved on your valuable belongings such as laptops bikes stereos etc and register them with the CUPD
bull Examine your parentsrsquo homeowners policy and be sure your personal property is insured
bull Always close and lock your doors and windows whenever you go to bed and whenever you leave your room or apartment even if yoursquore just going away for a few minutes Never loan out your key and report a lost key immediately to your RA If you canrsquot find your key see your RA about a recore (See Key Policy on page 35)
bull Donrsquot keep a lot of cash in your room bull Follow all visitation and escort policies bull Register your property with the Police Department
at stuaffclemsoneducupd
32
Fire Safety
Fire safety in a residence hall or apartment is everyonersquos responsibility Itrsquos important that you not only follow fire safety procedures but report all violashytions or fire hazards to your RA immediately bull Smoke only in designated areas NEVER IN BED bull Turn off electric blankets irons lamps and curling
irons right after use bull Never cover lamps with any material for any reason bull Candles and other open flame devices are not
allowed in residence halls or apartments (not even for decoration)
bull Halogen lamps are not permitted in residence halls or apartments
bull Check the smoke detector in your area weekly Go to your hall or apartment front desk for replacement batteries If you have a fire extinguisher in your area check it too
bull Keep hallways and exit paths clear at all times bull Do not overload circuits by plugging too many applishy
ances into one outlet If two or more appliances with a combined wattage of more than 1500 watts are used you must have an Underwriter Laboratory-apshyproved power strip with a built-in circuit breaker (15 amp or less)
bull Extension cords shall not be used as a substitute for permanent wiring
bull Extension cords must not be used in succession or in conjunction with power strips
bull If you see a fire immediately move to a safe area and call 911 to report the fire
bull If your clothing catches on fire drop to the floor and roll back and forth until the flame is out
bull ALWAYS take fire alarms seriously and leave the building by assigned routes
bull Gas grills may not be used or stored in any residential area (including apartments)
bull All curtains decorations or displays used in windows must be made of flame-resistive materials
bull Do not tamper with or remove any fire detection deshyvice and do not hang anything from a sprinkler head
Thatrsquos theRule Since yoursquore new here you probably have a lot
of questions about living on campus This section will give you a better idea of your rights on campus as well as Clemson Universityrsquos regulations put in place for your safety and well-being Our policies are creshyated to make an atmosphere that helps all students enjoy and benefit from their university experience
Alcohol Policy The Universityrsquos policies on the possession and
consumption of alcohol are the same as the municipal ordinances and state and federal laws For students of legal drinking age the University does not restrict the possesshysion or consumption of alcohol in your private residence (your room or apartment) except in certain residence halls designated as alcohol-free However in public areas outside of your residence you may not have an open container of an alcoholic beverage of any kind Public areas include residence hall lobbies utilitystudy rooms hallways and areas immediately outside residence halls and apartments Possession consumption or display of alcohol or alcohol containers is not permitted in any area designated as alshycohol-free A number of residence halls are designated as totally alcohol-free These include Johnstone Main and
Annex Benet Young Geer Sanders Byrnes Lever Manning Smith Barnett Mauldin and Holmes For deshytailed information concerning the consumption of alcohol in University housing contact your RD or area housing office Also refer to your Student Handbook
Asbestos Some areas of University housing have asbestos-conshy
taining materials present A licensed asbestos abatement team manages these materials Students especially those erecting and using lofts should use caution and not disturb any sprayed-on ceiling materials Any questions concernshying the asbestos materials locations and hazards should be referred to the Housing Facilities Office or the Asbestos Abatement Program director at (864) 656-4930 for further clarification
Banners and Signs Hanging banners on residence halls is a good way
to campaign for office announce an event or show your school spirit But before displaying your sign check with your RA or RD to find out where signs may be displayed If you put up a banner yoursquore responsible for taking it down no later than 24 hours after itrsquos ldquoold newsrdquo Be sure all the tape remains are removed too
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pu
s S
avvy
33
bull Keep all outside doors locked Propping outside doors for easy re-entry makes the entire building less secure and is considered a very serious violashytion of policy
bull Keep your room door locked bull Report all suspicious activities and individuals to
the desk staff night security officers and the poshylice
bull Always lock your car and never leave valuables in your car
bull Register your bicycle with the campus police and always lock it securely through the wheels and frame
bull Park your car in the designated lots if you leave it on campus during breaks
Visit stuaffclemsoneducupd for additional inforshymation
34
Candles Incense Fireworks Firearms Inflammables and Explosives
Due to concerns for fire safety and personal safety having or using any items that might be classified under these headshyings is strictly forbidden in University housing Violations of this policy could result in suspension from the University eviction from University housing andor separation from the University
Clearance Cards This term refers to the large card also called a ldquoRoom
Property Certificaterdquo that each resident is required to review and sign during the first 24 hours after moving into University housing The card has a space for you to report any missing or damaged property in your room or apartment Itrsquos very important that you check the card carefully and return it to your RA If you donrsquot at the end of the year you could be held responsible for anything wrong with your room or apartment regardless of its condition when you moved in
Cooking Housing has restrictions against cooking in residence hall
rooms (not apartments) for a couple of reasons 1) Fire safety 2) Sanitation Anything you can prepare in a thermostatically conshy
trolled percolator or a hot-air popcorn popper is legal You may also use the combination microwaverefrigerator-freezer (Microfridge) available for rent from Student Government Any other type of cooking equipment must be stored and used in your residence hall kitchen not in your room Violations of this policy will result in a $50 charge Gas grills may not be used or stored in any residence hall or apartment area
Damages Communal Property Your contract explains that when hallways bathrooms
elevators and other public areas in a residence facility receive undue abuse we expect the assistance of the residents of that area in finding the person(s) responsible When the person(s) cannot be identified all residents will be required to pay a proshyrated share of repairing such damages
Damages Rooms or Apartments As your University Housing Contract explains yoursquore
responsible for any damages that happen in your room or apartment while you live here If damages are accidental you must still pay repair costs When damages are the result of vandalism the person(s) responsible must not only pay for reshypairs but may also face disciplinary proceedings
Drugs All University officials including Housing officials will
assist and cooperate with law enforcement personnel as they
perform their duties in controlling the possession and use of illegal substances on campus Students convicted of violations of state or federal laws are subject to further disciplinary action by the University
Fire Safety On-campus residents can help keep their homes and their
neighbors safe from fire by following all Housing regulations concerning candles fireworks explosives halogen lamps the use of electrical equipment and general safety standards Any student who willfully compromises the safety of fellow residents by tampering with fire safety equipment or sounding false alarms will be subject to criminal prosecution eviction from University housing andor separation from the Univershysity Students who fail to evacuate when an alarm sounds are also subject to disciplinary action
Furniture Removal Every piece of furniture in your room or apartment at the
time you move in must stay in the roomapartment for the entire time you live there You may not remove store or trade furnishings There is an automatic $50 charge for violating this policy
Guns See ldquoCandles Incense Fireworks etcrdquo
Harassment It is the policy of Clemson University to conduct and
provide programs activities and services to students faculty and staff in an atmosphere free from racial or sexual harassshyment Harassment is any behavior that would verbally or physically threaten torment badger heckle or persecute an individual because of hisher race or gender Harassment of University faculty staff students or visitors is prohibited and shall subject the offender to appropriate disciplinary action Students who feel that they have been subjected to racial or sexual harassment should seek advice from the Office of Human Resources
Housing Contract You are required to sign a University Housing Contract
each year when you reserve a room or apartment and itrsquos important that you read your copy carefully Be sure you unshyderstand that the contract is binding for an entire academic year You canrsquot move off campus after first semester unless you meet very specific conditions outlined in the contract If yoursquore thinking about moving off campus talk with someone in University Housing before you make your plans
Incident Reports Residentapartment assistants and resident directors are
charged with the responsibility of confronting and working with students who break University or Housing policies Such violations are documented through incident reports which are completed and submitted by RAs and RDs Once a student violates a policy and an incident report is completed a Housing administrator deshycides how the infraction is to be handled Violations of policy may be dealt with administratively or through the Office of Student Conduct
Key Policy When you first report to your room or apartment yoursquoll be
issued one key free of charge If you lose your key and need a temshyporary replacement you may check one out from the desk for your area If you donrsquot find your lost key within 24 hours your lock must be changed and new keys cut The resulting cost is $50 When you check out of University housing your key must be returned or rekeying will be necessary and you will be charged for the service
Ledges Roofs Attics and Equipment Rooms The University Housing Contract expressly describes
these areas as ldquooff-limitsrdquo In the interest of your personal safety we expect your cooperation in this matter
Lofts Lofts may be used in most traditional residence hall
rooms See page 26 for more details on lofts Lofting is NOT permitted in Holmes McCabe or the Stadium Resishydence halls the Clemson House the Greek Community on the Quad or any of the apartment areas
Lounges Many residence hall lounges are open for use by all
residents on an unlimited basis Others however may be reserved for private gatherings of residents or student orshyganizations through the appropriate area office
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11
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3
7
8 9
56 4
D
CP-3
P-4
E-3
E-10
E-5
E-14
E-7
E-4
E-6
E-8E-9
E-11
E-12
E-16
E-32E-15
R-2 R-3C-12C-5C-4
C-9C-7
C-6
C-10C-3C-13
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Quiet Hours Quiet hours are in effect 24 hours a day Strict quiet hours
are in effect from 700 pm until 800 am meaning there should be no disturbing noise in the residence halls and apartshyments At least one week before final exams and through the examination period strict quiet hours are to be observed 24 hours a day
Roofs See ldquoLedges Roofs Attics etcrdquo
Room and Apartment Changes
Employee (Green Permit) Restricted as Posted Commuting Student (Orange Permit) and Employee Resident Student (Blue Permit)No room or apartment changes may be made unless a
formal request has been submitted to the Housing office and approval has been received Performing an illegal room change
Parking Designations
Apartment (Purple Permit) Clemson House Resident Student (Purple Permit)
carries an automatic charge of $50 Questions about changes may be directed at any time to the assistant director of housshying administrative services-assignments at 200 Mell Hall Call (864) 656-2295 to make an appointment
Sales and Solicitation To protect your right to privacy in your residence hall
room or apartment the University has strict guidelines on fund-raisers promotions or sales on campus All solicitation must be approved by the Office of Programs and Activities so be sure to contact this office at (864) 656-4636 or 656-4357 if you have a sale or fund-raiser in mind Also if your right to privacy in your hall or apartment is ever violated by a door-toshydoor canvasser please report it immediately to the RA or RD for your area
Showers Members of the opposite sex are not allowed to use the
shower facilities of the residence halls that are served by comshymunal bathrooms
Smoke-free Halls All residence halls are designated as totally smoke-free
areas Apartment areas are self-regulated in regard to smoking
Visitation Members of the opposite sex are allowed in rooms and
apartments every day based upon the visitation for that area All residence halls with communal baths have a Standard Visshyitation plan 1000-200 am every day Areas with private or suite baths have a Self-Regulated plan that allows occupants to set visitation hours by mutual agreement at the beginning of each year or whenever occupancy changes
Window TreatmentsDisplays All curtains decorations or displays used in windows must
be made of flame-resistive materials
Emergency Call Station
C-11
C-2 E-2
R-1
19 E-20
R-4 E-1
21
15
A 20 E-13 22
14A 16
C-1 12 P-2
17 13
P-1 18
BB
36
Employee (Green Permit)Restricted as PostedCommuting Student (Orange Permit) and EmployeeResident Student (Blue Permit)Apartment (Purple Permit)Clemson House Resident Student (Purple Permit)Emergency Call Station
Parking Designations
P-1
P-2
E-2
E-1
E-10
E-13
E-20
R-1
R-4
C-1
C-2
A
B
Campus Map
E-8 E-9 P-4
C-11 C-4 C-5 E-7C C-12 R-2 R-3
P-3
E-3 C-13 C-3 C-10
C-7 C-9
E-4
E-16 C-6 DE-14
E-15 E-32
E-5
E-12
E-6
E-11
1 Johnstone A and A Annex
The Suites 2 McCabe 3 Holmes 4 Stadium Residence Hall
The Shoeboxes 5 Geer 6 Sanders 7 Benet 8 Young 9 Cope
10 Clemson House
Bryan Mall 11 Mauldin 12 Barnett 13 Smith 14 Manning 15 Lever 16 Byrnes
The Apartments 17 Calhoun Courts 18 Thornhill Village 19 Lightsey Bridge I 20 Lightsey Bridge II
Clemsonrsquos Greek Community on the Quad 21 Bowen 22 Bradley 23 Donaldson 24 Wannamaker 25 Norris 26 Simpson North 27 Simpson South
28 Hendrix Student Center
Dining Halls 29 Schilletter 30 Harcombe 31 Clemson House
Coming to
Campus Get
tin
g H
ere
37
Campus Entry A
From Anderson on Highway 76 Pass the SC National Guard (on right) at stopshylight turn left onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) From EasleyGreenville on Highway 123 Turn left onto Highway 76 at the Ramada Inn Go under Highway 93 (do not exit) at stoplight turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road the next road to the right) From Central on Highway 93 Exit onto Highway 76 toward Anderson Stay right at stoplight turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road)
Campus Entry B
From Anderson on Highway 76 Exit onto Highway 93 Clemson University Exit From EasleyGreenville on Highway 123 Exit onto Highway 93 at Clemson University Exit From Seneca on Highway 123 Follow Highway 123 Turn right on Highway 76 Turn right onto Highway 93 at Clemson University Exit From Central on Highway 93 Go straight onto camshypus
Campus Entry C
From Seneca on Highway 123 Bear right onto Highway 93 to Clemson University Go across bridge turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road)
Campus Entry D
From Seneca on Highway 123 Bear right onto Highway 93 to Clemson University Go across bridge pass Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) turn right at next stoplight onto Williamson Road
42
Bryan Mall Byrnes Manning Lever Smith Barnett and Mauldin Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station turn right at Cherry Road Turn left into Bryan Mall at stop sign If parking is full you may park in the green spaces along Cherry Road
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass football stadium and Strom Thurmond Institute turn left onto Cherry Road Enter Bryan Mall by turning left at stop sign If parking is full you may park in the green spaces along Cherry Road Pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
The Stadium Residence Hall and the Shoeboxes Cope Benet Young Geer and Sanders Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station go through traffic signal at Cherry Road pass Strom Thurmond Institute and turn right onto Williamson Road Follow Williamson Road to stop sign Continue straight after stop sign turn right on South Palmetto Boulevard and imshymediately turn left into Sirrine parking lot or go straight on Williamson Road until Fort Hill Street turn right and park behind Geer or Sanders halls
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Go past the football stadium (on your left) and turn left onto Williamson Road You can then either turn right onto South Palmetto Boulevard and immediately left into the Sirrine parking lot or you can take a chance on finding a slot in the loading docks behind the halls by continushying on Williamson Road and turning right onto Fort Hill Street Pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
Johnstone Hall Sections A and A Annex
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to the second stoplight veer left toward Tillman Hall You will approach Tillman Hall You can either park on the street near Tillman or behind Tillman You may pick up your key in the University Union loggia
Holmes and McCabe Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to the second stoplight veer left toward Tillman Hall turn left at Calhoun Drive and turn right at Fort Hill Street
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry D Turn right onto Williamson Road and left onto Fort Hill Street Park in any available space and pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
Lightsey Bridge
From Anderson EasleyGreenville and Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station turn right onto Lightsey Bridge Road
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass football stadium Strom Thurmond Institute Cherry Road and Resident Parking Lot turn left onto Lightsey Bridge Road Report to desk at Lightsey Bridge Commons Building to check in and pick up your key
Thornhill Village
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Turn at the first left onto Newman Road Park near assigned apartment report to Thornhill Village Commons Building to check in and pick up key Residents may leave cars parked in adjashycent resident spaces after unloading
Calhoun Courts
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Turn at first left onto Newman Road Go through Thornhill Village turn right onto Morrison Street Park and walk to Calhoun Courts Commons Building to check in and get your key You may then move your car to the street near your apartshyment to unload
Clemson House
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to first stoplight turn right onto North Palmetto Boushylevard You can follow that road to the front of Clemson House or turn right immediately on Lee Street and turn left on Daniel Drive Pick up your key at the front desk You may park in any marked space to unload
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Call UsBarnett Hall Lightsey Bridge I Apartments Desk 656-2130 Desk 656-1150 RD Office 858-4230 RD Office
Benet Hall Lightsey Bridge II Apartments Desk 656-2349 Desk 656-1150 RD Office 858-8614 RD Office
Byrnes Hall Manning Hall Desk 656-2140 Desk 656-2311 RD Office 656-0420 RD Office
Calhoun Courts Apartments Mauldin Hall Desk 656-2341 Desk 656-2130 RD Office 656-0421 RD Office
Clemson House McCabe Hall Desk 656-2075 Desk 656-1767 RD Office 656-1841 RD Office
Cope Hall Sanders Hall Desk 656-4800 Desk 656-2403 RD Office 858-8434 RD Office
Greek Community on the Quad Smith Hall Desk 656-0528 Desk 656-2130
RD Office 656-7578 RD Office
Geer Hall Stadium Residence Hall
Desk 656-2404 Desk 656-4800
RD Office 858-8614 RD Office
Holmes Hall Thornhill Village Apartments
Desk 656-1767 Desk 656-1257
RD Office 656-4386 RD Office
Johnstone A Young Hall
Desk 656-2366 Desk 656-2410
RD Office 858-8822 RD Office
Lever Hall Desk 656-7325 RD Office 656-0419
656-0422
656-0422
656-0670
656-5441
858-8448
858-8861
858-4230
656-4817
656-1258
858-8861
Additional University Phone Numbers Admissions 656-2287 Bookstore 656-2050 Bursarrsquos Office 656-2321 Career Center 656-6000 Computer Center Help Desk 656-3494 Counseling and Psychological
Services 656-2451 Fike Recreation Center 656-2315 Financial Aid 656-2280 Graduate Admissions 656-3195 Honors College 656-4762 ID Services 656-0763 International Programs
and Services 656-3614 Library 656-3027 Maintenance and Custodial 656-5450 Parking Services 656-2270 Pest Control 656-5450 Post Office 656-2351 Registrar 656-2171 ResCom Support 656-5441 Student Disability Services 656-6848 Student Government 656-2195 Telecommunications 656-2600 Visitors Center 656-4789
Main Housing Office (864) 656-2295 FAX (864) 656-7615
Additional information is available at our Web site wwwhousingclemsonedu
Equal Opportunity in Programs and Activities Federal laws prohibit discrimination under programs and activshy
ities receiving federal financial assistance The statutes listed below are applicable to Clemson University and provide in part
Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 ldquoNo person in the United States shall on the ground of race
color or national origin be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 ldquoNo person in the United States shall on the basis of sex be
excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subshyjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ldquoNo otherwise qualified disabled individual in the United
States shall solely by reason of their disability be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Clemson University Statement Regarding Nondiscrimination
Clemson University does not discriminate against any indishyvidual or group of individuals on the basis of age color disability gender national origin race religion sexual orientation or vetershy
anrsquos status
Clemson University conducts its programs and activities involving admission and treatment of students employment teachshying research and public service in a nondiscriminatory manner as prescribed by federal law and regulation
Inquiries concerning the above may be addressed to President Clemson University Clemson South Carolina 29634 or Director Office for Civil Rights Department of Education Washington DC 20201
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HomeDonrsquot Leave Without It
Herersquos a checklist of things to consider bringing for your room or apartmenthellip
Alarm clock Bathrobe Blankets Book bagbackpack Can opener Cleaning supplies Coffee pothot pot Desk lamp (not halogen) Electrical surge protector Fan First-aid supplies Flashlight Hairdryer Hot-air popcorn popper Iron Ironing board Lap desk Laundry supplies (detergent laundry basket hangers)
University Housing 200 Mell Hall Box 344075 Clemson SC 29634-4075 (864) 656-2295 FAX (864) 656-7615
wwwhousingclemsonedu
Laptop Mattress cover (extra-long for a twin bed) Pillows Plastic storage containers Radio Raincoat Room decorations (no candles or incense) School supplies Sheets (extra-long for twin bed) Shower caddy Telephone Television with cable cord Toiletries Towels Trash can Umbrella Vacuum cleaner
Required
ContentsFrom the Director
Welcome to Clemson University housing The staff of the University Housing office is committed to doing
everything posshysible to make your Clemson years the best they can be Please call on us if we can help in any way
Verna G Howell Executive Director of Housing
University Housing Mission
The mission of University Housing is to provide students with safe clean well-maintained reasonshyably priced housing where academic success and personal growth are proshymoted
Instant celebrity Fame
Bragging rights (and cool prizes)
All this can be yours
But you have to enter the third annual Best Room on Campus contest to win
Make plans now and look for details in September
Note The 2005-2006 winners are featured on the cover
2 WhereDoYouFitIn
4 TheBigMove
9 TheClemsonFamily
11 YouCanCountonUs
13 HallinaDayrsquosWork
15 CommonGround
16 RoommatesRespectIs
theKey
19 AtYourService
24 FoodforThought
26 BedsAloft
27 FishTales
29 PlayItSafe
33 ThatrsquostheRule
37 ComingtoCampus
40 CampusMap
44 CallUs
Backcover Checklist
Additionalinformationisavailable
atourWebsite
wwwhousingclemsonedu
Keep this guide in a handy place Yoursquoll want to bring it to campus when you come
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College may seem like a mystery to you right now But remember itrsquos brand new for everyone else in your class too Yoursquore about to join a great group mdash the Clemson family And yoursquoll have the time of your life as you find your place in the Clemson comshymunity
If yoursquore nervous about having a roommate donrsquot worry Some students have never shared a room with anyone but itrsquos not as hard as you may think You can have a great time At Clemson yoursquoll get to know many different kinds of people mdash thatrsquos a good thing Learning to live with other students is as much a part of your college education as anything yoursquoll learn in the classroom
Wersquove included your housing assignment in this package with the name and address of your roommate You may want to contact him or her before you arrive at Clemson Students tell us that the letters phone calls and emails they exshychanged before coming to campus took a lot of pressure off their first day here So start getting to know each other and then relax We know you want to fit in here And at Clemson wersquore in it together
Where Do You
Fit In
4
MoveThe Big
All new students (those who have never attended Clemson University) may move in beginning at 800 am on Saturday August 19 2006 All returning students may move in beginning at 800 am on Sunday August 20 2006 Arrivals prior to these dates and times are NOT possible because residential areas are still being prepared and staff are not yet in place
We want to make things as easy as possible for you and your parents so wersquove set up this suggested schedule for Saturday and Sunday to help minimize long lines and traffic jams We strongly recommend that you try to arrive according to this schedule
If your last name begins with Try to move in A-I 800-900 am or
1230-130 pm J-R 930-1030 am or
200-300 pm S-Z 1100 am-noon or
330-430 pm
We know that everyone may not be able to follow this plan because of travel or other complications but using this schedule will help You can check in each day until 1000 pm If you want to avoid the biggest crowds you might conshysider moving in on Monday or Tuesday
For the spring semester residence halls and apartments will open on Sunday January 7 2007 at 800 am
Get Ahead of the Pack
If you live fairly close to campus (within a two- to three-hour drive) itrsquos best to pack only the things you really need including clothes to last 14 days After a couple of weeks you can go home and get the rest of your belongshyings By then yoursquoll have a better idea of what you need and what will fit into your room
What a Load
When you move in wersquoll have cershytain areas that you can use to unload your things but you canrsquot leave your car or truck unattended in these spots After unloading please move your vehicle to a nearby parking lot If it rains wersquoll change the plans to allow residents to put their things in the nearest dry area (such as a porch or lobby) If you have a hand truck bring it with you
Itrsquos a good idea to pick up your key as soon as you get on campus Just go to the front desk of your assigned residence hall or apartment to get it Be sure to have a picture ID with you
Ship Shape
If you want to ship trunks or large boxes send them to University Station Clemson University Clemson SC 29632 Your name and box number must appear on all items Pickup hours are from 830 am to 500 pm weekdays The Clemson University Post Office is on the lower level of the University Union For your convenience the University Post Office will be open 1000 am-500 pm both days of move-in weekend August 19-20 2006
Keep It Legal
Be sure to carefully review your copy of the University Housing Conshytract for all applicable rules regulations and policies concerning your new home and community Many of these are also discussed in this guide on pages 26-36 Remember the contract you signed is for the entire academic year (both fall and spring semesters)
President and Mrs Barker volunteer at move-in
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5
6
Before
The Personal Touch
Just picture it mdash a place that shows off your personal taste and interests Itrsquos a little bit of ldquoyourdquo Thatrsquos what your room will be once you and your roommate dress it up Remember it wonrsquot look that way when you first walk in
A lot of our students get in touch with their roommate before they come to camshypus so they can start the decorating process together mdash color schemes posters mdash whatshyever it takes Talking together ahead of time also helps you decide what to bring so you donrsquot end up with two stereos and no TV
Bring ItPack up your computer television VCR stereo CD player and radio
You can bring all of those things with you Keep a level head though You want to be comfortable but you probably wonrsquot have space for everything you own because yoursquoll be living in a room not an entire house Closets and dresser space are limited so bring only the clothes you need for a
After
season Remember that you have to find a place for whatever you bring to the room Soft luggage can be folded and easily stored and many students find that footlockers are easy to use for transporting and storing things in the room
Most residence halls have refrigerators and microwave ovens available for your use either in the hall kitchen or lounges You might also want to consider renting a Microfridge (combination microwave reshyfrigerator-freezer) If so see the ldquoCool Itrdquo section on page 7 Some other things you may want to bring include the following
bull Telephone bull Iron and portable ironing board bull Desk lamp (not halogen) bull Alarm clock bull Clothes hangers bull Mattress cover (extra-long) bull Bed linens (extra-long) bull Surge protector (see your contract for deshy
tails on this power strip) bull Towels
bull Small vacuum cleaner bull Trash can
DIRECTV
Basic DIRECTV service is available in all housing areas and itrsquos already included in your semester housing fee If yoursquore a reshyally big movie fan you can buy additional premium packages directly from the DIRECTV company at 1-800-610-0797
Bring Your Laptop
Internet access can put you in touch with the four corners of the earth and Clemson University can take you there from the comfort of your own room All of our residence halls and apartments are fully wired through a campus-wide network called ResCom (Residential Computing) Each student has a dedicated high-speed data port which is separate from the phone line
As an added bonus to living on camshypus all residence halls have wireless access in all the common areas This means you can use your laptop while doing laundry or just sitting around waiting on your friends The freshman halls have wireless cyber lounges that give you a place to sit and work in comfort or you can meet with other students to work on group projects These cyber lounges also have Ethernet hook-ups
Best of all there is no extra charge for this service However there are minimum system requirements (for your computer) if you want to get wired up Check this inforshymation online at rescomclemsonedu
All incoming freshmen are required to have a laptop For more information on this requirement or for information on purchasshying a laptop please visit laptopclemsonedu
Roll Out the Carpet
If you want the feel of carpet between your toes and you plan to live in Johnstone Benet Young Cope Geer or Sanders you may want to consider bringing room-size carpet from home because these areas are not carpeted You can also buy a remnant at numerous local stores Be sure to check out the room measurements and floor plans online at wwwhousingclemsonedu
Cool It
You can keep a refrigerator in your room if itrsquos no larger than 36 cubic feet A combination microfridge multipliance is also available for rent This unit includes a microwave (the only microwave allowed in residence halls) a refrigerator and a zero-degree freezer New and used units are available Student Government and Colshylegiate Concepts provide this service and they can have it delivered to your room Just go online to wwwcollegefridgecom or call 1-888-929-0806 for more informashytion or to place an order All University apartments have full-size refrigerators and microwaves are also available in Lightsey Bridge I and II
8
Did You Call
Bring your own telephone Two teleshyphone jacks are provided in each residence hall room and apartments have three Each apartment or residence hall room has one phone number that you will share with your roommate(s) Free voice mail is provided and charges for local phone services are included in the housing rental fee We also have an optional discounted long-distance service If you didnrsquot receive information about the long-distance service call the Office of Telecommunications at (864) 656-2550 for details On campus email TelecomServices-Lclemsonedu to report telephone line maintenance The Univershysity will service your telephone line but not your telephone
Leave It at Home
We want to keep the residence halls as safe as possible so there are some things we just canrsquot allow in your room
bull Candles (not even as decoration) bull Halogen lamps
bull Microwave ovenscooking appliances (except Microfridges thermostatically controlled percolators and hot-air popshycorn poppers)
bull Electrical fixtures such as ceiling fans or track lighting
bull Parachute canopies on the ceiling bull Pets (except fish in a 10-gallon tank or
smaller)
We also have a few rules to help protect the room and walls from interior decorators who get carried away mdash
bull Posters should be hung with white ldquoplasshytic tackrdquo No tape nails or tacks can be used on the walls
bull All lofts and any other personal furniture must be ldquofree-standingrdquo and must not be attached in any way to the walls ceiling or other room fixtures
Many areas have bed frames that can be bunked or lofted but check with your RA first to see if your beds are bunkable and how they work Keep in mind that evshyery few weeks your room will be inspected The date and time of these inspections will be posted 24 hours in advance
The Clemson
Family
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mso
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9
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You Can Count on Us
One of the unique things about Clemson is that even though itrsquos a large university it feels more like a family Becoming a Clemson Tiger is an experience that will stay with you for a lifeshytime There are a lot of activities going on at Clemson and plenty of different people to enjoy them with you
Think of the residence hall as your ldquoneighborhoodrdquo and the University as your ldquotownrdquo In addition to groups and organizations for a number of different social concerns political causes religions hobbies sports and special interests the University offers educational activities such as stress management reacutesumeacute-writing workshops Black History Month Alcohol Awareness Month and AIDS Awareness Day Take your pick or help plan your own
Clemson is well-known for its mission of service to the people of South Carolina and stushydents are right out front with participation in blood drives events for local charities recycling clothing and food drives and many other projects You can learn something and have fun in hundreds of activities mdash and itrsquos a great way to meet people with the same interests
Wersquoll make sure you have all the help you need to settle into your new Clemson life The University Housing office employs close to 600 people to assist you in day-to-day living Best of all you can get help with a lot of your questions or problems from someone right on your floor Your RA can either answer your questions or refer you to someone who can
RAs
Resident assistants (RAs) are undergradushyate students who serve as a link between you and the Housing Office University Housing employs one (or more) RAs for each floor or area Their No 1 priority is to help you make your Clemson experience the best it can be RAs give advice keep you informed and help you learn whatrsquos what at Clemson And someshytimes your RA is just someone to listen when you need to talk
RDs
Resident directors (RDs) are gradushyate students who live in each housing area and supervise the RAs and desk assistants
in that area They are responsible for the overall management of the residence halls or apartment communities and are the local repshyresentatives for University Housing
ACs
Area coordinators (ACs) are full-time professional Housing employees who live in the various residential communities and supervise the RDs and the activities of the (satellite) area housing offices
CU Police
The Clemson University Police Departshyment is here to protect you In addition security officers are assigned to each residence hall and apartment area Itrsquos a comfort to know that these officers periodically patrol the premises throughout the night
Control Desks
A ldquocontrolrdquo desk is the main operations center for a given housing area Student desk assistants (DAs) staff these control desks for the residence halls and apartment areas They greet guests issue keys take maintenance reshyquests and answer the main phone
Maintenance Services
University Housing employs a full-time staff for maintenance in all residential areas You can easily recognize the maintenance staff members by their uniform If you need to request maintenance services fill out a Mainshytenance Request Form at the front desk call
(864) 656-5450 or go online to wwwhousing clemsonedu Occasionally contractors will perform specialized maintenance services For emergency maintenance service contact your RA or RD
Custodial Services
Although yoursquore responsible for keeping your room clean University Housing emshyploys a custodial staff to clean all common areas such as lounges hallways and commushynal bathrooms Yoursquoll see the same face on a regular basis because one custodian is assigned to your area Take the time to meet your hall area custodian He or she is an important part of your community
If custodial services are needed in your building call (864) 656-5450 For emergency custodial services contact your RA or RD We appreciate your assistance in keeping your common areas clean
in a Dayrsquos Work Hall
All
for
On
e
13
Residence Hall Association
The Clemson University Residence Hall Association (RHA) is right at home workshying for you RHA is the student voice for housing concerns programming and leadershyship opportunities We invite all students to participate in this group Logon to www housingclemsonedurha for more information
RHA funds are raised through linen comforter sales final exam kits and several other fund-raising programs The sale of linshyens is handled by a national company called On-Campus Marketing To find out more or to place an order just go online to wwwrhl orgclu or call 1-800-957-4338
Residence Hall Councils
If yoursquore looking for a group to join you donrsquot have to look any further than your
own residence hall The Residence Hall Council (RHC) is made up of elected or apshypointed representatives from every hall and apartment complex The RHC organizes programs and makes recommendations on housing policies Contact your RA or RD if yoursquore interested in serving Get involved
Student Employees
You may be able to find a job right in your own residential area University Housing hires enrolled students as front-desk assistants office workers student program assistants ResCom computing consultants weekend custodians maintenance assistants and resident assistants Talk to your RA about job opportunities with University Housing if yoursquod like more information
14
Hall Meetings
Your resident assistant wants to keep you informed so sometimes all the residents in a hall or area will meet to hear whatrsquos up or to discuss things Your RA will put up posters to let you know when a hall or area meeting is scheduled If you canrsquot make the meeting check with your RA to catch up
Student Judicial Boards
Some people donrsquot play ldquofairrdquo When that happens the University has to step in Student peer review boards hear cases of alleged misconshyduct that occur within and outside of University housing These boards are made up of students and they work in cooperation with Student Government and the Office of Student Conshyduct If yoursquore interested in serving on one of these boards call the Office of Student Conduct at (864) 656-0510
Holiday Breaks
Sometimes itrsquos impossible or impractical for our students to travel home during breaks Residence halls and apartments are open over spring and fall breaks as well as the Thanksshygiving holiday There are fewer staff members around but security officers keep their regular
schedules Residence halls are closed between the fall and spring semesters from the morning after December graduation until early January Look for information related to holidays in the Clemson Home newsletter which will come to you through your RA and by email
Visitation
The times that members of the opposite sex can visit your room are designated as either ldquostandardrdquo or ldquoself-regulatedrdquo visitation dependshying on where you live Check with your RA to be sure In the residence halls you have to escort your guest to and from the room and you must be in the room during the visit If yoursquod like to have some of your old friends (or a brother or sister) hang out with you for the weekend be sure to talk to your roommate first and see if the visit fits with his or her plans However overnight visits by members of the opposite sex are not permitted in halls with communal baths If you want to have a guest for more than two consecutive nights or a guest who visits frequently yoursquoll need to obtain writshyten permission from a Housing official Please see your University Housing Contract for more details on Clemsonrsquos visitation policies The bottom line is mutual respect for everyone
Common Ground
15
At Clemson there are students from all over the United States and 80 other countries
Regardless of where our students come from they have many of the same goals and ideals mdash they want a great educational experishyence and a chance to grow as members of the global community We believe our strength as a Clemson ldquofamilyrdquo comes from sharing different ideas and experiences that broaden our view of the world In University Housing we support this educational process We are personally and professionally committed to encouraging accepshytance and celebrating these differences within our communities
Each unique aspect of yours and your neighborrsquos is valuable mdash whether itrsquos political affiliation regional ties race ethnicity cultural or national origin religious beliefs sexual orishyentation gender age mental andor physical challenges socioeconomic class academic class personality types etc We encourage you to get into the spirit of the Clemson community by mdash
Keeping an open mind(Donrsquot make assumptions about others You could be wrong)
Challenging yourself(Get to know people who are different from you)
Asking questions(Donrsquot be afraid or embarrassed People welshycome questions)
Accepting that your values may conflict with anotherrsquos values(You can accept othersrsquo values without agreeing with them)
Attending diverse University events and Housing-sponsored programs (Education doesnrsquot stop inside the classshyroom and it can be FUN)
Inappropriate behaviors or acts of intolershyance will be confronted Any action that stifles another personrsquos responsible expression of hisher individuality interferes with everyonersquos opportunities for growth Join us in maintainshying your right to be yourself and to learn by interacting with others When you protect the rights of one you advance the primary goal of all mdash education Here at Clemson itrsquos all for one and one for all
16
Roomshymates Respect Is the Key
Living with a roommate doesnrsquot have to be a ldquobig dealrdquo The most important thing is that you keep an open mind and learn to respect each other Get to know your new roommate the same as you would any other new person You already know that both of you want a Clemson education So just take it from there
Talk About It
Want to know how to get along with roomshymates Talk to them Itrsquos the most important thing you can do in a relationship If something is bothering you the sooner you talk about it the sooner yoursquoll be able to work it out After all no one can read your mind and you canrsquot read anyone elsersquos
Lend an Ear
Sometimes itrsquos just one of those days Try to understand why your roommate may have reacted a certain way It may have nothing to do with you Maybe he or she is having a tough time and just needs someone to listen mayshybe your roommate can do the same for you
Take a Breather
Everyone needs a little space occasionally mdash time to be alone and just think things out Keep that in mind and give each other time for privacy You can fill your need for peace and quiet while your roommate is in class or at a club meeting Be User Friendly
We each have our own ideas about sharing our things Take the time to ask before you borshyrow things that belong to your roommate Itrsquos an even better idea to talk this out up front and agree on whatrsquos community property and whatrsquos off limits
Share Your Neat Ideas
You may have your own version of a clean room but make sure you share that ldquovisionrdquo with your roommate The two of you should decide together whatrsquos a comfortable level of clean
18
At Your
Service
Fin
d It
on
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19
Think About It
There are lots of things you should discuss with your roommate as soon as you get settled in For example
bull Do you expect the room to be more of a social space where friends can hang out or more of a study space where you can concenshytrate on class work
bull Are you a night owl or an early bird How late may guests stay
bull How do you want to handle visits by boyshyfriendsgirlfriends
bull Will you be around on the weekends What are your expectations about those times
Of course therersquos more you need to talk about but you get the idea Talk about your concerns before they become issues
The Clemson campus ldquocommunityrdquo has most of the things you need for day-to-day living right on campus If you donrsquot see the sershyvice you need listed below your RA can point you in the right direction
Got Cash
Carolina First Wachovia BBampT and Bank of America all have 24-hour automated teller machines adjacent to the Dillard Buildshying (near the HolmesMcCabe area and the Shoeboxes) Bank of America and the State Credit Union have ATMs behind Byrnes Hall Wachovia has one in the Hendrix Center and First Citizens has one in the University Union loggia If your home bank has VISAMaster-Card Cirrus AFFN Honor or Plus System bank cards you can access funds from home
and your parents can make direct deposits into your account Dollar-bill change machines are located in the Dillard Building and are in most of the residence halls and apartments In adshydition Carolina First Bank has a full-service branch on the lower level of the Hendrix Center
TigerStripe Accounts
The TigerStripe Account program lets you deposit money into an account and use the Tiger 1 Card as a prepaid debit card on or off campus You can use it at the Bookstore the laundry and the dining facilities You can even buy your concert tickets with it In fact there are over 300 locations on and off campus that accept the Tiger 1 Card Visit wwwtiger1 clemsonedu for more details about the benefits offered by your Tiger 1 Card
20
Getting Hungry
When your appetite takes over yoursquoll find several spots on campus to tame your hunger The Canteen and Loggia Latte in the University Union and the Fernow Street Cafeacute located beshytween Riggs and Freeman halls are convenient places to go for a quick meal Paw Mart in the University Union is also a handy refreshment stop for snacks and drinks Therersquos also Chilirsquos Too loshycated next to the Harcombe Dining Hall And be sure to check out the food court in the Hendrix Center and the Java City coffee shop in the Cooper Library Cornershop in the Hendrix Censhyter is another stop for a tasty snack Schilletter Dining Hall is behind the Hendrix Center and the Clemson House Dining Hall is across from Bowman Field Snack amp Stax in Cooper Library features convenience store items a selection of beverages and a variety of snacks If yoursquore lookshying for a special place to dine with friends donrsquot forget about Seasons by the Lake at the Madren Center
The Center of Attention
The Hendrix Student Center has lots of atshytractions for busy active students and itrsquos a great place to meet and mingle The center is named for Clemson alumnus and life member of the Board of Trustees Leon J Hendrix and is located on East Campus next to Schilletter Dining Hall near the residence halls and apartments
The center includes a student lounge meetshying rooms and a five-vendor food court You can also take in a movie in the 154-seat theater and two ballrooms accommodate functions for stushydent organizations and conferences The Hendrix Center is also the home to the University Teleshycommunications office the University Bookstore the Student Union administrative offices the Harvey and Lucinda Gantt Intercultural Center and the Michelinreg Career Center as well as a full-service branch of Carolina First Bank
Check It Out
Cooper Library has become one of the most popular places for students on campus Not only can you find books articles DVDs and more
you can get research help at the Reference Desk Then you can take your laptop and meet with your study group on the balcony while you enjoy a latte from Java City The library also has scanners a fax machine photocopiers and private group study rooms
Cooper Library is open 24 hours a day from Sunday at 1000 am until Friday at midnight Saturday hours are 1000 am to midnight For more information go to wwwlibclemsonedu or call (864) 656-1557
Getting Around
With Clemsonrsquos mild climate biking is a popular means of transportation Bike racks are located outside the residence halls Yoursquoll need a lock to secure your bike to the racks and it should be registered with the Clemson University Police Department (CUPD) Bikes may be kept inside only if they are in your individual room or apartshyment Mopeds may be parked in outdoor bicycle racks but may not be brought inside
Cars motorcycles mopeds and motor scootshyers must have a parking permit which is available from Parking Services and they must be parked in appropriately marked spaces If yoursquore bringing a vehicle to campus donrsquot forget to apply for a parking permit
Remember mopeds may not be brought inside any building and riding is prohibited on sidewalks All walkways are also off limits to skateboards bicycles rollerblades skates or similar items
Come on and Take a Free Ride
The city of Clemson provides a free shuttle bus service on and off campus called CAT (Clemson Area Transit) CAT is the largest fare-free public transit system in the nation In 2000 and 2005 it was selected as the ldquoBest Transit Systemrdquo in the state by the SC Department of Transportation Each CAT bus is equipped with a bike rack in case you need to temporarily switch gears (and vehicles)
CAT Bus Hours
Monday-Friday 622-300 am Saturday 800 pm-300 am Sunday 500 pm-300 am
Call (864) 654-CATS (2287) for more inshyformation and a system map The CAT office is located at 1200 Tiger Boulevard Suite 2
Yoursquove Got Mail
Each student will need to rent a post office box at the University Post Office located in the University Union You can sign up for a post office box online when you pay your fees The University will send you an email with your asshysigned box number and other information Post office boxes are rented from August to August In the summer mail is forwarded to your home address If you have questions please call (864) 656-2351 or email studpoclemsonedu
Laundry Day
Washers and dryers are provided on the ground level of each residence hall in Bryan Mall Calhoun Courts Commons Lightsey Bridge Comshymons and Thornhill Village Commons also have laundry facilities Clemson House has washers and dryers available in the basement Students who live on West Campus use the washers and dryers in the Dillard Building in the basement of
Holmes Hall and on the first floor of Stadium Resshyidence Hall Washers and dryers are also available in all the residence halls in the Greek Community on the Quad Donrsquot forget to bring your own iron and ironing board
The Healthy Way
Not feeling well Take a trip to Redfern Health Center Redfern consists of three divisions Medical Services Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) and Health EducationAlcohol and Drug Education All students who take seven or more credit hours during the fall and spring semesters are required to pay a health fee of $125 per semester If you register for three or more credit hours during each summer session you must pay a health fee of $45 per summer session The health fee provides for the professional services of the physicians psychologists and nurse pracshytitioners and for reduced costs of lab X-ray and pharmacy services The health fee also provides a secondary urgent-care insurance benefit that pays up to $500 per incident for expenses incurred in the treatment of urgent problems that arise when Redfern Health Center is closed
Primary health-care services are available Monday-Friday 800 am-500 pm You can be seen throughout the day by appointment at (864)
656-1541 The Nurses Clinic is available if you donrsquot have an appointment At this clinic yoursquoll be assessed by a nurse and receive care After hours if you have questions about your health-care needs you can call the Nursewise Line at 1-888-525-1333
Emergency transportation is provided by the Clemson University ambulance which is staffed with licensed EMTs 24 hours a day seven days a week After-hours health-care providers available (at your expense) include Anderson Area Medical Center Clemson Health Center (a private urgent health-care facility) Palmetto Baptist Medical Center Greenville Memorial Medical Center and Oconee Memorial Hospital
You already know that college is a big step in your life If yoursquore having trouble adjusting once you get here help is only a phone call away Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) provides mental health services for various issues including depression anxiety stress management anger management relationship violence sexual assault and addictions
Depending on the concern you may be seen in a group as a couple or individually Numerous groups are offered throughout the semester to help you learn specific skills such as stress management and assertiveness Other groups allow for pershysonal growth and integration A multidisciplinary approach to the treatment of eating disorders provides integration of medical nutritional and psychological services The LifeStyles program is a specialized approach to assist students with substance misuseabuse concerns After an evalushyation students are placed in psychoeducational groups and may receive group or individual counshyseling Each semester on a first-come first-served basis CAPS conducts a limited number of psyshychological evaluations for learning disabilities and attention disorders An on-site psychiatrist evalushyates and monitors studentsrsquo medication regimens as needed All services are confidential
For CAPS services call (864) 656-2451 for an appointment CAPS also offers a walk-in clinic from 1000 am to 230 pm where you can see a counselor on a first-come first-served basis for brief evaluation or emergency intervention Mental health crisis assistance and consultation are available 24 hours a day After hours and on weekends you can reach the on-call counselor by dialing the University police at (864) 656-2222 Most services are free to students some require a reduced fee Students who pay the health fee may receive 10 individual sessions per semester at no charge There is no limit for group sessions There are charges for LifeStyles psychiatric services and psychometric testing and this is discussed before services are rendered All services are provided by licensed psychologists licensed professional counshyselors certified addiction counselors predoctoral psychology interns or masterrsquos counseling interns
The Health Education area is committed to promoting healthy lifestyles and reducing high-risk behaviors The Alcohol and Drug Education area provides programming referrals counseling and instruction on University policies and personshyal issues associated with alcohol and drug use
Student Disability Services
Student Disability Services coordinates the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities in compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 All reasonable accommodations are individualized flexible and confidential based on the nature of the disability and the academic environment Students must provide documentation of the disability and request needed accommodations Variations in housing arrangements for student with disabilities must be coordinated through the Student Disabilshyity Office For information visit room G20 Redfern Health Center or call (864) 656-6848
23
24
Food for Thought
Meal Plans
Busy students need lots of ldquofuelrdquo Thatrsquos why Clemson offers six meal options to satisfy difshyferent eating habits Unlimited Access allows you to go to the dining halls as often as you like anytime theyrsquore open If you want anything from three meals a day to unlimited snacking this is the plan for you On the Any-Fifteen Plan you can choose 15 of the 21 meals offered each week If you have a hectic schedule or like to grab a bite
Dining Halls
All meal plans can be used in Harcombe Food Court Schilletter Dining Hall or Clemson House Harcombe and Schilletter serve all day so no matter what your schedule yoursquoll find food when you find the time
Harcombe
Monday-Friday Harcombe is closed on weekends
Breakfast 700-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-800 pm (Mon-Thurs)425-700 pm (Fri)
Schilletter
Monday-Friday Breakfast 700-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-800 pm (Sun-Thurs)425-700 pm (Fri-Sat)
Cookie Break 930-1030 pm (Mon-Thurs)
Saturday Breakfast 800-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-700 pm
Sunday Breakfast 800-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-800 pm
Cookie Break 930-1030 pm
Clemson House
If yoursquore looking for more of a restaurant atshymosphere try the Clemson House There are four ways you can choose to pay for your meal You may use your meal plan as a cash equivalency to purchase a-la-carte meals (Unlimited Access used once per meal period and only for the ldquostudent specialrdquo entree at the Clemson House) you may select the student special on your meal plan you may pay in cash or you may use the Tiger 1 Card
Monday-Friday Breakfast 700-930 am
Lunch 1100 am-130 pm
Dinner 430-730 pm
Saturday Breakfast 800-930 am
Lunch 1100 am-130 pm
Dinner 430-730 pm
Sunday Brunch 1030 am-130 pm
Dinner 430-730 pm
25
here and there the Any-Ten Plan lets you choose 10 of the 21 meals offered each week
The Unlimited Access Plus Any Ten and Plus Any Fifteen plans offer the same benefits as their counterparts with one big difference They add ldquoPaw Pointsrdquo to your TigerStripe Account which can be used the same as cash at any dining facility on campus Check the Dining Services Web site at wwwclemsonedudining for a complete list of places to eat
26
Beds Aloft
Whatrsquos a loft Itrsquos a raised frame built up from the floor to hold a bed Students like them because they provide more floor space for things such as futons and TVs
However using a lofted bed means that you may be sleeping as much as five feet off the floor and thatrsquos a long way down Because of these safety concerns our enthusiasm for lofts is limited Many factors are involved in designing a safe loft and there are significant risks involved in using an improperly designed or constructed loft Conseshyquently we strongly discourage the construction and use of ldquohomemaderdquo lofts But we provide two options as alternatives to building your own loft
First much of the bed furniture that we provide is modular and already designed to be bunkable andor loftable This furniture has been properly enshygineered and built with strength and safety in mind Your RA can show you how it works and provide you with any special connectors needed for lofting or bunking This is definitely the preferred way to go from the standpoint of safety and convenience
Second if you want to rent or purchase a loft we suggest you use one of the services provided by either the University Bookstore or Student Govshyernment To rent lofts from Collegiate Concepts (sponsored by Student Government) visit www loftconceptscom or call 1-888-929-0806 Collegiate Concepts offers a pre-delivery service so the loft can be delivered to your room (unassembled) before you arrive The University Bookstore has literature available on a company called Timbernest or go onshyline to wwwtimbernestcom for more information on their lofts Clemsonrsquos college code for Timbernest is CF74 Details on pricing delivery and pickup are available from each company
However if you still intend to build your own loft we insist that you use specific construction guidelines which are available on our Web site at wwwhousingclemsonedu Printed copies are also available from the University Housing office These are strict construction guidelines mdash and for your safety and the safety of others mdash they are not negoshytiable
Lofts may be used in most traditional resishydence halls Outside lofts (purchased rented or constructed) are NOT allowed in any of the apartshyment areas the Greek Community on the Quad the Clemson House or any of the suite-style buildshyings However all of these areas are furnished with modular furniture that is bunkable andor loftable
Leave ldquoFluffyrdquo at Home
Unless ldquoFluffyrdquo is the name of your fish you canrsquot bring him to live in your room The only pets you may have in the residence halls or apartments are fish (tank size limited to 10 gallons or less) That means no dogs no cats no lizards no snakes no frogs no monkeys no birds Campus life just doesnrsquot suit having a pet Many of your fellow students are allergic to anishymals and most animals carry parasites such as fleas ticks and mites
One of the saddest things on campus is the growing number of stray cats and the wild kittens they produce Some strays are here because softshyhearted students saw the cute little kittens and took them back to their room only to be cited for a rule violation and charged $50 There are also students who abandon their pets at the end of the school year It is sad to see these strays but keep in mind that when you feed them they will start to depend on you for their meals So if you truly love animals donrsquot become a part of the problem
When you see an abandoned animal conshytact a Housing representative Wersquoll try to find it a good home or it will be taken to a local shelter for adoption
Wild Things
Parts of the University are in wooded areas where many woodland creatures make their home Yoursquoll see an occasional squirrel scampershying around and sometimes even catch a glimpse of a skunk or opossum However if an animal beshycomes confrontational stay calm leave quickly and report it to the nearest Housing official
Bugging Out
If yoursquore from a colder climate get ready for a shock If yoursquore from the South yoursquove seen them before bugs We love South Carolinarsquos mild winters but so do the bugs These pests can be aggravating but if we work together we
Fish Tales
can control the problem The University has a contract with a privately owned pest control company Buildings are inspected monthly and treated as needed
You can also help fight these little invaders Be aware of how pests enter your room Someshytimes they come in with items that have been stored outside or in a book bag that was left in the grass with food inside Or they might venture in through opened doors or windows Once inshyside theyrsquoll find food and water and yoursquoll have bugs for roommates These are some additional things you can do
bull Report sightings of pests to the Housing Mainshytenance Office at (864) 656-5450
bull Keep all opened food items sealed in plastic containers
Wh
atrsquos
In a
nd
Ou
t
27
Saf
ety
Ru
les
at C
U
Play It
Safe
29
bull Keep all makeup and toiletry containers closed bull Keep your room clean bull Empty your trash can daily bull Work to reduce pest entryways bull Turn in maintenance problems promptly bull Wipe up spills as they occur bull Clean the refrigerator regularly (and in apartshy
ments donrsquot forget the stoves sinks and counter-tops too)
Be a Tiger Conservationist
When you live in University housing we ask you to practice good environmental and consershyvation habits Make efficient use of all resources Conserving water and electricity are two of the most important things you can do to make a positive imshypact such as not letting the water run in the sink while you brush your teeth or shave
Always put trash in its proper place Littering (inside or outside the buildings) is not permitted under any circumstances In short take responsibilshyity for your own actions If you make a mess please clean it up
We also ask you to reduce recycle and reuse materials whenever possible The University has an award-winning recycling program in which all facshyulty staff and students make a difference University Housing also promotes the Lighten Your Load proshygram at the end of the spring semester This program allows students to donate unwanted items to local charities which decreases the number of things they have to take home or store Itrsquos also a worthwhile opportunity to help others
As you spend your time in University buildshyings and around campus look for ways to support sustainable living and get involved in helping to conserve our precious natural resources
On Campus
Clemson is a small friendly community with little violent crime and fewer of the crime and safety problems that plague larger cities However neither the University nor the community is crime free The problems of drug and alcohol abuse acquaintance rape and other crimes affect every campus community
Thatrsquos why Clemson University has a professhysional police force of more than 30 full-time police officers who are graduates of the SC Criminal Justice Academy Theyrsquore more than just ldquocampus security officersrdquo As commissioned officers they have reporting responsibilities to the University the State Law Enforcement Division (SLED) and the court
Even before passage of the ldquoStudent Right to Know and Campus Security Act of 1990rdquo Clemson voluntarily reported its crime statistics to the FBI and has done so since 1980
Clemson also has a staff of student life proshyfessionals who are continually trained in crime prevention building security personal safety counseling victim assistance student discipline and other areas They ensure that the policies procedures and educational programs are in place to educate students about personal safety and to respond quickly and effectively to problems in campus housing and elsewhere
The campus and its physical facilities are maintained with safety in mind In recent years the University has invested heavily in improved lighting emergency telephones and security-conshyscious landscape design and maintenance In other words Clemson University is committed to proshyviding a safe and secure environment for students faculty and staff
The prompt reporting of crimes is encouraged If you have a problem at Clemson we want to know about it And we work hard to make sure ldquothe systemrdquo will be responsive to your needs
30
Additional information on security policies is contained in the Student Handbook and in the Campus Safety Report which also contains statistics on crime at the University and in the city of Clemson
A Word About Alcohol
One of the greatest potential problems facing all freshmen is the temptation to ldquoparty hardrdquo We want our students to have fun and enjoy themselves but we take a strong stance against not only the use of ilshylegal drugs but also against underage drinking and the abuse of alcohol by those of any age
The legal drinking age in South Carolina is 21 Consequently the possession or consumption of alcoshyhol in any form by anyone under age 21 is against the law and is therefore prohibited on the Clemson University campus Violations of this law and related University policies are considered very serious offensshyes and the penalties can be significant
We say this to you our new students because we want you to be successful in every way here at Clemson Experience has shown us that many students ignore or trivialize the issue of underage drinking Please donrsquot make that mistake This is a serious issue with serious consequences
Sure you can have fun But use your head Have fun legally and use good judgment That way everyshyone wins
Hall Security and Card Access
University Housing has a perimeter card access system installed in all campus residence halls Perimshyeter card access is a system that allows you to use your student ID card to enter certain exterior doors of the residence halls The system is designed to deny enshytrance into the residence halls by people who do not have permission to enter In order for this system to work we need your help Please donrsquot allow anyone to follow you in a door donrsquot allow anyone to use your ID card and never prop open a door for any reason
Your Personal Safety
We make every effort to maintain a safe campus for all students However there are some things you can do for your own safety
bull Walk in groups of two or more after dark bull Never hesitate to use the CUPDrsquos (Clemson
University Police Departmentrsquos) free Escort Sershyvice Call (864) 656-2222
bull Ride the free Clemson Area Transit (CAT) bus sershyvice
bull Walk in well-lighted well-traveled areas bull Make sure someone knows where you are and when
you expect to return bull Dress for freedom of movement mdash donrsquot wear conshy
fining or uncomfortable clothing bull After dark have your keys ready before you get to
your room apartment or car park in a well-lighted area
bull Always look into the back seat of your car and unshyder your car before getting in Also lock your doors while driving
bull Always lock your roomapartment door at night or while sleeping
bull If you receive annoying or obscene phone calls hang up and report the call to the CUPD
bull Always find out who is on the other side of the door before you open it
bull Take note of where the outdoor campus phones are located
Emergency Telephone Numbers
UniversityPoliceDepartment 911
FireDepartment 911
RedfernHealthCenter 656-2233
Ambulance 911
RapeCrisisHotline 868-7599
CAPS 656-2451
31
What You Need to Know About Physical and Sexual Assault
These strategies also have been found to help you avoid or prevent assaults
bull Be on the alert be aware of danger early bull Yell flee kick bull Display outrage rather than fear bull If your life is in danger use passive resistance (vomshy
it urinate tell the attacker you are diseased)
If you are a victim or know a victim of an assault follow these guidelines
bull Call police (911) Get medical attention immedishyately At a health-care facility you will be seen by a physician and you can talk with an assault specialshyist (Your identity will be protected at all times)
bull Report the crime to the CUPD Even if you choose not to press charges you may save another victim from the same fate If you think yoursquore going to press charges do not bathe or destroy any evidence such as clothing
bull Try to get an accurate description of the assailantrsquos appearance what was said or any other information that will assist police
ldquoDate rape drugsrdquo are present on most college campuses and they have been found in Clemson Do not take a drink from an open container or from a
drink not prepared in your presence Never leave a drink unattended Know who you are with Report all suspicious acts or persons to CUPD at (864) 656-2222 (or 911) More information about your safety will be available when you arrive on campus For additional information about staying safe keeping your things safe and getting a list of safety tips visit stuaffclemson educupd
Keeping Your Things Safe
bull Before coming to campus have identification numshybers engraved on your valuable belongings such as laptops bikes stereos etc and register them with the CUPD
bull Examine your parentsrsquo homeowners policy and be sure your personal property is insured
bull Always close and lock your doors and windows whenever you go to bed and whenever you leave your room or apartment even if yoursquore just going away for a few minutes Never loan out your key and report a lost key immediately to your RA If you canrsquot find your key see your RA about a recore (See Key Policy on page 35)
bull Donrsquot keep a lot of cash in your room bull Follow all visitation and escort policies bull Register your property with the Police Department
at stuaffclemsoneducupd
32
Fire Safety
Fire safety in a residence hall or apartment is everyonersquos responsibility Itrsquos important that you not only follow fire safety procedures but report all violashytions or fire hazards to your RA immediately bull Smoke only in designated areas NEVER IN BED bull Turn off electric blankets irons lamps and curling
irons right after use bull Never cover lamps with any material for any reason bull Candles and other open flame devices are not
allowed in residence halls or apartments (not even for decoration)
bull Halogen lamps are not permitted in residence halls or apartments
bull Check the smoke detector in your area weekly Go to your hall or apartment front desk for replacement batteries If you have a fire extinguisher in your area check it too
bull Keep hallways and exit paths clear at all times bull Do not overload circuits by plugging too many applishy
ances into one outlet If two or more appliances with a combined wattage of more than 1500 watts are used you must have an Underwriter Laboratory-apshyproved power strip with a built-in circuit breaker (15 amp or less)
bull Extension cords shall not be used as a substitute for permanent wiring
bull Extension cords must not be used in succession or in conjunction with power strips
bull If you see a fire immediately move to a safe area and call 911 to report the fire
bull If your clothing catches on fire drop to the floor and roll back and forth until the flame is out
bull ALWAYS take fire alarms seriously and leave the building by assigned routes
bull Gas grills may not be used or stored in any residential area (including apartments)
bull All curtains decorations or displays used in windows must be made of flame-resistive materials
bull Do not tamper with or remove any fire detection deshyvice and do not hang anything from a sprinkler head
Thatrsquos theRule Since yoursquore new here you probably have a lot
of questions about living on campus This section will give you a better idea of your rights on campus as well as Clemson Universityrsquos regulations put in place for your safety and well-being Our policies are creshyated to make an atmosphere that helps all students enjoy and benefit from their university experience
Alcohol Policy The Universityrsquos policies on the possession and
consumption of alcohol are the same as the municipal ordinances and state and federal laws For students of legal drinking age the University does not restrict the possesshysion or consumption of alcohol in your private residence (your room or apartment) except in certain residence halls designated as alcohol-free However in public areas outside of your residence you may not have an open container of an alcoholic beverage of any kind Public areas include residence hall lobbies utilitystudy rooms hallways and areas immediately outside residence halls and apartments Possession consumption or display of alcohol or alcohol containers is not permitted in any area designated as alshycohol-free A number of residence halls are designated as totally alcohol-free These include Johnstone Main and
Annex Benet Young Geer Sanders Byrnes Lever Manning Smith Barnett Mauldin and Holmes For deshytailed information concerning the consumption of alcohol in University housing contact your RD or area housing office Also refer to your Student Handbook
Asbestos Some areas of University housing have asbestos-conshy
taining materials present A licensed asbestos abatement team manages these materials Students especially those erecting and using lofts should use caution and not disturb any sprayed-on ceiling materials Any questions concernshying the asbestos materials locations and hazards should be referred to the Housing Facilities Office or the Asbestos Abatement Program director at (864) 656-4930 for further clarification
Banners and Signs Hanging banners on residence halls is a good way
to campaign for office announce an event or show your school spirit But before displaying your sign check with your RA or RD to find out where signs may be displayed If you put up a banner yoursquore responsible for taking it down no later than 24 hours after itrsquos ldquoold newsrdquo Be sure all the tape remains are removed too
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pu
s S
avvy
33
bull Keep all outside doors locked Propping outside doors for easy re-entry makes the entire building less secure and is considered a very serious violashytion of policy
bull Keep your room door locked bull Report all suspicious activities and individuals to
the desk staff night security officers and the poshylice
bull Always lock your car and never leave valuables in your car
bull Register your bicycle with the campus police and always lock it securely through the wheels and frame
bull Park your car in the designated lots if you leave it on campus during breaks
Visit stuaffclemsoneducupd for additional inforshymation
34
Candles Incense Fireworks Firearms Inflammables and Explosives
Due to concerns for fire safety and personal safety having or using any items that might be classified under these headshyings is strictly forbidden in University housing Violations of this policy could result in suspension from the University eviction from University housing andor separation from the University
Clearance Cards This term refers to the large card also called a ldquoRoom
Property Certificaterdquo that each resident is required to review and sign during the first 24 hours after moving into University housing The card has a space for you to report any missing or damaged property in your room or apartment Itrsquos very important that you check the card carefully and return it to your RA If you donrsquot at the end of the year you could be held responsible for anything wrong with your room or apartment regardless of its condition when you moved in
Cooking Housing has restrictions against cooking in residence hall
rooms (not apartments) for a couple of reasons 1) Fire safety 2) Sanitation Anything you can prepare in a thermostatically conshy
trolled percolator or a hot-air popcorn popper is legal You may also use the combination microwaverefrigerator-freezer (Microfridge) available for rent from Student Government Any other type of cooking equipment must be stored and used in your residence hall kitchen not in your room Violations of this policy will result in a $50 charge Gas grills may not be used or stored in any residence hall or apartment area
Damages Communal Property Your contract explains that when hallways bathrooms
elevators and other public areas in a residence facility receive undue abuse we expect the assistance of the residents of that area in finding the person(s) responsible When the person(s) cannot be identified all residents will be required to pay a proshyrated share of repairing such damages
Damages Rooms or Apartments As your University Housing Contract explains yoursquore
responsible for any damages that happen in your room or apartment while you live here If damages are accidental you must still pay repair costs When damages are the result of vandalism the person(s) responsible must not only pay for reshypairs but may also face disciplinary proceedings
Drugs All University officials including Housing officials will
assist and cooperate with law enforcement personnel as they
perform their duties in controlling the possession and use of illegal substances on campus Students convicted of violations of state or federal laws are subject to further disciplinary action by the University
Fire Safety On-campus residents can help keep their homes and their
neighbors safe from fire by following all Housing regulations concerning candles fireworks explosives halogen lamps the use of electrical equipment and general safety standards Any student who willfully compromises the safety of fellow residents by tampering with fire safety equipment or sounding false alarms will be subject to criminal prosecution eviction from University housing andor separation from the Univershysity Students who fail to evacuate when an alarm sounds are also subject to disciplinary action
Furniture Removal Every piece of furniture in your room or apartment at the
time you move in must stay in the roomapartment for the entire time you live there You may not remove store or trade furnishings There is an automatic $50 charge for violating this policy
Guns See ldquoCandles Incense Fireworks etcrdquo
Harassment It is the policy of Clemson University to conduct and
provide programs activities and services to students faculty and staff in an atmosphere free from racial or sexual harassshyment Harassment is any behavior that would verbally or physically threaten torment badger heckle or persecute an individual because of hisher race or gender Harassment of University faculty staff students or visitors is prohibited and shall subject the offender to appropriate disciplinary action Students who feel that they have been subjected to racial or sexual harassment should seek advice from the Office of Human Resources
Housing Contract You are required to sign a University Housing Contract
each year when you reserve a room or apartment and itrsquos important that you read your copy carefully Be sure you unshyderstand that the contract is binding for an entire academic year You canrsquot move off campus after first semester unless you meet very specific conditions outlined in the contract If yoursquore thinking about moving off campus talk with someone in University Housing before you make your plans
Incident Reports Residentapartment assistants and resident directors are
charged with the responsibility of confronting and working with students who break University or Housing policies Such violations are documented through incident reports which are completed and submitted by RAs and RDs Once a student violates a policy and an incident report is completed a Housing administrator deshycides how the infraction is to be handled Violations of policy may be dealt with administratively or through the Office of Student Conduct
Key Policy When you first report to your room or apartment yoursquoll be
issued one key free of charge If you lose your key and need a temshyporary replacement you may check one out from the desk for your area If you donrsquot find your lost key within 24 hours your lock must be changed and new keys cut The resulting cost is $50 When you check out of University housing your key must be returned or rekeying will be necessary and you will be charged for the service
Ledges Roofs Attics and Equipment Rooms The University Housing Contract expressly describes
these areas as ldquooff-limitsrdquo In the interest of your personal safety we expect your cooperation in this matter
Lofts Lofts may be used in most traditional residence hall
rooms See page 26 for more details on lofts Lofting is NOT permitted in Holmes McCabe or the Stadium Resishydence halls the Clemson House the Greek Community on the Quad or any of the apartment areas
Lounges Many residence hall lounges are open for use by all
residents on an unlimited basis Others however may be reserved for private gatherings of residents or student orshyganizations through the appropriate area office
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24
11
2
123
3
7
8 9
56 4
D
CP-3
P-4
E-3
E-10
E-5
E-14
E-7
E-4
E-6
E-8E-9
E-11
E-12
E-16
E-32E-15
R-2 R-3C-12C-5C-4
C-9C-7
C-6
C-10C-3C-13
D
C
Quiet Hours Quiet hours are in effect 24 hours a day Strict quiet hours
are in effect from 700 pm until 800 am meaning there should be no disturbing noise in the residence halls and apartshyments At least one week before final exams and through the examination period strict quiet hours are to be observed 24 hours a day
Roofs See ldquoLedges Roofs Attics etcrdquo
Room and Apartment Changes
Employee (Green Permit) Restricted as Posted Commuting Student (Orange Permit) and Employee Resident Student (Blue Permit)No room or apartment changes may be made unless a
formal request has been submitted to the Housing office and approval has been received Performing an illegal room change
Parking Designations
Apartment (Purple Permit) Clemson House Resident Student (Purple Permit)
carries an automatic charge of $50 Questions about changes may be directed at any time to the assistant director of housshying administrative services-assignments at 200 Mell Hall Call (864) 656-2295 to make an appointment
Sales and Solicitation To protect your right to privacy in your residence hall
room or apartment the University has strict guidelines on fund-raisers promotions or sales on campus All solicitation must be approved by the Office of Programs and Activities so be sure to contact this office at (864) 656-4636 or 656-4357 if you have a sale or fund-raiser in mind Also if your right to privacy in your hall or apartment is ever violated by a door-toshydoor canvasser please report it immediately to the RA or RD for your area
Showers Members of the opposite sex are not allowed to use the
shower facilities of the residence halls that are served by comshymunal bathrooms
Smoke-free Halls All residence halls are designated as totally smoke-free
areas Apartment areas are self-regulated in regard to smoking
Visitation Members of the opposite sex are allowed in rooms and
apartments every day based upon the visitation for that area All residence halls with communal baths have a Standard Visshyitation plan 1000-200 am every day Areas with private or suite baths have a Self-Regulated plan that allows occupants to set visitation hours by mutual agreement at the beginning of each year or whenever occupancy changes
Window TreatmentsDisplays All curtains decorations or displays used in windows must
be made of flame-resistive materials
Emergency Call Station
C-11
C-2 E-2
R-1
19 E-20
R-4 E-1
21
15
A 20 E-13 22
14A 16
C-1 12 P-2
17 13
P-1 18
BB
36
Employee (Green Permit)Restricted as PostedCommuting Student (Orange Permit) and EmployeeResident Student (Blue Permit)Apartment (Purple Permit)Clemson House Resident Student (Purple Permit)Emergency Call Station
Parking Designations
P-1
P-2
E-2
E-1
E-10
E-13
E-20
R-1
R-4
C-1
C-2
A
B
Campus Map
E-8 E-9 P-4
C-11 C-4 C-5 E-7C C-12 R-2 R-3
P-3
E-3 C-13 C-3 C-10
C-7 C-9
E-4
E-16 C-6 DE-14
E-15 E-32
E-5
E-12
E-6
E-11
1 Johnstone A and A Annex
The Suites 2 McCabe 3 Holmes 4 Stadium Residence Hall
The Shoeboxes 5 Geer 6 Sanders 7 Benet 8 Young 9 Cope
10 Clemson House
Bryan Mall 11 Mauldin 12 Barnett 13 Smith 14 Manning 15 Lever 16 Byrnes
The Apartments 17 Calhoun Courts 18 Thornhill Village 19 Lightsey Bridge I 20 Lightsey Bridge II
Clemsonrsquos Greek Community on the Quad 21 Bowen 22 Bradley 23 Donaldson 24 Wannamaker 25 Norris 26 Simpson North 27 Simpson South
28 Hendrix Student Center
Dining Halls 29 Schilletter 30 Harcombe 31 Clemson House
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Campus Get
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37
Campus Entry A
From Anderson on Highway 76 Pass the SC National Guard (on right) at stopshylight turn left onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) From EasleyGreenville on Highway 123 Turn left onto Highway 76 at the Ramada Inn Go under Highway 93 (do not exit) at stoplight turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road the next road to the right) From Central on Highway 93 Exit onto Highway 76 toward Anderson Stay right at stoplight turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road)
Campus Entry B
From Anderson on Highway 76 Exit onto Highway 93 Clemson University Exit From EasleyGreenville on Highway 123 Exit onto Highway 93 at Clemson University Exit From Seneca on Highway 123 Follow Highway 123 Turn right on Highway 76 Turn right onto Highway 93 at Clemson University Exit From Central on Highway 93 Go straight onto camshypus
Campus Entry C
From Seneca on Highway 123 Bear right onto Highway 93 to Clemson University Go across bridge turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road)
Campus Entry D
From Seneca on Highway 123 Bear right onto Highway 93 to Clemson University Go across bridge pass Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) turn right at next stoplight onto Williamson Road
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Bryan Mall Byrnes Manning Lever Smith Barnett and Mauldin Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station turn right at Cherry Road Turn left into Bryan Mall at stop sign If parking is full you may park in the green spaces along Cherry Road
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass football stadium and Strom Thurmond Institute turn left onto Cherry Road Enter Bryan Mall by turning left at stop sign If parking is full you may park in the green spaces along Cherry Road Pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
The Stadium Residence Hall and the Shoeboxes Cope Benet Young Geer and Sanders Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station go through traffic signal at Cherry Road pass Strom Thurmond Institute and turn right onto Williamson Road Follow Williamson Road to stop sign Continue straight after stop sign turn right on South Palmetto Boulevard and imshymediately turn left into Sirrine parking lot or go straight on Williamson Road until Fort Hill Street turn right and park behind Geer or Sanders halls
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Go past the football stadium (on your left) and turn left onto Williamson Road You can then either turn right onto South Palmetto Boulevard and immediately left into the Sirrine parking lot or you can take a chance on finding a slot in the loading docks behind the halls by continushying on Williamson Road and turning right onto Fort Hill Street Pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
Johnstone Hall Sections A and A Annex
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to the second stoplight veer left toward Tillman Hall You will approach Tillman Hall You can either park on the street near Tillman or behind Tillman You may pick up your key in the University Union loggia
Holmes and McCabe Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to the second stoplight veer left toward Tillman Hall turn left at Calhoun Drive and turn right at Fort Hill Street
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry D Turn right onto Williamson Road and left onto Fort Hill Street Park in any available space and pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
Lightsey Bridge
From Anderson EasleyGreenville and Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station turn right onto Lightsey Bridge Road
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass football stadium Strom Thurmond Institute Cherry Road and Resident Parking Lot turn left onto Lightsey Bridge Road Report to desk at Lightsey Bridge Commons Building to check in and pick up your key
Thornhill Village
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Turn at the first left onto Newman Road Park near assigned apartment report to Thornhill Village Commons Building to check in and pick up key Residents may leave cars parked in adjashycent resident spaces after unloading
Calhoun Courts
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Turn at first left onto Newman Road Go through Thornhill Village turn right onto Morrison Street Park and walk to Calhoun Courts Commons Building to check in and get your key You may then move your car to the street near your apartshyment to unload
Clemson House
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to first stoplight turn right onto North Palmetto Boushylevard You can follow that road to the front of Clemson House or turn right immediately on Lee Street and turn left on Daniel Drive Pick up your key at the front desk You may park in any marked space to unload
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Call UsBarnett Hall Lightsey Bridge I Apartments Desk 656-2130 Desk 656-1150 RD Office 858-4230 RD Office
Benet Hall Lightsey Bridge II Apartments Desk 656-2349 Desk 656-1150 RD Office 858-8614 RD Office
Byrnes Hall Manning Hall Desk 656-2140 Desk 656-2311 RD Office 656-0420 RD Office
Calhoun Courts Apartments Mauldin Hall Desk 656-2341 Desk 656-2130 RD Office 656-0421 RD Office
Clemson House McCabe Hall Desk 656-2075 Desk 656-1767 RD Office 656-1841 RD Office
Cope Hall Sanders Hall Desk 656-4800 Desk 656-2403 RD Office 858-8434 RD Office
Greek Community on the Quad Smith Hall Desk 656-0528 Desk 656-2130
RD Office 656-7578 RD Office
Geer Hall Stadium Residence Hall
Desk 656-2404 Desk 656-4800
RD Office 858-8614 RD Office
Holmes Hall Thornhill Village Apartments
Desk 656-1767 Desk 656-1257
RD Office 656-4386 RD Office
Johnstone A Young Hall
Desk 656-2366 Desk 656-2410
RD Office 858-8822 RD Office
Lever Hall Desk 656-7325 RD Office 656-0419
656-0422
656-0422
656-0670
656-5441
858-8448
858-8861
858-4230
656-4817
656-1258
858-8861
Additional University Phone Numbers Admissions 656-2287 Bookstore 656-2050 Bursarrsquos Office 656-2321 Career Center 656-6000 Computer Center Help Desk 656-3494 Counseling and Psychological
Services 656-2451 Fike Recreation Center 656-2315 Financial Aid 656-2280 Graduate Admissions 656-3195 Honors College 656-4762 ID Services 656-0763 International Programs
and Services 656-3614 Library 656-3027 Maintenance and Custodial 656-5450 Parking Services 656-2270 Pest Control 656-5450 Post Office 656-2351 Registrar 656-2171 ResCom Support 656-5441 Student Disability Services 656-6848 Student Government 656-2195 Telecommunications 656-2600 Visitors Center 656-4789
Main Housing Office (864) 656-2295 FAX (864) 656-7615
Additional information is available at our Web site wwwhousingclemsonedu
Equal Opportunity in Programs and Activities Federal laws prohibit discrimination under programs and activshy
ities receiving federal financial assistance The statutes listed below are applicable to Clemson University and provide in part
Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 ldquoNo person in the United States shall on the ground of race
color or national origin be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 ldquoNo person in the United States shall on the basis of sex be
excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subshyjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ldquoNo otherwise qualified disabled individual in the United
States shall solely by reason of their disability be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Clemson University Statement Regarding Nondiscrimination
Clemson University does not discriminate against any indishyvidual or group of individuals on the basis of age color disability gender national origin race religion sexual orientation or vetershy
anrsquos status
Clemson University conducts its programs and activities involving admission and treatment of students employment teachshying research and public service in a nondiscriminatory manner as prescribed by federal law and regulation
Inquiries concerning the above may be addressed to President Clemson University Clemson South Carolina 29634 or Director Office for Civil Rights Department of Education Washington DC 20201
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HomeDonrsquot Leave Without It
Herersquos a checklist of things to consider bringing for your room or apartmenthellip
Alarm clock Bathrobe Blankets Book bagbackpack Can opener Cleaning supplies Coffee pothot pot Desk lamp (not halogen) Electrical surge protector Fan First-aid supplies Flashlight Hairdryer Hot-air popcorn popper Iron Ironing board Lap desk Laundry supplies (detergent laundry basket hangers)
University Housing 200 Mell Hall Box 344075 Clemson SC 29634-4075 (864) 656-2295 FAX (864) 656-7615
wwwhousingclemsonedu
Laptop Mattress cover (extra-long for a twin bed) Pillows Plastic storage containers Radio Raincoat Room decorations (no candles or incense) School supplies Sheets (extra-long for twin bed) Shower caddy Telephone Television with cable cord Toiletries Towels Trash can Umbrella Vacuum cleaner
Required
College may seem like a mystery to you right now But remember itrsquos brand new for everyone else in your class too Yoursquore about to join a great group mdash the Clemson family And yoursquoll have the time of your life as you find your place in the Clemson comshymunity
If yoursquore nervous about having a roommate donrsquot worry Some students have never shared a room with anyone but itrsquos not as hard as you may think You can have a great time At Clemson yoursquoll get to know many different kinds of people mdash thatrsquos a good thing Learning to live with other students is as much a part of your college education as anything yoursquoll learn in the classroom
Wersquove included your housing assignment in this package with the name and address of your roommate You may want to contact him or her before you arrive at Clemson Students tell us that the letters phone calls and emails they exshychanged before coming to campus took a lot of pressure off their first day here So start getting to know each other and then relax We know you want to fit in here And at Clemson wersquore in it together
Where Do You
Fit In
4
MoveThe Big
All new students (those who have never attended Clemson University) may move in beginning at 800 am on Saturday August 19 2006 All returning students may move in beginning at 800 am on Sunday August 20 2006 Arrivals prior to these dates and times are NOT possible because residential areas are still being prepared and staff are not yet in place
We want to make things as easy as possible for you and your parents so wersquove set up this suggested schedule for Saturday and Sunday to help minimize long lines and traffic jams We strongly recommend that you try to arrive according to this schedule
If your last name begins with Try to move in A-I 800-900 am or
1230-130 pm J-R 930-1030 am or
200-300 pm S-Z 1100 am-noon or
330-430 pm
We know that everyone may not be able to follow this plan because of travel or other complications but using this schedule will help You can check in each day until 1000 pm If you want to avoid the biggest crowds you might conshysider moving in on Monday or Tuesday
For the spring semester residence halls and apartments will open on Sunday January 7 2007 at 800 am
Get Ahead of the Pack
If you live fairly close to campus (within a two- to three-hour drive) itrsquos best to pack only the things you really need including clothes to last 14 days After a couple of weeks you can go home and get the rest of your belongshyings By then yoursquoll have a better idea of what you need and what will fit into your room
What a Load
When you move in wersquoll have cershytain areas that you can use to unload your things but you canrsquot leave your car or truck unattended in these spots After unloading please move your vehicle to a nearby parking lot If it rains wersquoll change the plans to allow residents to put their things in the nearest dry area (such as a porch or lobby) If you have a hand truck bring it with you
Itrsquos a good idea to pick up your key as soon as you get on campus Just go to the front desk of your assigned residence hall or apartment to get it Be sure to have a picture ID with you
Ship Shape
If you want to ship trunks or large boxes send them to University Station Clemson University Clemson SC 29632 Your name and box number must appear on all items Pickup hours are from 830 am to 500 pm weekdays The Clemson University Post Office is on the lower level of the University Union For your convenience the University Post Office will be open 1000 am-500 pm both days of move-in weekend August 19-20 2006
Keep It Legal
Be sure to carefully review your copy of the University Housing Conshytract for all applicable rules regulations and policies concerning your new home and community Many of these are also discussed in this guide on pages 26-36 Remember the contract you signed is for the entire academic year (both fall and spring semesters)
President and Mrs Barker volunteer at move-in
Get
tin
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ettl
ed
5
6
Before
The Personal Touch
Just picture it mdash a place that shows off your personal taste and interests Itrsquos a little bit of ldquoyourdquo Thatrsquos what your room will be once you and your roommate dress it up Remember it wonrsquot look that way when you first walk in
A lot of our students get in touch with their roommate before they come to camshypus so they can start the decorating process together mdash color schemes posters mdash whatshyever it takes Talking together ahead of time also helps you decide what to bring so you donrsquot end up with two stereos and no TV
Bring ItPack up your computer television VCR stereo CD player and radio
You can bring all of those things with you Keep a level head though You want to be comfortable but you probably wonrsquot have space for everything you own because yoursquoll be living in a room not an entire house Closets and dresser space are limited so bring only the clothes you need for a
After
season Remember that you have to find a place for whatever you bring to the room Soft luggage can be folded and easily stored and many students find that footlockers are easy to use for transporting and storing things in the room
Most residence halls have refrigerators and microwave ovens available for your use either in the hall kitchen or lounges You might also want to consider renting a Microfridge (combination microwave reshyfrigerator-freezer) If so see the ldquoCool Itrdquo section on page 7 Some other things you may want to bring include the following
bull Telephone bull Iron and portable ironing board bull Desk lamp (not halogen) bull Alarm clock bull Clothes hangers bull Mattress cover (extra-long) bull Bed linens (extra-long) bull Surge protector (see your contract for deshy
tails on this power strip) bull Towels
bull Small vacuum cleaner bull Trash can
DIRECTV
Basic DIRECTV service is available in all housing areas and itrsquos already included in your semester housing fee If yoursquore a reshyally big movie fan you can buy additional premium packages directly from the DIRECTV company at 1-800-610-0797
Bring Your Laptop
Internet access can put you in touch with the four corners of the earth and Clemson University can take you there from the comfort of your own room All of our residence halls and apartments are fully wired through a campus-wide network called ResCom (Residential Computing) Each student has a dedicated high-speed data port which is separate from the phone line
As an added bonus to living on camshypus all residence halls have wireless access in all the common areas This means you can use your laptop while doing laundry or just sitting around waiting on your friends The freshman halls have wireless cyber lounges that give you a place to sit and work in comfort or you can meet with other students to work on group projects These cyber lounges also have Ethernet hook-ups
Best of all there is no extra charge for this service However there are minimum system requirements (for your computer) if you want to get wired up Check this inforshymation online at rescomclemsonedu
All incoming freshmen are required to have a laptop For more information on this requirement or for information on purchasshying a laptop please visit laptopclemsonedu
Roll Out the Carpet
If you want the feel of carpet between your toes and you plan to live in Johnstone Benet Young Cope Geer or Sanders you may want to consider bringing room-size carpet from home because these areas are not carpeted You can also buy a remnant at numerous local stores Be sure to check out the room measurements and floor plans online at wwwhousingclemsonedu
Cool It
You can keep a refrigerator in your room if itrsquos no larger than 36 cubic feet A combination microfridge multipliance is also available for rent This unit includes a microwave (the only microwave allowed in residence halls) a refrigerator and a zero-degree freezer New and used units are available Student Government and Colshylegiate Concepts provide this service and they can have it delivered to your room Just go online to wwwcollegefridgecom or call 1-888-929-0806 for more informashytion or to place an order All University apartments have full-size refrigerators and microwaves are also available in Lightsey Bridge I and II
8
Did You Call
Bring your own telephone Two teleshyphone jacks are provided in each residence hall room and apartments have three Each apartment or residence hall room has one phone number that you will share with your roommate(s) Free voice mail is provided and charges for local phone services are included in the housing rental fee We also have an optional discounted long-distance service If you didnrsquot receive information about the long-distance service call the Office of Telecommunications at (864) 656-2550 for details On campus email TelecomServices-Lclemsonedu to report telephone line maintenance The Univershysity will service your telephone line but not your telephone
Leave It at Home
We want to keep the residence halls as safe as possible so there are some things we just canrsquot allow in your room
bull Candles (not even as decoration) bull Halogen lamps
bull Microwave ovenscooking appliances (except Microfridges thermostatically controlled percolators and hot-air popshycorn poppers)
bull Electrical fixtures such as ceiling fans or track lighting
bull Parachute canopies on the ceiling bull Pets (except fish in a 10-gallon tank or
smaller)
We also have a few rules to help protect the room and walls from interior decorators who get carried away mdash
bull Posters should be hung with white ldquoplasshytic tackrdquo No tape nails or tacks can be used on the walls
bull All lofts and any other personal furniture must be ldquofree-standingrdquo and must not be attached in any way to the walls ceiling or other room fixtures
Many areas have bed frames that can be bunked or lofted but check with your RA first to see if your beds are bunkable and how they work Keep in mind that evshyery few weeks your room will be inspected The date and time of these inspections will be posted 24 hours in advance
The Clemson
Family
Cle
mso
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ares
9
1110
You Can Count on Us
One of the unique things about Clemson is that even though itrsquos a large university it feels more like a family Becoming a Clemson Tiger is an experience that will stay with you for a lifeshytime There are a lot of activities going on at Clemson and plenty of different people to enjoy them with you
Think of the residence hall as your ldquoneighborhoodrdquo and the University as your ldquotownrdquo In addition to groups and organizations for a number of different social concerns political causes religions hobbies sports and special interests the University offers educational activities such as stress management reacutesumeacute-writing workshops Black History Month Alcohol Awareness Month and AIDS Awareness Day Take your pick or help plan your own
Clemson is well-known for its mission of service to the people of South Carolina and stushydents are right out front with participation in blood drives events for local charities recycling clothing and food drives and many other projects You can learn something and have fun in hundreds of activities mdash and itrsquos a great way to meet people with the same interests
Wersquoll make sure you have all the help you need to settle into your new Clemson life The University Housing office employs close to 600 people to assist you in day-to-day living Best of all you can get help with a lot of your questions or problems from someone right on your floor Your RA can either answer your questions or refer you to someone who can
RAs
Resident assistants (RAs) are undergradushyate students who serve as a link between you and the Housing Office University Housing employs one (or more) RAs for each floor or area Their No 1 priority is to help you make your Clemson experience the best it can be RAs give advice keep you informed and help you learn whatrsquos what at Clemson And someshytimes your RA is just someone to listen when you need to talk
RDs
Resident directors (RDs) are gradushyate students who live in each housing area and supervise the RAs and desk assistants
in that area They are responsible for the overall management of the residence halls or apartment communities and are the local repshyresentatives for University Housing
ACs
Area coordinators (ACs) are full-time professional Housing employees who live in the various residential communities and supervise the RDs and the activities of the (satellite) area housing offices
CU Police
The Clemson University Police Departshyment is here to protect you In addition security officers are assigned to each residence hall and apartment area Itrsquos a comfort to know that these officers periodically patrol the premises throughout the night
Control Desks
A ldquocontrolrdquo desk is the main operations center for a given housing area Student desk assistants (DAs) staff these control desks for the residence halls and apartment areas They greet guests issue keys take maintenance reshyquests and answer the main phone
Maintenance Services
University Housing employs a full-time staff for maintenance in all residential areas You can easily recognize the maintenance staff members by their uniform If you need to request maintenance services fill out a Mainshytenance Request Form at the front desk call
(864) 656-5450 or go online to wwwhousing clemsonedu Occasionally contractors will perform specialized maintenance services For emergency maintenance service contact your RA or RD
Custodial Services
Although yoursquore responsible for keeping your room clean University Housing emshyploys a custodial staff to clean all common areas such as lounges hallways and commushynal bathrooms Yoursquoll see the same face on a regular basis because one custodian is assigned to your area Take the time to meet your hall area custodian He or she is an important part of your community
If custodial services are needed in your building call (864) 656-5450 For emergency custodial services contact your RA or RD We appreciate your assistance in keeping your common areas clean
in a Dayrsquos Work Hall
All
for
On
e
13
Residence Hall Association
The Clemson University Residence Hall Association (RHA) is right at home workshying for you RHA is the student voice for housing concerns programming and leadershyship opportunities We invite all students to participate in this group Logon to www housingclemsonedurha for more information
RHA funds are raised through linen comforter sales final exam kits and several other fund-raising programs The sale of linshyens is handled by a national company called On-Campus Marketing To find out more or to place an order just go online to wwwrhl orgclu or call 1-800-957-4338
Residence Hall Councils
If yoursquore looking for a group to join you donrsquot have to look any further than your
own residence hall The Residence Hall Council (RHC) is made up of elected or apshypointed representatives from every hall and apartment complex The RHC organizes programs and makes recommendations on housing policies Contact your RA or RD if yoursquore interested in serving Get involved
Student Employees
You may be able to find a job right in your own residential area University Housing hires enrolled students as front-desk assistants office workers student program assistants ResCom computing consultants weekend custodians maintenance assistants and resident assistants Talk to your RA about job opportunities with University Housing if yoursquod like more information
14
Hall Meetings
Your resident assistant wants to keep you informed so sometimes all the residents in a hall or area will meet to hear whatrsquos up or to discuss things Your RA will put up posters to let you know when a hall or area meeting is scheduled If you canrsquot make the meeting check with your RA to catch up
Student Judicial Boards
Some people donrsquot play ldquofairrdquo When that happens the University has to step in Student peer review boards hear cases of alleged misconshyduct that occur within and outside of University housing These boards are made up of students and they work in cooperation with Student Government and the Office of Student Conshyduct If yoursquore interested in serving on one of these boards call the Office of Student Conduct at (864) 656-0510
Holiday Breaks
Sometimes itrsquos impossible or impractical for our students to travel home during breaks Residence halls and apartments are open over spring and fall breaks as well as the Thanksshygiving holiday There are fewer staff members around but security officers keep their regular
schedules Residence halls are closed between the fall and spring semesters from the morning after December graduation until early January Look for information related to holidays in the Clemson Home newsletter which will come to you through your RA and by email
Visitation
The times that members of the opposite sex can visit your room are designated as either ldquostandardrdquo or ldquoself-regulatedrdquo visitation dependshying on where you live Check with your RA to be sure In the residence halls you have to escort your guest to and from the room and you must be in the room during the visit If yoursquod like to have some of your old friends (or a brother or sister) hang out with you for the weekend be sure to talk to your roommate first and see if the visit fits with his or her plans However overnight visits by members of the opposite sex are not permitted in halls with communal baths If you want to have a guest for more than two consecutive nights or a guest who visits frequently yoursquoll need to obtain writshyten permission from a Housing official Please see your University Housing Contract for more details on Clemsonrsquos visitation policies The bottom line is mutual respect for everyone
Common Ground
15
At Clemson there are students from all over the United States and 80 other countries
Regardless of where our students come from they have many of the same goals and ideals mdash they want a great educational experishyence and a chance to grow as members of the global community We believe our strength as a Clemson ldquofamilyrdquo comes from sharing different ideas and experiences that broaden our view of the world In University Housing we support this educational process We are personally and professionally committed to encouraging accepshytance and celebrating these differences within our communities
Each unique aspect of yours and your neighborrsquos is valuable mdash whether itrsquos political affiliation regional ties race ethnicity cultural or national origin religious beliefs sexual orishyentation gender age mental andor physical challenges socioeconomic class academic class personality types etc We encourage you to get into the spirit of the Clemson community by mdash
Keeping an open mind(Donrsquot make assumptions about others You could be wrong)
Challenging yourself(Get to know people who are different from you)
Asking questions(Donrsquot be afraid or embarrassed People welshycome questions)
Accepting that your values may conflict with anotherrsquos values(You can accept othersrsquo values without agreeing with them)
Attending diverse University events and Housing-sponsored programs (Education doesnrsquot stop inside the classshyroom and it can be FUN)
Inappropriate behaviors or acts of intolershyance will be confronted Any action that stifles another personrsquos responsible expression of hisher individuality interferes with everyonersquos opportunities for growth Join us in maintainshying your right to be yourself and to learn by interacting with others When you protect the rights of one you advance the primary goal of all mdash education Here at Clemson itrsquos all for one and one for all
16
Roomshymates Respect Is the Key
Living with a roommate doesnrsquot have to be a ldquobig dealrdquo The most important thing is that you keep an open mind and learn to respect each other Get to know your new roommate the same as you would any other new person You already know that both of you want a Clemson education So just take it from there
Talk About It
Want to know how to get along with roomshymates Talk to them Itrsquos the most important thing you can do in a relationship If something is bothering you the sooner you talk about it the sooner yoursquoll be able to work it out After all no one can read your mind and you canrsquot read anyone elsersquos
Lend an Ear
Sometimes itrsquos just one of those days Try to understand why your roommate may have reacted a certain way It may have nothing to do with you Maybe he or she is having a tough time and just needs someone to listen mayshybe your roommate can do the same for you
Take a Breather
Everyone needs a little space occasionally mdash time to be alone and just think things out Keep that in mind and give each other time for privacy You can fill your need for peace and quiet while your roommate is in class or at a club meeting Be User Friendly
We each have our own ideas about sharing our things Take the time to ask before you borshyrow things that belong to your roommate Itrsquos an even better idea to talk this out up front and agree on whatrsquos community property and whatrsquos off limits
Share Your Neat Ideas
You may have your own version of a clean room but make sure you share that ldquovisionrdquo with your roommate The two of you should decide together whatrsquos a comfortable level of clean
18
At Your
Service
Fin
d It
on
Cam
pu
s
19
Think About It
There are lots of things you should discuss with your roommate as soon as you get settled in For example
bull Do you expect the room to be more of a social space where friends can hang out or more of a study space where you can concenshytrate on class work
bull Are you a night owl or an early bird How late may guests stay
bull How do you want to handle visits by boyshyfriendsgirlfriends
bull Will you be around on the weekends What are your expectations about those times
Of course therersquos more you need to talk about but you get the idea Talk about your concerns before they become issues
The Clemson campus ldquocommunityrdquo has most of the things you need for day-to-day living right on campus If you donrsquot see the sershyvice you need listed below your RA can point you in the right direction
Got Cash
Carolina First Wachovia BBampT and Bank of America all have 24-hour automated teller machines adjacent to the Dillard Buildshying (near the HolmesMcCabe area and the Shoeboxes) Bank of America and the State Credit Union have ATMs behind Byrnes Hall Wachovia has one in the Hendrix Center and First Citizens has one in the University Union loggia If your home bank has VISAMaster-Card Cirrus AFFN Honor or Plus System bank cards you can access funds from home
and your parents can make direct deposits into your account Dollar-bill change machines are located in the Dillard Building and are in most of the residence halls and apartments In adshydition Carolina First Bank has a full-service branch on the lower level of the Hendrix Center
TigerStripe Accounts
The TigerStripe Account program lets you deposit money into an account and use the Tiger 1 Card as a prepaid debit card on or off campus You can use it at the Bookstore the laundry and the dining facilities You can even buy your concert tickets with it In fact there are over 300 locations on and off campus that accept the Tiger 1 Card Visit wwwtiger1 clemsonedu for more details about the benefits offered by your Tiger 1 Card
20
Getting Hungry
When your appetite takes over yoursquoll find several spots on campus to tame your hunger The Canteen and Loggia Latte in the University Union and the Fernow Street Cafeacute located beshytween Riggs and Freeman halls are convenient places to go for a quick meal Paw Mart in the University Union is also a handy refreshment stop for snacks and drinks Therersquos also Chilirsquos Too loshycated next to the Harcombe Dining Hall And be sure to check out the food court in the Hendrix Center and the Java City coffee shop in the Cooper Library Cornershop in the Hendrix Censhyter is another stop for a tasty snack Schilletter Dining Hall is behind the Hendrix Center and the Clemson House Dining Hall is across from Bowman Field Snack amp Stax in Cooper Library features convenience store items a selection of beverages and a variety of snacks If yoursquore lookshying for a special place to dine with friends donrsquot forget about Seasons by the Lake at the Madren Center
The Center of Attention
The Hendrix Student Center has lots of atshytractions for busy active students and itrsquos a great place to meet and mingle The center is named for Clemson alumnus and life member of the Board of Trustees Leon J Hendrix and is located on East Campus next to Schilletter Dining Hall near the residence halls and apartments
The center includes a student lounge meetshying rooms and a five-vendor food court You can also take in a movie in the 154-seat theater and two ballrooms accommodate functions for stushydent organizations and conferences The Hendrix Center is also the home to the University Teleshycommunications office the University Bookstore the Student Union administrative offices the Harvey and Lucinda Gantt Intercultural Center and the Michelinreg Career Center as well as a full-service branch of Carolina First Bank
Check It Out
Cooper Library has become one of the most popular places for students on campus Not only can you find books articles DVDs and more
you can get research help at the Reference Desk Then you can take your laptop and meet with your study group on the balcony while you enjoy a latte from Java City The library also has scanners a fax machine photocopiers and private group study rooms
Cooper Library is open 24 hours a day from Sunday at 1000 am until Friday at midnight Saturday hours are 1000 am to midnight For more information go to wwwlibclemsonedu or call (864) 656-1557
Getting Around
With Clemsonrsquos mild climate biking is a popular means of transportation Bike racks are located outside the residence halls Yoursquoll need a lock to secure your bike to the racks and it should be registered with the Clemson University Police Department (CUPD) Bikes may be kept inside only if they are in your individual room or apartshyment Mopeds may be parked in outdoor bicycle racks but may not be brought inside
Cars motorcycles mopeds and motor scootshyers must have a parking permit which is available from Parking Services and they must be parked in appropriately marked spaces If yoursquore bringing a vehicle to campus donrsquot forget to apply for a parking permit
Remember mopeds may not be brought inside any building and riding is prohibited on sidewalks All walkways are also off limits to skateboards bicycles rollerblades skates or similar items
Come on and Take a Free Ride
The city of Clemson provides a free shuttle bus service on and off campus called CAT (Clemson Area Transit) CAT is the largest fare-free public transit system in the nation In 2000 and 2005 it was selected as the ldquoBest Transit Systemrdquo in the state by the SC Department of Transportation Each CAT bus is equipped with a bike rack in case you need to temporarily switch gears (and vehicles)
CAT Bus Hours
Monday-Friday 622-300 am Saturday 800 pm-300 am Sunday 500 pm-300 am
Call (864) 654-CATS (2287) for more inshyformation and a system map The CAT office is located at 1200 Tiger Boulevard Suite 2
Yoursquove Got Mail
Each student will need to rent a post office box at the University Post Office located in the University Union You can sign up for a post office box online when you pay your fees The University will send you an email with your asshysigned box number and other information Post office boxes are rented from August to August In the summer mail is forwarded to your home address If you have questions please call (864) 656-2351 or email studpoclemsonedu
Laundry Day
Washers and dryers are provided on the ground level of each residence hall in Bryan Mall Calhoun Courts Commons Lightsey Bridge Comshymons and Thornhill Village Commons also have laundry facilities Clemson House has washers and dryers available in the basement Students who live on West Campus use the washers and dryers in the Dillard Building in the basement of
Holmes Hall and on the first floor of Stadium Resshyidence Hall Washers and dryers are also available in all the residence halls in the Greek Community on the Quad Donrsquot forget to bring your own iron and ironing board
The Healthy Way
Not feeling well Take a trip to Redfern Health Center Redfern consists of three divisions Medical Services Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) and Health EducationAlcohol and Drug Education All students who take seven or more credit hours during the fall and spring semesters are required to pay a health fee of $125 per semester If you register for three or more credit hours during each summer session you must pay a health fee of $45 per summer session The health fee provides for the professional services of the physicians psychologists and nurse pracshytitioners and for reduced costs of lab X-ray and pharmacy services The health fee also provides a secondary urgent-care insurance benefit that pays up to $500 per incident for expenses incurred in the treatment of urgent problems that arise when Redfern Health Center is closed
Primary health-care services are available Monday-Friday 800 am-500 pm You can be seen throughout the day by appointment at (864)
656-1541 The Nurses Clinic is available if you donrsquot have an appointment At this clinic yoursquoll be assessed by a nurse and receive care After hours if you have questions about your health-care needs you can call the Nursewise Line at 1-888-525-1333
Emergency transportation is provided by the Clemson University ambulance which is staffed with licensed EMTs 24 hours a day seven days a week After-hours health-care providers available (at your expense) include Anderson Area Medical Center Clemson Health Center (a private urgent health-care facility) Palmetto Baptist Medical Center Greenville Memorial Medical Center and Oconee Memorial Hospital
You already know that college is a big step in your life If yoursquore having trouble adjusting once you get here help is only a phone call away Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) provides mental health services for various issues including depression anxiety stress management anger management relationship violence sexual assault and addictions
Depending on the concern you may be seen in a group as a couple or individually Numerous groups are offered throughout the semester to help you learn specific skills such as stress management and assertiveness Other groups allow for pershysonal growth and integration A multidisciplinary approach to the treatment of eating disorders provides integration of medical nutritional and psychological services The LifeStyles program is a specialized approach to assist students with substance misuseabuse concerns After an evalushyation students are placed in psychoeducational groups and may receive group or individual counshyseling Each semester on a first-come first-served basis CAPS conducts a limited number of psyshychological evaluations for learning disabilities and attention disorders An on-site psychiatrist evalushyates and monitors studentsrsquo medication regimens as needed All services are confidential
For CAPS services call (864) 656-2451 for an appointment CAPS also offers a walk-in clinic from 1000 am to 230 pm where you can see a counselor on a first-come first-served basis for brief evaluation or emergency intervention Mental health crisis assistance and consultation are available 24 hours a day After hours and on weekends you can reach the on-call counselor by dialing the University police at (864) 656-2222 Most services are free to students some require a reduced fee Students who pay the health fee may receive 10 individual sessions per semester at no charge There is no limit for group sessions There are charges for LifeStyles psychiatric services and psychometric testing and this is discussed before services are rendered All services are provided by licensed psychologists licensed professional counshyselors certified addiction counselors predoctoral psychology interns or masterrsquos counseling interns
The Health Education area is committed to promoting healthy lifestyles and reducing high-risk behaviors The Alcohol and Drug Education area provides programming referrals counseling and instruction on University policies and personshyal issues associated with alcohol and drug use
Student Disability Services
Student Disability Services coordinates the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities in compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 All reasonable accommodations are individualized flexible and confidential based on the nature of the disability and the academic environment Students must provide documentation of the disability and request needed accommodations Variations in housing arrangements for student with disabilities must be coordinated through the Student Disabilshyity Office For information visit room G20 Redfern Health Center or call (864) 656-6848
23
24
Food for Thought
Meal Plans
Busy students need lots of ldquofuelrdquo Thatrsquos why Clemson offers six meal options to satisfy difshyferent eating habits Unlimited Access allows you to go to the dining halls as often as you like anytime theyrsquore open If you want anything from three meals a day to unlimited snacking this is the plan for you On the Any-Fifteen Plan you can choose 15 of the 21 meals offered each week If you have a hectic schedule or like to grab a bite
Dining Halls
All meal plans can be used in Harcombe Food Court Schilletter Dining Hall or Clemson House Harcombe and Schilletter serve all day so no matter what your schedule yoursquoll find food when you find the time
Harcombe
Monday-Friday Harcombe is closed on weekends
Breakfast 700-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-800 pm (Mon-Thurs)425-700 pm (Fri)
Schilletter
Monday-Friday Breakfast 700-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-800 pm (Sun-Thurs)425-700 pm (Fri-Sat)
Cookie Break 930-1030 pm (Mon-Thurs)
Saturday Breakfast 800-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-700 pm
Sunday Breakfast 800-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-800 pm
Cookie Break 930-1030 pm
Clemson House
If yoursquore looking for more of a restaurant atshymosphere try the Clemson House There are four ways you can choose to pay for your meal You may use your meal plan as a cash equivalency to purchase a-la-carte meals (Unlimited Access used once per meal period and only for the ldquostudent specialrdquo entree at the Clemson House) you may select the student special on your meal plan you may pay in cash or you may use the Tiger 1 Card
Monday-Friday Breakfast 700-930 am
Lunch 1100 am-130 pm
Dinner 430-730 pm
Saturday Breakfast 800-930 am
Lunch 1100 am-130 pm
Dinner 430-730 pm
Sunday Brunch 1030 am-130 pm
Dinner 430-730 pm
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here and there the Any-Ten Plan lets you choose 10 of the 21 meals offered each week
The Unlimited Access Plus Any Ten and Plus Any Fifteen plans offer the same benefits as their counterparts with one big difference They add ldquoPaw Pointsrdquo to your TigerStripe Account which can be used the same as cash at any dining facility on campus Check the Dining Services Web site at wwwclemsonedudining for a complete list of places to eat
26
Beds Aloft
Whatrsquos a loft Itrsquos a raised frame built up from the floor to hold a bed Students like them because they provide more floor space for things such as futons and TVs
However using a lofted bed means that you may be sleeping as much as five feet off the floor and thatrsquos a long way down Because of these safety concerns our enthusiasm for lofts is limited Many factors are involved in designing a safe loft and there are significant risks involved in using an improperly designed or constructed loft Conseshyquently we strongly discourage the construction and use of ldquohomemaderdquo lofts But we provide two options as alternatives to building your own loft
First much of the bed furniture that we provide is modular and already designed to be bunkable andor loftable This furniture has been properly enshygineered and built with strength and safety in mind Your RA can show you how it works and provide you with any special connectors needed for lofting or bunking This is definitely the preferred way to go from the standpoint of safety and convenience
Second if you want to rent or purchase a loft we suggest you use one of the services provided by either the University Bookstore or Student Govshyernment To rent lofts from Collegiate Concepts (sponsored by Student Government) visit www loftconceptscom or call 1-888-929-0806 Collegiate Concepts offers a pre-delivery service so the loft can be delivered to your room (unassembled) before you arrive The University Bookstore has literature available on a company called Timbernest or go onshyline to wwwtimbernestcom for more information on their lofts Clemsonrsquos college code for Timbernest is CF74 Details on pricing delivery and pickup are available from each company
However if you still intend to build your own loft we insist that you use specific construction guidelines which are available on our Web site at wwwhousingclemsonedu Printed copies are also available from the University Housing office These are strict construction guidelines mdash and for your safety and the safety of others mdash they are not negoshytiable
Lofts may be used in most traditional resishydence halls Outside lofts (purchased rented or constructed) are NOT allowed in any of the apartshyment areas the Greek Community on the Quad the Clemson House or any of the suite-style buildshyings However all of these areas are furnished with modular furniture that is bunkable andor loftable
Leave ldquoFluffyrdquo at Home
Unless ldquoFluffyrdquo is the name of your fish you canrsquot bring him to live in your room The only pets you may have in the residence halls or apartments are fish (tank size limited to 10 gallons or less) That means no dogs no cats no lizards no snakes no frogs no monkeys no birds Campus life just doesnrsquot suit having a pet Many of your fellow students are allergic to anishymals and most animals carry parasites such as fleas ticks and mites
One of the saddest things on campus is the growing number of stray cats and the wild kittens they produce Some strays are here because softshyhearted students saw the cute little kittens and took them back to their room only to be cited for a rule violation and charged $50 There are also students who abandon their pets at the end of the school year It is sad to see these strays but keep in mind that when you feed them they will start to depend on you for their meals So if you truly love animals donrsquot become a part of the problem
When you see an abandoned animal conshytact a Housing representative Wersquoll try to find it a good home or it will be taken to a local shelter for adoption
Wild Things
Parts of the University are in wooded areas where many woodland creatures make their home Yoursquoll see an occasional squirrel scampershying around and sometimes even catch a glimpse of a skunk or opossum However if an animal beshycomes confrontational stay calm leave quickly and report it to the nearest Housing official
Bugging Out
If yoursquore from a colder climate get ready for a shock If yoursquore from the South yoursquove seen them before bugs We love South Carolinarsquos mild winters but so do the bugs These pests can be aggravating but if we work together we
Fish Tales
can control the problem The University has a contract with a privately owned pest control company Buildings are inspected monthly and treated as needed
You can also help fight these little invaders Be aware of how pests enter your room Someshytimes they come in with items that have been stored outside or in a book bag that was left in the grass with food inside Or they might venture in through opened doors or windows Once inshyside theyrsquoll find food and water and yoursquoll have bugs for roommates These are some additional things you can do
bull Report sightings of pests to the Housing Mainshytenance Office at (864) 656-5450
bull Keep all opened food items sealed in plastic containers
Wh
atrsquos
In a
nd
Ou
t
27
Saf
ety
Ru
les
at C
U
Play It
Safe
29
bull Keep all makeup and toiletry containers closed bull Keep your room clean bull Empty your trash can daily bull Work to reduce pest entryways bull Turn in maintenance problems promptly bull Wipe up spills as they occur bull Clean the refrigerator regularly (and in apartshy
ments donrsquot forget the stoves sinks and counter-tops too)
Be a Tiger Conservationist
When you live in University housing we ask you to practice good environmental and consershyvation habits Make efficient use of all resources Conserving water and electricity are two of the most important things you can do to make a positive imshypact such as not letting the water run in the sink while you brush your teeth or shave
Always put trash in its proper place Littering (inside or outside the buildings) is not permitted under any circumstances In short take responsibilshyity for your own actions If you make a mess please clean it up
We also ask you to reduce recycle and reuse materials whenever possible The University has an award-winning recycling program in which all facshyulty staff and students make a difference University Housing also promotes the Lighten Your Load proshygram at the end of the spring semester This program allows students to donate unwanted items to local charities which decreases the number of things they have to take home or store Itrsquos also a worthwhile opportunity to help others
As you spend your time in University buildshyings and around campus look for ways to support sustainable living and get involved in helping to conserve our precious natural resources
On Campus
Clemson is a small friendly community with little violent crime and fewer of the crime and safety problems that plague larger cities However neither the University nor the community is crime free The problems of drug and alcohol abuse acquaintance rape and other crimes affect every campus community
Thatrsquos why Clemson University has a professhysional police force of more than 30 full-time police officers who are graduates of the SC Criminal Justice Academy Theyrsquore more than just ldquocampus security officersrdquo As commissioned officers they have reporting responsibilities to the University the State Law Enforcement Division (SLED) and the court
Even before passage of the ldquoStudent Right to Know and Campus Security Act of 1990rdquo Clemson voluntarily reported its crime statistics to the FBI and has done so since 1980
Clemson also has a staff of student life proshyfessionals who are continually trained in crime prevention building security personal safety counseling victim assistance student discipline and other areas They ensure that the policies procedures and educational programs are in place to educate students about personal safety and to respond quickly and effectively to problems in campus housing and elsewhere
The campus and its physical facilities are maintained with safety in mind In recent years the University has invested heavily in improved lighting emergency telephones and security-conshyscious landscape design and maintenance In other words Clemson University is committed to proshyviding a safe and secure environment for students faculty and staff
The prompt reporting of crimes is encouraged If you have a problem at Clemson we want to know about it And we work hard to make sure ldquothe systemrdquo will be responsive to your needs
30
Additional information on security policies is contained in the Student Handbook and in the Campus Safety Report which also contains statistics on crime at the University and in the city of Clemson
A Word About Alcohol
One of the greatest potential problems facing all freshmen is the temptation to ldquoparty hardrdquo We want our students to have fun and enjoy themselves but we take a strong stance against not only the use of ilshylegal drugs but also against underage drinking and the abuse of alcohol by those of any age
The legal drinking age in South Carolina is 21 Consequently the possession or consumption of alcoshyhol in any form by anyone under age 21 is against the law and is therefore prohibited on the Clemson University campus Violations of this law and related University policies are considered very serious offensshyes and the penalties can be significant
We say this to you our new students because we want you to be successful in every way here at Clemson Experience has shown us that many students ignore or trivialize the issue of underage drinking Please donrsquot make that mistake This is a serious issue with serious consequences
Sure you can have fun But use your head Have fun legally and use good judgment That way everyshyone wins
Hall Security and Card Access
University Housing has a perimeter card access system installed in all campus residence halls Perimshyeter card access is a system that allows you to use your student ID card to enter certain exterior doors of the residence halls The system is designed to deny enshytrance into the residence halls by people who do not have permission to enter In order for this system to work we need your help Please donrsquot allow anyone to follow you in a door donrsquot allow anyone to use your ID card and never prop open a door for any reason
Your Personal Safety
We make every effort to maintain a safe campus for all students However there are some things you can do for your own safety
bull Walk in groups of two or more after dark bull Never hesitate to use the CUPDrsquos (Clemson
University Police Departmentrsquos) free Escort Sershyvice Call (864) 656-2222
bull Ride the free Clemson Area Transit (CAT) bus sershyvice
bull Walk in well-lighted well-traveled areas bull Make sure someone knows where you are and when
you expect to return bull Dress for freedom of movement mdash donrsquot wear conshy
fining or uncomfortable clothing bull After dark have your keys ready before you get to
your room apartment or car park in a well-lighted area
bull Always look into the back seat of your car and unshyder your car before getting in Also lock your doors while driving
bull Always lock your roomapartment door at night or while sleeping
bull If you receive annoying or obscene phone calls hang up and report the call to the CUPD
bull Always find out who is on the other side of the door before you open it
bull Take note of where the outdoor campus phones are located
Emergency Telephone Numbers
UniversityPoliceDepartment 911
FireDepartment 911
RedfernHealthCenter 656-2233
Ambulance 911
RapeCrisisHotline 868-7599
CAPS 656-2451
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What You Need to Know About Physical and Sexual Assault
These strategies also have been found to help you avoid or prevent assaults
bull Be on the alert be aware of danger early bull Yell flee kick bull Display outrage rather than fear bull If your life is in danger use passive resistance (vomshy
it urinate tell the attacker you are diseased)
If you are a victim or know a victim of an assault follow these guidelines
bull Call police (911) Get medical attention immedishyately At a health-care facility you will be seen by a physician and you can talk with an assault specialshyist (Your identity will be protected at all times)
bull Report the crime to the CUPD Even if you choose not to press charges you may save another victim from the same fate If you think yoursquore going to press charges do not bathe or destroy any evidence such as clothing
bull Try to get an accurate description of the assailantrsquos appearance what was said or any other information that will assist police
ldquoDate rape drugsrdquo are present on most college campuses and they have been found in Clemson Do not take a drink from an open container or from a
drink not prepared in your presence Never leave a drink unattended Know who you are with Report all suspicious acts or persons to CUPD at (864) 656-2222 (or 911) More information about your safety will be available when you arrive on campus For additional information about staying safe keeping your things safe and getting a list of safety tips visit stuaffclemson educupd
Keeping Your Things Safe
bull Before coming to campus have identification numshybers engraved on your valuable belongings such as laptops bikes stereos etc and register them with the CUPD
bull Examine your parentsrsquo homeowners policy and be sure your personal property is insured
bull Always close and lock your doors and windows whenever you go to bed and whenever you leave your room or apartment even if yoursquore just going away for a few minutes Never loan out your key and report a lost key immediately to your RA If you canrsquot find your key see your RA about a recore (See Key Policy on page 35)
bull Donrsquot keep a lot of cash in your room bull Follow all visitation and escort policies bull Register your property with the Police Department
at stuaffclemsoneducupd
32
Fire Safety
Fire safety in a residence hall or apartment is everyonersquos responsibility Itrsquos important that you not only follow fire safety procedures but report all violashytions or fire hazards to your RA immediately bull Smoke only in designated areas NEVER IN BED bull Turn off electric blankets irons lamps and curling
irons right after use bull Never cover lamps with any material for any reason bull Candles and other open flame devices are not
allowed in residence halls or apartments (not even for decoration)
bull Halogen lamps are not permitted in residence halls or apartments
bull Check the smoke detector in your area weekly Go to your hall or apartment front desk for replacement batteries If you have a fire extinguisher in your area check it too
bull Keep hallways and exit paths clear at all times bull Do not overload circuits by plugging too many applishy
ances into one outlet If two or more appliances with a combined wattage of more than 1500 watts are used you must have an Underwriter Laboratory-apshyproved power strip with a built-in circuit breaker (15 amp or less)
bull Extension cords shall not be used as a substitute for permanent wiring
bull Extension cords must not be used in succession or in conjunction with power strips
bull If you see a fire immediately move to a safe area and call 911 to report the fire
bull If your clothing catches on fire drop to the floor and roll back and forth until the flame is out
bull ALWAYS take fire alarms seriously and leave the building by assigned routes
bull Gas grills may not be used or stored in any residential area (including apartments)
bull All curtains decorations or displays used in windows must be made of flame-resistive materials
bull Do not tamper with or remove any fire detection deshyvice and do not hang anything from a sprinkler head
Thatrsquos theRule Since yoursquore new here you probably have a lot
of questions about living on campus This section will give you a better idea of your rights on campus as well as Clemson Universityrsquos regulations put in place for your safety and well-being Our policies are creshyated to make an atmosphere that helps all students enjoy and benefit from their university experience
Alcohol Policy The Universityrsquos policies on the possession and
consumption of alcohol are the same as the municipal ordinances and state and federal laws For students of legal drinking age the University does not restrict the possesshysion or consumption of alcohol in your private residence (your room or apartment) except in certain residence halls designated as alcohol-free However in public areas outside of your residence you may not have an open container of an alcoholic beverage of any kind Public areas include residence hall lobbies utilitystudy rooms hallways and areas immediately outside residence halls and apartments Possession consumption or display of alcohol or alcohol containers is not permitted in any area designated as alshycohol-free A number of residence halls are designated as totally alcohol-free These include Johnstone Main and
Annex Benet Young Geer Sanders Byrnes Lever Manning Smith Barnett Mauldin and Holmes For deshytailed information concerning the consumption of alcohol in University housing contact your RD or area housing office Also refer to your Student Handbook
Asbestos Some areas of University housing have asbestos-conshy
taining materials present A licensed asbestos abatement team manages these materials Students especially those erecting and using lofts should use caution and not disturb any sprayed-on ceiling materials Any questions concernshying the asbestos materials locations and hazards should be referred to the Housing Facilities Office or the Asbestos Abatement Program director at (864) 656-4930 for further clarification
Banners and Signs Hanging banners on residence halls is a good way
to campaign for office announce an event or show your school spirit But before displaying your sign check with your RA or RD to find out where signs may be displayed If you put up a banner yoursquore responsible for taking it down no later than 24 hours after itrsquos ldquoold newsrdquo Be sure all the tape remains are removed too
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pu
s S
avvy
33
bull Keep all outside doors locked Propping outside doors for easy re-entry makes the entire building less secure and is considered a very serious violashytion of policy
bull Keep your room door locked bull Report all suspicious activities and individuals to
the desk staff night security officers and the poshylice
bull Always lock your car and never leave valuables in your car
bull Register your bicycle with the campus police and always lock it securely through the wheels and frame
bull Park your car in the designated lots if you leave it on campus during breaks
Visit stuaffclemsoneducupd for additional inforshymation
34
Candles Incense Fireworks Firearms Inflammables and Explosives
Due to concerns for fire safety and personal safety having or using any items that might be classified under these headshyings is strictly forbidden in University housing Violations of this policy could result in suspension from the University eviction from University housing andor separation from the University
Clearance Cards This term refers to the large card also called a ldquoRoom
Property Certificaterdquo that each resident is required to review and sign during the first 24 hours after moving into University housing The card has a space for you to report any missing or damaged property in your room or apartment Itrsquos very important that you check the card carefully and return it to your RA If you donrsquot at the end of the year you could be held responsible for anything wrong with your room or apartment regardless of its condition when you moved in
Cooking Housing has restrictions against cooking in residence hall
rooms (not apartments) for a couple of reasons 1) Fire safety 2) Sanitation Anything you can prepare in a thermostatically conshy
trolled percolator or a hot-air popcorn popper is legal You may also use the combination microwaverefrigerator-freezer (Microfridge) available for rent from Student Government Any other type of cooking equipment must be stored and used in your residence hall kitchen not in your room Violations of this policy will result in a $50 charge Gas grills may not be used or stored in any residence hall or apartment area
Damages Communal Property Your contract explains that when hallways bathrooms
elevators and other public areas in a residence facility receive undue abuse we expect the assistance of the residents of that area in finding the person(s) responsible When the person(s) cannot be identified all residents will be required to pay a proshyrated share of repairing such damages
Damages Rooms or Apartments As your University Housing Contract explains yoursquore
responsible for any damages that happen in your room or apartment while you live here If damages are accidental you must still pay repair costs When damages are the result of vandalism the person(s) responsible must not only pay for reshypairs but may also face disciplinary proceedings
Drugs All University officials including Housing officials will
assist and cooperate with law enforcement personnel as they
perform their duties in controlling the possession and use of illegal substances on campus Students convicted of violations of state or federal laws are subject to further disciplinary action by the University
Fire Safety On-campus residents can help keep their homes and their
neighbors safe from fire by following all Housing regulations concerning candles fireworks explosives halogen lamps the use of electrical equipment and general safety standards Any student who willfully compromises the safety of fellow residents by tampering with fire safety equipment or sounding false alarms will be subject to criminal prosecution eviction from University housing andor separation from the Univershysity Students who fail to evacuate when an alarm sounds are also subject to disciplinary action
Furniture Removal Every piece of furniture in your room or apartment at the
time you move in must stay in the roomapartment for the entire time you live there You may not remove store or trade furnishings There is an automatic $50 charge for violating this policy
Guns See ldquoCandles Incense Fireworks etcrdquo
Harassment It is the policy of Clemson University to conduct and
provide programs activities and services to students faculty and staff in an atmosphere free from racial or sexual harassshyment Harassment is any behavior that would verbally or physically threaten torment badger heckle or persecute an individual because of hisher race or gender Harassment of University faculty staff students or visitors is prohibited and shall subject the offender to appropriate disciplinary action Students who feel that they have been subjected to racial or sexual harassment should seek advice from the Office of Human Resources
Housing Contract You are required to sign a University Housing Contract
each year when you reserve a room or apartment and itrsquos important that you read your copy carefully Be sure you unshyderstand that the contract is binding for an entire academic year You canrsquot move off campus after first semester unless you meet very specific conditions outlined in the contract If yoursquore thinking about moving off campus talk with someone in University Housing before you make your plans
Incident Reports Residentapartment assistants and resident directors are
charged with the responsibility of confronting and working with students who break University or Housing policies Such violations are documented through incident reports which are completed and submitted by RAs and RDs Once a student violates a policy and an incident report is completed a Housing administrator deshycides how the infraction is to be handled Violations of policy may be dealt with administratively or through the Office of Student Conduct
Key Policy When you first report to your room or apartment yoursquoll be
issued one key free of charge If you lose your key and need a temshyporary replacement you may check one out from the desk for your area If you donrsquot find your lost key within 24 hours your lock must be changed and new keys cut The resulting cost is $50 When you check out of University housing your key must be returned or rekeying will be necessary and you will be charged for the service
Ledges Roofs Attics and Equipment Rooms The University Housing Contract expressly describes
these areas as ldquooff-limitsrdquo In the interest of your personal safety we expect your cooperation in this matter
Lofts Lofts may be used in most traditional residence hall
rooms See page 26 for more details on lofts Lofting is NOT permitted in Holmes McCabe or the Stadium Resishydence halls the Clemson House the Greek Community on the Quad or any of the apartment areas
Lounges Many residence hall lounges are open for use by all
residents on an unlimited basis Others however may be reserved for private gatherings of residents or student orshyganizations through the appropriate area office
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7
8 9
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CP-3
P-4
E-3
E-10
E-5
E-14
E-7
E-4
E-6
E-8E-9
E-11
E-12
E-16
E-32E-15
R-2 R-3C-12C-5C-4
C-9C-7
C-6
C-10C-3C-13
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Quiet Hours Quiet hours are in effect 24 hours a day Strict quiet hours
are in effect from 700 pm until 800 am meaning there should be no disturbing noise in the residence halls and apartshyments At least one week before final exams and through the examination period strict quiet hours are to be observed 24 hours a day
Roofs See ldquoLedges Roofs Attics etcrdquo
Room and Apartment Changes
Employee (Green Permit) Restricted as Posted Commuting Student (Orange Permit) and Employee Resident Student (Blue Permit)No room or apartment changes may be made unless a
formal request has been submitted to the Housing office and approval has been received Performing an illegal room change
Parking Designations
Apartment (Purple Permit) Clemson House Resident Student (Purple Permit)
carries an automatic charge of $50 Questions about changes may be directed at any time to the assistant director of housshying administrative services-assignments at 200 Mell Hall Call (864) 656-2295 to make an appointment
Sales and Solicitation To protect your right to privacy in your residence hall
room or apartment the University has strict guidelines on fund-raisers promotions or sales on campus All solicitation must be approved by the Office of Programs and Activities so be sure to contact this office at (864) 656-4636 or 656-4357 if you have a sale or fund-raiser in mind Also if your right to privacy in your hall or apartment is ever violated by a door-toshydoor canvasser please report it immediately to the RA or RD for your area
Showers Members of the opposite sex are not allowed to use the
shower facilities of the residence halls that are served by comshymunal bathrooms
Smoke-free Halls All residence halls are designated as totally smoke-free
areas Apartment areas are self-regulated in regard to smoking
Visitation Members of the opposite sex are allowed in rooms and
apartments every day based upon the visitation for that area All residence halls with communal baths have a Standard Visshyitation plan 1000-200 am every day Areas with private or suite baths have a Self-Regulated plan that allows occupants to set visitation hours by mutual agreement at the beginning of each year or whenever occupancy changes
Window TreatmentsDisplays All curtains decorations or displays used in windows must
be made of flame-resistive materials
Emergency Call Station
C-11
C-2 E-2
R-1
19 E-20
R-4 E-1
21
15
A 20 E-13 22
14A 16
C-1 12 P-2
17 13
P-1 18
BB
36
Employee (Green Permit)Restricted as PostedCommuting Student (Orange Permit) and EmployeeResident Student (Blue Permit)Apartment (Purple Permit)Clemson House Resident Student (Purple Permit)Emergency Call Station
Parking Designations
P-1
P-2
E-2
E-1
E-10
E-13
E-20
R-1
R-4
C-1
C-2
A
B
Campus Map
E-8 E-9 P-4
C-11 C-4 C-5 E-7C C-12 R-2 R-3
P-3
E-3 C-13 C-3 C-10
C-7 C-9
E-4
E-16 C-6 DE-14
E-15 E-32
E-5
E-12
E-6
E-11
1 Johnstone A and A Annex
The Suites 2 McCabe 3 Holmes 4 Stadium Residence Hall
The Shoeboxes 5 Geer 6 Sanders 7 Benet 8 Young 9 Cope
10 Clemson House
Bryan Mall 11 Mauldin 12 Barnett 13 Smith 14 Manning 15 Lever 16 Byrnes
The Apartments 17 Calhoun Courts 18 Thornhill Village 19 Lightsey Bridge I 20 Lightsey Bridge II
Clemsonrsquos Greek Community on the Quad 21 Bowen 22 Bradley 23 Donaldson 24 Wannamaker 25 Norris 26 Simpson North 27 Simpson South
28 Hendrix Student Center
Dining Halls 29 Schilletter 30 Harcombe 31 Clemson House
Coming to
Campus Get
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37
Campus Entry A
From Anderson on Highway 76 Pass the SC National Guard (on right) at stopshylight turn left onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) From EasleyGreenville on Highway 123 Turn left onto Highway 76 at the Ramada Inn Go under Highway 93 (do not exit) at stoplight turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road the next road to the right) From Central on Highway 93 Exit onto Highway 76 toward Anderson Stay right at stoplight turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road)
Campus Entry B
From Anderson on Highway 76 Exit onto Highway 93 Clemson University Exit From EasleyGreenville on Highway 123 Exit onto Highway 93 at Clemson University Exit From Seneca on Highway 123 Follow Highway 123 Turn right on Highway 76 Turn right onto Highway 93 at Clemson University Exit From Central on Highway 93 Go straight onto camshypus
Campus Entry C
From Seneca on Highway 123 Bear right onto Highway 93 to Clemson University Go across bridge turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road)
Campus Entry D
From Seneca on Highway 123 Bear right onto Highway 93 to Clemson University Go across bridge pass Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) turn right at next stoplight onto Williamson Road
42
Bryan Mall Byrnes Manning Lever Smith Barnett and Mauldin Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station turn right at Cherry Road Turn left into Bryan Mall at stop sign If parking is full you may park in the green spaces along Cherry Road
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass football stadium and Strom Thurmond Institute turn left onto Cherry Road Enter Bryan Mall by turning left at stop sign If parking is full you may park in the green spaces along Cherry Road Pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
The Stadium Residence Hall and the Shoeboxes Cope Benet Young Geer and Sanders Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station go through traffic signal at Cherry Road pass Strom Thurmond Institute and turn right onto Williamson Road Follow Williamson Road to stop sign Continue straight after stop sign turn right on South Palmetto Boulevard and imshymediately turn left into Sirrine parking lot or go straight on Williamson Road until Fort Hill Street turn right and park behind Geer or Sanders halls
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Go past the football stadium (on your left) and turn left onto Williamson Road You can then either turn right onto South Palmetto Boulevard and immediately left into the Sirrine parking lot or you can take a chance on finding a slot in the loading docks behind the halls by continushying on Williamson Road and turning right onto Fort Hill Street Pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
Johnstone Hall Sections A and A Annex
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to the second stoplight veer left toward Tillman Hall You will approach Tillman Hall You can either park on the street near Tillman or behind Tillman You may pick up your key in the University Union loggia
Holmes and McCabe Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to the second stoplight veer left toward Tillman Hall turn left at Calhoun Drive and turn right at Fort Hill Street
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry D Turn right onto Williamson Road and left onto Fort Hill Street Park in any available space and pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
Lightsey Bridge
From Anderson EasleyGreenville and Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station turn right onto Lightsey Bridge Road
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass football stadium Strom Thurmond Institute Cherry Road and Resident Parking Lot turn left onto Lightsey Bridge Road Report to desk at Lightsey Bridge Commons Building to check in and pick up your key
Thornhill Village
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Turn at the first left onto Newman Road Park near assigned apartment report to Thornhill Village Commons Building to check in and pick up key Residents may leave cars parked in adjashycent resident spaces after unloading
Calhoun Courts
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Turn at first left onto Newman Road Go through Thornhill Village turn right onto Morrison Street Park and walk to Calhoun Courts Commons Building to check in and get your key You may then move your car to the street near your apartshyment to unload
Clemson House
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to first stoplight turn right onto North Palmetto Boushylevard You can follow that road to the front of Clemson House or turn right immediately on Lee Street and turn left on Daniel Drive Pick up your key at the front desk You may park in any marked space to unload
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Call UsBarnett Hall Lightsey Bridge I Apartments Desk 656-2130 Desk 656-1150 RD Office 858-4230 RD Office
Benet Hall Lightsey Bridge II Apartments Desk 656-2349 Desk 656-1150 RD Office 858-8614 RD Office
Byrnes Hall Manning Hall Desk 656-2140 Desk 656-2311 RD Office 656-0420 RD Office
Calhoun Courts Apartments Mauldin Hall Desk 656-2341 Desk 656-2130 RD Office 656-0421 RD Office
Clemson House McCabe Hall Desk 656-2075 Desk 656-1767 RD Office 656-1841 RD Office
Cope Hall Sanders Hall Desk 656-4800 Desk 656-2403 RD Office 858-8434 RD Office
Greek Community on the Quad Smith Hall Desk 656-0528 Desk 656-2130
RD Office 656-7578 RD Office
Geer Hall Stadium Residence Hall
Desk 656-2404 Desk 656-4800
RD Office 858-8614 RD Office
Holmes Hall Thornhill Village Apartments
Desk 656-1767 Desk 656-1257
RD Office 656-4386 RD Office
Johnstone A Young Hall
Desk 656-2366 Desk 656-2410
RD Office 858-8822 RD Office
Lever Hall Desk 656-7325 RD Office 656-0419
656-0422
656-0422
656-0670
656-5441
858-8448
858-8861
858-4230
656-4817
656-1258
858-8861
Additional University Phone Numbers Admissions 656-2287 Bookstore 656-2050 Bursarrsquos Office 656-2321 Career Center 656-6000 Computer Center Help Desk 656-3494 Counseling and Psychological
Services 656-2451 Fike Recreation Center 656-2315 Financial Aid 656-2280 Graduate Admissions 656-3195 Honors College 656-4762 ID Services 656-0763 International Programs
and Services 656-3614 Library 656-3027 Maintenance and Custodial 656-5450 Parking Services 656-2270 Pest Control 656-5450 Post Office 656-2351 Registrar 656-2171 ResCom Support 656-5441 Student Disability Services 656-6848 Student Government 656-2195 Telecommunications 656-2600 Visitors Center 656-4789
Main Housing Office (864) 656-2295 FAX (864) 656-7615
Additional information is available at our Web site wwwhousingclemsonedu
Equal Opportunity in Programs and Activities Federal laws prohibit discrimination under programs and activshy
ities receiving federal financial assistance The statutes listed below are applicable to Clemson University and provide in part
Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 ldquoNo person in the United States shall on the ground of race
color or national origin be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 ldquoNo person in the United States shall on the basis of sex be
excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subshyjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ldquoNo otherwise qualified disabled individual in the United
States shall solely by reason of their disability be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Clemson University Statement Regarding Nondiscrimination
Clemson University does not discriminate against any indishyvidual or group of individuals on the basis of age color disability gender national origin race religion sexual orientation or vetershy
anrsquos status
Clemson University conducts its programs and activities involving admission and treatment of students employment teachshying research and public service in a nondiscriminatory manner as prescribed by federal law and regulation
Inquiries concerning the above may be addressed to President Clemson University Clemson South Carolina 29634 or Director Office for Civil Rights Department of Education Washington DC 20201
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HomeDonrsquot Leave Without It
Herersquos a checklist of things to consider bringing for your room or apartmenthellip
Alarm clock Bathrobe Blankets Book bagbackpack Can opener Cleaning supplies Coffee pothot pot Desk lamp (not halogen) Electrical surge protector Fan First-aid supplies Flashlight Hairdryer Hot-air popcorn popper Iron Ironing board Lap desk Laundry supplies (detergent laundry basket hangers)
University Housing 200 Mell Hall Box 344075 Clemson SC 29634-4075 (864) 656-2295 FAX (864) 656-7615
wwwhousingclemsonedu
Laptop Mattress cover (extra-long for a twin bed) Pillows Plastic storage containers Radio Raincoat Room decorations (no candles or incense) School supplies Sheets (extra-long for twin bed) Shower caddy Telephone Television with cable cord Toiletries Towels Trash can Umbrella Vacuum cleaner
Required
4
MoveThe Big
All new students (those who have never attended Clemson University) may move in beginning at 800 am on Saturday August 19 2006 All returning students may move in beginning at 800 am on Sunday August 20 2006 Arrivals prior to these dates and times are NOT possible because residential areas are still being prepared and staff are not yet in place
We want to make things as easy as possible for you and your parents so wersquove set up this suggested schedule for Saturday and Sunday to help minimize long lines and traffic jams We strongly recommend that you try to arrive according to this schedule
If your last name begins with Try to move in A-I 800-900 am or
1230-130 pm J-R 930-1030 am or
200-300 pm S-Z 1100 am-noon or
330-430 pm
We know that everyone may not be able to follow this plan because of travel or other complications but using this schedule will help You can check in each day until 1000 pm If you want to avoid the biggest crowds you might conshysider moving in on Monday or Tuesday
For the spring semester residence halls and apartments will open on Sunday January 7 2007 at 800 am
Get Ahead of the Pack
If you live fairly close to campus (within a two- to three-hour drive) itrsquos best to pack only the things you really need including clothes to last 14 days After a couple of weeks you can go home and get the rest of your belongshyings By then yoursquoll have a better idea of what you need and what will fit into your room
What a Load
When you move in wersquoll have cershytain areas that you can use to unload your things but you canrsquot leave your car or truck unattended in these spots After unloading please move your vehicle to a nearby parking lot If it rains wersquoll change the plans to allow residents to put their things in the nearest dry area (such as a porch or lobby) If you have a hand truck bring it with you
Itrsquos a good idea to pick up your key as soon as you get on campus Just go to the front desk of your assigned residence hall or apartment to get it Be sure to have a picture ID with you
Ship Shape
If you want to ship trunks or large boxes send them to University Station Clemson University Clemson SC 29632 Your name and box number must appear on all items Pickup hours are from 830 am to 500 pm weekdays The Clemson University Post Office is on the lower level of the University Union For your convenience the University Post Office will be open 1000 am-500 pm both days of move-in weekend August 19-20 2006
Keep It Legal
Be sure to carefully review your copy of the University Housing Conshytract for all applicable rules regulations and policies concerning your new home and community Many of these are also discussed in this guide on pages 26-36 Remember the contract you signed is for the entire academic year (both fall and spring semesters)
President and Mrs Barker volunteer at move-in
Get
tin
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ed
5
6
Before
The Personal Touch
Just picture it mdash a place that shows off your personal taste and interests Itrsquos a little bit of ldquoyourdquo Thatrsquos what your room will be once you and your roommate dress it up Remember it wonrsquot look that way when you first walk in
A lot of our students get in touch with their roommate before they come to camshypus so they can start the decorating process together mdash color schemes posters mdash whatshyever it takes Talking together ahead of time also helps you decide what to bring so you donrsquot end up with two stereos and no TV
Bring ItPack up your computer television VCR stereo CD player and radio
You can bring all of those things with you Keep a level head though You want to be comfortable but you probably wonrsquot have space for everything you own because yoursquoll be living in a room not an entire house Closets and dresser space are limited so bring only the clothes you need for a
After
season Remember that you have to find a place for whatever you bring to the room Soft luggage can be folded and easily stored and many students find that footlockers are easy to use for transporting and storing things in the room
Most residence halls have refrigerators and microwave ovens available for your use either in the hall kitchen or lounges You might also want to consider renting a Microfridge (combination microwave reshyfrigerator-freezer) If so see the ldquoCool Itrdquo section on page 7 Some other things you may want to bring include the following
bull Telephone bull Iron and portable ironing board bull Desk lamp (not halogen) bull Alarm clock bull Clothes hangers bull Mattress cover (extra-long) bull Bed linens (extra-long) bull Surge protector (see your contract for deshy
tails on this power strip) bull Towels
bull Small vacuum cleaner bull Trash can
DIRECTV
Basic DIRECTV service is available in all housing areas and itrsquos already included in your semester housing fee If yoursquore a reshyally big movie fan you can buy additional premium packages directly from the DIRECTV company at 1-800-610-0797
Bring Your Laptop
Internet access can put you in touch with the four corners of the earth and Clemson University can take you there from the comfort of your own room All of our residence halls and apartments are fully wired through a campus-wide network called ResCom (Residential Computing) Each student has a dedicated high-speed data port which is separate from the phone line
As an added bonus to living on camshypus all residence halls have wireless access in all the common areas This means you can use your laptop while doing laundry or just sitting around waiting on your friends The freshman halls have wireless cyber lounges that give you a place to sit and work in comfort or you can meet with other students to work on group projects These cyber lounges also have Ethernet hook-ups
Best of all there is no extra charge for this service However there are minimum system requirements (for your computer) if you want to get wired up Check this inforshymation online at rescomclemsonedu
All incoming freshmen are required to have a laptop For more information on this requirement or for information on purchasshying a laptop please visit laptopclemsonedu
Roll Out the Carpet
If you want the feel of carpet between your toes and you plan to live in Johnstone Benet Young Cope Geer or Sanders you may want to consider bringing room-size carpet from home because these areas are not carpeted You can also buy a remnant at numerous local stores Be sure to check out the room measurements and floor plans online at wwwhousingclemsonedu
Cool It
You can keep a refrigerator in your room if itrsquos no larger than 36 cubic feet A combination microfridge multipliance is also available for rent This unit includes a microwave (the only microwave allowed in residence halls) a refrigerator and a zero-degree freezer New and used units are available Student Government and Colshylegiate Concepts provide this service and they can have it delivered to your room Just go online to wwwcollegefridgecom or call 1-888-929-0806 for more informashytion or to place an order All University apartments have full-size refrigerators and microwaves are also available in Lightsey Bridge I and II
8
Did You Call
Bring your own telephone Two teleshyphone jacks are provided in each residence hall room and apartments have three Each apartment or residence hall room has one phone number that you will share with your roommate(s) Free voice mail is provided and charges for local phone services are included in the housing rental fee We also have an optional discounted long-distance service If you didnrsquot receive information about the long-distance service call the Office of Telecommunications at (864) 656-2550 for details On campus email TelecomServices-Lclemsonedu to report telephone line maintenance The Univershysity will service your telephone line but not your telephone
Leave It at Home
We want to keep the residence halls as safe as possible so there are some things we just canrsquot allow in your room
bull Candles (not even as decoration) bull Halogen lamps
bull Microwave ovenscooking appliances (except Microfridges thermostatically controlled percolators and hot-air popshycorn poppers)
bull Electrical fixtures such as ceiling fans or track lighting
bull Parachute canopies on the ceiling bull Pets (except fish in a 10-gallon tank or
smaller)
We also have a few rules to help protect the room and walls from interior decorators who get carried away mdash
bull Posters should be hung with white ldquoplasshytic tackrdquo No tape nails or tacks can be used on the walls
bull All lofts and any other personal furniture must be ldquofree-standingrdquo and must not be attached in any way to the walls ceiling or other room fixtures
Many areas have bed frames that can be bunked or lofted but check with your RA first to see if your beds are bunkable and how they work Keep in mind that evshyery few weeks your room will be inspected The date and time of these inspections will be posted 24 hours in advance
The Clemson
Family
Cle
mso
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ares
9
1110
You Can Count on Us
One of the unique things about Clemson is that even though itrsquos a large university it feels more like a family Becoming a Clemson Tiger is an experience that will stay with you for a lifeshytime There are a lot of activities going on at Clemson and plenty of different people to enjoy them with you
Think of the residence hall as your ldquoneighborhoodrdquo and the University as your ldquotownrdquo In addition to groups and organizations for a number of different social concerns political causes religions hobbies sports and special interests the University offers educational activities such as stress management reacutesumeacute-writing workshops Black History Month Alcohol Awareness Month and AIDS Awareness Day Take your pick or help plan your own
Clemson is well-known for its mission of service to the people of South Carolina and stushydents are right out front with participation in blood drives events for local charities recycling clothing and food drives and many other projects You can learn something and have fun in hundreds of activities mdash and itrsquos a great way to meet people with the same interests
Wersquoll make sure you have all the help you need to settle into your new Clemson life The University Housing office employs close to 600 people to assist you in day-to-day living Best of all you can get help with a lot of your questions or problems from someone right on your floor Your RA can either answer your questions or refer you to someone who can
RAs
Resident assistants (RAs) are undergradushyate students who serve as a link between you and the Housing Office University Housing employs one (or more) RAs for each floor or area Their No 1 priority is to help you make your Clemson experience the best it can be RAs give advice keep you informed and help you learn whatrsquos what at Clemson And someshytimes your RA is just someone to listen when you need to talk
RDs
Resident directors (RDs) are gradushyate students who live in each housing area and supervise the RAs and desk assistants
in that area They are responsible for the overall management of the residence halls or apartment communities and are the local repshyresentatives for University Housing
ACs
Area coordinators (ACs) are full-time professional Housing employees who live in the various residential communities and supervise the RDs and the activities of the (satellite) area housing offices
CU Police
The Clemson University Police Departshyment is here to protect you In addition security officers are assigned to each residence hall and apartment area Itrsquos a comfort to know that these officers periodically patrol the premises throughout the night
Control Desks
A ldquocontrolrdquo desk is the main operations center for a given housing area Student desk assistants (DAs) staff these control desks for the residence halls and apartment areas They greet guests issue keys take maintenance reshyquests and answer the main phone
Maintenance Services
University Housing employs a full-time staff for maintenance in all residential areas You can easily recognize the maintenance staff members by their uniform If you need to request maintenance services fill out a Mainshytenance Request Form at the front desk call
(864) 656-5450 or go online to wwwhousing clemsonedu Occasionally contractors will perform specialized maintenance services For emergency maintenance service contact your RA or RD
Custodial Services
Although yoursquore responsible for keeping your room clean University Housing emshyploys a custodial staff to clean all common areas such as lounges hallways and commushynal bathrooms Yoursquoll see the same face on a regular basis because one custodian is assigned to your area Take the time to meet your hall area custodian He or she is an important part of your community
If custodial services are needed in your building call (864) 656-5450 For emergency custodial services contact your RA or RD We appreciate your assistance in keeping your common areas clean
in a Dayrsquos Work Hall
All
for
On
e
13
Residence Hall Association
The Clemson University Residence Hall Association (RHA) is right at home workshying for you RHA is the student voice for housing concerns programming and leadershyship opportunities We invite all students to participate in this group Logon to www housingclemsonedurha for more information
RHA funds are raised through linen comforter sales final exam kits and several other fund-raising programs The sale of linshyens is handled by a national company called On-Campus Marketing To find out more or to place an order just go online to wwwrhl orgclu or call 1-800-957-4338
Residence Hall Councils
If yoursquore looking for a group to join you donrsquot have to look any further than your
own residence hall The Residence Hall Council (RHC) is made up of elected or apshypointed representatives from every hall and apartment complex The RHC organizes programs and makes recommendations on housing policies Contact your RA or RD if yoursquore interested in serving Get involved
Student Employees
You may be able to find a job right in your own residential area University Housing hires enrolled students as front-desk assistants office workers student program assistants ResCom computing consultants weekend custodians maintenance assistants and resident assistants Talk to your RA about job opportunities with University Housing if yoursquod like more information
14
Hall Meetings
Your resident assistant wants to keep you informed so sometimes all the residents in a hall or area will meet to hear whatrsquos up or to discuss things Your RA will put up posters to let you know when a hall or area meeting is scheduled If you canrsquot make the meeting check with your RA to catch up
Student Judicial Boards
Some people donrsquot play ldquofairrdquo When that happens the University has to step in Student peer review boards hear cases of alleged misconshyduct that occur within and outside of University housing These boards are made up of students and they work in cooperation with Student Government and the Office of Student Conshyduct If yoursquore interested in serving on one of these boards call the Office of Student Conduct at (864) 656-0510
Holiday Breaks
Sometimes itrsquos impossible or impractical for our students to travel home during breaks Residence halls and apartments are open over spring and fall breaks as well as the Thanksshygiving holiday There are fewer staff members around but security officers keep their regular
schedules Residence halls are closed between the fall and spring semesters from the morning after December graduation until early January Look for information related to holidays in the Clemson Home newsletter which will come to you through your RA and by email
Visitation
The times that members of the opposite sex can visit your room are designated as either ldquostandardrdquo or ldquoself-regulatedrdquo visitation dependshying on where you live Check with your RA to be sure In the residence halls you have to escort your guest to and from the room and you must be in the room during the visit If yoursquod like to have some of your old friends (or a brother or sister) hang out with you for the weekend be sure to talk to your roommate first and see if the visit fits with his or her plans However overnight visits by members of the opposite sex are not permitted in halls with communal baths If you want to have a guest for more than two consecutive nights or a guest who visits frequently yoursquoll need to obtain writshyten permission from a Housing official Please see your University Housing Contract for more details on Clemsonrsquos visitation policies The bottom line is mutual respect for everyone
Common Ground
15
At Clemson there are students from all over the United States and 80 other countries
Regardless of where our students come from they have many of the same goals and ideals mdash they want a great educational experishyence and a chance to grow as members of the global community We believe our strength as a Clemson ldquofamilyrdquo comes from sharing different ideas and experiences that broaden our view of the world In University Housing we support this educational process We are personally and professionally committed to encouraging accepshytance and celebrating these differences within our communities
Each unique aspect of yours and your neighborrsquos is valuable mdash whether itrsquos political affiliation regional ties race ethnicity cultural or national origin religious beliefs sexual orishyentation gender age mental andor physical challenges socioeconomic class academic class personality types etc We encourage you to get into the spirit of the Clemson community by mdash
Keeping an open mind(Donrsquot make assumptions about others You could be wrong)
Challenging yourself(Get to know people who are different from you)
Asking questions(Donrsquot be afraid or embarrassed People welshycome questions)
Accepting that your values may conflict with anotherrsquos values(You can accept othersrsquo values without agreeing with them)
Attending diverse University events and Housing-sponsored programs (Education doesnrsquot stop inside the classshyroom and it can be FUN)
Inappropriate behaviors or acts of intolershyance will be confronted Any action that stifles another personrsquos responsible expression of hisher individuality interferes with everyonersquos opportunities for growth Join us in maintainshying your right to be yourself and to learn by interacting with others When you protect the rights of one you advance the primary goal of all mdash education Here at Clemson itrsquos all for one and one for all
16
Roomshymates Respect Is the Key
Living with a roommate doesnrsquot have to be a ldquobig dealrdquo The most important thing is that you keep an open mind and learn to respect each other Get to know your new roommate the same as you would any other new person You already know that both of you want a Clemson education So just take it from there
Talk About It
Want to know how to get along with roomshymates Talk to them Itrsquos the most important thing you can do in a relationship If something is bothering you the sooner you talk about it the sooner yoursquoll be able to work it out After all no one can read your mind and you canrsquot read anyone elsersquos
Lend an Ear
Sometimes itrsquos just one of those days Try to understand why your roommate may have reacted a certain way It may have nothing to do with you Maybe he or she is having a tough time and just needs someone to listen mayshybe your roommate can do the same for you
Take a Breather
Everyone needs a little space occasionally mdash time to be alone and just think things out Keep that in mind and give each other time for privacy You can fill your need for peace and quiet while your roommate is in class or at a club meeting Be User Friendly
We each have our own ideas about sharing our things Take the time to ask before you borshyrow things that belong to your roommate Itrsquos an even better idea to talk this out up front and agree on whatrsquos community property and whatrsquos off limits
Share Your Neat Ideas
You may have your own version of a clean room but make sure you share that ldquovisionrdquo with your roommate The two of you should decide together whatrsquos a comfortable level of clean
18
At Your
Service
Fin
d It
on
Cam
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19
Think About It
There are lots of things you should discuss with your roommate as soon as you get settled in For example
bull Do you expect the room to be more of a social space where friends can hang out or more of a study space where you can concenshytrate on class work
bull Are you a night owl or an early bird How late may guests stay
bull How do you want to handle visits by boyshyfriendsgirlfriends
bull Will you be around on the weekends What are your expectations about those times
Of course therersquos more you need to talk about but you get the idea Talk about your concerns before they become issues
The Clemson campus ldquocommunityrdquo has most of the things you need for day-to-day living right on campus If you donrsquot see the sershyvice you need listed below your RA can point you in the right direction
Got Cash
Carolina First Wachovia BBampT and Bank of America all have 24-hour automated teller machines adjacent to the Dillard Buildshying (near the HolmesMcCabe area and the Shoeboxes) Bank of America and the State Credit Union have ATMs behind Byrnes Hall Wachovia has one in the Hendrix Center and First Citizens has one in the University Union loggia If your home bank has VISAMaster-Card Cirrus AFFN Honor or Plus System bank cards you can access funds from home
and your parents can make direct deposits into your account Dollar-bill change machines are located in the Dillard Building and are in most of the residence halls and apartments In adshydition Carolina First Bank has a full-service branch on the lower level of the Hendrix Center
TigerStripe Accounts
The TigerStripe Account program lets you deposit money into an account and use the Tiger 1 Card as a prepaid debit card on or off campus You can use it at the Bookstore the laundry and the dining facilities You can even buy your concert tickets with it In fact there are over 300 locations on and off campus that accept the Tiger 1 Card Visit wwwtiger1 clemsonedu for more details about the benefits offered by your Tiger 1 Card
20
Getting Hungry
When your appetite takes over yoursquoll find several spots on campus to tame your hunger The Canteen and Loggia Latte in the University Union and the Fernow Street Cafeacute located beshytween Riggs and Freeman halls are convenient places to go for a quick meal Paw Mart in the University Union is also a handy refreshment stop for snacks and drinks Therersquos also Chilirsquos Too loshycated next to the Harcombe Dining Hall And be sure to check out the food court in the Hendrix Center and the Java City coffee shop in the Cooper Library Cornershop in the Hendrix Censhyter is another stop for a tasty snack Schilletter Dining Hall is behind the Hendrix Center and the Clemson House Dining Hall is across from Bowman Field Snack amp Stax in Cooper Library features convenience store items a selection of beverages and a variety of snacks If yoursquore lookshying for a special place to dine with friends donrsquot forget about Seasons by the Lake at the Madren Center
The Center of Attention
The Hendrix Student Center has lots of atshytractions for busy active students and itrsquos a great place to meet and mingle The center is named for Clemson alumnus and life member of the Board of Trustees Leon J Hendrix and is located on East Campus next to Schilletter Dining Hall near the residence halls and apartments
The center includes a student lounge meetshying rooms and a five-vendor food court You can also take in a movie in the 154-seat theater and two ballrooms accommodate functions for stushydent organizations and conferences The Hendrix Center is also the home to the University Teleshycommunications office the University Bookstore the Student Union administrative offices the Harvey and Lucinda Gantt Intercultural Center and the Michelinreg Career Center as well as a full-service branch of Carolina First Bank
Check It Out
Cooper Library has become one of the most popular places for students on campus Not only can you find books articles DVDs and more
you can get research help at the Reference Desk Then you can take your laptop and meet with your study group on the balcony while you enjoy a latte from Java City The library also has scanners a fax machine photocopiers and private group study rooms
Cooper Library is open 24 hours a day from Sunday at 1000 am until Friday at midnight Saturday hours are 1000 am to midnight For more information go to wwwlibclemsonedu or call (864) 656-1557
Getting Around
With Clemsonrsquos mild climate biking is a popular means of transportation Bike racks are located outside the residence halls Yoursquoll need a lock to secure your bike to the racks and it should be registered with the Clemson University Police Department (CUPD) Bikes may be kept inside only if they are in your individual room or apartshyment Mopeds may be parked in outdoor bicycle racks but may not be brought inside
Cars motorcycles mopeds and motor scootshyers must have a parking permit which is available from Parking Services and they must be parked in appropriately marked spaces If yoursquore bringing a vehicle to campus donrsquot forget to apply for a parking permit
Remember mopeds may not be brought inside any building and riding is prohibited on sidewalks All walkways are also off limits to skateboards bicycles rollerblades skates or similar items
Come on and Take a Free Ride
The city of Clemson provides a free shuttle bus service on and off campus called CAT (Clemson Area Transit) CAT is the largest fare-free public transit system in the nation In 2000 and 2005 it was selected as the ldquoBest Transit Systemrdquo in the state by the SC Department of Transportation Each CAT bus is equipped with a bike rack in case you need to temporarily switch gears (and vehicles)
CAT Bus Hours
Monday-Friday 622-300 am Saturday 800 pm-300 am Sunday 500 pm-300 am
Call (864) 654-CATS (2287) for more inshyformation and a system map The CAT office is located at 1200 Tiger Boulevard Suite 2
Yoursquove Got Mail
Each student will need to rent a post office box at the University Post Office located in the University Union You can sign up for a post office box online when you pay your fees The University will send you an email with your asshysigned box number and other information Post office boxes are rented from August to August In the summer mail is forwarded to your home address If you have questions please call (864) 656-2351 or email studpoclemsonedu
Laundry Day
Washers and dryers are provided on the ground level of each residence hall in Bryan Mall Calhoun Courts Commons Lightsey Bridge Comshymons and Thornhill Village Commons also have laundry facilities Clemson House has washers and dryers available in the basement Students who live on West Campus use the washers and dryers in the Dillard Building in the basement of
Holmes Hall and on the first floor of Stadium Resshyidence Hall Washers and dryers are also available in all the residence halls in the Greek Community on the Quad Donrsquot forget to bring your own iron and ironing board
The Healthy Way
Not feeling well Take a trip to Redfern Health Center Redfern consists of three divisions Medical Services Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) and Health EducationAlcohol and Drug Education All students who take seven or more credit hours during the fall and spring semesters are required to pay a health fee of $125 per semester If you register for three or more credit hours during each summer session you must pay a health fee of $45 per summer session The health fee provides for the professional services of the physicians psychologists and nurse pracshytitioners and for reduced costs of lab X-ray and pharmacy services The health fee also provides a secondary urgent-care insurance benefit that pays up to $500 per incident for expenses incurred in the treatment of urgent problems that arise when Redfern Health Center is closed
Primary health-care services are available Monday-Friday 800 am-500 pm You can be seen throughout the day by appointment at (864)
656-1541 The Nurses Clinic is available if you donrsquot have an appointment At this clinic yoursquoll be assessed by a nurse and receive care After hours if you have questions about your health-care needs you can call the Nursewise Line at 1-888-525-1333
Emergency transportation is provided by the Clemson University ambulance which is staffed with licensed EMTs 24 hours a day seven days a week After-hours health-care providers available (at your expense) include Anderson Area Medical Center Clemson Health Center (a private urgent health-care facility) Palmetto Baptist Medical Center Greenville Memorial Medical Center and Oconee Memorial Hospital
You already know that college is a big step in your life If yoursquore having trouble adjusting once you get here help is only a phone call away Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) provides mental health services for various issues including depression anxiety stress management anger management relationship violence sexual assault and addictions
Depending on the concern you may be seen in a group as a couple or individually Numerous groups are offered throughout the semester to help you learn specific skills such as stress management and assertiveness Other groups allow for pershysonal growth and integration A multidisciplinary approach to the treatment of eating disorders provides integration of medical nutritional and psychological services The LifeStyles program is a specialized approach to assist students with substance misuseabuse concerns After an evalushyation students are placed in psychoeducational groups and may receive group or individual counshyseling Each semester on a first-come first-served basis CAPS conducts a limited number of psyshychological evaluations for learning disabilities and attention disorders An on-site psychiatrist evalushyates and monitors studentsrsquo medication regimens as needed All services are confidential
For CAPS services call (864) 656-2451 for an appointment CAPS also offers a walk-in clinic from 1000 am to 230 pm where you can see a counselor on a first-come first-served basis for brief evaluation or emergency intervention Mental health crisis assistance and consultation are available 24 hours a day After hours and on weekends you can reach the on-call counselor by dialing the University police at (864) 656-2222 Most services are free to students some require a reduced fee Students who pay the health fee may receive 10 individual sessions per semester at no charge There is no limit for group sessions There are charges for LifeStyles psychiatric services and psychometric testing and this is discussed before services are rendered All services are provided by licensed psychologists licensed professional counshyselors certified addiction counselors predoctoral psychology interns or masterrsquos counseling interns
The Health Education area is committed to promoting healthy lifestyles and reducing high-risk behaviors The Alcohol and Drug Education area provides programming referrals counseling and instruction on University policies and personshyal issues associated with alcohol and drug use
Student Disability Services
Student Disability Services coordinates the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities in compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 All reasonable accommodations are individualized flexible and confidential based on the nature of the disability and the academic environment Students must provide documentation of the disability and request needed accommodations Variations in housing arrangements for student with disabilities must be coordinated through the Student Disabilshyity Office For information visit room G20 Redfern Health Center or call (864) 656-6848
23
24
Food for Thought
Meal Plans
Busy students need lots of ldquofuelrdquo Thatrsquos why Clemson offers six meal options to satisfy difshyferent eating habits Unlimited Access allows you to go to the dining halls as often as you like anytime theyrsquore open If you want anything from three meals a day to unlimited snacking this is the plan for you On the Any-Fifteen Plan you can choose 15 of the 21 meals offered each week If you have a hectic schedule or like to grab a bite
Dining Halls
All meal plans can be used in Harcombe Food Court Schilletter Dining Hall or Clemson House Harcombe and Schilletter serve all day so no matter what your schedule yoursquoll find food when you find the time
Harcombe
Monday-Friday Harcombe is closed on weekends
Breakfast 700-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-800 pm (Mon-Thurs)425-700 pm (Fri)
Schilletter
Monday-Friday Breakfast 700-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-800 pm (Sun-Thurs)425-700 pm (Fri-Sat)
Cookie Break 930-1030 pm (Mon-Thurs)
Saturday Breakfast 800-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-700 pm
Sunday Breakfast 800-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-800 pm
Cookie Break 930-1030 pm
Clemson House
If yoursquore looking for more of a restaurant atshymosphere try the Clemson House There are four ways you can choose to pay for your meal You may use your meal plan as a cash equivalency to purchase a-la-carte meals (Unlimited Access used once per meal period and only for the ldquostudent specialrdquo entree at the Clemson House) you may select the student special on your meal plan you may pay in cash or you may use the Tiger 1 Card
Monday-Friday Breakfast 700-930 am
Lunch 1100 am-130 pm
Dinner 430-730 pm
Saturday Breakfast 800-930 am
Lunch 1100 am-130 pm
Dinner 430-730 pm
Sunday Brunch 1030 am-130 pm
Dinner 430-730 pm
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here and there the Any-Ten Plan lets you choose 10 of the 21 meals offered each week
The Unlimited Access Plus Any Ten and Plus Any Fifteen plans offer the same benefits as their counterparts with one big difference They add ldquoPaw Pointsrdquo to your TigerStripe Account which can be used the same as cash at any dining facility on campus Check the Dining Services Web site at wwwclemsonedudining for a complete list of places to eat
26
Beds Aloft
Whatrsquos a loft Itrsquos a raised frame built up from the floor to hold a bed Students like them because they provide more floor space for things such as futons and TVs
However using a lofted bed means that you may be sleeping as much as five feet off the floor and thatrsquos a long way down Because of these safety concerns our enthusiasm for lofts is limited Many factors are involved in designing a safe loft and there are significant risks involved in using an improperly designed or constructed loft Conseshyquently we strongly discourage the construction and use of ldquohomemaderdquo lofts But we provide two options as alternatives to building your own loft
First much of the bed furniture that we provide is modular and already designed to be bunkable andor loftable This furniture has been properly enshygineered and built with strength and safety in mind Your RA can show you how it works and provide you with any special connectors needed for lofting or bunking This is definitely the preferred way to go from the standpoint of safety and convenience
Second if you want to rent or purchase a loft we suggest you use one of the services provided by either the University Bookstore or Student Govshyernment To rent lofts from Collegiate Concepts (sponsored by Student Government) visit www loftconceptscom or call 1-888-929-0806 Collegiate Concepts offers a pre-delivery service so the loft can be delivered to your room (unassembled) before you arrive The University Bookstore has literature available on a company called Timbernest or go onshyline to wwwtimbernestcom for more information on their lofts Clemsonrsquos college code for Timbernest is CF74 Details on pricing delivery and pickup are available from each company
However if you still intend to build your own loft we insist that you use specific construction guidelines which are available on our Web site at wwwhousingclemsonedu Printed copies are also available from the University Housing office These are strict construction guidelines mdash and for your safety and the safety of others mdash they are not negoshytiable
Lofts may be used in most traditional resishydence halls Outside lofts (purchased rented or constructed) are NOT allowed in any of the apartshyment areas the Greek Community on the Quad the Clemson House or any of the suite-style buildshyings However all of these areas are furnished with modular furniture that is bunkable andor loftable
Leave ldquoFluffyrdquo at Home
Unless ldquoFluffyrdquo is the name of your fish you canrsquot bring him to live in your room The only pets you may have in the residence halls or apartments are fish (tank size limited to 10 gallons or less) That means no dogs no cats no lizards no snakes no frogs no monkeys no birds Campus life just doesnrsquot suit having a pet Many of your fellow students are allergic to anishymals and most animals carry parasites such as fleas ticks and mites
One of the saddest things on campus is the growing number of stray cats and the wild kittens they produce Some strays are here because softshyhearted students saw the cute little kittens and took them back to their room only to be cited for a rule violation and charged $50 There are also students who abandon their pets at the end of the school year It is sad to see these strays but keep in mind that when you feed them they will start to depend on you for their meals So if you truly love animals donrsquot become a part of the problem
When you see an abandoned animal conshytact a Housing representative Wersquoll try to find it a good home or it will be taken to a local shelter for adoption
Wild Things
Parts of the University are in wooded areas where many woodland creatures make their home Yoursquoll see an occasional squirrel scampershying around and sometimes even catch a glimpse of a skunk or opossum However if an animal beshycomes confrontational stay calm leave quickly and report it to the nearest Housing official
Bugging Out
If yoursquore from a colder climate get ready for a shock If yoursquore from the South yoursquove seen them before bugs We love South Carolinarsquos mild winters but so do the bugs These pests can be aggravating but if we work together we
Fish Tales
can control the problem The University has a contract with a privately owned pest control company Buildings are inspected monthly and treated as needed
You can also help fight these little invaders Be aware of how pests enter your room Someshytimes they come in with items that have been stored outside or in a book bag that was left in the grass with food inside Or they might venture in through opened doors or windows Once inshyside theyrsquoll find food and water and yoursquoll have bugs for roommates These are some additional things you can do
bull Report sightings of pests to the Housing Mainshytenance Office at (864) 656-5450
bull Keep all opened food items sealed in plastic containers
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atrsquos
In a
nd
Ou
t
27
Saf
ety
Ru
les
at C
U
Play It
Safe
29
bull Keep all makeup and toiletry containers closed bull Keep your room clean bull Empty your trash can daily bull Work to reduce pest entryways bull Turn in maintenance problems promptly bull Wipe up spills as they occur bull Clean the refrigerator regularly (and in apartshy
ments donrsquot forget the stoves sinks and counter-tops too)
Be a Tiger Conservationist
When you live in University housing we ask you to practice good environmental and consershyvation habits Make efficient use of all resources Conserving water and electricity are two of the most important things you can do to make a positive imshypact such as not letting the water run in the sink while you brush your teeth or shave
Always put trash in its proper place Littering (inside or outside the buildings) is not permitted under any circumstances In short take responsibilshyity for your own actions If you make a mess please clean it up
We also ask you to reduce recycle and reuse materials whenever possible The University has an award-winning recycling program in which all facshyulty staff and students make a difference University Housing also promotes the Lighten Your Load proshygram at the end of the spring semester This program allows students to donate unwanted items to local charities which decreases the number of things they have to take home or store Itrsquos also a worthwhile opportunity to help others
As you spend your time in University buildshyings and around campus look for ways to support sustainable living and get involved in helping to conserve our precious natural resources
On Campus
Clemson is a small friendly community with little violent crime and fewer of the crime and safety problems that plague larger cities However neither the University nor the community is crime free The problems of drug and alcohol abuse acquaintance rape and other crimes affect every campus community
Thatrsquos why Clemson University has a professhysional police force of more than 30 full-time police officers who are graduates of the SC Criminal Justice Academy Theyrsquore more than just ldquocampus security officersrdquo As commissioned officers they have reporting responsibilities to the University the State Law Enforcement Division (SLED) and the court
Even before passage of the ldquoStudent Right to Know and Campus Security Act of 1990rdquo Clemson voluntarily reported its crime statistics to the FBI and has done so since 1980
Clemson also has a staff of student life proshyfessionals who are continually trained in crime prevention building security personal safety counseling victim assistance student discipline and other areas They ensure that the policies procedures and educational programs are in place to educate students about personal safety and to respond quickly and effectively to problems in campus housing and elsewhere
The campus and its physical facilities are maintained with safety in mind In recent years the University has invested heavily in improved lighting emergency telephones and security-conshyscious landscape design and maintenance In other words Clemson University is committed to proshyviding a safe and secure environment for students faculty and staff
The prompt reporting of crimes is encouraged If you have a problem at Clemson we want to know about it And we work hard to make sure ldquothe systemrdquo will be responsive to your needs
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Additional information on security policies is contained in the Student Handbook and in the Campus Safety Report which also contains statistics on crime at the University and in the city of Clemson
A Word About Alcohol
One of the greatest potential problems facing all freshmen is the temptation to ldquoparty hardrdquo We want our students to have fun and enjoy themselves but we take a strong stance against not only the use of ilshylegal drugs but also against underage drinking and the abuse of alcohol by those of any age
The legal drinking age in South Carolina is 21 Consequently the possession or consumption of alcoshyhol in any form by anyone under age 21 is against the law and is therefore prohibited on the Clemson University campus Violations of this law and related University policies are considered very serious offensshyes and the penalties can be significant
We say this to you our new students because we want you to be successful in every way here at Clemson Experience has shown us that many students ignore or trivialize the issue of underage drinking Please donrsquot make that mistake This is a serious issue with serious consequences
Sure you can have fun But use your head Have fun legally and use good judgment That way everyshyone wins
Hall Security and Card Access
University Housing has a perimeter card access system installed in all campus residence halls Perimshyeter card access is a system that allows you to use your student ID card to enter certain exterior doors of the residence halls The system is designed to deny enshytrance into the residence halls by people who do not have permission to enter In order for this system to work we need your help Please donrsquot allow anyone to follow you in a door donrsquot allow anyone to use your ID card and never prop open a door for any reason
Your Personal Safety
We make every effort to maintain a safe campus for all students However there are some things you can do for your own safety
bull Walk in groups of two or more after dark bull Never hesitate to use the CUPDrsquos (Clemson
University Police Departmentrsquos) free Escort Sershyvice Call (864) 656-2222
bull Ride the free Clemson Area Transit (CAT) bus sershyvice
bull Walk in well-lighted well-traveled areas bull Make sure someone knows where you are and when
you expect to return bull Dress for freedom of movement mdash donrsquot wear conshy
fining or uncomfortable clothing bull After dark have your keys ready before you get to
your room apartment or car park in a well-lighted area
bull Always look into the back seat of your car and unshyder your car before getting in Also lock your doors while driving
bull Always lock your roomapartment door at night or while sleeping
bull If you receive annoying or obscene phone calls hang up and report the call to the CUPD
bull Always find out who is on the other side of the door before you open it
bull Take note of where the outdoor campus phones are located
Emergency Telephone Numbers
UniversityPoliceDepartment 911
FireDepartment 911
RedfernHealthCenter 656-2233
Ambulance 911
RapeCrisisHotline 868-7599
CAPS 656-2451
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What You Need to Know About Physical and Sexual Assault
These strategies also have been found to help you avoid or prevent assaults
bull Be on the alert be aware of danger early bull Yell flee kick bull Display outrage rather than fear bull If your life is in danger use passive resistance (vomshy
it urinate tell the attacker you are diseased)
If you are a victim or know a victim of an assault follow these guidelines
bull Call police (911) Get medical attention immedishyately At a health-care facility you will be seen by a physician and you can talk with an assault specialshyist (Your identity will be protected at all times)
bull Report the crime to the CUPD Even if you choose not to press charges you may save another victim from the same fate If you think yoursquore going to press charges do not bathe or destroy any evidence such as clothing
bull Try to get an accurate description of the assailantrsquos appearance what was said or any other information that will assist police
ldquoDate rape drugsrdquo are present on most college campuses and they have been found in Clemson Do not take a drink from an open container or from a
drink not prepared in your presence Never leave a drink unattended Know who you are with Report all suspicious acts or persons to CUPD at (864) 656-2222 (or 911) More information about your safety will be available when you arrive on campus For additional information about staying safe keeping your things safe and getting a list of safety tips visit stuaffclemson educupd
Keeping Your Things Safe
bull Before coming to campus have identification numshybers engraved on your valuable belongings such as laptops bikes stereos etc and register them with the CUPD
bull Examine your parentsrsquo homeowners policy and be sure your personal property is insured
bull Always close and lock your doors and windows whenever you go to bed and whenever you leave your room or apartment even if yoursquore just going away for a few minutes Never loan out your key and report a lost key immediately to your RA If you canrsquot find your key see your RA about a recore (See Key Policy on page 35)
bull Donrsquot keep a lot of cash in your room bull Follow all visitation and escort policies bull Register your property with the Police Department
at stuaffclemsoneducupd
32
Fire Safety
Fire safety in a residence hall or apartment is everyonersquos responsibility Itrsquos important that you not only follow fire safety procedures but report all violashytions or fire hazards to your RA immediately bull Smoke only in designated areas NEVER IN BED bull Turn off electric blankets irons lamps and curling
irons right after use bull Never cover lamps with any material for any reason bull Candles and other open flame devices are not
allowed in residence halls or apartments (not even for decoration)
bull Halogen lamps are not permitted in residence halls or apartments
bull Check the smoke detector in your area weekly Go to your hall or apartment front desk for replacement batteries If you have a fire extinguisher in your area check it too
bull Keep hallways and exit paths clear at all times bull Do not overload circuits by plugging too many applishy
ances into one outlet If two or more appliances with a combined wattage of more than 1500 watts are used you must have an Underwriter Laboratory-apshyproved power strip with a built-in circuit breaker (15 amp or less)
bull Extension cords shall not be used as a substitute for permanent wiring
bull Extension cords must not be used in succession or in conjunction with power strips
bull If you see a fire immediately move to a safe area and call 911 to report the fire
bull If your clothing catches on fire drop to the floor and roll back and forth until the flame is out
bull ALWAYS take fire alarms seriously and leave the building by assigned routes
bull Gas grills may not be used or stored in any residential area (including apartments)
bull All curtains decorations or displays used in windows must be made of flame-resistive materials
bull Do not tamper with or remove any fire detection deshyvice and do not hang anything from a sprinkler head
Thatrsquos theRule Since yoursquore new here you probably have a lot
of questions about living on campus This section will give you a better idea of your rights on campus as well as Clemson Universityrsquos regulations put in place for your safety and well-being Our policies are creshyated to make an atmosphere that helps all students enjoy and benefit from their university experience
Alcohol Policy The Universityrsquos policies on the possession and
consumption of alcohol are the same as the municipal ordinances and state and federal laws For students of legal drinking age the University does not restrict the possesshysion or consumption of alcohol in your private residence (your room or apartment) except in certain residence halls designated as alcohol-free However in public areas outside of your residence you may not have an open container of an alcoholic beverage of any kind Public areas include residence hall lobbies utilitystudy rooms hallways and areas immediately outside residence halls and apartments Possession consumption or display of alcohol or alcohol containers is not permitted in any area designated as alshycohol-free A number of residence halls are designated as totally alcohol-free These include Johnstone Main and
Annex Benet Young Geer Sanders Byrnes Lever Manning Smith Barnett Mauldin and Holmes For deshytailed information concerning the consumption of alcohol in University housing contact your RD or area housing office Also refer to your Student Handbook
Asbestos Some areas of University housing have asbestos-conshy
taining materials present A licensed asbestos abatement team manages these materials Students especially those erecting and using lofts should use caution and not disturb any sprayed-on ceiling materials Any questions concernshying the asbestos materials locations and hazards should be referred to the Housing Facilities Office or the Asbestos Abatement Program director at (864) 656-4930 for further clarification
Banners and Signs Hanging banners on residence halls is a good way
to campaign for office announce an event or show your school spirit But before displaying your sign check with your RA or RD to find out where signs may be displayed If you put up a banner yoursquore responsible for taking it down no later than 24 hours after itrsquos ldquoold newsrdquo Be sure all the tape remains are removed too
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pu
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avvy
33
bull Keep all outside doors locked Propping outside doors for easy re-entry makes the entire building less secure and is considered a very serious violashytion of policy
bull Keep your room door locked bull Report all suspicious activities and individuals to
the desk staff night security officers and the poshylice
bull Always lock your car and never leave valuables in your car
bull Register your bicycle with the campus police and always lock it securely through the wheels and frame
bull Park your car in the designated lots if you leave it on campus during breaks
Visit stuaffclemsoneducupd for additional inforshymation
34
Candles Incense Fireworks Firearms Inflammables and Explosives
Due to concerns for fire safety and personal safety having or using any items that might be classified under these headshyings is strictly forbidden in University housing Violations of this policy could result in suspension from the University eviction from University housing andor separation from the University
Clearance Cards This term refers to the large card also called a ldquoRoom
Property Certificaterdquo that each resident is required to review and sign during the first 24 hours after moving into University housing The card has a space for you to report any missing or damaged property in your room or apartment Itrsquos very important that you check the card carefully and return it to your RA If you donrsquot at the end of the year you could be held responsible for anything wrong with your room or apartment regardless of its condition when you moved in
Cooking Housing has restrictions against cooking in residence hall
rooms (not apartments) for a couple of reasons 1) Fire safety 2) Sanitation Anything you can prepare in a thermostatically conshy
trolled percolator or a hot-air popcorn popper is legal You may also use the combination microwaverefrigerator-freezer (Microfridge) available for rent from Student Government Any other type of cooking equipment must be stored and used in your residence hall kitchen not in your room Violations of this policy will result in a $50 charge Gas grills may not be used or stored in any residence hall or apartment area
Damages Communal Property Your contract explains that when hallways bathrooms
elevators and other public areas in a residence facility receive undue abuse we expect the assistance of the residents of that area in finding the person(s) responsible When the person(s) cannot be identified all residents will be required to pay a proshyrated share of repairing such damages
Damages Rooms or Apartments As your University Housing Contract explains yoursquore
responsible for any damages that happen in your room or apartment while you live here If damages are accidental you must still pay repair costs When damages are the result of vandalism the person(s) responsible must not only pay for reshypairs but may also face disciplinary proceedings
Drugs All University officials including Housing officials will
assist and cooperate with law enforcement personnel as they
perform their duties in controlling the possession and use of illegal substances on campus Students convicted of violations of state or federal laws are subject to further disciplinary action by the University
Fire Safety On-campus residents can help keep their homes and their
neighbors safe from fire by following all Housing regulations concerning candles fireworks explosives halogen lamps the use of electrical equipment and general safety standards Any student who willfully compromises the safety of fellow residents by tampering with fire safety equipment or sounding false alarms will be subject to criminal prosecution eviction from University housing andor separation from the Univershysity Students who fail to evacuate when an alarm sounds are also subject to disciplinary action
Furniture Removal Every piece of furniture in your room or apartment at the
time you move in must stay in the roomapartment for the entire time you live there You may not remove store or trade furnishings There is an automatic $50 charge for violating this policy
Guns See ldquoCandles Incense Fireworks etcrdquo
Harassment It is the policy of Clemson University to conduct and
provide programs activities and services to students faculty and staff in an atmosphere free from racial or sexual harassshyment Harassment is any behavior that would verbally or physically threaten torment badger heckle or persecute an individual because of hisher race or gender Harassment of University faculty staff students or visitors is prohibited and shall subject the offender to appropriate disciplinary action Students who feel that they have been subjected to racial or sexual harassment should seek advice from the Office of Human Resources
Housing Contract You are required to sign a University Housing Contract
each year when you reserve a room or apartment and itrsquos important that you read your copy carefully Be sure you unshyderstand that the contract is binding for an entire academic year You canrsquot move off campus after first semester unless you meet very specific conditions outlined in the contract If yoursquore thinking about moving off campus talk with someone in University Housing before you make your plans
Incident Reports Residentapartment assistants and resident directors are
charged with the responsibility of confronting and working with students who break University or Housing policies Such violations are documented through incident reports which are completed and submitted by RAs and RDs Once a student violates a policy and an incident report is completed a Housing administrator deshycides how the infraction is to be handled Violations of policy may be dealt with administratively or through the Office of Student Conduct
Key Policy When you first report to your room or apartment yoursquoll be
issued one key free of charge If you lose your key and need a temshyporary replacement you may check one out from the desk for your area If you donrsquot find your lost key within 24 hours your lock must be changed and new keys cut The resulting cost is $50 When you check out of University housing your key must be returned or rekeying will be necessary and you will be charged for the service
Ledges Roofs Attics and Equipment Rooms The University Housing Contract expressly describes
these areas as ldquooff-limitsrdquo In the interest of your personal safety we expect your cooperation in this matter
Lofts Lofts may be used in most traditional residence hall
rooms See page 26 for more details on lofts Lofting is NOT permitted in Holmes McCabe or the Stadium Resishydence halls the Clemson House the Greek Community on the Quad or any of the apartment areas
Lounges Many residence hall lounges are open for use by all
residents on an unlimited basis Others however may be reserved for private gatherings of residents or student orshyganizations through the appropriate area office
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Quiet Hours Quiet hours are in effect 24 hours a day Strict quiet hours
are in effect from 700 pm until 800 am meaning there should be no disturbing noise in the residence halls and apartshyments At least one week before final exams and through the examination period strict quiet hours are to be observed 24 hours a day
Roofs See ldquoLedges Roofs Attics etcrdquo
Room and Apartment Changes
Employee (Green Permit) Restricted as Posted Commuting Student (Orange Permit) and Employee Resident Student (Blue Permit)No room or apartment changes may be made unless a
formal request has been submitted to the Housing office and approval has been received Performing an illegal room change
Parking Designations
Apartment (Purple Permit) Clemson House Resident Student (Purple Permit)
carries an automatic charge of $50 Questions about changes may be directed at any time to the assistant director of housshying administrative services-assignments at 200 Mell Hall Call (864) 656-2295 to make an appointment
Sales and Solicitation To protect your right to privacy in your residence hall
room or apartment the University has strict guidelines on fund-raisers promotions or sales on campus All solicitation must be approved by the Office of Programs and Activities so be sure to contact this office at (864) 656-4636 or 656-4357 if you have a sale or fund-raiser in mind Also if your right to privacy in your hall or apartment is ever violated by a door-toshydoor canvasser please report it immediately to the RA or RD for your area
Showers Members of the opposite sex are not allowed to use the
shower facilities of the residence halls that are served by comshymunal bathrooms
Smoke-free Halls All residence halls are designated as totally smoke-free
areas Apartment areas are self-regulated in regard to smoking
Visitation Members of the opposite sex are allowed in rooms and
apartments every day based upon the visitation for that area All residence halls with communal baths have a Standard Visshyitation plan 1000-200 am every day Areas with private or suite baths have a Self-Regulated plan that allows occupants to set visitation hours by mutual agreement at the beginning of each year or whenever occupancy changes
Window TreatmentsDisplays All curtains decorations or displays used in windows must
be made of flame-resistive materials
Emergency Call Station
C-11
C-2 E-2
R-1
19 E-20
R-4 E-1
21
15
A 20 E-13 22
14A 16
C-1 12 P-2
17 13
P-1 18
BB
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Employee (Green Permit)Restricted as PostedCommuting Student (Orange Permit) and EmployeeResident Student (Blue Permit)Apartment (Purple Permit)Clemson House Resident Student (Purple Permit)Emergency Call Station
Parking Designations
P-1
P-2
E-2
E-1
E-10
E-13
E-20
R-1
R-4
C-1
C-2
A
B
Campus Map
E-8 E-9 P-4
C-11 C-4 C-5 E-7C C-12 R-2 R-3
P-3
E-3 C-13 C-3 C-10
C-7 C-9
E-4
E-16 C-6 DE-14
E-15 E-32
E-5
E-12
E-6
E-11
1 Johnstone A and A Annex
The Suites 2 McCabe 3 Holmes 4 Stadium Residence Hall
The Shoeboxes 5 Geer 6 Sanders 7 Benet 8 Young 9 Cope
10 Clemson House
Bryan Mall 11 Mauldin 12 Barnett 13 Smith 14 Manning 15 Lever 16 Byrnes
The Apartments 17 Calhoun Courts 18 Thornhill Village 19 Lightsey Bridge I 20 Lightsey Bridge II
Clemsonrsquos Greek Community on the Quad 21 Bowen 22 Bradley 23 Donaldson 24 Wannamaker 25 Norris 26 Simpson North 27 Simpson South
28 Hendrix Student Center
Dining Halls 29 Schilletter 30 Harcombe 31 Clemson House
Coming to
Campus Get
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37
Campus Entry A
From Anderson on Highway 76 Pass the SC National Guard (on right) at stopshylight turn left onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) From EasleyGreenville on Highway 123 Turn left onto Highway 76 at the Ramada Inn Go under Highway 93 (do not exit) at stoplight turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road the next road to the right) From Central on Highway 93 Exit onto Highway 76 toward Anderson Stay right at stoplight turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road)
Campus Entry B
From Anderson on Highway 76 Exit onto Highway 93 Clemson University Exit From EasleyGreenville on Highway 123 Exit onto Highway 93 at Clemson University Exit From Seneca on Highway 123 Follow Highway 123 Turn right on Highway 76 Turn right onto Highway 93 at Clemson University Exit From Central on Highway 93 Go straight onto camshypus
Campus Entry C
From Seneca on Highway 123 Bear right onto Highway 93 to Clemson University Go across bridge turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road)
Campus Entry D
From Seneca on Highway 123 Bear right onto Highway 93 to Clemson University Go across bridge pass Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) turn right at next stoplight onto Williamson Road
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Bryan Mall Byrnes Manning Lever Smith Barnett and Mauldin Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station turn right at Cherry Road Turn left into Bryan Mall at stop sign If parking is full you may park in the green spaces along Cherry Road
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass football stadium and Strom Thurmond Institute turn left onto Cherry Road Enter Bryan Mall by turning left at stop sign If parking is full you may park in the green spaces along Cherry Road Pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
The Stadium Residence Hall and the Shoeboxes Cope Benet Young Geer and Sanders Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station go through traffic signal at Cherry Road pass Strom Thurmond Institute and turn right onto Williamson Road Follow Williamson Road to stop sign Continue straight after stop sign turn right on South Palmetto Boulevard and imshymediately turn left into Sirrine parking lot or go straight on Williamson Road until Fort Hill Street turn right and park behind Geer or Sanders halls
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Go past the football stadium (on your left) and turn left onto Williamson Road You can then either turn right onto South Palmetto Boulevard and immediately left into the Sirrine parking lot or you can take a chance on finding a slot in the loading docks behind the halls by continushying on Williamson Road and turning right onto Fort Hill Street Pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
Johnstone Hall Sections A and A Annex
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to the second stoplight veer left toward Tillman Hall You will approach Tillman Hall You can either park on the street near Tillman or behind Tillman You may pick up your key in the University Union loggia
Holmes and McCabe Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to the second stoplight veer left toward Tillman Hall turn left at Calhoun Drive and turn right at Fort Hill Street
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry D Turn right onto Williamson Road and left onto Fort Hill Street Park in any available space and pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
Lightsey Bridge
From Anderson EasleyGreenville and Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station turn right onto Lightsey Bridge Road
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass football stadium Strom Thurmond Institute Cherry Road and Resident Parking Lot turn left onto Lightsey Bridge Road Report to desk at Lightsey Bridge Commons Building to check in and pick up your key
Thornhill Village
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Turn at the first left onto Newman Road Park near assigned apartment report to Thornhill Village Commons Building to check in and pick up key Residents may leave cars parked in adjashycent resident spaces after unloading
Calhoun Courts
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Turn at first left onto Newman Road Go through Thornhill Village turn right onto Morrison Street Park and walk to Calhoun Courts Commons Building to check in and get your key You may then move your car to the street near your apartshyment to unload
Clemson House
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to first stoplight turn right onto North Palmetto Boushylevard You can follow that road to the front of Clemson House or turn right immediately on Lee Street and turn left on Daniel Drive Pick up your key at the front desk You may park in any marked space to unload
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Call UsBarnett Hall Lightsey Bridge I Apartments Desk 656-2130 Desk 656-1150 RD Office 858-4230 RD Office
Benet Hall Lightsey Bridge II Apartments Desk 656-2349 Desk 656-1150 RD Office 858-8614 RD Office
Byrnes Hall Manning Hall Desk 656-2140 Desk 656-2311 RD Office 656-0420 RD Office
Calhoun Courts Apartments Mauldin Hall Desk 656-2341 Desk 656-2130 RD Office 656-0421 RD Office
Clemson House McCabe Hall Desk 656-2075 Desk 656-1767 RD Office 656-1841 RD Office
Cope Hall Sanders Hall Desk 656-4800 Desk 656-2403 RD Office 858-8434 RD Office
Greek Community on the Quad Smith Hall Desk 656-0528 Desk 656-2130
RD Office 656-7578 RD Office
Geer Hall Stadium Residence Hall
Desk 656-2404 Desk 656-4800
RD Office 858-8614 RD Office
Holmes Hall Thornhill Village Apartments
Desk 656-1767 Desk 656-1257
RD Office 656-4386 RD Office
Johnstone A Young Hall
Desk 656-2366 Desk 656-2410
RD Office 858-8822 RD Office
Lever Hall Desk 656-7325 RD Office 656-0419
656-0422
656-0422
656-0670
656-5441
858-8448
858-8861
858-4230
656-4817
656-1258
858-8861
Additional University Phone Numbers Admissions 656-2287 Bookstore 656-2050 Bursarrsquos Office 656-2321 Career Center 656-6000 Computer Center Help Desk 656-3494 Counseling and Psychological
Services 656-2451 Fike Recreation Center 656-2315 Financial Aid 656-2280 Graduate Admissions 656-3195 Honors College 656-4762 ID Services 656-0763 International Programs
and Services 656-3614 Library 656-3027 Maintenance and Custodial 656-5450 Parking Services 656-2270 Pest Control 656-5450 Post Office 656-2351 Registrar 656-2171 ResCom Support 656-5441 Student Disability Services 656-6848 Student Government 656-2195 Telecommunications 656-2600 Visitors Center 656-4789
Main Housing Office (864) 656-2295 FAX (864) 656-7615
Additional information is available at our Web site wwwhousingclemsonedu
Equal Opportunity in Programs and Activities Federal laws prohibit discrimination under programs and activshy
ities receiving federal financial assistance The statutes listed below are applicable to Clemson University and provide in part
Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 ldquoNo person in the United States shall on the ground of race
color or national origin be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 ldquoNo person in the United States shall on the basis of sex be
excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subshyjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ldquoNo otherwise qualified disabled individual in the United
States shall solely by reason of their disability be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Clemson University Statement Regarding Nondiscrimination
Clemson University does not discriminate against any indishyvidual or group of individuals on the basis of age color disability gender national origin race religion sexual orientation or vetershy
anrsquos status
Clemson University conducts its programs and activities involving admission and treatment of students employment teachshying research and public service in a nondiscriminatory manner as prescribed by federal law and regulation
Inquiries concerning the above may be addressed to President Clemson University Clemson South Carolina 29634 or Director Office for Civil Rights Department of Education Washington DC 20201
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HomeDonrsquot Leave Without It
Herersquos a checklist of things to consider bringing for your room or apartmenthellip
Alarm clock Bathrobe Blankets Book bagbackpack Can opener Cleaning supplies Coffee pothot pot Desk lamp (not halogen) Electrical surge protector Fan First-aid supplies Flashlight Hairdryer Hot-air popcorn popper Iron Ironing board Lap desk Laundry supplies (detergent laundry basket hangers)
University Housing 200 Mell Hall Box 344075 Clemson SC 29634-4075 (864) 656-2295 FAX (864) 656-7615
wwwhousingclemsonedu
Laptop Mattress cover (extra-long for a twin bed) Pillows Plastic storage containers Radio Raincoat Room decorations (no candles or incense) School supplies Sheets (extra-long for twin bed) Shower caddy Telephone Television with cable cord Toiletries Towels Trash can Umbrella Vacuum cleaner
Required
6
Before
The Personal Touch
Just picture it mdash a place that shows off your personal taste and interests Itrsquos a little bit of ldquoyourdquo Thatrsquos what your room will be once you and your roommate dress it up Remember it wonrsquot look that way when you first walk in
A lot of our students get in touch with their roommate before they come to camshypus so they can start the decorating process together mdash color schemes posters mdash whatshyever it takes Talking together ahead of time also helps you decide what to bring so you donrsquot end up with two stereos and no TV
Bring ItPack up your computer television VCR stereo CD player and radio
You can bring all of those things with you Keep a level head though You want to be comfortable but you probably wonrsquot have space for everything you own because yoursquoll be living in a room not an entire house Closets and dresser space are limited so bring only the clothes you need for a
After
season Remember that you have to find a place for whatever you bring to the room Soft luggage can be folded and easily stored and many students find that footlockers are easy to use for transporting and storing things in the room
Most residence halls have refrigerators and microwave ovens available for your use either in the hall kitchen or lounges You might also want to consider renting a Microfridge (combination microwave reshyfrigerator-freezer) If so see the ldquoCool Itrdquo section on page 7 Some other things you may want to bring include the following
bull Telephone bull Iron and portable ironing board bull Desk lamp (not halogen) bull Alarm clock bull Clothes hangers bull Mattress cover (extra-long) bull Bed linens (extra-long) bull Surge protector (see your contract for deshy
tails on this power strip) bull Towels
bull Small vacuum cleaner bull Trash can
DIRECTV
Basic DIRECTV service is available in all housing areas and itrsquos already included in your semester housing fee If yoursquore a reshyally big movie fan you can buy additional premium packages directly from the DIRECTV company at 1-800-610-0797
Bring Your Laptop
Internet access can put you in touch with the four corners of the earth and Clemson University can take you there from the comfort of your own room All of our residence halls and apartments are fully wired through a campus-wide network called ResCom (Residential Computing) Each student has a dedicated high-speed data port which is separate from the phone line
As an added bonus to living on camshypus all residence halls have wireless access in all the common areas This means you can use your laptop while doing laundry or just sitting around waiting on your friends The freshman halls have wireless cyber lounges that give you a place to sit and work in comfort or you can meet with other students to work on group projects These cyber lounges also have Ethernet hook-ups
Best of all there is no extra charge for this service However there are minimum system requirements (for your computer) if you want to get wired up Check this inforshymation online at rescomclemsonedu
All incoming freshmen are required to have a laptop For more information on this requirement or for information on purchasshying a laptop please visit laptopclemsonedu
Roll Out the Carpet
If you want the feel of carpet between your toes and you plan to live in Johnstone Benet Young Cope Geer or Sanders you may want to consider bringing room-size carpet from home because these areas are not carpeted You can also buy a remnant at numerous local stores Be sure to check out the room measurements and floor plans online at wwwhousingclemsonedu
Cool It
You can keep a refrigerator in your room if itrsquos no larger than 36 cubic feet A combination microfridge multipliance is also available for rent This unit includes a microwave (the only microwave allowed in residence halls) a refrigerator and a zero-degree freezer New and used units are available Student Government and Colshylegiate Concepts provide this service and they can have it delivered to your room Just go online to wwwcollegefridgecom or call 1-888-929-0806 for more informashytion or to place an order All University apartments have full-size refrigerators and microwaves are also available in Lightsey Bridge I and II
8
Did You Call
Bring your own telephone Two teleshyphone jacks are provided in each residence hall room and apartments have three Each apartment or residence hall room has one phone number that you will share with your roommate(s) Free voice mail is provided and charges for local phone services are included in the housing rental fee We also have an optional discounted long-distance service If you didnrsquot receive information about the long-distance service call the Office of Telecommunications at (864) 656-2550 for details On campus email TelecomServices-Lclemsonedu to report telephone line maintenance The Univershysity will service your telephone line but not your telephone
Leave It at Home
We want to keep the residence halls as safe as possible so there are some things we just canrsquot allow in your room
bull Candles (not even as decoration) bull Halogen lamps
bull Microwave ovenscooking appliances (except Microfridges thermostatically controlled percolators and hot-air popshycorn poppers)
bull Electrical fixtures such as ceiling fans or track lighting
bull Parachute canopies on the ceiling bull Pets (except fish in a 10-gallon tank or
smaller)
We also have a few rules to help protect the room and walls from interior decorators who get carried away mdash
bull Posters should be hung with white ldquoplasshytic tackrdquo No tape nails or tacks can be used on the walls
bull All lofts and any other personal furniture must be ldquofree-standingrdquo and must not be attached in any way to the walls ceiling or other room fixtures
Many areas have bed frames that can be bunked or lofted but check with your RA first to see if your beds are bunkable and how they work Keep in mind that evshyery few weeks your room will be inspected The date and time of these inspections will be posted 24 hours in advance
The Clemson
Family
Cle
mso
n C
ares
9
1110
You Can Count on Us
One of the unique things about Clemson is that even though itrsquos a large university it feels more like a family Becoming a Clemson Tiger is an experience that will stay with you for a lifeshytime There are a lot of activities going on at Clemson and plenty of different people to enjoy them with you
Think of the residence hall as your ldquoneighborhoodrdquo and the University as your ldquotownrdquo In addition to groups and organizations for a number of different social concerns political causes religions hobbies sports and special interests the University offers educational activities such as stress management reacutesumeacute-writing workshops Black History Month Alcohol Awareness Month and AIDS Awareness Day Take your pick or help plan your own
Clemson is well-known for its mission of service to the people of South Carolina and stushydents are right out front with participation in blood drives events for local charities recycling clothing and food drives and many other projects You can learn something and have fun in hundreds of activities mdash and itrsquos a great way to meet people with the same interests
Wersquoll make sure you have all the help you need to settle into your new Clemson life The University Housing office employs close to 600 people to assist you in day-to-day living Best of all you can get help with a lot of your questions or problems from someone right on your floor Your RA can either answer your questions or refer you to someone who can
RAs
Resident assistants (RAs) are undergradushyate students who serve as a link between you and the Housing Office University Housing employs one (or more) RAs for each floor or area Their No 1 priority is to help you make your Clemson experience the best it can be RAs give advice keep you informed and help you learn whatrsquos what at Clemson And someshytimes your RA is just someone to listen when you need to talk
RDs
Resident directors (RDs) are gradushyate students who live in each housing area and supervise the RAs and desk assistants
in that area They are responsible for the overall management of the residence halls or apartment communities and are the local repshyresentatives for University Housing
ACs
Area coordinators (ACs) are full-time professional Housing employees who live in the various residential communities and supervise the RDs and the activities of the (satellite) area housing offices
CU Police
The Clemson University Police Departshyment is here to protect you In addition security officers are assigned to each residence hall and apartment area Itrsquos a comfort to know that these officers periodically patrol the premises throughout the night
Control Desks
A ldquocontrolrdquo desk is the main operations center for a given housing area Student desk assistants (DAs) staff these control desks for the residence halls and apartment areas They greet guests issue keys take maintenance reshyquests and answer the main phone
Maintenance Services
University Housing employs a full-time staff for maintenance in all residential areas You can easily recognize the maintenance staff members by their uniform If you need to request maintenance services fill out a Mainshytenance Request Form at the front desk call
(864) 656-5450 or go online to wwwhousing clemsonedu Occasionally contractors will perform specialized maintenance services For emergency maintenance service contact your RA or RD
Custodial Services
Although yoursquore responsible for keeping your room clean University Housing emshyploys a custodial staff to clean all common areas such as lounges hallways and commushynal bathrooms Yoursquoll see the same face on a regular basis because one custodian is assigned to your area Take the time to meet your hall area custodian He or she is an important part of your community
If custodial services are needed in your building call (864) 656-5450 For emergency custodial services contact your RA or RD We appreciate your assistance in keeping your common areas clean
in a Dayrsquos Work Hall
All
for
On
e
13
Residence Hall Association
The Clemson University Residence Hall Association (RHA) is right at home workshying for you RHA is the student voice for housing concerns programming and leadershyship opportunities We invite all students to participate in this group Logon to www housingclemsonedurha for more information
RHA funds are raised through linen comforter sales final exam kits and several other fund-raising programs The sale of linshyens is handled by a national company called On-Campus Marketing To find out more or to place an order just go online to wwwrhl orgclu or call 1-800-957-4338
Residence Hall Councils
If yoursquore looking for a group to join you donrsquot have to look any further than your
own residence hall The Residence Hall Council (RHC) is made up of elected or apshypointed representatives from every hall and apartment complex The RHC organizes programs and makes recommendations on housing policies Contact your RA or RD if yoursquore interested in serving Get involved
Student Employees
You may be able to find a job right in your own residential area University Housing hires enrolled students as front-desk assistants office workers student program assistants ResCom computing consultants weekend custodians maintenance assistants and resident assistants Talk to your RA about job opportunities with University Housing if yoursquod like more information
14
Hall Meetings
Your resident assistant wants to keep you informed so sometimes all the residents in a hall or area will meet to hear whatrsquos up or to discuss things Your RA will put up posters to let you know when a hall or area meeting is scheduled If you canrsquot make the meeting check with your RA to catch up
Student Judicial Boards
Some people donrsquot play ldquofairrdquo When that happens the University has to step in Student peer review boards hear cases of alleged misconshyduct that occur within and outside of University housing These boards are made up of students and they work in cooperation with Student Government and the Office of Student Conshyduct If yoursquore interested in serving on one of these boards call the Office of Student Conduct at (864) 656-0510
Holiday Breaks
Sometimes itrsquos impossible or impractical for our students to travel home during breaks Residence halls and apartments are open over spring and fall breaks as well as the Thanksshygiving holiday There are fewer staff members around but security officers keep their regular
schedules Residence halls are closed between the fall and spring semesters from the morning after December graduation until early January Look for information related to holidays in the Clemson Home newsletter which will come to you through your RA and by email
Visitation
The times that members of the opposite sex can visit your room are designated as either ldquostandardrdquo or ldquoself-regulatedrdquo visitation dependshying on where you live Check with your RA to be sure In the residence halls you have to escort your guest to and from the room and you must be in the room during the visit If yoursquod like to have some of your old friends (or a brother or sister) hang out with you for the weekend be sure to talk to your roommate first and see if the visit fits with his or her plans However overnight visits by members of the opposite sex are not permitted in halls with communal baths If you want to have a guest for more than two consecutive nights or a guest who visits frequently yoursquoll need to obtain writshyten permission from a Housing official Please see your University Housing Contract for more details on Clemsonrsquos visitation policies The bottom line is mutual respect for everyone
Common Ground
15
At Clemson there are students from all over the United States and 80 other countries
Regardless of where our students come from they have many of the same goals and ideals mdash they want a great educational experishyence and a chance to grow as members of the global community We believe our strength as a Clemson ldquofamilyrdquo comes from sharing different ideas and experiences that broaden our view of the world In University Housing we support this educational process We are personally and professionally committed to encouraging accepshytance and celebrating these differences within our communities
Each unique aspect of yours and your neighborrsquos is valuable mdash whether itrsquos political affiliation regional ties race ethnicity cultural or national origin religious beliefs sexual orishyentation gender age mental andor physical challenges socioeconomic class academic class personality types etc We encourage you to get into the spirit of the Clemson community by mdash
Keeping an open mind(Donrsquot make assumptions about others You could be wrong)
Challenging yourself(Get to know people who are different from you)
Asking questions(Donrsquot be afraid or embarrassed People welshycome questions)
Accepting that your values may conflict with anotherrsquos values(You can accept othersrsquo values without agreeing with them)
Attending diverse University events and Housing-sponsored programs (Education doesnrsquot stop inside the classshyroom and it can be FUN)
Inappropriate behaviors or acts of intolershyance will be confronted Any action that stifles another personrsquos responsible expression of hisher individuality interferes with everyonersquos opportunities for growth Join us in maintainshying your right to be yourself and to learn by interacting with others When you protect the rights of one you advance the primary goal of all mdash education Here at Clemson itrsquos all for one and one for all
16
Roomshymates Respect Is the Key
Living with a roommate doesnrsquot have to be a ldquobig dealrdquo The most important thing is that you keep an open mind and learn to respect each other Get to know your new roommate the same as you would any other new person You already know that both of you want a Clemson education So just take it from there
Talk About It
Want to know how to get along with roomshymates Talk to them Itrsquos the most important thing you can do in a relationship If something is bothering you the sooner you talk about it the sooner yoursquoll be able to work it out After all no one can read your mind and you canrsquot read anyone elsersquos
Lend an Ear
Sometimes itrsquos just one of those days Try to understand why your roommate may have reacted a certain way It may have nothing to do with you Maybe he or she is having a tough time and just needs someone to listen mayshybe your roommate can do the same for you
Take a Breather
Everyone needs a little space occasionally mdash time to be alone and just think things out Keep that in mind and give each other time for privacy You can fill your need for peace and quiet while your roommate is in class or at a club meeting Be User Friendly
We each have our own ideas about sharing our things Take the time to ask before you borshyrow things that belong to your roommate Itrsquos an even better idea to talk this out up front and agree on whatrsquos community property and whatrsquos off limits
Share Your Neat Ideas
You may have your own version of a clean room but make sure you share that ldquovisionrdquo with your roommate The two of you should decide together whatrsquos a comfortable level of clean
18
At Your
Service
Fin
d It
on
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19
Think About It
There are lots of things you should discuss with your roommate as soon as you get settled in For example
bull Do you expect the room to be more of a social space where friends can hang out or more of a study space where you can concenshytrate on class work
bull Are you a night owl or an early bird How late may guests stay
bull How do you want to handle visits by boyshyfriendsgirlfriends
bull Will you be around on the weekends What are your expectations about those times
Of course therersquos more you need to talk about but you get the idea Talk about your concerns before they become issues
The Clemson campus ldquocommunityrdquo has most of the things you need for day-to-day living right on campus If you donrsquot see the sershyvice you need listed below your RA can point you in the right direction
Got Cash
Carolina First Wachovia BBampT and Bank of America all have 24-hour automated teller machines adjacent to the Dillard Buildshying (near the HolmesMcCabe area and the Shoeboxes) Bank of America and the State Credit Union have ATMs behind Byrnes Hall Wachovia has one in the Hendrix Center and First Citizens has one in the University Union loggia If your home bank has VISAMaster-Card Cirrus AFFN Honor or Plus System bank cards you can access funds from home
and your parents can make direct deposits into your account Dollar-bill change machines are located in the Dillard Building and are in most of the residence halls and apartments In adshydition Carolina First Bank has a full-service branch on the lower level of the Hendrix Center
TigerStripe Accounts
The TigerStripe Account program lets you deposit money into an account and use the Tiger 1 Card as a prepaid debit card on or off campus You can use it at the Bookstore the laundry and the dining facilities You can even buy your concert tickets with it In fact there are over 300 locations on and off campus that accept the Tiger 1 Card Visit wwwtiger1 clemsonedu for more details about the benefits offered by your Tiger 1 Card
20
Getting Hungry
When your appetite takes over yoursquoll find several spots on campus to tame your hunger The Canteen and Loggia Latte in the University Union and the Fernow Street Cafeacute located beshytween Riggs and Freeman halls are convenient places to go for a quick meal Paw Mart in the University Union is also a handy refreshment stop for snacks and drinks Therersquos also Chilirsquos Too loshycated next to the Harcombe Dining Hall And be sure to check out the food court in the Hendrix Center and the Java City coffee shop in the Cooper Library Cornershop in the Hendrix Censhyter is another stop for a tasty snack Schilletter Dining Hall is behind the Hendrix Center and the Clemson House Dining Hall is across from Bowman Field Snack amp Stax in Cooper Library features convenience store items a selection of beverages and a variety of snacks If yoursquore lookshying for a special place to dine with friends donrsquot forget about Seasons by the Lake at the Madren Center
The Center of Attention
The Hendrix Student Center has lots of atshytractions for busy active students and itrsquos a great place to meet and mingle The center is named for Clemson alumnus and life member of the Board of Trustees Leon J Hendrix and is located on East Campus next to Schilletter Dining Hall near the residence halls and apartments
The center includes a student lounge meetshying rooms and a five-vendor food court You can also take in a movie in the 154-seat theater and two ballrooms accommodate functions for stushydent organizations and conferences The Hendrix Center is also the home to the University Teleshycommunications office the University Bookstore the Student Union administrative offices the Harvey and Lucinda Gantt Intercultural Center and the Michelinreg Career Center as well as a full-service branch of Carolina First Bank
Check It Out
Cooper Library has become one of the most popular places for students on campus Not only can you find books articles DVDs and more
you can get research help at the Reference Desk Then you can take your laptop and meet with your study group on the balcony while you enjoy a latte from Java City The library also has scanners a fax machine photocopiers and private group study rooms
Cooper Library is open 24 hours a day from Sunday at 1000 am until Friday at midnight Saturday hours are 1000 am to midnight For more information go to wwwlibclemsonedu or call (864) 656-1557
Getting Around
With Clemsonrsquos mild climate biking is a popular means of transportation Bike racks are located outside the residence halls Yoursquoll need a lock to secure your bike to the racks and it should be registered with the Clemson University Police Department (CUPD) Bikes may be kept inside only if they are in your individual room or apartshyment Mopeds may be parked in outdoor bicycle racks but may not be brought inside
Cars motorcycles mopeds and motor scootshyers must have a parking permit which is available from Parking Services and they must be parked in appropriately marked spaces If yoursquore bringing a vehicle to campus donrsquot forget to apply for a parking permit
Remember mopeds may not be brought inside any building and riding is prohibited on sidewalks All walkways are also off limits to skateboards bicycles rollerblades skates or similar items
Come on and Take a Free Ride
The city of Clemson provides a free shuttle bus service on and off campus called CAT (Clemson Area Transit) CAT is the largest fare-free public transit system in the nation In 2000 and 2005 it was selected as the ldquoBest Transit Systemrdquo in the state by the SC Department of Transportation Each CAT bus is equipped with a bike rack in case you need to temporarily switch gears (and vehicles)
CAT Bus Hours
Monday-Friday 622-300 am Saturday 800 pm-300 am Sunday 500 pm-300 am
Call (864) 654-CATS (2287) for more inshyformation and a system map The CAT office is located at 1200 Tiger Boulevard Suite 2
Yoursquove Got Mail
Each student will need to rent a post office box at the University Post Office located in the University Union You can sign up for a post office box online when you pay your fees The University will send you an email with your asshysigned box number and other information Post office boxes are rented from August to August In the summer mail is forwarded to your home address If you have questions please call (864) 656-2351 or email studpoclemsonedu
Laundry Day
Washers and dryers are provided on the ground level of each residence hall in Bryan Mall Calhoun Courts Commons Lightsey Bridge Comshymons and Thornhill Village Commons also have laundry facilities Clemson House has washers and dryers available in the basement Students who live on West Campus use the washers and dryers in the Dillard Building in the basement of
Holmes Hall and on the first floor of Stadium Resshyidence Hall Washers and dryers are also available in all the residence halls in the Greek Community on the Quad Donrsquot forget to bring your own iron and ironing board
The Healthy Way
Not feeling well Take a trip to Redfern Health Center Redfern consists of three divisions Medical Services Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) and Health EducationAlcohol and Drug Education All students who take seven or more credit hours during the fall and spring semesters are required to pay a health fee of $125 per semester If you register for three or more credit hours during each summer session you must pay a health fee of $45 per summer session The health fee provides for the professional services of the physicians psychologists and nurse pracshytitioners and for reduced costs of lab X-ray and pharmacy services The health fee also provides a secondary urgent-care insurance benefit that pays up to $500 per incident for expenses incurred in the treatment of urgent problems that arise when Redfern Health Center is closed
Primary health-care services are available Monday-Friday 800 am-500 pm You can be seen throughout the day by appointment at (864)
656-1541 The Nurses Clinic is available if you donrsquot have an appointment At this clinic yoursquoll be assessed by a nurse and receive care After hours if you have questions about your health-care needs you can call the Nursewise Line at 1-888-525-1333
Emergency transportation is provided by the Clemson University ambulance which is staffed with licensed EMTs 24 hours a day seven days a week After-hours health-care providers available (at your expense) include Anderson Area Medical Center Clemson Health Center (a private urgent health-care facility) Palmetto Baptist Medical Center Greenville Memorial Medical Center and Oconee Memorial Hospital
You already know that college is a big step in your life If yoursquore having trouble adjusting once you get here help is only a phone call away Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) provides mental health services for various issues including depression anxiety stress management anger management relationship violence sexual assault and addictions
Depending on the concern you may be seen in a group as a couple or individually Numerous groups are offered throughout the semester to help you learn specific skills such as stress management and assertiveness Other groups allow for pershysonal growth and integration A multidisciplinary approach to the treatment of eating disorders provides integration of medical nutritional and psychological services The LifeStyles program is a specialized approach to assist students with substance misuseabuse concerns After an evalushyation students are placed in psychoeducational groups and may receive group or individual counshyseling Each semester on a first-come first-served basis CAPS conducts a limited number of psyshychological evaluations for learning disabilities and attention disorders An on-site psychiatrist evalushyates and monitors studentsrsquo medication regimens as needed All services are confidential
For CAPS services call (864) 656-2451 for an appointment CAPS also offers a walk-in clinic from 1000 am to 230 pm where you can see a counselor on a first-come first-served basis for brief evaluation or emergency intervention Mental health crisis assistance and consultation are available 24 hours a day After hours and on weekends you can reach the on-call counselor by dialing the University police at (864) 656-2222 Most services are free to students some require a reduced fee Students who pay the health fee may receive 10 individual sessions per semester at no charge There is no limit for group sessions There are charges for LifeStyles psychiatric services and psychometric testing and this is discussed before services are rendered All services are provided by licensed psychologists licensed professional counshyselors certified addiction counselors predoctoral psychology interns or masterrsquos counseling interns
The Health Education area is committed to promoting healthy lifestyles and reducing high-risk behaviors The Alcohol and Drug Education area provides programming referrals counseling and instruction on University policies and personshyal issues associated with alcohol and drug use
Student Disability Services
Student Disability Services coordinates the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities in compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 All reasonable accommodations are individualized flexible and confidential based on the nature of the disability and the academic environment Students must provide documentation of the disability and request needed accommodations Variations in housing arrangements for student with disabilities must be coordinated through the Student Disabilshyity Office For information visit room G20 Redfern Health Center or call (864) 656-6848
23
24
Food for Thought
Meal Plans
Busy students need lots of ldquofuelrdquo Thatrsquos why Clemson offers six meal options to satisfy difshyferent eating habits Unlimited Access allows you to go to the dining halls as often as you like anytime theyrsquore open If you want anything from three meals a day to unlimited snacking this is the plan for you On the Any-Fifteen Plan you can choose 15 of the 21 meals offered each week If you have a hectic schedule or like to grab a bite
Dining Halls
All meal plans can be used in Harcombe Food Court Schilletter Dining Hall or Clemson House Harcombe and Schilletter serve all day so no matter what your schedule yoursquoll find food when you find the time
Harcombe
Monday-Friday Harcombe is closed on weekends
Breakfast 700-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-800 pm (Mon-Thurs)425-700 pm (Fri)
Schilletter
Monday-Friday Breakfast 700-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-800 pm (Sun-Thurs)425-700 pm (Fri-Sat)
Cookie Break 930-1030 pm (Mon-Thurs)
Saturday Breakfast 800-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-700 pm
Sunday Breakfast 800-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-800 pm
Cookie Break 930-1030 pm
Clemson House
If yoursquore looking for more of a restaurant atshymosphere try the Clemson House There are four ways you can choose to pay for your meal You may use your meal plan as a cash equivalency to purchase a-la-carte meals (Unlimited Access used once per meal period and only for the ldquostudent specialrdquo entree at the Clemson House) you may select the student special on your meal plan you may pay in cash or you may use the Tiger 1 Card
Monday-Friday Breakfast 700-930 am
Lunch 1100 am-130 pm
Dinner 430-730 pm
Saturday Breakfast 800-930 am
Lunch 1100 am-130 pm
Dinner 430-730 pm
Sunday Brunch 1030 am-130 pm
Dinner 430-730 pm
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here and there the Any-Ten Plan lets you choose 10 of the 21 meals offered each week
The Unlimited Access Plus Any Ten and Plus Any Fifteen plans offer the same benefits as their counterparts with one big difference They add ldquoPaw Pointsrdquo to your TigerStripe Account which can be used the same as cash at any dining facility on campus Check the Dining Services Web site at wwwclemsonedudining for a complete list of places to eat
26
Beds Aloft
Whatrsquos a loft Itrsquos a raised frame built up from the floor to hold a bed Students like them because they provide more floor space for things such as futons and TVs
However using a lofted bed means that you may be sleeping as much as five feet off the floor and thatrsquos a long way down Because of these safety concerns our enthusiasm for lofts is limited Many factors are involved in designing a safe loft and there are significant risks involved in using an improperly designed or constructed loft Conseshyquently we strongly discourage the construction and use of ldquohomemaderdquo lofts But we provide two options as alternatives to building your own loft
First much of the bed furniture that we provide is modular and already designed to be bunkable andor loftable This furniture has been properly enshygineered and built with strength and safety in mind Your RA can show you how it works and provide you with any special connectors needed for lofting or bunking This is definitely the preferred way to go from the standpoint of safety and convenience
Second if you want to rent or purchase a loft we suggest you use one of the services provided by either the University Bookstore or Student Govshyernment To rent lofts from Collegiate Concepts (sponsored by Student Government) visit www loftconceptscom or call 1-888-929-0806 Collegiate Concepts offers a pre-delivery service so the loft can be delivered to your room (unassembled) before you arrive The University Bookstore has literature available on a company called Timbernest or go onshyline to wwwtimbernestcom for more information on their lofts Clemsonrsquos college code for Timbernest is CF74 Details on pricing delivery and pickup are available from each company
However if you still intend to build your own loft we insist that you use specific construction guidelines which are available on our Web site at wwwhousingclemsonedu Printed copies are also available from the University Housing office These are strict construction guidelines mdash and for your safety and the safety of others mdash they are not negoshytiable
Lofts may be used in most traditional resishydence halls Outside lofts (purchased rented or constructed) are NOT allowed in any of the apartshyment areas the Greek Community on the Quad the Clemson House or any of the suite-style buildshyings However all of these areas are furnished with modular furniture that is bunkable andor loftable
Leave ldquoFluffyrdquo at Home
Unless ldquoFluffyrdquo is the name of your fish you canrsquot bring him to live in your room The only pets you may have in the residence halls or apartments are fish (tank size limited to 10 gallons or less) That means no dogs no cats no lizards no snakes no frogs no monkeys no birds Campus life just doesnrsquot suit having a pet Many of your fellow students are allergic to anishymals and most animals carry parasites such as fleas ticks and mites
One of the saddest things on campus is the growing number of stray cats and the wild kittens they produce Some strays are here because softshyhearted students saw the cute little kittens and took them back to their room only to be cited for a rule violation and charged $50 There are also students who abandon their pets at the end of the school year It is sad to see these strays but keep in mind that when you feed them they will start to depend on you for their meals So if you truly love animals donrsquot become a part of the problem
When you see an abandoned animal conshytact a Housing representative Wersquoll try to find it a good home or it will be taken to a local shelter for adoption
Wild Things
Parts of the University are in wooded areas where many woodland creatures make their home Yoursquoll see an occasional squirrel scampershying around and sometimes even catch a glimpse of a skunk or opossum However if an animal beshycomes confrontational stay calm leave quickly and report it to the nearest Housing official
Bugging Out
If yoursquore from a colder climate get ready for a shock If yoursquore from the South yoursquove seen them before bugs We love South Carolinarsquos mild winters but so do the bugs These pests can be aggravating but if we work together we
Fish Tales
can control the problem The University has a contract with a privately owned pest control company Buildings are inspected monthly and treated as needed
You can also help fight these little invaders Be aware of how pests enter your room Someshytimes they come in with items that have been stored outside or in a book bag that was left in the grass with food inside Or they might venture in through opened doors or windows Once inshyside theyrsquoll find food and water and yoursquoll have bugs for roommates These are some additional things you can do
bull Report sightings of pests to the Housing Mainshytenance Office at (864) 656-5450
bull Keep all opened food items sealed in plastic containers
Wh
atrsquos
In a
nd
Ou
t
27
Saf
ety
Ru
les
at C
U
Play It
Safe
29
bull Keep all makeup and toiletry containers closed bull Keep your room clean bull Empty your trash can daily bull Work to reduce pest entryways bull Turn in maintenance problems promptly bull Wipe up spills as they occur bull Clean the refrigerator regularly (and in apartshy
ments donrsquot forget the stoves sinks and counter-tops too)
Be a Tiger Conservationist
When you live in University housing we ask you to practice good environmental and consershyvation habits Make efficient use of all resources Conserving water and electricity are two of the most important things you can do to make a positive imshypact such as not letting the water run in the sink while you brush your teeth or shave
Always put trash in its proper place Littering (inside or outside the buildings) is not permitted under any circumstances In short take responsibilshyity for your own actions If you make a mess please clean it up
We also ask you to reduce recycle and reuse materials whenever possible The University has an award-winning recycling program in which all facshyulty staff and students make a difference University Housing also promotes the Lighten Your Load proshygram at the end of the spring semester This program allows students to donate unwanted items to local charities which decreases the number of things they have to take home or store Itrsquos also a worthwhile opportunity to help others
As you spend your time in University buildshyings and around campus look for ways to support sustainable living and get involved in helping to conserve our precious natural resources
On Campus
Clemson is a small friendly community with little violent crime and fewer of the crime and safety problems that plague larger cities However neither the University nor the community is crime free The problems of drug and alcohol abuse acquaintance rape and other crimes affect every campus community
Thatrsquos why Clemson University has a professhysional police force of more than 30 full-time police officers who are graduates of the SC Criminal Justice Academy Theyrsquore more than just ldquocampus security officersrdquo As commissioned officers they have reporting responsibilities to the University the State Law Enforcement Division (SLED) and the court
Even before passage of the ldquoStudent Right to Know and Campus Security Act of 1990rdquo Clemson voluntarily reported its crime statistics to the FBI and has done so since 1980
Clemson also has a staff of student life proshyfessionals who are continually trained in crime prevention building security personal safety counseling victim assistance student discipline and other areas They ensure that the policies procedures and educational programs are in place to educate students about personal safety and to respond quickly and effectively to problems in campus housing and elsewhere
The campus and its physical facilities are maintained with safety in mind In recent years the University has invested heavily in improved lighting emergency telephones and security-conshyscious landscape design and maintenance In other words Clemson University is committed to proshyviding a safe and secure environment for students faculty and staff
The prompt reporting of crimes is encouraged If you have a problem at Clemson we want to know about it And we work hard to make sure ldquothe systemrdquo will be responsive to your needs
30
Additional information on security policies is contained in the Student Handbook and in the Campus Safety Report which also contains statistics on crime at the University and in the city of Clemson
A Word About Alcohol
One of the greatest potential problems facing all freshmen is the temptation to ldquoparty hardrdquo We want our students to have fun and enjoy themselves but we take a strong stance against not only the use of ilshylegal drugs but also against underage drinking and the abuse of alcohol by those of any age
The legal drinking age in South Carolina is 21 Consequently the possession or consumption of alcoshyhol in any form by anyone under age 21 is against the law and is therefore prohibited on the Clemson University campus Violations of this law and related University policies are considered very serious offensshyes and the penalties can be significant
We say this to you our new students because we want you to be successful in every way here at Clemson Experience has shown us that many students ignore or trivialize the issue of underage drinking Please donrsquot make that mistake This is a serious issue with serious consequences
Sure you can have fun But use your head Have fun legally and use good judgment That way everyshyone wins
Hall Security and Card Access
University Housing has a perimeter card access system installed in all campus residence halls Perimshyeter card access is a system that allows you to use your student ID card to enter certain exterior doors of the residence halls The system is designed to deny enshytrance into the residence halls by people who do not have permission to enter In order for this system to work we need your help Please donrsquot allow anyone to follow you in a door donrsquot allow anyone to use your ID card and never prop open a door for any reason
Your Personal Safety
We make every effort to maintain a safe campus for all students However there are some things you can do for your own safety
bull Walk in groups of two or more after dark bull Never hesitate to use the CUPDrsquos (Clemson
University Police Departmentrsquos) free Escort Sershyvice Call (864) 656-2222
bull Ride the free Clemson Area Transit (CAT) bus sershyvice
bull Walk in well-lighted well-traveled areas bull Make sure someone knows where you are and when
you expect to return bull Dress for freedom of movement mdash donrsquot wear conshy
fining or uncomfortable clothing bull After dark have your keys ready before you get to
your room apartment or car park in a well-lighted area
bull Always look into the back seat of your car and unshyder your car before getting in Also lock your doors while driving
bull Always lock your roomapartment door at night or while sleeping
bull If you receive annoying or obscene phone calls hang up and report the call to the CUPD
bull Always find out who is on the other side of the door before you open it
bull Take note of where the outdoor campus phones are located
Emergency Telephone Numbers
UniversityPoliceDepartment 911
FireDepartment 911
RedfernHealthCenter 656-2233
Ambulance 911
RapeCrisisHotline 868-7599
CAPS 656-2451
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What You Need to Know About Physical and Sexual Assault
These strategies also have been found to help you avoid or prevent assaults
bull Be on the alert be aware of danger early bull Yell flee kick bull Display outrage rather than fear bull If your life is in danger use passive resistance (vomshy
it urinate tell the attacker you are diseased)
If you are a victim or know a victim of an assault follow these guidelines
bull Call police (911) Get medical attention immedishyately At a health-care facility you will be seen by a physician and you can talk with an assault specialshyist (Your identity will be protected at all times)
bull Report the crime to the CUPD Even if you choose not to press charges you may save another victim from the same fate If you think yoursquore going to press charges do not bathe or destroy any evidence such as clothing
bull Try to get an accurate description of the assailantrsquos appearance what was said or any other information that will assist police
ldquoDate rape drugsrdquo are present on most college campuses and they have been found in Clemson Do not take a drink from an open container or from a
drink not prepared in your presence Never leave a drink unattended Know who you are with Report all suspicious acts or persons to CUPD at (864) 656-2222 (or 911) More information about your safety will be available when you arrive on campus For additional information about staying safe keeping your things safe and getting a list of safety tips visit stuaffclemson educupd
Keeping Your Things Safe
bull Before coming to campus have identification numshybers engraved on your valuable belongings such as laptops bikes stereos etc and register them with the CUPD
bull Examine your parentsrsquo homeowners policy and be sure your personal property is insured
bull Always close and lock your doors and windows whenever you go to bed and whenever you leave your room or apartment even if yoursquore just going away for a few minutes Never loan out your key and report a lost key immediately to your RA If you canrsquot find your key see your RA about a recore (See Key Policy on page 35)
bull Donrsquot keep a lot of cash in your room bull Follow all visitation and escort policies bull Register your property with the Police Department
at stuaffclemsoneducupd
32
Fire Safety
Fire safety in a residence hall or apartment is everyonersquos responsibility Itrsquos important that you not only follow fire safety procedures but report all violashytions or fire hazards to your RA immediately bull Smoke only in designated areas NEVER IN BED bull Turn off electric blankets irons lamps and curling
irons right after use bull Never cover lamps with any material for any reason bull Candles and other open flame devices are not
allowed in residence halls or apartments (not even for decoration)
bull Halogen lamps are not permitted in residence halls or apartments
bull Check the smoke detector in your area weekly Go to your hall or apartment front desk for replacement batteries If you have a fire extinguisher in your area check it too
bull Keep hallways and exit paths clear at all times bull Do not overload circuits by plugging too many applishy
ances into one outlet If two or more appliances with a combined wattage of more than 1500 watts are used you must have an Underwriter Laboratory-apshyproved power strip with a built-in circuit breaker (15 amp or less)
bull Extension cords shall not be used as a substitute for permanent wiring
bull Extension cords must not be used in succession or in conjunction with power strips
bull If you see a fire immediately move to a safe area and call 911 to report the fire
bull If your clothing catches on fire drop to the floor and roll back and forth until the flame is out
bull ALWAYS take fire alarms seriously and leave the building by assigned routes
bull Gas grills may not be used or stored in any residential area (including apartments)
bull All curtains decorations or displays used in windows must be made of flame-resistive materials
bull Do not tamper with or remove any fire detection deshyvice and do not hang anything from a sprinkler head
Thatrsquos theRule Since yoursquore new here you probably have a lot
of questions about living on campus This section will give you a better idea of your rights on campus as well as Clemson Universityrsquos regulations put in place for your safety and well-being Our policies are creshyated to make an atmosphere that helps all students enjoy and benefit from their university experience
Alcohol Policy The Universityrsquos policies on the possession and
consumption of alcohol are the same as the municipal ordinances and state and federal laws For students of legal drinking age the University does not restrict the possesshysion or consumption of alcohol in your private residence (your room or apartment) except in certain residence halls designated as alcohol-free However in public areas outside of your residence you may not have an open container of an alcoholic beverage of any kind Public areas include residence hall lobbies utilitystudy rooms hallways and areas immediately outside residence halls and apartments Possession consumption or display of alcohol or alcohol containers is not permitted in any area designated as alshycohol-free A number of residence halls are designated as totally alcohol-free These include Johnstone Main and
Annex Benet Young Geer Sanders Byrnes Lever Manning Smith Barnett Mauldin and Holmes For deshytailed information concerning the consumption of alcohol in University housing contact your RD or area housing office Also refer to your Student Handbook
Asbestos Some areas of University housing have asbestos-conshy
taining materials present A licensed asbestos abatement team manages these materials Students especially those erecting and using lofts should use caution and not disturb any sprayed-on ceiling materials Any questions concernshying the asbestos materials locations and hazards should be referred to the Housing Facilities Office or the Asbestos Abatement Program director at (864) 656-4930 for further clarification
Banners and Signs Hanging banners on residence halls is a good way
to campaign for office announce an event or show your school spirit But before displaying your sign check with your RA or RD to find out where signs may be displayed If you put up a banner yoursquore responsible for taking it down no later than 24 hours after itrsquos ldquoold newsrdquo Be sure all the tape remains are removed too
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pu
s S
avvy
33
bull Keep all outside doors locked Propping outside doors for easy re-entry makes the entire building less secure and is considered a very serious violashytion of policy
bull Keep your room door locked bull Report all suspicious activities and individuals to
the desk staff night security officers and the poshylice
bull Always lock your car and never leave valuables in your car
bull Register your bicycle with the campus police and always lock it securely through the wheels and frame
bull Park your car in the designated lots if you leave it on campus during breaks
Visit stuaffclemsoneducupd for additional inforshymation
34
Candles Incense Fireworks Firearms Inflammables and Explosives
Due to concerns for fire safety and personal safety having or using any items that might be classified under these headshyings is strictly forbidden in University housing Violations of this policy could result in suspension from the University eviction from University housing andor separation from the University
Clearance Cards This term refers to the large card also called a ldquoRoom
Property Certificaterdquo that each resident is required to review and sign during the first 24 hours after moving into University housing The card has a space for you to report any missing or damaged property in your room or apartment Itrsquos very important that you check the card carefully and return it to your RA If you donrsquot at the end of the year you could be held responsible for anything wrong with your room or apartment regardless of its condition when you moved in
Cooking Housing has restrictions against cooking in residence hall
rooms (not apartments) for a couple of reasons 1) Fire safety 2) Sanitation Anything you can prepare in a thermostatically conshy
trolled percolator or a hot-air popcorn popper is legal You may also use the combination microwaverefrigerator-freezer (Microfridge) available for rent from Student Government Any other type of cooking equipment must be stored and used in your residence hall kitchen not in your room Violations of this policy will result in a $50 charge Gas grills may not be used or stored in any residence hall or apartment area
Damages Communal Property Your contract explains that when hallways bathrooms
elevators and other public areas in a residence facility receive undue abuse we expect the assistance of the residents of that area in finding the person(s) responsible When the person(s) cannot be identified all residents will be required to pay a proshyrated share of repairing such damages
Damages Rooms or Apartments As your University Housing Contract explains yoursquore
responsible for any damages that happen in your room or apartment while you live here If damages are accidental you must still pay repair costs When damages are the result of vandalism the person(s) responsible must not only pay for reshypairs but may also face disciplinary proceedings
Drugs All University officials including Housing officials will
assist and cooperate with law enforcement personnel as they
perform their duties in controlling the possession and use of illegal substances on campus Students convicted of violations of state or federal laws are subject to further disciplinary action by the University
Fire Safety On-campus residents can help keep their homes and their
neighbors safe from fire by following all Housing regulations concerning candles fireworks explosives halogen lamps the use of electrical equipment and general safety standards Any student who willfully compromises the safety of fellow residents by tampering with fire safety equipment or sounding false alarms will be subject to criminal prosecution eviction from University housing andor separation from the Univershysity Students who fail to evacuate when an alarm sounds are also subject to disciplinary action
Furniture Removal Every piece of furniture in your room or apartment at the
time you move in must stay in the roomapartment for the entire time you live there You may not remove store or trade furnishings There is an automatic $50 charge for violating this policy
Guns See ldquoCandles Incense Fireworks etcrdquo
Harassment It is the policy of Clemson University to conduct and
provide programs activities and services to students faculty and staff in an atmosphere free from racial or sexual harassshyment Harassment is any behavior that would verbally or physically threaten torment badger heckle or persecute an individual because of hisher race or gender Harassment of University faculty staff students or visitors is prohibited and shall subject the offender to appropriate disciplinary action Students who feel that they have been subjected to racial or sexual harassment should seek advice from the Office of Human Resources
Housing Contract You are required to sign a University Housing Contract
each year when you reserve a room or apartment and itrsquos important that you read your copy carefully Be sure you unshyderstand that the contract is binding for an entire academic year You canrsquot move off campus after first semester unless you meet very specific conditions outlined in the contract If yoursquore thinking about moving off campus talk with someone in University Housing before you make your plans
Incident Reports Residentapartment assistants and resident directors are
charged with the responsibility of confronting and working with students who break University or Housing policies Such violations are documented through incident reports which are completed and submitted by RAs and RDs Once a student violates a policy and an incident report is completed a Housing administrator deshycides how the infraction is to be handled Violations of policy may be dealt with administratively or through the Office of Student Conduct
Key Policy When you first report to your room or apartment yoursquoll be
issued one key free of charge If you lose your key and need a temshyporary replacement you may check one out from the desk for your area If you donrsquot find your lost key within 24 hours your lock must be changed and new keys cut The resulting cost is $50 When you check out of University housing your key must be returned or rekeying will be necessary and you will be charged for the service
Ledges Roofs Attics and Equipment Rooms The University Housing Contract expressly describes
these areas as ldquooff-limitsrdquo In the interest of your personal safety we expect your cooperation in this matter
Lofts Lofts may be used in most traditional residence hall
rooms See page 26 for more details on lofts Lofting is NOT permitted in Holmes McCabe or the Stadium Resishydence halls the Clemson House the Greek Community on the Quad or any of the apartment areas
Lounges Many residence hall lounges are open for use by all
residents on an unlimited basis Others however may be reserved for private gatherings of residents or student orshyganizations through the appropriate area office
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11
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3
7
8 9
56 4
D
CP-3
P-4
E-3
E-10
E-5
E-14
E-7
E-4
E-6
E-8E-9
E-11
E-12
E-16
E-32E-15
R-2 R-3C-12C-5C-4
C-9C-7
C-6
C-10C-3C-13
D
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Quiet Hours Quiet hours are in effect 24 hours a day Strict quiet hours
are in effect from 700 pm until 800 am meaning there should be no disturbing noise in the residence halls and apartshyments At least one week before final exams and through the examination period strict quiet hours are to be observed 24 hours a day
Roofs See ldquoLedges Roofs Attics etcrdquo
Room and Apartment Changes
Employee (Green Permit) Restricted as Posted Commuting Student (Orange Permit) and Employee Resident Student (Blue Permit)No room or apartment changes may be made unless a
formal request has been submitted to the Housing office and approval has been received Performing an illegal room change
Parking Designations
Apartment (Purple Permit) Clemson House Resident Student (Purple Permit)
carries an automatic charge of $50 Questions about changes may be directed at any time to the assistant director of housshying administrative services-assignments at 200 Mell Hall Call (864) 656-2295 to make an appointment
Sales and Solicitation To protect your right to privacy in your residence hall
room or apartment the University has strict guidelines on fund-raisers promotions or sales on campus All solicitation must be approved by the Office of Programs and Activities so be sure to contact this office at (864) 656-4636 or 656-4357 if you have a sale or fund-raiser in mind Also if your right to privacy in your hall or apartment is ever violated by a door-toshydoor canvasser please report it immediately to the RA or RD for your area
Showers Members of the opposite sex are not allowed to use the
shower facilities of the residence halls that are served by comshymunal bathrooms
Smoke-free Halls All residence halls are designated as totally smoke-free
areas Apartment areas are self-regulated in regard to smoking
Visitation Members of the opposite sex are allowed in rooms and
apartments every day based upon the visitation for that area All residence halls with communal baths have a Standard Visshyitation plan 1000-200 am every day Areas with private or suite baths have a Self-Regulated plan that allows occupants to set visitation hours by mutual agreement at the beginning of each year or whenever occupancy changes
Window TreatmentsDisplays All curtains decorations or displays used in windows must
be made of flame-resistive materials
Emergency Call Station
C-11
C-2 E-2
R-1
19 E-20
R-4 E-1
21
15
A 20 E-13 22
14A 16
C-1 12 P-2
17 13
P-1 18
BB
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Employee (Green Permit)Restricted as PostedCommuting Student (Orange Permit) and EmployeeResident Student (Blue Permit)Apartment (Purple Permit)Clemson House Resident Student (Purple Permit)Emergency Call Station
Parking Designations
P-1
P-2
E-2
E-1
E-10
E-13
E-20
R-1
R-4
C-1
C-2
A
B
Campus Map
E-8 E-9 P-4
C-11 C-4 C-5 E-7C C-12 R-2 R-3
P-3
E-3 C-13 C-3 C-10
C-7 C-9
E-4
E-16 C-6 DE-14
E-15 E-32
E-5
E-12
E-6
E-11
1 Johnstone A and A Annex
The Suites 2 McCabe 3 Holmes 4 Stadium Residence Hall
The Shoeboxes 5 Geer 6 Sanders 7 Benet 8 Young 9 Cope
10 Clemson House
Bryan Mall 11 Mauldin 12 Barnett 13 Smith 14 Manning 15 Lever 16 Byrnes
The Apartments 17 Calhoun Courts 18 Thornhill Village 19 Lightsey Bridge I 20 Lightsey Bridge II
Clemsonrsquos Greek Community on the Quad 21 Bowen 22 Bradley 23 Donaldson 24 Wannamaker 25 Norris 26 Simpson North 27 Simpson South
28 Hendrix Student Center
Dining Halls 29 Schilletter 30 Harcombe 31 Clemson House
Coming to
Campus Get
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Campus Entry A
From Anderson on Highway 76 Pass the SC National Guard (on right) at stopshylight turn left onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) From EasleyGreenville on Highway 123 Turn left onto Highway 76 at the Ramada Inn Go under Highway 93 (do not exit) at stoplight turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road the next road to the right) From Central on Highway 93 Exit onto Highway 76 toward Anderson Stay right at stoplight turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road)
Campus Entry B
From Anderson on Highway 76 Exit onto Highway 93 Clemson University Exit From EasleyGreenville on Highway 123 Exit onto Highway 93 at Clemson University Exit From Seneca on Highway 123 Follow Highway 123 Turn right on Highway 76 Turn right onto Highway 93 at Clemson University Exit From Central on Highway 93 Go straight onto camshypus
Campus Entry C
From Seneca on Highway 123 Bear right onto Highway 93 to Clemson University Go across bridge turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road)
Campus Entry D
From Seneca on Highway 123 Bear right onto Highway 93 to Clemson University Go across bridge pass Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) turn right at next stoplight onto Williamson Road
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Bryan Mall Byrnes Manning Lever Smith Barnett and Mauldin Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station turn right at Cherry Road Turn left into Bryan Mall at stop sign If parking is full you may park in the green spaces along Cherry Road
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass football stadium and Strom Thurmond Institute turn left onto Cherry Road Enter Bryan Mall by turning left at stop sign If parking is full you may park in the green spaces along Cherry Road Pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
The Stadium Residence Hall and the Shoeboxes Cope Benet Young Geer and Sanders Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station go through traffic signal at Cherry Road pass Strom Thurmond Institute and turn right onto Williamson Road Follow Williamson Road to stop sign Continue straight after stop sign turn right on South Palmetto Boulevard and imshymediately turn left into Sirrine parking lot or go straight on Williamson Road until Fort Hill Street turn right and park behind Geer or Sanders halls
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Go past the football stadium (on your left) and turn left onto Williamson Road You can then either turn right onto South Palmetto Boulevard and immediately left into the Sirrine parking lot or you can take a chance on finding a slot in the loading docks behind the halls by continushying on Williamson Road and turning right onto Fort Hill Street Pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
Johnstone Hall Sections A and A Annex
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to the second stoplight veer left toward Tillman Hall You will approach Tillman Hall You can either park on the street near Tillman or behind Tillman You may pick up your key in the University Union loggia
Holmes and McCabe Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to the second stoplight veer left toward Tillman Hall turn left at Calhoun Drive and turn right at Fort Hill Street
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry D Turn right onto Williamson Road and left onto Fort Hill Street Park in any available space and pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
Lightsey Bridge
From Anderson EasleyGreenville and Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station turn right onto Lightsey Bridge Road
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass football stadium Strom Thurmond Institute Cherry Road and Resident Parking Lot turn left onto Lightsey Bridge Road Report to desk at Lightsey Bridge Commons Building to check in and pick up your key
Thornhill Village
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Turn at the first left onto Newman Road Park near assigned apartment report to Thornhill Village Commons Building to check in and pick up key Residents may leave cars parked in adjashycent resident spaces after unloading
Calhoun Courts
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Turn at first left onto Newman Road Go through Thornhill Village turn right onto Morrison Street Park and walk to Calhoun Courts Commons Building to check in and get your key You may then move your car to the street near your apartshyment to unload
Clemson House
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to first stoplight turn right onto North Palmetto Boushylevard You can follow that road to the front of Clemson House or turn right immediately on Lee Street and turn left on Daniel Drive Pick up your key at the front desk You may park in any marked space to unload
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Call UsBarnett Hall Lightsey Bridge I Apartments Desk 656-2130 Desk 656-1150 RD Office 858-4230 RD Office
Benet Hall Lightsey Bridge II Apartments Desk 656-2349 Desk 656-1150 RD Office 858-8614 RD Office
Byrnes Hall Manning Hall Desk 656-2140 Desk 656-2311 RD Office 656-0420 RD Office
Calhoun Courts Apartments Mauldin Hall Desk 656-2341 Desk 656-2130 RD Office 656-0421 RD Office
Clemson House McCabe Hall Desk 656-2075 Desk 656-1767 RD Office 656-1841 RD Office
Cope Hall Sanders Hall Desk 656-4800 Desk 656-2403 RD Office 858-8434 RD Office
Greek Community on the Quad Smith Hall Desk 656-0528 Desk 656-2130
RD Office 656-7578 RD Office
Geer Hall Stadium Residence Hall
Desk 656-2404 Desk 656-4800
RD Office 858-8614 RD Office
Holmes Hall Thornhill Village Apartments
Desk 656-1767 Desk 656-1257
RD Office 656-4386 RD Office
Johnstone A Young Hall
Desk 656-2366 Desk 656-2410
RD Office 858-8822 RD Office
Lever Hall Desk 656-7325 RD Office 656-0419
656-0422
656-0422
656-0670
656-5441
858-8448
858-8861
858-4230
656-4817
656-1258
858-8861
Additional University Phone Numbers Admissions 656-2287 Bookstore 656-2050 Bursarrsquos Office 656-2321 Career Center 656-6000 Computer Center Help Desk 656-3494 Counseling and Psychological
Services 656-2451 Fike Recreation Center 656-2315 Financial Aid 656-2280 Graduate Admissions 656-3195 Honors College 656-4762 ID Services 656-0763 International Programs
and Services 656-3614 Library 656-3027 Maintenance and Custodial 656-5450 Parking Services 656-2270 Pest Control 656-5450 Post Office 656-2351 Registrar 656-2171 ResCom Support 656-5441 Student Disability Services 656-6848 Student Government 656-2195 Telecommunications 656-2600 Visitors Center 656-4789
Main Housing Office (864) 656-2295 FAX (864) 656-7615
Additional information is available at our Web site wwwhousingclemsonedu
Equal Opportunity in Programs and Activities Federal laws prohibit discrimination under programs and activshy
ities receiving federal financial assistance The statutes listed below are applicable to Clemson University and provide in part
Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 ldquoNo person in the United States shall on the ground of race
color or national origin be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 ldquoNo person in the United States shall on the basis of sex be
excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subshyjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ldquoNo otherwise qualified disabled individual in the United
States shall solely by reason of their disability be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Clemson University Statement Regarding Nondiscrimination
Clemson University does not discriminate against any indishyvidual or group of individuals on the basis of age color disability gender national origin race religion sexual orientation or vetershy
anrsquos status
Clemson University conducts its programs and activities involving admission and treatment of students employment teachshying research and public service in a nondiscriminatory manner as prescribed by federal law and regulation
Inquiries concerning the above may be addressed to President Clemson University Clemson South Carolina 29634 or Director Office for Civil Rights Department of Education Washington DC 20201
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HomeDonrsquot Leave Without It
Herersquos a checklist of things to consider bringing for your room or apartmenthellip
Alarm clock Bathrobe Blankets Book bagbackpack Can opener Cleaning supplies Coffee pothot pot Desk lamp (not halogen) Electrical surge protector Fan First-aid supplies Flashlight Hairdryer Hot-air popcorn popper Iron Ironing board Lap desk Laundry supplies (detergent laundry basket hangers)
University Housing 200 Mell Hall Box 344075 Clemson SC 29634-4075 (864) 656-2295 FAX (864) 656-7615
wwwhousingclemsonedu
Laptop Mattress cover (extra-long for a twin bed) Pillows Plastic storage containers Radio Raincoat Room decorations (no candles or incense) School supplies Sheets (extra-long for twin bed) Shower caddy Telephone Television with cable cord Toiletries Towels Trash can Umbrella Vacuum cleaner
Required
8
Did You Call
Bring your own telephone Two teleshyphone jacks are provided in each residence hall room and apartments have three Each apartment or residence hall room has one phone number that you will share with your roommate(s) Free voice mail is provided and charges for local phone services are included in the housing rental fee We also have an optional discounted long-distance service If you didnrsquot receive information about the long-distance service call the Office of Telecommunications at (864) 656-2550 for details On campus email TelecomServices-Lclemsonedu to report telephone line maintenance The Univershysity will service your telephone line but not your telephone
Leave It at Home
We want to keep the residence halls as safe as possible so there are some things we just canrsquot allow in your room
bull Candles (not even as decoration) bull Halogen lamps
bull Microwave ovenscooking appliances (except Microfridges thermostatically controlled percolators and hot-air popshycorn poppers)
bull Electrical fixtures such as ceiling fans or track lighting
bull Parachute canopies on the ceiling bull Pets (except fish in a 10-gallon tank or
smaller)
We also have a few rules to help protect the room and walls from interior decorators who get carried away mdash
bull Posters should be hung with white ldquoplasshytic tackrdquo No tape nails or tacks can be used on the walls
bull All lofts and any other personal furniture must be ldquofree-standingrdquo and must not be attached in any way to the walls ceiling or other room fixtures
Many areas have bed frames that can be bunked or lofted but check with your RA first to see if your beds are bunkable and how they work Keep in mind that evshyery few weeks your room will be inspected The date and time of these inspections will be posted 24 hours in advance
The Clemson
Family
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ares
9
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You Can Count on Us
One of the unique things about Clemson is that even though itrsquos a large university it feels more like a family Becoming a Clemson Tiger is an experience that will stay with you for a lifeshytime There are a lot of activities going on at Clemson and plenty of different people to enjoy them with you
Think of the residence hall as your ldquoneighborhoodrdquo and the University as your ldquotownrdquo In addition to groups and organizations for a number of different social concerns political causes religions hobbies sports and special interests the University offers educational activities such as stress management reacutesumeacute-writing workshops Black History Month Alcohol Awareness Month and AIDS Awareness Day Take your pick or help plan your own
Clemson is well-known for its mission of service to the people of South Carolina and stushydents are right out front with participation in blood drives events for local charities recycling clothing and food drives and many other projects You can learn something and have fun in hundreds of activities mdash and itrsquos a great way to meet people with the same interests
Wersquoll make sure you have all the help you need to settle into your new Clemson life The University Housing office employs close to 600 people to assist you in day-to-day living Best of all you can get help with a lot of your questions or problems from someone right on your floor Your RA can either answer your questions or refer you to someone who can
RAs
Resident assistants (RAs) are undergradushyate students who serve as a link between you and the Housing Office University Housing employs one (or more) RAs for each floor or area Their No 1 priority is to help you make your Clemson experience the best it can be RAs give advice keep you informed and help you learn whatrsquos what at Clemson And someshytimes your RA is just someone to listen when you need to talk
RDs
Resident directors (RDs) are gradushyate students who live in each housing area and supervise the RAs and desk assistants
in that area They are responsible for the overall management of the residence halls or apartment communities and are the local repshyresentatives for University Housing
ACs
Area coordinators (ACs) are full-time professional Housing employees who live in the various residential communities and supervise the RDs and the activities of the (satellite) area housing offices
CU Police
The Clemson University Police Departshyment is here to protect you In addition security officers are assigned to each residence hall and apartment area Itrsquos a comfort to know that these officers periodically patrol the premises throughout the night
Control Desks
A ldquocontrolrdquo desk is the main operations center for a given housing area Student desk assistants (DAs) staff these control desks for the residence halls and apartment areas They greet guests issue keys take maintenance reshyquests and answer the main phone
Maintenance Services
University Housing employs a full-time staff for maintenance in all residential areas You can easily recognize the maintenance staff members by their uniform If you need to request maintenance services fill out a Mainshytenance Request Form at the front desk call
(864) 656-5450 or go online to wwwhousing clemsonedu Occasionally contractors will perform specialized maintenance services For emergency maintenance service contact your RA or RD
Custodial Services
Although yoursquore responsible for keeping your room clean University Housing emshyploys a custodial staff to clean all common areas such as lounges hallways and commushynal bathrooms Yoursquoll see the same face on a regular basis because one custodian is assigned to your area Take the time to meet your hall area custodian He or she is an important part of your community
If custodial services are needed in your building call (864) 656-5450 For emergency custodial services contact your RA or RD We appreciate your assistance in keeping your common areas clean
in a Dayrsquos Work Hall
All
for
On
e
13
Residence Hall Association
The Clemson University Residence Hall Association (RHA) is right at home workshying for you RHA is the student voice for housing concerns programming and leadershyship opportunities We invite all students to participate in this group Logon to www housingclemsonedurha for more information
RHA funds are raised through linen comforter sales final exam kits and several other fund-raising programs The sale of linshyens is handled by a national company called On-Campus Marketing To find out more or to place an order just go online to wwwrhl orgclu or call 1-800-957-4338
Residence Hall Councils
If yoursquore looking for a group to join you donrsquot have to look any further than your
own residence hall The Residence Hall Council (RHC) is made up of elected or apshypointed representatives from every hall and apartment complex The RHC organizes programs and makes recommendations on housing policies Contact your RA or RD if yoursquore interested in serving Get involved
Student Employees
You may be able to find a job right in your own residential area University Housing hires enrolled students as front-desk assistants office workers student program assistants ResCom computing consultants weekend custodians maintenance assistants and resident assistants Talk to your RA about job opportunities with University Housing if yoursquod like more information
14
Hall Meetings
Your resident assistant wants to keep you informed so sometimes all the residents in a hall or area will meet to hear whatrsquos up or to discuss things Your RA will put up posters to let you know when a hall or area meeting is scheduled If you canrsquot make the meeting check with your RA to catch up
Student Judicial Boards
Some people donrsquot play ldquofairrdquo When that happens the University has to step in Student peer review boards hear cases of alleged misconshyduct that occur within and outside of University housing These boards are made up of students and they work in cooperation with Student Government and the Office of Student Conshyduct If yoursquore interested in serving on one of these boards call the Office of Student Conduct at (864) 656-0510
Holiday Breaks
Sometimes itrsquos impossible or impractical for our students to travel home during breaks Residence halls and apartments are open over spring and fall breaks as well as the Thanksshygiving holiday There are fewer staff members around but security officers keep their regular
schedules Residence halls are closed between the fall and spring semesters from the morning after December graduation until early January Look for information related to holidays in the Clemson Home newsletter which will come to you through your RA and by email
Visitation
The times that members of the opposite sex can visit your room are designated as either ldquostandardrdquo or ldquoself-regulatedrdquo visitation dependshying on where you live Check with your RA to be sure In the residence halls you have to escort your guest to and from the room and you must be in the room during the visit If yoursquod like to have some of your old friends (or a brother or sister) hang out with you for the weekend be sure to talk to your roommate first and see if the visit fits with his or her plans However overnight visits by members of the opposite sex are not permitted in halls with communal baths If you want to have a guest for more than two consecutive nights or a guest who visits frequently yoursquoll need to obtain writshyten permission from a Housing official Please see your University Housing Contract for more details on Clemsonrsquos visitation policies The bottom line is mutual respect for everyone
Common Ground
15
At Clemson there are students from all over the United States and 80 other countries
Regardless of where our students come from they have many of the same goals and ideals mdash they want a great educational experishyence and a chance to grow as members of the global community We believe our strength as a Clemson ldquofamilyrdquo comes from sharing different ideas and experiences that broaden our view of the world In University Housing we support this educational process We are personally and professionally committed to encouraging accepshytance and celebrating these differences within our communities
Each unique aspect of yours and your neighborrsquos is valuable mdash whether itrsquos political affiliation regional ties race ethnicity cultural or national origin religious beliefs sexual orishyentation gender age mental andor physical challenges socioeconomic class academic class personality types etc We encourage you to get into the spirit of the Clemson community by mdash
Keeping an open mind(Donrsquot make assumptions about others You could be wrong)
Challenging yourself(Get to know people who are different from you)
Asking questions(Donrsquot be afraid or embarrassed People welshycome questions)
Accepting that your values may conflict with anotherrsquos values(You can accept othersrsquo values without agreeing with them)
Attending diverse University events and Housing-sponsored programs (Education doesnrsquot stop inside the classshyroom and it can be FUN)
Inappropriate behaviors or acts of intolershyance will be confronted Any action that stifles another personrsquos responsible expression of hisher individuality interferes with everyonersquos opportunities for growth Join us in maintainshying your right to be yourself and to learn by interacting with others When you protect the rights of one you advance the primary goal of all mdash education Here at Clemson itrsquos all for one and one for all
16
Roomshymates Respect Is the Key
Living with a roommate doesnrsquot have to be a ldquobig dealrdquo The most important thing is that you keep an open mind and learn to respect each other Get to know your new roommate the same as you would any other new person You already know that both of you want a Clemson education So just take it from there
Talk About It
Want to know how to get along with roomshymates Talk to them Itrsquos the most important thing you can do in a relationship If something is bothering you the sooner you talk about it the sooner yoursquoll be able to work it out After all no one can read your mind and you canrsquot read anyone elsersquos
Lend an Ear
Sometimes itrsquos just one of those days Try to understand why your roommate may have reacted a certain way It may have nothing to do with you Maybe he or she is having a tough time and just needs someone to listen mayshybe your roommate can do the same for you
Take a Breather
Everyone needs a little space occasionally mdash time to be alone and just think things out Keep that in mind and give each other time for privacy You can fill your need for peace and quiet while your roommate is in class or at a club meeting Be User Friendly
We each have our own ideas about sharing our things Take the time to ask before you borshyrow things that belong to your roommate Itrsquos an even better idea to talk this out up front and agree on whatrsquos community property and whatrsquos off limits
Share Your Neat Ideas
You may have your own version of a clean room but make sure you share that ldquovisionrdquo with your roommate The two of you should decide together whatrsquos a comfortable level of clean
18
At Your
Service
Fin
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Think About It
There are lots of things you should discuss with your roommate as soon as you get settled in For example
bull Do you expect the room to be more of a social space where friends can hang out or more of a study space where you can concenshytrate on class work
bull Are you a night owl or an early bird How late may guests stay
bull How do you want to handle visits by boyshyfriendsgirlfriends
bull Will you be around on the weekends What are your expectations about those times
Of course therersquos more you need to talk about but you get the idea Talk about your concerns before they become issues
The Clemson campus ldquocommunityrdquo has most of the things you need for day-to-day living right on campus If you donrsquot see the sershyvice you need listed below your RA can point you in the right direction
Got Cash
Carolina First Wachovia BBampT and Bank of America all have 24-hour automated teller machines adjacent to the Dillard Buildshying (near the HolmesMcCabe area and the Shoeboxes) Bank of America and the State Credit Union have ATMs behind Byrnes Hall Wachovia has one in the Hendrix Center and First Citizens has one in the University Union loggia If your home bank has VISAMaster-Card Cirrus AFFN Honor or Plus System bank cards you can access funds from home
and your parents can make direct deposits into your account Dollar-bill change machines are located in the Dillard Building and are in most of the residence halls and apartments In adshydition Carolina First Bank has a full-service branch on the lower level of the Hendrix Center
TigerStripe Accounts
The TigerStripe Account program lets you deposit money into an account and use the Tiger 1 Card as a prepaid debit card on or off campus You can use it at the Bookstore the laundry and the dining facilities You can even buy your concert tickets with it In fact there are over 300 locations on and off campus that accept the Tiger 1 Card Visit wwwtiger1 clemsonedu for more details about the benefits offered by your Tiger 1 Card
20
Getting Hungry
When your appetite takes over yoursquoll find several spots on campus to tame your hunger The Canteen and Loggia Latte in the University Union and the Fernow Street Cafeacute located beshytween Riggs and Freeman halls are convenient places to go for a quick meal Paw Mart in the University Union is also a handy refreshment stop for snacks and drinks Therersquos also Chilirsquos Too loshycated next to the Harcombe Dining Hall And be sure to check out the food court in the Hendrix Center and the Java City coffee shop in the Cooper Library Cornershop in the Hendrix Censhyter is another stop for a tasty snack Schilletter Dining Hall is behind the Hendrix Center and the Clemson House Dining Hall is across from Bowman Field Snack amp Stax in Cooper Library features convenience store items a selection of beverages and a variety of snacks If yoursquore lookshying for a special place to dine with friends donrsquot forget about Seasons by the Lake at the Madren Center
The Center of Attention
The Hendrix Student Center has lots of atshytractions for busy active students and itrsquos a great place to meet and mingle The center is named for Clemson alumnus and life member of the Board of Trustees Leon J Hendrix and is located on East Campus next to Schilletter Dining Hall near the residence halls and apartments
The center includes a student lounge meetshying rooms and a five-vendor food court You can also take in a movie in the 154-seat theater and two ballrooms accommodate functions for stushydent organizations and conferences The Hendrix Center is also the home to the University Teleshycommunications office the University Bookstore the Student Union administrative offices the Harvey and Lucinda Gantt Intercultural Center and the Michelinreg Career Center as well as a full-service branch of Carolina First Bank
Check It Out
Cooper Library has become one of the most popular places for students on campus Not only can you find books articles DVDs and more
you can get research help at the Reference Desk Then you can take your laptop and meet with your study group on the balcony while you enjoy a latte from Java City The library also has scanners a fax machine photocopiers and private group study rooms
Cooper Library is open 24 hours a day from Sunday at 1000 am until Friday at midnight Saturday hours are 1000 am to midnight For more information go to wwwlibclemsonedu or call (864) 656-1557
Getting Around
With Clemsonrsquos mild climate biking is a popular means of transportation Bike racks are located outside the residence halls Yoursquoll need a lock to secure your bike to the racks and it should be registered with the Clemson University Police Department (CUPD) Bikes may be kept inside only if they are in your individual room or apartshyment Mopeds may be parked in outdoor bicycle racks but may not be brought inside
Cars motorcycles mopeds and motor scootshyers must have a parking permit which is available from Parking Services and they must be parked in appropriately marked spaces If yoursquore bringing a vehicle to campus donrsquot forget to apply for a parking permit
Remember mopeds may not be brought inside any building and riding is prohibited on sidewalks All walkways are also off limits to skateboards bicycles rollerblades skates or similar items
Come on and Take a Free Ride
The city of Clemson provides a free shuttle bus service on and off campus called CAT (Clemson Area Transit) CAT is the largest fare-free public transit system in the nation In 2000 and 2005 it was selected as the ldquoBest Transit Systemrdquo in the state by the SC Department of Transportation Each CAT bus is equipped with a bike rack in case you need to temporarily switch gears (and vehicles)
CAT Bus Hours
Monday-Friday 622-300 am Saturday 800 pm-300 am Sunday 500 pm-300 am
Call (864) 654-CATS (2287) for more inshyformation and a system map The CAT office is located at 1200 Tiger Boulevard Suite 2
Yoursquove Got Mail
Each student will need to rent a post office box at the University Post Office located in the University Union You can sign up for a post office box online when you pay your fees The University will send you an email with your asshysigned box number and other information Post office boxes are rented from August to August In the summer mail is forwarded to your home address If you have questions please call (864) 656-2351 or email studpoclemsonedu
Laundry Day
Washers and dryers are provided on the ground level of each residence hall in Bryan Mall Calhoun Courts Commons Lightsey Bridge Comshymons and Thornhill Village Commons also have laundry facilities Clemson House has washers and dryers available in the basement Students who live on West Campus use the washers and dryers in the Dillard Building in the basement of
Holmes Hall and on the first floor of Stadium Resshyidence Hall Washers and dryers are also available in all the residence halls in the Greek Community on the Quad Donrsquot forget to bring your own iron and ironing board
The Healthy Way
Not feeling well Take a trip to Redfern Health Center Redfern consists of three divisions Medical Services Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) and Health EducationAlcohol and Drug Education All students who take seven or more credit hours during the fall and spring semesters are required to pay a health fee of $125 per semester If you register for three or more credit hours during each summer session you must pay a health fee of $45 per summer session The health fee provides for the professional services of the physicians psychologists and nurse pracshytitioners and for reduced costs of lab X-ray and pharmacy services The health fee also provides a secondary urgent-care insurance benefit that pays up to $500 per incident for expenses incurred in the treatment of urgent problems that arise when Redfern Health Center is closed
Primary health-care services are available Monday-Friday 800 am-500 pm You can be seen throughout the day by appointment at (864)
656-1541 The Nurses Clinic is available if you donrsquot have an appointment At this clinic yoursquoll be assessed by a nurse and receive care After hours if you have questions about your health-care needs you can call the Nursewise Line at 1-888-525-1333
Emergency transportation is provided by the Clemson University ambulance which is staffed with licensed EMTs 24 hours a day seven days a week After-hours health-care providers available (at your expense) include Anderson Area Medical Center Clemson Health Center (a private urgent health-care facility) Palmetto Baptist Medical Center Greenville Memorial Medical Center and Oconee Memorial Hospital
You already know that college is a big step in your life If yoursquore having trouble adjusting once you get here help is only a phone call away Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) provides mental health services for various issues including depression anxiety stress management anger management relationship violence sexual assault and addictions
Depending on the concern you may be seen in a group as a couple or individually Numerous groups are offered throughout the semester to help you learn specific skills such as stress management and assertiveness Other groups allow for pershysonal growth and integration A multidisciplinary approach to the treatment of eating disorders provides integration of medical nutritional and psychological services The LifeStyles program is a specialized approach to assist students with substance misuseabuse concerns After an evalushyation students are placed in psychoeducational groups and may receive group or individual counshyseling Each semester on a first-come first-served basis CAPS conducts a limited number of psyshychological evaluations for learning disabilities and attention disorders An on-site psychiatrist evalushyates and monitors studentsrsquo medication regimens as needed All services are confidential
For CAPS services call (864) 656-2451 for an appointment CAPS also offers a walk-in clinic from 1000 am to 230 pm where you can see a counselor on a first-come first-served basis for brief evaluation or emergency intervention Mental health crisis assistance and consultation are available 24 hours a day After hours and on weekends you can reach the on-call counselor by dialing the University police at (864) 656-2222 Most services are free to students some require a reduced fee Students who pay the health fee may receive 10 individual sessions per semester at no charge There is no limit for group sessions There are charges for LifeStyles psychiatric services and psychometric testing and this is discussed before services are rendered All services are provided by licensed psychologists licensed professional counshyselors certified addiction counselors predoctoral psychology interns or masterrsquos counseling interns
The Health Education area is committed to promoting healthy lifestyles and reducing high-risk behaviors The Alcohol and Drug Education area provides programming referrals counseling and instruction on University policies and personshyal issues associated with alcohol and drug use
Student Disability Services
Student Disability Services coordinates the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities in compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 All reasonable accommodations are individualized flexible and confidential based on the nature of the disability and the academic environment Students must provide documentation of the disability and request needed accommodations Variations in housing arrangements for student with disabilities must be coordinated through the Student Disabilshyity Office For information visit room G20 Redfern Health Center or call (864) 656-6848
23
24
Food for Thought
Meal Plans
Busy students need lots of ldquofuelrdquo Thatrsquos why Clemson offers six meal options to satisfy difshyferent eating habits Unlimited Access allows you to go to the dining halls as often as you like anytime theyrsquore open If you want anything from three meals a day to unlimited snacking this is the plan for you On the Any-Fifteen Plan you can choose 15 of the 21 meals offered each week If you have a hectic schedule or like to grab a bite
Dining Halls
All meal plans can be used in Harcombe Food Court Schilletter Dining Hall or Clemson House Harcombe and Schilletter serve all day so no matter what your schedule yoursquoll find food when you find the time
Harcombe
Monday-Friday Harcombe is closed on weekends
Breakfast 700-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-800 pm (Mon-Thurs)425-700 pm (Fri)
Schilletter
Monday-Friday Breakfast 700-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-800 pm (Sun-Thurs)425-700 pm (Fri-Sat)
Cookie Break 930-1030 pm (Mon-Thurs)
Saturday Breakfast 800-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-700 pm
Sunday Breakfast 800-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-800 pm
Cookie Break 930-1030 pm
Clemson House
If yoursquore looking for more of a restaurant atshymosphere try the Clemson House There are four ways you can choose to pay for your meal You may use your meal plan as a cash equivalency to purchase a-la-carte meals (Unlimited Access used once per meal period and only for the ldquostudent specialrdquo entree at the Clemson House) you may select the student special on your meal plan you may pay in cash or you may use the Tiger 1 Card
Monday-Friday Breakfast 700-930 am
Lunch 1100 am-130 pm
Dinner 430-730 pm
Saturday Breakfast 800-930 am
Lunch 1100 am-130 pm
Dinner 430-730 pm
Sunday Brunch 1030 am-130 pm
Dinner 430-730 pm
25
here and there the Any-Ten Plan lets you choose 10 of the 21 meals offered each week
The Unlimited Access Plus Any Ten and Plus Any Fifteen plans offer the same benefits as their counterparts with one big difference They add ldquoPaw Pointsrdquo to your TigerStripe Account which can be used the same as cash at any dining facility on campus Check the Dining Services Web site at wwwclemsonedudining for a complete list of places to eat
26
Beds Aloft
Whatrsquos a loft Itrsquos a raised frame built up from the floor to hold a bed Students like them because they provide more floor space for things such as futons and TVs
However using a lofted bed means that you may be sleeping as much as five feet off the floor and thatrsquos a long way down Because of these safety concerns our enthusiasm for lofts is limited Many factors are involved in designing a safe loft and there are significant risks involved in using an improperly designed or constructed loft Conseshyquently we strongly discourage the construction and use of ldquohomemaderdquo lofts But we provide two options as alternatives to building your own loft
First much of the bed furniture that we provide is modular and already designed to be bunkable andor loftable This furniture has been properly enshygineered and built with strength and safety in mind Your RA can show you how it works and provide you with any special connectors needed for lofting or bunking This is definitely the preferred way to go from the standpoint of safety and convenience
Second if you want to rent or purchase a loft we suggest you use one of the services provided by either the University Bookstore or Student Govshyernment To rent lofts from Collegiate Concepts (sponsored by Student Government) visit www loftconceptscom or call 1-888-929-0806 Collegiate Concepts offers a pre-delivery service so the loft can be delivered to your room (unassembled) before you arrive The University Bookstore has literature available on a company called Timbernest or go onshyline to wwwtimbernestcom for more information on their lofts Clemsonrsquos college code for Timbernest is CF74 Details on pricing delivery and pickup are available from each company
However if you still intend to build your own loft we insist that you use specific construction guidelines which are available on our Web site at wwwhousingclemsonedu Printed copies are also available from the University Housing office These are strict construction guidelines mdash and for your safety and the safety of others mdash they are not negoshytiable
Lofts may be used in most traditional resishydence halls Outside lofts (purchased rented or constructed) are NOT allowed in any of the apartshyment areas the Greek Community on the Quad the Clemson House or any of the suite-style buildshyings However all of these areas are furnished with modular furniture that is bunkable andor loftable
Leave ldquoFluffyrdquo at Home
Unless ldquoFluffyrdquo is the name of your fish you canrsquot bring him to live in your room The only pets you may have in the residence halls or apartments are fish (tank size limited to 10 gallons or less) That means no dogs no cats no lizards no snakes no frogs no monkeys no birds Campus life just doesnrsquot suit having a pet Many of your fellow students are allergic to anishymals and most animals carry parasites such as fleas ticks and mites
One of the saddest things on campus is the growing number of stray cats and the wild kittens they produce Some strays are here because softshyhearted students saw the cute little kittens and took them back to their room only to be cited for a rule violation and charged $50 There are also students who abandon their pets at the end of the school year It is sad to see these strays but keep in mind that when you feed them they will start to depend on you for their meals So if you truly love animals donrsquot become a part of the problem
When you see an abandoned animal conshytact a Housing representative Wersquoll try to find it a good home or it will be taken to a local shelter for adoption
Wild Things
Parts of the University are in wooded areas where many woodland creatures make their home Yoursquoll see an occasional squirrel scampershying around and sometimes even catch a glimpse of a skunk or opossum However if an animal beshycomes confrontational stay calm leave quickly and report it to the nearest Housing official
Bugging Out
If yoursquore from a colder climate get ready for a shock If yoursquore from the South yoursquove seen them before bugs We love South Carolinarsquos mild winters but so do the bugs These pests can be aggravating but if we work together we
Fish Tales
can control the problem The University has a contract with a privately owned pest control company Buildings are inspected monthly and treated as needed
You can also help fight these little invaders Be aware of how pests enter your room Someshytimes they come in with items that have been stored outside or in a book bag that was left in the grass with food inside Or they might venture in through opened doors or windows Once inshyside theyrsquoll find food and water and yoursquoll have bugs for roommates These are some additional things you can do
bull Report sightings of pests to the Housing Mainshytenance Office at (864) 656-5450
bull Keep all opened food items sealed in plastic containers
Wh
atrsquos
In a
nd
Ou
t
27
Saf
ety
Ru
les
at C
U
Play It
Safe
29
bull Keep all makeup and toiletry containers closed bull Keep your room clean bull Empty your trash can daily bull Work to reduce pest entryways bull Turn in maintenance problems promptly bull Wipe up spills as they occur bull Clean the refrigerator regularly (and in apartshy
ments donrsquot forget the stoves sinks and counter-tops too)
Be a Tiger Conservationist
When you live in University housing we ask you to practice good environmental and consershyvation habits Make efficient use of all resources Conserving water and electricity are two of the most important things you can do to make a positive imshypact such as not letting the water run in the sink while you brush your teeth or shave
Always put trash in its proper place Littering (inside or outside the buildings) is not permitted under any circumstances In short take responsibilshyity for your own actions If you make a mess please clean it up
We also ask you to reduce recycle and reuse materials whenever possible The University has an award-winning recycling program in which all facshyulty staff and students make a difference University Housing also promotes the Lighten Your Load proshygram at the end of the spring semester This program allows students to donate unwanted items to local charities which decreases the number of things they have to take home or store Itrsquos also a worthwhile opportunity to help others
As you spend your time in University buildshyings and around campus look for ways to support sustainable living and get involved in helping to conserve our precious natural resources
On Campus
Clemson is a small friendly community with little violent crime and fewer of the crime and safety problems that plague larger cities However neither the University nor the community is crime free The problems of drug and alcohol abuse acquaintance rape and other crimes affect every campus community
Thatrsquos why Clemson University has a professhysional police force of more than 30 full-time police officers who are graduates of the SC Criminal Justice Academy Theyrsquore more than just ldquocampus security officersrdquo As commissioned officers they have reporting responsibilities to the University the State Law Enforcement Division (SLED) and the court
Even before passage of the ldquoStudent Right to Know and Campus Security Act of 1990rdquo Clemson voluntarily reported its crime statistics to the FBI and has done so since 1980
Clemson also has a staff of student life proshyfessionals who are continually trained in crime prevention building security personal safety counseling victim assistance student discipline and other areas They ensure that the policies procedures and educational programs are in place to educate students about personal safety and to respond quickly and effectively to problems in campus housing and elsewhere
The campus and its physical facilities are maintained with safety in mind In recent years the University has invested heavily in improved lighting emergency telephones and security-conshyscious landscape design and maintenance In other words Clemson University is committed to proshyviding a safe and secure environment for students faculty and staff
The prompt reporting of crimes is encouraged If you have a problem at Clemson we want to know about it And we work hard to make sure ldquothe systemrdquo will be responsive to your needs
30
Additional information on security policies is contained in the Student Handbook and in the Campus Safety Report which also contains statistics on crime at the University and in the city of Clemson
A Word About Alcohol
One of the greatest potential problems facing all freshmen is the temptation to ldquoparty hardrdquo We want our students to have fun and enjoy themselves but we take a strong stance against not only the use of ilshylegal drugs but also against underage drinking and the abuse of alcohol by those of any age
The legal drinking age in South Carolina is 21 Consequently the possession or consumption of alcoshyhol in any form by anyone under age 21 is against the law and is therefore prohibited on the Clemson University campus Violations of this law and related University policies are considered very serious offensshyes and the penalties can be significant
We say this to you our new students because we want you to be successful in every way here at Clemson Experience has shown us that many students ignore or trivialize the issue of underage drinking Please donrsquot make that mistake This is a serious issue with serious consequences
Sure you can have fun But use your head Have fun legally and use good judgment That way everyshyone wins
Hall Security and Card Access
University Housing has a perimeter card access system installed in all campus residence halls Perimshyeter card access is a system that allows you to use your student ID card to enter certain exterior doors of the residence halls The system is designed to deny enshytrance into the residence halls by people who do not have permission to enter In order for this system to work we need your help Please donrsquot allow anyone to follow you in a door donrsquot allow anyone to use your ID card and never prop open a door for any reason
Your Personal Safety
We make every effort to maintain a safe campus for all students However there are some things you can do for your own safety
bull Walk in groups of two or more after dark bull Never hesitate to use the CUPDrsquos (Clemson
University Police Departmentrsquos) free Escort Sershyvice Call (864) 656-2222
bull Ride the free Clemson Area Transit (CAT) bus sershyvice
bull Walk in well-lighted well-traveled areas bull Make sure someone knows where you are and when
you expect to return bull Dress for freedom of movement mdash donrsquot wear conshy
fining or uncomfortable clothing bull After dark have your keys ready before you get to
your room apartment or car park in a well-lighted area
bull Always look into the back seat of your car and unshyder your car before getting in Also lock your doors while driving
bull Always lock your roomapartment door at night or while sleeping
bull If you receive annoying or obscene phone calls hang up and report the call to the CUPD
bull Always find out who is on the other side of the door before you open it
bull Take note of where the outdoor campus phones are located
Emergency Telephone Numbers
UniversityPoliceDepartment 911
FireDepartment 911
RedfernHealthCenter 656-2233
Ambulance 911
RapeCrisisHotline 868-7599
CAPS 656-2451
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What You Need to Know About Physical and Sexual Assault
These strategies also have been found to help you avoid or prevent assaults
bull Be on the alert be aware of danger early bull Yell flee kick bull Display outrage rather than fear bull If your life is in danger use passive resistance (vomshy
it urinate tell the attacker you are diseased)
If you are a victim or know a victim of an assault follow these guidelines
bull Call police (911) Get medical attention immedishyately At a health-care facility you will be seen by a physician and you can talk with an assault specialshyist (Your identity will be protected at all times)
bull Report the crime to the CUPD Even if you choose not to press charges you may save another victim from the same fate If you think yoursquore going to press charges do not bathe or destroy any evidence such as clothing
bull Try to get an accurate description of the assailantrsquos appearance what was said or any other information that will assist police
ldquoDate rape drugsrdquo are present on most college campuses and they have been found in Clemson Do not take a drink from an open container or from a
drink not prepared in your presence Never leave a drink unattended Know who you are with Report all suspicious acts or persons to CUPD at (864) 656-2222 (or 911) More information about your safety will be available when you arrive on campus For additional information about staying safe keeping your things safe and getting a list of safety tips visit stuaffclemson educupd
Keeping Your Things Safe
bull Before coming to campus have identification numshybers engraved on your valuable belongings such as laptops bikes stereos etc and register them with the CUPD
bull Examine your parentsrsquo homeowners policy and be sure your personal property is insured
bull Always close and lock your doors and windows whenever you go to bed and whenever you leave your room or apartment even if yoursquore just going away for a few minutes Never loan out your key and report a lost key immediately to your RA If you canrsquot find your key see your RA about a recore (See Key Policy on page 35)
bull Donrsquot keep a lot of cash in your room bull Follow all visitation and escort policies bull Register your property with the Police Department
at stuaffclemsoneducupd
32
Fire Safety
Fire safety in a residence hall or apartment is everyonersquos responsibility Itrsquos important that you not only follow fire safety procedures but report all violashytions or fire hazards to your RA immediately bull Smoke only in designated areas NEVER IN BED bull Turn off electric blankets irons lamps and curling
irons right after use bull Never cover lamps with any material for any reason bull Candles and other open flame devices are not
allowed in residence halls or apartments (not even for decoration)
bull Halogen lamps are not permitted in residence halls or apartments
bull Check the smoke detector in your area weekly Go to your hall or apartment front desk for replacement batteries If you have a fire extinguisher in your area check it too
bull Keep hallways and exit paths clear at all times bull Do not overload circuits by plugging too many applishy
ances into one outlet If two or more appliances with a combined wattage of more than 1500 watts are used you must have an Underwriter Laboratory-apshyproved power strip with a built-in circuit breaker (15 amp or less)
bull Extension cords shall not be used as a substitute for permanent wiring
bull Extension cords must not be used in succession or in conjunction with power strips
bull If you see a fire immediately move to a safe area and call 911 to report the fire
bull If your clothing catches on fire drop to the floor and roll back and forth until the flame is out
bull ALWAYS take fire alarms seriously and leave the building by assigned routes
bull Gas grills may not be used or stored in any residential area (including apartments)
bull All curtains decorations or displays used in windows must be made of flame-resistive materials
bull Do not tamper with or remove any fire detection deshyvice and do not hang anything from a sprinkler head
Thatrsquos theRule Since yoursquore new here you probably have a lot
of questions about living on campus This section will give you a better idea of your rights on campus as well as Clemson Universityrsquos regulations put in place for your safety and well-being Our policies are creshyated to make an atmosphere that helps all students enjoy and benefit from their university experience
Alcohol Policy The Universityrsquos policies on the possession and
consumption of alcohol are the same as the municipal ordinances and state and federal laws For students of legal drinking age the University does not restrict the possesshysion or consumption of alcohol in your private residence (your room or apartment) except in certain residence halls designated as alcohol-free However in public areas outside of your residence you may not have an open container of an alcoholic beverage of any kind Public areas include residence hall lobbies utilitystudy rooms hallways and areas immediately outside residence halls and apartments Possession consumption or display of alcohol or alcohol containers is not permitted in any area designated as alshycohol-free A number of residence halls are designated as totally alcohol-free These include Johnstone Main and
Annex Benet Young Geer Sanders Byrnes Lever Manning Smith Barnett Mauldin and Holmes For deshytailed information concerning the consumption of alcohol in University housing contact your RD or area housing office Also refer to your Student Handbook
Asbestos Some areas of University housing have asbestos-conshy
taining materials present A licensed asbestos abatement team manages these materials Students especially those erecting and using lofts should use caution and not disturb any sprayed-on ceiling materials Any questions concernshying the asbestos materials locations and hazards should be referred to the Housing Facilities Office or the Asbestos Abatement Program director at (864) 656-4930 for further clarification
Banners and Signs Hanging banners on residence halls is a good way
to campaign for office announce an event or show your school spirit But before displaying your sign check with your RA or RD to find out where signs may be displayed If you put up a banner yoursquore responsible for taking it down no later than 24 hours after itrsquos ldquoold newsrdquo Be sure all the tape remains are removed too
Cam
pu
s S
avvy
33
bull Keep all outside doors locked Propping outside doors for easy re-entry makes the entire building less secure and is considered a very serious violashytion of policy
bull Keep your room door locked bull Report all suspicious activities and individuals to
the desk staff night security officers and the poshylice
bull Always lock your car and never leave valuables in your car
bull Register your bicycle with the campus police and always lock it securely through the wheels and frame
bull Park your car in the designated lots if you leave it on campus during breaks
Visit stuaffclemsoneducupd for additional inforshymation
34
Candles Incense Fireworks Firearms Inflammables and Explosives
Due to concerns for fire safety and personal safety having or using any items that might be classified under these headshyings is strictly forbidden in University housing Violations of this policy could result in suspension from the University eviction from University housing andor separation from the University
Clearance Cards This term refers to the large card also called a ldquoRoom
Property Certificaterdquo that each resident is required to review and sign during the first 24 hours after moving into University housing The card has a space for you to report any missing or damaged property in your room or apartment Itrsquos very important that you check the card carefully and return it to your RA If you donrsquot at the end of the year you could be held responsible for anything wrong with your room or apartment regardless of its condition when you moved in
Cooking Housing has restrictions against cooking in residence hall
rooms (not apartments) for a couple of reasons 1) Fire safety 2) Sanitation Anything you can prepare in a thermostatically conshy
trolled percolator or a hot-air popcorn popper is legal You may also use the combination microwaverefrigerator-freezer (Microfridge) available for rent from Student Government Any other type of cooking equipment must be stored and used in your residence hall kitchen not in your room Violations of this policy will result in a $50 charge Gas grills may not be used or stored in any residence hall or apartment area
Damages Communal Property Your contract explains that when hallways bathrooms
elevators and other public areas in a residence facility receive undue abuse we expect the assistance of the residents of that area in finding the person(s) responsible When the person(s) cannot be identified all residents will be required to pay a proshyrated share of repairing such damages
Damages Rooms or Apartments As your University Housing Contract explains yoursquore
responsible for any damages that happen in your room or apartment while you live here If damages are accidental you must still pay repair costs When damages are the result of vandalism the person(s) responsible must not only pay for reshypairs but may also face disciplinary proceedings
Drugs All University officials including Housing officials will
assist and cooperate with law enforcement personnel as they
perform their duties in controlling the possession and use of illegal substances on campus Students convicted of violations of state or federal laws are subject to further disciplinary action by the University
Fire Safety On-campus residents can help keep their homes and their
neighbors safe from fire by following all Housing regulations concerning candles fireworks explosives halogen lamps the use of electrical equipment and general safety standards Any student who willfully compromises the safety of fellow residents by tampering with fire safety equipment or sounding false alarms will be subject to criminal prosecution eviction from University housing andor separation from the Univershysity Students who fail to evacuate when an alarm sounds are also subject to disciplinary action
Furniture Removal Every piece of furniture in your room or apartment at the
time you move in must stay in the roomapartment for the entire time you live there You may not remove store or trade furnishings There is an automatic $50 charge for violating this policy
Guns See ldquoCandles Incense Fireworks etcrdquo
Harassment It is the policy of Clemson University to conduct and
provide programs activities and services to students faculty and staff in an atmosphere free from racial or sexual harassshyment Harassment is any behavior that would verbally or physically threaten torment badger heckle or persecute an individual because of hisher race or gender Harassment of University faculty staff students or visitors is prohibited and shall subject the offender to appropriate disciplinary action Students who feel that they have been subjected to racial or sexual harassment should seek advice from the Office of Human Resources
Housing Contract You are required to sign a University Housing Contract
each year when you reserve a room or apartment and itrsquos important that you read your copy carefully Be sure you unshyderstand that the contract is binding for an entire academic year You canrsquot move off campus after first semester unless you meet very specific conditions outlined in the contract If yoursquore thinking about moving off campus talk with someone in University Housing before you make your plans
Incident Reports Residentapartment assistants and resident directors are
charged with the responsibility of confronting and working with students who break University or Housing policies Such violations are documented through incident reports which are completed and submitted by RAs and RDs Once a student violates a policy and an incident report is completed a Housing administrator deshycides how the infraction is to be handled Violations of policy may be dealt with administratively or through the Office of Student Conduct
Key Policy When you first report to your room or apartment yoursquoll be
issued one key free of charge If you lose your key and need a temshyporary replacement you may check one out from the desk for your area If you donrsquot find your lost key within 24 hours your lock must be changed and new keys cut The resulting cost is $50 When you check out of University housing your key must be returned or rekeying will be necessary and you will be charged for the service
Ledges Roofs Attics and Equipment Rooms The University Housing Contract expressly describes
these areas as ldquooff-limitsrdquo In the interest of your personal safety we expect your cooperation in this matter
Lofts Lofts may be used in most traditional residence hall
rooms See page 26 for more details on lofts Lofting is NOT permitted in Holmes McCabe or the Stadium Resishydence halls the Clemson House the Greek Community on the Quad or any of the apartment areas
Lounges Many residence hall lounges are open for use by all
residents on an unlimited basis Others however may be reserved for private gatherings of residents or student orshyganizations through the appropriate area office
10
24
11
2
123
3
7
8 9
56 4
D
CP-3
P-4
E-3
E-10
E-5
E-14
E-7
E-4
E-6
E-8E-9
E-11
E-12
E-16
E-32E-15
R-2 R-3C-12C-5C-4
C-9C-7
C-6
C-10C-3C-13
D
C
Quiet Hours Quiet hours are in effect 24 hours a day Strict quiet hours
are in effect from 700 pm until 800 am meaning there should be no disturbing noise in the residence halls and apartshyments At least one week before final exams and through the examination period strict quiet hours are to be observed 24 hours a day
Roofs See ldquoLedges Roofs Attics etcrdquo
Room and Apartment Changes
Employee (Green Permit) Restricted as Posted Commuting Student (Orange Permit) and Employee Resident Student (Blue Permit)No room or apartment changes may be made unless a
formal request has been submitted to the Housing office and approval has been received Performing an illegal room change
Parking Designations
Apartment (Purple Permit) Clemson House Resident Student (Purple Permit)
carries an automatic charge of $50 Questions about changes may be directed at any time to the assistant director of housshying administrative services-assignments at 200 Mell Hall Call (864) 656-2295 to make an appointment
Sales and Solicitation To protect your right to privacy in your residence hall
room or apartment the University has strict guidelines on fund-raisers promotions or sales on campus All solicitation must be approved by the Office of Programs and Activities so be sure to contact this office at (864) 656-4636 or 656-4357 if you have a sale or fund-raiser in mind Also if your right to privacy in your hall or apartment is ever violated by a door-toshydoor canvasser please report it immediately to the RA or RD for your area
Showers Members of the opposite sex are not allowed to use the
shower facilities of the residence halls that are served by comshymunal bathrooms
Smoke-free Halls All residence halls are designated as totally smoke-free
areas Apartment areas are self-regulated in regard to smoking
Visitation Members of the opposite sex are allowed in rooms and
apartments every day based upon the visitation for that area All residence halls with communal baths have a Standard Visshyitation plan 1000-200 am every day Areas with private or suite baths have a Self-Regulated plan that allows occupants to set visitation hours by mutual agreement at the beginning of each year or whenever occupancy changes
Window TreatmentsDisplays All curtains decorations or displays used in windows must
be made of flame-resistive materials
Emergency Call Station
C-11
C-2 E-2
R-1
19 E-20
R-4 E-1
21
15
A 20 E-13 22
14A 16
C-1 12 P-2
17 13
P-1 18
BB
36
Employee (Green Permit)Restricted as PostedCommuting Student (Orange Permit) and EmployeeResident Student (Blue Permit)Apartment (Purple Permit)Clemson House Resident Student (Purple Permit)Emergency Call Station
Parking Designations
P-1
P-2
E-2
E-1
E-10
E-13
E-20
R-1
R-4
C-1
C-2
A
B
Campus Map
E-8 E-9 P-4
C-11 C-4 C-5 E-7C C-12 R-2 R-3
P-3
E-3 C-13 C-3 C-10
C-7 C-9
E-4
E-16 C-6 DE-14
E-15 E-32
E-5
E-12
E-6
E-11
1 Johnstone A and A Annex
The Suites 2 McCabe 3 Holmes 4 Stadium Residence Hall
The Shoeboxes 5 Geer 6 Sanders 7 Benet 8 Young 9 Cope
10 Clemson House
Bryan Mall 11 Mauldin 12 Barnett 13 Smith 14 Manning 15 Lever 16 Byrnes
The Apartments 17 Calhoun Courts 18 Thornhill Village 19 Lightsey Bridge I 20 Lightsey Bridge II
Clemsonrsquos Greek Community on the Quad 21 Bowen 22 Bradley 23 Donaldson 24 Wannamaker 25 Norris 26 Simpson North 27 Simpson South
28 Hendrix Student Center
Dining Halls 29 Schilletter 30 Harcombe 31 Clemson House
Coming to
Campus Get
tin
g H
ere
37
Campus Entry A
From Anderson on Highway 76 Pass the SC National Guard (on right) at stopshylight turn left onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) From EasleyGreenville on Highway 123 Turn left onto Highway 76 at the Ramada Inn Go under Highway 93 (do not exit) at stoplight turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road the next road to the right) From Central on Highway 93 Exit onto Highway 76 toward Anderson Stay right at stoplight turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road)
Campus Entry B
From Anderson on Highway 76 Exit onto Highway 93 Clemson University Exit From EasleyGreenville on Highway 123 Exit onto Highway 93 at Clemson University Exit From Seneca on Highway 123 Follow Highway 123 Turn right on Highway 76 Turn right onto Highway 93 at Clemson University Exit From Central on Highway 93 Go straight onto camshypus
Campus Entry C
From Seneca on Highway 123 Bear right onto Highway 93 to Clemson University Go across bridge turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road)
Campus Entry D
From Seneca on Highway 123 Bear right onto Highway 93 to Clemson University Go across bridge pass Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) turn right at next stoplight onto Williamson Road
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Bryan Mall Byrnes Manning Lever Smith Barnett and Mauldin Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station turn right at Cherry Road Turn left into Bryan Mall at stop sign If parking is full you may park in the green spaces along Cherry Road
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass football stadium and Strom Thurmond Institute turn left onto Cherry Road Enter Bryan Mall by turning left at stop sign If parking is full you may park in the green spaces along Cherry Road Pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
The Stadium Residence Hall and the Shoeboxes Cope Benet Young Geer and Sanders Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station go through traffic signal at Cherry Road pass Strom Thurmond Institute and turn right onto Williamson Road Follow Williamson Road to stop sign Continue straight after stop sign turn right on South Palmetto Boulevard and imshymediately turn left into Sirrine parking lot or go straight on Williamson Road until Fort Hill Street turn right and park behind Geer or Sanders halls
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Go past the football stadium (on your left) and turn left onto Williamson Road You can then either turn right onto South Palmetto Boulevard and immediately left into the Sirrine parking lot or you can take a chance on finding a slot in the loading docks behind the halls by continushying on Williamson Road and turning right onto Fort Hill Street Pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
Johnstone Hall Sections A and A Annex
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to the second stoplight veer left toward Tillman Hall You will approach Tillman Hall You can either park on the street near Tillman or behind Tillman You may pick up your key in the University Union loggia
Holmes and McCabe Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to the second stoplight veer left toward Tillman Hall turn left at Calhoun Drive and turn right at Fort Hill Street
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry D Turn right onto Williamson Road and left onto Fort Hill Street Park in any available space and pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
Lightsey Bridge
From Anderson EasleyGreenville and Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station turn right onto Lightsey Bridge Road
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass football stadium Strom Thurmond Institute Cherry Road and Resident Parking Lot turn left onto Lightsey Bridge Road Report to desk at Lightsey Bridge Commons Building to check in and pick up your key
Thornhill Village
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Turn at the first left onto Newman Road Park near assigned apartment report to Thornhill Village Commons Building to check in and pick up key Residents may leave cars parked in adjashycent resident spaces after unloading
Calhoun Courts
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Turn at first left onto Newman Road Go through Thornhill Village turn right onto Morrison Street Park and walk to Calhoun Courts Commons Building to check in and get your key You may then move your car to the street near your apartshyment to unload
Clemson House
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to first stoplight turn right onto North Palmetto Boushylevard You can follow that road to the front of Clemson House or turn right immediately on Lee Street and turn left on Daniel Drive Pick up your key at the front desk You may park in any marked space to unload
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Call UsBarnett Hall Lightsey Bridge I Apartments Desk 656-2130 Desk 656-1150 RD Office 858-4230 RD Office
Benet Hall Lightsey Bridge II Apartments Desk 656-2349 Desk 656-1150 RD Office 858-8614 RD Office
Byrnes Hall Manning Hall Desk 656-2140 Desk 656-2311 RD Office 656-0420 RD Office
Calhoun Courts Apartments Mauldin Hall Desk 656-2341 Desk 656-2130 RD Office 656-0421 RD Office
Clemson House McCabe Hall Desk 656-2075 Desk 656-1767 RD Office 656-1841 RD Office
Cope Hall Sanders Hall Desk 656-4800 Desk 656-2403 RD Office 858-8434 RD Office
Greek Community on the Quad Smith Hall Desk 656-0528 Desk 656-2130
RD Office 656-7578 RD Office
Geer Hall Stadium Residence Hall
Desk 656-2404 Desk 656-4800
RD Office 858-8614 RD Office
Holmes Hall Thornhill Village Apartments
Desk 656-1767 Desk 656-1257
RD Office 656-4386 RD Office
Johnstone A Young Hall
Desk 656-2366 Desk 656-2410
RD Office 858-8822 RD Office
Lever Hall Desk 656-7325 RD Office 656-0419
656-0422
656-0422
656-0670
656-5441
858-8448
858-8861
858-4230
656-4817
656-1258
858-8861
Additional University Phone Numbers Admissions 656-2287 Bookstore 656-2050 Bursarrsquos Office 656-2321 Career Center 656-6000 Computer Center Help Desk 656-3494 Counseling and Psychological
Services 656-2451 Fike Recreation Center 656-2315 Financial Aid 656-2280 Graduate Admissions 656-3195 Honors College 656-4762 ID Services 656-0763 International Programs
and Services 656-3614 Library 656-3027 Maintenance and Custodial 656-5450 Parking Services 656-2270 Pest Control 656-5450 Post Office 656-2351 Registrar 656-2171 ResCom Support 656-5441 Student Disability Services 656-6848 Student Government 656-2195 Telecommunications 656-2600 Visitors Center 656-4789
Main Housing Office (864) 656-2295 FAX (864) 656-7615
Additional information is available at our Web site wwwhousingclemsonedu
Equal Opportunity in Programs and Activities Federal laws prohibit discrimination under programs and activshy
ities receiving federal financial assistance The statutes listed below are applicable to Clemson University and provide in part
Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 ldquoNo person in the United States shall on the ground of race
color or national origin be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 ldquoNo person in the United States shall on the basis of sex be
excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subshyjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ldquoNo otherwise qualified disabled individual in the United
States shall solely by reason of their disability be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Clemson University Statement Regarding Nondiscrimination
Clemson University does not discriminate against any indishyvidual or group of individuals on the basis of age color disability gender national origin race religion sexual orientation or vetershy
anrsquos status
Clemson University conducts its programs and activities involving admission and treatment of students employment teachshying research and public service in a nondiscriminatory manner as prescribed by federal law and regulation
Inquiries concerning the above may be addressed to President Clemson University Clemson South Carolina 29634 or Director Office for Civil Rights Department of Education Washington DC 20201
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HomeDonrsquot Leave Without It
Herersquos a checklist of things to consider bringing for your room or apartmenthellip
Alarm clock Bathrobe Blankets Book bagbackpack Can opener Cleaning supplies Coffee pothot pot Desk lamp (not halogen) Electrical surge protector Fan First-aid supplies Flashlight Hairdryer Hot-air popcorn popper Iron Ironing board Lap desk Laundry supplies (detergent laundry basket hangers)
University Housing 200 Mell Hall Box 344075 Clemson SC 29634-4075 (864) 656-2295 FAX (864) 656-7615
wwwhousingclemsonedu
Laptop Mattress cover (extra-long for a twin bed) Pillows Plastic storage containers Radio Raincoat Room decorations (no candles or incense) School supplies Sheets (extra-long for twin bed) Shower caddy Telephone Television with cable cord Toiletries Towels Trash can Umbrella Vacuum cleaner
Required
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You Can Count on Us
One of the unique things about Clemson is that even though itrsquos a large university it feels more like a family Becoming a Clemson Tiger is an experience that will stay with you for a lifeshytime There are a lot of activities going on at Clemson and plenty of different people to enjoy them with you
Think of the residence hall as your ldquoneighborhoodrdquo and the University as your ldquotownrdquo In addition to groups and organizations for a number of different social concerns political causes religions hobbies sports and special interests the University offers educational activities such as stress management reacutesumeacute-writing workshops Black History Month Alcohol Awareness Month and AIDS Awareness Day Take your pick or help plan your own
Clemson is well-known for its mission of service to the people of South Carolina and stushydents are right out front with participation in blood drives events for local charities recycling clothing and food drives and many other projects You can learn something and have fun in hundreds of activities mdash and itrsquos a great way to meet people with the same interests
Wersquoll make sure you have all the help you need to settle into your new Clemson life The University Housing office employs close to 600 people to assist you in day-to-day living Best of all you can get help with a lot of your questions or problems from someone right on your floor Your RA can either answer your questions or refer you to someone who can
RAs
Resident assistants (RAs) are undergradushyate students who serve as a link between you and the Housing Office University Housing employs one (or more) RAs for each floor or area Their No 1 priority is to help you make your Clemson experience the best it can be RAs give advice keep you informed and help you learn whatrsquos what at Clemson And someshytimes your RA is just someone to listen when you need to talk
RDs
Resident directors (RDs) are gradushyate students who live in each housing area and supervise the RAs and desk assistants
in that area They are responsible for the overall management of the residence halls or apartment communities and are the local repshyresentatives for University Housing
ACs
Area coordinators (ACs) are full-time professional Housing employees who live in the various residential communities and supervise the RDs and the activities of the (satellite) area housing offices
CU Police
The Clemson University Police Departshyment is here to protect you In addition security officers are assigned to each residence hall and apartment area Itrsquos a comfort to know that these officers periodically patrol the premises throughout the night
Control Desks
A ldquocontrolrdquo desk is the main operations center for a given housing area Student desk assistants (DAs) staff these control desks for the residence halls and apartment areas They greet guests issue keys take maintenance reshyquests and answer the main phone
Maintenance Services
University Housing employs a full-time staff for maintenance in all residential areas You can easily recognize the maintenance staff members by their uniform If you need to request maintenance services fill out a Mainshytenance Request Form at the front desk call
(864) 656-5450 or go online to wwwhousing clemsonedu Occasionally contractors will perform specialized maintenance services For emergency maintenance service contact your RA or RD
Custodial Services
Although yoursquore responsible for keeping your room clean University Housing emshyploys a custodial staff to clean all common areas such as lounges hallways and commushynal bathrooms Yoursquoll see the same face on a regular basis because one custodian is assigned to your area Take the time to meet your hall area custodian He or she is an important part of your community
If custodial services are needed in your building call (864) 656-5450 For emergency custodial services contact your RA or RD We appreciate your assistance in keeping your common areas clean
in a Dayrsquos Work Hall
All
for
On
e
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Residence Hall Association
The Clemson University Residence Hall Association (RHA) is right at home workshying for you RHA is the student voice for housing concerns programming and leadershyship opportunities We invite all students to participate in this group Logon to www housingclemsonedurha for more information
RHA funds are raised through linen comforter sales final exam kits and several other fund-raising programs The sale of linshyens is handled by a national company called On-Campus Marketing To find out more or to place an order just go online to wwwrhl orgclu or call 1-800-957-4338
Residence Hall Councils
If yoursquore looking for a group to join you donrsquot have to look any further than your
own residence hall The Residence Hall Council (RHC) is made up of elected or apshypointed representatives from every hall and apartment complex The RHC organizes programs and makes recommendations on housing policies Contact your RA or RD if yoursquore interested in serving Get involved
Student Employees
You may be able to find a job right in your own residential area University Housing hires enrolled students as front-desk assistants office workers student program assistants ResCom computing consultants weekend custodians maintenance assistants and resident assistants Talk to your RA about job opportunities with University Housing if yoursquod like more information
14
Hall Meetings
Your resident assistant wants to keep you informed so sometimes all the residents in a hall or area will meet to hear whatrsquos up or to discuss things Your RA will put up posters to let you know when a hall or area meeting is scheduled If you canrsquot make the meeting check with your RA to catch up
Student Judicial Boards
Some people donrsquot play ldquofairrdquo When that happens the University has to step in Student peer review boards hear cases of alleged misconshyduct that occur within and outside of University housing These boards are made up of students and they work in cooperation with Student Government and the Office of Student Conshyduct If yoursquore interested in serving on one of these boards call the Office of Student Conduct at (864) 656-0510
Holiday Breaks
Sometimes itrsquos impossible or impractical for our students to travel home during breaks Residence halls and apartments are open over spring and fall breaks as well as the Thanksshygiving holiday There are fewer staff members around but security officers keep their regular
schedules Residence halls are closed between the fall and spring semesters from the morning after December graduation until early January Look for information related to holidays in the Clemson Home newsletter which will come to you through your RA and by email
Visitation
The times that members of the opposite sex can visit your room are designated as either ldquostandardrdquo or ldquoself-regulatedrdquo visitation dependshying on where you live Check with your RA to be sure In the residence halls you have to escort your guest to and from the room and you must be in the room during the visit If yoursquod like to have some of your old friends (or a brother or sister) hang out with you for the weekend be sure to talk to your roommate first and see if the visit fits with his or her plans However overnight visits by members of the opposite sex are not permitted in halls with communal baths If you want to have a guest for more than two consecutive nights or a guest who visits frequently yoursquoll need to obtain writshyten permission from a Housing official Please see your University Housing Contract for more details on Clemsonrsquos visitation policies The bottom line is mutual respect for everyone
Common Ground
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At Clemson there are students from all over the United States and 80 other countries
Regardless of where our students come from they have many of the same goals and ideals mdash they want a great educational experishyence and a chance to grow as members of the global community We believe our strength as a Clemson ldquofamilyrdquo comes from sharing different ideas and experiences that broaden our view of the world In University Housing we support this educational process We are personally and professionally committed to encouraging accepshytance and celebrating these differences within our communities
Each unique aspect of yours and your neighborrsquos is valuable mdash whether itrsquos political affiliation regional ties race ethnicity cultural or national origin religious beliefs sexual orishyentation gender age mental andor physical challenges socioeconomic class academic class personality types etc We encourage you to get into the spirit of the Clemson community by mdash
Keeping an open mind(Donrsquot make assumptions about others You could be wrong)
Challenging yourself(Get to know people who are different from you)
Asking questions(Donrsquot be afraid or embarrassed People welshycome questions)
Accepting that your values may conflict with anotherrsquos values(You can accept othersrsquo values without agreeing with them)
Attending diverse University events and Housing-sponsored programs (Education doesnrsquot stop inside the classshyroom and it can be FUN)
Inappropriate behaviors or acts of intolershyance will be confronted Any action that stifles another personrsquos responsible expression of hisher individuality interferes with everyonersquos opportunities for growth Join us in maintainshying your right to be yourself and to learn by interacting with others When you protect the rights of one you advance the primary goal of all mdash education Here at Clemson itrsquos all for one and one for all
16
Roomshymates Respect Is the Key
Living with a roommate doesnrsquot have to be a ldquobig dealrdquo The most important thing is that you keep an open mind and learn to respect each other Get to know your new roommate the same as you would any other new person You already know that both of you want a Clemson education So just take it from there
Talk About It
Want to know how to get along with roomshymates Talk to them Itrsquos the most important thing you can do in a relationship If something is bothering you the sooner you talk about it the sooner yoursquoll be able to work it out After all no one can read your mind and you canrsquot read anyone elsersquos
Lend an Ear
Sometimes itrsquos just one of those days Try to understand why your roommate may have reacted a certain way It may have nothing to do with you Maybe he or she is having a tough time and just needs someone to listen mayshybe your roommate can do the same for you
Take a Breather
Everyone needs a little space occasionally mdash time to be alone and just think things out Keep that in mind and give each other time for privacy You can fill your need for peace and quiet while your roommate is in class or at a club meeting Be User Friendly
We each have our own ideas about sharing our things Take the time to ask before you borshyrow things that belong to your roommate Itrsquos an even better idea to talk this out up front and agree on whatrsquos community property and whatrsquos off limits
Share Your Neat Ideas
You may have your own version of a clean room but make sure you share that ldquovisionrdquo with your roommate The two of you should decide together whatrsquos a comfortable level of clean
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Service
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19
Think About It
There are lots of things you should discuss with your roommate as soon as you get settled in For example
bull Do you expect the room to be more of a social space where friends can hang out or more of a study space where you can concenshytrate on class work
bull Are you a night owl or an early bird How late may guests stay
bull How do you want to handle visits by boyshyfriendsgirlfriends
bull Will you be around on the weekends What are your expectations about those times
Of course therersquos more you need to talk about but you get the idea Talk about your concerns before they become issues
The Clemson campus ldquocommunityrdquo has most of the things you need for day-to-day living right on campus If you donrsquot see the sershyvice you need listed below your RA can point you in the right direction
Got Cash
Carolina First Wachovia BBampT and Bank of America all have 24-hour automated teller machines adjacent to the Dillard Buildshying (near the HolmesMcCabe area and the Shoeboxes) Bank of America and the State Credit Union have ATMs behind Byrnes Hall Wachovia has one in the Hendrix Center and First Citizens has one in the University Union loggia If your home bank has VISAMaster-Card Cirrus AFFN Honor or Plus System bank cards you can access funds from home
and your parents can make direct deposits into your account Dollar-bill change machines are located in the Dillard Building and are in most of the residence halls and apartments In adshydition Carolina First Bank has a full-service branch on the lower level of the Hendrix Center
TigerStripe Accounts
The TigerStripe Account program lets you deposit money into an account and use the Tiger 1 Card as a prepaid debit card on or off campus You can use it at the Bookstore the laundry and the dining facilities You can even buy your concert tickets with it In fact there are over 300 locations on and off campus that accept the Tiger 1 Card Visit wwwtiger1 clemsonedu for more details about the benefits offered by your Tiger 1 Card
20
Getting Hungry
When your appetite takes over yoursquoll find several spots on campus to tame your hunger The Canteen and Loggia Latte in the University Union and the Fernow Street Cafeacute located beshytween Riggs and Freeman halls are convenient places to go for a quick meal Paw Mart in the University Union is also a handy refreshment stop for snacks and drinks Therersquos also Chilirsquos Too loshycated next to the Harcombe Dining Hall And be sure to check out the food court in the Hendrix Center and the Java City coffee shop in the Cooper Library Cornershop in the Hendrix Censhyter is another stop for a tasty snack Schilletter Dining Hall is behind the Hendrix Center and the Clemson House Dining Hall is across from Bowman Field Snack amp Stax in Cooper Library features convenience store items a selection of beverages and a variety of snacks If yoursquore lookshying for a special place to dine with friends donrsquot forget about Seasons by the Lake at the Madren Center
The Center of Attention
The Hendrix Student Center has lots of atshytractions for busy active students and itrsquos a great place to meet and mingle The center is named for Clemson alumnus and life member of the Board of Trustees Leon J Hendrix and is located on East Campus next to Schilletter Dining Hall near the residence halls and apartments
The center includes a student lounge meetshying rooms and a five-vendor food court You can also take in a movie in the 154-seat theater and two ballrooms accommodate functions for stushydent organizations and conferences The Hendrix Center is also the home to the University Teleshycommunications office the University Bookstore the Student Union administrative offices the Harvey and Lucinda Gantt Intercultural Center and the Michelinreg Career Center as well as a full-service branch of Carolina First Bank
Check It Out
Cooper Library has become one of the most popular places for students on campus Not only can you find books articles DVDs and more
you can get research help at the Reference Desk Then you can take your laptop and meet with your study group on the balcony while you enjoy a latte from Java City The library also has scanners a fax machine photocopiers and private group study rooms
Cooper Library is open 24 hours a day from Sunday at 1000 am until Friday at midnight Saturday hours are 1000 am to midnight For more information go to wwwlibclemsonedu or call (864) 656-1557
Getting Around
With Clemsonrsquos mild climate biking is a popular means of transportation Bike racks are located outside the residence halls Yoursquoll need a lock to secure your bike to the racks and it should be registered with the Clemson University Police Department (CUPD) Bikes may be kept inside only if they are in your individual room or apartshyment Mopeds may be parked in outdoor bicycle racks but may not be brought inside
Cars motorcycles mopeds and motor scootshyers must have a parking permit which is available from Parking Services and they must be parked in appropriately marked spaces If yoursquore bringing a vehicle to campus donrsquot forget to apply for a parking permit
Remember mopeds may not be brought inside any building and riding is prohibited on sidewalks All walkways are also off limits to skateboards bicycles rollerblades skates or similar items
Come on and Take a Free Ride
The city of Clemson provides a free shuttle bus service on and off campus called CAT (Clemson Area Transit) CAT is the largest fare-free public transit system in the nation In 2000 and 2005 it was selected as the ldquoBest Transit Systemrdquo in the state by the SC Department of Transportation Each CAT bus is equipped with a bike rack in case you need to temporarily switch gears (and vehicles)
CAT Bus Hours
Monday-Friday 622-300 am Saturday 800 pm-300 am Sunday 500 pm-300 am
Call (864) 654-CATS (2287) for more inshyformation and a system map The CAT office is located at 1200 Tiger Boulevard Suite 2
Yoursquove Got Mail
Each student will need to rent a post office box at the University Post Office located in the University Union You can sign up for a post office box online when you pay your fees The University will send you an email with your asshysigned box number and other information Post office boxes are rented from August to August In the summer mail is forwarded to your home address If you have questions please call (864) 656-2351 or email studpoclemsonedu
Laundry Day
Washers and dryers are provided on the ground level of each residence hall in Bryan Mall Calhoun Courts Commons Lightsey Bridge Comshymons and Thornhill Village Commons also have laundry facilities Clemson House has washers and dryers available in the basement Students who live on West Campus use the washers and dryers in the Dillard Building in the basement of
Holmes Hall and on the first floor of Stadium Resshyidence Hall Washers and dryers are also available in all the residence halls in the Greek Community on the Quad Donrsquot forget to bring your own iron and ironing board
The Healthy Way
Not feeling well Take a trip to Redfern Health Center Redfern consists of three divisions Medical Services Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) and Health EducationAlcohol and Drug Education All students who take seven or more credit hours during the fall and spring semesters are required to pay a health fee of $125 per semester If you register for three or more credit hours during each summer session you must pay a health fee of $45 per summer session The health fee provides for the professional services of the physicians psychologists and nurse pracshytitioners and for reduced costs of lab X-ray and pharmacy services The health fee also provides a secondary urgent-care insurance benefit that pays up to $500 per incident for expenses incurred in the treatment of urgent problems that arise when Redfern Health Center is closed
Primary health-care services are available Monday-Friday 800 am-500 pm You can be seen throughout the day by appointment at (864)
656-1541 The Nurses Clinic is available if you donrsquot have an appointment At this clinic yoursquoll be assessed by a nurse and receive care After hours if you have questions about your health-care needs you can call the Nursewise Line at 1-888-525-1333
Emergency transportation is provided by the Clemson University ambulance which is staffed with licensed EMTs 24 hours a day seven days a week After-hours health-care providers available (at your expense) include Anderson Area Medical Center Clemson Health Center (a private urgent health-care facility) Palmetto Baptist Medical Center Greenville Memorial Medical Center and Oconee Memorial Hospital
You already know that college is a big step in your life If yoursquore having trouble adjusting once you get here help is only a phone call away Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) provides mental health services for various issues including depression anxiety stress management anger management relationship violence sexual assault and addictions
Depending on the concern you may be seen in a group as a couple or individually Numerous groups are offered throughout the semester to help you learn specific skills such as stress management and assertiveness Other groups allow for pershysonal growth and integration A multidisciplinary approach to the treatment of eating disorders provides integration of medical nutritional and psychological services The LifeStyles program is a specialized approach to assist students with substance misuseabuse concerns After an evalushyation students are placed in psychoeducational groups and may receive group or individual counshyseling Each semester on a first-come first-served basis CAPS conducts a limited number of psyshychological evaluations for learning disabilities and attention disorders An on-site psychiatrist evalushyates and monitors studentsrsquo medication regimens as needed All services are confidential
For CAPS services call (864) 656-2451 for an appointment CAPS also offers a walk-in clinic from 1000 am to 230 pm where you can see a counselor on a first-come first-served basis for brief evaluation or emergency intervention Mental health crisis assistance and consultation are available 24 hours a day After hours and on weekends you can reach the on-call counselor by dialing the University police at (864) 656-2222 Most services are free to students some require a reduced fee Students who pay the health fee may receive 10 individual sessions per semester at no charge There is no limit for group sessions There are charges for LifeStyles psychiatric services and psychometric testing and this is discussed before services are rendered All services are provided by licensed psychologists licensed professional counshyselors certified addiction counselors predoctoral psychology interns or masterrsquos counseling interns
The Health Education area is committed to promoting healthy lifestyles and reducing high-risk behaviors The Alcohol and Drug Education area provides programming referrals counseling and instruction on University policies and personshyal issues associated with alcohol and drug use
Student Disability Services
Student Disability Services coordinates the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities in compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 All reasonable accommodations are individualized flexible and confidential based on the nature of the disability and the academic environment Students must provide documentation of the disability and request needed accommodations Variations in housing arrangements for student with disabilities must be coordinated through the Student Disabilshyity Office For information visit room G20 Redfern Health Center or call (864) 656-6848
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24
Food for Thought
Meal Plans
Busy students need lots of ldquofuelrdquo Thatrsquos why Clemson offers six meal options to satisfy difshyferent eating habits Unlimited Access allows you to go to the dining halls as often as you like anytime theyrsquore open If you want anything from three meals a day to unlimited snacking this is the plan for you On the Any-Fifteen Plan you can choose 15 of the 21 meals offered each week If you have a hectic schedule or like to grab a bite
Dining Halls
All meal plans can be used in Harcombe Food Court Schilletter Dining Hall or Clemson House Harcombe and Schilletter serve all day so no matter what your schedule yoursquoll find food when you find the time
Harcombe
Monday-Friday Harcombe is closed on weekends
Breakfast 700-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-800 pm (Mon-Thurs)425-700 pm (Fri)
Schilletter
Monday-Friday Breakfast 700-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-800 pm (Sun-Thurs)425-700 pm (Fri-Sat)
Cookie Break 930-1030 pm (Mon-Thurs)
Saturday Breakfast 800-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-700 pm
Sunday Breakfast 800-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-800 pm
Cookie Break 930-1030 pm
Clemson House
If yoursquore looking for more of a restaurant atshymosphere try the Clemson House There are four ways you can choose to pay for your meal You may use your meal plan as a cash equivalency to purchase a-la-carte meals (Unlimited Access used once per meal period and only for the ldquostudent specialrdquo entree at the Clemson House) you may select the student special on your meal plan you may pay in cash or you may use the Tiger 1 Card
Monday-Friday Breakfast 700-930 am
Lunch 1100 am-130 pm
Dinner 430-730 pm
Saturday Breakfast 800-930 am
Lunch 1100 am-130 pm
Dinner 430-730 pm
Sunday Brunch 1030 am-130 pm
Dinner 430-730 pm
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here and there the Any-Ten Plan lets you choose 10 of the 21 meals offered each week
The Unlimited Access Plus Any Ten and Plus Any Fifteen plans offer the same benefits as their counterparts with one big difference They add ldquoPaw Pointsrdquo to your TigerStripe Account which can be used the same as cash at any dining facility on campus Check the Dining Services Web site at wwwclemsonedudining for a complete list of places to eat
26
Beds Aloft
Whatrsquos a loft Itrsquos a raised frame built up from the floor to hold a bed Students like them because they provide more floor space for things such as futons and TVs
However using a lofted bed means that you may be sleeping as much as five feet off the floor and thatrsquos a long way down Because of these safety concerns our enthusiasm for lofts is limited Many factors are involved in designing a safe loft and there are significant risks involved in using an improperly designed or constructed loft Conseshyquently we strongly discourage the construction and use of ldquohomemaderdquo lofts But we provide two options as alternatives to building your own loft
First much of the bed furniture that we provide is modular and already designed to be bunkable andor loftable This furniture has been properly enshygineered and built with strength and safety in mind Your RA can show you how it works and provide you with any special connectors needed for lofting or bunking This is definitely the preferred way to go from the standpoint of safety and convenience
Second if you want to rent or purchase a loft we suggest you use one of the services provided by either the University Bookstore or Student Govshyernment To rent lofts from Collegiate Concepts (sponsored by Student Government) visit www loftconceptscom or call 1-888-929-0806 Collegiate Concepts offers a pre-delivery service so the loft can be delivered to your room (unassembled) before you arrive The University Bookstore has literature available on a company called Timbernest or go onshyline to wwwtimbernestcom for more information on their lofts Clemsonrsquos college code for Timbernest is CF74 Details on pricing delivery and pickup are available from each company
However if you still intend to build your own loft we insist that you use specific construction guidelines which are available on our Web site at wwwhousingclemsonedu Printed copies are also available from the University Housing office These are strict construction guidelines mdash and for your safety and the safety of others mdash they are not negoshytiable
Lofts may be used in most traditional resishydence halls Outside lofts (purchased rented or constructed) are NOT allowed in any of the apartshyment areas the Greek Community on the Quad the Clemson House or any of the suite-style buildshyings However all of these areas are furnished with modular furniture that is bunkable andor loftable
Leave ldquoFluffyrdquo at Home
Unless ldquoFluffyrdquo is the name of your fish you canrsquot bring him to live in your room The only pets you may have in the residence halls or apartments are fish (tank size limited to 10 gallons or less) That means no dogs no cats no lizards no snakes no frogs no monkeys no birds Campus life just doesnrsquot suit having a pet Many of your fellow students are allergic to anishymals and most animals carry parasites such as fleas ticks and mites
One of the saddest things on campus is the growing number of stray cats and the wild kittens they produce Some strays are here because softshyhearted students saw the cute little kittens and took them back to their room only to be cited for a rule violation and charged $50 There are also students who abandon their pets at the end of the school year It is sad to see these strays but keep in mind that when you feed them they will start to depend on you for their meals So if you truly love animals donrsquot become a part of the problem
When you see an abandoned animal conshytact a Housing representative Wersquoll try to find it a good home or it will be taken to a local shelter for adoption
Wild Things
Parts of the University are in wooded areas where many woodland creatures make their home Yoursquoll see an occasional squirrel scampershying around and sometimes even catch a glimpse of a skunk or opossum However if an animal beshycomes confrontational stay calm leave quickly and report it to the nearest Housing official
Bugging Out
If yoursquore from a colder climate get ready for a shock If yoursquore from the South yoursquove seen them before bugs We love South Carolinarsquos mild winters but so do the bugs These pests can be aggravating but if we work together we
Fish Tales
can control the problem The University has a contract with a privately owned pest control company Buildings are inspected monthly and treated as needed
You can also help fight these little invaders Be aware of how pests enter your room Someshytimes they come in with items that have been stored outside or in a book bag that was left in the grass with food inside Or they might venture in through opened doors or windows Once inshyside theyrsquoll find food and water and yoursquoll have bugs for roommates These are some additional things you can do
bull Report sightings of pests to the Housing Mainshytenance Office at (864) 656-5450
bull Keep all opened food items sealed in plastic containers
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atrsquos
In a
nd
Ou
t
27
Saf
ety
Ru
les
at C
U
Play It
Safe
29
bull Keep all makeup and toiletry containers closed bull Keep your room clean bull Empty your trash can daily bull Work to reduce pest entryways bull Turn in maintenance problems promptly bull Wipe up spills as they occur bull Clean the refrigerator regularly (and in apartshy
ments donrsquot forget the stoves sinks and counter-tops too)
Be a Tiger Conservationist
When you live in University housing we ask you to practice good environmental and consershyvation habits Make efficient use of all resources Conserving water and electricity are two of the most important things you can do to make a positive imshypact such as not letting the water run in the sink while you brush your teeth or shave
Always put trash in its proper place Littering (inside or outside the buildings) is not permitted under any circumstances In short take responsibilshyity for your own actions If you make a mess please clean it up
We also ask you to reduce recycle and reuse materials whenever possible The University has an award-winning recycling program in which all facshyulty staff and students make a difference University Housing also promotes the Lighten Your Load proshygram at the end of the spring semester This program allows students to donate unwanted items to local charities which decreases the number of things they have to take home or store Itrsquos also a worthwhile opportunity to help others
As you spend your time in University buildshyings and around campus look for ways to support sustainable living and get involved in helping to conserve our precious natural resources
On Campus
Clemson is a small friendly community with little violent crime and fewer of the crime and safety problems that plague larger cities However neither the University nor the community is crime free The problems of drug and alcohol abuse acquaintance rape and other crimes affect every campus community
Thatrsquos why Clemson University has a professhysional police force of more than 30 full-time police officers who are graduates of the SC Criminal Justice Academy Theyrsquore more than just ldquocampus security officersrdquo As commissioned officers they have reporting responsibilities to the University the State Law Enforcement Division (SLED) and the court
Even before passage of the ldquoStudent Right to Know and Campus Security Act of 1990rdquo Clemson voluntarily reported its crime statistics to the FBI and has done so since 1980
Clemson also has a staff of student life proshyfessionals who are continually trained in crime prevention building security personal safety counseling victim assistance student discipline and other areas They ensure that the policies procedures and educational programs are in place to educate students about personal safety and to respond quickly and effectively to problems in campus housing and elsewhere
The campus and its physical facilities are maintained with safety in mind In recent years the University has invested heavily in improved lighting emergency telephones and security-conshyscious landscape design and maintenance In other words Clemson University is committed to proshyviding a safe and secure environment for students faculty and staff
The prompt reporting of crimes is encouraged If you have a problem at Clemson we want to know about it And we work hard to make sure ldquothe systemrdquo will be responsive to your needs
30
Additional information on security policies is contained in the Student Handbook and in the Campus Safety Report which also contains statistics on crime at the University and in the city of Clemson
A Word About Alcohol
One of the greatest potential problems facing all freshmen is the temptation to ldquoparty hardrdquo We want our students to have fun and enjoy themselves but we take a strong stance against not only the use of ilshylegal drugs but also against underage drinking and the abuse of alcohol by those of any age
The legal drinking age in South Carolina is 21 Consequently the possession or consumption of alcoshyhol in any form by anyone under age 21 is against the law and is therefore prohibited on the Clemson University campus Violations of this law and related University policies are considered very serious offensshyes and the penalties can be significant
We say this to you our new students because we want you to be successful in every way here at Clemson Experience has shown us that many students ignore or trivialize the issue of underage drinking Please donrsquot make that mistake This is a serious issue with serious consequences
Sure you can have fun But use your head Have fun legally and use good judgment That way everyshyone wins
Hall Security and Card Access
University Housing has a perimeter card access system installed in all campus residence halls Perimshyeter card access is a system that allows you to use your student ID card to enter certain exterior doors of the residence halls The system is designed to deny enshytrance into the residence halls by people who do not have permission to enter In order for this system to work we need your help Please donrsquot allow anyone to follow you in a door donrsquot allow anyone to use your ID card and never prop open a door for any reason
Your Personal Safety
We make every effort to maintain a safe campus for all students However there are some things you can do for your own safety
bull Walk in groups of two or more after dark bull Never hesitate to use the CUPDrsquos (Clemson
University Police Departmentrsquos) free Escort Sershyvice Call (864) 656-2222
bull Ride the free Clemson Area Transit (CAT) bus sershyvice
bull Walk in well-lighted well-traveled areas bull Make sure someone knows where you are and when
you expect to return bull Dress for freedom of movement mdash donrsquot wear conshy
fining or uncomfortable clothing bull After dark have your keys ready before you get to
your room apartment or car park in a well-lighted area
bull Always look into the back seat of your car and unshyder your car before getting in Also lock your doors while driving
bull Always lock your roomapartment door at night or while sleeping
bull If you receive annoying or obscene phone calls hang up and report the call to the CUPD
bull Always find out who is on the other side of the door before you open it
bull Take note of where the outdoor campus phones are located
Emergency Telephone Numbers
UniversityPoliceDepartment 911
FireDepartment 911
RedfernHealthCenter 656-2233
Ambulance 911
RapeCrisisHotline 868-7599
CAPS 656-2451
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What You Need to Know About Physical and Sexual Assault
These strategies also have been found to help you avoid or prevent assaults
bull Be on the alert be aware of danger early bull Yell flee kick bull Display outrage rather than fear bull If your life is in danger use passive resistance (vomshy
it urinate tell the attacker you are diseased)
If you are a victim or know a victim of an assault follow these guidelines
bull Call police (911) Get medical attention immedishyately At a health-care facility you will be seen by a physician and you can talk with an assault specialshyist (Your identity will be protected at all times)
bull Report the crime to the CUPD Even if you choose not to press charges you may save another victim from the same fate If you think yoursquore going to press charges do not bathe or destroy any evidence such as clothing
bull Try to get an accurate description of the assailantrsquos appearance what was said or any other information that will assist police
ldquoDate rape drugsrdquo are present on most college campuses and they have been found in Clemson Do not take a drink from an open container or from a
drink not prepared in your presence Never leave a drink unattended Know who you are with Report all suspicious acts or persons to CUPD at (864) 656-2222 (or 911) More information about your safety will be available when you arrive on campus For additional information about staying safe keeping your things safe and getting a list of safety tips visit stuaffclemson educupd
Keeping Your Things Safe
bull Before coming to campus have identification numshybers engraved on your valuable belongings such as laptops bikes stereos etc and register them with the CUPD
bull Examine your parentsrsquo homeowners policy and be sure your personal property is insured
bull Always close and lock your doors and windows whenever you go to bed and whenever you leave your room or apartment even if yoursquore just going away for a few minutes Never loan out your key and report a lost key immediately to your RA If you canrsquot find your key see your RA about a recore (See Key Policy on page 35)
bull Donrsquot keep a lot of cash in your room bull Follow all visitation and escort policies bull Register your property with the Police Department
at stuaffclemsoneducupd
32
Fire Safety
Fire safety in a residence hall or apartment is everyonersquos responsibility Itrsquos important that you not only follow fire safety procedures but report all violashytions or fire hazards to your RA immediately bull Smoke only in designated areas NEVER IN BED bull Turn off electric blankets irons lamps and curling
irons right after use bull Never cover lamps with any material for any reason bull Candles and other open flame devices are not
allowed in residence halls or apartments (not even for decoration)
bull Halogen lamps are not permitted in residence halls or apartments
bull Check the smoke detector in your area weekly Go to your hall or apartment front desk for replacement batteries If you have a fire extinguisher in your area check it too
bull Keep hallways and exit paths clear at all times bull Do not overload circuits by plugging too many applishy
ances into one outlet If two or more appliances with a combined wattage of more than 1500 watts are used you must have an Underwriter Laboratory-apshyproved power strip with a built-in circuit breaker (15 amp or less)
bull Extension cords shall not be used as a substitute for permanent wiring
bull Extension cords must not be used in succession or in conjunction with power strips
bull If you see a fire immediately move to a safe area and call 911 to report the fire
bull If your clothing catches on fire drop to the floor and roll back and forth until the flame is out
bull ALWAYS take fire alarms seriously and leave the building by assigned routes
bull Gas grills may not be used or stored in any residential area (including apartments)
bull All curtains decorations or displays used in windows must be made of flame-resistive materials
bull Do not tamper with or remove any fire detection deshyvice and do not hang anything from a sprinkler head
Thatrsquos theRule Since yoursquore new here you probably have a lot
of questions about living on campus This section will give you a better idea of your rights on campus as well as Clemson Universityrsquos regulations put in place for your safety and well-being Our policies are creshyated to make an atmosphere that helps all students enjoy and benefit from their university experience
Alcohol Policy The Universityrsquos policies on the possession and
consumption of alcohol are the same as the municipal ordinances and state and federal laws For students of legal drinking age the University does not restrict the possesshysion or consumption of alcohol in your private residence (your room or apartment) except in certain residence halls designated as alcohol-free However in public areas outside of your residence you may not have an open container of an alcoholic beverage of any kind Public areas include residence hall lobbies utilitystudy rooms hallways and areas immediately outside residence halls and apartments Possession consumption or display of alcohol or alcohol containers is not permitted in any area designated as alshycohol-free A number of residence halls are designated as totally alcohol-free These include Johnstone Main and
Annex Benet Young Geer Sanders Byrnes Lever Manning Smith Barnett Mauldin and Holmes For deshytailed information concerning the consumption of alcohol in University housing contact your RD or area housing office Also refer to your Student Handbook
Asbestos Some areas of University housing have asbestos-conshy
taining materials present A licensed asbestos abatement team manages these materials Students especially those erecting and using lofts should use caution and not disturb any sprayed-on ceiling materials Any questions concernshying the asbestos materials locations and hazards should be referred to the Housing Facilities Office or the Asbestos Abatement Program director at (864) 656-4930 for further clarification
Banners and Signs Hanging banners on residence halls is a good way
to campaign for office announce an event or show your school spirit But before displaying your sign check with your RA or RD to find out where signs may be displayed If you put up a banner yoursquore responsible for taking it down no later than 24 hours after itrsquos ldquoold newsrdquo Be sure all the tape remains are removed too
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bull Keep all outside doors locked Propping outside doors for easy re-entry makes the entire building less secure and is considered a very serious violashytion of policy
bull Keep your room door locked bull Report all suspicious activities and individuals to
the desk staff night security officers and the poshylice
bull Always lock your car and never leave valuables in your car
bull Register your bicycle with the campus police and always lock it securely through the wheels and frame
bull Park your car in the designated lots if you leave it on campus during breaks
Visit stuaffclemsoneducupd for additional inforshymation
34
Candles Incense Fireworks Firearms Inflammables and Explosives
Due to concerns for fire safety and personal safety having or using any items that might be classified under these headshyings is strictly forbidden in University housing Violations of this policy could result in suspension from the University eviction from University housing andor separation from the University
Clearance Cards This term refers to the large card also called a ldquoRoom
Property Certificaterdquo that each resident is required to review and sign during the first 24 hours after moving into University housing The card has a space for you to report any missing or damaged property in your room or apartment Itrsquos very important that you check the card carefully and return it to your RA If you donrsquot at the end of the year you could be held responsible for anything wrong with your room or apartment regardless of its condition when you moved in
Cooking Housing has restrictions against cooking in residence hall
rooms (not apartments) for a couple of reasons 1) Fire safety 2) Sanitation Anything you can prepare in a thermostatically conshy
trolled percolator or a hot-air popcorn popper is legal You may also use the combination microwaverefrigerator-freezer (Microfridge) available for rent from Student Government Any other type of cooking equipment must be stored and used in your residence hall kitchen not in your room Violations of this policy will result in a $50 charge Gas grills may not be used or stored in any residence hall or apartment area
Damages Communal Property Your contract explains that when hallways bathrooms
elevators and other public areas in a residence facility receive undue abuse we expect the assistance of the residents of that area in finding the person(s) responsible When the person(s) cannot be identified all residents will be required to pay a proshyrated share of repairing such damages
Damages Rooms or Apartments As your University Housing Contract explains yoursquore
responsible for any damages that happen in your room or apartment while you live here If damages are accidental you must still pay repair costs When damages are the result of vandalism the person(s) responsible must not only pay for reshypairs but may also face disciplinary proceedings
Drugs All University officials including Housing officials will
assist and cooperate with law enforcement personnel as they
perform their duties in controlling the possession and use of illegal substances on campus Students convicted of violations of state or federal laws are subject to further disciplinary action by the University
Fire Safety On-campus residents can help keep their homes and their
neighbors safe from fire by following all Housing regulations concerning candles fireworks explosives halogen lamps the use of electrical equipment and general safety standards Any student who willfully compromises the safety of fellow residents by tampering with fire safety equipment or sounding false alarms will be subject to criminal prosecution eviction from University housing andor separation from the Univershysity Students who fail to evacuate when an alarm sounds are also subject to disciplinary action
Furniture Removal Every piece of furniture in your room or apartment at the
time you move in must stay in the roomapartment for the entire time you live there You may not remove store or trade furnishings There is an automatic $50 charge for violating this policy
Guns See ldquoCandles Incense Fireworks etcrdquo
Harassment It is the policy of Clemson University to conduct and
provide programs activities and services to students faculty and staff in an atmosphere free from racial or sexual harassshyment Harassment is any behavior that would verbally or physically threaten torment badger heckle or persecute an individual because of hisher race or gender Harassment of University faculty staff students or visitors is prohibited and shall subject the offender to appropriate disciplinary action Students who feel that they have been subjected to racial or sexual harassment should seek advice from the Office of Human Resources
Housing Contract You are required to sign a University Housing Contract
each year when you reserve a room or apartment and itrsquos important that you read your copy carefully Be sure you unshyderstand that the contract is binding for an entire academic year You canrsquot move off campus after first semester unless you meet very specific conditions outlined in the contract If yoursquore thinking about moving off campus talk with someone in University Housing before you make your plans
Incident Reports Residentapartment assistants and resident directors are
charged with the responsibility of confronting and working with students who break University or Housing policies Such violations are documented through incident reports which are completed and submitted by RAs and RDs Once a student violates a policy and an incident report is completed a Housing administrator deshycides how the infraction is to be handled Violations of policy may be dealt with administratively or through the Office of Student Conduct
Key Policy When you first report to your room or apartment yoursquoll be
issued one key free of charge If you lose your key and need a temshyporary replacement you may check one out from the desk for your area If you donrsquot find your lost key within 24 hours your lock must be changed and new keys cut The resulting cost is $50 When you check out of University housing your key must be returned or rekeying will be necessary and you will be charged for the service
Ledges Roofs Attics and Equipment Rooms The University Housing Contract expressly describes
these areas as ldquooff-limitsrdquo In the interest of your personal safety we expect your cooperation in this matter
Lofts Lofts may be used in most traditional residence hall
rooms See page 26 for more details on lofts Lofting is NOT permitted in Holmes McCabe or the Stadium Resishydence halls the Clemson House the Greek Community on the Quad or any of the apartment areas
Lounges Many residence hall lounges are open for use by all
residents on an unlimited basis Others however may be reserved for private gatherings of residents or student orshyganizations through the appropriate area office
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7
8 9
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CP-3
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E-3
E-10
E-5
E-14
E-7
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E-6
E-8E-9
E-11
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E-16
E-32E-15
R-2 R-3C-12C-5C-4
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C-6
C-10C-3C-13
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Quiet Hours Quiet hours are in effect 24 hours a day Strict quiet hours
are in effect from 700 pm until 800 am meaning there should be no disturbing noise in the residence halls and apartshyments At least one week before final exams and through the examination period strict quiet hours are to be observed 24 hours a day
Roofs See ldquoLedges Roofs Attics etcrdquo
Room and Apartment Changes
Employee (Green Permit) Restricted as Posted Commuting Student (Orange Permit) and Employee Resident Student (Blue Permit)No room or apartment changes may be made unless a
formal request has been submitted to the Housing office and approval has been received Performing an illegal room change
Parking Designations
Apartment (Purple Permit) Clemson House Resident Student (Purple Permit)
carries an automatic charge of $50 Questions about changes may be directed at any time to the assistant director of housshying administrative services-assignments at 200 Mell Hall Call (864) 656-2295 to make an appointment
Sales and Solicitation To protect your right to privacy in your residence hall
room or apartment the University has strict guidelines on fund-raisers promotions or sales on campus All solicitation must be approved by the Office of Programs and Activities so be sure to contact this office at (864) 656-4636 or 656-4357 if you have a sale or fund-raiser in mind Also if your right to privacy in your hall or apartment is ever violated by a door-toshydoor canvasser please report it immediately to the RA or RD for your area
Showers Members of the opposite sex are not allowed to use the
shower facilities of the residence halls that are served by comshymunal bathrooms
Smoke-free Halls All residence halls are designated as totally smoke-free
areas Apartment areas are self-regulated in regard to smoking
Visitation Members of the opposite sex are allowed in rooms and
apartments every day based upon the visitation for that area All residence halls with communal baths have a Standard Visshyitation plan 1000-200 am every day Areas with private or suite baths have a Self-Regulated plan that allows occupants to set visitation hours by mutual agreement at the beginning of each year or whenever occupancy changes
Window TreatmentsDisplays All curtains decorations or displays used in windows must
be made of flame-resistive materials
Emergency Call Station
C-11
C-2 E-2
R-1
19 E-20
R-4 E-1
21
15
A 20 E-13 22
14A 16
C-1 12 P-2
17 13
P-1 18
BB
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Employee (Green Permit)Restricted as PostedCommuting Student (Orange Permit) and EmployeeResident Student (Blue Permit)Apartment (Purple Permit)Clemson House Resident Student (Purple Permit)Emergency Call Station
Parking Designations
P-1
P-2
E-2
E-1
E-10
E-13
E-20
R-1
R-4
C-1
C-2
A
B
Campus Map
E-8 E-9 P-4
C-11 C-4 C-5 E-7C C-12 R-2 R-3
P-3
E-3 C-13 C-3 C-10
C-7 C-9
E-4
E-16 C-6 DE-14
E-15 E-32
E-5
E-12
E-6
E-11
1 Johnstone A and A Annex
The Suites 2 McCabe 3 Holmes 4 Stadium Residence Hall
The Shoeboxes 5 Geer 6 Sanders 7 Benet 8 Young 9 Cope
10 Clemson House
Bryan Mall 11 Mauldin 12 Barnett 13 Smith 14 Manning 15 Lever 16 Byrnes
The Apartments 17 Calhoun Courts 18 Thornhill Village 19 Lightsey Bridge I 20 Lightsey Bridge II
Clemsonrsquos Greek Community on the Quad 21 Bowen 22 Bradley 23 Donaldson 24 Wannamaker 25 Norris 26 Simpson North 27 Simpson South
28 Hendrix Student Center
Dining Halls 29 Schilletter 30 Harcombe 31 Clemson House
Coming to
Campus Get
tin
g H
ere
37
Campus Entry A
From Anderson on Highway 76 Pass the SC National Guard (on right) at stopshylight turn left onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) From EasleyGreenville on Highway 123 Turn left onto Highway 76 at the Ramada Inn Go under Highway 93 (do not exit) at stoplight turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road the next road to the right) From Central on Highway 93 Exit onto Highway 76 toward Anderson Stay right at stoplight turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road)
Campus Entry B
From Anderson on Highway 76 Exit onto Highway 93 Clemson University Exit From EasleyGreenville on Highway 123 Exit onto Highway 93 at Clemson University Exit From Seneca on Highway 123 Follow Highway 123 Turn right on Highway 76 Turn right onto Highway 93 at Clemson University Exit From Central on Highway 93 Go straight onto camshypus
Campus Entry C
From Seneca on Highway 123 Bear right onto Highway 93 to Clemson University Go across bridge turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road)
Campus Entry D
From Seneca on Highway 123 Bear right onto Highway 93 to Clemson University Go across bridge pass Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) turn right at next stoplight onto Williamson Road
42
Bryan Mall Byrnes Manning Lever Smith Barnett and Mauldin Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station turn right at Cherry Road Turn left into Bryan Mall at stop sign If parking is full you may park in the green spaces along Cherry Road
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass football stadium and Strom Thurmond Institute turn left onto Cherry Road Enter Bryan Mall by turning left at stop sign If parking is full you may park in the green spaces along Cherry Road Pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
The Stadium Residence Hall and the Shoeboxes Cope Benet Young Geer and Sanders Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station go through traffic signal at Cherry Road pass Strom Thurmond Institute and turn right onto Williamson Road Follow Williamson Road to stop sign Continue straight after stop sign turn right on South Palmetto Boulevard and imshymediately turn left into Sirrine parking lot or go straight on Williamson Road until Fort Hill Street turn right and park behind Geer or Sanders halls
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Go past the football stadium (on your left) and turn left onto Williamson Road You can then either turn right onto South Palmetto Boulevard and immediately left into the Sirrine parking lot or you can take a chance on finding a slot in the loading docks behind the halls by continushying on Williamson Road and turning right onto Fort Hill Street Pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
Johnstone Hall Sections A and A Annex
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to the second stoplight veer left toward Tillman Hall You will approach Tillman Hall You can either park on the street near Tillman or behind Tillman You may pick up your key in the University Union loggia
Holmes and McCabe Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to the second stoplight veer left toward Tillman Hall turn left at Calhoun Drive and turn right at Fort Hill Street
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry D Turn right onto Williamson Road and left onto Fort Hill Street Park in any available space and pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
Lightsey Bridge
From Anderson EasleyGreenville and Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station turn right onto Lightsey Bridge Road
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass football stadium Strom Thurmond Institute Cherry Road and Resident Parking Lot turn left onto Lightsey Bridge Road Report to desk at Lightsey Bridge Commons Building to check in and pick up your key
Thornhill Village
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Turn at the first left onto Newman Road Park near assigned apartment report to Thornhill Village Commons Building to check in and pick up key Residents may leave cars parked in adjashycent resident spaces after unloading
Calhoun Courts
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Turn at first left onto Newman Road Go through Thornhill Village turn right onto Morrison Street Park and walk to Calhoun Courts Commons Building to check in and get your key You may then move your car to the street near your apartshyment to unload
Clemson House
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to first stoplight turn right onto North Palmetto Boushylevard You can follow that road to the front of Clemson House or turn right immediately on Lee Street and turn left on Daniel Drive Pick up your key at the front desk You may park in any marked space to unload
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Call UsBarnett Hall Lightsey Bridge I Apartments Desk 656-2130 Desk 656-1150 RD Office 858-4230 RD Office
Benet Hall Lightsey Bridge II Apartments Desk 656-2349 Desk 656-1150 RD Office 858-8614 RD Office
Byrnes Hall Manning Hall Desk 656-2140 Desk 656-2311 RD Office 656-0420 RD Office
Calhoun Courts Apartments Mauldin Hall Desk 656-2341 Desk 656-2130 RD Office 656-0421 RD Office
Clemson House McCabe Hall Desk 656-2075 Desk 656-1767 RD Office 656-1841 RD Office
Cope Hall Sanders Hall Desk 656-4800 Desk 656-2403 RD Office 858-8434 RD Office
Greek Community on the Quad Smith Hall Desk 656-0528 Desk 656-2130
RD Office 656-7578 RD Office
Geer Hall Stadium Residence Hall
Desk 656-2404 Desk 656-4800
RD Office 858-8614 RD Office
Holmes Hall Thornhill Village Apartments
Desk 656-1767 Desk 656-1257
RD Office 656-4386 RD Office
Johnstone A Young Hall
Desk 656-2366 Desk 656-2410
RD Office 858-8822 RD Office
Lever Hall Desk 656-7325 RD Office 656-0419
656-0422
656-0422
656-0670
656-5441
858-8448
858-8861
858-4230
656-4817
656-1258
858-8861
Additional University Phone Numbers Admissions 656-2287 Bookstore 656-2050 Bursarrsquos Office 656-2321 Career Center 656-6000 Computer Center Help Desk 656-3494 Counseling and Psychological
Services 656-2451 Fike Recreation Center 656-2315 Financial Aid 656-2280 Graduate Admissions 656-3195 Honors College 656-4762 ID Services 656-0763 International Programs
and Services 656-3614 Library 656-3027 Maintenance and Custodial 656-5450 Parking Services 656-2270 Pest Control 656-5450 Post Office 656-2351 Registrar 656-2171 ResCom Support 656-5441 Student Disability Services 656-6848 Student Government 656-2195 Telecommunications 656-2600 Visitors Center 656-4789
Main Housing Office (864) 656-2295 FAX (864) 656-7615
Additional information is available at our Web site wwwhousingclemsonedu
Equal Opportunity in Programs and Activities Federal laws prohibit discrimination under programs and activshy
ities receiving federal financial assistance The statutes listed below are applicable to Clemson University and provide in part
Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 ldquoNo person in the United States shall on the ground of race
color or national origin be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 ldquoNo person in the United States shall on the basis of sex be
excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subshyjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ldquoNo otherwise qualified disabled individual in the United
States shall solely by reason of their disability be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Clemson University Statement Regarding Nondiscrimination
Clemson University does not discriminate against any indishyvidual or group of individuals on the basis of age color disability gender national origin race religion sexual orientation or vetershy
anrsquos status
Clemson University conducts its programs and activities involving admission and treatment of students employment teachshying research and public service in a nondiscriminatory manner as prescribed by federal law and regulation
Inquiries concerning the above may be addressed to President Clemson University Clemson South Carolina 29634 or Director Office for Civil Rights Department of Education Washington DC 20201
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HomeDonrsquot Leave Without It
Herersquos a checklist of things to consider bringing for your room or apartmenthellip
Alarm clock Bathrobe Blankets Book bagbackpack Can opener Cleaning supplies Coffee pothot pot Desk lamp (not halogen) Electrical surge protector Fan First-aid supplies Flashlight Hairdryer Hot-air popcorn popper Iron Ironing board Lap desk Laundry supplies (detergent laundry basket hangers)
University Housing 200 Mell Hall Box 344075 Clemson SC 29634-4075 (864) 656-2295 FAX (864) 656-7615
wwwhousingclemsonedu
Laptop Mattress cover (extra-long for a twin bed) Pillows Plastic storage containers Radio Raincoat Room decorations (no candles or incense) School supplies Sheets (extra-long for twin bed) Shower caddy Telephone Television with cable cord Toiletries Towels Trash can Umbrella Vacuum cleaner
Required
CU Police
The Clemson University Police Departshyment is here to protect you In addition security officers are assigned to each residence hall and apartment area Itrsquos a comfort to know that these officers periodically patrol the premises throughout the night
Control Desks
A ldquocontrolrdquo desk is the main operations center for a given housing area Student desk assistants (DAs) staff these control desks for the residence halls and apartment areas They greet guests issue keys take maintenance reshyquests and answer the main phone
Maintenance Services
University Housing employs a full-time staff for maintenance in all residential areas You can easily recognize the maintenance staff members by their uniform If you need to request maintenance services fill out a Mainshytenance Request Form at the front desk call
(864) 656-5450 or go online to wwwhousing clemsonedu Occasionally contractors will perform specialized maintenance services For emergency maintenance service contact your RA or RD
Custodial Services
Although yoursquore responsible for keeping your room clean University Housing emshyploys a custodial staff to clean all common areas such as lounges hallways and commushynal bathrooms Yoursquoll see the same face on a regular basis because one custodian is assigned to your area Take the time to meet your hall area custodian He or she is an important part of your community
If custodial services are needed in your building call (864) 656-5450 For emergency custodial services contact your RA or RD We appreciate your assistance in keeping your common areas clean
in a Dayrsquos Work Hall
All
for
On
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13
Residence Hall Association
The Clemson University Residence Hall Association (RHA) is right at home workshying for you RHA is the student voice for housing concerns programming and leadershyship opportunities We invite all students to participate in this group Logon to www housingclemsonedurha for more information
RHA funds are raised through linen comforter sales final exam kits and several other fund-raising programs The sale of linshyens is handled by a national company called On-Campus Marketing To find out more or to place an order just go online to wwwrhl orgclu or call 1-800-957-4338
Residence Hall Councils
If yoursquore looking for a group to join you donrsquot have to look any further than your
own residence hall The Residence Hall Council (RHC) is made up of elected or apshypointed representatives from every hall and apartment complex The RHC organizes programs and makes recommendations on housing policies Contact your RA or RD if yoursquore interested in serving Get involved
Student Employees
You may be able to find a job right in your own residential area University Housing hires enrolled students as front-desk assistants office workers student program assistants ResCom computing consultants weekend custodians maintenance assistants and resident assistants Talk to your RA about job opportunities with University Housing if yoursquod like more information
14
Hall Meetings
Your resident assistant wants to keep you informed so sometimes all the residents in a hall or area will meet to hear whatrsquos up or to discuss things Your RA will put up posters to let you know when a hall or area meeting is scheduled If you canrsquot make the meeting check with your RA to catch up
Student Judicial Boards
Some people donrsquot play ldquofairrdquo When that happens the University has to step in Student peer review boards hear cases of alleged misconshyduct that occur within and outside of University housing These boards are made up of students and they work in cooperation with Student Government and the Office of Student Conshyduct If yoursquore interested in serving on one of these boards call the Office of Student Conduct at (864) 656-0510
Holiday Breaks
Sometimes itrsquos impossible or impractical for our students to travel home during breaks Residence halls and apartments are open over spring and fall breaks as well as the Thanksshygiving holiday There are fewer staff members around but security officers keep their regular
schedules Residence halls are closed between the fall and spring semesters from the morning after December graduation until early January Look for information related to holidays in the Clemson Home newsletter which will come to you through your RA and by email
Visitation
The times that members of the opposite sex can visit your room are designated as either ldquostandardrdquo or ldquoself-regulatedrdquo visitation dependshying on where you live Check with your RA to be sure In the residence halls you have to escort your guest to and from the room and you must be in the room during the visit If yoursquod like to have some of your old friends (or a brother or sister) hang out with you for the weekend be sure to talk to your roommate first and see if the visit fits with his or her plans However overnight visits by members of the opposite sex are not permitted in halls with communal baths If you want to have a guest for more than two consecutive nights or a guest who visits frequently yoursquoll need to obtain writshyten permission from a Housing official Please see your University Housing Contract for more details on Clemsonrsquos visitation policies The bottom line is mutual respect for everyone
Common Ground
15
At Clemson there are students from all over the United States and 80 other countries
Regardless of where our students come from they have many of the same goals and ideals mdash they want a great educational experishyence and a chance to grow as members of the global community We believe our strength as a Clemson ldquofamilyrdquo comes from sharing different ideas and experiences that broaden our view of the world In University Housing we support this educational process We are personally and professionally committed to encouraging accepshytance and celebrating these differences within our communities
Each unique aspect of yours and your neighborrsquos is valuable mdash whether itrsquos political affiliation regional ties race ethnicity cultural or national origin religious beliefs sexual orishyentation gender age mental andor physical challenges socioeconomic class academic class personality types etc We encourage you to get into the spirit of the Clemson community by mdash
Keeping an open mind(Donrsquot make assumptions about others You could be wrong)
Challenging yourself(Get to know people who are different from you)
Asking questions(Donrsquot be afraid or embarrassed People welshycome questions)
Accepting that your values may conflict with anotherrsquos values(You can accept othersrsquo values without agreeing with them)
Attending diverse University events and Housing-sponsored programs (Education doesnrsquot stop inside the classshyroom and it can be FUN)
Inappropriate behaviors or acts of intolershyance will be confronted Any action that stifles another personrsquos responsible expression of hisher individuality interferes with everyonersquos opportunities for growth Join us in maintainshying your right to be yourself and to learn by interacting with others When you protect the rights of one you advance the primary goal of all mdash education Here at Clemson itrsquos all for one and one for all
16
Roomshymates Respect Is the Key
Living with a roommate doesnrsquot have to be a ldquobig dealrdquo The most important thing is that you keep an open mind and learn to respect each other Get to know your new roommate the same as you would any other new person You already know that both of you want a Clemson education So just take it from there
Talk About It
Want to know how to get along with roomshymates Talk to them Itrsquos the most important thing you can do in a relationship If something is bothering you the sooner you talk about it the sooner yoursquoll be able to work it out After all no one can read your mind and you canrsquot read anyone elsersquos
Lend an Ear
Sometimes itrsquos just one of those days Try to understand why your roommate may have reacted a certain way It may have nothing to do with you Maybe he or she is having a tough time and just needs someone to listen mayshybe your roommate can do the same for you
Take a Breather
Everyone needs a little space occasionally mdash time to be alone and just think things out Keep that in mind and give each other time for privacy You can fill your need for peace and quiet while your roommate is in class or at a club meeting Be User Friendly
We each have our own ideas about sharing our things Take the time to ask before you borshyrow things that belong to your roommate Itrsquos an even better idea to talk this out up front and agree on whatrsquos community property and whatrsquos off limits
Share Your Neat Ideas
You may have your own version of a clean room but make sure you share that ldquovisionrdquo with your roommate The two of you should decide together whatrsquos a comfortable level of clean
18
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Service
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19
Think About It
There are lots of things you should discuss with your roommate as soon as you get settled in For example
bull Do you expect the room to be more of a social space where friends can hang out or more of a study space where you can concenshytrate on class work
bull Are you a night owl or an early bird How late may guests stay
bull How do you want to handle visits by boyshyfriendsgirlfriends
bull Will you be around on the weekends What are your expectations about those times
Of course therersquos more you need to talk about but you get the idea Talk about your concerns before they become issues
The Clemson campus ldquocommunityrdquo has most of the things you need for day-to-day living right on campus If you donrsquot see the sershyvice you need listed below your RA can point you in the right direction
Got Cash
Carolina First Wachovia BBampT and Bank of America all have 24-hour automated teller machines adjacent to the Dillard Buildshying (near the HolmesMcCabe area and the Shoeboxes) Bank of America and the State Credit Union have ATMs behind Byrnes Hall Wachovia has one in the Hendrix Center and First Citizens has one in the University Union loggia If your home bank has VISAMaster-Card Cirrus AFFN Honor or Plus System bank cards you can access funds from home
and your parents can make direct deposits into your account Dollar-bill change machines are located in the Dillard Building and are in most of the residence halls and apartments In adshydition Carolina First Bank has a full-service branch on the lower level of the Hendrix Center
TigerStripe Accounts
The TigerStripe Account program lets you deposit money into an account and use the Tiger 1 Card as a prepaid debit card on or off campus You can use it at the Bookstore the laundry and the dining facilities You can even buy your concert tickets with it In fact there are over 300 locations on and off campus that accept the Tiger 1 Card Visit wwwtiger1 clemsonedu for more details about the benefits offered by your Tiger 1 Card
20
Getting Hungry
When your appetite takes over yoursquoll find several spots on campus to tame your hunger The Canteen and Loggia Latte in the University Union and the Fernow Street Cafeacute located beshytween Riggs and Freeman halls are convenient places to go for a quick meal Paw Mart in the University Union is also a handy refreshment stop for snacks and drinks Therersquos also Chilirsquos Too loshycated next to the Harcombe Dining Hall And be sure to check out the food court in the Hendrix Center and the Java City coffee shop in the Cooper Library Cornershop in the Hendrix Censhyter is another stop for a tasty snack Schilletter Dining Hall is behind the Hendrix Center and the Clemson House Dining Hall is across from Bowman Field Snack amp Stax in Cooper Library features convenience store items a selection of beverages and a variety of snacks If yoursquore lookshying for a special place to dine with friends donrsquot forget about Seasons by the Lake at the Madren Center
The Center of Attention
The Hendrix Student Center has lots of atshytractions for busy active students and itrsquos a great place to meet and mingle The center is named for Clemson alumnus and life member of the Board of Trustees Leon J Hendrix and is located on East Campus next to Schilletter Dining Hall near the residence halls and apartments
The center includes a student lounge meetshying rooms and a five-vendor food court You can also take in a movie in the 154-seat theater and two ballrooms accommodate functions for stushydent organizations and conferences The Hendrix Center is also the home to the University Teleshycommunications office the University Bookstore the Student Union administrative offices the Harvey and Lucinda Gantt Intercultural Center and the Michelinreg Career Center as well as a full-service branch of Carolina First Bank
Check It Out
Cooper Library has become one of the most popular places for students on campus Not only can you find books articles DVDs and more
you can get research help at the Reference Desk Then you can take your laptop and meet with your study group on the balcony while you enjoy a latte from Java City The library also has scanners a fax machine photocopiers and private group study rooms
Cooper Library is open 24 hours a day from Sunday at 1000 am until Friday at midnight Saturday hours are 1000 am to midnight For more information go to wwwlibclemsonedu or call (864) 656-1557
Getting Around
With Clemsonrsquos mild climate biking is a popular means of transportation Bike racks are located outside the residence halls Yoursquoll need a lock to secure your bike to the racks and it should be registered with the Clemson University Police Department (CUPD) Bikes may be kept inside only if they are in your individual room or apartshyment Mopeds may be parked in outdoor bicycle racks but may not be brought inside
Cars motorcycles mopeds and motor scootshyers must have a parking permit which is available from Parking Services and they must be parked in appropriately marked spaces If yoursquore bringing a vehicle to campus donrsquot forget to apply for a parking permit
Remember mopeds may not be brought inside any building and riding is prohibited on sidewalks All walkways are also off limits to skateboards bicycles rollerblades skates or similar items
Come on and Take a Free Ride
The city of Clemson provides a free shuttle bus service on and off campus called CAT (Clemson Area Transit) CAT is the largest fare-free public transit system in the nation In 2000 and 2005 it was selected as the ldquoBest Transit Systemrdquo in the state by the SC Department of Transportation Each CAT bus is equipped with a bike rack in case you need to temporarily switch gears (and vehicles)
CAT Bus Hours
Monday-Friday 622-300 am Saturday 800 pm-300 am Sunday 500 pm-300 am
Call (864) 654-CATS (2287) for more inshyformation and a system map The CAT office is located at 1200 Tiger Boulevard Suite 2
Yoursquove Got Mail
Each student will need to rent a post office box at the University Post Office located in the University Union You can sign up for a post office box online when you pay your fees The University will send you an email with your asshysigned box number and other information Post office boxes are rented from August to August In the summer mail is forwarded to your home address If you have questions please call (864) 656-2351 or email studpoclemsonedu
Laundry Day
Washers and dryers are provided on the ground level of each residence hall in Bryan Mall Calhoun Courts Commons Lightsey Bridge Comshymons and Thornhill Village Commons also have laundry facilities Clemson House has washers and dryers available in the basement Students who live on West Campus use the washers and dryers in the Dillard Building in the basement of
Holmes Hall and on the first floor of Stadium Resshyidence Hall Washers and dryers are also available in all the residence halls in the Greek Community on the Quad Donrsquot forget to bring your own iron and ironing board
The Healthy Way
Not feeling well Take a trip to Redfern Health Center Redfern consists of three divisions Medical Services Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) and Health EducationAlcohol and Drug Education All students who take seven or more credit hours during the fall and spring semesters are required to pay a health fee of $125 per semester If you register for three or more credit hours during each summer session you must pay a health fee of $45 per summer session The health fee provides for the professional services of the physicians psychologists and nurse pracshytitioners and for reduced costs of lab X-ray and pharmacy services The health fee also provides a secondary urgent-care insurance benefit that pays up to $500 per incident for expenses incurred in the treatment of urgent problems that arise when Redfern Health Center is closed
Primary health-care services are available Monday-Friday 800 am-500 pm You can be seen throughout the day by appointment at (864)
656-1541 The Nurses Clinic is available if you donrsquot have an appointment At this clinic yoursquoll be assessed by a nurse and receive care After hours if you have questions about your health-care needs you can call the Nursewise Line at 1-888-525-1333
Emergency transportation is provided by the Clemson University ambulance which is staffed with licensed EMTs 24 hours a day seven days a week After-hours health-care providers available (at your expense) include Anderson Area Medical Center Clemson Health Center (a private urgent health-care facility) Palmetto Baptist Medical Center Greenville Memorial Medical Center and Oconee Memorial Hospital
You already know that college is a big step in your life If yoursquore having trouble adjusting once you get here help is only a phone call away Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) provides mental health services for various issues including depression anxiety stress management anger management relationship violence sexual assault and addictions
Depending on the concern you may be seen in a group as a couple or individually Numerous groups are offered throughout the semester to help you learn specific skills such as stress management and assertiveness Other groups allow for pershysonal growth and integration A multidisciplinary approach to the treatment of eating disorders provides integration of medical nutritional and psychological services The LifeStyles program is a specialized approach to assist students with substance misuseabuse concerns After an evalushyation students are placed in psychoeducational groups and may receive group or individual counshyseling Each semester on a first-come first-served basis CAPS conducts a limited number of psyshychological evaluations for learning disabilities and attention disorders An on-site psychiatrist evalushyates and monitors studentsrsquo medication regimens as needed All services are confidential
For CAPS services call (864) 656-2451 for an appointment CAPS also offers a walk-in clinic from 1000 am to 230 pm where you can see a counselor on a first-come first-served basis for brief evaluation or emergency intervention Mental health crisis assistance and consultation are available 24 hours a day After hours and on weekends you can reach the on-call counselor by dialing the University police at (864) 656-2222 Most services are free to students some require a reduced fee Students who pay the health fee may receive 10 individual sessions per semester at no charge There is no limit for group sessions There are charges for LifeStyles psychiatric services and psychometric testing and this is discussed before services are rendered All services are provided by licensed psychologists licensed professional counshyselors certified addiction counselors predoctoral psychology interns or masterrsquos counseling interns
The Health Education area is committed to promoting healthy lifestyles and reducing high-risk behaviors The Alcohol and Drug Education area provides programming referrals counseling and instruction on University policies and personshyal issues associated with alcohol and drug use
Student Disability Services
Student Disability Services coordinates the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities in compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 All reasonable accommodations are individualized flexible and confidential based on the nature of the disability and the academic environment Students must provide documentation of the disability and request needed accommodations Variations in housing arrangements for student with disabilities must be coordinated through the Student Disabilshyity Office For information visit room G20 Redfern Health Center or call (864) 656-6848
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24
Food for Thought
Meal Plans
Busy students need lots of ldquofuelrdquo Thatrsquos why Clemson offers six meal options to satisfy difshyferent eating habits Unlimited Access allows you to go to the dining halls as often as you like anytime theyrsquore open If you want anything from three meals a day to unlimited snacking this is the plan for you On the Any-Fifteen Plan you can choose 15 of the 21 meals offered each week If you have a hectic schedule or like to grab a bite
Dining Halls
All meal plans can be used in Harcombe Food Court Schilletter Dining Hall or Clemson House Harcombe and Schilletter serve all day so no matter what your schedule yoursquoll find food when you find the time
Harcombe
Monday-Friday Harcombe is closed on weekends
Breakfast 700-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-800 pm (Mon-Thurs)425-700 pm (Fri)
Schilletter
Monday-Friday Breakfast 700-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-800 pm (Sun-Thurs)425-700 pm (Fri-Sat)
Cookie Break 930-1030 pm (Mon-Thurs)
Saturday Breakfast 800-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-700 pm
Sunday Breakfast 800-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-800 pm
Cookie Break 930-1030 pm
Clemson House
If yoursquore looking for more of a restaurant atshymosphere try the Clemson House There are four ways you can choose to pay for your meal You may use your meal plan as a cash equivalency to purchase a-la-carte meals (Unlimited Access used once per meal period and only for the ldquostudent specialrdquo entree at the Clemson House) you may select the student special on your meal plan you may pay in cash or you may use the Tiger 1 Card
Monday-Friday Breakfast 700-930 am
Lunch 1100 am-130 pm
Dinner 430-730 pm
Saturday Breakfast 800-930 am
Lunch 1100 am-130 pm
Dinner 430-730 pm
Sunday Brunch 1030 am-130 pm
Dinner 430-730 pm
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here and there the Any-Ten Plan lets you choose 10 of the 21 meals offered each week
The Unlimited Access Plus Any Ten and Plus Any Fifteen plans offer the same benefits as their counterparts with one big difference They add ldquoPaw Pointsrdquo to your TigerStripe Account which can be used the same as cash at any dining facility on campus Check the Dining Services Web site at wwwclemsonedudining for a complete list of places to eat
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Beds Aloft
Whatrsquos a loft Itrsquos a raised frame built up from the floor to hold a bed Students like them because they provide more floor space for things such as futons and TVs
However using a lofted bed means that you may be sleeping as much as five feet off the floor and thatrsquos a long way down Because of these safety concerns our enthusiasm for lofts is limited Many factors are involved in designing a safe loft and there are significant risks involved in using an improperly designed or constructed loft Conseshyquently we strongly discourage the construction and use of ldquohomemaderdquo lofts But we provide two options as alternatives to building your own loft
First much of the bed furniture that we provide is modular and already designed to be bunkable andor loftable This furniture has been properly enshygineered and built with strength and safety in mind Your RA can show you how it works and provide you with any special connectors needed for lofting or bunking This is definitely the preferred way to go from the standpoint of safety and convenience
Second if you want to rent or purchase a loft we suggest you use one of the services provided by either the University Bookstore or Student Govshyernment To rent lofts from Collegiate Concepts (sponsored by Student Government) visit www loftconceptscom or call 1-888-929-0806 Collegiate Concepts offers a pre-delivery service so the loft can be delivered to your room (unassembled) before you arrive The University Bookstore has literature available on a company called Timbernest or go onshyline to wwwtimbernestcom for more information on their lofts Clemsonrsquos college code for Timbernest is CF74 Details on pricing delivery and pickup are available from each company
However if you still intend to build your own loft we insist that you use specific construction guidelines which are available on our Web site at wwwhousingclemsonedu Printed copies are also available from the University Housing office These are strict construction guidelines mdash and for your safety and the safety of others mdash they are not negoshytiable
Lofts may be used in most traditional resishydence halls Outside lofts (purchased rented or constructed) are NOT allowed in any of the apartshyment areas the Greek Community on the Quad the Clemson House or any of the suite-style buildshyings However all of these areas are furnished with modular furniture that is bunkable andor loftable
Leave ldquoFluffyrdquo at Home
Unless ldquoFluffyrdquo is the name of your fish you canrsquot bring him to live in your room The only pets you may have in the residence halls or apartments are fish (tank size limited to 10 gallons or less) That means no dogs no cats no lizards no snakes no frogs no monkeys no birds Campus life just doesnrsquot suit having a pet Many of your fellow students are allergic to anishymals and most animals carry parasites such as fleas ticks and mites
One of the saddest things on campus is the growing number of stray cats and the wild kittens they produce Some strays are here because softshyhearted students saw the cute little kittens and took them back to their room only to be cited for a rule violation and charged $50 There are also students who abandon their pets at the end of the school year It is sad to see these strays but keep in mind that when you feed them they will start to depend on you for their meals So if you truly love animals donrsquot become a part of the problem
When you see an abandoned animal conshytact a Housing representative Wersquoll try to find it a good home or it will be taken to a local shelter for adoption
Wild Things
Parts of the University are in wooded areas where many woodland creatures make their home Yoursquoll see an occasional squirrel scampershying around and sometimes even catch a glimpse of a skunk or opossum However if an animal beshycomes confrontational stay calm leave quickly and report it to the nearest Housing official
Bugging Out
If yoursquore from a colder climate get ready for a shock If yoursquore from the South yoursquove seen them before bugs We love South Carolinarsquos mild winters but so do the bugs These pests can be aggravating but if we work together we
Fish Tales
can control the problem The University has a contract with a privately owned pest control company Buildings are inspected monthly and treated as needed
You can also help fight these little invaders Be aware of how pests enter your room Someshytimes they come in with items that have been stored outside or in a book bag that was left in the grass with food inside Or they might venture in through opened doors or windows Once inshyside theyrsquoll find food and water and yoursquoll have bugs for roommates These are some additional things you can do
bull Report sightings of pests to the Housing Mainshytenance Office at (864) 656-5450
bull Keep all opened food items sealed in plastic containers
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t
27
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ety
Ru
les
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Play It
Safe
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bull Keep all makeup and toiletry containers closed bull Keep your room clean bull Empty your trash can daily bull Work to reduce pest entryways bull Turn in maintenance problems promptly bull Wipe up spills as they occur bull Clean the refrigerator regularly (and in apartshy
ments donrsquot forget the stoves sinks and counter-tops too)
Be a Tiger Conservationist
When you live in University housing we ask you to practice good environmental and consershyvation habits Make efficient use of all resources Conserving water and electricity are two of the most important things you can do to make a positive imshypact such as not letting the water run in the sink while you brush your teeth or shave
Always put trash in its proper place Littering (inside or outside the buildings) is not permitted under any circumstances In short take responsibilshyity for your own actions If you make a mess please clean it up
We also ask you to reduce recycle and reuse materials whenever possible The University has an award-winning recycling program in which all facshyulty staff and students make a difference University Housing also promotes the Lighten Your Load proshygram at the end of the spring semester This program allows students to donate unwanted items to local charities which decreases the number of things they have to take home or store Itrsquos also a worthwhile opportunity to help others
As you spend your time in University buildshyings and around campus look for ways to support sustainable living and get involved in helping to conserve our precious natural resources
On Campus
Clemson is a small friendly community with little violent crime and fewer of the crime and safety problems that plague larger cities However neither the University nor the community is crime free The problems of drug and alcohol abuse acquaintance rape and other crimes affect every campus community
Thatrsquos why Clemson University has a professhysional police force of more than 30 full-time police officers who are graduates of the SC Criminal Justice Academy Theyrsquore more than just ldquocampus security officersrdquo As commissioned officers they have reporting responsibilities to the University the State Law Enforcement Division (SLED) and the court
Even before passage of the ldquoStudent Right to Know and Campus Security Act of 1990rdquo Clemson voluntarily reported its crime statistics to the FBI and has done so since 1980
Clemson also has a staff of student life proshyfessionals who are continually trained in crime prevention building security personal safety counseling victim assistance student discipline and other areas They ensure that the policies procedures and educational programs are in place to educate students about personal safety and to respond quickly and effectively to problems in campus housing and elsewhere
The campus and its physical facilities are maintained with safety in mind In recent years the University has invested heavily in improved lighting emergency telephones and security-conshyscious landscape design and maintenance In other words Clemson University is committed to proshyviding a safe and secure environment for students faculty and staff
The prompt reporting of crimes is encouraged If you have a problem at Clemson we want to know about it And we work hard to make sure ldquothe systemrdquo will be responsive to your needs
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Additional information on security policies is contained in the Student Handbook and in the Campus Safety Report which also contains statistics on crime at the University and in the city of Clemson
A Word About Alcohol
One of the greatest potential problems facing all freshmen is the temptation to ldquoparty hardrdquo We want our students to have fun and enjoy themselves but we take a strong stance against not only the use of ilshylegal drugs but also against underage drinking and the abuse of alcohol by those of any age
The legal drinking age in South Carolina is 21 Consequently the possession or consumption of alcoshyhol in any form by anyone under age 21 is against the law and is therefore prohibited on the Clemson University campus Violations of this law and related University policies are considered very serious offensshyes and the penalties can be significant
We say this to you our new students because we want you to be successful in every way here at Clemson Experience has shown us that many students ignore or trivialize the issue of underage drinking Please donrsquot make that mistake This is a serious issue with serious consequences
Sure you can have fun But use your head Have fun legally and use good judgment That way everyshyone wins
Hall Security and Card Access
University Housing has a perimeter card access system installed in all campus residence halls Perimshyeter card access is a system that allows you to use your student ID card to enter certain exterior doors of the residence halls The system is designed to deny enshytrance into the residence halls by people who do not have permission to enter In order for this system to work we need your help Please donrsquot allow anyone to follow you in a door donrsquot allow anyone to use your ID card and never prop open a door for any reason
Your Personal Safety
We make every effort to maintain a safe campus for all students However there are some things you can do for your own safety
bull Walk in groups of two or more after dark bull Never hesitate to use the CUPDrsquos (Clemson
University Police Departmentrsquos) free Escort Sershyvice Call (864) 656-2222
bull Ride the free Clemson Area Transit (CAT) bus sershyvice
bull Walk in well-lighted well-traveled areas bull Make sure someone knows where you are and when
you expect to return bull Dress for freedom of movement mdash donrsquot wear conshy
fining or uncomfortable clothing bull After dark have your keys ready before you get to
your room apartment or car park in a well-lighted area
bull Always look into the back seat of your car and unshyder your car before getting in Also lock your doors while driving
bull Always lock your roomapartment door at night or while sleeping
bull If you receive annoying or obscene phone calls hang up and report the call to the CUPD
bull Always find out who is on the other side of the door before you open it
bull Take note of where the outdoor campus phones are located
Emergency Telephone Numbers
UniversityPoliceDepartment 911
FireDepartment 911
RedfernHealthCenter 656-2233
Ambulance 911
RapeCrisisHotline 868-7599
CAPS 656-2451
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What You Need to Know About Physical and Sexual Assault
These strategies also have been found to help you avoid or prevent assaults
bull Be on the alert be aware of danger early bull Yell flee kick bull Display outrage rather than fear bull If your life is in danger use passive resistance (vomshy
it urinate tell the attacker you are diseased)
If you are a victim or know a victim of an assault follow these guidelines
bull Call police (911) Get medical attention immedishyately At a health-care facility you will be seen by a physician and you can talk with an assault specialshyist (Your identity will be protected at all times)
bull Report the crime to the CUPD Even if you choose not to press charges you may save another victim from the same fate If you think yoursquore going to press charges do not bathe or destroy any evidence such as clothing
bull Try to get an accurate description of the assailantrsquos appearance what was said or any other information that will assist police
ldquoDate rape drugsrdquo are present on most college campuses and they have been found in Clemson Do not take a drink from an open container or from a
drink not prepared in your presence Never leave a drink unattended Know who you are with Report all suspicious acts or persons to CUPD at (864) 656-2222 (or 911) More information about your safety will be available when you arrive on campus For additional information about staying safe keeping your things safe and getting a list of safety tips visit stuaffclemson educupd
Keeping Your Things Safe
bull Before coming to campus have identification numshybers engraved on your valuable belongings such as laptops bikes stereos etc and register them with the CUPD
bull Examine your parentsrsquo homeowners policy and be sure your personal property is insured
bull Always close and lock your doors and windows whenever you go to bed and whenever you leave your room or apartment even if yoursquore just going away for a few minutes Never loan out your key and report a lost key immediately to your RA If you canrsquot find your key see your RA about a recore (See Key Policy on page 35)
bull Donrsquot keep a lot of cash in your room bull Follow all visitation and escort policies bull Register your property with the Police Department
at stuaffclemsoneducupd
32
Fire Safety
Fire safety in a residence hall or apartment is everyonersquos responsibility Itrsquos important that you not only follow fire safety procedures but report all violashytions or fire hazards to your RA immediately bull Smoke only in designated areas NEVER IN BED bull Turn off electric blankets irons lamps and curling
irons right after use bull Never cover lamps with any material for any reason bull Candles and other open flame devices are not
allowed in residence halls or apartments (not even for decoration)
bull Halogen lamps are not permitted in residence halls or apartments
bull Check the smoke detector in your area weekly Go to your hall or apartment front desk for replacement batteries If you have a fire extinguisher in your area check it too
bull Keep hallways and exit paths clear at all times bull Do not overload circuits by plugging too many applishy
ances into one outlet If two or more appliances with a combined wattage of more than 1500 watts are used you must have an Underwriter Laboratory-apshyproved power strip with a built-in circuit breaker (15 amp or less)
bull Extension cords shall not be used as a substitute for permanent wiring
bull Extension cords must not be used in succession or in conjunction with power strips
bull If you see a fire immediately move to a safe area and call 911 to report the fire
bull If your clothing catches on fire drop to the floor and roll back and forth until the flame is out
bull ALWAYS take fire alarms seriously and leave the building by assigned routes
bull Gas grills may not be used or stored in any residential area (including apartments)
bull All curtains decorations or displays used in windows must be made of flame-resistive materials
bull Do not tamper with or remove any fire detection deshyvice and do not hang anything from a sprinkler head
Thatrsquos theRule Since yoursquore new here you probably have a lot
of questions about living on campus This section will give you a better idea of your rights on campus as well as Clemson Universityrsquos regulations put in place for your safety and well-being Our policies are creshyated to make an atmosphere that helps all students enjoy and benefit from their university experience
Alcohol Policy The Universityrsquos policies on the possession and
consumption of alcohol are the same as the municipal ordinances and state and federal laws For students of legal drinking age the University does not restrict the possesshysion or consumption of alcohol in your private residence (your room or apartment) except in certain residence halls designated as alcohol-free However in public areas outside of your residence you may not have an open container of an alcoholic beverage of any kind Public areas include residence hall lobbies utilitystudy rooms hallways and areas immediately outside residence halls and apartments Possession consumption or display of alcohol or alcohol containers is not permitted in any area designated as alshycohol-free A number of residence halls are designated as totally alcohol-free These include Johnstone Main and
Annex Benet Young Geer Sanders Byrnes Lever Manning Smith Barnett Mauldin and Holmes For deshytailed information concerning the consumption of alcohol in University housing contact your RD or area housing office Also refer to your Student Handbook
Asbestos Some areas of University housing have asbestos-conshy
taining materials present A licensed asbestos abatement team manages these materials Students especially those erecting and using lofts should use caution and not disturb any sprayed-on ceiling materials Any questions concernshying the asbestos materials locations and hazards should be referred to the Housing Facilities Office or the Asbestos Abatement Program director at (864) 656-4930 for further clarification
Banners and Signs Hanging banners on residence halls is a good way
to campaign for office announce an event or show your school spirit But before displaying your sign check with your RA or RD to find out where signs may be displayed If you put up a banner yoursquore responsible for taking it down no later than 24 hours after itrsquos ldquoold newsrdquo Be sure all the tape remains are removed too
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bull Keep all outside doors locked Propping outside doors for easy re-entry makes the entire building less secure and is considered a very serious violashytion of policy
bull Keep your room door locked bull Report all suspicious activities and individuals to
the desk staff night security officers and the poshylice
bull Always lock your car and never leave valuables in your car
bull Register your bicycle with the campus police and always lock it securely through the wheels and frame
bull Park your car in the designated lots if you leave it on campus during breaks
Visit stuaffclemsoneducupd for additional inforshymation
34
Candles Incense Fireworks Firearms Inflammables and Explosives
Due to concerns for fire safety and personal safety having or using any items that might be classified under these headshyings is strictly forbidden in University housing Violations of this policy could result in suspension from the University eviction from University housing andor separation from the University
Clearance Cards This term refers to the large card also called a ldquoRoom
Property Certificaterdquo that each resident is required to review and sign during the first 24 hours after moving into University housing The card has a space for you to report any missing or damaged property in your room or apartment Itrsquos very important that you check the card carefully and return it to your RA If you donrsquot at the end of the year you could be held responsible for anything wrong with your room or apartment regardless of its condition when you moved in
Cooking Housing has restrictions against cooking in residence hall
rooms (not apartments) for a couple of reasons 1) Fire safety 2) Sanitation Anything you can prepare in a thermostatically conshy
trolled percolator or a hot-air popcorn popper is legal You may also use the combination microwaverefrigerator-freezer (Microfridge) available for rent from Student Government Any other type of cooking equipment must be stored and used in your residence hall kitchen not in your room Violations of this policy will result in a $50 charge Gas grills may not be used or stored in any residence hall or apartment area
Damages Communal Property Your contract explains that when hallways bathrooms
elevators and other public areas in a residence facility receive undue abuse we expect the assistance of the residents of that area in finding the person(s) responsible When the person(s) cannot be identified all residents will be required to pay a proshyrated share of repairing such damages
Damages Rooms or Apartments As your University Housing Contract explains yoursquore
responsible for any damages that happen in your room or apartment while you live here If damages are accidental you must still pay repair costs When damages are the result of vandalism the person(s) responsible must not only pay for reshypairs but may also face disciplinary proceedings
Drugs All University officials including Housing officials will
assist and cooperate with law enforcement personnel as they
perform their duties in controlling the possession and use of illegal substances on campus Students convicted of violations of state or federal laws are subject to further disciplinary action by the University
Fire Safety On-campus residents can help keep their homes and their
neighbors safe from fire by following all Housing regulations concerning candles fireworks explosives halogen lamps the use of electrical equipment and general safety standards Any student who willfully compromises the safety of fellow residents by tampering with fire safety equipment or sounding false alarms will be subject to criminal prosecution eviction from University housing andor separation from the Univershysity Students who fail to evacuate when an alarm sounds are also subject to disciplinary action
Furniture Removal Every piece of furniture in your room or apartment at the
time you move in must stay in the roomapartment for the entire time you live there You may not remove store or trade furnishings There is an automatic $50 charge for violating this policy
Guns See ldquoCandles Incense Fireworks etcrdquo
Harassment It is the policy of Clemson University to conduct and
provide programs activities and services to students faculty and staff in an atmosphere free from racial or sexual harassshyment Harassment is any behavior that would verbally or physically threaten torment badger heckle or persecute an individual because of hisher race or gender Harassment of University faculty staff students or visitors is prohibited and shall subject the offender to appropriate disciplinary action Students who feel that they have been subjected to racial or sexual harassment should seek advice from the Office of Human Resources
Housing Contract You are required to sign a University Housing Contract
each year when you reserve a room or apartment and itrsquos important that you read your copy carefully Be sure you unshyderstand that the contract is binding for an entire academic year You canrsquot move off campus after first semester unless you meet very specific conditions outlined in the contract If yoursquore thinking about moving off campus talk with someone in University Housing before you make your plans
Incident Reports Residentapartment assistants and resident directors are
charged with the responsibility of confronting and working with students who break University or Housing policies Such violations are documented through incident reports which are completed and submitted by RAs and RDs Once a student violates a policy and an incident report is completed a Housing administrator deshycides how the infraction is to be handled Violations of policy may be dealt with administratively or through the Office of Student Conduct
Key Policy When you first report to your room or apartment yoursquoll be
issued one key free of charge If you lose your key and need a temshyporary replacement you may check one out from the desk for your area If you donrsquot find your lost key within 24 hours your lock must be changed and new keys cut The resulting cost is $50 When you check out of University housing your key must be returned or rekeying will be necessary and you will be charged for the service
Ledges Roofs Attics and Equipment Rooms The University Housing Contract expressly describes
these areas as ldquooff-limitsrdquo In the interest of your personal safety we expect your cooperation in this matter
Lofts Lofts may be used in most traditional residence hall
rooms See page 26 for more details on lofts Lofting is NOT permitted in Holmes McCabe or the Stadium Resishydence halls the Clemson House the Greek Community on the Quad or any of the apartment areas
Lounges Many residence hall lounges are open for use by all
residents on an unlimited basis Others however may be reserved for private gatherings of residents or student orshyganizations through the appropriate area office
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24
11
2
123
3
7
8 9
56 4
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CP-3
P-4
E-3
E-10
E-5
E-14
E-7
E-4
E-6
E-8E-9
E-11
E-12
E-16
E-32E-15
R-2 R-3C-12C-5C-4
C-9C-7
C-6
C-10C-3C-13
D
C
Quiet Hours Quiet hours are in effect 24 hours a day Strict quiet hours
are in effect from 700 pm until 800 am meaning there should be no disturbing noise in the residence halls and apartshyments At least one week before final exams and through the examination period strict quiet hours are to be observed 24 hours a day
Roofs See ldquoLedges Roofs Attics etcrdquo
Room and Apartment Changes
Employee (Green Permit) Restricted as Posted Commuting Student (Orange Permit) and Employee Resident Student (Blue Permit)No room or apartment changes may be made unless a
formal request has been submitted to the Housing office and approval has been received Performing an illegal room change
Parking Designations
Apartment (Purple Permit) Clemson House Resident Student (Purple Permit)
carries an automatic charge of $50 Questions about changes may be directed at any time to the assistant director of housshying administrative services-assignments at 200 Mell Hall Call (864) 656-2295 to make an appointment
Sales and Solicitation To protect your right to privacy in your residence hall
room or apartment the University has strict guidelines on fund-raisers promotions or sales on campus All solicitation must be approved by the Office of Programs and Activities so be sure to contact this office at (864) 656-4636 or 656-4357 if you have a sale or fund-raiser in mind Also if your right to privacy in your hall or apartment is ever violated by a door-toshydoor canvasser please report it immediately to the RA or RD for your area
Showers Members of the opposite sex are not allowed to use the
shower facilities of the residence halls that are served by comshymunal bathrooms
Smoke-free Halls All residence halls are designated as totally smoke-free
areas Apartment areas are self-regulated in regard to smoking
Visitation Members of the opposite sex are allowed in rooms and
apartments every day based upon the visitation for that area All residence halls with communal baths have a Standard Visshyitation plan 1000-200 am every day Areas with private or suite baths have a Self-Regulated plan that allows occupants to set visitation hours by mutual agreement at the beginning of each year or whenever occupancy changes
Window TreatmentsDisplays All curtains decorations or displays used in windows must
be made of flame-resistive materials
Emergency Call Station
C-11
C-2 E-2
R-1
19 E-20
R-4 E-1
21
15
A 20 E-13 22
14A 16
C-1 12 P-2
17 13
P-1 18
BB
36
Employee (Green Permit)Restricted as PostedCommuting Student (Orange Permit) and EmployeeResident Student (Blue Permit)Apartment (Purple Permit)Clemson House Resident Student (Purple Permit)Emergency Call Station
Parking Designations
P-1
P-2
E-2
E-1
E-10
E-13
E-20
R-1
R-4
C-1
C-2
A
B
Campus Map
E-8 E-9 P-4
C-11 C-4 C-5 E-7C C-12 R-2 R-3
P-3
E-3 C-13 C-3 C-10
C-7 C-9
E-4
E-16 C-6 DE-14
E-15 E-32
E-5
E-12
E-6
E-11
1 Johnstone A and A Annex
The Suites 2 McCabe 3 Holmes 4 Stadium Residence Hall
The Shoeboxes 5 Geer 6 Sanders 7 Benet 8 Young 9 Cope
10 Clemson House
Bryan Mall 11 Mauldin 12 Barnett 13 Smith 14 Manning 15 Lever 16 Byrnes
The Apartments 17 Calhoun Courts 18 Thornhill Village 19 Lightsey Bridge I 20 Lightsey Bridge II
Clemsonrsquos Greek Community on the Quad 21 Bowen 22 Bradley 23 Donaldson 24 Wannamaker 25 Norris 26 Simpson North 27 Simpson South
28 Hendrix Student Center
Dining Halls 29 Schilletter 30 Harcombe 31 Clemson House
Coming to
Campus Get
tin
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ere
37
Campus Entry A
From Anderson on Highway 76 Pass the SC National Guard (on right) at stopshylight turn left onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) From EasleyGreenville on Highway 123 Turn left onto Highway 76 at the Ramada Inn Go under Highway 93 (do not exit) at stoplight turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road the next road to the right) From Central on Highway 93 Exit onto Highway 76 toward Anderson Stay right at stoplight turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road)
Campus Entry B
From Anderson on Highway 76 Exit onto Highway 93 Clemson University Exit From EasleyGreenville on Highway 123 Exit onto Highway 93 at Clemson University Exit From Seneca on Highway 123 Follow Highway 123 Turn right on Highway 76 Turn right onto Highway 93 at Clemson University Exit From Central on Highway 93 Go straight onto camshypus
Campus Entry C
From Seneca on Highway 123 Bear right onto Highway 93 to Clemson University Go across bridge turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road)
Campus Entry D
From Seneca on Highway 123 Bear right onto Highway 93 to Clemson University Go across bridge pass Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) turn right at next stoplight onto Williamson Road
42
Bryan Mall Byrnes Manning Lever Smith Barnett and Mauldin Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station turn right at Cherry Road Turn left into Bryan Mall at stop sign If parking is full you may park in the green spaces along Cherry Road
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass football stadium and Strom Thurmond Institute turn left onto Cherry Road Enter Bryan Mall by turning left at stop sign If parking is full you may park in the green spaces along Cherry Road Pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
The Stadium Residence Hall and the Shoeboxes Cope Benet Young Geer and Sanders Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station go through traffic signal at Cherry Road pass Strom Thurmond Institute and turn right onto Williamson Road Follow Williamson Road to stop sign Continue straight after stop sign turn right on South Palmetto Boulevard and imshymediately turn left into Sirrine parking lot or go straight on Williamson Road until Fort Hill Street turn right and park behind Geer or Sanders halls
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Go past the football stadium (on your left) and turn left onto Williamson Road You can then either turn right onto South Palmetto Boulevard and immediately left into the Sirrine parking lot or you can take a chance on finding a slot in the loading docks behind the halls by continushying on Williamson Road and turning right onto Fort Hill Street Pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
Johnstone Hall Sections A and A Annex
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to the second stoplight veer left toward Tillman Hall You will approach Tillman Hall You can either park on the street near Tillman or behind Tillman You may pick up your key in the University Union loggia
Holmes and McCabe Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to the second stoplight veer left toward Tillman Hall turn left at Calhoun Drive and turn right at Fort Hill Street
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry D Turn right onto Williamson Road and left onto Fort Hill Street Park in any available space and pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
Lightsey Bridge
From Anderson EasleyGreenville and Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station turn right onto Lightsey Bridge Road
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass football stadium Strom Thurmond Institute Cherry Road and Resident Parking Lot turn left onto Lightsey Bridge Road Report to desk at Lightsey Bridge Commons Building to check in and pick up your key
Thornhill Village
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Turn at the first left onto Newman Road Park near assigned apartment report to Thornhill Village Commons Building to check in and pick up key Residents may leave cars parked in adjashycent resident spaces after unloading
Calhoun Courts
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Turn at first left onto Newman Road Go through Thornhill Village turn right onto Morrison Street Park and walk to Calhoun Courts Commons Building to check in and get your key You may then move your car to the street near your apartshyment to unload
Clemson House
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to first stoplight turn right onto North Palmetto Boushylevard You can follow that road to the front of Clemson House or turn right immediately on Lee Street and turn left on Daniel Drive Pick up your key at the front desk You may park in any marked space to unload
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Call UsBarnett Hall Lightsey Bridge I Apartments Desk 656-2130 Desk 656-1150 RD Office 858-4230 RD Office
Benet Hall Lightsey Bridge II Apartments Desk 656-2349 Desk 656-1150 RD Office 858-8614 RD Office
Byrnes Hall Manning Hall Desk 656-2140 Desk 656-2311 RD Office 656-0420 RD Office
Calhoun Courts Apartments Mauldin Hall Desk 656-2341 Desk 656-2130 RD Office 656-0421 RD Office
Clemson House McCabe Hall Desk 656-2075 Desk 656-1767 RD Office 656-1841 RD Office
Cope Hall Sanders Hall Desk 656-4800 Desk 656-2403 RD Office 858-8434 RD Office
Greek Community on the Quad Smith Hall Desk 656-0528 Desk 656-2130
RD Office 656-7578 RD Office
Geer Hall Stadium Residence Hall
Desk 656-2404 Desk 656-4800
RD Office 858-8614 RD Office
Holmes Hall Thornhill Village Apartments
Desk 656-1767 Desk 656-1257
RD Office 656-4386 RD Office
Johnstone A Young Hall
Desk 656-2366 Desk 656-2410
RD Office 858-8822 RD Office
Lever Hall Desk 656-7325 RD Office 656-0419
656-0422
656-0422
656-0670
656-5441
858-8448
858-8861
858-4230
656-4817
656-1258
858-8861
Additional University Phone Numbers Admissions 656-2287 Bookstore 656-2050 Bursarrsquos Office 656-2321 Career Center 656-6000 Computer Center Help Desk 656-3494 Counseling and Psychological
Services 656-2451 Fike Recreation Center 656-2315 Financial Aid 656-2280 Graduate Admissions 656-3195 Honors College 656-4762 ID Services 656-0763 International Programs
and Services 656-3614 Library 656-3027 Maintenance and Custodial 656-5450 Parking Services 656-2270 Pest Control 656-5450 Post Office 656-2351 Registrar 656-2171 ResCom Support 656-5441 Student Disability Services 656-6848 Student Government 656-2195 Telecommunications 656-2600 Visitors Center 656-4789
Main Housing Office (864) 656-2295 FAX (864) 656-7615
Additional information is available at our Web site wwwhousingclemsonedu
Equal Opportunity in Programs and Activities Federal laws prohibit discrimination under programs and activshy
ities receiving federal financial assistance The statutes listed below are applicable to Clemson University and provide in part
Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 ldquoNo person in the United States shall on the ground of race
color or national origin be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 ldquoNo person in the United States shall on the basis of sex be
excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subshyjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ldquoNo otherwise qualified disabled individual in the United
States shall solely by reason of their disability be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Clemson University Statement Regarding Nondiscrimination
Clemson University does not discriminate against any indishyvidual or group of individuals on the basis of age color disability gender national origin race religion sexual orientation or vetershy
anrsquos status
Clemson University conducts its programs and activities involving admission and treatment of students employment teachshying research and public service in a nondiscriminatory manner as prescribed by federal law and regulation
Inquiries concerning the above may be addressed to President Clemson University Clemson South Carolina 29634 or Director Office for Civil Rights Department of Education Washington DC 20201
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HomeDonrsquot Leave Without It
Herersquos a checklist of things to consider bringing for your room or apartmenthellip
Alarm clock Bathrobe Blankets Book bagbackpack Can opener Cleaning supplies Coffee pothot pot Desk lamp (not halogen) Electrical surge protector Fan First-aid supplies Flashlight Hairdryer Hot-air popcorn popper Iron Ironing board Lap desk Laundry supplies (detergent laundry basket hangers)
University Housing 200 Mell Hall Box 344075 Clemson SC 29634-4075 (864) 656-2295 FAX (864) 656-7615
wwwhousingclemsonedu
Laptop Mattress cover (extra-long for a twin bed) Pillows Plastic storage containers Radio Raincoat Room decorations (no candles or incense) School supplies Sheets (extra-long for twin bed) Shower caddy Telephone Television with cable cord Toiletries Towels Trash can Umbrella Vacuum cleaner
Required
14
Hall Meetings
Your resident assistant wants to keep you informed so sometimes all the residents in a hall or area will meet to hear whatrsquos up or to discuss things Your RA will put up posters to let you know when a hall or area meeting is scheduled If you canrsquot make the meeting check with your RA to catch up
Student Judicial Boards
Some people donrsquot play ldquofairrdquo When that happens the University has to step in Student peer review boards hear cases of alleged misconshyduct that occur within and outside of University housing These boards are made up of students and they work in cooperation with Student Government and the Office of Student Conshyduct If yoursquore interested in serving on one of these boards call the Office of Student Conduct at (864) 656-0510
Holiday Breaks
Sometimes itrsquos impossible or impractical for our students to travel home during breaks Residence halls and apartments are open over spring and fall breaks as well as the Thanksshygiving holiday There are fewer staff members around but security officers keep their regular
schedules Residence halls are closed between the fall and spring semesters from the morning after December graduation until early January Look for information related to holidays in the Clemson Home newsletter which will come to you through your RA and by email
Visitation
The times that members of the opposite sex can visit your room are designated as either ldquostandardrdquo or ldquoself-regulatedrdquo visitation dependshying on where you live Check with your RA to be sure In the residence halls you have to escort your guest to and from the room and you must be in the room during the visit If yoursquod like to have some of your old friends (or a brother or sister) hang out with you for the weekend be sure to talk to your roommate first and see if the visit fits with his or her plans However overnight visits by members of the opposite sex are not permitted in halls with communal baths If you want to have a guest for more than two consecutive nights or a guest who visits frequently yoursquoll need to obtain writshyten permission from a Housing official Please see your University Housing Contract for more details on Clemsonrsquos visitation policies The bottom line is mutual respect for everyone
Common Ground
15
At Clemson there are students from all over the United States and 80 other countries
Regardless of where our students come from they have many of the same goals and ideals mdash they want a great educational experishyence and a chance to grow as members of the global community We believe our strength as a Clemson ldquofamilyrdquo comes from sharing different ideas and experiences that broaden our view of the world In University Housing we support this educational process We are personally and professionally committed to encouraging accepshytance and celebrating these differences within our communities
Each unique aspect of yours and your neighborrsquos is valuable mdash whether itrsquos political affiliation regional ties race ethnicity cultural or national origin religious beliefs sexual orishyentation gender age mental andor physical challenges socioeconomic class academic class personality types etc We encourage you to get into the spirit of the Clemson community by mdash
Keeping an open mind(Donrsquot make assumptions about others You could be wrong)
Challenging yourself(Get to know people who are different from you)
Asking questions(Donrsquot be afraid or embarrassed People welshycome questions)
Accepting that your values may conflict with anotherrsquos values(You can accept othersrsquo values without agreeing with them)
Attending diverse University events and Housing-sponsored programs (Education doesnrsquot stop inside the classshyroom and it can be FUN)
Inappropriate behaviors or acts of intolershyance will be confronted Any action that stifles another personrsquos responsible expression of hisher individuality interferes with everyonersquos opportunities for growth Join us in maintainshying your right to be yourself and to learn by interacting with others When you protect the rights of one you advance the primary goal of all mdash education Here at Clemson itrsquos all for one and one for all
16
Roomshymates Respect Is the Key
Living with a roommate doesnrsquot have to be a ldquobig dealrdquo The most important thing is that you keep an open mind and learn to respect each other Get to know your new roommate the same as you would any other new person You already know that both of you want a Clemson education So just take it from there
Talk About It
Want to know how to get along with roomshymates Talk to them Itrsquos the most important thing you can do in a relationship If something is bothering you the sooner you talk about it the sooner yoursquoll be able to work it out After all no one can read your mind and you canrsquot read anyone elsersquos
Lend an Ear
Sometimes itrsquos just one of those days Try to understand why your roommate may have reacted a certain way It may have nothing to do with you Maybe he or she is having a tough time and just needs someone to listen mayshybe your roommate can do the same for you
Take a Breather
Everyone needs a little space occasionally mdash time to be alone and just think things out Keep that in mind and give each other time for privacy You can fill your need for peace and quiet while your roommate is in class or at a club meeting Be User Friendly
We each have our own ideas about sharing our things Take the time to ask before you borshyrow things that belong to your roommate Itrsquos an even better idea to talk this out up front and agree on whatrsquos community property and whatrsquos off limits
Share Your Neat Ideas
You may have your own version of a clean room but make sure you share that ldquovisionrdquo with your roommate The two of you should decide together whatrsquos a comfortable level of clean
18
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Service
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Think About It
There are lots of things you should discuss with your roommate as soon as you get settled in For example
bull Do you expect the room to be more of a social space where friends can hang out or more of a study space where you can concenshytrate on class work
bull Are you a night owl or an early bird How late may guests stay
bull How do you want to handle visits by boyshyfriendsgirlfriends
bull Will you be around on the weekends What are your expectations about those times
Of course therersquos more you need to talk about but you get the idea Talk about your concerns before they become issues
The Clemson campus ldquocommunityrdquo has most of the things you need for day-to-day living right on campus If you donrsquot see the sershyvice you need listed below your RA can point you in the right direction
Got Cash
Carolina First Wachovia BBampT and Bank of America all have 24-hour automated teller machines adjacent to the Dillard Buildshying (near the HolmesMcCabe area and the Shoeboxes) Bank of America and the State Credit Union have ATMs behind Byrnes Hall Wachovia has one in the Hendrix Center and First Citizens has one in the University Union loggia If your home bank has VISAMaster-Card Cirrus AFFN Honor or Plus System bank cards you can access funds from home
and your parents can make direct deposits into your account Dollar-bill change machines are located in the Dillard Building and are in most of the residence halls and apartments In adshydition Carolina First Bank has a full-service branch on the lower level of the Hendrix Center
TigerStripe Accounts
The TigerStripe Account program lets you deposit money into an account and use the Tiger 1 Card as a prepaid debit card on or off campus You can use it at the Bookstore the laundry and the dining facilities You can even buy your concert tickets with it In fact there are over 300 locations on and off campus that accept the Tiger 1 Card Visit wwwtiger1 clemsonedu for more details about the benefits offered by your Tiger 1 Card
20
Getting Hungry
When your appetite takes over yoursquoll find several spots on campus to tame your hunger The Canteen and Loggia Latte in the University Union and the Fernow Street Cafeacute located beshytween Riggs and Freeman halls are convenient places to go for a quick meal Paw Mart in the University Union is also a handy refreshment stop for snacks and drinks Therersquos also Chilirsquos Too loshycated next to the Harcombe Dining Hall And be sure to check out the food court in the Hendrix Center and the Java City coffee shop in the Cooper Library Cornershop in the Hendrix Censhyter is another stop for a tasty snack Schilletter Dining Hall is behind the Hendrix Center and the Clemson House Dining Hall is across from Bowman Field Snack amp Stax in Cooper Library features convenience store items a selection of beverages and a variety of snacks If yoursquore lookshying for a special place to dine with friends donrsquot forget about Seasons by the Lake at the Madren Center
The Center of Attention
The Hendrix Student Center has lots of atshytractions for busy active students and itrsquos a great place to meet and mingle The center is named for Clemson alumnus and life member of the Board of Trustees Leon J Hendrix and is located on East Campus next to Schilletter Dining Hall near the residence halls and apartments
The center includes a student lounge meetshying rooms and a five-vendor food court You can also take in a movie in the 154-seat theater and two ballrooms accommodate functions for stushydent organizations and conferences The Hendrix Center is also the home to the University Teleshycommunications office the University Bookstore the Student Union administrative offices the Harvey and Lucinda Gantt Intercultural Center and the Michelinreg Career Center as well as a full-service branch of Carolina First Bank
Check It Out
Cooper Library has become one of the most popular places for students on campus Not only can you find books articles DVDs and more
you can get research help at the Reference Desk Then you can take your laptop and meet with your study group on the balcony while you enjoy a latte from Java City The library also has scanners a fax machine photocopiers and private group study rooms
Cooper Library is open 24 hours a day from Sunday at 1000 am until Friday at midnight Saturday hours are 1000 am to midnight For more information go to wwwlibclemsonedu or call (864) 656-1557
Getting Around
With Clemsonrsquos mild climate biking is a popular means of transportation Bike racks are located outside the residence halls Yoursquoll need a lock to secure your bike to the racks and it should be registered with the Clemson University Police Department (CUPD) Bikes may be kept inside only if they are in your individual room or apartshyment Mopeds may be parked in outdoor bicycle racks but may not be brought inside
Cars motorcycles mopeds and motor scootshyers must have a parking permit which is available from Parking Services and they must be parked in appropriately marked spaces If yoursquore bringing a vehicle to campus donrsquot forget to apply for a parking permit
Remember mopeds may not be brought inside any building and riding is prohibited on sidewalks All walkways are also off limits to skateboards bicycles rollerblades skates or similar items
Come on and Take a Free Ride
The city of Clemson provides a free shuttle bus service on and off campus called CAT (Clemson Area Transit) CAT is the largest fare-free public transit system in the nation In 2000 and 2005 it was selected as the ldquoBest Transit Systemrdquo in the state by the SC Department of Transportation Each CAT bus is equipped with a bike rack in case you need to temporarily switch gears (and vehicles)
CAT Bus Hours
Monday-Friday 622-300 am Saturday 800 pm-300 am Sunday 500 pm-300 am
Call (864) 654-CATS (2287) for more inshyformation and a system map The CAT office is located at 1200 Tiger Boulevard Suite 2
Yoursquove Got Mail
Each student will need to rent a post office box at the University Post Office located in the University Union You can sign up for a post office box online when you pay your fees The University will send you an email with your asshysigned box number and other information Post office boxes are rented from August to August In the summer mail is forwarded to your home address If you have questions please call (864) 656-2351 or email studpoclemsonedu
Laundry Day
Washers and dryers are provided on the ground level of each residence hall in Bryan Mall Calhoun Courts Commons Lightsey Bridge Comshymons and Thornhill Village Commons also have laundry facilities Clemson House has washers and dryers available in the basement Students who live on West Campus use the washers and dryers in the Dillard Building in the basement of
Holmes Hall and on the first floor of Stadium Resshyidence Hall Washers and dryers are also available in all the residence halls in the Greek Community on the Quad Donrsquot forget to bring your own iron and ironing board
The Healthy Way
Not feeling well Take a trip to Redfern Health Center Redfern consists of three divisions Medical Services Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) and Health EducationAlcohol and Drug Education All students who take seven or more credit hours during the fall and spring semesters are required to pay a health fee of $125 per semester If you register for three or more credit hours during each summer session you must pay a health fee of $45 per summer session The health fee provides for the professional services of the physicians psychologists and nurse pracshytitioners and for reduced costs of lab X-ray and pharmacy services The health fee also provides a secondary urgent-care insurance benefit that pays up to $500 per incident for expenses incurred in the treatment of urgent problems that arise when Redfern Health Center is closed
Primary health-care services are available Monday-Friday 800 am-500 pm You can be seen throughout the day by appointment at (864)
656-1541 The Nurses Clinic is available if you donrsquot have an appointment At this clinic yoursquoll be assessed by a nurse and receive care After hours if you have questions about your health-care needs you can call the Nursewise Line at 1-888-525-1333
Emergency transportation is provided by the Clemson University ambulance which is staffed with licensed EMTs 24 hours a day seven days a week After-hours health-care providers available (at your expense) include Anderson Area Medical Center Clemson Health Center (a private urgent health-care facility) Palmetto Baptist Medical Center Greenville Memorial Medical Center and Oconee Memorial Hospital
You already know that college is a big step in your life If yoursquore having trouble adjusting once you get here help is only a phone call away Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) provides mental health services for various issues including depression anxiety stress management anger management relationship violence sexual assault and addictions
Depending on the concern you may be seen in a group as a couple or individually Numerous groups are offered throughout the semester to help you learn specific skills such as stress management and assertiveness Other groups allow for pershysonal growth and integration A multidisciplinary approach to the treatment of eating disorders provides integration of medical nutritional and psychological services The LifeStyles program is a specialized approach to assist students with substance misuseabuse concerns After an evalushyation students are placed in psychoeducational groups and may receive group or individual counshyseling Each semester on a first-come first-served basis CAPS conducts a limited number of psyshychological evaluations for learning disabilities and attention disorders An on-site psychiatrist evalushyates and monitors studentsrsquo medication regimens as needed All services are confidential
For CAPS services call (864) 656-2451 for an appointment CAPS also offers a walk-in clinic from 1000 am to 230 pm where you can see a counselor on a first-come first-served basis for brief evaluation or emergency intervention Mental health crisis assistance and consultation are available 24 hours a day After hours and on weekends you can reach the on-call counselor by dialing the University police at (864) 656-2222 Most services are free to students some require a reduced fee Students who pay the health fee may receive 10 individual sessions per semester at no charge There is no limit for group sessions There are charges for LifeStyles psychiatric services and psychometric testing and this is discussed before services are rendered All services are provided by licensed psychologists licensed professional counshyselors certified addiction counselors predoctoral psychology interns or masterrsquos counseling interns
The Health Education area is committed to promoting healthy lifestyles and reducing high-risk behaviors The Alcohol and Drug Education area provides programming referrals counseling and instruction on University policies and personshyal issues associated with alcohol and drug use
Student Disability Services
Student Disability Services coordinates the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities in compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 All reasonable accommodations are individualized flexible and confidential based on the nature of the disability and the academic environment Students must provide documentation of the disability and request needed accommodations Variations in housing arrangements for student with disabilities must be coordinated through the Student Disabilshyity Office For information visit room G20 Redfern Health Center or call (864) 656-6848
23
24
Food for Thought
Meal Plans
Busy students need lots of ldquofuelrdquo Thatrsquos why Clemson offers six meal options to satisfy difshyferent eating habits Unlimited Access allows you to go to the dining halls as often as you like anytime theyrsquore open If you want anything from three meals a day to unlimited snacking this is the plan for you On the Any-Fifteen Plan you can choose 15 of the 21 meals offered each week If you have a hectic schedule or like to grab a bite
Dining Halls
All meal plans can be used in Harcombe Food Court Schilletter Dining Hall or Clemson House Harcombe and Schilletter serve all day so no matter what your schedule yoursquoll find food when you find the time
Harcombe
Monday-Friday Harcombe is closed on weekends
Breakfast 700-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-800 pm (Mon-Thurs)425-700 pm (Fri)
Schilletter
Monday-Friday Breakfast 700-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-800 pm (Sun-Thurs)425-700 pm (Fri-Sat)
Cookie Break 930-1030 pm (Mon-Thurs)
Saturday Breakfast 800-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-700 pm
Sunday Breakfast 800-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-800 pm
Cookie Break 930-1030 pm
Clemson House
If yoursquore looking for more of a restaurant atshymosphere try the Clemson House There are four ways you can choose to pay for your meal You may use your meal plan as a cash equivalency to purchase a-la-carte meals (Unlimited Access used once per meal period and only for the ldquostudent specialrdquo entree at the Clemson House) you may select the student special on your meal plan you may pay in cash or you may use the Tiger 1 Card
Monday-Friday Breakfast 700-930 am
Lunch 1100 am-130 pm
Dinner 430-730 pm
Saturday Breakfast 800-930 am
Lunch 1100 am-130 pm
Dinner 430-730 pm
Sunday Brunch 1030 am-130 pm
Dinner 430-730 pm
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here and there the Any-Ten Plan lets you choose 10 of the 21 meals offered each week
The Unlimited Access Plus Any Ten and Plus Any Fifteen plans offer the same benefits as their counterparts with one big difference They add ldquoPaw Pointsrdquo to your TigerStripe Account which can be used the same as cash at any dining facility on campus Check the Dining Services Web site at wwwclemsonedudining for a complete list of places to eat
26
Beds Aloft
Whatrsquos a loft Itrsquos a raised frame built up from the floor to hold a bed Students like them because they provide more floor space for things such as futons and TVs
However using a lofted bed means that you may be sleeping as much as five feet off the floor and thatrsquos a long way down Because of these safety concerns our enthusiasm for lofts is limited Many factors are involved in designing a safe loft and there are significant risks involved in using an improperly designed or constructed loft Conseshyquently we strongly discourage the construction and use of ldquohomemaderdquo lofts But we provide two options as alternatives to building your own loft
First much of the bed furniture that we provide is modular and already designed to be bunkable andor loftable This furniture has been properly enshygineered and built with strength and safety in mind Your RA can show you how it works and provide you with any special connectors needed for lofting or bunking This is definitely the preferred way to go from the standpoint of safety and convenience
Second if you want to rent or purchase a loft we suggest you use one of the services provided by either the University Bookstore or Student Govshyernment To rent lofts from Collegiate Concepts (sponsored by Student Government) visit www loftconceptscom or call 1-888-929-0806 Collegiate Concepts offers a pre-delivery service so the loft can be delivered to your room (unassembled) before you arrive The University Bookstore has literature available on a company called Timbernest or go onshyline to wwwtimbernestcom for more information on their lofts Clemsonrsquos college code for Timbernest is CF74 Details on pricing delivery and pickup are available from each company
However if you still intend to build your own loft we insist that you use specific construction guidelines which are available on our Web site at wwwhousingclemsonedu Printed copies are also available from the University Housing office These are strict construction guidelines mdash and for your safety and the safety of others mdash they are not negoshytiable
Lofts may be used in most traditional resishydence halls Outside lofts (purchased rented or constructed) are NOT allowed in any of the apartshyment areas the Greek Community on the Quad the Clemson House or any of the suite-style buildshyings However all of these areas are furnished with modular furniture that is bunkable andor loftable
Leave ldquoFluffyrdquo at Home
Unless ldquoFluffyrdquo is the name of your fish you canrsquot bring him to live in your room The only pets you may have in the residence halls or apartments are fish (tank size limited to 10 gallons or less) That means no dogs no cats no lizards no snakes no frogs no monkeys no birds Campus life just doesnrsquot suit having a pet Many of your fellow students are allergic to anishymals and most animals carry parasites such as fleas ticks and mites
One of the saddest things on campus is the growing number of stray cats and the wild kittens they produce Some strays are here because softshyhearted students saw the cute little kittens and took them back to their room only to be cited for a rule violation and charged $50 There are also students who abandon their pets at the end of the school year It is sad to see these strays but keep in mind that when you feed them they will start to depend on you for their meals So if you truly love animals donrsquot become a part of the problem
When you see an abandoned animal conshytact a Housing representative Wersquoll try to find it a good home or it will be taken to a local shelter for adoption
Wild Things
Parts of the University are in wooded areas where many woodland creatures make their home Yoursquoll see an occasional squirrel scampershying around and sometimes even catch a glimpse of a skunk or opossum However if an animal beshycomes confrontational stay calm leave quickly and report it to the nearest Housing official
Bugging Out
If yoursquore from a colder climate get ready for a shock If yoursquore from the South yoursquove seen them before bugs We love South Carolinarsquos mild winters but so do the bugs These pests can be aggravating but if we work together we
Fish Tales
can control the problem The University has a contract with a privately owned pest control company Buildings are inspected monthly and treated as needed
You can also help fight these little invaders Be aware of how pests enter your room Someshytimes they come in with items that have been stored outside or in a book bag that was left in the grass with food inside Or they might venture in through opened doors or windows Once inshyside theyrsquoll find food and water and yoursquoll have bugs for roommates These are some additional things you can do
bull Report sightings of pests to the Housing Mainshytenance Office at (864) 656-5450
bull Keep all opened food items sealed in plastic containers
Wh
atrsquos
In a
nd
Ou
t
27
Saf
ety
Ru
les
at C
U
Play It
Safe
29
bull Keep all makeup and toiletry containers closed bull Keep your room clean bull Empty your trash can daily bull Work to reduce pest entryways bull Turn in maintenance problems promptly bull Wipe up spills as they occur bull Clean the refrigerator regularly (and in apartshy
ments donrsquot forget the stoves sinks and counter-tops too)
Be a Tiger Conservationist
When you live in University housing we ask you to practice good environmental and consershyvation habits Make efficient use of all resources Conserving water and electricity are two of the most important things you can do to make a positive imshypact such as not letting the water run in the sink while you brush your teeth or shave
Always put trash in its proper place Littering (inside or outside the buildings) is not permitted under any circumstances In short take responsibilshyity for your own actions If you make a mess please clean it up
We also ask you to reduce recycle and reuse materials whenever possible The University has an award-winning recycling program in which all facshyulty staff and students make a difference University Housing also promotes the Lighten Your Load proshygram at the end of the spring semester This program allows students to donate unwanted items to local charities which decreases the number of things they have to take home or store Itrsquos also a worthwhile opportunity to help others
As you spend your time in University buildshyings and around campus look for ways to support sustainable living and get involved in helping to conserve our precious natural resources
On Campus
Clemson is a small friendly community with little violent crime and fewer of the crime and safety problems that plague larger cities However neither the University nor the community is crime free The problems of drug and alcohol abuse acquaintance rape and other crimes affect every campus community
Thatrsquos why Clemson University has a professhysional police force of more than 30 full-time police officers who are graduates of the SC Criminal Justice Academy Theyrsquore more than just ldquocampus security officersrdquo As commissioned officers they have reporting responsibilities to the University the State Law Enforcement Division (SLED) and the court
Even before passage of the ldquoStudent Right to Know and Campus Security Act of 1990rdquo Clemson voluntarily reported its crime statistics to the FBI and has done so since 1980
Clemson also has a staff of student life proshyfessionals who are continually trained in crime prevention building security personal safety counseling victim assistance student discipline and other areas They ensure that the policies procedures and educational programs are in place to educate students about personal safety and to respond quickly and effectively to problems in campus housing and elsewhere
The campus and its physical facilities are maintained with safety in mind In recent years the University has invested heavily in improved lighting emergency telephones and security-conshyscious landscape design and maintenance In other words Clemson University is committed to proshyviding a safe and secure environment for students faculty and staff
The prompt reporting of crimes is encouraged If you have a problem at Clemson we want to know about it And we work hard to make sure ldquothe systemrdquo will be responsive to your needs
30
Additional information on security policies is contained in the Student Handbook and in the Campus Safety Report which also contains statistics on crime at the University and in the city of Clemson
A Word About Alcohol
One of the greatest potential problems facing all freshmen is the temptation to ldquoparty hardrdquo We want our students to have fun and enjoy themselves but we take a strong stance against not only the use of ilshylegal drugs but also against underage drinking and the abuse of alcohol by those of any age
The legal drinking age in South Carolina is 21 Consequently the possession or consumption of alcoshyhol in any form by anyone under age 21 is against the law and is therefore prohibited on the Clemson University campus Violations of this law and related University policies are considered very serious offensshyes and the penalties can be significant
We say this to you our new students because we want you to be successful in every way here at Clemson Experience has shown us that many students ignore or trivialize the issue of underage drinking Please donrsquot make that mistake This is a serious issue with serious consequences
Sure you can have fun But use your head Have fun legally and use good judgment That way everyshyone wins
Hall Security and Card Access
University Housing has a perimeter card access system installed in all campus residence halls Perimshyeter card access is a system that allows you to use your student ID card to enter certain exterior doors of the residence halls The system is designed to deny enshytrance into the residence halls by people who do not have permission to enter In order for this system to work we need your help Please donrsquot allow anyone to follow you in a door donrsquot allow anyone to use your ID card and never prop open a door for any reason
Your Personal Safety
We make every effort to maintain a safe campus for all students However there are some things you can do for your own safety
bull Walk in groups of two or more after dark bull Never hesitate to use the CUPDrsquos (Clemson
University Police Departmentrsquos) free Escort Sershyvice Call (864) 656-2222
bull Ride the free Clemson Area Transit (CAT) bus sershyvice
bull Walk in well-lighted well-traveled areas bull Make sure someone knows where you are and when
you expect to return bull Dress for freedom of movement mdash donrsquot wear conshy
fining or uncomfortable clothing bull After dark have your keys ready before you get to
your room apartment or car park in a well-lighted area
bull Always look into the back seat of your car and unshyder your car before getting in Also lock your doors while driving
bull Always lock your roomapartment door at night or while sleeping
bull If you receive annoying or obscene phone calls hang up and report the call to the CUPD
bull Always find out who is on the other side of the door before you open it
bull Take note of where the outdoor campus phones are located
Emergency Telephone Numbers
UniversityPoliceDepartment 911
FireDepartment 911
RedfernHealthCenter 656-2233
Ambulance 911
RapeCrisisHotline 868-7599
CAPS 656-2451
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What You Need to Know About Physical and Sexual Assault
These strategies also have been found to help you avoid or prevent assaults
bull Be on the alert be aware of danger early bull Yell flee kick bull Display outrage rather than fear bull If your life is in danger use passive resistance (vomshy
it urinate tell the attacker you are diseased)
If you are a victim or know a victim of an assault follow these guidelines
bull Call police (911) Get medical attention immedishyately At a health-care facility you will be seen by a physician and you can talk with an assault specialshyist (Your identity will be protected at all times)
bull Report the crime to the CUPD Even if you choose not to press charges you may save another victim from the same fate If you think yoursquore going to press charges do not bathe or destroy any evidence such as clothing
bull Try to get an accurate description of the assailantrsquos appearance what was said or any other information that will assist police
ldquoDate rape drugsrdquo are present on most college campuses and they have been found in Clemson Do not take a drink from an open container or from a
drink not prepared in your presence Never leave a drink unattended Know who you are with Report all suspicious acts or persons to CUPD at (864) 656-2222 (or 911) More information about your safety will be available when you arrive on campus For additional information about staying safe keeping your things safe and getting a list of safety tips visit stuaffclemson educupd
Keeping Your Things Safe
bull Before coming to campus have identification numshybers engraved on your valuable belongings such as laptops bikes stereos etc and register them with the CUPD
bull Examine your parentsrsquo homeowners policy and be sure your personal property is insured
bull Always close and lock your doors and windows whenever you go to bed and whenever you leave your room or apartment even if yoursquore just going away for a few minutes Never loan out your key and report a lost key immediately to your RA If you canrsquot find your key see your RA about a recore (See Key Policy on page 35)
bull Donrsquot keep a lot of cash in your room bull Follow all visitation and escort policies bull Register your property with the Police Department
at stuaffclemsoneducupd
32
Fire Safety
Fire safety in a residence hall or apartment is everyonersquos responsibility Itrsquos important that you not only follow fire safety procedures but report all violashytions or fire hazards to your RA immediately bull Smoke only in designated areas NEVER IN BED bull Turn off electric blankets irons lamps and curling
irons right after use bull Never cover lamps with any material for any reason bull Candles and other open flame devices are not
allowed in residence halls or apartments (not even for decoration)
bull Halogen lamps are not permitted in residence halls or apartments
bull Check the smoke detector in your area weekly Go to your hall or apartment front desk for replacement batteries If you have a fire extinguisher in your area check it too
bull Keep hallways and exit paths clear at all times bull Do not overload circuits by plugging too many applishy
ances into one outlet If two or more appliances with a combined wattage of more than 1500 watts are used you must have an Underwriter Laboratory-apshyproved power strip with a built-in circuit breaker (15 amp or less)
bull Extension cords shall not be used as a substitute for permanent wiring
bull Extension cords must not be used in succession or in conjunction with power strips
bull If you see a fire immediately move to a safe area and call 911 to report the fire
bull If your clothing catches on fire drop to the floor and roll back and forth until the flame is out
bull ALWAYS take fire alarms seriously and leave the building by assigned routes
bull Gas grills may not be used or stored in any residential area (including apartments)
bull All curtains decorations or displays used in windows must be made of flame-resistive materials
bull Do not tamper with or remove any fire detection deshyvice and do not hang anything from a sprinkler head
Thatrsquos theRule Since yoursquore new here you probably have a lot
of questions about living on campus This section will give you a better idea of your rights on campus as well as Clemson Universityrsquos regulations put in place for your safety and well-being Our policies are creshyated to make an atmosphere that helps all students enjoy and benefit from their university experience
Alcohol Policy The Universityrsquos policies on the possession and
consumption of alcohol are the same as the municipal ordinances and state and federal laws For students of legal drinking age the University does not restrict the possesshysion or consumption of alcohol in your private residence (your room or apartment) except in certain residence halls designated as alcohol-free However in public areas outside of your residence you may not have an open container of an alcoholic beverage of any kind Public areas include residence hall lobbies utilitystudy rooms hallways and areas immediately outside residence halls and apartments Possession consumption or display of alcohol or alcohol containers is not permitted in any area designated as alshycohol-free A number of residence halls are designated as totally alcohol-free These include Johnstone Main and
Annex Benet Young Geer Sanders Byrnes Lever Manning Smith Barnett Mauldin and Holmes For deshytailed information concerning the consumption of alcohol in University housing contact your RD or area housing office Also refer to your Student Handbook
Asbestos Some areas of University housing have asbestos-conshy
taining materials present A licensed asbestos abatement team manages these materials Students especially those erecting and using lofts should use caution and not disturb any sprayed-on ceiling materials Any questions concernshying the asbestos materials locations and hazards should be referred to the Housing Facilities Office or the Asbestos Abatement Program director at (864) 656-4930 for further clarification
Banners and Signs Hanging banners on residence halls is a good way
to campaign for office announce an event or show your school spirit But before displaying your sign check with your RA or RD to find out where signs may be displayed If you put up a banner yoursquore responsible for taking it down no later than 24 hours after itrsquos ldquoold newsrdquo Be sure all the tape remains are removed too
Cam
pu
s S
avvy
33
bull Keep all outside doors locked Propping outside doors for easy re-entry makes the entire building less secure and is considered a very serious violashytion of policy
bull Keep your room door locked bull Report all suspicious activities and individuals to
the desk staff night security officers and the poshylice
bull Always lock your car and never leave valuables in your car
bull Register your bicycle with the campus police and always lock it securely through the wheels and frame
bull Park your car in the designated lots if you leave it on campus during breaks
Visit stuaffclemsoneducupd for additional inforshymation
34
Candles Incense Fireworks Firearms Inflammables and Explosives
Due to concerns for fire safety and personal safety having or using any items that might be classified under these headshyings is strictly forbidden in University housing Violations of this policy could result in suspension from the University eviction from University housing andor separation from the University
Clearance Cards This term refers to the large card also called a ldquoRoom
Property Certificaterdquo that each resident is required to review and sign during the first 24 hours after moving into University housing The card has a space for you to report any missing or damaged property in your room or apartment Itrsquos very important that you check the card carefully and return it to your RA If you donrsquot at the end of the year you could be held responsible for anything wrong with your room or apartment regardless of its condition when you moved in
Cooking Housing has restrictions against cooking in residence hall
rooms (not apartments) for a couple of reasons 1) Fire safety 2) Sanitation Anything you can prepare in a thermostatically conshy
trolled percolator or a hot-air popcorn popper is legal You may also use the combination microwaverefrigerator-freezer (Microfridge) available for rent from Student Government Any other type of cooking equipment must be stored and used in your residence hall kitchen not in your room Violations of this policy will result in a $50 charge Gas grills may not be used or stored in any residence hall or apartment area
Damages Communal Property Your contract explains that when hallways bathrooms
elevators and other public areas in a residence facility receive undue abuse we expect the assistance of the residents of that area in finding the person(s) responsible When the person(s) cannot be identified all residents will be required to pay a proshyrated share of repairing such damages
Damages Rooms or Apartments As your University Housing Contract explains yoursquore
responsible for any damages that happen in your room or apartment while you live here If damages are accidental you must still pay repair costs When damages are the result of vandalism the person(s) responsible must not only pay for reshypairs but may also face disciplinary proceedings
Drugs All University officials including Housing officials will
assist and cooperate with law enforcement personnel as they
perform their duties in controlling the possession and use of illegal substances on campus Students convicted of violations of state or federal laws are subject to further disciplinary action by the University
Fire Safety On-campus residents can help keep their homes and their
neighbors safe from fire by following all Housing regulations concerning candles fireworks explosives halogen lamps the use of electrical equipment and general safety standards Any student who willfully compromises the safety of fellow residents by tampering with fire safety equipment or sounding false alarms will be subject to criminal prosecution eviction from University housing andor separation from the Univershysity Students who fail to evacuate when an alarm sounds are also subject to disciplinary action
Furniture Removal Every piece of furniture in your room or apartment at the
time you move in must stay in the roomapartment for the entire time you live there You may not remove store or trade furnishings There is an automatic $50 charge for violating this policy
Guns See ldquoCandles Incense Fireworks etcrdquo
Harassment It is the policy of Clemson University to conduct and
provide programs activities and services to students faculty and staff in an atmosphere free from racial or sexual harassshyment Harassment is any behavior that would verbally or physically threaten torment badger heckle or persecute an individual because of hisher race or gender Harassment of University faculty staff students or visitors is prohibited and shall subject the offender to appropriate disciplinary action Students who feel that they have been subjected to racial or sexual harassment should seek advice from the Office of Human Resources
Housing Contract You are required to sign a University Housing Contract
each year when you reserve a room or apartment and itrsquos important that you read your copy carefully Be sure you unshyderstand that the contract is binding for an entire academic year You canrsquot move off campus after first semester unless you meet very specific conditions outlined in the contract If yoursquore thinking about moving off campus talk with someone in University Housing before you make your plans
Incident Reports Residentapartment assistants and resident directors are
charged with the responsibility of confronting and working with students who break University or Housing policies Such violations are documented through incident reports which are completed and submitted by RAs and RDs Once a student violates a policy and an incident report is completed a Housing administrator deshycides how the infraction is to be handled Violations of policy may be dealt with administratively or through the Office of Student Conduct
Key Policy When you first report to your room or apartment yoursquoll be
issued one key free of charge If you lose your key and need a temshyporary replacement you may check one out from the desk for your area If you donrsquot find your lost key within 24 hours your lock must be changed and new keys cut The resulting cost is $50 When you check out of University housing your key must be returned or rekeying will be necessary and you will be charged for the service
Ledges Roofs Attics and Equipment Rooms The University Housing Contract expressly describes
these areas as ldquooff-limitsrdquo In the interest of your personal safety we expect your cooperation in this matter
Lofts Lofts may be used in most traditional residence hall
rooms See page 26 for more details on lofts Lofting is NOT permitted in Holmes McCabe or the Stadium Resishydence halls the Clemson House the Greek Community on the Quad or any of the apartment areas
Lounges Many residence hall lounges are open for use by all
residents on an unlimited basis Others however may be reserved for private gatherings of residents or student orshyganizations through the appropriate area office
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11
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3
7
8 9
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CP-3
P-4
E-3
E-10
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E-14
E-7
E-4
E-6
E-8E-9
E-11
E-12
E-16
E-32E-15
R-2 R-3C-12C-5C-4
C-9C-7
C-6
C-10C-3C-13
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C
Quiet Hours Quiet hours are in effect 24 hours a day Strict quiet hours
are in effect from 700 pm until 800 am meaning there should be no disturbing noise in the residence halls and apartshyments At least one week before final exams and through the examination period strict quiet hours are to be observed 24 hours a day
Roofs See ldquoLedges Roofs Attics etcrdquo
Room and Apartment Changes
Employee (Green Permit) Restricted as Posted Commuting Student (Orange Permit) and Employee Resident Student (Blue Permit)No room or apartment changes may be made unless a
formal request has been submitted to the Housing office and approval has been received Performing an illegal room change
Parking Designations
Apartment (Purple Permit) Clemson House Resident Student (Purple Permit)
carries an automatic charge of $50 Questions about changes may be directed at any time to the assistant director of housshying administrative services-assignments at 200 Mell Hall Call (864) 656-2295 to make an appointment
Sales and Solicitation To protect your right to privacy in your residence hall
room or apartment the University has strict guidelines on fund-raisers promotions or sales on campus All solicitation must be approved by the Office of Programs and Activities so be sure to contact this office at (864) 656-4636 or 656-4357 if you have a sale or fund-raiser in mind Also if your right to privacy in your hall or apartment is ever violated by a door-toshydoor canvasser please report it immediately to the RA or RD for your area
Showers Members of the opposite sex are not allowed to use the
shower facilities of the residence halls that are served by comshymunal bathrooms
Smoke-free Halls All residence halls are designated as totally smoke-free
areas Apartment areas are self-regulated in regard to smoking
Visitation Members of the opposite sex are allowed in rooms and
apartments every day based upon the visitation for that area All residence halls with communal baths have a Standard Visshyitation plan 1000-200 am every day Areas with private or suite baths have a Self-Regulated plan that allows occupants to set visitation hours by mutual agreement at the beginning of each year or whenever occupancy changes
Window TreatmentsDisplays All curtains decorations or displays used in windows must
be made of flame-resistive materials
Emergency Call Station
C-11
C-2 E-2
R-1
19 E-20
R-4 E-1
21
15
A 20 E-13 22
14A 16
C-1 12 P-2
17 13
P-1 18
BB
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Employee (Green Permit)Restricted as PostedCommuting Student (Orange Permit) and EmployeeResident Student (Blue Permit)Apartment (Purple Permit)Clemson House Resident Student (Purple Permit)Emergency Call Station
Parking Designations
P-1
P-2
E-2
E-1
E-10
E-13
E-20
R-1
R-4
C-1
C-2
A
B
Campus Map
E-8 E-9 P-4
C-11 C-4 C-5 E-7C C-12 R-2 R-3
P-3
E-3 C-13 C-3 C-10
C-7 C-9
E-4
E-16 C-6 DE-14
E-15 E-32
E-5
E-12
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E-11
1 Johnstone A and A Annex
The Suites 2 McCabe 3 Holmes 4 Stadium Residence Hall
The Shoeboxes 5 Geer 6 Sanders 7 Benet 8 Young 9 Cope
10 Clemson House
Bryan Mall 11 Mauldin 12 Barnett 13 Smith 14 Manning 15 Lever 16 Byrnes
The Apartments 17 Calhoun Courts 18 Thornhill Village 19 Lightsey Bridge I 20 Lightsey Bridge II
Clemsonrsquos Greek Community on the Quad 21 Bowen 22 Bradley 23 Donaldson 24 Wannamaker 25 Norris 26 Simpson North 27 Simpson South
28 Hendrix Student Center
Dining Halls 29 Schilletter 30 Harcombe 31 Clemson House
Coming to
Campus Get
tin
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ere
37
Campus Entry A
From Anderson on Highway 76 Pass the SC National Guard (on right) at stopshylight turn left onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) From EasleyGreenville on Highway 123 Turn left onto Highway 76 at the Ramada Inn Go under Highway 93 (do not exit) at stoplight turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road the next road to the right) From Central on Highway 93 Exit onto Highway 76 toward Anderson Stay right at stoplight turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road)
Campus Entry B
From Anderson on Highway 76 Exit onto Highway 93 Clemson University Exit From EasleyGreenville on Highway 123 Exit onto Highway 93 at Clemson University Exit From Seneca on Highway 123 Follow Highway 123 Turn right on Highway 76 Turn right onto Highway 93 at Clemson University Exit From Central on Highway 93 Go straight onto camshypus
Campus Entry C
From Seneca on Highway 123 Bear right onto Highway 93 to Clemson University Go across bridge turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road)
Campus Entry D
From Seneca on Highway 123 Bear right onto Highway 93 to Clemson University Go across bridge pass Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) turn right at next stoplight onto Williamson Road
42
Bryan Mall Byrnes Manning Lever Smith Barnett and Mauldin Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station turn right at Cherry Road Turn left into Bryan Mall at stop sign If parking is full you may park in the green spaces along Cherry Road
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass football stadium and Strom Thurmond Institute turn left onto Cherry Road Enter Bryan Mall by turning left at stop sign If parking is full you may park in the green spaces along Cherry Road Pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
The Stadium Residence Hall and the Shoeboxes Cope Benet Young Geer and Sanders Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station go through traffic signal at Cherry Road pass Strom Thurmond Institute and turn right onto Williamson Road Follow Williamson Road to stop sign Continue straight after stop sign turn right on South Palmetto Boulevard and imshymediately turn left into Sirrine parking lot or go straight on Williamson Road until Fort Hill Street turn right and park behind Geer or Sanders halls
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Go past the football stadium (on your left) and turn left onto Williamson Road You can then either turn right onto South Palmetto Boulevard and immediately left into the Sirrine parking lot or you can take a chance on finding a slot in the loading docks behind the halls by continushying on Williamson Road and turning right onto Fort Hill Street Pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
Johnstone Hall Sections A and A Annex
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to the second stoplight veer left toward Tillman Hall You will approach Tillman Hall You can either park on the street near Tillman or behind Tillman You may pick up your key in the University Union loggia
Holmes and McCabe Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to the second stoplight veer left toward Tillman Hall turn left at Calhoun Drive and turn right at Fort Hill Street
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry D Turn right onto Williamson Road and left onto Fort Hill Street Park in any available space and pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
Lightsey Bridge
From Anderson EasleyGreenville and Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station turn right onto Lightsey Bridge Road
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass football stadium Strom Thurmond Institute Cherry Road and Resident Parking Lot turn left onto Lightsey Bridge Road Report to desk at Lightsey Bridge Commons Building to check in and pick up your key
Thornhill Village
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Turn at the first left onto Newman Road Park near assigned apartment report to Thornhill Village Commons Building to check in and pick up key Residents may leave cars parked in adjashycent resident spaces after unloading
Calhoun Courts
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Turn at first left onto Newman Road Go through Thornhill Village turn right onto Morrison Street Park and walk to Calhoun Courts Commons Building to check in and get your key You may then move your car to the street near your apartshyment to unload
Clemson House
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to first stoplight turn right onto North Palmetto Boushylevard You can follow that road to the front of Clemson House or turn right immediately on Lee Street and turn left on Daniel Drive Pick up your key at the front desk You may park in any marked space to unload
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Call UsBarnett Hall Lightsey Bridge I Apartments Desk 656-2130 Desk 656-1150 RD Office 858-4230 RD Office
Benet Hall Lightsey Bridge II Apartments Desk 656-2349 Desk 656-1150 RD Office 858-8614 RD Office
Byrnes Hall Manning Hall Desk 656-2140 Desk 656-2311 RD Office 656-0420 RD Office
Calhoun Courts Apartments Mauldin Hall Desk 656-2341 Desk 656-2130 RD Office 656-0421 RD Office
Clemson House McCabe Hall Desk 656-2075 Desk 656-1767 RD Office 656-1841 RD Office
Cope Hall Sanders Hall Desk 656-4800 Desk 656-2403 RD Office 858-8434 RD Office
Greek Community on the Quad Smith Hall Desk 656-0528 Desk 656-2130
RD Office 656-7578 RD Office
Geer Hall Stadium Residence Hall
Desk 656-2404 Desk 656-4800
RD Office 858-8614 RD Office
Holmes Hall Thornhill Village Apartments
Desk 656-1767 Desk 656-1257
RD Office 656-4386 RD Office
Johnstone A Young Hall
Desk 656-2366 Desk 656-2410
RD Office 858-8822 RD Office
Lever Hall Desk 656-7325 RD Office 656-0419
656-0422
656-0422
656-0670
656-5441
858-8448
858-8861
858-4230
656-4817
656-1258
858-8861
Additional University Phone Numbers Admissions 656-2287 Bookstore 656-2050 Bursarrsquos Office 656-2321 Career Center 656-6000 Computer Center Help Desk 656-3494 Counseling and Psychological
Services 656-2451 Fike Recreation Center 656-2315 Financial Aid 656-2280 Graduate Admissions 656-3195 Honors College 656-4762 ID Services 656-0763 International Programs
and Services 656-3614 Library 656-3027 Maintenance and Custodial 656-5450 Parking Services 656-2270 Pest Control 656-5450 Post Office 656-2351 Registrar 656-2171 ResCom Support 656-5441 Student Disability Services 656-6848 Student Government 656-2195 Telecommunications 656-2600 Visitors Center 656-4789
Main Housing Office (864) 656-2295 FAX (864) 656-7615
Additional information is available at our Web site wwwhousingclemsonedu
Equal Opportunity in Programs and Activities Federal laws prohibit discrimination under programs and activshy
ities receiving federal financial assistance The statutes listed below are applicable to Clemson University and provide in part
Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 ldquoNo person in the United States shall on the ground of race
color or national origin be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 ldquoNo person in the United States shall on the basis of sex be
excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subshyjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ldquoNo otherwise qualified disabled individual in the United
States shall solely by reason of their disability be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Clemson University Statement Regarding Nondiscrimination
Clemson University does not discriminate against any indishyvidual or group of individuals on the basis of age color disability gender national origin race religion sexual orientation or vetershy
anrsquos status
Clemson University conducts its programs and activities involving admission and treatment of students employment teachshying research and public service in a nondiscriminatory manner as prescribed by federal law and regulation
Inquiries concerning the above may be addressed to President Clemson University Clemson South Carolina 29634 or Director Office for Civil Rights Department of Education Washington DC 20201
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HomeDonrsquot Leave Without It
Herersquos a checklist of things to consider bringing for your room or apartmenthellip
Alarm clock Bathrobe Blankets Book bagbackpack Can opener Cleaning supplies Coffee pothot pot Desk lamp (not halogen) Electrical surge protector Fan First-aid supplies Flashlight Hairdryer Hot-air popcorn popper Iron Ironing board Lap desk Laundry supplies (detergent laundry basket hangers)
University Housing 200 Mell Hall Box 344075 Clemson SC 29634-4075 (864) 656-2295 FAX (864) 656-7615
wwwhousingclemsonedu
Laptop Mattress cover (extra-long for a twin bed) Pillows Plastic storage containers Radio Raincoat Room decorations (no candles or incense) School supplies Sheets (extra-long for twin bed) Shower caddy Telephone Television with cable cord Toiletries Towels Trash can Umbrella Vacuum cleaner
Required
16
Roomshymates Respect Is the Key
Living with a roommate doesnrsquot have to be a ldquobig dealrdquo The most important thing is that you keep an open mind and learn to respect each other Get to know your new roommate the same as you would any other new person You already know that both of you want a Clemson education So just take it from there
Talk About It
Want to know how to get along with roomshymates Talk to them Itrsquos the most important thing you can do in a relationship If something is bothering you the sooner you talk about it the sooner yoursquoll be able to work it out After all no one can read your mind and you canrsquot read anyone elsersquos
Lend an Ear
Sometimes itrsquos just one of those days Try to understand why your roommate may have reacted a certain way It may have nothing to do with you Maybe he or she is having a tough time and just needs someone to listen mayshybe your roommate can do the same for you
Take a Breather
Everyone needs a little space occasionally mdash time to be alone and just think things out Keep that in mind and give each other time for privacy You can fill your need for peace and quiet while your roommate is in class or at a club meeting Be User Friendly
We each have our own ideas about sharing our things Take the time to ask before you borshyrow things that belong to your roommate Itrsquos an even better idea to talk this out up front and agree on whatrsquos community property and whatrsquos off limits
Share Your Neat Ideas
You may have your own version of a clean room but make sure you share that ldquovisionrdquo with your roommate The two of you should decide together whatrsquos a comfortable level of clean
18
At Your
Service
Fin
d It
on
Cam
pu
s
19
Think About It
There are lots of things you should discuss with your roommate as soon as you get settled in For example
bull Do you expect the room to be more of a social space where friends can hang out or more of a study space where you can concenshytrate on class work
bull Are you a night owl or an early bird How late may guests stay
bull How do you want to handle visits by boyshyfriendsgirlfriends
bull Will you be around on the weekends What are your expectations about those times
Of course therersquos more you need to talk about but you get the idea Talk about your concerns before they become issues
The Clemson campus ldquocommunityrdquo has most of the things you need for day-to-day living right on campus If you donrsquot see the sershyvice you need listed below your RA can point you in the right direction
Got Cash
Carolina First Wachovia BBampT and Bank of America all have 24-hour automated teller machines adjacent to the Dillard Buildshying (near the HolmesMcCabe area and the Shoeboxes) Bank of America and the State Credit Union have ATMs behind Byrnes Hall Wachovia has one in the Hendrix Center and First Citizens has one in the University Union loggia If your home bank has VISAMaster-Card Cirrus AFFN Honor or Plus System bank cards you can access funds from home
and your parents can make direct deposits into your account Dollar-bill change machines are located in the Dillard Building and are in most of the residence halls and apartments In adshydition Carolina First Bank has a full-service branch on the lower level of the Hendrix Center
TigerStripe Accounts
The TigerStripe Account program lets you deposit money into an account and use the Tiger 1 Card as a prepaid debit card on or off campus You can use it at the Bookstore the laundry and the dining facilities You can even buy your concert tickets with it In fact there are over 300 locations on and off campus that accept the Tiger 1 Card Visit wwwtiger1 clemsonedu for more details about the benefits offered by your Tiger 1 Card
20
Getting Hungry
When your appetite takes over yoursquoll find several spots on campus to tame your hunger The Canteen and Loggia Latte in the University Union and the Fernow Street Cafeacute located beshytween Riggs and Freeman halls are convenient places to go for a quick meal Paw Mart in the University Union is also a handy refreshment stop for snacks and drinks Therersquos also Chilirsquos Too loshycated next to the Harcombe Dining Hall And be sure to check out the food court in the Hendrix Center and the Java City coffee shop in the Cooper Library Cornershop in the Hendrix Censhyter is another stop for a tasty snack Schilletter Dining Hall is behind the Hendrix Center and the Clemson House Dining Hall is across from Bowman Field Snack amp Stax in Cooper Library features convenience store items a selection of beverages and a variety of snacks If yoursquore lookshying for a special place to dine with friends donrsquot forget about Seasons by the Lake at the Madren Center
The Center of Attention
The Hendrix Student Center has lots of atshytractions for busy active students and itrsquos a great place to meet and mingle The center is named for Clemson alumnus and life member of the Board of Trustees Leon J Hendrix and is located on East Campus next to Schilletter Dining Hall near the residence halls and apartments
The center includes a student lounge meetshying rooms and a five-vendor food court You can also take in a movie in the 154-seat theater and two ballrooms accommodate functions for stushydent organizations and conferences The Hendrix Center is also the home to the University Teleshycommunications office the University Bookstore the Student Union administrative offices the Harvey and Lucinda Gantt Intercultural Center and the Michelinreg Career Center as well as a full-service branch of Carolina First Bank
Check It Out
Cooper Library has become one of the most popular places for students on campus Not only can you find books articles DVDs and more
you can get research help at the Reference Desk Then you can take your laptop and meet with your study group on the balcony while you enjoy a latte from Java City The library also has scanners a fax machine photocopiers and private group study rooms
Cooper Library is open 24 hours a day from Sunday at 1000 am until Friday at midnight Saturday hours are 1000 am to midnight For more information go to wwwlibclemsonedu or call (864) 656-1557
Getting Around
With Clemsonrsquos mild climate biking is a popular means of transportation Bike racks are located outside the residence halls Yoursquoll need a lock to secure your bike to the racks and it should be registered with the Clemson University Police Department (CUPD) Bikes may be kept inside only if they are in your individual room or apartshyment Mopeds may be parked in outdoor bicycle racks but may not be brought inside
Cars motorcycles mopeds and motor scootshyers must have a parking permit which is available from Parking Services and they must be parked in appropriately marked spaces If yoursquore bringing a vehicle to campus donrsquot forget to apply for a parking permit
Remember mopeds may not be brought inside any building and riding is prohibited on sidewalks All walkways are also off limits to skateboards bicycles rollerblades skates or similar items
Come on and Take a Free Ride
The city of Clemson provides a free shuttle bus service on and off campus called CAT (Clemson Area Transit) CAT is the largest fare-free public transit system in the nation In 2000 and 2005 it was selected as the ldquoBest Transit Systemrdquo in the state by the SC Department of Transportation Each CAT bus is equipped with a bike rack in case you need to temporarily switch gears (and vehicles)
CAT Bus Hours
Monday-Friday 622-300 am Saturday 800 pm-300 am Sunday 500 pm-300 am
Call (864) 654-CATS (2287) for more inshyformation and a system map The CAT office is located at 1200 Tiger Boulevard Suite 2
Yoursquove Got Mail
Each student will need to rent a post office box at the University Post Office located in the University Union You can sign up for a post office box online when you pay your fees The University will send you an email with your asshysigned box number and other information Post office boxes are rented from August to August In the summer mail is forwarded to your home address If you have questions please call (864) 656-2351 or email studpoclemsonedu
Laundry Day
Washers and dryers are provided on the ground level of each residence hall in Bryan Mall Calhoun Courts Commons Lightsey Bridge Comshymons and Thornhill Village Commons also have laundry facilities Clemson House has washers and dryers available in the basement Students who live on West Campus use the washers and dryers in the Dillard Building in the basement of
Holmes Hall and on the first floor of Stadium Resshyidence Hall Washers and dryers are also available in all the residence halls in the Greek Community on the Quad Donrsquot forget to bring your own iron and ironing board
The Healthy Way
Not feeling well Take a trip to Redfern Health Center Redfern consists of three divisions Medical Services Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) and Health EducationAlcohol and Drug Education All students who take seven or more credit hours during the fall and spring semesters are required to pay a health fee of $125 per semester If you register for three or more credit hours during each summer session you must pay a health fee of $45 per summer session The health fee provides for the professional services of the physicians psychologists and nurse pracshytitioners and for reduced costs of lab X-ray and pharmacy services The health fee also provides a secondary urgent-care insurance benefit that pays up to $500 per incident for expenses incurred in the treatment of urgent problems that arise when Redfern Health Center is closed
Primary health-care services are available Monday-Friday 800 am-500 pm You can be seen throughout the day by appointment at (864)
656-1541 The Nurses Clinic is available if you donrsquot have an appointment At this clinic yoursquoll be assessed by a nurse and receive care After hours if you have questions about your health-care needs you can call the Nursewise Line at 1-888-525-1333
Emergency transportation is provided by the Clemson University ambulance which is staffed with licensed EMTs 24 hours a day seven days a week After-hours health-care providers available (at your expense) include Anderson Area Medical Center Clemson Health Center (a private urgent health-care facility) Palmetto Baptist Medical Center Greenville Memorial Medical Center and Oconee Memorial Hospital
You already know that college is a big step in your life If yoursquore having trouble adjusting once you get here help is only a phone call away Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) provides mental health services for various issues including depression anxiety stress management anger management relationship violence sexual assault and addictions
Depending on the concern you may be seen in a group as a couple or individually Numerous groups are offered throughout the semester to help you learn specific skills such as stress management and assertiveness Other groups allow for pershysonal growth and integration A multidisciplinary approach to the treatment of eating disorders provides integration of medical nutritional and psychological services The LifeStyles program is a specialized approach to assist students with substance misuseabuse concerns After an evalushyation students are placed in psychoeducational groups and may receive group or individual counshyseling Each semester on a first-come first-served basis CAPS conducts a limited number of psyshychological evaluations for learning disabilities and attention disorders An on-site psychiatrist evalushyates and monitors studentsrsquo medication regimens as needed All services are confidential
For CAPS services call (864) 656-2451 for an appointment CAPS also offers a walk-in clinic from 1000 am to 230 pm where you can see a counselor on a first-come first-served basis for brief evaluation or emergency intervention Mental health crisis assistance and consultation are available 24 hours a day After hours and on weekends you can reach the on-call counselor by dialing the University police at (864) 656-2222 Most services are free to students some require a reduced fee Students who pay the health fee may receive 10 individual sessions per semester at no charge There is no limit for group sessions There are charges for LifeStyles psychiatric services and psychometric testing and this is discussed before services are rendered All services are provided by licensed psychologists licensed professional counshyselors certified addiction counselors predoctoral psychology interns or masterrsquos counseling interns
The Health Education area is committed to promoting healthy lifestyles and reducing high-risk behaviors The Alcohol and Drug Education area provides programming referrals counseling and instruction on University policies and personshyal issues associated with alcohol and drug use
Student Disability Services
Student Disability Services coordinates the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities in compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 All reasonable accommodations are individualized flexible and confidential based on the nature of the disability and the academic environment Students must provide documentation of the disability and request needed accommodations Variations in housing arrangements for student with disabilities must be coordinated through the Student Disabilshyity Office For information visit room G20 Redfern Health Center or call (864) 656-6848
23
24
Food for Thought
Meal Plans
Busy students need lots of ldquofuelrdquo Thatrsquos why Clemson offers six meal options to satisfy difshyferent eating habits Unlimited Access allows you to go to the dining halls as often as you like anytime theyrsquore open If you want anything from three meals a day to unlimited snacking this is the plan for you On the Any-Fifteen Plan you can choose 15 of the 21 meals offered each week If you have a hectic schedule or like to grab a bite
Dining Halls
All meal plans can be used in Harcombe Food Court Schilletter Dining Hall or Clemson House Harcombe and Schilletter serve all day so no matter what your schedule yoursquoll find food when you find the time
Harcombe
Monday-Friday Harcombe is closed on weekends
Breakfast 700-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-800 pm (Mon-Thurs)425-700 pm (Fri)
Schilletter
Monday-Friday Breakfast 700-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-800 pm (Sun-Thurs)425-700 pm (Fri-Sat)
Cookie Break 930-1030 pm (Mon-Thurs)
Saturday Breakfast 800-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-700 pm
Sunday Breakfast 800-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-800 pm
Cookie Break 930-1030 pm
Clemson House
If yoursquore looking for more of a restaurant atshymosphere try the Clemson House There are four ways you can choose to pay for your meal You may use your meal plan as a cash equivalency to purchase a-la-carte meals (Unlimited Access used once per meal period and only for the ldquostudent specialrdquo entree at the Clemson House) you may select the student special on your meal plan you may pay in cash or you may use the Tiger 1 Card
Monday-Friday Breakfast 700-930 am
Lunch 1100 am-130 pm
Dinner 430-730 pm
Saturday Breakfast 800-930 am
Lunch 1100 am-130 pm
Dinner 430-730 pm
Sunday Brunch 1030 am-130 pm
Dinner 430-730 pm
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here and there the Any-Ten Plan lets you choose 10 of the 21 meals offered each week
The Unlimited Access Plus Any Ten and Plus Any Fifteen plans offer the same benefits as their counterparts with one big difference They add ldquoPaw Pointsrdquo to your TigerStripe Account which can be used the same as cash at any dining facility on campus Check the Dining Services Web site at wwwclemsonedudining for a complete list of places to eat
26
Beds Aloft
Whatrsquos a loft Itrsquos a raised frame built up from the floor to hold a bed Students like them because they provide more floor space for things such as futons and TVs
However using a lofted bed means that you may be sleeping as much as five feet off the floor and thatrsquos a long way down Because of these safety concerns our enthusiasm for lofts is limited Many factors are involved in designing a safe loft and there are significant risks involved in using an improperly designed or constructed loft Conseshyquently we strongly discourage the construction and use of ldquohomemaderdquo lofts But we provide two options as alternatives to building your own loft
First much of the bed furniture that we provide is modular and already designed to be bunkable andor loftable This furniture has been properly enshygineered and built with strength and safety in mind Your RA can show you how it works and provide you with any special connectors needed for lofting or bunking This is definitely the preferred way to go from the standpoint of safety and convenience
Second if you want to rent or purchase a loft we suggest you use one of the services provided by either the University Bookstore or Student Govshyernment To rent lofts from Collegiate Concepts (sponsored by Student Government) visit www loftconceptscom or call 1-888-929-0806 Collegiate Concepts offers a pre-delivery service so the loft can be delivered to your room (unassembled) before you arrive The University Bookstore has literature available on a company called Timbernest or go onshyline to wwwtimbernestcom for more information on their lofts Clemsonrsquos college code for Timbernest is CF74 Details on pricing delivery and pickup are available from each company
However if you still intend to build your own loft we insist that you use specific construction guidelines which are available on our Web site at wwwhousingclemsonedu Printed copies are also available from the University Housing office These are strict construction guidelines mdash and for your safety and the safety of others mdash they are not negoshytiable
Lofts may be used in most traditional resishydence halls Outside lofts (purchased rented or constructed) are NOT allowed in any of the apartshyment areas the Greek Community on the Quad the Clemson House or any of the suite-style buildshyings However all of these areas are furnished with modular furniture that is bunkable andor loftable
Leave ldquoFluffyrdquo at Home
Unless ldquoFluffyrdquo is the name of your fish you canrsquot bring him to live in your room The only pets you may have in the residence halls or apartments are fish (tank size limited to 10 gallons or less) That means no dogs no cats no lizards no snakes no frogs no monkeys no birds Campus life just doesnrsquot suit having a pet Many of your fellow students are allergic to anishymals and most animals carry parasites such as fleas ticks and mites
One of the saddest things on campus is the growing number of stray cats and the wild kittens they produce Some strays are here because softshyhearted students saw the cute little kittens and took them back to their room only to be cited for a rule violation and charged $50 There are also students who abandon their pets at the end of the school year It is sad to see these strays but keep in mind that when you feed them they will start to depend on you for their meals So if you truly love animals donrsquot become a part of the problem
When you see an abandoned animal conshytact a Housing representative Wersquoll try to find it a good home or it will be taken to a local shelter for adoption
Wild Things
Parts of the University are in wooded areas where many woodland creatures make their home Yoursquoll see an occasional squirrel scampershying around and sometimes even catch a glimpse of a skunk or opossum However if an animal beshycomes confrontational stay calm leave quickly and report it to the nearest Housing official
Bugging Out
If yoursquore from a colder climate get ready for a shock If yoursquore from the South yoursquove seen them before bugs We love South Carolinarsquos mild winters but so do the bugs These pests can be aggravating but if we work together we
Fish Tales
can control the problem The University has a contract with a privately owned pest control company Buildings are inspected monthly and treated as needed
You can also help fight these little invaders Be aware of how pests enter your room Someshytimes they come in with items that have been stored outside or in a book bag that was left in the grass with food inside Or they might venture in through opened doors or windows Once inshyside theyrsquoll find food and water and yoursquoll have bugs for roommates These are some additional things you can do
bull Report sightings of pests to the Housing Mainshytenance Office at (864) 656-5450
bull Keep all opened food items sealed in plastic containers
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In a
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27
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ety
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Play It
Safe
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bull Keep all makeup and toiletry containers closed bull Keep your room clean bull Empty your trash can daily bull Work to reduce pest entryways bull Turn in maintenance problems promptly bull Wipe up spills as they occur bull Clean the refrigerator regularly (and in apartshy
ments donrsquot forget the stoves sinks and counter-tops too)
Be a Tiger Conservationist
When you live in University housing we ask you to practice good environmental and consershyvation habits Make efficient use of all resources Conserving water and electricity are two of the most important things you can do to make a positive imshypact such as not letting the water run in the sink while you brush your teeth or shave
Always put trash in its proper place Littering (inside or outside the buildings) is not permitted under any circumstances In short take responsibilshyity for your own actions If you make a mess please clean it up
We also ask you to reduce recycle and reuse materials whenever possible The University has an award-winning recycling program in which all facshyulty staff and students make a difference University Housing also promotes the Lighten Your Load proshygram at the end of the spring semester This program allows students to donate unwanted items to local charities which decreases the number of things they have to take home or store Itrsquos also a worthwhile opportunity to help others
As you spend your time in University buildshyings and around campus look for ways to support sustainable living and get involved in helping to conserve our precious natural resources
On Campus
Clemson is a small friendly community with little violent crime and fewer of the crime and safety problems that plague larger cities However neither the University nor the community is crime free The problems of drug and alcohol abuse acquaintance rape and other crimes affect every campus community
Thatrsquos why Clemson University has a professhysional police force of more than 30 full-time police officers who are graduates of the SC Criminal Justice Academy Theyrsquore more than just ldquocampus security officersrdquo As commissioned officers they have reporting responsibilities to the University the State Law Enforcement Division (SLED) and the court
Even before passage of the ldquoStudent Right to Know and Campus Security Act of 1990rdquo Clemson voluntarily reported its crime statistics to the FBI and has done so since 1980
Clemson also has a staff of student life proshyfessionals who are continually trained in crime prevention building security personal safety counseling victim assistance student discipline and other areas They ensure that the policies procedures and educational programs are in place to educate students about personal safety and to respond quickly and effectively to problems in campus housing and elsewhere
The campus and its physical facilities are maintained with safety in mind In recent years the University has invested heavily in improved lighting emergency telephones and security-conshyscious landscape design and maintenance In other words Clemson University is committed to proshyviding a safe and secure environment for students faculty and staff
The prompt reporting of crimes is encouraged If you have a problem at Clemson we want to know about it And we work hard to make sure ldquothe systemrdquo will be responsive to your needs
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Additional information on security policies is contained in the Student Handbook and in the Campus Safety Report which also contains statistics on crime at the University and in the city of Clemson
A Word About Alcohol
One of the greatest potential problems facing all freshmen is the temptation to ldquoparty hardrdquo We want our students to have fun and enjoy themselves but we take a strong stance against not only the use of ilshylegal drugs but also against underage drinking and the abuse of alcohol by those of any age
The legal drinking age in South Carolina is 21 Consequently the possession or consumption of alcoshyhol in any form by anyone under age 21 is against the law and is therefore prohibited on the Clemson University campus Violations of this law and related University policies are considered very serious offensshyes and the penalties can be significant
We say this to you our new students because we want you to be successful in every way here at Clemson Experience has shown us that many students ignore or trivialize the issue of underage drinking Please donrsquot make that mistake This is a serious issue with serious consequences
Sure you can have fun But use your head Have fun legally and use good judgment That way everyshyone wins
Hall Security and Card Access
University Housing has a perimeter card access system installed in all campus residence halls Perimshyeter card access is a system that allows you to use your student ID card to enter certain exterior doors of the residence halls The system is designed to deny enshytrance into the residence halls by people who do not have permission to enter In order for this system to work we need your help Please donrsquot allow anyone to follow you in a door donrsquot allow anyone to use your ID card and never prop open a door for any reason
Your Personal Safety
We make every effort to maintain a safe campus for all students However there are some things you can do for your own safety
bull Walk in groups of two or more after dark bull Never hesitate to use the CUPDrsquos (Clemson
University Police Departmentrsquos) free Escort Sershyvice Call (864) 656-2222
bull Ride the free Clemson Area Transit (CAT) bus sershyvice
bull Walk in well-lighted well-traveled areas bull Make sure someone knows where you are and when
you expect to return bull Dress for freedom of movement mdash donrsquot wear conshy
fining or uncomfortable clothing bull After dark have your keys ready before you get to
your room apartment or car park in a well-lighted area
bull Always look into the back seat of your car and unshyder your car before getting in Also lock your doors while driving
bull Always lock your roomapartment door at night or while sleeping
bull If you receive annoying or obscene phone calls hang up and report the call to the CUPD
bull Always find out who is on the other side of the door before you open it
bull Take note of where the outdoor campus phones are located
Emergency Telephone Numbers
UniversityPoliceDepartment 911
FireDepartment 911
RedfernHealthCenter 656-2233
Ambulance 911
RapeCrisisHotline 868-7599
CAPS 656-2451
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What You Need to Know About Physical and Sexual Assault
These strategies also have been found to help you avoid or prevent assaults
bull Be on the alert be aware of danger early bull Yell flee kick bull Display outrage rather than fear bull If your life is in danger use passive resistance (vomshy
it urinate tell the attacker you are diseased)
If you are a victim or know a victim of an assault follow these guidelines
bull Call police (911) Get medical attention immedishyately At a health-care facility you will be seen by a physician and you can talk with an assault specialshyist (Your identity will be protected at all times)
bull Report the crime to the CUPD Even if you choose not to press charges you may save another victim from the same fate If you think yoursquore going to press charges do not bathe or destroy any evidence such as clothing
bull Try to get an accurate description of the assailantrsquos appearance what was said or any other information that will assist police
ldquoDate rape drugsrdquo are present on most college campuses and they have been found in Clemson Do not take a drink from an open container or from a
drink not prepared in your presence Never leave a drink unattended Know who you are with Report all suspicious acts or persons to CUPD at (864) 656-2222 (or 911) More information about your safety will be available when you arrive on campus For additional information about staying safe keeping your things safe and getting a list of safety tips visit stuaffclemson educupd
Keeping Your Things Safe
bull Before coming to campus have identification numshybers engraved on your valuable belongings such as laptops bikes stereos etc and register them with the CUPD
bull Examine your parentsrsquo homeowners policy and be sure your personal property is insured
bull Always close and lock your doors and windows whenever you go to bed and whenever you leave your room or apartment even if yoursquore just going away for a few minutes Never loan out your key and report a lost key immediately to your RA If you canrsquot find your key see your RA about a recore (See Key Policy on page 35)
bull Donrsquot keep a lot of cash in your room bull Follow all visitation and escort policies bull Register your property with the Police Department
at stuaffclemsoneducupd
32
Fire Safety
Fire safety in a residence hall or apartment is everyonersquos responsibility Itrsquos important that you not only follow fire safety procedures but report all violashytions or fire hazards to your RA immediately bull Smoke only in designated areas NEVER IN BED bull Turn off electric blankets irons lamps and curling
irons right after use bull Never cover lamps with any material for any reason bull Candles and other open flame devices are not
allowed in residence halls or apartments (not even for decoration)
bull Halogen lamps are not permitted in residence halls or apartments
bull Check the smoke detector in your area weekly Go to your hall or apartment front desk for replacement batteries If you have a fire extinguisher in your area check it too
bull Keep hallways and exit paths clear at all times bull Do not overload circuits by plugging too many applishy
ances into one outlet If two or more appliances with a combined wattage of more than 1500 watts are used you must have an Underwriter Laboratory-apshyproved power strip with a built-in circuit breaker (15 amp or less)
bull Extension cords shall not be used as a substitute for permanent wiring
bull Extension cords must not be used in succession or in conjunction with power strips
bull If you see a fire immediately move to a safe area and call 911 to report the fire
bull If your clothing catches on fire drop to the floor and roll back and forth until the flame is out
bull ALWAYS take fire alarms seriously and leave the building by assigned routes
bull Gas grills may not be used or stored in any residential area (including apartments)
bull All curtains decorations or displays used in windows must be made of flame-resistive materials
bull Do not tamper with or remove any fire detection deshyvice and do not hang anything from a sprinkler head
Thatrsquos theRule Since yoursquore new here you probably have a lot
of questions about living on campus This section will give you a better idea of your rights on campus as well as Clemson Universityrsquos regulations put in place for your safety and well-being Our policies are creshyated to make an atmosphere that helps all students enjoy and benefit from their university experience
Alcohol Policy The Universityrsquos policies on the possession and
consumption of alcohol are the same as the municipal ordinances and state and federal laws For students of legal drinking age the University does not restrict the possesshysion or consumption of alcohol in your private residence (your room or apartment) except in certain residence halls designated as alcohol-free However in public areas outside of your residence you may not have an open container of an alcoholic beverage of any kind Public areas include residence hall lobbies utilitystudy rooms hallways and areas immediately outside residence halls and apartments Possession consumption or display of alcohol or alcohol containers is not permitted in any area designated as alshycohol-free A number of residence halls are designated as totally alcohol-free These include Johnstone Main and
Annex Benet Young Geer Sanders Byrnes Lever Manning Smith Barnett Mauldin and Holmes For deshytailed information concerning the consumption of alcohol in University housing contact your RD or area housing office Also refer to your Student Handbook
Asbestos Some areas of University housing have asbestos-conshy
taining materials present A licensed asbestos abatement team manages these materials Students especially those erecting and using lofts should use caution and not disturb any sprayed-on ceiling materials Any questions concernshying the asbestos materials locations and hazards should be referred to the Housing Facilities Office or the Asbestos Abatement Program director at (864) 656-4930 for further clarification
Banners and Signs Hanging banners on residence halls is a good way
to campaign for office announce an event or show your school spirit But before displaying your sign check with your RA or RD to find out where signs may be displayed If you put up a banner yoursquore responsible for taking it down no later than 24 hours after itrsquos ldquoold newsrdquo Be sure all the tape remains are removed too
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bull Keep all outside doors locked Propping outside doors for easy re-entry makes the entire building less secure and is considered a very serious violashytion of policy
bull Keep your room door locked bull Report all suspicious activities and individuals to
the desk staff night security officers and the poshylice
bull Always lock your car and never leave valuables in your car
bull Register your bicycle with the campus police and always lock it securely through the wheels and frame
bull Park your car in the designated lots if you leave it on campus during breaks
Visit stuaffclemsoneducupd for additional inforshymation
34
Candles Incense Fireworks Firearms Inflammables and Explosives
Due to concerns for fire safety and personal safety having or using any items that might be classified under these headshyings is strictly forbidden in University housing Violations of this policy could result in suspension from the University eviction from University housing andor separation from the University
Clearance Cards This term refers to the large card also called a ldquoRoom
Property Certificaterdquo that each resident is required to review and sign during the first 24 hours after moving into University housing The card has a space for you to report any missing or damaged property in your room or apartment Itrsquos very important that you check the card carefully and return it to your RA If you donrsquot at the end of the year you could be held responsible for anything wrong with your room or apartment regardless of its condition when you moved in
Cooking Housing has restrictions against cooking in residence hall
rooms (not apartments) for a couple of reasons 1) Fire safety 2) Sanitation Anything you can prepare in a thermostatically conshy
trolled percolator or a hot-air popcorn popper is legal You may also use the combination microwaverefrigerator-freezer (Microfridge) available for rent from Student Government Any other type of cooking equipment must be stored and used in your residence hall kitchen not in your room Violations of this policy will result in a $50 charge Gas grills may not be used or stored in any residence hall or apartment area
Damages Communal Property Your contract explains that when hallways bathrooms
elevators and other public areas in a residence facility receive undue abuse we expect the assistance of the residents of that area in finding the person(s) responsible When the person(s) cannot be identified all residents will be required to pay a proshyrated share of repairing such damages
Damages Rooms or Apartments As your University Housing Contract explains yoursquore
responsible for any damages that happen in your room or apartment while you live here If damages are accidental you must still pay repair costs When damages are the result of vandalism the person(s) responsible must not only pay for reshypairs but may also face disciplinary proceedings
Drugs All University officials including Housing officials will
assist and cooperate with law enforcement personnel as they
perform their duties in controlling the possession and use of illegal substances on campus Students convicted of violations of state or federal laws are subject to further disciplinary action by the University
Fire Safety On-campus residents can help keep their homes and their
neighbors safe from fire by following all Housing regulations concerning candles fireworks explosives halogen lamps the use of electrical equipment and general safety standards Any student who willfully compromises the safety of fellow residents by tampering with fire safety equipment or sounding false alarms will be subject to criminal prosecution eviction from University housing andor separation from the Univershysity Students who fail to evacuate when an alarm sounds are also subject to disciplinary action
Furniture Removal Every piece of furniture in your room or apartment at the
time you move in must stay in the roomapartment for the entire time you live there You may not remove store or trade furnishings There is an automatic $50 charge for violating this policy
Guns See ldquoCandles Incense Fireworks etcrdquo
Harassment It is the policy of Clemson University to conduct and
provide programs activities and services to students faculty and staff in an atmosphere free from racial or sexual harassshyment Harassment is any behavior that would verbally or physically threaten torment badger heckle or persecute an individual because of hisher race or gender Harassment of University faculty staff students or visitors is prohibited and shall subject the offender to appropriate disciplinary action Students who feel that they have been subjected to racial or sexual harassment should seek advice from the Office of Human Resources
Housing Contract You are required to sign a University Housing Contract
each year when you reserve a room or apartment and itrsquos important that you read your copy carefully Be sure you unshyderstand that the contract is binding for an entire academic year You canrsquot move off campus after first semester unless you meet very specific conditions outlined in the contract If yoursquore thinking about moving off campus talk with someone in University Housing before you make your plans
Incident Reports Residentapartment assistants and resident directors are
charged with the responsibility of confronting and working with students who break University or Housing policies Such violations are documented through incident reports which are completed and submitted by RAs and RDs Once a student violates a policy and an incident report is completed a Housing administrator deshycides how the infraction is to be handled Violations of policy may be dealt with administratively or through the Office of Student Conduct
Key Policy When you first report to your room or apartment yoursquoll be
issued one key free of charge If you lose your key and need a temshyporary replacement you may check one out from the desk for your area If you donrsquot find your lost key within 24 hours your lock must be changed and new keys cut The resulting cost is $50 When you check out of University housing your key must be returned or rekeying will be necessary and you will be charged for the service
Ledges Roofs Attics and Equipment Rooms The University Housing Contract expressly describes
these areas as ldquooff-limitsrdquo In the interest of your personal safety we expect your cooperation in this matter
Lofts Lofts may be used in most traditional residence hall
rooms See page 26 for more details on lofts Lofting is NOT permitted in Holmes McCabe or the Stadium Resishydence halls the Clemson House the Greek Community on the Quad or any of the apartment areas
Lounges Many residence hall lounges are open for use by all
residents on an unlimited basis Others however may be reserved for private gatherings of residents or student orshyganizations through the appropriate area office
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11
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3
7
8 9
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CP-3
P-4
E-3
E-10
E-5
E-14
E-7
E-4
E-6
E-8E-9
E-11
E-12
E-16
E-32E-15
R-2 R-3C-12C-5C-4
C-9C-7
C-6
C-10C-3C-13
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Quiet Hours Quiet hours are in effect 24 hours a day Strict quiet hours
are in effect from 700 pm until 800 am meaning there should be no disturbing noise in the residence halls and apartshyments At least one week before final exams and through the examination period strict quiet hours are to be observed 24 hours a day
Roofs See ldquoLedges Roofs Attics etcrdquo
Room and Apartment Changes
Employee (Green Permit) Restricted as Posted Commuting Student (Orange Permit) and Employee Resident Student (Blue Permit)No room or apartment changes may be made unless a
formal request has been submitted to the Housing office and approval has been received Performing an illegal room change
Parking Designations
Apartment (Purple Permit) Clemson House Resident Student (Purple Permit)
carries an automatic charge of $50 Questions about changes may be directed at any time to the assistant director of housshying administrative services-assignments at 200 Mell Hall Call (864) 656-2295 to make an appointment
Sales and Solicitation To protect your right to privacy in your residence hall
room or apartment the University has strict guidelines on fund-raisers promotions or sales on campus All solicitation must be approved by the Office of Programs and Activities so be sure to contact this office at (864) 656-4636 or 656-4357 if you have a sale or fund-raiser in mind Also if your right to privacy in your hall or apartment is ever violated by a door-toshydoor canvasser please report it immediately to the RA or RD for your area
Showers Members of the opposite sex are not allowed to use the
shower facilities of the residence halls that are served by comshymunal bathrooms
Smoke-free Halls All residence halls are designated as totally smoke-free
areas Apartment areas are self-regulated in regard to smoking
Visitation Members of the opposite sex are allowed in rooms and
apartments every day based upon the visitation for that area All residence halls with communal baths have a Standard Visshyitation plan 1000-200 am every day Areas with private or suite baths have a Self-Regulated plan that allows occupants to set visitation hours by mutual agreement at the beginning of each year or whenever occupancy changes
Window TreatmentsDisplays All curtains decorations or displays used in windows must
be made of flame-resistive materials
Emergency Call Station
C-11
C-2 E-2
R-1
19 E-20
R-4 E-1
21
15
A 20 E-13 22
14A 16
C-1 12 P-2
17 13
P-1 18
BB
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Employee (Green Permit)Restricted as PostedCommuting Student (Orange Permit) and EmployeeResident Student (Blue Permit)Apartment (Purple Permit)Clemson House Resident Student (Purple Permit)Emergency Call Station
Parking Designations
P-1
P-2
E-2
E-1
E-10
E-13
E-20
R-1
R-4
C-1
C-2
A
B
Campus Map
E-8 E-9 P-4
C-11 C-4 C-5 E-7C C-12 R-2 R-3
P-3
E-3 C-13 C-3 C-10
C-7 C-9
E-4
E-16 C-6 DE-14
E-15 E-32
E-5
E-12
E-6
E-11
1 Johnstone A and A Annex
The Suites 2 McCabe 3 Holmes 4 Stadium Residence Hall
The Shoeboxes 5 Geer 6 Sanders 7 Benet 8 Young 9 Cope
10 Clemson House
Bryan Mall 11 Mauldin 12 Barnett 13 Smith 14 Manning 15 Lever 16 Byrnes
The Apartments 17 Calhoun Courts 18 Thornhill Village 19 Lightsey Bridge I 20 Lightsey Bridge II
Clemsonrsquos Greek Community on the Quad 21 Bowen 22 Bradley 23 Donaldson 24 Wannamaker 25 Norris 26 Simpson North 27 Simpson South
28 Hendrix Student Center
Dining Halls 29 Schilletter 30 Harcombe 31 Clemson House
Coming to
Campus Get
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ere
37
Campus Entry A
From Anderson on Highway 76 Pass the SC National Guard (on right) at stopshylight turn left onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) From EasleyGreenville on Highway 123 Turn left onto Highway 76 at the Ramada Inn Go under Highway 93 (do not exit) at stoplight turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road the next road to the right) From Central on Highway 93 Exit onto Highway 76 toward Anderson Stay right at stoplight turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road)
Campus Entry B
From Anderson on Highway 76 Exit onto Highway 93 Clemson University Exit From EasleyGreenville on Highway 123 Exit onto Highway 93 at Clemson University Exit From Seneca on Highway 123 Follow Highway 123 Turn right on Highway 76 Turn right onto Highway 93 at Clemson University Exit From Central on Highway 93 Go straight onto camshypus
Campus Entry C
From Seneca on Highway 123 Bear right onto Highway 93 to Clemson University Go across bridge turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road)
Campus Entry D
From Seneca on Highway 123 Bear right onto Highway 93 to Clemson University Go across bridge pass Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) turn right at next stoplight onto Williamson Road
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Bryan Mall Byrnes Manning Lever Smith Barnett and Mauldin Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station turn right at Cherry Road Turn left into Bryan Mall at stop sign If parking is full you may park in the green spaces along Cherry Road
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass football stadium and Strom Thurmond Institute turn left onto Cherry Road Enter Bryan Mall by turning left at stop sign If parking is full you may park in the green spaces along Cherry Road Pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
The Stadium Residence Hall and the Shoeboxes Cope Benet Young Geer and Sanders Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station go through traffic signal at Cherry Road pass Strom Thurmond Institute and turn right onto Williamson Road Follow Williamson Road to stop sign Continue straight after stop sign turn right on South Palmetto Boulevard and imshymediately turn left into Sirrine parking lot or go straight on Williamson Road until Fort Hill Street turn right and park behind Geer or Sanders halls
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Go past the football stadium (on your left) and turn left onto Williamson Road You can then either turn right onto South Palmetto Boulevard and immediately left into the Sirrine parking lot or you can take a chance on finding a slot in the loading docks behind the halls by continushying on Williamson Road and turning right onto Fort Hill Street Pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
Johnstone Hall Sections A and A Annex
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to the second stoplight veer left toward Tillman Hall You will approach Tillman Hall You can either park on the street near Tillman or behind Tillman You may pick up your key in the University Union loggia
Holmes and McCabe Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to the second stoplight veer left toward Tillman Hall turn left at Calhoun Drive and turn right at Fort Hill Street
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry D Turn right onto Williamson Road and left onto Fort Hill Street Park in any available space and pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
Lightsey Bridge
From Anderson EasleyGreenville and Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station turn right onto Lightsey Bridge Road
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass football stadium Strom Thurmond Institute Cherry Road and Resident Parking Lot turn left onto Lightsey Bridge Road Report to desk at Lightsey Bridge Commons Building to check in and pick up your key
Thornhill Village
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Turn at the first left onto Newman Road Park near assigned apartment report to Thornhill Village Commons Building to check in and pick up key Residents may leave cars parked in adjashycent resident spaces after unloading
Calhoun Courts
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Turn at first left onto Newman Road Go through Thornhill Village turn right onto Morrison Street Park and walk to Calhoun Courts Commons Building to check in and get your key You may then move your car to the street near your apartshyment to unload
Clemson House
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to first stoplight turn right onto North Palmetto Boushylevard You can follow that road to the front of Clemson House or turn right immediately on Lee Street and turn left on Daniel Drive Pick up your key at the front desk You may park in any marked space to unload
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Call UsBarnett Hall Lightsey Bridge I Apartments Desk 656-2130 Desk 656-1150 RD Office 858-4230 RD Office
Benet Hall Lightsey Bridge II Apartments Desk 656-2349 Desk 656-1150 RD Office 858-8614 RD Office
Byrnes Hall Manning Hall Desk 656-2140 Desk 656-2311 RD Office 656-0420 RD Office
Calhoun Courts Apartments Mauldin Hall Desk 656-2341 Desk 656-2130 RD Office 656-0421 RD Office
Clemson House McCabe Hall Desk 656-2075 Desk 656-1767 RD Office 656-1841 RD Office
Cope Hall Sanders Hall Desk 656-4800 Desk 656-2403 RD Office 858-8434 RD Office
Greek Community on the Quad Smith Hall Desk 656-0528 Desk 656-2130
RD Office 656-7578 RD Office
Geer Hall Stadium Residence Hall
Desk 656-2404 Desk 656-4800
RD Office 858-8614 RD Office
Holmes Hall Thornhill Village Apartments
Desk 656-1767 Desk 656-1257
RD Office 656-4386 RD Office
Johnstone A Young Hall
Desk 656-2366 Desk 656-2410
RD Office 858-8822 RD Office
Lever Hall Desk 656-7325 RD Office 656-0419
656-0422
656-0422
656-0670
656-5441
858-8448
858-8861
858-4230
656-4817
656-1258
858-8861
Additional University Phone Numbers Admissions 656-2287 Bookstore 656-2050 Bursarrsquos Office 656-2321 Career Center 656-6000 Computer Center Help Desk 656-3494 Counseling and Psychological
Services 656-2451 Fike Recreation Center 656-2315 Financial Aid 656-2280 Graduate Admissions 656-3195 Honors College 656-4762 ID Services 656-0763 International Programs
and Services 656-3614 Library 656-3027 Maintenance and Custodial 656-5450 Parking Services 656-2270 Pest Control 656-5450 Post Office 656-2351 Registrar 656-2171 ResCom Support 656-5441 Student Disability Services 656-6848 Student Government 656-2195 Telecommunications 656-2600 Visitors Center 656-4789
Main Housing Office (864) 656-2295 FAX (864) 656-7615
Additional information is available at our Web site wwwhousingclemsonedu
Equal Opportunity in Programs and Activities Federal laws prohibit discrimination under programs and activshy
ities receiving federal financial assistance The statutes listed below are applicable to Clemson University and provide in part
Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 ldquoNo person in the United States shall on the ground of race
color or national origin be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 ldquoNo person in the United States shall on the basis of sex be
excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subshyjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ldquoNo otherwise qualified disabled individual in the United
States shall solely by reason of their disability be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Clemson University Statement Regarding Nondiscrimination
Clemson University does not discriminate against any indishyvidual or group of individuals on the basis of age color disability gender national origin race religion sexual orientation or vetershy
anrsquos status
Clemson University conducts its programs and activities involving admission and treatment of students employment teachshying research and public service in a nondiscriminatory manner as prescribed by federal law and regulation
Inquiries concerning the above may be addressed to President Clemson University Clemson South Carolina 29634 or Director Office for Civil Rights Department of Education Washington DC 20201
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HomeDonrsquot Leave Without It
Herersquos a checklist of things to consider bringing for your room or apartmenthellip
Alarm clock Bathrobe Blankets Book bagbackpack Can opener Cleaning supplies Coffee pothot pot Desk lamp (not halogen) Electrical surge protector Fan First-aid supplies Flashlight Hairdryer Hot-air popcorn popper Iron Ironing board Lap desk Laundry supplies (detergent laundry basket hangers)
University Housing 200 Mell Hall Box 344075 Clemson SC 29634-4075 (864) 656-2295 FAX (864) 656-7615
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Laptop Mattress cover (extra-long for a twin bed) Pillows Plastic storage containers Radio Raincoat Room decorations (no candles or incense) School supplies Sheets (extra-long for twin bed) Shower caddy Telephone Television with cable cord Toiletries Towels Trash can Umbrella Vacuum cleaner
Required
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Service
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Think About It
There are lots of things you should discuss with your roommate as soon as you get settled in For example
bull Do you expect the room to be more of a social space where friends can hang out or more of a study space where you can concenshytrate on class work
bull Are you a night owl or an early bird How late may guests stay
bull How do you want to handle visits by boyshyfriendsgirlfriends
bull Will you be around on the weekends What are your expectations about those times
Of course therersquos more you need to talk about but you get the idea Talk about your concerns before they become issues
The Clemson campus ldquocommunityrdquo has most of the things you need for day-to-day living right on campus If you donrsquot see the sershyvice you need listed below your RA can point you in the right direction
Got Cash
Carolina First Wachovia BBampT and Bank of America all have 24-hour automated teller machines adjacent to the Dillard Buildshying (near the HolmesMcCabe area and the Shoeboxes) Bank of America and the State Credit Union have ATMs behind Byrnes Hall Wachovia has one in the Hendrix Center and First Citizens has one in the University Union loggia If your home bank has VISAMaster-Card Cirrus AFFN Honor or Plus System bank cards you can access funds from home
and your parents can make direct deposits into your account Dollar-bill change machines are located in the Dillard Building and are in most of the residence halls and apartments In adshydition Carolina First Bank has a full-service branch on the lower level of the Hendrix Center
TigerStripe Accounts
The TigerStripe Account program lets you deposit money into an account and use the Tiger 1 Card as a prepaid debit card on or off campus You can use it at the Bookstore the laundry and the dining facilities You can even buy your concert tickets with it In fact there are over 300 locations on and off campus that accept the Tiger 1 Card Visit wwwtiger1 clemsonedu for more details about the benefits offered by your Tiger 1 Card
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Getting Hungry
When your appetite takes over yoursquoll find several spots on campus to tame your hunger The Canteen and Loggia Latte in the University Union and the Fernow Street Cafeacute located beshytween Riggs and Freeman halls are convenient places to go for a quick meal Paw Mart in the University Union is also a handy refreshment stop for snacks and drinks Therersquos also Chilirsquos Too loshycated next to the Harcombe Dining Hall And be sure to check out the food court in the Hendrix Center and the Java City coffee shop in the Cooper Library Cornershop in the Hendrix Censhyter is another stop for a tasty snack Schilletter Dining Hall is behind the Hendrix Center and the Clemson House Dining Hall is across from Bowman Field Snack amp Stax in Cooper Library features convenience store items a selection of beverages and a variety of snacks If yoursquore lookshying for a special place to dine with friends donrsquot forget about Seasons by the Lake at the Madren Center
The Center of Attention
The Hendrix Student Center has lots of atshytractions for busy active students and itrsquos a great place to meet and mingle The center is named for Clemson alumnus and life member of the Board of Trustees Leon J Hendrix and is located on East Campus next to Schilletter Dining Hall near the residence halls and apartments
The center includes a student lounge meetshying rooms and a five-vendor food court You can also take in a movie in the 154-seat theater and two ballrooms accommodate functions for stushydent organizations and conferences The Hendrix Center is also the home to the University Teleshycommunications office the University Bookstore the Student Union administrative offices the Harvey and Lucinda Gantt Intercultural Center and the Michelinreg Career Center as well as a full-service branch of Carolina First Bank
Check It Out
Cooper Library has become one of the most popular places for students on campus Not only can you find books articles DVDs and more
you can get research help at the Reference Desk Then you can take your laptop and meet with your study group on the balcony while you enjoy a latte from Java City The library also has scanners a fax machine photocopiers and private group study rooms
Cooper Library is open 24 hours a day from Sunday at 1000 am until Friday at midnight Saturday hours are 1000 am to midnight For more information go to wwwlibclemsonedu or call (864) 656-1557
Getting Around
With Clemsonrsquos mild climate biking is a popular means of transportation Bike racks are located outside the residence halls Yoursquoll need a lock to secure your bike to the racks and it should be registered with the Clemson University Police Department (CUPD) Bikes may be kept inside only if they are in your individual room or apartshyment Mopeds may be parked in outdoor bicycle racks but may not be brought inside
Cars motorcycles mopeds and motor scootshyers must have a parking permit which is available from Parking Services and they must be parked in appropriately marked spaces If yoursquore bringing a vehicle to campus donrsquot forget to apply for a parking permit
Remember mopeds may not be brought inside any building and riding is prohibited on sidewalks All walkways are also off limits to skateboards bicycles rollerblades skates or similar items
Come on and Take a Free Ride
The city of Clemson provides a free shuttle bus service on and off campus called CAT (Clemson Area Transit) CAT is the largest fare-free public transit system in the nation In 2000 and 2005 it was selected as the ldquoBest Transit Systemrdquo in the state by the SC Department of Transportation Each CAT bus is equipped with a bike rack in case you need to temporarily switch gears (and vehicles)
CAT Bus Hours
Monday-Friday 622-300 am Saturday 800 pm-300 am Sunday 500 pm-300 am
Call (864) 654-CATS (2287) for more inshyformation and a system map The CAT office is located at 1200 Tiger Boulevard Suite 2
Yoursquove Got Mail
Each student will need to rent a post office box at the University Post Office located in the University Union You can sign up for a post office box online when you pay your fees The University will send you an email with your asshysigned box number and other information Post office boxes are rented from August to August In the summer mail is forwarded to your home address If you have questions please call (864) 656-2351 or email studpoclemsonedu
Laundry Day
Washers and dryers are provided on the ground level of each residence hall in Bryan Mall Calhoun Courts Commons Lightsey Bridge Comshymons and Thornhill Village Commons also have laundry facilities Clemson House has washers and dryers available in the basement Students who live on West Campus use the washers and dryers in the Dillard Building in the basement of
Holmes Hall and on the first floor of Stadium Resshyidence Hall Washers and dryers are also available in all the residence halls in the Greek Community on the Quad Donrsquot forget to bring your own iron and ironing board
The Healthy Way
Not feeling well Take a trip to Redfern Health Center Redfern consists of three divisions Medical Services Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) and Health EducationAlcohol and Drug Education All students who take seven or more credit hours during the fall and spring semesters are required to pay a health fee of $125 per semester If you register for three or more credit hours during each summer session you must pay a health fee of $45 per summer session The health fee provides for the professional services of the physicians psychologists and nurse pracshytitioners and for reduced costs of lab X-ray and pharmacy services The health fee also provides a secondary urgent-care insurance benefit that pays up to $500 per incident for expenses incurred in the treatment of urgent problems that arise when Redfern Health Center is closed
Primary health-care services are available Monday-Friday 800 am-500 pm You can be seen throughout the day by appointment at (864)
656-1541 The Nurses Clinic is available if you donrsquot have an appointment At this clinic yoursquoll be assessed by a nurse and receive care After hours if you have questions about your health-care needs you can call the Nursewise Line at 1-888-525-1333
Emergency transportation is provided by the Clemson University ambulance which is staffed with licensed EMTs 24 hours a day seven days a week After-hours health-care providers available (at your expense) include Anderson Area Medical Center Clemson Health Center (a private urgent health-care facility) Palmetto Baptist Medical Center Greenville Memorial Medical Center and Oconee Memorial Hospital
You already know that college is a big step in your life If yoursquore having trouble adjusting once you get here help is only a phone call away Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) provides mental health services for various issues including depression anxiety stress management anger management relationship violence sexual assault and addictions
Depending on the concern you may be seen in a group as a couple or individually Numerous groups are offered throughout the semester to help you learn specific skills such as stress management and assertiveness Other groups allow for pershysonal growth and integration A multidisciplinary approach to the treatment of eating disorders provides integration of medical nutritional and psychological services The LifeStyles program is a specialized approach to assist students with substance misuseabuse concerns After an evalushyation students are placed in psychoeducational groups and may receive group or individual counshyseling Each semester on a first-come first-served basis CAPS conducts a limited number of psyshychological evaluations for learning disabilities and attention disorders An on-site psychiatrist evalushyates and monitors studentsrsquo medication regimens as needed All services are confidential
For CAPS services call (864) 656-2451 for an appointment CAPS also offers a walk-in clinic from 1000 am to 230 pm where you can see a counselor on a first-come first-served basis for brief evaluation or emergency intervention Mental health crisis assistance and consultation are available 24 hours a day After hours and on weekends you can reach the on-call counselor by dialing the University police at (864) 656-2222 Most services are free to students some require a reduced fee Students who pay the health fee may receive 10 individual sessions per semester at no charge There is no limit for group sessions There are charges for LifeStyles psychiatric services and psychometric testing and this is discussed before services are rendered All services are provided by licensed psychologists licensed professional counshyselors certified addiction counselors predoctoral psychology interns or masterrsquos counseling interns
The Health Education area is committed to promoting healthy lifestyles and reducing high-risk behaviors The Alcohol and Drug Education area provides programming referrals counseling and instruction on University policies and personshyal issues associated with alcohol and drug use
Student Disability Services
Student Disability Services coordinates the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities in compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 All reasonable accommodations are individualized flexible and confidential based on the nature of the disability and the academic environment Students must provide documentation of the disability and request needed accommodations Variations in housing arrangements for student with disabilities must be coordinated through the Student Disabilshyity Office For information visit room G20 Redfern Health Center or call (864) 656-6848
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24
Food for Thought
Meal Plans
Busy students need lots of ldquofuelrdquo Thatrsquos why Clemson offers six meal options to satisfy difshyferent eating habits Unlimited Access allows you to go to the dining halls as often as you like anytime theyrsquore open If you want anything from three meals a day to unlimited snacking this is the plan for you On the Any-Fifteen Plan you can choose 15 of the 21 meals offered each week If you have a hectic schedule or like to grab a bite
Dining Halls
All meal plans can be used in Harcombe Food Court Schilletter Dining Hall or Clemson House Harcombe and Schilletter serve all day so no matter what your schedule yoursquoll find food when you find the time
Harcombe
Monday-Friday Harcombe is closed on weekends
Breakfast 700-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-800 pm (Mon-Thurs)425-700 pm (Fri)
Schilletter
Monday-Friday Breakfast 700-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-800 pm (Sun-Thurs)425-700 pm (Fri-Sat)
Cookie Break 930-1030 pm (Mon-Thurs)
Saturday Breakfast 800-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-700 pm
Sunday Breakfast 800-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-800 pm
Cookie Break 930-1030 pm
Clemson House
If yoursquore looking for more of a restaurant atshymosphere try the Clemson House There are four ways you can choose to pay for your meal You may use your meal plan as a cash equivalency to purchase a-la-carte meals (Unlimited Access used once per meal period and only for the ldquostudent specialrdquo entree at the Clemson House) you may select the student special on your meal plan you may pay in cash or you may use the Tiger 1 Card
Monday-Friday Breakfast 700-930 am
Lunch 1100 am-130 pm
Dinner 430-730 pm
Saturday Breakfast 800-930 am
Lunch 1100 am-130 pm
Dinner 430-730 pm
Sunday Brunch 1030 am-130 pm
Dinner 430-730 pm
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here and there the Any-Ten Plan lets you choose 10 of the 21 meals offered each week
The Unlimited Access Plus Any Ten and Plus Any Fifteen plans offer the same benefits as their counterparts with one big difference They add ldquoPaw Pointsrdquo to your TigerStripe Account which can be used the same as cash at any dining facility on campus Check the Dining Services Web site at wwwclemsonedudining for a complete list of places to eat
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Beds Aloft
Whatrsquos a loft Itrsquos a raised frame built up from the floor to hold a bed Students like them because they provide more floor space for things such as futons and TVs
However using a lofted bed means that you may be sleeping as much as five feet off the floor and thatrsquos a long way down Because of these safety concerns our enthusiasm for lofts is limited Many factors are involved in designing a safe loft and there are significant risks involved in using an improperly designed or constructed loft Conseshyquently we strongly discourage the construction and use of ldquohomemaderdquo lofts But we provide two options as alternatives to building your own loft
First much of the bed furniture that we provide is modular and already designed to be bunkable andor loftable This furniture has been properly enshygineered and built with strength and safety in mind Your RA can show you how it works and provide you with any special connectors needed for lofting or bunking This is definitely the preferred way to go from the standpoint of safety and convenience
Second if you want to rent or purchase a loft we suggest you use one of the services provided by either the University Bookstore or Student Govshyernment To rent lofts from Collegiate Concepts (sponsored by Student Government) visit www loftconceptscom or call 1-888-929-0806 Collegiate Concepts offers a pre-delivery service so the loft can be delivered to your room (unassembled) before you arrive The University Bookstore has literature available on a company called Timbernest or go onshyline to wwwtimbernestcom for more information on their lofts Clemsonrsquos college code for Timbernest is CF74 Details on pricing delivery and pickup are available from each company
However if you still intend to build your own loft we insist that you use specific construction guidelines which are available on our Web site at wwwhousingclemsonedu Printed copies are also available from the University Housing office These are strict construction guidelines mdash and for your safety and the safety of others mdash they are not negoshytiable
Lofts may be used in most traditional resishydence halls Outside lofts (purchased rented or constructed) are NOT allowed in any of the apartshyment areas the Greek Community on the Quad the Clemson House or any of the suite-style buildshyings However all of these areas are furnished with modular furniture that is bunkable andor loftable
Leave ldquoFluffyrdquo at Home
Unless ldquoFluffyrdquo is the name of your fish you canrsquot bring him to live in your room The only pets you may have in the residence halls or apartments are fish (tank size limited to 10 gallons or less) That means no dogs no cats no lizards no snakes no frogs no monkeys no birds Campus life just doesnrsquot suit having a pet Many of your fellow students are allergic to anishymals and most animals carry parasites such as fleas ticks and mites
One of the saddest things on campus is the growing number of stray cats and the wild kittens they produce Some strays are here because softshyhearted students saw the cute little kittens and took them back to their room only to be cited for a rule violation and charged $50 There are also students who abandon their pets at the end of the school year It is sad to see these strays but keep in mind that when you feed them they will start to depend on you for their meals So if you truly love animals donrsquot become a part of the problem
When you see an abandoned animal conshytact a Housing representative Wersquoll try to find it a good home or it will be taken to a local shelter for adoption
Wild Things
Parts of the University are in wooded areas where many woodland creatures make their home Yoursquoll see an occasional squirrel scampershying around and sometimes even catch a glimpse of a skunk or opossum However if an animal beshycomes confrontational stay calm leave quickly and report it to the nearest Housing official
Bugging Out
If yoursquore from a colder climate get ready for a shock If yoursquore from the South yoursquove seen them before bugs We love South Carolinarsquos mild winters but so do the bugs These pests can be aggravating but if we work together we
Fish Tales
can control the problem The University has a contract with a privately owned pest control company Buildings are inspected monthly and treated as needed
You can also help fight these little invaders Be aware of how pests enter your room Someshytimes they come in with items that have been stored outside or in a book bag that was left in the grass with food inside Or they might venture in through opened doors or windows Once inshyside theyrsquoll find food and water and yoursquoll have bugs for roommates These are some additional things you can do
bull Report sightings of pests to the Housing Mainshytenance Office at (864) 656-5450
bull Keep all opened food items sealed in plastic containers
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27
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ety
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Play It
Safe
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bull Keep all makeup and toiletry containers closed bull Keep your room clean bull Empty your trash can daily bull Work to reduce pest entryways bull Turn in maintenance problems promptly bull Wipe up spills as they occur bull Clean the refrigerator regularly (and in apartshy
ments donrsquot forget the stoves sinks and counter-tops too)
Be a Tiger Conservationist
When you live in University housing we ask you to practice good environmental and consershyvation habits Make efficient use of all resources Conserving water and electricity are two of the most important things you can do to make a positive imshypact such as not letting the water run in the sink while you brush your teeth or shave
Always put trash in its proper place Littering (inside or outside the buildings) is not permitted under any circumstances In short take responsibilshyity for your own actions If you make a mess please clean it up
We also ask you to reduce recycle and reuse materials whenever possible The University has an award-winning recycling program in which all facshyulty staff and students make a difference University Housing also promotes the Lighten Your Load proshygram at the end of the spring semester This program allows students to donate unwanted items to local charities which decreases the number of things they have to take home or store Itrsquos also a worthwhile opportunity to help others
As you spend your time in University buildshyings and around campus look for ways to support sustainable living and get involved in helping to conserve our precious natural resources
On Campus
Clemson is a small friendly community with little violent crime and fewer of the crime and safety problems that plague larger cities However neither the University nor the community is crime free The problems of drug and alcohol abuse acquaintance rape and other crimes affect every campus community
Thatrsquos why Clemson University has a professhysional police force of more than 30 full-time police officers who are graduates of the SC Criminal Justice Academy Theyrsquore more than just ldquocampus security officersrdquo As commissioned officers they have reporting responsibilities to the University the State Law Enforcement Division (SLED) and the court
Even before passage of the ldquoStudent Right to Know and Campus Security Act of 1990rdquo Clemson voluntarily reported its crime statistics to the FBI and has done so since 1980
Clemson also has a staff of student life proshyfessionals who are continually trained in crime prevention building security personal safety counseling victim assistance student discipline and other areas They ensure that the policies procedures and educational programs are in place to educate students about personal safety and to respond quickly and effectively to problems in campus housing and elsewhere
The campus and its physical facilities are maintained with safety in mind In recent years the University has invested heavily in improved lighting emergency telephones and security-conshyscious landscape design and maintenance In other words Clemson University is committed to proshyviding a safe and secure environment for students faculty and staff
The prompt reporting of crimes is encouraged If you have a problem at Clemson we want to know about it And we work hard to make sure ldquothe systemrdquo will be responsive to your needs
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Additional information on security policies is contained in the Student Handbook and in the Campus Safety Report which also contains statistics on crime at the University and in the city of Clemson
A Word About Alcohol
One of the greatest potential problems facing all freshmen is the temptation to ldquoparty hardrdquo We want our students to have fun and enjoy themselves but we take a strong stance against not only the use of ilshylegal drugs but also against underage drinking and the abuse of alcohol by those of any age
The legal drinking age in South Carolina is 21 Consequently the possession or consumption of alcoshyhol in any form by anyone under age 21 is against the law and is therefore prohibited on the Clemson University campus Violations of this law and related University policies are considered very serious offensshyes and the penalties can be significant
We say this to you our new students because we want you to be successful in every way here at Clemson Experience has shown us that many students ignore or trivialize the issue of underage drinking Please donrsquot make that mistake This is a serious issue with serious consequences
Sure you can have fun But use your head Have fun legally and use good judgment That way everyshyone wins
Hall Security and Card Access
University Housing has a perimeter card access system installed in all campus residence halls Perimshyeter card access is a system that allows you to use your student ID card to enter certain exterior doors of the residence halls The system is designed to deny enshytrance into the residence halls by people who do not have permission to enter In order for this system to work we need your help Please donrsquot allow anyone to follow you in a door donrsquot allow anyone to use your ID card and never prop open a door for any reason
Your Personal Safety
We make every effort to maintain a safe campus for all students However there are some things you can do for your own safety
bull Walk in groups of two or more after dark bull Never hesitate to use the CUPDrsquos (Clemson
University Police Departmentrsquos) free Escort Sershyvice Call (864) 656-2222
bull Ride the free Clemson Area Transit (CAT) bus sershyvice
bull Walk in well-lighted well-traveled areas bull Make sure someone knows where you are and when
you expect to return bull Dress for freedom of movement mdash donrsquot wear conshy
fining or uncomfortable clothing bull After dark have your keys ready before you get to
your room apartment or car park in a well-lighted area
bull Always look into the back seat of your car and unshyder your car before getting in Also lock your doors while driving
bull Always lock your roomapartment door at night or while sleeping
bull If you receive annoying or obscene phone calls hang up and report the call to the CUPD
bull Always find out who is on the other side of the door before you open it
bull Take note of where the outdoor campus phones are located
Emergency Telephone Numbers
UniversityPoliceDepartment 911
FireDepartment 911
RedfernHealthCenter 656-2233
Ambulance 911
RapeCrisisHotline 868-7599
CAPS 656-2451
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What You Need to Know About Physical and Sexual Assault
These strategies also have been found to help you avoid or prevent assaults
bull Be on the alert be aware of danger early bull Yell flee kick bull Display outrage rather than fear bull If your life is in danger use passive resistance (vomshy
it urinate tell the attacker you are diseased)
If you are a victim or know a victim of an assault follow these guidelines
bull Call police (911) Get medical attention immedishyately At a health-care facility you will be seen by a physician and you can talk with an assault specialshyist (Your identity will be protected at all times)
bull Report the crime to the CUPD Even if you choose not to press charges you may save another victim from the same fate If you think yoursquore going to press charges do not bathe or destroy any evidence such as clothing
bull Try to get an accurate description of the assailantrsquos appearance what was said or any other information that will assist police
ldquoDate rape drugsrdquo are present on most college campuses and they have been found in Clemson Do not take a drink from an open container or from a
drink not prepared in your presence Never leave a drink unattended Know who you are with Report all suspicious acts or persons to CUPD at (864) 656-2222 (or 911) More information about your safety will be available when you arrive on campus For additional information about staying safe keeping your things safe and getting a list of safety tips visit stuaffclemson educupd
Keeping Your Things Safe
bull Before coming to campus have identification numshybers engraved on your valuable belongings such as laptops bikes stereos etc and register them with the CUPD
bull Examine your parentsrsquo homeowners policy and be sure your personal property is insured
bull Always close and lock your doors and windows whenever you go to bed and whenever you leave your room or apartment even if yoursquore just going away for a few minutes Never loan out your key and report a lost key immediately to your RA If you canrsquot find your key see your RA about a recore (See Key Policy on page 35)
bull Donrsquot keep a lot of cash in your room bull Follow all visitation and escort policies bull Register your property with the Police Department
at stuaffclemsoneducupd
32
Fire Safety
Fire safety in a residence hall or apartment is everyonersquos responsibility Itrsquos important that you not only follow fire safety procedures but report all violashytions or fire hazards to your RA immediately bull Smoke only in designated areas NEVER IN BED bull Turn off electric blankets irons lamps and curling
irons right after use bull Never cover lamps with any material for any reason bull Candles and other open flame devices are not
allowed in residence halls or apartments (not even for decoration)
bull Halogen lamps are not permitted in residence halls or apartments
bull Check the smoke detector in your area weekly Go to your hall or apartment front desk for replacement batteries If you have a fire extinguisher in your area check it too
bull Keep hallways and exit paths clear at all times bull Do not overload circuits by plugging too many applishy
ances into one outlet If two or more appliances with a combined wattage of more than 1500 watts are used you must have an Underwriter Laboratory-apshyproved power strip with a built-in circuit breaker (15 amp or less)
bull Extension cords shall not be used as a substitute for permanent wiring
bull Extension cords must not be used in succession or in conjunction with power strips
bull If you see a fire immediately move to a safe area and call 911 to report the fire
bull If your clothing catches on fire drop to the floor and roll back and forth until the flame is out
bull ALWAYS take fire alarms seriously and leave the building by assigned routes
bull Gas grills may not be used or stored in any residential area (including apartments)
bull All curtains decorations or displays used in windows must be made of flame-resistive materials
bull Do not tamper with or remove any fire detection deshyvice and do not hang anything from a sprinkler head
Thatrsquos theRule Since yoursquore new here you probably have a lot
of questions about living on campus This section will give you a better idea of your rights on campus as well as Clemson Universityrsquos regulations put in place for your safety and well-being Our policies are creshyated to make an atmosphere that helps all students enjoy and benefit from their university experience
Alcohol Policy The Universityrsquos policies on the possession and
consumption of alcohol are the same as the municipal ordinances and state and federal laws For students of legal drinking age the University does not restrict the possesshysion or consumption of alcohol in your private residence (your room or apartment) except in certain residence halls designated as alcohol-free However in public areas outside of your residence you may not have an open container of an alcoholic beverage of any kind Public areas include residence hall lobbies utilitystudy rooms hallways and areas immediately outside residence halls and apartments Possession consumption or display of alcohol or alcohol containers is not permitted in any area designated as alshycohol-free A number of residence halls are designated as totally alcohol-free These include Johnstone Main and
Annex Benet Young Geer Sanders Byrnes Lever Manning Smith Barnett Mauldin and Holmes For deshytailed information concerning the consumption of alcohol in University housing contact your RD or area housing office Also refer to your Student Handbook
Asbestos Some areas of University housing have asbestos-conshy
taining materials present A licensed asbestos abatement team manages these materials Students especially those erecting and using lofts should use caution and not disturb any sprayed-on ceiling materials Any questions concernshying the asbestos materials locations and hazards should be referred to the Housing Facilities Office or the Asbestos Abatement Program director at (864) 656-4930 for further clarification
Banners and Signs Hanging banners on residence halls is a good way
to campaign for office announce an event or show your school spirit But before displaying your sign check with your RA or RD to find out where signs may be displayed If you put up a banner yoursquore responsible for taking it down no later than 24 hours after itrsquos ldquoold newsrdquo Be sure all the tape remains are removed too
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pu
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avvy
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bull Keep all outside doors locked Propping outside doors for easy re-entry makes the entire building less secure and is considered a very serious violashytion of policy
bull Keep your room door locked bull Report all suspicious activities and individuals to
the desk staff night security officers and the poshylice
bull Always lock your car and never leave valuables in your car
bull Register your bicycle with the campus police and always lock it securely through the wheels and frame
bull Park your car in the designated lots if you leave it on campus during breaks
Visit stuaffclemsoneducupd for additional inforshymation
34
Candles Incense Fireworks Firearms Inflammables and Explosives
Due to concerns for fire safety and personal safety having or using any items that might be classified under these headshyings is strictly forbidden in University housing Violations of this policy could result in suspension from the University eviction from University housing andor separation from the University
Clearance Cards This term refers to the large card also called a ldquoRoom
Property Certificaterdquo that each resident is required to review and sign during the first 24 hours after moving into University housing The card has a space for you to report any missing or damaged property in your room or apartment Itrsquos very important that you check the card carefully and return it to your RA If you donrsquot at the end of the year you could be held responsible for anything wrong with your room or apartment regardless of its condition when you moved in
Cooking Housing has restrictions against cooking in residence hall
rooms (not apartments) for a couple of reasons 1) Fire safety 2) Sanitation Anything you can prepare in a thermostatically conshy
trolled percolator or a hot-air popcorn popper is legal You may also use the combination microwaverefrigerator-freezer (Microfridge) available for rent from Student Government Any other type of cooking equipment must be stored and used in your residence hall kitchen not in your room Violations of this policy will result in a $50 charge Gas grills may not be used or stored in any residence hall or apartment area
Damages Communal Property Your contract explains that when hallways bathrooms
elevators and other public areas in a residence facility receive undue abuse we expect the assistance of the residents of that area in finding the person(s) responsible When the person(s) cannot be identified all residents will be required to pay a proshyrated share of repairing such damages
Damages Rooms or Apartments As your University Housing Contract explains yoursquore
responsible for any damages that happen in your room or apartment while you live here If damages are accidental you must still pay repair costs When damages are the result of vandalism the person(s) responsible must not only pay for reshypairs but may also face disciplinary proceedings
Drugs All University officials including Housing officials will
assist and cooperate with law enforcement personnel as they
perform their duties in controlling the possession and use of illegal substances on campus Students convicted of violations of state or federal laws are subject to further disciplinary action by the University
Fire Safety On-campus residents can help keep their homes and their
neighbors safe from fire by following all Housing regulations concerning candles fireworks explosives halogen lamps the use of electrical equipment and general safety standards Any student who willfully compromises the safety of fellow residents by tampering with fire safety equipment or sounding false alarms will be subject to criminal prosecution eviction from University housing andor separation from the Univershysity Students who fail to evacuate when an alarm sounds are also subject to disciplinary action
Furniture Removal Every piece of furniture in your room or apartment at the
time you move in must stay in the roomapartment for the entire time you live there You may not remove store or trade furnishings There is an automatic $50 charge for violating this policy
Guns See ldquoCandles Incense Fireworks etcrdquo
Harassment It is the policy of Clemson University to conduct and
provide programs activities and services to students faculty and staff in an atmosphere free from racial or sexual harassshyment Harassment is any behavior that would verbally or physically threaten torment badger heckle or persecute an individual because of hisher race or gender Harassment of University faculty staff students or visitors is prohibited and shall subject the offender to appropriate disciplinary action Students who feel that they have been subjected to racial or sexual harassment should seek advice from the Office of Human Resources
Housing Contract You are required to sign a University Housing Contract
each year when you reserve a room or apartment and itrsquos important that you read your copy carefully Be sure you unshyderstand that the contract is binding for an entire academic year You canrsquot move off campus after first semester unless you meet very specific conditions outlined in the contract If yoursquore thinking about moving off campus talk with someone in University Housing before you make your plans
Incident Reports Residentapartment assistants and resident directors are
charged with the responsibility of confronting and working with students who break University or Housing policies Such violations are documented through incident reports which are completed and submitted by RAs and RDs Once a student violates a policy and an incident report is completed a Housing administrator deshycides how the infraction is to be handled Violations of policy may be dealt with administratively or through the Office of Student Conduct
Key Policy When you first report to your room or apartment yoursquoll be
issued one key free of charge If you lose your key and need a temshyporary replacement you may check one out from the desk for your area If you donrsquot find your lost key within 24 hours your lock must be changed and new keys cut The resulting cost is $50 When you check out of University housing your key must be returned or rekeying will be necessary and you will be charged for the service
Ledges Roofs Attics and Equipment Rooms The University Housing Contract expressly describes
these areas as ldquooff-limitsrdquo In the interest of your personal safety we expect your cooperation in this matter
Lofts Lofts may be used in most traditional residence hall
rooms See page 26 for more details on lofts Lofting is NOT permitted in Holmes McCabe or the Stadium Resishydence halls the Clemson House the Greek Community on the Quad or any of the apartment areas
Lounges Many residence hall lounges are open for use by all
residents on an unlimited basis Others however may be reserved for private gatherings of residents or student orshyganizations through the appropriate area office
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8 9
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CP-3
P-4
E-3
E-10
E-5
E-14
E-7
E-4
E-6
E-8E-9
E-11
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E-16
E-32E-15
R-2 R-3C-12C-5C-4
C-9C-7
C-6
C-10C-3C-13
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C
Quiet Hours Quiet hours are in effect 24 hours a day Strict quiet hours
are in effect from 700 pm until 800 am meaning there should be no disturbing noise in the residence halls and apartshyments At least one week before final exams and through the examination period strict quiet hours are to be observed 24 hours a day
Roofs See ldquoLedges Roofs Attics etcrdquo
Room and Apartment Changes
Employee (Green Permit) Restricted as Posted Commuting Student (Orange Permit) and Employee Resident Student (Blue Permit)No room or apartment changes may be made unless a
formal request has been submitted to the Housing office and approval has been received Performing an illegal room change
Parking Designations
Apartment (Purple Permit) Clemson House Resident Student (Purple Permit)
carries an automatic charge of $50 Questions about changes may be directed at any time to the assistant director of housshying administrative services-assignments at 200 Mell Hall Call (864) 656-2295 to make an appointment
Sales and Solicitation To protect your right to privacy in your residence hall
room or apartment the University has strict guidelines on fund-raisers promotions or sales on campus All solicitation must be approved by the Office of Programs and Activities so be sure to contact this office at (864) 656-4636 or 656-4357 if you have a sale or fund-raiser in mind Also if your right to privacy in your hall or apartment is ever violated by a door-toshydoor canvasser please report it immediately to the RA or RD for your area
Showers Members of the opposite sex are not allowed to use the
shower facilities of the residence halls that are served by comshymunal bathrooms
Smoke-free Halls All residence halls are designated as totally smoke-free
areas Apartment areas are self-regulated in regard to smoking
Visitation Members of the opposite sex are allowed in rooms and
apartments every day based upon the visitation for that area All residence halls with communal baths have a Standard Visshyitation plan 1000-200 am every day Areas with private or suite baths have a Self-Regulated plan that allows occupants to set visitation hours by mutual agreement at the beginning of each year or whenever occupancy changes
Window TreatmentsDisplays All curtains decorations or displays used in windows must
be made of flame-resistive materials
Emergency Call Station
C-11
C-2 E-2
R-1
19 E-20
R-4 E-1
21
15
A 20 E-13 22
14A 16
C-1 12 P-2
17 13
P-1 18
BB
36
Employee (Green Permit)Restricted as PostedCommuting Student (Orange Permit) and EmployeeResident Student (Blue Permit)Apartment (Purple Permit)Clemson House Resident Student (Purple Permit)Emergency Call Station
Parking Designations
P-1
P-2
E-2
E-1
E-10
E-13
E-20
R-1
R-4
C-1
C-2
A
B
Campus Map
E-8 E-9 P-4
C-11 C-4 C-5 E-7C C-12 R-2 R-3
P-3
E-3 C-13 C-3 C-10
C-7 C-9
E-4
E-16 C-6 DE-14
E-15 E-32
E-5
E-12
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E-11
1 Johnstone A and A Annex
The Suites 2 McCabe 3 Holmes 4 Stadium Residence Hall
The Shoeboxes 5 Geer 6 Sanders 7 Benet 8 Young 9 Cope
10 Clemson House
Bryan Mall 11 Mauldin 12 Barnett 13 Smith 14 Manning 15 Lever 16 Byrnes
The Apartments 17 Calhoun Courts 18 Thornhill Village 19 Lightsey Bridge I 20 Lightsey Bridge II
Clemsonrsquos Greek Community on the Quad 21 Bowen 22 Bradley 23 Donaldson 24 Wannamaker 25 Norris 26 Simpson North 27 Simpson South
28 Hendrix Student Center
Dining Halls 29 Schilletter 30 Harcombe 31 Clemson House
Coming to
Campus Get
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37
Campus Entry A
From Anderson on Highway 76 Pass the SC National Guard (on right) at stopshylight turn left onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) From EasleyGreenville on Highway 123 Turn left onto Highway 76 at the Ramada Inn Go under Highway 93 (do not exit) at stoplight turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road the next road to the right) From Central on Highway 93 Exit onto Highway 76 toward Anderson Stay right at stoplight turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road)
Campus Entry B
From Anderson on Highway 76 Exit onto Highway 93 Clemson University Exit From EasleyGreenville on Highway 123 Exit onto Highway 93 at Clemson University Exit From Seneca on Highway 123 Follow Highway 123 Turn right on Highway 76 Turn right onto Highway 93 at Clemson University Exit From Central on Highway 93 Go straight onto camshypus
Campus Entry C
From Seneca on Highway 123 Bear right onto Highway 93 to Clemson University Go across bridge turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road)
Campus Entry D
From Seneca on Highway 123 Bear right onto Highway 93 to Clemson University Go across bridge pass Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) turn right at next stoplight onto Williamson Road
42
Bryan Mall Byrnes Manning Lever Smith Barnett and Mauldin Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station turn right at Cherry Road Turn left into Bryan Mall at stop sign If parking is full you may park in the green spaces along Cherry Road
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass football stadium and Strom Thurmond Institute turn left onto Cherry Road Enter Bryan Mall by turning left at stop sign If parking is full you may park in the green spaces along Cherry Road Pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
The Stadium Residence Hall and the Shoeboxes Cope Benet Young Geer and Sanders Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station go through traffic signal at Cherry Road pass Strom Thurmond Institute and turn right onto Williamson Road Follow Williamson Road to stop sign Continue straight after stop sign turn right on South Palmetto Boulevard and imshymediately turn left into Sirrine parking lot or go straight on Williamson Road until Fort Hill Street turn right and park behind Geer or Sanders halls
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Go past the football stadium (on your left) and turn left onto Williamson Road You can then either turn right onto South Palmetto Boulevard and immediately left into the Sirrine parking lot or you can take a chance on finding a slot in the loading docks behind the halls by continushying on Williamson Road and turning right onto Fort Hill Street Pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
Johnstone Hall Sections A and A Annex
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to the second stoplight veer left toward Tillman Hall You will approach Tillman Hall You can either park on the street near Tillman or behind Tillman You may pick up your key in the University Union loggia
Holmes and McCabe Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to the second stoplight veer left toward Tillman Hall turn left at Calhoun Drive and turn right at Fort Hill Street
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry D Turn right onto Williamson Road and left onto Fort Hill Street Park in any available space and pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
Lightsey Bridge
From Anderson EasleyGreenville and Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station turn right onto Lightsey Bridge Road
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass football stadium Strom Thurmond Institute Cherry Road and Resident Parking Lot turn left onto Lightsey Bridge Road Report to desk at Lightsey Bridge Commons Building to check in and pick up your key
Thornhill Village
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Turn at the first left onto Newman Road Park near assigned apartment report to Thornhill Village Commons Building to check in and pick up key Residents may leave cars parked in adjashycent resident spaces after unloading
Calhoun Courts
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Turn at first left onto Newman Road Go through Thornhill Village turn right onto Morrison Street Park and walk to Calhoun Courts Commons Building to check in and get your key You may then move your car to the street near your apartshyment to unload
Clemson House
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to first stoplight turn right onto North Palmetto Boushylevard You can follow that road to the front of Clemson House or turn right immediately on Lee Street and turn left on Daniel Drive Pick up your key at the front desk You may park in any marked space to unload
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Call UsBarnett Hall Lightsey Bridge I Apartments Desk 656-2130 Desk 656-1150 RD Office 858-4230 RD Office
Benet Hall Lightsey Bridge II Apartments Desk 656-2349 Desk 656-1150 RD Office 858-8614 RD Office
Byrnes Hall Manning Hall Desk 656-2140 Desk 656-2311 RD Office 656-0420 RD Office
Calhoun Courts Apartments Mauldin Hall Desk 656-2341 Desk 656-2130 RD Office 656-0421 RD Office
Clemson House McCabe Hall Desk 656-2075 Desk 656-1767 RD Office 656-1841 RD Office
Cope Hall Sanders Hall Desk 656-4800 Desk 656-2403 RD Office 858-8434 RD Office
Greek Community on the Quad Smith Hall Desk 656-0528 Desk 656-2130
RD Office 656-7578 RD Office
Geer Hall Stadium Residence Hall
Desk 656-2404 Desk 656-4800
RD Office 858-8614 RD Office
Holmes Hall Thornhill Village Apartments
Desk 656-1767 Desk 656-1257
RD Office 656-4386 RD Office
Johnstone A Young Hall
Desk 656-2366 Desk 656-2410
RD Office 858-8822 RD Office
Lever Hall Desk 656-7325 RD Office 656-0419
656-0422
656-0422
656-0670
656-5441
858-8448
858-8861
858-4230
656-4817
656-1258
858-8861
Additional University Phone Numbers Admissions 656-2287 Bookstore 656-2050 Bursarrsquos Office 656-2321 Career Center 656-6000 Computer Center Help Desk 656-3494 Counseling and Psychological
Services 656-2451 Fike Recreation Center 656-2315 Financial Aid 656-2280 Graduate Admissions 656-3195 Honors College 656-4762 ID Services 656-0763 International Programs
and Services 656-3614 Library 656-3027 Maintenance and Custodial 656-5450 Parking Services 656-2270 Pest Control 656-5450 Post Office 656-2351 Registrar 656-2171 ResCom Support 656-5441 Student Disability Services 656-6848 Student Government 656-2195 Telecommunications 656-2600 Visitors Center 656-4789
Main Housing Office (864) 656-2295 FAX (864) 656-7615
Additional information is available at our Web site wwwhousingclemsonedu
Equal Opportunity in Programs and Activities Federal laws prohibit discrimination under programs and activshy
ities receiving federal financial assistance The statutes listed below are applicable to Clemson University and provide in part
Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 ldquoNo person in the United States shall on the ground of race
color or national origin be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 ldquoNo person in the United States shall on the basis of sex be
excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subshyjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ldquoNo otherwise qualified disabled individual in the United
States shall solely by reason of their disability be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Clemson University Statement Regarding Nondiscrimination
Clemson University does not discriminate against any indishyvidual or group of individuals on the basis of age color disability gender national origin race religion sexual orientation or vetershy
anrsquos status
Clemson University conducts its programs and activities involving admission and treatment of students employment teachshying research and public service in a nondiscriminatory manner as prescribed by federal law and regulation
Inquiries concerning the above may be addressed to President Clemson University Clemson South Carolina 29634 or Director Office for Civil Rights Department of Education Washington DC 20201
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HomeDonrsquot Leave Without It
Herersquos a checklist of things to consider bringing for your room or apartmenthellip
Alarm clock Bathrobe Blankets Book bagbackpack Can opener Cleaning supplies Coffee pothot pot Desk lamp (not halogen) Electrical surge protector Fan First-aid supplies Flashlight Hairdryer Hot-air popcorn popper Iron Ironing board Lap desk Laundry supplies (detergent laundry basket hangers)
University Housing 200 Mell Hall Box 344075 Clemson SC 29634-4075 (864) 656-2295 FAX (864) 656-7615
wwwhousingclemsonedu
Laptop Mattress cover (extra-long for a twin bed) Pillows Plastic storage containers Radio Raincoat Room decorations (no candles or incense) School supplies Sheets (extra-long for twin bed) Shower caddy Telephone Television with cable cord Toiletries Towels Trash can Umbrella Vacuum cleaner
Required
20
Getting Hungry
When your appetite takes over yoursquoll find several spots on campus to tame your hunger The Canteen and Loggia Latte in the University Union and the Fernow Street Cafeacute located beshytween Riggs and Freeman halls are convenient places to go for a quick meal Paw Mart in the University Union is also a handy refreshment stop for snacks and drinks Therersquos also Chilirsquos Too loshycated next to the Harcombe Dining Hall And be sure to check out the food court in the Hendrix Center and the Java City coffee shop in the Cooper Library Cornershop in the Hendrix Censhyter is another stop for a tasty snack Schilletter Dining Hall is behind the Hendrix Center and the Clemson House Dining Hall is across from Bowman Field Snack amp Stax in Cooper Library features convenience store items a selection of beverages and a variety of snacks If yoursquore lookshying for a special place to dine with friends donrsquot forget about Seasons by the Lake at the Madren Center
The Center of Attention
The Hendrix Student Center has lots of atshytractions for busy active students and itrsquos a great place to meet and mingle The center is named for Clemson alumnus and life member of the Board of Trustees Leon J Hendrix and is located on East Campus next to Schilletter Dining Hall near the residence halls and apartments
The center includes a student lounge meetshying rooms and a five-vendor food court You can also take in a movie in the 154-seat theater and two ballrooms accommodate functions for stushydent organizations and conferences The Hendrix Center is also the home to the University Teleshycommunications office the University Bookstore the Student Union administrative offices the Harvey and Lucinda Gantt Intercultural Center and the Michelinreg Career Center as well as a full-service branch of Carolina First Bank
Check It Out
Cooper Library has become one of the most popular places for students on campus Not only can you find books articles DVDs and more
you can get research help at the Reference Desk Then you can take your laptop and meet with your study group on the balcony while you enjoy a latte from Java City The library also has scanners a fax machine photocopiers and private group study rooms
Cooper Library is open 24 hours a day from Sunday at 1000 am until Friday at midnight Saturday hours are 1000 am to midnight For more information go to wwwlibclemsonedu or call (864) 656-1557
Getting Around
With Clemsonrsquos mild climate biking is a popular means of transportation Bike racks are located outside the residence halls Yoursquoll need a lock to secure your bike to the racks and it should be registered with the Clemson University Police Department (CUPD) Bikes may be kept inside only if they are in your individual room or apartshyment Mopeds may be parked in outdoor bicycle racks but may not be brought inside
Cars motorcycles mopeds and motor scootshyers must have a parking permit which is available from Parking Services and they must be parked in appropriately marked spaces If yoursquore bringing a vehicle to campus donrsquot forget to apply for a parking permit
Remember mopeds may not be brought inside any building and riding is prohibited on sidewalks All walkways are also off limits to skateboards bicycles rollerblades skates or similar items
Come on and Take a Free Ride
The city of Clemson provides a free shuttle bus service on and off campus called CAT (Clemson Area Transit) CAT is the largest fare-free public transit system in the nation In 2000 and 2005 it was selected as the ldquoBest Transit Systemrdquo in the state by the SC Department of Transportation Each CAT bus is equipped with a bike rack in case you need to temporarily switch gears (and vehicles)
CAT Bus Hours
Monday-Friday 622-300 am Saturday 800 pm-300 am Sunday 500 pm-300 am
Call (864) 654-CATS (2287) for more inshyformation and a system map The CAT office is located at 1200 Tiger Boulevard Suite 2
Yoursquove Got Mail
Each student will need to rent a post office box at the University Post Office located in the University Union You can sign up for a post office box online when you pay your fees The University will send you an email with your asshysigned box number and other information Post office boxes are rented from August to August In the summer mail is forwarded to your home address If you have questions please call (864) 656-2351 or email studpoclemsonedu
Laundry Day
Washers and dryers are provided on the ground level of each residence hall in Bryan Mall Calhoun Courts Commons Lightsey Bridge Comshymons and Thornhill Village Commons also have laundry facilities Clemson House has washers and dryers available in the basement Students who live on West Campus use the washers and dryers in the Dillard Building in the basement of
Holmes Hall and on the first floor of Stadium Resshyidence Hall Washers and dryers are also available in all the residence halls in the Greek Community on the Quad Donrsquot forget to bring your own iron and ironing board
The Healthy Way
Not feeling well Take a trip to Redfern Health Center Redfern consists of three divisions Medical Services Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) and Health EducationAlcohol and Drug Education All students who take seven or more credit hours during the fall and spring semesters are required to pay a health fee of $125 per semester If you register for three or more credit hours during each summer session you must pay a health fee of $45 per summer session The health fee provides for the professional services of the physicians psychologists and nurse pracshytitioners and for reduced costs of lab X-ray and pharmacy services The health fee also provides a secondary urgent-care insurance benefit that pays up to $500 per incident for expenses incurred in the treatment of urgent problems that arise when Redfern Health Center is closed
Primary health-care services are available Monday-Friday 800 am-500 pm You can be seen throughout the day by appointment at (864)
656-1541 The Nurses Clinic is available if you donrsquot have an appointment At this clinic yoursquoll be assessed by a nurse and receive care After hours if you have questions about your health-care needs you can call the Nursewise Line at 1-888-525-1333
Emergency transportation is provided by the Clemson University ambulance which is staffed with licensed EMTs 24 hours a day seven days a week After-hours health-care providers available (at your expense) include Anderson Area Medical Center Clemson Health Center (a private urgent health-care facility) Palmetto Baptist Medical Center Greenville Memorial Medical Center and Oconee Memorial Hospital
You already know that college is a big step in your life If yoursquore having trouble adjusting once you get here help is only a phone call away Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) provides mental health services for various issues including depression anxiety stress management anger management relationship violence sexual assault and addictions
Depending on the concern you may be seen in a group as a couple or individually Numerous groups are offered throughout the semester to help you learn specific skills such as stress management and assertiveness Other groups allow for pershysonal growth and integration A multidisciplinary approach to the treatment of eating disorders provides integration of medical nutritional and psychological services The LifeStyles program is a specialized approach to assist students with substance misuseabuse concerns After an evalushyation students are placed in psychoeducational groups and may receive group or individual counshyseling Each semester on a first-come first-served basis CAPS conducts a limited number of psyshychological evaluations for learning disabilities and attention disorders An on-site psychiatrist evalushyates and monitors studentsrsquo medication regimens as needed All services are confidential
For CAPS services call (864) 656-2451 for an appointment CAPS also offers a walk-in clinic from 1000 am to 230 pm where you can see a counselor on a first-come first-served basis for brief evaluation or emergency intervention Mental health crisis assistance and consultation are available 24 hours a day After hours and on weekends you can reach the on-call counselor by dialing the University police at (864) 656-2222 Most services are free to students some require a reduced fee Students who pay the health fee may receive 10 individual sessions per semester at no charge There is no limit for group sessions There are charges for LifeStyles psychiatric services and psychometric testing and this is discussed before services are rendered All services are provided by licensed psychologists licensed professional counshyselors certified addiction counselors predoctoral psychology interns or masterrsquos counseling interns
The Health Education area is committed to promoting healthy lifestyles and reducing high-risk behaviors The Alcohol and Drug Education area provides programming referrals counseling and instruction on University policies and personshyal issues associated with alcohol and drug use
Student Disability Services
Student Disability Services coordinates the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities in compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 All reasonable accommodations are individualized flexible and confidential based on the nature of the disability and the academic environment Students must provide documentation of the disability and request needed accommodations Variations in housing arrangements for student with disabilities must be coordinated through the Student Disabilshyity Office For information visit room G20 Redfern Health Center or call (864) 656-6848
23
24
Food for Thought
Meal Plans
Busy students need lots of ldquofuelrdquo Thatrsquos why Clemson offers six meal options to satisfy difshyferent eating habits Unlimited Access allows you to go to the dining halls as often as you like anytime theyrsquore open If you want anything from three meals a day to unlimited snacking this is the plan for you On the Any-Fifteen Plan you can choose 15 of the 21 meals offered each week If you have a hectic schedule or like to grab a bite
Dining Halls
All meal plans can be used in Harcombe Food Court Schilletter Dining Hall or Clemson House Harcombe and Schilletter serve all day so no matter what your schedule yoursquoll find food when you find the time
Harcombe
Monday-Friday Harcombe is closed on weekends
Breakfast 700-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-800 pm (Mon-Thurs)425-700 pm (Fri)
Schilletter
Monday-Friday Breakfast 700-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-800 pm (Sun-Thurs)425-700 pm (Fri-Sat)
Cookie Break 930-1030 pm (Mon-Thurs)
Saturday Breakfast 800-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-700 pm
Sunday Breakfast 800-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-800 pm
Cookie Break 930-1030 pm
Clemson House
If yoursquore looking for more of a restaurant atshymosphere try the Clemson House There are four ways you can choose to pay for your meal You may use your meal plan as a cash equivalency to purchase a-la-carte meals (Unlimited Access used once per meal period and only for the ldquostudent specialrdquo entree at the Clemson House) you may select the student special on your meal plan you may pay in cash or you may use the Tiger 1 Card
Monday-Friday Breakfast 700-930 am
Lunch 1100 am-130 pm
Dinner 430-730 pm
Saturday Breakfast 800-930 am
Lunch 1100 am-130 pm
Dinner 430-730 pm
Sunday Brunch 1030 am-130 pm
Dinner 430-730 pm
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here and there the Any-Ten Plan lets you choose 10 of the 21 meals offered each week
The Unlimited Access Plus Any Ten and Plus Any Fifteen plans offer the same benefits as their counterparts with one big difference They add ldquoPaw Pointsrdquo to your TigerStripe Account which can be used the same as cash at any dining facility on campus Check the Dining Services Web site at wwwclemsonedudining for a complete list of places to eat
26
Beds Aloft
Whatrsquos a loft Itrsquos a raised frame built up from the floor to hold a bed Students like them because they provide more floor space for things such as futons and TVs
However using a lofted bed means that you may be sleeping as much as five feet off the floor and thatrsquos a long way down Because of these safety concerns our enthusiasm for lofts is limited Many factors are involved in designing a safe loft and there are significant risks involved in using an improperly designed or constructed loft Conseshyquently we strongly discourage the construction and use of ldquohomemaderdquo lofts But we provide two options as alternatives to building your own loft
First much of the bed furniture that we provide is modular and already designed to be bunkable andor loftable This furniture has been properly enshygineered and built with strength and safety in mind Your RA can show you how it works and provide you with any special connectors needed for lofting or bunking This is definitely the preferred way to go from the standpoint of safety and convenience
Second if you want to rent or purchase a loft we suggest you use one of the services provided by either the University Bookstore or Student Govshyernment To rent lofts from Collegiate Concepts (sponsored by Student Government) visit www loftconceptscom or call 1-888-929-0806 Collegiate Concepts offers a pre-delivery service so the loft can be delivered to your room (unassembled) before you arrive The University Bookstore has literature available on a company called Timbernest or go onshyline to wwwtimbernestcom for more information on their lofts Clemsonrsquos college code for Timbernest is CF74 Details on pricing delivery and pickup are available from each company
However if you still intend to build your own loft we insist that you use specific construction guidelines which are available on our Web site at wwwhousingclemsonedu Printed copies are also available from the University Housing office These are strict construction guidelines mdash and for your safety and the safety of others mdash they are not negoshytiable
Lofts may be used in most traditional resishydence halls Outside lofts (purchased rented or constructed) are NOT allowed in any of the apartshyment areas the Greek Community on the Quad the Clemson House or any of the suite-style buildshyings However all of these areas are furnished with modular furniture that is bunkable andor loftable
Leave ldquoFluffyrdquo at Home
Unless ldquoFluffyrdquo is the name of your fish you canrsquot bring him to live in your room The only pets you may have in the residence halls or apartments are fish (tank size limited to 10 gallons or less) That means no dogs no cats no lizards no snakes no frogs no monkeys no birds Campus life just doesnrsquot suit having a pet Many of your fellow students are allergic to anishymals and most animals carry parasites such as fleas ticks and mites
One of the saddest things on campus is the growing number of stray cats and the wild kittens they produce Some strays are here because softshyhearted students saw the cute little kittens and took them back to their room only to be cited for a rule violation and charged $50 There are also students who abandon their pets at the end of the school year It is sad to see these strays but keep in mind that when you feed them they will start to depend on you for their meals So if you truly love animals donrsquot become a part of the problem
When you see an abandoned animal conshytact a Housing representative Wersquoll try to find it a good home or it will be taken to a local shelter for adoption
Wild Things
Parts of the University are in wooded areas where many woodland creatures make their home Yoursquoll see an occasional squirrel scampershying around and sometimes even catch a glimpse of a skunk or opossum However if an animal beshycomes confrontational stay calm leave quickly and report it to the nearest Housing official
Bugging Out
If yoursquore from a colder climate get ready for a shock If yoursquore from the South yoursquove seen them before bugs We love South Carolinarsquos mild winters but so do the bugs These pests can be aggravating but if we work together we
Fish Tales
can control the problem The University has a contract with a privately owned pest control company Buildings are inspected monthly and treated as needed
You can also help fight these little invaders Be aware of how pests enter your room Someshytimes they come in with items that have been stored outside or in a book bag that was left in the grass with food inside Or they might venture in through opened doors or windows Once inshyside theyrsquoll find food and water and yoursquoll have bugs for roommates These are some additional things you can do
bull Report sightings of pests to the Housing Mainshytenance Office at (864) 656-5450
bull Keep all opened food items sealed in plastic containers
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27
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ety
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Play It
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bull Keep all makeup and toiletry containers closed bull Keep your room clean bull Empty your trash can daily bull Work to reduce pest entryways bull Turn in maintenance problems promptly bull Wipe up spills as they occur bull Clean the refrigerator regularly (and in apartshy
ments donrsquot forget the stoves sinks and counter-tops too)
Be a Tiger Conservationist
When you live in University housing we ask you to practice good environmental and consershyvation habits Make efficient use of all resources Conserving water and electricity are two of the most important things you can do to make a positive imshypact such as not letting the water run in the sink while you brush your teeth or shave
Always put trash in its proper place Littering (inside or outside the buildings) is not permitted under any circumstances In short take responsibilshyity for your own actions If you make a mess please clean it up
We also ask you to reduce recycle and reuse materials whenever possible The University has an award-winning recycling program in which all facshyulty staff and students make a difference University Housing also promotes the Lighten Your Load proshygram at the end of the spring semester This program allows students to donate unwanted items to local charities which decreases the number of things they have to take home or store Itrsquos also a worthwhile opportunity to help others
As you spend your time in University buildshyings and around campus look for ways to support sustainable living and get involved in helping to conserve our precious natural resources
On Campus
Clemson is a small friendly community with little violent crime and fewer of the crime and safety problems that plague larger cities However neither the University nor the community is crime free The problems of drug and alcohol abuse acquaintance rape and other crimes affect every campus community
Thatrsquos why Clemson University has a professhysional police force of more than 30 full-time police officers who are graduates of the SC Criminal Justice Academy Theyrsquore more than just ldquocampus security officersrdquo As commissioned officers they have reporting responsibilities to the University the State Law Enforcement Division (SLED) and the court
Even before passage of the ldquoStudent Right to Know and Campus Security Act of 1990rdquo Clemson voluntarily reported its crime statistics to the FBI and has done so since 1980
Clemson also has a staff of student life proshyfessionals who are continually trained in crime prevention building security personal safety counseling victim assistance student discipline and other areas They ensure that the policies procedures and educational programs are in place to educate students about personal safety and to respond quickly and effectively to problems in campus housing and elsewhere
The campus and its physical facilities are maintained with safety in mind In recent years the University has invested heavily in improved lighting emergency telephones and security-conshyscious landscape design and maintenance In other words Clemson University is committed to proshyviding a safe and secure environment for students faculty and staff
The prompt reporting of crimes is encouraged If you have a problem at Clemson we want to know about it And we work hard to make sure ldquothe systemrdquo will be responsive to your needs
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Additional information on security policies is contained in the Student Handbook and in the Campus Safety Report which also contains statistics on crime at the University and in the city of Clemson
A Word About Alcohol
One of the greatest potential problems facing all freshmen is the temptation to ldquoparty hardrdquo We want our students to have fun and enjoy themselves but we take a strong stance against not only the use of ilshylegal drugs but also against underage drinking and the abuse of alcohol by those of any age
The legal drinking age in South Carolina is 21 Consequently the possession or consumption of alcoshyhol in any form by anyone under age 21 is against the law and is therefore prohibited on the Clemson University campus Violations of this law and related University policies are considered very serious offensshyes and the penalties can be significant
We say this to you our new students because we want you to be successful in every way here at Clemson Experience has shown us that many students ignore or trivialize the issue of underage drinking Please donrsquot make that mistake This is a serious issue with serious consequences
Sure you can have fun But use your head Have fun legally and use good judgment That way everyshyone wins
Hall Security and Card Access
University Housing has a perimeter card access system installed in all campus residence halls Perimshyeter card access is a system that allows you to use your student ID card to enter certain exterior doors of the residence halls The system is designed to deny enshytrance into the residence halls by people who do not have permission to enter In order for this system to work we need your help Please donrsquot allow anyone to follow you in a door donrsquot allow anyone to use your ID card and never prop open a door for any reason
Your Personal Safety
We make every effort to maintain a safe campus for all students However there are some things you can do for your own safety
bull Walk in groups of two or more after dark bull Never hesitate to use the CUPDrsquos (Clemson
University Police Departmentrsquos) free Escort Sershyvice Call (864) 656-2222
bull Ride the free Clemson Area Transit (CAT) bus sershyvice
bull Walk in well-lighted well-traveled areas bull Make sure someone knows where you are and when
you expect to return bull Dress for freedom of movement mdash donrsquot wear conshy
fining or uncomfortable clothing bull After dark have your keys ready before you get to
your room apartment or car park in a well-lighted area
bull Always look into the back seat of your car and unshyder your car before getting in Also lock your doors while driving
bull Always lock your roomapartment door at night or while sleeping
bull If you receive annoying or obscene phone calls hang up and report the call to the CUPD
bull Always find out who is on the other side of the door before you open it
bull Take note of where the outdoor campus phones are located
Emergency Telephone Numbers
UniversityPoliceDepartment 911
FireDepartment 911
RedfernHealthCenter 656-2233
Ambulance 911
RapeCrisisHotline 868-7599
CAPS 656-2451
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What You Need to Know About Physical and Sexual Assault
These strategies also have been found to help you avoid or prevent assaults
bull Be on the alert be aware of danger early bull Yell flee kick bull Display outrage rather than fear bull If your life is in danger use passive resistance (vomshy
it urinate tell the attacker you are diseased)
If you are a victim or know a victim of an assault follow these guidelines
bull Call police (911) Get medical attention immedishyately At a health-care facility you will be seen by a physician and you can talk with an assault specialshyist (Your identity will be protected at all times)
bull Report the crime to the CUPD Even if you choose not to press charges you may save another victim from the same fate If you think yoursquore going to press charges do not bathe or destroy any evidence such as clothing
bull Try to get an accurate description of the assailantrsquos appearance what was said or any other information that will assist police
ldquoDate rape drugsrdquo are present on most college campuses and they have been found in Clemson Do not take a drink from an open container or from a
drink not prepared in your presence Never leave a drink unattended Know who you are with Report all suspicious acts or persons to CUPD at (864) 656-2222 (or 911) More information about your safety will be available when you arrive on campus For additional information about staying safe keeping your things safe and getting a list of safety tips visit stuaffclemson educupd
Keeping Your Things Safe
bull Before coming to campus have identification numshybers engraved on your valuable belongings such as laptops bikes stereos etc and register them with the CUPD
bull Examine your parentsrsquo homeowners policy and be sure your personal property is insured
bull Always close and lock your doors and windows whenever you go to bed and whenever you leave your room or apartment even if yoursquore just going away for a few minutes Never loan out your key and report a lost key immediately to your RA If you canrsquot find your key see your RA about a recore (See Key Policy on page 35)
bull Donrsquot keep a lot of cash in your room bull Follow all visitation and escort policies bull Register your property with the Police Department
at stuaffclemsoneducupd
32
Fire Safety
Fire safety in a residence hall or apartment is everyonersquos responsibility Itrsquos important that you not only follow fire safety procedures but report all violashytions or fire hazards to your RA immediately bull Smoke only in designated areas NEVER IN BED bull Turn off electric blankets irons lamps and curling
irons right after use bull Never cover lamps with any material for any reason bull Candles and other open flame devices are not
allowed in residence halls or apartments (not even for decoration)
bull Halogen lamps are not permitted in residence halls or apartments
bull Check the smoke detector in your area weekly Go to your hall or apartment front desk for replacement batteries If you have a fire extinguisher in your area check it too
bull Keep hallways and exit paths clear at all times bull Do not overload circuits by plugging too many applishy
ances into one outlet If two or more appliances with a combined wattage of more than 1500 watts are used you must have an Underwriter Laboratory-apshyproved power strip with a built-in circuit breaker (15 amp or less)
bull Extension cords shall not be used as a substitute for permanent wiring
bull Extension cords must not be used in succession or in conjunction with power strips
bull If you see a fire immediately move to a safe area and call 911 to report the fire
bull If your clothing catches on fire drop to the floor and roll back and forth until the flame is out
bull ALWAYS take fire alarms seriously and leave the building by assigned routes
bull Gas grills may not be used or stored in any residential area (including apartments)
bull All curtains decorations or displays used in windows must be made of flame-resistive materials
bull Do not tamper with or remove any fire detection deshyvice and do not hang anything from a sprinkler head
Thatrsquos theRule Since yoursquore new here you probably have a lot
of questions about living on campus This section will give you a better idea of your rights on campus as well as Clemson Universityrsquos regulations put in place for your safety and well-being Our policies are creshyated to make an atmosphere that helps all students enjoy and benefit from their university experience
Alcohol Policy The Universityrsquos policies on the possession and
consumption of alcohol are the same as the municipal ordinances and state and federal laws For students of legal drinking age the University does not restrict the possesshysion or consumption of alcohol in your private residence (your room or apartment) except in certain residence halls designated as alcohol-free However in public areas outside of your residence you may not have an open container of an alcoholic beverage of any kind Public areas include residence hall lobbies utilitystudy rooms hallways and areas immediately outside residence halls and apartments Possession consumption or display of alcohol or alcohol containers is not permitted in any area designated as alshycohol-free A number of residence halls are designated as totally alcohol-free These include Johnstone Main and
Annex Benet Young Geer Sanders Byrnes Lever Manning Smith Barnett Mauldin and Holmes For deshytailed information concerning the consumption of alcohol in University housing contact your RD or area housing office Also refer to your Student Handbook
Asbestos Some areas of University housing have asbestos-conshy
taining materials present A licensed asbestos abatement team manages these materials Students especially those erecting and using lofts should use caution and not disturb any sprayed-on ceiling materials Any questions concernshying the asbestos materials locations and hazards should be referred to the Housing Facilities Office or the Asbestos Abatement Program director at (864) 656-4930 for further clarification
Banners and Signs Hanging banners on residence halls is a good way
to campaign for office announce an event or show your school spirit But before displaying your sign check with your RA or RD to find out where signs may be displayed If you put up a banner yoursquore responsible for taking it down no later than 24 hours after itrsquos ldquoold newsrdquo Be sure all the tape remains are removed too
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bull Keep all outside doors locked Propping outside doors for easy re-entry makes the entire building less secure and is considered a very serious violashytion of policy
bull Keep your room door locked bull Report all suspicious activities and individuals to
the desk staff night security officers and the poshylice
bull Always lock your car and never leave valuables in your car
bull Register your bicycle with the campus police and always lock it securely through the wheels and frame
bull Park your car in the designated lots if you leave it on campus during breaks
Visit stuaffclemsoneducupd for additional inforshymation
34
Candles Incense Fireworks Firearms Inflammables and Explosives
Due to concerns for fire safety and personal safety having or using any items that might be classified under these headshyings is strictly forbidden in University housing Violations of this policy could result in suspension from the University eviction from University housing andor separation from the University
Clearance Cards This term refers to the large card also called a ldquoRoom
Property Certificaterdquo that each resident is required to review and sign during the first 24 hours after moving into University housing The card has a space for you to report any missing or damaged property in your room or apartment Itrsquos very important that you check the card carefully and return it to your RA If you donrsquot at the end of the year you could be held responsible for anything wrong with your room or apartment regardless of its condition when you moved in
Cooking Housing has restrictions against cooking in residence hall
rooms (not apartments) for a couple of reasons 1) Fire safety 2) Sanitation Anything you can prepare in a thermostatically conshy
trolled percolator or a hot-air popcorn popper is legal You may also use the combination microwaverefrigerator-freezer (Microfridge) available for rent from Student Government Any other type of cooking equipment must be stored and used in your residence hall kitchen not in your room Violations of this policy will result in a $50 charge Gas grills may not be used or stored in any residence hall or apartment area
Damages Communal Property Your contract explains that when hallways bathrooms
elevators and other public areas in a residence facility receive undue abuse we expect the assistance of the residents of that area in finding the person(s) responsible When the person(s) cannot be identified all residents will be required to pay a proshyrated share of repairing such damages
Damages Rooms or Apartments As your University Housing Contract explains yoursquore
responsible for any damages that happen in your room or apartment while you live here If damages are accidental you must still pay repair costs When damages are the result of vandalism the person(s) responsible must not only pay for reshypairs but may also face disciplinary proceedings
Drugs All University officials including Housing officials will
assist and cooperate with law enforcement personnel as they
perform their duties in controlling the possession and use of illegal substances on campus Students convicted of violations of state or federal laws are subject to further disciplinary action by the University
Fire Safety On-campus residents can help keep their homes and their
neighbors safe from fire by following all Housing regulations concerning candles fireworks explosives halogen lamps the use of electrical equipment and general safety standards Any student who willfully compromises the safety of fellow residents by tampering with fire safety equipment or sounding false alarms will be subject to criminal prosecution eviction from University housing andor separation from the Univershysity Students who fail to evacuate when an alarm sounds are also subject to disciplinary action
Furniture Removal Every piece of furniture in your room or apartment at the
time you move in must stay in the roomapartment for the entire time you live there You may not remove store or trade furnishings There is an automatic $50 charge for violating this policy
Guns See ldquoCandles Incense Fireworks etcrdquo
Harassment It is the policy of Clemson University to conduct and
provide programs activities and services to students faculty and staff in an atmosphere free from racial or sexual harassshyment Harassment is any behavior that would verbally or physically threaten torment badger heckle or persecute an individual because of hisher race or gender Harassment of University faculty staff students or visitors is prohibited and shall subject the offender to appropriate disciplinary action Students who feel that they have been subjected to racial or sexual harassment should seek advice from the Office of Human Resources
Housing Contract You are required to sign a University Housing Contract
each year when you reserve a room or apartment and itrsquos important that you read your copy carefully Be sure you unshyderstand that the contract is binding for an entire academic year You canrsquot move off campus after first semester unless you meet very specific conditions outlined in the contract If yoursquore thinking about moving off campus talk with someone in University Housing before you make your plans
Incident Reports Residentapartment assistants and resident directors are
charged with the responsibility of confronting and working with students who break University or Housing policies Such violations are documented through incident reports which are completed and submitted by RAs and RDs Once a student violates a policy and an incident report is completed a Housing administrator deshycides how the infraction is to be handled Violations of policy may be dealt with administratively or through the Office of Student Conduct
Key Policy When you first report to your room or apartment yoursquoll be
issued one key free of charge If you lose your key and need a temshyporary replacement you may check one out from the desk for your area If you donrsquot find your lost key within 24 hours your lock must be changed and new keys cut The resulting cost is $50 When you check out of University housing your key must be returned or rekeying will be necessary and you will be charged for the service
Ledges Roofs Attics and Equipment Rooms The University Housing Contract expressly describes
these areas as ldquooff-limitsrdquo In the interest of your personal safety we expect your cooperation in this matter
Lofts Lofts may be used in most traditional residence hall
rooms See page 26 for more details on lofts Lofting is NOT permitted in Holmes McCabe or the Stadium Resishydence halls the Clemson House the Greek Community on the Quad or any of the apartment areas
Lounges Many residence hall lounges are open for use by all
residents on an unlimited basis Others however may be reserved for private gatherings of residents or student orshyganizations through the appropriate area office
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11
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3
7
8 9
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CP-3
P-4
E-3
E-10
E-5
E-14
E-7
E-4
E-6
E-8E-9
E-11
E-12
E-16
E-32E-15
R-2 R-3C-12C-5C-4
C-9C-7
C-6
C-10C-3C-13
D
C
Quiet Hours Quiet hours are in effect 24 hours a day Strict quiet hours
are in effect from 700 pm until 800 am meaning there should be no disturbing noise in the residence halls and apartshyments At least one week before final exams and through the examination period strict quiet hours are to be observed 24 hours a day
Roofs See ldquoLedges Roofs Attics etcrdquo
Room and Apartment Changes
Employee (Green Permit) Restricted as Posted Commuting Student (Orange Permit) and Employee Resident Student (Blue Permit)No room or apartment changes may be made unless a
formal request has been submitted to the Housing office and approval has been received Performing an illegal room change
Parking Designations
Apartment (Purple Permit) Clemson House Resident Student (Purple Permit)
carries an automatic charge of $50 Questions about changes may be directed at any time to the assistant director of housshying administrative services-assignments at 200 Mell Hall Call (864) 656-2295 to make an appointment
Sales and Solicitation To protect your right to privacy in your residence hall
room or apartment the University has strict guidelines on fund-raisers promotions or sales on campus All solicitation must be approved by the Office of Programs and Activities so be sure to contact this office at (864) 656-4636 or 656-4357 if you have a sale or fund-raiser in mind Also if your right to privacy in your hall or apartment is ever violated by a door-toshydoor canvasser please report it immediately to the RA or RD for your area
Showers Members of the opposite sex are not allowed to use the
shower facilities of the residence halls that are served by comshymunal bathrooms
Smoke-free Halls All residence halls are designated as totally smoke-free
areas Apartment areas are self-regulated in regard to smoking
Visitation Members of the opposite sex are allowed in rooms and
apartments every day based upon the visitation for that area All residence halls with communal baths have a Standard Visshyitation plan 1000-200 am every day Areas with private or suite baths have a Self-Regulated plan that allows occupants to set visitation hours by mutual agreement at the beginning of each year or whenever occupancy changes
Window TreatmentsDisplays All curtains decorations or displays used in windows must
be made of flame-resistive materials
Emergency Call Station
C-11
C-2 E-2
R-1
19 E-20
R-4 E-1
21
15
A 20 E-13 22
14A 16
C-1 12 P-2
17 13
P-1 18
BB
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Employee (Green Permit)Restricted as PostedCommuting Student (Orange Permit) and EmployeeResident Student (Blue Permit)Apartment (Purple Permit)Clemson House Resident Student (Purple Permit)Emergency Call Station
Parking Designations
P-1
P-2
E-2
E-1
E-10
E-13
E-20
R-1
R-4
C-1
C-2
A
B
Campus Map
E-8 E-9 P-4
C-11 C-4 C-5 E-7C C-12 R-2 R-3
P-3
E-3 C-13 C-3 C-10
C-7 C-9
E-4
E-16 C-6 DE-14
E-15 E-32
E-5
E-12
E-6
E-11
1 Johnstone A and A Annex
The Suites 2 McCabe 3 Holmes 4 Stadium Residence Hall
The Shoeboxes 5 Geer 6 Sanders 7 Benet 8 Young 9 Cope
10 Clemson House
Bryan Mall 11 Mauldin 12 Barnett 13 Smith 14 Manning 15 Lever 16 Byrnes
The Apartments 17 Calhoun Courts 18 Thornhill Village 19 Lightsey Bridge I 20 Lightsey Bridge II
Clemsonrsquos Greek Community on the Quad 21 Bowen 22 Bradley 23 Donaldson 24 Wannamaker 25 Norris 26 Simpson North 27 Simpson South
28 Hendrix Student Center
Dining Halls 29 Schilletter 30 Harcombe 31 Clemson House
Coming to
Campus Get
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37
Campus Entry A
From Anderson on Highway 76 Pass the SC National Guard (on right) at stopshylight turn left onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) From EasleyGreenville on Highway 123 Turn left onto Highway 76 at the Ramada Inn Go under Highway 93 (do not exit) at stoplight turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road the next road to the right) From Central on Highway 93 Exit onto Highway 76 toward Anderson Stay right at stoplight turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road)
Campus Entry B
From Anderson on Highway 76 Exit onto Highway 93 Clemson University Exit From EasleyGreenville on Highway 123 Exit onto Highway 93 at Clemson University Exit From Seneca on Highway 123 Follow Highway 123 Turn right on Highway 76 Turn right onto Highway 93 at Clemson University Exit From Central on Highway 93 Go straight onto camshypus
Campus Entry C
From Seneca on Highway 123 Bear right onto Highway 93 to Clemson University Go across bridge turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road)
Campus Entry D
From Seneca on Highway 123 Bear right onto Highway 93 to Clemson University Go across bridge pass Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) turn right at next stoplight onto Williamson Road
42
Bryan Mall Byrnes Manning Lever Smith Barnett and Mauldin Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station turn right at Cherry Road Turn left into Bryan Mall at stop sign If parking is full you may park in the green spaces along Cherry Road
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass football stadium and Strom Thurmond Institute turn left onto Cherry Road Enter Bryan Mall by turning left at stop sign If parking is full you may park in the green spaces along Cherry Road Pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
The Stadium Residence Hall and the Shoeboxes Cope Benet Young Geer and Sanders Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station go through traffic signal at Cherry Road pass Strom Thurmond Institute and turn right onto Williamson Road Follow Williamson Road to stop sign Continue straight after stop sign turn right on South Palmetto Boulevard and imshymediately turn left into Sirrine parking lot or go straight on Williamson Road until Fort Hill Street turn right and park behind Geer or Sanders halls
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Go past the football stadium (on your left) and turn left onto Williamson Road You can then either turn right onto South Palmetto Boulevard and immediately left into the Sirrine parking lot or you can take a chance on finding a slot in the loading docks behind the halls by continushying on Williamson Road and turning right onto Fort Hill Street Pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
Johnstone Hall Sections A and A Annex
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to the second stoplight veer left toward Tillman Hall You will approach Tillman Hall You can either park on the street near Tillman or behind Tillman You may pick up your key in the University Union loggia
Holmes and McCabe Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to the second stoplight veer left toward Tillman Hall turn left at Calhoun Drive and turn right at Fort Hill Street
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry D Turn right onto Williamson Road and left onto Fort Hill Street Park in any available space and pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
Lightsey Bridge
From Anderson EasleyGreenville and Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station turn right onto Lightsey Bridge Road
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass football stadium Strom Thurmond Institute Cherry Road and Resident Parking Lot turn left onto Lightsey Bridge Road Report to desk at Lightsey Bridge Commons Building to check in and pick up your key
Thornhill Village
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Turn at the first left onto Newman Road Park near assigned apartment report to Thornhill Village Commons Building to check in and pick up key Residents may leave cars parked in adjashycent resident spaces after unloading
Calhoun Courts
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Turn at first left onto Newman Road Go through Thornhill Village turn right onto Morrison Street Park and walk to Calhoun Courts Commons Building to check in and get your key You may then move your car to the street near your apartshyment to unload
Clemson House
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to first stoplight turn right onto North Palmetto Boushylevard You can follow that road to the front of Clemson House or turn right immediately on Lee Street and turn left on Daniel Drive Pick up your key at the front desk You may park in any marked space to unload
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Call UsBarnett Hall Lightsey Bridge I Apartments Desk 656-2130 Desk 656-1150 RD Office 858-4230 RD Office
Benet Hall Lightsey Bridge II Apartments Desk 656-2349 Desk 656-1150 RD Office 858-8614 RD Office
Byrnes Hall Manning Hall Desk 656-2140 Desk 656-2311 RD Office 656-0420 RD Office
Calhoun Courts Apartments Mauldin Hall Desk 656-2341 Desk 656-2130 RD Office 656-0421 RD Office
Clemson House McCabe Hall Desk 656-2075 Desk 656-1767 RD Office 656-1841 RD Office
Cope Hall Sanders Hall Desk 656-4800 Desk 656-2403 RD Office 858-8434 RD Office
Greek Community on the Quad Smith Hall Desk 656-0528 Desk 656-2130
RD Office 656-7578 RD Office
Geer Hall Stadium Residence Hall
Desk 656-2404 Desk 656-4800
RD Office 858-8614 RD Office
Holmes Hall Thornhill Village Apartments
Desk 656-1767 Desk 656-1257
RD Office 656-4386 RD Office
Johnstone A Young Hall
Desk 656-2366 Desk 656-2410
RD Office 858-8822 RD Office
Lever Hall Desk 656-7325 RD Office 656-0419
656-0422
656-0422
656-0670
656-5441
858-8448
858-8861
858-4230
656-4817
656-1258
858-8861
Additional University Phone Numbers Admissions 656-2287 Bookstore 656-2050 Bursarrsquos Office 656-2321 Career Center 656-6000 Computer Center Help Desk 656-3494 Counseling and Psychological
Services 656-2451 Fike Recreation Center 656-2315 Financial Aid 656-2280 Graduate Admissions 656-3195 Honors College 656-4762 ID Services 656-0763 International Programs
and Services 656-3614 Library 656-3027 Maintenance and Custodial 656-5450 Parking Services 656-2270 Pest Control 656-5450 Post Office 656-2351 Registrar 656-2171 ResCom Support 656-5441 Student Disability Services 656-6848 Student Government 656-2195 Telecommunications 656-2600 Visitors Center 656-4789
Main Housing Office (864) 656-2295 FAX (864) 656-7615
Additional information is available at our Web site wwwhousingclemsonedu
Equal Opportunity in Programs and Activities Federal laws prohibit discrimination under programs and activshy
ities receiving federal financial assistance The statutes listed below are applicable to Clemson University and provide in part
Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 ldquoNo person in the United States shall on the ground of race
color or national origin be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 ldquoNo person in the United States shall on the basis of sex be
excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subshyjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ldquoNo otherwise qualified disabled individual in the United
States shall solely by reason of their disability be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Clemson University Statement Regarding Nondiscrimination
Clemson University does not discriminate against any indishyvidual or group of individuals on the basis of age color disability gender national origin race religion sexual orientation or vetershy
anrsquos status
Clemson University conducts its programs and activities involving admission and treatment of students employment teachshying research and public service in a nondiscriminatory manner as prescribed by federal law and regulation
Inquiries concerning the above may be addressed to President Clemson University Clemson South Carolina 29634 or Director Office for Civil Rights Department of Education Washington DC 20201
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HomeDonrsquot Leave Without It
Herersquos a checklist of things to consider bringing for your room or apartmenthellip
Alarm clock Bathrobe Blankets Book bagbackpack Can opener Cleaning supplies Coffee pothot pot Desk lamp (not halogen) Electrical surge protector Fan First-aid supplies Flashlight Hairdryer Hot-air popcorn popper Iron Ironing board Lap desk Laundry supplies (detergent laundry basket hangers)
University Housing 200 Mell Hall Box 344075 Clemson SC 29634-4075 (864) 656-2295 FAX (864) 656-7615
wwwhousingclemsonedu
Laptop Mattress cover (extra-long for a twin bed) Pillows Plastic storage containers Radio Raincoat Room decorations (no candles or incense) School supplies Sheets (extra-long for twin bed) Shower caddy Telephone Television with cable cord Toiletries Towels Trash can Umbrella Vacuum cleaner
Required
CAT Bus Hours
Monday-Friday 622-300 am Saturday 800 pm-300 am Sunday 500 pm-300 am
Call (864) 654-CATS (2287) for more inshyformation and a system map The CAT office is located at 1200 Tiger Boulevard Suite 2
Yoursquove Got Mail
Each student will need to rent a post office box at the University Post Office located in the University Union You can sign up for a post office box online when you pay your fees The University will send you an email with your asshysigned box number and other information Post office boxes are rented from August to August In the summer mail is forwarded to your home address If you have questions please call (864) 656-2351 or email studpoclemsonedu
Laundry Day
Washers and dryers are provided on the ground level of each residence hall in Bryan Mall Calhoun Courts Commons Lightsey Bridge Comshymons and Thornhill Village Commons also have laundry facilities Clemson House has washers and dryers available in the basement Students who live on West Campus use the washers and dryers in the Dillard Building in the basement of
Holmes Hall and on the first floor of Stadium Resshyidence Hall Washers and dryers are also available in all the residence halls in the Greek Community on the Quad Donrsquot forget to bring your own iron and ironing board
The Healthy Way
Not feeling well Take a trip to Redfern Health Center Redfern consists of three divisions Medical Services Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) and Health EducationAlcohol and Drug Education All students who take seven or more credit hours during the fall and spring semesters are required to pay a health fee of $125 per semester If you register for three or more credit hours during each summer session you must pay a health fee of $45 per summer session The health fee provides for the professional services of the physicians psychologists and nurse pracshytitioners and for reduced costs of lab X-ray and pharmacy services The health fee also provides a secondary urgent-care insurance benefit that pays up to $500 per incident for expenses incurred in the treatment of urgent problems that arise when Redfern Health Center is closed
Primary health-care services are available Monday-Friday 800 am-500 pm You can be seen throughout the day by appointment at (864)
656-1541 The Nurses Clinic is available if you donrsquot have an appointment At this clinic yoursquoll be assessed by a nurse and receive care After hours if you have questions about your health-care needs you can call the Nursewise Line at 1-888-525-1333
Emergency transportation is provided by the Clemson University ambulance which is staffed with licensed EMTs 24 hours a day seven days a week After-hours health-care providers available (at your expense) include Anderson Area Medical Center Clemson Health Center (a private urgent health-care facility) Palmetto Baptist Medical Center Greenville Memorial Medical Center and Oconee Memorial Hospital
You already know that college is a big step in your life If yoursquore having trouble adjusting once you get here help is only a phone call away Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) provides mental health services for various issues including depression anxiety stress management anger management relationship violence sexual assault and addictions
Depending on the concern you may be seen in a group as a couple or individually Numerous groups are offered throughout the semester to help you learn specific skills such as stress management and assertiveness Other groups allow for pershysonal growth and integration A multidisciplinary approach to the treatment of eating disorders provides integration of medical nutritional and psychological services The LifeStyles program is a specialized approach to assist students with substance misuseabuse concerns After an evalushyation students are placed in psychoeducational groups and may receive group or individual counshyseling Each semester on a first-come first-served basis CAPS conducts a limited number of psyshychological evaluations for learning disabilities and attention disorders An on-site psychiatrist evalushyates and monitors studentsrsquo medication regimens as needed All services are confidential
For CAPS services call (864) 656-2451 for an appointment CAPS also offers a walk-in clinic from 1000 am to 230 pm where you can see a counselor on a first-come first-served basis for brief evaluation or emergency intervention Mental health crisis assistance and consultation are available 24 hours a day After hours and on weekends you can reach the on-call counselor by dialing the University police at (864) 656-2222 Most services are free to students some require a reduced fee Students who pay the health fee may receive 10 individual sessions per semester at no charge There is no limit for group sessions There are charges for LifeStyles psychiatric services and psychometric testing and this is discussed before services are rendered All services are provided by licensed psychologists licensed professional counshyselors certified addiction counselors predoctoral psychology interns or masterrsquos counseling interns
The Health Education area is committed to promoting healthy lifestyles and reducing high-risk behaviors The Alcohol and Drug Education area provides programming referrals counseling and instruction on University policies and personshyal issues associated with alcohol and drug use
Student Disability Services
Student Disability Services coordinates the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities in compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 All reasonable accommodations are individualized flexible and confidential based on the nature of the disability and the academic environment Students must provide documentation of the disability and request needed accommodations Variations in housing arrangements for student with disabilities must be coordinated through the Student Disabilshyity Office For information visit room G20 Redfern Health Center or call (864) 656-6848
23
24
Food for Thought
Meal Plans
Busy students need lots of ldquofuelrdquo Thatrsquos why Clemson offers six meal options to satisfy difshyferent eating habits Unlimited Access allows you to go to the dining halls as often as you like anytime theyrsquore open If you want anything from three meals a day to unlimited snacking this is the plan for you On the Any-Fifteen Plan you can choose 15 of the 21 meals offered each week If you have a hectic schedule or like to grab a bite
Dining Halls
All meal plans can be used in Harcombe Food Court Schilletter Dining Hall or Clemson House Harcombe and Schilletter serve all day so no matter what your schedule yoursquoll find food when you find the time
Harcombe
Monday-Friday Harcombe is closed on weekends
Breakfast 700-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-800 pm (Mon-Thurs)425-700 pm (Fri)
Schilletter
Monday-Friday Breakfast 700-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-800 pm (Sun-Thurs)425-700 pm (Fri-Sat)
Cookie Break 930-1030 pm (Mon-Thurs)
Saturday Breakfast 800-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-700 pm
Sunday Breakfast 800-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-800 pm
Cookie Break 930-1030 pm
Clemson House
If yoursquore looking for more of a restaurant atshymosphere try the Clemson House There are four ways you can choose to pay for your meal You may use your meal plan as a cash equivalency to purchase a-la-carte meals (Unlimited Access used once per meal period and only for the ldquostudent specialrdquo entree at the Clemson House) you may select the student special on your meal plan you may pay in cash or you may use the Tiger 1 Card
Monday-Friday Breakfast 700-930 am
Lunch 1100 am-130 pm
Dinner 430-730 pm
Saturday Breakfast 800-930 am
Lunch 1100 am-130 pm
Dinner 430-730 pm
Sunday Brunch 1030 am-130 pm
Dinner 430-730 pm
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here and there the Any-Ten Plan lets you choose 10 of the 21 meals offered each week
The Unlimited Access Plus Any Ten and Plus Any Fifteen plans offer the same benefits as their counterparts with one big difference They add ldquoPaw Pointsrdquo to your TigerStripe Account which can be used the same as cash at any dining facility on campus Check the Dining Services Web site at wwwclemsonedudining for a complete list of places to eat
26
Beds Aloft
Whatrsquos a loft Itrsquos a raised frame built up from the floor to hold a bed Students like them because they provide more floor space for things such as futons and TVs
However using a lofted bed means that you may be sleeping as much as five feet off the floor and thatrsquos a long way down Because of these safety concerns our enthusiasm for lofts is limited Many factors are involved in designing a safe loft and there are significant risks involved in using an improperly designed or constructed loft Conseshyquently we strongly discourage the construction and use of ldquohomemaderdquo lofts But we provide two options as alternatives to building your own loft
First much of the bed furniture that we provide is modular and already designed to be bunkable andor loftable This furniture has been properly enshygineered and built with strength and safety in mind Your RA can show you how it works and provide you with any special connectors needed for lofting or bunking This is definitely the preferred way to go from the standpoint of safety and convenience
Second if you want to rent or purchase a loft we suggest you use one of the services provided by either the University Bookstore or Student Govshyernment To rent lofts from Collegiate Concepts (sponsored by Student Government) visit www loftconceptscom or call 1-888-929-0806 Collegiate Concepts offers a pre-delivery service so the loft can be delivered to your room (unassembled) before you arrive The University Bookstore has literature available on a company called Timbernest or go onshyline to wwwtimbernestcom for more information on their lofts Clemsonrsquos college code for Timbernest is CF74 Details on pricing delivery and pickup are available from each company
However if you still intend to build your own loft we insist that you use specific construction guidelines which are available on our Web site at wwwhousingclemsonedu Printed copies are also available from the University Housing office These are strict construction guidelines mdash and for your safety and the safety of others mdash they are not negoshytiable
Lofts may be used in most traditional resishydence halls Outside lofts (purchased rented or constructed) are NOT allowed in any of the apartshyment areas the Greek Community on the Quad the Clemson House or any of the suite-style buildshyings However all of these areas are furnished with modular furniture that is bunkable andor loftable
Leave ldquoFluffyrdquo at Home
Unless ldquoFluffyrdquo is the name of your fish you canrsquot bring him to live in your room The only pets you may have in the residence halls or apartments are fish (tank size limited to 10 gallons or less) That means no dogs no cats no lizards no snakes no frogs no monkeys no birds Campus life just doesnrsquot suit having a pet Many of your fellow students are allergic to anishymals and most animals carry parasites such as fleas ticks and mites
One of the saddest things on campus is the growing number of stray cats and the wild kittens they produce Some strays are here because softshyhearted students saw the cute little kittens and took them back to their room only to be cited for a rule violation and charged $50 There are also students who abandon their pets at the end of the school year It is sad to see these strays but keep in mind that when you feed them they will start to depend on you for their meals So if you truly love animals donrsquot become a part of the problem
When you see an abandoned animal conshytact a Housing representative Wersquoll try to find it a good home or it will be taken to a local shelter for adoption
Wild Things
Parts of the University are in wooded areas where many woodland creatures make their home Yoursquoll see an occasional squirrel scampershying around and sometimes even catch a glimpse of a skunk or opossum However if an animal beshycomes confrontational stay calm leave quickly and report it to the nearest Housing official
Bugging Out
If yoursquore from a colder climate get ready for a shock If yoursquore from the South yoursquove seen them before bugs We love South Carolinarsquos mild winters but so do the bugs These pests can be aggravating but if we work together we
Fish Tales
can control the problem The University has a contract with a privately owned pest control company Buildings are inspected monthly and treated as needed
You can also help fight these little invaders Be aware of how pests enter your room Someshytimes they come in with items that have been stored outside or in a book bag that was left in the grass with food inside Or they might venture in through opened doors or windows Once inshyside theyrsquoll find food and water and yoursquoll have bugs for roommates These are some additional things you can do
bull Report sightings of pests to the Housing Mainshytenance Office at (864) 656-5450
bull Keep all opened food items sealed in plastic containers
Wh
atrsquos
In a
nd
Ou
t
27
Saf
ety
Ru
les
at C
U
Play It
Safe
29
bull Keep all makeup and toiletry containers closed bull Keep your room clean bull Empty your trash can daily bull Work to reduce pest entryways bull Turn in maintenance problems promptly bull Wipe up spills as they occur bull Clean the refrigerator regularly (and in apartshy
ments donrsquot forget the stoves sinks and counter-tops too)
Be a Tiger Conservationist
When you live in University housing we ask you to practice good environmental and consershyvation habits Make efficient use of all resources Conserving water and electricity are two of the most important things you can do to make a positive imshypact such as not letting the water run in the sink while you brush your teeth or shave
Always put trash in its proper place Littering (inside or outside the buildings) is not permitted under any circumstances In short take responsibilshyity for your own actions If you make a mess please clean it up
We also ask you to reduce recycle and reuse materials whenever possible The University has an award-winning recycling program in which all facshyulty staff and students make a difference University Housing also promotes the Lighten Your Load proshygram at the end of the spring semester This program allows students to donate unwanted items to local charities which decreases the number of things they have to take home or store Itrsquos also a worthwhile opportunity to help others
As you spend your time in University buildshyings and around campus look for ways to support sustainable living and get involved in helping to conserve our precious natural resources
On Campus
Clemson is a small friendly community with little violent crime and fewer of the crime and safety problems that plague larger cities However neither the University nor the community is crime free The problems of drug and alcohol abuse acquaintance rape and other crimes affect every campus community
Thatrsquos why Clemson University has a professhysional police force of more than 30 full-time police officers who are graduates of the SC Criminal Justice Academy Theyrsquore more than just ldquocampus security officersrdquo As commissioned officers they have reporting responsibilities to the University the State Law Enforcement Division (SLED) and the court
Even before passage of the ldquoStudent Right to Know and Campus Security Act of 1990rdquo Clemson voluntarily reported its crime statistics to the FBI and has done so since 1980
Clemson also has a staff of student life proshyfessionals who are continually trained in crime prevention building security personal safety counseling victim assistance student discipline and other areas They ensure that the policies procedures and educational programs are in place to educate students about personal safety and to respond quickly and effectively to problems in campus housing and elsewhere
The campus and its physical facilities are maintained with safety in mind In recent years the University has invested heavily in improved lighting emergency telephones and security-conshyscious landscape design and maintenance In other words Clemson University is committed to proshyviding a safe and secure environment for students faculty and staff
The prompt reporting of crimes is encouraged If you have a problem at Clemson we want to know about it And we work hard to make sure ldquothe systemrdquo will be responsive to your needs
30
Additional information on security policies is contained in the Student Handbook and in the Campus Safety Report which also contains statistics on crime at the University and in the city of Clemson
A Word About Alcohol
One of the greatest potential problems facing all freshmen is the temptation to ldquoparty hardrdquo We want our students to have fun and enjoy themselves but we take a strong stance against not only the use of ilshylegal drugs but also against underage drinking and the abuse of alcohol by those of any age
The legal drinking age in South Carolina is 21 Consequently the possession or consumption of alcoshyhol in any form by anyone under age 21 is against the law and is therefore prohibited on the Clemson University campus Violations of this law and related University policies are considered very serious offensshyes and the penalties can be significant
We say this to you our new students because we want you to be successful in every way here at Clemson Experience has shown us that many students ignore or trivialize the issue of underage drinking Please donrsquot make that mistake This is a serious issue with serious consequences
Sure you can have fun But use your head Have fun legally and use good judgment That way everyshyone wins
Hall Security and Card Access
University Housing has a perimeter card access system installed in all campus residence halls Perimshyeter card access is a system that allows you to use your student ID card to enter certain exterior doors of the residence halls The system is designed to deny enshytrance into the residence halls by people who do not have permission to enter In order for this system to work we need your help Please donrsquot allow anyone to follow you in a door donrsquot allow anyone to use your ID card and never prop open a door for any reason
Your Personal Safety
We make every effort to maintain a safe campus for all students However there are some things you can do for your own safety
bull Walk in groups of two or more after dark bull Never hesitate to use the CUPDrsquos (Clemson
University Police Departmentrsquos) free Escort Sershyvice Call (864) 656-2222
bull Ride the free Clemson Area Transit (CAT) bus sershyvice
bull Walk in well-lighted well-traveled areas bull Make sure someone knows where you are and when
you expect to return bull Dress for freedom of movement mdash donrsquot wear conshy
fining or uncomfortable clothing bull After dark have your keys ready before you get to
your room apartment or car park in a well-lighted area
bull Always look into the back seat of your car and unshyder your car before getting in Also lock your doors while driving
bull Always lock your roomapartment door at night or while sleeping
bull If you receive annoying or obscene phone calls hang up and report the call to the CUPD
bull Always find out who is on the other side of the door before you open it
bull Take note of where the outdoor campus phones are located
Emergency Telephone Numbers
UniversityPoliceDepartment 911
FireDepartment 911
RedfernHealthCenter 656-2233
Ambulance 911
RapeCrisisHotline 868-7599
CAPS 656-2451
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What You Need to Know About Physical and Sexual Assault
These strategies also have been found to help you avoid or prevent assaults
bull Be on the alert be aware of danger early bull Yell flee kick bull Display outrage rather than fear bull If your life is in danger use passive resistance (vomshy
it urinate tell the attacker you are diseased)
If you are a victim or know a victim of an assault follow these guidelines
bull Call police (911) Get medical attention immedishyately At a health-care facility you will be seen by a physician and you can talk with an assault specialshyist (Your identity will be protected at all times)
bull Report the crime to the CUPD Even if you choose not to press charges you may save another victim from the same fate If you think yoursquore going to press charges do not bathe or destroy any evidence such as clothing
bull Try to get an accurate description of the assailantrsquos appearance what was said or any other information that will assist police
ldquoDate rape drugsrdquo are present on most college campuses and they have been found in Clemson Do not take a drink from an open container or from a
drink not prepared in your presence Never leave a drink unattended Know who you are with Report all suspicious acts or persons to CUPD at (864) 656-2222 (or 911) More information about your safety will be available when you arrive on campus For additional information about staying safe keeping your things safe and getting a list of safety tips visit stuaffclemson educupd
Keeping Your Things Safe
bull Before coming to campus have identification numshybers engraved on your valuable belongings such as laptops bikes stereos etc and register them with the CUPD
bull Examine your parentsrsquo homeowners policy and be sure your personal property is insured
bull Always close and lock your doors and windows whenever you go to bed and whenever you leave your room or apartment even if yoursquore just going away for a few minutes Never loan out your key and report a lost key immediately to your RA If you canrsquot find your key see your RA about a recore (See Key Policy on page 35)
bull Donrsquot keep a lot of cash in your room bull Follow all visitation and escort policies bull Register your property with the Police Department
at stuaffclemsoneducupd
32
Fire Safety
Fire safety in a residence hall or apartment is everyonersquos responsibility Itrsquos important that you not only follow fire safety procedures but report all violashytions or fire hazards to your RA immediately bull Smoke only in designated areas NEVER IN BED bull Turn off electric blankets irons lamps and curling
irons right after use bull Never cover lamps with any material for any reason bull Candles and other open flame devices are not
allowed in residence halls or apartments (not even for decoration)
bull Halogen lamps are not permitted in residence halls or apartments
bull Check the smoke detector in your area weekly Go to your hall or apartment front desk for replacement batteries If you have a fire extinguisher in your area check it too
bull Keep hallways and exit paths clear at all times bull Do not overload circuits by plugging too many applishy
ances into one outlet If two or more appliances with a combined wattage of more than 1500 watts are used you must have an Underwriter Laboratory-apshyproved power strip with a built-in circuit breaker (15 amp or less)
bull Extension cords shall not be used as a substitute for permanent wiring
bull Extension cords must not be used in succession or in conjunction with power strips
bull If you see a fire immediately move to a safe area and call 911 to report the fire
bull If your clothing catches on fire drop to the floor and roll back and forth until the flame is out
bull ALWAYS take fire alarms seriously and leave the building by assigned routes
bull Gas grills may not be used or stored in any residential area (including apartments)
bull All curtains decorations or displays used in windows must be made of flame-resistive materials
bull Do not tamper with or remove any fire detection deshyvice and do not hang anything from a sprinkler head
Thatrsquos theRule Since yoursquore new here you probably have a lot
of questions about living on campus This section will give you a better idea of your rights on campus as well as Clemson Universityrsquos regulations put in place for your safety and well-being Our policies are creshyated to make an atmosphere that helps all students enjoy and benefit from their university experience
Alcohol Policy The Universityrsquos policies on the possession and
consumption of alcohol are the same as the municipal ordinances and state and federal laws For students of legal drinking age the University does not restrict the possesshysion or consumption of alcohol in your private residence (your room or apartment) except in certain residence halls designated as alcohol-free However in public areas outside of your residence you may not have an open container of an alcoholic beverage of any kind Public areas include residence hall lobbies utilitystudy rooms hallways and areas immediately outside residence halls and apartments Possession consumption or display of alcohol or alcohol containers is not permitted in any area designated as alshycohol-free A number of residence halls are designated as totally alcohol-free These include Johnstone Main and
Annex Benet Young Geer Sanders Byrnes Lever Manning Smith Barnett Mauldin and Holmes For deshytailed information concerning the consumption of alcohol in University housing contact your RD or area housing office Also refer to your Student Handbook
Asbestos Some areas of University housing have asbestos-conshy
taining materials present A licensed asbestos abatement team manages these materials Students especially those erecting and using lofts should use caution and not disturb any sprayed-on ceiling materials Any questions concernshying the asbestos materials locations and hazards should be referred to the Housing Facilities Office or the Asbestos Abatement Program director at (864) 656-4930 for further clarification
Banners and Signs Hanging banners on residence halls is a good way
to campaign for office announce an event or show your school spirit But before displaying your sign check with your RA or RD to find out where signs may be displayed If you put up a banner yoursquore responsible for taking it down no later than 24 hours after itrsquos ldquoold newsrdquo Be sure all the tape remains are removed too
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pu
s S
avvy
33
bull Keep all outside doors locked Propping outside doors for easy re-entry makes the entire building less secure and is considered a very serious violashytion of policy
bull Keep your room door locked bull Report all suspicious activities and individuals to
the desk staff night security officers and the poshylice
bull Always lock your car and never leave valuables in your car
bull Register your bicycle with the campus police and always lock it securely through the wheels and frame
bull Park your car in the designated lots if you leave it on campus during breaks
Visit stuaffclemsoneducupd for additional inforshymation
34
Candles Incense Fireworks Firearms Inflammables and Explosives
Due to concerns for fire safety and personal safety having or using any items that might be classified under these headshyings is strictly forbidden in University housing Violations of this policy could result in suspension from the University eviction from University housing andor separation from the University
Clearance Cards This term refers to the large card also called a ldquoRoom
Property Certificaterdquo that each resident is required to review and sign during the first 24 hours after moving into University housing The card has a space for you to report any missing or damaged property in your room or apartment Itrsquos very important that you check the card carefully and return it to your RA If you donrsquot at the end of the year you could be held responsible for anything wrong with your room or apartment regardless of its condition when you moved in
Cooking Housing has restrictions against cooking in residence hall
rooms (not apartments) for a couple of reasons 1) Fire safety 2) Sanitation Anything you can prepare in a thermostatically conshy
trolled percolator or a hot-air popcorn popper is legal You may also use the combination microwaverefrigerator-freezer (Microfridge) available for rent from Student Government Any other type of cooking equipment must be stored and used in your residence hall kitchen not in your room Violations of this policy will result in a $50 charge Gas grills may not be used or stored in any residence hall or apartment area
Damages Communal Property Your contract explains that when hallways bathrooms
elevators and other public areas in a residence facility receive undue abuse we expect the assistance of the residents of that area in finding the person(s) responsible When the person(s) cannot be identified all residents will be required to pay a proshyrated share of repairing such damages
Damages Rooms or Apartments As your University Housing Contract explains yoursquore
responsible for any damages that happen in your room or apartment while you live here If damages are accidental you must still pay repair costs When damages are the result of vandalism the person(s) responsible must not only pay for reshypairs but may also face disciplinary proceedings
Drugs All University officials including Housing officials will
assist and cooperate with law enforcement personnel as they
perform their duties in controlling the possession and use of illegal substances on campus Students convicted of violations of state or federal laws are subject to further disciplinary action by the University
Fire Safety On-campus residents can help keep their homes and their
neighbors safe from fire by following all Housing regulations concerning candles fireworks explosives halogen lamps the use of electrical equipment and general safety standards Any student who willfully compromises the safety of fellow residents by tampering with fire safety equipment or sounding false alarms will be subject to criminal prosecution eviction from University housing andor separation from the Univershysity Students who fail to evacuate when an alarm sounds are also subject to disciplinary action
Furniture Removal Every piece of furniture in your room or apartment at the
time you move in must stay in the roomapartment for the entire time you live there You may not remove store or trade furnishings There is an automatic $50 charge for violating this policy
Guns See ldquoCandles Incense Fireworks etcrdquo
Harassment It is the policy of Clemson University to conduct and
provide programs activities and services to students faculty and staff in an atmosphere free from racial or sexual harassshyment Harassment is any behavior that would verbally or physically threaten torment badger heckle or persecute an individual because of hisher race or gender Harassment of University faculty staff students or visitors is prohibited and shall subject the offender to appropriate disciplinary action Students who feel that they have been subjected to racial or sexual harassment should seek advice from the Office of Human Resources
Housing Contract You are required to sign a University Housing Contract
each year when you reserve a room or apartment and itrsquos important that you read your copy carefully Be sure you unshyderstand that the contract is binding for an entire academic year You canrsquot move off campus after first semester unless you meet very specific conditions outlined in the contract If yoursquore thinking about moving off campus talk with someone in University Housing before you make your plans
Incident Reports Residentapartment assistants and resident directors are
charged with the responsibility of confronting and working with students who break University or Housing policies Such violations are documented through incident reports which are completed and submitted by RAs and RDs Once a student violates a policy and an incident report is completed a Housing administrator deshycides how the infraction is to be handled Violations of policy may be dealt with administratively or through the Office of Student Conduct
Key Policy When you first report to your room or apartment yoursquoll be
issued one key free of charge If you lose your key and need a temshyporary replacement you may check one out from the desk for your area If you donrsquot find your lost key within 24 hours your lock must be changed and new keys cut The resulting cost is $50 When you check out of University housing your key must be returned or rekeying will be necessary and you will be charged for the service
Ledges Roofs Attics and Equipment Rooms The University Housing Contract expressly describes
these areas as ldquooff-limitsrdquo In the interest of your personal safety we expect your cooperation in this matter
Lofts Lofts may be used in most traditional residence hall
rooms See page 26 for more details on lofts Lofting is NOT permitted in Holmes McCabe or the Stadium Resishydence halls the Clemson House the Greek Community on the Quad or any of the apartment areas
Lounges Many residence hall lounges are open for use by all
residents on an unlimited basis Others however may be reserved for private gatherings of residents or student orshyganizations through the appropriate area office
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24
11
2
123
3
7
8 9
56 4
D
CP-3
P-4
E-3
E-10
E-5
E-14
E-7
E-4
E-6
E-8E-9
E-11
E-12
E-16
E-32E-15
R-2 R-3C-12C-5C-4
C-9C-7
C-6
C-10C-3C-13
D
C
Quiet Hours Quiet hours are in effect 24 hours a day Strict quiet hours
are in effect from 700 pm until 800 am meaning there should be no disturbing noise in the residence halls and apartshyments At least one week before final exams and through the examination period strict quiet hours are to be observed 24 hours a day
Roofs See ldquoLedges Roofs Attics etcrdquo
Room and Apartment Changes
Employee (Green Permit) Restricted as Posted Commuting Student (Orange Permit) and Employee Resident Student (Blue Permit)No room or apartment changes may be made unless a
formal request has been submitted to the Housing office and approval has been received Performing an illegal room change
Parking Designations
Apartment (Purple Permit) Clemson House Resident Student (Purple Permit)
carries an automatic charge of $50 Questions about changes may be directed at any time to the assistant director of housshying administrative services-assignments at 200 Mell Hall Call (864) 656-2295 to make an appointment
Sales and Solicitation To protect your right to privacy in your residence hall
room or apartment the University has strict guidelines on fund-raisers promotions or sales on campus All solicitation must be approved by the Office of Programs and Activities so be sure to contact this office at (864) 656-4636 or 656-4357 if you have a sale or fund-raiser in mind Also if your right to privacy in your hall or apartment is ever violated by a door-toshydoor canvasser please report it immediately to the RA or RD for your area
Showers Members of the opposite sex are not allowed to use the
shower facilities of the residence halls that are served by comshymunal bathrooms
Smoke-free Halls All residence halls are designated as totally smoke-free
areas Apartment areas are self-regulated in regard to smoking
Visitation Members of the opposite sex are allowed in rooms and
apartments every day based upon the visitation for that area All residence halls with communal baths have a Standard Visshyitation plan 1000-200 am every day Areas with private or suite baths have a Self-Regulated plan that allows occupants to set visitation hours by mutual agreement at the beginning of each year or whenever occupancy changes
Window TreatmentsDisplays All curtains decorations or displays used in windows must
be made of flame-resistive materials
Emergency Call Station
C-11
C-2 E-2
R-1
19 E-20
R-4 E-1
21
15
A 20 E-13 22
14A 16
C-1 12 P-2
17 13
P-1 18
BB
36
Employee (Green Permit)Restricted as PostedCommuting Student (Orange Permit) and EmployeeResident Student (Blue Permit)Apartment (Purple Permit)Clemson House Resident Student (Purple Permit)Emergency Call Station
Parking Designations
P-1
P-2
E-2
E-1
E-10
E-13
E-20
R-1
R-4
C-1
C-2
A
B
Campus Map
E-8 E-9 P-4
C-11 C-4 C-5 E-7C C-12 R-2 R-3
P-3
E-3 C-13 C-3 C-10
C-7 C-9
E-4
E-16 C-6 DE-14
E-15 E-32
E-5
E-12
E-6
E-11
1 Johnstone A and A Annex
The Suites 2 McCabe 3 Holmes 4 Stadium Residence Hall
The Shoeboxes 5 Geer 6 Sanders 7 Benet 8 Young 9 Cope
10 Clemson House
Bryan Mall 11 Mauldin 12 Barnett 13 Smith 14 Manning 15 Lever 16 Byrnes
The Apartments 17 Calhoun Courts 18 Thornhill Village 19 Lightsey Bridge I 20 Lightsey Bridge II
Clemsonrsquos Greek Community on the Quad 21 Bowen 22 Bradley 23 Donaldson 24 Wannamaker 25 Norris 26 Simpson North 27 Simpson South
28 Hendrix Student Center
Dining Halls 29 Schilletter 30 Harcombe 31 Clemson House
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Campus Get
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Campus Entry A
From Anderson on Highway 76 Pass the SC National Guard (on right) at stopshylight turn left onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) From EasleyGreenville on Highway 123 Turn left onto Highway 76 at the Ramada Inn Go under Highway 93 (do not exit) at stoplight turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road the next road to the right) From Central on Highway 93 Exit onto Highway 76 toward Anderson Stay right at stoplight turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road)
Campus Entry B
From Anderson on Highway 76 Exit onto Highway 93 Clemson University Exit From EasleyGreenville on Highway 123 Exit onto Highway 93 at Clemson University Exit From Seneca on Highway 123 Follow Highway 123 Turn right on Highway 76 Turn right onto Highway 93 at Clemson University Exit From Central on Highway 93 Go straight onto camshypus
Campus Entry C
From Seneca on Highway 123 Bear right onto Highway 93 to Clemson University Go across bridge turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road)
Campus Entry D
From Seneca on Highway 123 Bear right onto Highway 93 to Clemson University Go across bridge pass Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) turn right at next stoplight onto Williamson Road
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Bryan Mall Byrnes Manning Lever Smith Barnett and Mauldin Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station turn right at Cherry Road Turn left into Bryan Mall at stop sign If parking is full you may park in the green spaces along Cherry Road
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass football stadium and Strom Thurmond Institute turn left onto Cherry Road Enter Bryan Mall by turning left at stop sign If parking is full you may park in the green spaces along Cherry Road Pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
The Stadium Residence Hall and the Shoeboxes Cope Benet Young Geer and Sanders Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station go through traffic signal at Cherry Road pass Strom Thurmond Institute and turn right onto Williamson Road Follow Williamson Road to stop sign Continue straight after stop sign turn right on South Palmetto Boulevard and imshymediately turn left into Sirrine parking lot or go straight on Williamson Road until Fort Hill Street turn right and park behind Geer or Sanders halls
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Go past the football stadium (on your left) and turn left onto Williamson Road You can then either turn right onto South Palmetto Boulevard and immediately left into the Sirrine parking lot or you can take a chance on finding a slot in the loading docks behind the halls by continushying on Williamson Road and turning right onto Fort Hill Street Pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
Johnstone Hall Sections A and A Annex
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to the second stoplight veer left toward Tillman Hall You will approach Tillman Hall You can either park on the street near Tillman or behind Tillman You may pick up your key in the University Union loggia
Holmes and McCabe Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to the second stoplight veer left toward Tillman Hall turn left at Calhoun Drive and turn right at Fort Hill Street
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry D Turn right onto Williamson Road and left onto Fort Hill Street Park in any available space and pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
Lightsey Bridge
From Anderson EasleyGreenville and Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station turn right onto Lightsey Bridge Road
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass football stadium Strom Thurmond Institute Cherry Road and Resident Parking Lot turn left onto Lightsey Bridge Road Report to desk at Lightsey Bridge Commons Building to check in and pick up your key
Thornhill Village
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Turn at the first left onto Newman Road Park near assigned apartment report to Thornhill Village Commons Building to check in and pick up key Residents may leave cars parked in adjashycent resident spaces after unloading
Calhoun Courts
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Turn at first left onto Newman Road Go through Thornhill Village turn right onto Morrison Street Park and walk to Calhoun Courts Commons Building to check in and get your key You may then move your car to the street near your apartshyment to unload
Clemson House
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to first stoplight turn right onto North Palmetto Boushylevard You can follow that road to the front of Clemson House or turn right immediately on Lee Street and turn left on Daniel Drive Pick up your key at the front desk You may park in any marked space to unload
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Call UsBarnett Hall Lightsey Bridge I Apartments Desk 656-2130 Desk 656-1150 RD Office 858-4230 RD Office
Benet Hall Lightsey Bridge II Apartments Desk 656-2349 Desk 656-1150 RD Office 858-8614 RD Office
Byrnes Hall Manning Hall Desk 656-2140 Desk 656-2311 RD Office 656-0420 RD Office
Calhoun Courts Apartments Mauldin Hall Desk 656-2341 Desk 656-2130 RD Office 656-0421 RD Office
Clemson House McCabe Hall Desk 656-2075 Desk 656-1767 RD Office 656-1841 RD Office
Cope Hall Sanders Hall Desk 656-4800 Desk 656-2403 RD Office 858-8434 RD Office
Greek Community on the Quad Smith Hall Desk 656-0528 Desk 656-2130
RD Office 656-7578 RD Office
Geer Hall Stadium Residence Hall
Desk 656-2404 Desk 656-4800
RD Office 858-8614 RD Office
Holmes Hall Thornhill Village Apartments
Desk 656-1767 Desk 656-1257
RD Office 656-4386 RD Office
Johnstone A Young Hall
Desk 656-2366 Desk 656-2410
RD Office 858-8822 RD Office
Lever Hall Desk 656-7325 RD Office 656-0419
656-0422
656-0422
656-0670
656-5441
858-8448
858-8861
858-4230
656-4817
656-1258
858-8861
Additional University Phone Numbers Admissions 656-2287 Bookstore 656-2050 Bursarrsquos Office 656-2321 Career Center 656-6000 Computer Center Help Desk 656-3494 Counseling and Psychological
Services 656-2451 Fike Recreation Center 656-2315 Financial Aid 656-2280 Graduate Admissions 656-3195 Honors College 656-4762 ID Services 656-0763 International Programs
and Services 656-3614 Library 656-3027 Maintenance and Custodial 656-5450 Parking Services 656-2270 Pest Control 656-5450 Post Office 656-2351 Registrar 656-2171 ResCom Support 656-5441 Student Disability Services 656-6848 Student Government 656-2195 Telecommunications 656-2600 Visitors Center 656-4789
Main Housing Office (864) 656-2295 FAX (864) 656-7615
Additional information is available at our Web site wwwhousingclemsonedu
Equal Opportunity in Programs and Activities Federal laws prohibit discrimination under programs and activshy
ities receiving federal financial assistance The statutes listed below are applicable to Clemson University and provide in part
Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 ldquoNo person in the United States shall on the ground of race
color or national origin be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 ldquoNo person in the United States shall on the basis of sex be
excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subshyjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ldquoNo otherwise qualified disabled individual in the United
States shall solely by reason of their disability be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Clemson University Statement Regarding Nondiscrimination
Clemson University does not discriminate against any indishyvidual or group of individuals on the basis of age color disability gender national origin race religion sexual orientation or vetershy
anrsquos status
Clemson University conducts its programs and activities involving admission and treatment of students employment teachshying research and public service in a nondiscriminatory manner as prescribed by federal law and regulation
Inquiries concerning the above may be addressed to President Clemson University Clemson South Carolina 29634 or Director Office for Civil Rights Department of Education Washington DC 20201
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HomeDonrsquot Leave Without It
Herersquos a checklist of things to consider bringing for your room or apartmenthellip
Alarm clock Bathrobe Blankets Book bagbackpack Can opener Cleaning supplies Coffee pothot pot Desk lamp (not halogen) Electrical surge protector Fan First-aid supplies Flashlight Hairdryer Hot-air popcorn popper Iron Ironing board Lap desk Laundry supplies (detergent laundry basket hangers)
University Housing 200 Mell Hall Box 344075 Clemson SC 29634-4075 (864) 656-2295 FAX (864) 656-7615
wwwhousingclemsonedu
Laptop Mattress cover (extra-long for a twin bed) Pillows Plastic storage containers Radio Raincoat Room decorations (no candles or incense) School supplies Sheets (extra-long for twin bed) Shower caddy Telephone Television with cable cord Toiletries Towels Trash can Umbrella Vacuum cleaner
Required
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Food for Thought
Meal Plans
Busy students need lots of ldquofuelrdquo Thatrsquos why Clemson offers six meal options to satisfy difshyferent eating habits Unlimited Access allows you to go to the dining halls as often as you like anytime theyrsquore open If you want anything from three meals a day to unlimited snacking this is the plan for you On the Any-Fifteen Plan you can choose 15 of the 21 meals offered each week If you have a hectic schedule or like to grab a bite
Dining Halls
All meal plans can be used in Harcombe Food Court Schilletter Dining Hall or Clemson House Harcombe and Schilletter serve all day so no matter what your schedule yoursquoll find food when you find the time
Harcombe
Monday-Friday Harcombe is closed on weekends
Breakfast 700-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-800 pm (Mon-Thurs)425-700 pm (Fri)
Schilletter
Monday-Friday Breakfast 700-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-800 pm (Sun-Thurs)425-700 pm (Fri-Sat)
Cookie Break 930-1030 pm (Mon-Thurs)
Saturday Breakfast 800-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-700 pm
Sunday Breakfast 800-1045 am
Lunch 1045 am-425 pm
Dinner 425-800 pm
Cookie Break 930-1030 pm
Clemson House
If yoursquore looking for more of a restaurant atshymosphere try the Clemson House There are four ways you can choose to pay for your meal You may use your meal plan as a cash equivalency to purchase a-la-carte meals (Unlimited Access used once per meal period and only for the ldquostudent specialrdquo entree at the Clemson House) you may select the student special on your meal plan you may pay in cash or you may use the Tiger 1 Card
Monday-Friday Breakfast 700-930 am
Lunch 1100 am-130 pm
Dinner 430-730 pm
Saturday Breakfast 800-930 am
Lunch 1100 am-130 pm
Dinner 430-730 pm
Sunday Brunch 1030 am-130 pm
Dinner 430-730 pm
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here and there the Any-Ten Plan lets you choose 10 of the 21 meals offered each week
The Unlimited Access Plus Any Ten and Plus Any Fifteen plans offer the same benefits as their counterparts with one big difference They add ldquoPaw Pointsrdquo to your TigerStripe Account which can be used the same as cash at any dining facility on campus Check the Dining Services Web site at wwwclemsonedudining for a complete list of places to eat
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Beds Aloft
Whatrsquos a loft Itrsquos a raised frame built up from the floor to hold a bed Students like them because they provide more floor space for things such as futons and TVs
However using a lofted bed means that you may be sleeping as much as five feet off the floor and thatrsquos a long way down Because of these safety concerns our enthusiasm for lofts is limited Many factors are involved in designing a safe loft and there are significant risks involved in using an improperly designed or constructed loft Conseshyquently we strongly discourage the construction and use of ldquohomemaderdquo lofts But we provide two options as alternatives to building your own loft
First much of the bed furniture that we provide is modular and already designed to be bunkable andor loftable This furniture has been properly enshygineered and built with strength and safety in mind Your RA can show you how it works and provide you with any special connectors needed for lofting or bunking This is definitely the preferred way to go from the standpoint of safety and convenience
Second if you want to rent or purchase a loft we suggest you use one of the services provided by either the University Bookstore or Student Govshyernment To rent lofts from Collegiate Concepts (sponsored by Student Government) visit www loftconceptscom or call 1-888-929-0806 Collegiate Concepts offers a pre-delivery service so the loft can be delivered to your room (unassembled) before you arrive The University Bookstore has literature available on a company called Timbernest or go onshyline to wwwtimbernestcom for more information on their lofts Clemsonrsquos college code for Timbernest is CF74 Details on pricing delivery and pickup are available from each company
However if you still intend to build your own loft we insist that you use specific construction guidelines which are available on our Web site at wwwhousingclemsonedu Printed copies are also available from the University Housing office These are strict construction guidelines mdash and for your safety and the safety of others mdash they are not negoshytiable
Lofts may be used in most traditional resishydence halls Outside lofts (purchased rented or constructed) are NOT allowed in any of the apartshyment areas the Greek Community on the Quad the Clemson House or any of the suite-style buildshyings However all of these areas are furnished with modular furniture that is bunkable andor loftable
Leave ldquoFluffyrdquo at Home
Unless ldquoFluffyrdquo is the name of your fish you canrsquot bring him to live in your room The only pets you may have in the residence halls or apartments are fish (tank size limited to 10 gallons or less) That means no dogs no cats no lizards no snakes no frogs no monkeys no birds Campus life just doesnrsquot suit having a pet Many of your fellow students are allergic to anishymals and most animals carry parasites such as fleas ticks and mites
One of the saddest things on campus is the growing number of stray cats and the wild kittens they produce Some strays are here because softshyhearted students saw the cute little kittens and took them back to their room only to be cited for a rule violation and charged $50 There are also students who abandon their pets at the end of the school year It is sad to see these strays but keep in mind that when you feed them they will start to depend on you for their meals So if you truly love animals donrsquot become a part of the problem
When you see an abandoned animal conshytact a Housing representative Wersquoll try to find it a good home or it will be taken to a local shelter for adoption
Wild Things
Parts of the University are in wooded areas where many woodland creatures make their home Yoursquoll see an occasional squirrel scampershying around and sometimes even catch a glimpse of a skunk or opossum However if an animal beshycomes confrontational stay calm leave quickly and report it to the nearest Housing official
Bugging Out
If yoursquore from a colder climate get ready for a shock If yoursquore from the South yoursquove seen them before bugs We love South Carolinarsquos mild winters but so do the bugs These pests can be aggravating but if we work together we
Fish Tales
can control the problem The University has a contract with a privately owned pest control company Buildings are inspected monthly and treated as needed
You can also help fight these little invaders Be aware of how pests enter your room Someshytimes they come in with items that have been stored outside or in a book bag that was left in the grass with food inside Or they might venture in through opened doors or windows Once inshyside theyrsquoll find food and water and yoursquoll have bugs for roommates These are some additional things you can do
bull Report sightings of pests to the Housing Mainshytenance Office at (864) 656-5450
bull Keep all opened food items sealed in plastic containers
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Play It
Safe
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bull Keep all makeup and toiletry containers closed bull Keep your room clean bull Empty your trash can daily bull Work to reduce pest entryways bull Turn in maintenance problems promptly bull Wipe up spills as they occur bull Clean the refrigerator regularly (and in apartshy
ments donrsquot forget the stoves sinks and counter-tops too)
Be a Tiger Conservationist
When you live in University housing we ask you to practice good environmental and consershyvation habits Make efficient use of all resources Conserving water and electricity are two of the most important things you can do to make a positive imshypact such as not letting the water run in the sink while you brush your teeth or shave
Always put trash in its proper place Littering (inside or outside the buildings) is not permitted under any circumstances In short take responsibilshyity for your own actions If you make a mess please clean it up
We also ask you to reduce recycle and reuse materials whenever possible The University has an award-winning recycling program in which all facshyulty staff and students make a difference University Housing also promotes the Lighten Your Load proshygram at the end of the spring semester This program allows students to donate unwanted items to local charities which decreases the number of things they have to take home or store Itrsquos also a worthwhile opportunity to help others
As you spend your time in University buildshyings and around campus look for ways to support sustainable living and get involved in helping to conserve our precious natural resources
On Campus
Clemson is a small friendly community with little violent crime and fewer of the crime and safety problems that plague larger cities However neither the University nor the community is crime free The problems of drug and alcohol abuse acquaintance rape and other crimes affect every campus community
Thatrsquos why Clemson University has a professhysional police force of more than 30 full-time police officers who are graduates of the SC Criminal Justice Academy Theyrsquore more than just ldquocampus security officersrdquo As commissioned officers they have reporting responsibilities to the University the State Law Enforcement Division (SLED) and the court
Even before passage of the ldquoStudent Right to Know and Campus Security Act of 1990rdquo Clemson voluntarily reported its crime statistics to the FBI and has done so since 1980
Clemson also has a staff of student life proshyfessionals who are continually trained in crime prevention building security personal safety counseling victim assistance student discipline and other areas They ensure that the policies procedures and educational programs are in place to educate students about personal safety and to respond quickly and effectively to problems in campus housing and elsewhere
The campus and its physical facilities are maintained with safety in mind In recent years the University has invested heavily in improved lighting emergency telephones and security-conshyscious landscape design and maintenance In other words Clemson University is committed to proshyviding a safe and secure environment for students faculty and staff
The prompt reporting of crimes is encouraged If you have a problem at Clemson we want to know about it And we work hard to make sure ldquothe systemrdquo will be responsive to your needs
30
Additional information on security policies is contained in the Student Handbook and in the Campus Safety Report which also contains statistics on crime at the University and in the city of Clemson
A Word About Alcohol
One of the greatest potential problems facing all freshmen is the temptation to ldquoparty hardrdquo We want our students to have fun and enjoy themselves but we take a strong stance against not only the use of ilshylegal drugs but also against underage drinking and the abuse of alcohol by those of any age
The legal drinking age in South Carolina is 21 Consequently the possession or consumption of alcoshyhol in any form by anyone under age 21 is against the law and is therefore prohibited on the Clemson University campus Violations of this law and related University policies are considered very serious offensshyes and the penalties can be significant
We say this to you our new students because we want you to be successful in every way here at Clemson Experience has shown us that many students ignore or trivialize the issue of underage drinking Please donrsquot make that mistake This is a serious issue with serious consequences
Sure you can have fun But use your head Have fun legally and use good judgment That way everyshyone wins
Hall Security and Card Access
University Housing has a perimeter card access system installed in all campus residence halls Perimshyeter card access is a system that allows you to use your student ID card to enter certain exterior doors of the residence halls The system is designed to deny enshytrance into the residence halls by people who do not have permission to enter In order for this system to work we need your help Please donrsquot allow anyone to follow you in a door donrsquot allow anyone to use your ID card and never prop open a door for any reason
Your Personal Safety
We make every effort to maintain a safe campus for all students However there are some things you can do for your own safety
bull Walk in groups of two or more after dark bull Never hesitate to use the CUPDrsquos (Clemson
University Police Departmentrsquos) free Escort Sershyvice Call (864) 656-2222
bull Ride the free Clemson Area Transit (CAT) bus sershyvice
bull Walk in well-lighted well-traveled areas bull Make sure someone knows where you are and when
you expect to return bull Dress for freedom of movement mdash donrsquot wear conshy
fining or uncomfortable clothing bull After dark have your keys ready before you get to
your room apartment or car park in a well-lighted area
bull Always look into the back seat of your car and unshyder your car before getting in Also lock your doors while driving
bull Always lock your roomapartment door at night or while sleeping
bull If you receive annoying or obscene phone calls hang up and report the call to the CUPD
bull Always find out who is on the other side of the door before you open it
bull Take note of where the outdoor campus phones are located
Emergency Telephone Numbers
UniversityPoliceDepartment 911
FireDepartment 911
RedfernHealthCenter 656-2233
Ambulance 911
RapeCrisisHotline 868-7599
CAPS 656-2451
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What You Need to Know About Physical and Sexual Assault
These strategies also have been found to help you avoid or prevent assaults
bull Be on the alert be aware of danger early bull Yell flee kick bull Display outrage rather than fear bull If your life is in danger use passive resistance (vomshy
it urinate tell the attacker you are diseased)
If you are a victim or know a victim of an assault follow these guidelines
bull Call police (911) Get medical attention immedishyately At a health-care facility you will be seen by a physician and you can talk with an assault specialshyist (Your identity will be protected at all times)
bull Report the crime to the CUPD Even if you choose not to press charges you may save another victim from the same fate If you think yoursquore going to press charges do not bathe or destroy any evidence such as clothing
bull Try to get an accurate description of the assailantrsquos appearance what was said or any other information that will assist police
ldquoDate rape drugsrdquo are present on most college campuses and they have been found in Clemson Do not take a drink from an open container or from a
drink not prepared in your presence Never leave a drink unattended Know who you are with Report all suspicious acts or persons to CUPD at (864) 656-2222 (or 911) More information about your safety will be available when you arrive on campus For additional information about staying safe keeping your things safe and getting a list of safety tips visit stuaffclemson educupd
Keeping Your Things Safe
bull Before coming to campus have identification numshybers engraved on your valuable belongings such as laptops bikes stereos etc and register them with the CUPD
bull Examine your parentsrsquo homeowners policy and be sure your personal property is insured
bull Always close and lock your doors and windows whenever you go to bed and whenever you leave your room or apartment even if yoursquore just going away for a few minutes Never loan out your key and report a lost key immediately to your RA If you canrsquot find your key see your RA about a recore (See Key Policy on page 35)
bull Donrsquot keep a lot of cash in your room bull Follow all visitation and escort policies bull Register your property with the Police Department
at stuaffclemsoneducupd
32
Fire Safety
Fire safety in a residence hall or apartment is everyonersquos responsibility Itrsquos important that you not only follow fire safety procedures but report all violashytions or fire hazards to your RA immediately bull Smoke only in designated areas NEVER IN BED bull Turn off electric blankets irons lamps and curling
irons right after use bull Never cover lamps with any material for any reason bull Candles and other open flame devices are not
allowed in residence halls or apartments (not even for decoration)
bull Halogen lamps are not permitted in residence halls or apartments
bull Check the smoke detector in your area weekly Go to your hall or apartment front desk for replacement batteries If you have a fire extinguisher in your area check it too
bull Keep hallways and exit paths clear at all times bull Do not overload circuits by plugging too many applishy
ances into one outlet If two or more appliances with a combined wattage of more than 1500 watts are used you must have an Underwriter Laboratory-apshyproved power strip with a built-in circuit breaker (15 amp or less)
bull Extension cords shall not be used as a substitute for permanent wiring
bull Extension cords must not be used in succession or in conjunction with power strips
bull If you see a fire immediately move to a safe area and call 911 to report the fire
bull If your clothing catches on fire drop to the floor and roll back and forth until the flame is out
bull ALWAYS take fire alarms seriously and leave the building by assigned routes
bull Gas grills may not be used or stored in any residential area (including apartments)
bull All curtains decorations or displays used in windows must be made of flame-resistive materials
bull Do not tamper with or remove any fire detection deshyvice and do not hang anything from a sprinkler head
Thatrsquos theRule Since yoursquore new here you probably have a lot
of questions about living on campus This section will give you a better idea of your rights on campus as well as Clemson Universityrsquos regulations put in place for your safety and well-being Our policies are creshyated to make an atmosphere that helps all students enjoy and benefit from their university experience
Alcohol Policy The Universityrsquos policies on the possession and
consumption of alcohol are the same as the municipal ordinances and state and federal laws For students of legal drinking age the University does not restrict the possesshysion or consumption of alcohol in your private residence (your room or apartment) except in certain residence halls designated as alcohol-free However in public areas outside of your residence you may not have an open container of an alcoholic beverage of any kind Public areas include residence hall lobbies utilitystudy rooms hallways and areas immediately outside residence halls and apartments Possession consumption or display of alcohol or alcohol containers is not permitted in any area designated as alshycohol-free A number of residence halls are designated as totally alcohol-free These include Johnstone Main and
Annex Benet Young Geer Sanders Byrnes Lever Manning Smith Barnett Mauldin and Holmes For deshytailed information concerning the consumption of alcohol in University housing contact your RD or area housing office Also refer to your Student Handbook
Asbestos Some areas of University housing have asbestos-conshy
taining materials present A licensed asbestos abatement team manages these materials Students especially those erecting and using lofts should use caution and not disturb any sprayed-on ceiling materials Any questions concernshying the asbestos materials locations and hazards should be referred to the Housing Facilities Office or the Asbestos Abatement Program director at (864) 656-4930 for further clarification
Banners and Signs Hanging banners on residence halls is a good way
to campaign for office announce an event or show your school spirit But before displaying your sign check with your RA or RD to find out where signs may be displayed If you put up a banner yoursquore responsible for taking it down no later than 24 hours after itrsquos ldquoold newsrdquo Be sure all the tape remains are removed too
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bull Keep all outside doors locked Propping outside doors for easy re-entry makes the entire building less secure and is considered a very serious violashytion of policy
bull Keep your room door locked bull Report all suspicious activities and individuals to
the desk staff night security officers and the poshylice
bull Always lock your car and never leave valuables in your car
bull Register your bicycle with the campus police and always lock it securely through the wheels and frame
bull Park your car in the designated lots if you leave it on campus during breaks
Visit stuaffclemsoneducupd for additional inforshymation
34
Candles Incense Fireworks Firearms Inflammables and Explosives
Due to concerns for fire safety and personal safety having or using any items that might be classified under these headshyings is strictly forbidden in University housing Violations of this policy could result in suspension from the University eviction from University housing andor separation from the University
Clearance Cards This term refers to the large card also called a ldquoRoom
Property Certificaterdquo that each resident is required to review and sign during the first 24 hours after moving into University housing The card has a space for you to report any missing or damaged property in your room or apartment Itrsquos very important that you check the card carefully and return it to your RA If you donrsquot at the end of the year you could be held responsible for anything wrong with your room or apartment regardless of its condition when you moved in
Cooking Housing has restrictions against cooking in residence hall
rooms (not apartments) for a couple of reasons 1) Fire safety 2) Sanitation Anything you can prepare in a thermostatically conshy
trolled percolator or a hot-air popcorn popper is legal You may also use the combination microwaverefrigerator-freezer (Microfridge) available for rent from Student Government Any other type of cooking equipment must be stored and used in your residence hall kitchen not in your room Violations of this policy will result in a $50 charge Gas grills may not be used or stored in any residence hall or apartment area
Damages Communal Property Your contract explains that when hallways bathrooms
elevators and other public areas in a residence facility receive undue abuse we expect the assistance of the residents of that area in finding the person(s) responsible When the person(s) cannot be identified all residents will be required to pay a proshyrated share of repairing such damages
Damages Rooms or Apartments As your University Housing Contract explains yoursquore
responsible for any damages that happen in your room or apartment while you live here If damages are accidental you must still pay repair costs When damages are the result of vandalism the person(s) responsible must not only pay for reshypairs but may also face disciplinary proceedings
Drugs All University officials including Housing officials will
assist and cooperate with law enforcement personnel as they
perform their duties in controlling the possession and use of illegal substances on campus Students convicted of violations of state or federal laws are subject to further disciplinary action by the University
Fire Safety On-campus residents can help keep their homes and their
neighbors safe from fire by following all Housing regulations concerning candles fireworks explosives halogen lamps the use of electrical equipment and general safety standards Any student who willfully compromises the safety of fellow residents by tampering with fire safety equipment or sounding false alarms will be subject to criminal prosecution eviction from University housing andor separation from the Univershysity Students who fail to evacuate when an alarm sounds are also subject to disciplinary action
Furniture Removal Every piece of furniture in your room or apartment at the
time you move in must stay in the roomapartment for the entire time you live there You may not remove store or trade furnishings There is an automatic $50 charge for violating this policy
Guns See ldquoCandles Incense Fireworks etcrdquo
Harassment It is the policy of Clemson University to conduct and
provide programs activities and services to students faculty and staff in an atmosphere free from racial or sexual harassshyment Harassment is any behavior that would verbally or physically threaten torment badger heckle or persecute an individual because of hisher race or gender Harassment of University faculty staff students or visitors is prohibited and shall subject the offender to appropriate disciplinary action Students who feel that they have been subjected to racial or sexual harassment should seek advice from the Office of Human Resources
Housing Contract You are required to sign a University Housing Contract
each year when you reserve a room or apartment and itrsquos important that you read your copy carefully Be sure you unshyderstand that the contract is binding for an entire academic year You canrsquot move off campus after first semester unless you meet very specific conditions outlined in the contract If yoursquore thinking about moving off campus talk with someone in University Housing before you make your plans
Incident Reports Residentapartment assistants and resident directors are
charged with the responsibility of confronting and working with students who break University or Housing policies Such violations are documented through incident reports which are completed and submitted by RAs and RDs Once a student violates a policy and an incident report is completed a Housing administrator deshycides how the infraction is to be handled Violations of policy may be dealt with administratively or through the Office of Student Conduct
Key Policy When you first report to your room or apartment yoursquoll be
issued one key free of charge If you lose your key and need a temshyporary replacement you may check one out from the desk for your area If you donrsquot find your lost key within 24 hours your lock must be changed and new keys cut The resulting cost is $50 When you check out of University housing your key must be returned or rekeying will be necessary and you will be charged for the service
Ledges Roofs Attics and Equipment Rooms The University Housing Contract expressly describes
these areas as ldquooff-limitsrdquo In the interest of your personal safety we expect your cooperation in this matter
Lofts Lofts may be used in most traditional residence hall
rooms See page 26 for more details on lofts Lofting is NOT permitted in Holmes McCabe or the Stadium Resishydence halls the Clemson House the Greek Community on the Quad or any of the apartment areas
Lounges Many residence hall lounges are open for use by all
residents on an unlimited basis Others however may be reserved for private gatherings of residents or student orshyganizations through the appropriate area office
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11
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3
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8 9
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CP-3
P-4
E-3
E-10
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E-14
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E-6
E-8E-9
E-11
E-12
E-16
E-32E-15
R-2 R-3C-12C-5C-4
C-9C-7
C-6
C-10C-3C-13
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Quiet Hours Quiet hours are in effect 24 hours a day Strict quiet hours
are in effect from 700 pm until 800 am meaning there should be no disturbing noise in the residence halls and apartshyments At least one week before final exams and through the examination period strict quiet hours are to be observed 24 hours a day
Roofs See ldquoLedges Roofs Attics etcrdquo
Room and Apartment Changes
Employee (Green Permit) Restricted as Posted Commuting Student (Orange Permit) and Employee Resident Student (Blue Permit)No room or apartment changes may be made unless a
formal request has been submitted to the Housing office and approval has been received Performing an illegal room change
Parking Designations
Apartment (Purple Permit) Clemson House Resident Student (Purple Permit)
carries an automatic charge of $50 Questions about changes may be directed at any time to the assistant director of housshying administrative services-assignments at 200 Mell Hall Call (864) 656-2295 to make an appointment
Sales and Solicitation To protect your right to privacy in your residence hall
room or apartment the University has strict guidelines on fund-raisers promotions or sales on campus All solicitation must be approved by the Office of Programs and Activities so be sure to contact this office at (864) 656-4636 or 656-4357 if you have a sale or fund-raiser in mind Also if your right to privacy in your hall or apartment is ever violated by a door-toshydoor canvasser please report it immediately to the RA or RD for your area
Showers Members of the opposite sex are not allowed to use the
shower facilities of the residence halls that are served by comshymunal bathrooms
Smoke-free Halls All residence halls are designated as totally smoke-free
areas Apartment areas are self-regulated in regard to smoking
Visitation Members of the opposite sex are allowed in rooms and
apartments every day based upon the visitation for that area All residence halls with communal baths have a Standard Visshyitation plan 1000-200 am every day Areas with private or suite baths have a Self-Regulated plan that allows occupants to set visitation hours by mutual agreement at the beginning of each year or whenever occupancy changes
Window TreatmentsDisplays All curtains decorations or displays used in windows must
be made of flame-resistive materials
Emergency Call Station
C-11
C-2 E-2
R-1
19 E-20
R-4 E-1
21
15
A 20 E-13 22
14A 16
C-1 12 P-2
17 13
P-1 18
BB
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Employee (Green Permit)Restricted as PostedCommuting Student (Orange Permit) and EmployeeResident Student (Blue Permit)Apartment (Purple Permit)Clemson House Resident Student (Purple Permit)Emergency Call Station
Parking Designations
P-1
P-2
E-2
E-1
E-10
E-13
E-20
R-1
R-4
C-1
C-2
A
B
Campus Map
E-8 E-9 P-4
C-11 C-4 C-5 E-7C C-12 R-2 R-3
P-3
E-3 C-13 C-3 C-10
C-7 C-9
E-4
E-16 C-6 DE-14
E-15 E-32
E-5
E-12
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E-11
1 Johnstone A and A Annex
The Suites 2 McCabe 3 Holmes 4 Stadium Residence Hall
The Shoeboxes 5 Geer 6 Sanders 7 Benet 8 Young 9 Cope
10 Clemson House
Bryan Mall 11 Mauldin 12 Barnett 13 Smith 14 Manning 15 Lever 16 Byrnes
The Apartments 17 Calhoun Courts 18 Thornhill Village 19 Lightsey Bridge I 20 Lightsey Bridge II
Clemsonrsquos Greek Community on the Quad 21 Bowen 22 Bradley 23 Donaldson 24 Wannamaker 25 Norris 26 Simpson North 27 Simpson South
28 Hendrix Student Center
Dining Halls 29 Schilletter 30 Harcombe 31 Clemson House
Coming to
Campus Get
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37
Campus Entry A
From Anderson on Highway 76 Pass the SC National Guard (on right) at stopshylight turn left onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) From EasleyGreenville on Highway 123 Turn left onto Highway 76 at the Ramada Inn Go under Highway 93 (do not exit) at stoplight turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road the next road to the right) From Central on Highway 93 Exit onto Highway 76 toward Anderson Stay right at stoplight turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road)
Campus Entry B
From Anderson on Highway 76 Exit onto Highway 93 Clemson University Exit From EasleyGreenville on Highway 123 Exit onto Highway 93 at Clemson University Exit From Seneca on Highway 123 Follow Highway 123 Turn right on Highway 76 Turn right onto Highway 93 at Clemson University Exit From Central on Highway 93 Go straight onto camshypus
Campus Entry C
From Seneca on Highway 123 Bear right onto Highway 93 to Clemson University Go across bridge turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road)
Campus Entry D
From Seneca on Highway 123 Bear right onto Highway 93 to Clemson University Go across bridge pass Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) turn right at next stoplight onto Williamson Road
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Bryan Mall Byrnes Manning Lever Smith Barnett and Mauldin Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station turn right at Cherry Road Turn left into Bryan Mall at stop sign If parking is full you may park in the green spaces along Cherry Road
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass football stadium and Strom Thurmond Institute turn left onto Cherry Road Enter Bryan Mall by turning left at stop sign If parking is full you may park in the green spaces along Cherry Road Pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
The Stadium Residence Hall and the Shoeboxes Cope Benet Young Geer and Sanders Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station go through traffic signal at Cherry Road pass Strom Thurmond Institute and turn right onto Williamson Road Follow Williamson Road to stop sign Continue straight after stop sign turn right on South Palmetto Boulevard and imshymediately turn left into Sirrine parking lot or go straight on Williamson Road until Fort Hill Street turn right and park behind Geer or Sanders halls
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Go past the football stadium (on your left) and turn left onto Williamson Road You can then either turn right onto South Palmetto Boulevard and immediately left into the Sirrine parking lot or you can take a chance on finding a slot in the loading docks behind the halls by continushying on Williamson Road and turning right onto Fort Hill Street Pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
Johnstone Hall Sections A and A Annex
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to the second stoplight veer left toward Tillman Hall You will approach Tillman Hall You can either park on the street near Tillman or behind Tillman You may pick up your key in the University Union loggia
Holmes and McCabe Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to the second stoplight veer left toward Tillman Hall turn left at Calhoun Drive and turn right at Fort Hill Street
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry D Turn right onto Williamson Road and left onto Fort Hill Street Park in any available space and pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
Lightsey Bridge
From Anderson EasleyGreenville and Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station turn right onto Lightsey Bridge Road
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass football stadium Strom Thurmond Institute Cherry Road and Resident Parking Lot turn left onto Lightsey Bridge Road Report to desk at Lightsey Bridge Commons Building to check in and pick up your key
Thornhill Village
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Turn at the first left onto Newman Road Park near assigned apartment report to Thornhill Village Commons Building to check in and pick up key Residents may leave cars parked in adjashycent resident spaces after unloading
Calhoun Courts
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Turn at first left onto Newman Road Go through Thornhill Village turn right onto Morrison Street Park and walk to Calhoun Courts Commons Building to check in and get your key You may then move your car to the street near your apartshyment to unload
Clemson House
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to first stoplight turn right onto North Palmetto Boushylevard You can follow that road to the front of Clemson House or turn right immediately on Lee Street and turn left on Daniel Drive Pick up your key at the front desk You may park in any marked space to unload
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Call UsBarnett Hall Lightsey Bridge I Apartments Desk 656-2130 Desk 656-1150 RD Office 858-4230 RD Office
Benet Hall Lightsey Bridge II Apartments Desk 656-2349 Desk 656-1150 RD Office 858-8614 RD Office
Byrnes Hall Manning Hall Desk 656-2140 Desk 656-2311 RD Office 656-0420 RD Office
Calhoun Courts Apartments Mauldin Hall Desk 656-2341 Desk 656-2130 RD Office 656-0421 RD Office
Clemson House McCabe Hall Desk 656-2075 Desk 656-1767 RD Office 656-1841 RD Office
Cope Hall Sanders Hall Desk 656-4800 Desk 656-2403 RD Office 858-8434 RD Office
Greek Community on the Quad Smith Hall Desk 656-0528 Desk 656-2130
RD Office 656-7578 RD Office
Geer Hall Stadium Residence Hall
Desk 656-2404 Desk 656-4800
RD Office 858-8614 RD Office
Holmes Hall Thornhill Village Apartments
Desk 656-1767 Desk 656-1257
RD Office 656-4386 RD Office
Johnstone A Young Hall
Desk 656-2366 Desk 656-2410
RD Office 858-8822 RD Office
Lever Hall Desk 656-7325 RD Office 656-0419
656-0422
656-0422
656-0670
656-5441
858-8448
858-8861
858-4230
656-4817
656-1258
858-8861
Additional University Phone Numbers Admissions 656-2287 Bookstore 656-2050 Bursarrsquos Office 656-2321 Career Center 656-6000 Computer Center Help Desk 656-3494 Counseling and Psychological
Services 656-2451 Fike Recreation Center 656-2315 Financial Aid 656-2280 Graduate Admissions 656-3195 Honors College 656-4762 ID Services 656-0763 International Programs
and Services 656-3614 Library 656-3027 Maintenance and Custodial 656-5450 Parking Services 656-2270 Pest Control 656-5450 Post Office 656-2351 Registrar 656-2171 ResCom Support 656-5441 Student Disability Services 656-6848 Student Government 656-2195 Telecommunications 656-2600 Visitors Center 656-4789
Main Housing Office (864) 656-2295 FAX (864) 656-7615
Additional information is available at our Web site wwwhousingclemsonedu
Equal Opportunity in Programs and Activities Federal laws prohibit discrimination under programs and activshy
ities receiving federal financial assistance The statutes listed below are applicable to Clemson University and provide in part
Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 ldquoNo person in the United States shall on the ground of race
color or national origin be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 ldquoNo person in the United States shall on the basis of sex be
excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subshyjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ldquoNo otherwise qualified disabled individual in the United
States shall solely by reason of their disability be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Clemson University Statement Regarding Nondiscrimination
Clemson University does not discriminate against any indishyvidual or group of individuals on the basis of age color disability gender national origin race religion sexual orientation or vetershy
anrsquos status
Clemson University conducts its programs and activities involving admission and treatment of students employment teachshying research and public service in a nondiscriminatory manner as prescribed by federal law and regulation
Inquiries concerning the above may be addressed to President Clemson University Clemson South Carolina 29634 or Director Office for Civil Rights Department of Education Washington DC 20201
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HomeDonrsquot Leave Without It
Herersquos a checklist of things to consider bringing for your room or apartmenthellip
Alarm clock Bathrobe Blankets Book bagbackpack Can opener Cleaning supplies Coffee pothot pot Desk lamp (not halogen) Electrical surge protector Fan First-aid supplies Flashlight Hairdryer Hot-air popcorn popper Iron Ironing board Lap desk Laundry supplies (detergent laundry basket hangers)
University Housing 200 Mell Hall Box 344075 Clemson SC 29634-4075 (864) 656-2295 FAX (864) 656-7615
wwwhousingclemsonedu
Laptop Mattress cover (extra-long for a twin bed) Pillows Plastic storage containers Radio Raincoat Room decorations (no candles or incense) School supplies Sheets (extra-long for twin bed) Shower caddy Telephone Television with cable cord Toiletries Towels Trash can Umbrella Vacuum cleaner
Required
26
Beds Aloft
Whatrsquos a loft Itrsquos a raised frame built up from the floor to hold a bed Students like them because they provide more floor space for things such as futons and TVs
However using a lofted bed means that you may be sleeping as much as five feet off the floor and thatrsquos a long way down Because of these safety concerns our enthusiasm for lofts is limited Many factors are involved in designing a safe loft and there are significant risks involved in using an improperly designed or constructed loft Conseshyquently we strongly discourage the construction and use of ldquohomemaderdquo lofts But we provide two options as alternatives to building your own loft
First much of the bed furniture that we provide is modular and already designed to be bunkable andor loftable This furniture has been properly enshygineered and built with strength and safety in mind Your RA can show you how it works and provide you with any special connectors needed for lofting or bunking This is definitely the preferred way to go from the standpoint of safety and convenience
Second if you want to rent or purchase a loft we suggest you use one of the services provided by either the University Bookstore or Student Govshyernment To rent lofts from Collegiate Concepts (sponsored by Student Government) visit www loftconceptscom or call 1-888-929-0806 Collegiate Concepts offers a pre-delivery service so the loft can be delivered to your room (unassembled) before you arrive The University Bookstore has literature available on a company called Timbernest or go onshyline to wwwtimbernestcom for more information on their lofts Clemsonrsquos college code for Timbernest is CF74 Details on pricing delivery and pickup are available from each company
However if you still intend to build your own loft we insist that you use specific construction guidelines which are available on our Web site at wwwhousingclemsonedu Printed copies are also available from the University Housing office These are strict construction guidelines mdash and for your safety and the safety of others mdash they are not negoshytiable
Lofts may be used in most traditional resishydence halls Outside lofts (purchased rented or constructed) are NOT allowed in any of the apartshyment areas the Greek Community on the Quad the Clemson House or any of the suite-style buildshyings However all of these areas are furnished with modular furniture that is bunkable andor loftable
Leave ldquoFluffyrdquo at Home
Unless ldquoFluffyrdquo is the name of your fish you canrsquot bring him to live in your room The only pets you may have in the residence halls or apartments are fish (tank size limited to 10 gallons or less) That means no dogs no cats no lizards no snakes no frogs no monkeys no birds Campus life just doesnrsquot suit having a pet Many of your fellow students are allergic to anishymals and most animals carry parasites such as fleas ticks and mites
One of the saddest things on campus is the growing number of stray cats and the wild kittens they produce Some strays are here because softshyhearted students saw the cute little kittens and took them back to their room only to be cited for a rule violation and charged $50 There are also students who abandon their pets at the end of the school year It is sad to see these strays but keep in mind that when you feed them they will start to depend on you for their meals So if you truly love animals donrsquot become a part of the problem
When you see an abandoned animal conshytact a Housing representative Wersquoll try to find it a good home or it will be taken to a local shelter for adoption
Wild Things
Parts of the University are in wooded areas where many woodland creatures make their home Yoursquoll see an occasional squirrel scampershying around and sometimes even catch a glimpse of a skunk or opossum However if an animal beshycomes confrontational stay calm leave quickly and report it to the nearest Housing official
Bugging Out
If yoursquore from a colder climate get ready for a shock If yoursquore from the South yoursquove seen them before bugs We love South Carolinarsquos mild winters but so do the bugs These pests can be aggravating but if we work together we
Fish Tales
can control the problem The University has a contract with a privately owned pest control company Buildings are inspected monthly and treated as needed
You can also help fight these little invaders Be aware of how pests enter your room Someshytimes they come in with items that have been stored outside or in a book bag that was left in the grass with food inside Or they might venture in through opened doors or windows Once inshyside theyrsquoll find food and water and yoursquoll have bugs for roommates These are some additional things you can do
bull Report sightings of pests to the Housing Mainshytenance Office at (864) 656-5450
bull Keep all opened food items sealed in plastic containers
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27
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ety
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Play It
Safe
29
bull Keep all makeup and toiletry containers closed bull Keep your room clean bull Empty your trash can daily bull Work to reduce pest entryways bull Turn in maintenance problems promptly bull Wipe up spills as they occur bull Clean the refrigerator regularly (and in apartshy
ments donrsquot forget the stoves sinks and counter-tops too)
Be a Tiger Conservationist
When you live in University housing we ask you to practice good environmental and consershyvation habits Make efficient use of all resources Conserving water and electricity are two of the most important things you can do to make a positive imshypact such as not letting the water run in the sink while you brush your teeth or shave
Always put trash in its proper place Littering (inside or outside the buildings) is not permitted under any circumstances In short take responsibilshyity for your own actions If you make a mess please clean it up
We also ask you to reduce recycle and reuse materials whenever possible The University has an award-winning recycling program in which all facshyulty staff and students make a difference University Housing also promotes the Lighten Your Load proshygram at the end of the spring semester This program allows students to donate unwanted items to local charities which decreases the number of things they have to take home or store Itrsquos also a worthwhile opportunity to help others
As you spend your time in University buildshyings and around campus look for ways to support sustainable living and get involved in helping to conserve our precious natural resources
On Campus
Clemson is a small friendly community with little violent crime and fewer of the crime and safety problems that plague larger cities However neither the University nor the community is crime free The problems of drug and alcohol abuse acquaintance rape and other crimes affect every campus community
Thatrsquos why Clemson University has a professhysional police force of more than 30 full-time police officers who are graduates of the SC Criminal Justice Academy Theyrsquore more than just ldquocampus security officersrdquo As commissioned officers they have reporting responsibilities to the University the State Law Enforcement Division (SLED) and the court
Even before passage of the ldquoStudent Right to Know and Campus Security Act of 1990rdquo Clemson voluntarily reported its crime statistics to the FBI and has done so since 1980
Clemson also has a staff of student life proshyfessionals who are continually trained in crime prevention building security personal safety counseling victim assistance student discipline and other areas They ensure that the policies procedures and educational programs are in place to educate students about personal safety and to respond quickly and effectively to problems in campus housing and elsewhere
The campus and its physical facilities are maintained with safety in mind In recent years the University has invested heavily in improved lighting emergency telephones and security-conshyscious landscape design and maintenance In other words Clemson University is committed to proshyviding a safe and secure environment for students faculty and staff
The prompt reporting of crimes is encouraged If you have a problem at Clemson we want to know about it And we work hard to make sure ldquothe systemrdquo will be responsive to your needs
30
Additional information on security policies is contained in the Student Handbook and in the Campus Safety Report which also contains statistics on crime at the University and in the city of Clemson
A Word About Alcohol
One of the greatest potential problems facing all freshmen is the temptation to ldquoparty hardrdquo We want our students to have fun and enjoy themselves but we take a strong stance against not only the use of ilshylegal drugs but also against underage drinking and the abuse of alcohol by those of any age
The legal drinking age in South Carolina is 21 Consequently the possession or consumption of alcoshyhol in any form by anyone under age 21 is against the law and is therefore prohibited on the Clemson University campus Violations of this law and related University policies are considered very serious offensshyes and the penalties can be significant
We say this to you our new students because we want you to be successful in every way here at Clemson Experience has shown us that many students ignore or trivialize the issue of underage drinking Please donrsquot make that mistake This is a serious issue with serious consequences
Sure you can have fun But use your head Have fun legally and use good judgment That way everyshyone wins
Hall Security and Card Access
University Housing has a perimeter card access system installed in all campus residence halls Perimshyeter card access is a system that allows you to use your student ID card to enter certain exterior doors of the residence halls The system is designed to deny enshytrance into the residence halls by people who do not have permission to enter In order for this system to work we need your help Please donrsquot allow anyone to follow you in a door donrsquot allow anyone to use your ID card and never prop open a door for any reason
Your Personal Safety
We make every effort to maintain a safe campus for all students However there are some things you can do for your own safety
bull Walk in groups of two or more after dark bull Never hesitate to use the CUPDrsquos (Clemson
University Police Departmentrsquos) free Escort Sershyvice Call (864) 656-2222
bull Ride the free Clemson Area Transit (CAT) bus sershyvice
bull Walk in well-lighted well-traveled areas bull Make sure someone knows where you are and when
you expect to return bull Dress for freedom of movement mdash donrsquot wear conshy
fining or uncomfortable clothing bull After dark have your keys ready before you get to
your room apartment or car park in a well-lighted area
bull Always look into the back seat of your car and unshyder your car before getting in Also lock your doors while driving
bull Always lock your roomapartment door at night or while sleeping
bull If you receive annoying or obscene phone calls hang up and report the call to the CUPD
bull Always find out who is on the other side of the door before you open it
bull Take note of where the outdoor campus phones are located
Emergency Telephone Numbers
UniversityPoliceDepartment 911
FireDepartment 911
RedfernHealthCenter 656-2233
Ambulance 911
RapeCrisisHotline 868-7599
CAPS 656-2451
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What You Need to Know About Physical and Sexual Assault
These strategies also have been found to help you avoid or prevent assaults
bull Be on the alert be aware of danger early bull Yell flee kick bull Display outrage rather than fear bull If your life is in danger use passive resistance (vomshy
it urinate tell the attacker you are diseased)
If you are a victim or know a victim of an assault follow these guidelines
bull Call police (911) Get medical attention immedishyately At a health-care facility you will be seen by a physician and you can talk with an assault specialshyist (Your identity will be protected at all times)
bull Report the crime to the CUPD Even if you choose not to press charges you may save another victim from the same fate If you think yoursquore going to press charges do not bathe or destroy any evidence such as clothing
bull Try to get an accurate description of the assailantrsquos appearance what was said or any other information that will assist police
ldquoDate rape drugsrdquo are present on most college campuses and they have been found in Clemson Do not take a drink from an open container or from a
drink not prepared in your presence Never leave a drink unattended Know who you are with Report all suspicious acts or persons to CUPD at (864) 656-2222 (or 911) More information about your safety will be available when you arrive on campus For additional information about staying safe keeping your things safe and getting a list of safety tips visit stuaffclemson educupd
Keeping Your Things Safe
bull Before coming to campus have identification numshybers engraved on your valuable belongings such as laptops bikes stereos etc and register them with the CUPD
bull Examine your parentsrsquo homeowners policy and be sure your personal property is insured
bull Always close and lock your doors and windows whenever you go to bed and whenever you leave your room or apartment even if yoursquore just going away for a few minutes Never loan out your key and report a lost key immediately to your RA If you canrsquot find your key see your RA about a recore (See Key Policy on page 35)
bull Donrsquot keep a lot of cash in your room bull Follow all visitation and escort policies bull Register your property with the Police Department
at stuaffclemsoneducupd
32
Fire Safety
Fire safety in a residence hall or apartment is everyonersquos responsibility Itrsquos important that you not only follow fire safety procedures but report all violashytions or fire hazards to your RA immediately bull Smoke only in designated areas NEVER IN BED bull Turn off electric blankets irons lamps and curling
irons right after use bull Never cover lamps with any material for any reason bull Candles and other open flame devices are not
allowed in residence halls or apartments (not even for decoration)
bull Halogen lamps are not permitted in residence halls or apartments
bull Check the smoke detector in your area weekly Go to your hall or apartment front desk for replacement batteries If you have a fire extinguisher in your area check it too
bull Keep hallways and exit paths clear at all times bull Do not overload circuits by plugging too many applishy
ances into one outlet If two or more appliances with a combined wattage of more than 1500 watts are used you must have an Underwriter Laboratory-apshyproved power strip with a built-in circuit breaker (15 amp or less)
bull Extension cords shall not be used as a substitute for permanent wiring
bull Extension cords must not be used in succession or in conjunction with power strips
bull If you see a fire immediately move to a safe area and call 911 to report the fire
bull If your clothing catches on fire drop to the floor and roll back and forth until the flame is out
bull ALWAYS take fire alarms seriously and leave the building by assigned routes
bull Gas grills may not be used or stored in any residential area (including apartments)
bull All curtains decorations or displays used in windows must be made of flame-resistive materials
bull Do not tamper with or remove any fire detection deshyvice and do not hang anything from a sprinkler head
Thatrsquos theRule Since yoursquore new here you probably have a lot
of questions about living on campus This section will give you a better idea of your rights on campus as well as Clemson Universityrsquos regulations put in place for your safety and well-being Our policies are creshyated to make an atmosphere that helps all students enjoy and benefit from their university experience
Alcohol Policy The Universityrsquos policies on the possession and
consumption of alcohol are the same as the municipal ordinances and state and federal laws For students of legal drinking age the University does not restrict the possesshysion or consumption of alcohol in your private residence (your room or apartment) except in certain residence halls designated as alcohol-free However in public areas outside of your residence you may not have an open container of an alcoholic beverage of any kind Public areas include residence hall lobbies utilitystudy rooms hallways and areas immediately outside residence halls and apartments Possession consumption or display of alcohol or alcohol containers is not permitted in any area designated as alshycohol-free A number of residence halls are designated as totally alcohol-free These include Johnstone Main and
Annex Benet Young Geer Sanders Byrnes Lever Manning Smith Barnett Mauldin and Holmes For deshytailed information concerning the consumption of alcohol in University housing contact your RD or area housing office Also refer to your Student Handbook
Asbestos Some areas of University housing have asbestos-conshy
taining materials present A licensed asbestos abatement team manages these materials Students especially those erecting and using lofts should use caution and not disturb any sprayed-on ceiling materials Any questions concernshying the asbestos materials locations and hazards should be referred to the Housing Facilities Office or the Asbestos Abatement Program director at (864) 656-4930 for further clarification
Banners and Signs Hanging banners on residence halls is a good way
to campaign for office announce an event or show your school spirit But before displaying your sign check with your RA or RD to find out where signs may be displayed If you put up a banner yoursquore responsible for taking it down no later than 24 hours after itrsquos ldquoold newsrdquo Be sure all the tape remains are removed too
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bull Keep all outside doors locked Propping outside doors for easy re-entry makes the entire building less secure and is considered a very serious violashytion of policy
bull Keep your room door locked bull Report all suspicious activities and individuals to
the desk staff night security officers and the poshylice
bull Always lock your car and never leave valuables in your car
bull Register your bicycle with the campus police and always lock it securely through the wheels and frame
bull Park your car in the designated lots if you leave it on campus during breaks
Visit stuaffclemsoneducupd for additional inforshymation
34
Candles Incense Fireworks Firearms Inflammables and Explosives
Due to concerns for fire safety and personal safety having or using any items that might be classified under these headshyings is strictly forbidden in University housing Violations of this policy could result in suspension from the University eviction from University housing andor separation from the University
Clearance Cards This term refers to the large card also called a ldquoRoom
Property Certificaterdquo that each resident is required to review and sign during the first 24 hours after moving into University housing The card has a space for you to report any missing or damaged property in your room or apartment Itrsquos very important that you check the card carefully and return it to your RA If you donrsquot at the end of the year you could be held responsible for anything wrong with your room or apartment regardless of its condition when you moved in
Cooking Housing has restrictions against cooking in residence hall
rooms (not apartments) for a couple of reasons 1) Fire safety 2) Sanitation Anything you can prepare in a thermostatically conshy
trolled percolator or a hot-air popcorn popper is legal You may also use the combination microwaverefrigerator-freezer (Microfridge) available for rent from Student Government Any other type of cooking equipment must be stored and used in your residence hall kitchen not in your room Violations of this policy will result in a $50 charge Gas grills may not be used or stored in any residence hall or apartment area
Damages Communal Property Your contract explains that when hallways bathrooms
elevators and other public areas in a residence facility receive undue abuse we expect the assistance of the residents of that area in finding the person(s) responsible When the person(s) cannot be identified all residents will be required to pay a proshyrated share of repairing such damages
Damages Rooms or Apartments As your University Housing Contract explains yoursquore
responsible for any damages that happen in your room or apartment while you live here If damages are accidental you must still pay repair costs When damages are the result of vandalism the person(s) responsible must not only pay for reshypairs but may also face disciplinary proceedings
Drugs All University officials including Housing officials will
assist and cooperate with law enforcement personnel as they
perform their duties in controlling the possession and use of illegal substances on campus Students convicted of violations of state or federal laws are subject to further disciplinary action by the University
Fire Safety On-campus residents can help keep their homes and their
neighbors safe from fire by following all Housing regulations concerning candles fireworks explosives halogen lamps the use of electrical equipment and general safety standards Any student who willfully compromises the safety of fellow residents by tampering with fire safety equipment or sounding false alarms will be subject to criminal prosecution eviction from University housing andor separation from the Univershysity Students who fail to evacuate when an alarm sounds are also subject to disciplinary action
Furniture Removal Every piece of furniture in your room or apartment at the
time you move in must stay in the roomapartment for the entire time you live there You may not remove store or trade furnishings There is an automatic $50 charge for violating this policy
Guns See ldquoCandles Incense Fireworks etcrdquo
Harassment It is the policy of Clemson University to conduct and
provide programs activities and services to students faculty and staff in an atmosphere free from racial or sexual harassshyment Harassment is any behavior that would verbally or physically threaten torment badger heckle or persecute an individual because of hisher race or gender Harassment of University faculty staff students or visitors is prohibited and shall subject the offender to appropriate disciplinary action Students who feel that they have been subjected to racial or sexual harassment should seek advice from the Office of Human Resources
Housing Contract You are required to sign a University Housing Contract
each year when you reserve a room or apartment and itrsquos important that you read your copy carefully Be sure you unshyderstand that the contract is binding for an entire academic year You canrsquot move off campus after first semester unless you meet very specific conditions outlined in the contract If yoursquore thinking about moving off campus talk with someone in University Housing before you make your plans
Incident Reports Residentapartment assistants and resident directors are
charged with the responsibility of confronting and working with students who break University or Housing policies Such violations are documented through incident reports which are completed and submitted by RAs and RDs Once a student violates a policy and an incident report is completed a Housing administrator deshycides how the infraction is to be handled Violations of policy may be dealt with administratively or through the Office of Student Conduct
Key Policy When you first report to your room or apartment yoursquoll be
issued one key free of charge If you lose your key and need a temshyporary replacement you may check one out from the desk for your area If you donrsquot find your lost key within 24 hours your lock must be changed and new keys cut The resulting cost is $50 When you check out of University housing your key must be returned or rekeying will be necessary and you will be charged for the service
Ledges Roofs Attics and Equipment Rooms The University Housing Contract expressly describes
these areas as ldquooff-limitsrdquo In the interest of your personal safety we expect your cooperation in this matter
Lofts Lofts may be used in most traditional residence hall
rooms See page 26 for more details on lofts Lofting is NOT permitted in Holmes McCabe or the Stadium Resishydence halls the Clemson House the Greek Community on the Quad or any of the apartment areas
Lounges Many residence hall lounges are open for use by all
residents on an unlimited basis Others however may be reserved for private gatherings of residents or student orshyganizations through the appropriate area office
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11
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3
7
8 9
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D
CP-3
P-4
E-3
E-10
E-5
E-14
E-7
E-4
E-6
E-8E-9
E-11
E-12
E-16
E-32E-15
R-2 R-3C-12C-5C-4
C-9C-7
C-6
C-10C-3C-13
D
C
Quiet Hours Quiet hours are in effect 24 hours a day Strict quiet hours
are in effect from 700 pm until 800 am meaning there should be no disturbing noise in the residence halls and apartshyments At least one week before final exams and through the examination period strict quiet hours are to be observed 24 hours a day
Roofs See ldquoLedges Roofs Attics etcrdquo
Room and Apartment Changes
Employee (Green Permit) Restricted as Posted Commuting Student (Orange Permit) and Employee Resident Student (Blue Permit)No room or apartment changes may be made unless a
formal request has been submitted to the Housing office and approval has been received Performing an illegal room change
Parking Designations
Apartment (Purple Permit) Clemson House Resident Student (Purple Permit)
carries an automatic charge of $50 Questions about changes may be directed at any time to the assistant director of housshying administrative services-assignments at 200 Mell Hall Call (864) 656-2295 to make an appointment
Sales and Solicitation To protect your right to privacy in your residence hall
room or apartment the University has strict guidelines on fund-raisers promotions or sales on campus All solicitation must be approved by the Office of Programs and Activities so be sure to contact this office at (864) 656-4636 or 656-4357 if you have a sale or fund-raiser in mind Also if your right to privacy in your hall or apartment is ever violated by a door-toshydoor canvasser please report it immediately to the RA or RD for your area
Showers Members of the opposite sex are not allowed to use the
shower facilities of the residence halls that are served by comshymunal bathrooms
Smoke-free Halls All residence halls are designated as totally smoke-free
areas Apartment areas are self-regulated in regard to smoking
Visitation Members of the opposite sex are allowed in rooms and
apartments every day based upon the visitation for that area All residence halls with communal baths have a Standard Visshyitation plan 1000-200 am every day Areas with private or suite baths have a Self-Regulated plan that allows occupants to set visitation hours by mutual agreement at the beginning of each year or whenever occupancy changes
Window TreatmentsDisplays All curtains decorations or displays used in windows must
be made of flame-resistive materials
Emergency Call Station
C-11
C-2 E-2
R-1
19 E-20
R-4 E-1
21
15
A 20 E-13 22
14A 16
C-1 12 P-2
17 13
P-1 18
BB
36
Employee (Green Permit)Restricted as PostedCommuting Student (Orange Permit) and EmployeeResident Student (Blue Permit)Apartment (Purple Permit)Clemson House Resident Student (Purple Permit)Emergency Call Station
Parking Designations
P-1
P-2
E-2
E-1
E-10
E-13
E-20
R-1
R-4
C-1
C-2
A
B
Campus Map
E-8 E-9 P-4
C-11 C-4 C-5 E-7C C-12 R-2 R-3
P-3
E-3 C-13 C-3 C-10
C-7 C-9
E-4
E-16 C-6 DE-14
E-15 E-32
E-5
E-12
E-6
E-11
1 Johnstone A and A Annex
The Suites 2 McCabe 3 Holmes 4 Stadium Residence Hall
The Shoeboxes 5 Geer 6 Sanders 7 Benet 8 Young 9 Cope
10 Clemson House
Bryan Mall 11 Mauldin 12 Barnett 13 Smith 14 Manning 15 Lever 16 Byrnes
The Apartments 17 Calhoun Courts 18 Thornhill Village 19 Lightsey Bridge I 20 Lightsey Bridge II
Clemsonrsquos Greek Community on the Quad 21 Bowen 22 Bradley 23 Donaldson 24 Wannamaker 25 Norris 26 Simpson North 27 Simpson South
28 Hendrix Student Center
Dining Halls 29 Schilletter 30 Harcombe 31 Clemson House
Coming to
Campus Get
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37
Campus Entry A
From Anderson on Highway 76 Pass the SC National Guard (on right) at stopshylight turn left onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) From EasleyGreenville on Highway 123 Turn left onto Highway 76 at the Ramada Inn Go under Highway 93 (do not exit) at stoplight turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road the next road to the right) From Central on Highway 93 Exit onto Highway 76 toward Anderson Stay right at stoplight turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road)
Campus Entry B
From Anderson on Highway 76 Exit onto Highway 93 Clemson University Exit From EasleyGreenville on Highway 123 Exit onto Highway 93 at Clemson University Exit From Seneca on Highway 123 Follow Highway 123 Turn right on Highway 76 Turn right onto Highway 93 at Clemson University Exit From Central on Highway 93 Go straight onto camshypus
Campus Entry C
From Seneca on Highway 123 Bear right onto Highway 93 to Clemson University Go across bridge turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road)
Campus Entry D
From Seneca on Highway 123 Bear right onto Highway 93 to Clemson University Go across bridge pass Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) turn right at next stoplight onto Williamson Road
42
Bryan Mall Byrnes Manning Lever Smith Barnett and Mauldin Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station turn right at Cherry Road Turn left into Bryan Mall at stop sign If parking is full you may park in the green spaces along Cherry Road
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass football stadium and Strom Thurmond Institute turn left onto Cherry Road Enter Bryan Mall by turning left at stop sign If parking is full you may park in the green spaces along Cherry Road Pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
The Stadium Residence Hall and the Shoeboxes Cope Benet Young Geer and Sanders Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station go through traffic signal at Cherry Road pass Strom Thurmond Institute and turn right onto Williamson Road Follow Williamson Road to stop sign Continue straight after stop sign turn right on South Palmetto Boulevard and imshymediately turn left into Sirrine parking lot or go straight on Williamson Road until Fort Hill Street turn right and park behind Geer or Sanders halls
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Go past the football stadium (on your left) and turn left onto Williamson Road You can then either turn right onto South Palmetto Boulevard and immediately left into the Sirrine parking lot or you can take a chance on finding a slot in the loading docks behind the halls by continushying on Williamson Road and turning right onto Fort Hill Street Pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
Johnstone Hall Sections A and A Annex
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to the second stoplight veer left toward Tillman Hall You will approach Tillman Hall You can either park on the street near Tillman or behind Tillman You may pick up your key in the University Union loggia
Holmes and McCabe Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to the second stoplight veer left toward Tillman Hall turn left at Calhoun Drive and turn right at Fort Hill Street
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry D Turn right onto Williamson Road and left onto Fort Hill Street Park in any available space and pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
Lightsey Bridge
From Anderson EasleyGreenville and Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station turn right onto Lightsey Bridge Road
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass football stadium Strom Thurmond Institute Cherry Road and Resident Parking Lot turn left onto Lightsey Bridge Road Report to desk at Lightsey Bridge Commons Building to check in and pick up your key
Thornhill Village
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Turn at the first left onto Newman Road Park near assigned apartment report to Thornhill Village Commons Building to check in and pick up key Residents may leave cars parked in adjashycent resident spaces after unloading
Calhoun Courts
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Turn at first left onto Newman Road Go through Thornhill Village turn right onto Morrison Street Park and walk to Calhoun Courts Commons Building to check in and get your key You may then move your car to the street near your apartshyment to unload
Clemson House
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to first stoplight turn right onto North Palmetto Boushylevard You can follow that road to the front of Clemson House or turn right immediately on Lee Street and turn left on Daniel Drive Pick up your key at the front desk You may park in any marked space to unload
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Call UsBarnett Hall Lightsey Bridge I Apartments Desk 656-2130 Desk 656-1150 RD Office 858-4230 RD Office
Benet Hall Lightsey Bridge II Apartments Desk 656-2349 Desk 656-1150 RD Office 858-8614 RD Office
Byrnes Hall Manning Hall Desk 656-2140 Desk 656-2311 RD Office 656-0420 RD Office
Calhoun Courts Apartments Mauldin Hall Desk 656-2341 Desk 656-2130 RD Office 656-0421 RD Office
Clemson House McCabe Hall Desk 656-2075 Desk 656-1767 RD Office 656-1841 RD Office
Cope Hall Sanders Hall Desk 656-4800 Desk 656-2403 RD Office 858-8434 RD Office
Greek Community on the Quad Smith Hall Desk 656-0528 Desk 656-2130
RD Office 656-7578 RD Office
Geer Hall Stadium Residence Hall
Desk 656-2404 Desk 656-4800
RD Office 858-8614 RD Office
Holmes Hall Thornhill Village Apartments
Desk 656-1767 Desk 656-1257
RD Office 656-4386 RD Office
Johnstone A Young Hall
Desk 656-2366 Desk 656-2410
RD Office 858-8822 RD Office
Lever Hall Desk 656-7325 RD Office 656-0419
656-0422
656-0422
656-0670
656-5441
858-8448
858-8861
858-4230
656-4817
656-1258
858-8861
Additional University Phone Numbers Admissions 656-2287 Bookstore 656-2050 Bursarrsquos Office 656-2321 Career Center 656-6000 Computer Center Help Desk 656-3494 Counseling and Psychological
Services 656-2451 Fike Recreation Center 656-2315 Financial Aid 656-2280 Graduate Admissions 656-3195 Honors College 656-4762 ID Services 656-0763 International Programs
and Services 656-3614 Library 656-3027 Maintenance and Custodial 656-5450 Parking Services 656-2270 Pest Control 656-5450 Post Office 656-2351 Registrar 656-2171 ResCom Support 656-5441 Student Disability Services 656-6848 Student Government 656-2195 Telecommunications 656-2600 Visitors Center 656-4789
Main Housing Office (864) 656-2295 FAX (864) 656-7615
Additional information is available at our Web site wwwhousingclemsonedu
Equal Opportunity in Programs and Activities Federal laws prohibit discrimination under programs and activshy
ities receiving federal financial assistance The statutes listed below are applicable to Clemson University and provide in part
Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 ldquoNo person in the United States shall on the ground of race
color or national origin be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 ldquoNo person in the United States shall on the basis of sex be
excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subshyjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ldquoNo otherwise qualified disabled individual in the United
States shall solely by reason of their disability be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Clemson University Statement Regarding Nondiscrimination
Clemson University does not discriminate against any indishyvidual or group of individuals on the basis of age color disability gender national origin race religion sexual orientation or vetershy
anrsquos status
Clemson University conducts its programs and activities involving admission and treatment of students employment teachshying research and public service in a nondiscriminatory manner as prescribed by federal law and regulation
Inquiries concerning the above may be addressed to President Clemson University Clemson South Carolina 29634 or Director Office for Civil Rights Department of Education Washington DC 20201
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HomeDonrsquot Leave Without It
Herersquos a checklist of things to consider bringing for your room or apartmenthellip
Alarm clock Bathrobe Blankets Book bagbackpack Can opener Cleaning supplies Coffee pothot pot Desk lamp (not halogen) Electrical surge protector Fan First-aid supplies Flashlight Hairdryer Hot-air popcorn popper Iron Ironing board Lap desk Laundry supplies (detergent laundry basket hangers)
University Housing 200 Mell Hall Box 344075 Clemson SC 29634-4075 (864) 656-2295 FAX (864) 656-7615
wwwhousingclemsonedu
Laptop Mattress cover (extra-long for a twin bed) Pillows Plastic storage containers Radio Raincoat Room decorations (no candles or incense) School supplies Sheets (extra-long for twin bed) Shower caddy Telephone Television with cable cord Toiletries Towels Trash can Umbrella Vacuum cleaner
Required
Saf
ety
Ru
les
at C
U
Play It
Safe
29
bull Keep all makeup and toiletry containers closed bull Keep your room clean bull Empty your trash can daily bull Work to reduce pest entryways bull Turn in maintenance problems promptly bull Wipe up spills as they occur bull Clean the refrigerator regularly (and in apartshy
ments donrsquot forget the stoves sinks and counter-tops too)
Be a Tiger Conservationist
When you live in University housing we ask you to practice good environmental and consershyvation habits Make efficient use of all resources Conserving water and electricity are two of the most important things you can do to make a positive imshypact such as not letting the water run in the sink while you brush your teeth or shave
Always put trash in its proper place Littering (inside or outside the buildings) is not permitted under any circumstances In short take responsibilshyity for your own actions If you make a mess please clean it up
We also ask you to reduce recycle and reuse materials whenever possible The University has an award-winning recycling program in which all facshyulty staff and students make a difference University Housing also promotes the Lighten Your Load proshygram at the end of the spring semester This program allows students to donate unwanted items to local charities which decreases the number of things they have to take home or store Itrsquos also a worthwhile opportunity to help others
As you spend your time in University buildshyings and around campus look for ways to support sustainable living and get involved in helping to conserve our precious natural resources
On Campus
Clemson is a small friendly community with little violent crime and fewer of the crime and safety problems that plague larger cities However neither the University nor the community is crime free The problems of drug and alcohol abuse acquaintance rape and other crimes affect every campus community
Thatrsquos why Clemson University has a professhysional police force of more than 30 full-time police officers who are graduates of the SC Criminal Justice Academy Theyrsquore more than just ldquocampus security officersrdquo As commissioned officers they have reporting responsibilities to the University the State Law Enforcement Division (SLED) and the court
Even before passage of the ldquoStudent Right to Know and Campus Security Act of 1990rdquo Clemson voluntarily reported its crime statistics to the FBI and has done so since 1980
Clemson also has a staff of student life proshyfessionals who are continually trained in crime prevention building security personal safety counseling victim assistance student discipline and other areas They ensure that the policies procedures and educational programs are in place to educate students about personal safety and to respond quickly and effectively to problems in campus housing and elsewhere
The campus and its physical facilities are maintained with safety in mind In recent years the University has invested heavily in improved lighting emergency telephones and security-conshyscious landscape design and maintenance In other words Clemson University is committed to proshyviding a safe and secure environment for students faculty and staff
The prompt reporting of crimes is encouraged If you have a problem at Clemson we want to know about it And we work hard to make sure ldquothe systemrdquo will be responsive to your needs
30
Additional information on security policies is contained in the Student Handbook and in the Campus Safety Report which also contains statistics on crime at the University and in the city of Clemson
A Word About Alcohol
One of the greatest potential problems facing all freshmen is the temptation to ldquoparty hardrdquo We want our students to have fun and enjoy themselves but we take a strong stance against not only the use of ilshylegal drugs but also against underage drinking and the abuse of alcohol by those of any age
The legal drinking age in South Carolina is 21 Consequently the possession or consumption of alcoshyhol in any form by anyone under age 21 is against the law and is therefore prohibited on the Clemson University campus Violations of this law and related University policies are considered very serious offensshyes and the penalties can be significant
We say this to you our new students because we want you to be successful in every way here at Clemson Experience has shown us that many students ignore or trivialize the issue of underage drinking Please donrsquot make that mistake This is a serious issue with serious consequences
Sure you can have fun But use your head Have fun legally and use good judgment That way everyshyone wins
Hall Security and Card Access
University Housing has a perimeter card access system installed in all campus residence halls Perimshyeter card access is a system that allows you to use your student ID card to enter certain exterior doors of the residence halls The system is designed to deny enshytrance into the residence halls by people who do not have permission to enter In order for this system to work we need your help Please donrsquot allow anyone to follow you in a door donrsquot allow anyone to use your ID card and never prop open a door for any reason
Your Personal Safety
We make every effort to maintain a safe campus for all students However there are some things you can do for your own safety
bull Walk in groups of two or more after dark bull Never hesitate to use the CUPDrsquos (Clemson
University Police Departmentrsquos) free Escort Sershyvice Call (864) 656-2222
bull Ride the free Clemson Area Transit (CAT) bus sershyvice
bull Walk in well-lighted well-traveled areas bull Make sure someone knows where you are and when
you expect to return bull Dress for freedom of movement mdash donrsquot wear conshy
fining or uncomfortable clothing bull After dark have your keys ready before you get to
your room apartment or car park in a well-lighted area
bull Always look into the back seat of your car and unshyder your car before getting in Also lock your doors while driving
bull Always lock your roomapartment door at night or while sleeping
bull If you receive annoying or obscene phone calls hang up and report the call to the CUPD
bull Always find out who is on the other side of the door before you open it
bull Take note of where the outdoor campus phones are located
Emergency Telephone Numbers
UniversityPoliceDepartment 911
FireDepartment 911
RedfernHealthCenter 656-2233
Ambulance 911
RapeCrisisHotline 868-7599
CAPS 656-2451
31
What You Need to Know About Physical and Sexual Assault
These strategies also have been found to help you avoid or prevent assaults
bull Be on the alert be aware of danger early bull Yell flee kick bull Display outrage rather than fear bull If your life is in danger use passive resistance (vomshy
it urinate tell the attacker you are diseased)
If you are a victim or know a victim of an assault follow these guidelines
bull Call police (911) Get medical attention immedishyately At a health-care facility you will be seen by a physician and you can talk with an assault specialshyist (Your identity will be protected at all times)
bull Report the crime to the CUPD Even if you choose not to press charges you may save another victim from the same fate If you think yoursquore going to press charges do not bathe or destroy any evidence such as clothing
bull Try to get an accurate description of the assailantrsquos appearance what was said or any other information that will assist police
ldquoDate rape drugsrdquo are present on most college campuses and they have been found in Clemson Do not take a drink from an open container or from a
drink not prepared in your presence Never leave a drink unattended Know who you are with Report all suspicious acts or persons to CUPD at (864) 656-2222 (or 911) More information about your safety will be available when you arrive on campus For additional information about staying safe keeping your things safe and getting a list of safety tips visit stuaffclemson educupd
Keeping Your Things Safe
bull Before coming to campus have identification numshybers engraved on your valuable belongings such as laptops bikes stereos etc and register them with the CUPD
bull Examine your parentsrsquo homeowners policy and be sure your personal property is insured
bull Always close and lock your doors and windows whenever you go to bed and whenever you leave your room or apartment even if yoursquore just going away for a few minutes Never loan out your key and report a lost key immediately to your RA If you canrsquot find your key see your RA about a recore (See Key Policy on page 35)
bull Donrsquot keep a lot of cash in your room bull Follow all visitation and escort policies bull Register your property with the Police Department
at stuaffclemsoneducupd
32
Fire Safety
Fire safety in a residence hall or apartment is everyonersquos responsibility Itrsquos important that you not only follow fire safety procedures but report all violashytions or fire hazards to your RA immediately bull Smoke only in designated areas NEVER IN BED bull Turn off electric blankets irons lamps and curling
irons right after use bull Never cover lamps with any material for any reason bull Candles and other open flame devices are not
allowed in residence halls or apartments (not even for decoration)
bull Halogen lamps are not permitted in residence halls or apartments
bull Check the smoke detector in your area weekly Go to your hall or apartment front desk for replacement batteries If you have a fire extinguisher in your area check it too
bull Keep hallways and exit paths clear at all times bull Do not overload circuits by plugging too many applishy
ances into one outlet If two or more appliances with a combined wattage of more than 1500 watts are used you must have an Underwriter Laboratory-apshyproved power strip with a built-in circuit breaker (15 amp or less)
bull Extension cords shall not be used as a substitute for permanent wiring
bull Extension cords must not be used in succession or in conjunction with power strips
bull If you see a fire immediately move to a safe area and call 911 to report the fire
bull If your clothing catches on fire drop to the floor and roll back and forth until the flame is out
bull ALWAYS take fire alarms seriously and leave the building by assigned routes
bull Gas grills may not be used or stored in any residential area (including apartments)
bull All curtains decorations or displays used in windows must be made of flame-resistive materials
bull Do not tamper with or remove any fire detection deshyvice and do not hang anything from a sprinkler head
Thatrsquos theRule Since yoursquore new here you probably have a lot
of questions about living on campus This section will give you a better idea of your rights on campus as well as Clemson Universityrsquos regulations put in place for your safety and well-being Our policies are creshyated to make an atmosphere that helps all students enjoy and benefit from their university experience
Alcohol Policy The Universityrsquos policies on the possession and
consumption of alcohol are the same as the municipal ordinances and state and federal laws For students of legal drinking age the University does not restrict the possesshysion or consumption of alcohol in your private residence (your room or apartment) except in certain residence halls designated as alcohol-free However in public areas outside of your residence you may not have an open container of an alcoholic beverage of any kind Public areas include residence hall lobbies utilitystudy rooms hallways and areas immediately outside residence halls and apartments Possession consumption or display of alcohol or alcohol containers is not permitted in any area designated as alshycohol-free A number of residence halls are designated as totally alcohol-free These include Johnstone Main and
Annex Benet Young Geer Sanders Byrnes Lever Manning Smith Barnett Mauldin and Holmes For deshytailed information concerning the consumption of alcohol in University housing contact your RD or area housing office Also refer to your Student Handbook
Asbestos Some areas of University housing have asbestos-conshy
taining materials present A licensed asbestos abatement team manages these materials Students especially those erecting and using lofts should use caution and not disturb any sprayed-on ceiling materials Any questions concernshying the asbestos materials locations and hazards should be referred to the Housing Facilities Office or the Asbestos Abatement Program director at (864) 656-4930 for further clarification
Banners and Signs Hanging banners on residence halls is a good way
to campaign for office announce an event or show your school spirit But before displaying your sign check with your RA or RD to find out where signs may be displayed If you put up a banner yoursquore responsible for taking it down no later than 24 hours after itrsquos ldquoold newsrdquo Be sure all the tape remains are removed too
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bull Keep all outside doors locked Propping outside doors for easy re-entry makes the entire building less secure and is considered a very serious violashytion of policy
bull Keep your room door locked bull Report all suspicious activities and individuals to
the desk staff night security officers and the poshylice
bull Always lock your car and never leave valuables in your car
bull Register your bicycle with the campus police and always lock it securely through the wheels and frame
bull Park your car in the designated lots if you leave it on campus during breaks
Visit stuaffclemsoneducupd for additional inforshymation
34
Candles Incense Fireworks Firearms Inflammables and Explosives
Due to concerns for fire safety and personal safety having or using any items that might be classified under these headshyings is strictly forbidden in University housing Violations of this policy could result in suspension from the University eviction from University housing andor separation from the University
Clearance Cards This term refers to the large card also called a ldquoRoom
Property Certificaterdquo that each resident is required to review and sign during the first 24 hours after moving into University housing The card has a space for you to report any missing or damaged property in your room or apartment Itrsquos very important that you check the card carefully and return it to your RA If you donrsquot at the end of the year you could be held responsible for anything wrong with your room or apartment regardless of its condition when you moved in
Cooking Housing has restrictions against cooking in residence hall
rooms (not apartments) for a couple of reasons 1) Fire safety 2) Sanitation Anything you can prepare in a thermostatically conshy
trolled percolator or a hot-air popcorn popper is legal You may also use the combination microwaverefrigerator-freezer (Microfridge) available for rent from Student Government Any other type of cooking equipment must be stored and used in your residence hall kitchen not in your room Violations of this policy will result in a $50 charge Gas grills may not be used or stored in any residence hall or apartment area
Damages Communal Property Your contract explains that when hallways bathrooms
elevators and other public areas in a residence facility receive undue abuse we expect the assistance of the residents of that area in finding the person(s) responsible When the person(s) cannot be identified all residents will be required to pay a proshyrated share of repairing such damages
Damages Rooms or Apartments As your University Housing Contract explains yoursquore
responsible for any damages that happen in your room or apartment while you live here If damages are accidental you must still pay repair costs When damages are the result of vandalism the person(s) responsible must not only pay for reshypairs but may also face disciplinary proceedings
Drugs All University officials including Housing officials will
assist and cooperate with law enforcement personnel as they
perform their duties in controlling the possession and use of illegal substances on campus Students convicted of violations of state or federal laws are subject to further disciplinary action by the University
Fire Safety On-campus residents can help keep their homes and their
neighbors safe from fire by following all Housing regulations concerning candles fireworks explosives halogen lamps the use of electrical equipment and general safety standards Any student who willfully compromises the safety of fellow residents by tampering with fire safety equipment or sounding false alarms will be subject to criminal prosecution eviction from University housing andor separation from the Univershysity Students who fail to evacuate when an alarm sounds are also subject to disciplinary action
Furniture Removal Every piece of furniture in your room or apartment at the
time you move in must stay in the roomapartment for the entire time you live there You may not remove store or trade furnishings There is an automatic $50 charge for violating this policy
Guns See ldquoCandles Incense Fireworks etcrdquo
Harassment It is the policy of Clemson University to conduct and
provide programs activities and services to students faculty and staff in an atmosphere free from racial or sexual harassshyment Harassment is any behavior that would verbally or physically threaten torment badger heckle or persecute an individual because of hisher race or gender Harassment of University faculty staff students or visitors is prohibited and shall subject the offender to appropriate disciplinary action Students who feel that they have been subjected to racial or sexual harassment should seek advice from the Office of Human Resources
Housing Contract You are required to sign a University Housing Contract
each year when you reserve a room or apartment and itrsquos important that you read your copy carefully Be sure you unshyderstand that the contract is binding for an entire academic year You canrsquot move off campus after first semester unless you meet very specific conditions outlined in the contract If yoursquore thinking about moving off campus talk with someone in University Housing before you make your plans
Incident Reports Residentapartment assistants and resident directors are
charged with the responsibility of confronting and working with students who break University or Housing policies Such violations are documented through incident reports which are completed and submitted by RAs and RDs Once a student violates a policy and an incident report is completed a Housing administrator deshycides how the infraction is to be handled Violations of policy may be dealt with administratively or through the Office of Student Conduct
Key Policy When you first report to your room or apartment yoursquoll be
issued one key free of charge If you lose your key and need a temshyporary replacement you may check one out from the desk for your area If you donrsquot find your lost key within 24 hours your lock must be changed and new keys cut The resulting cost is $50 When you check out of University housing your key must be returned or rekeying will be necessary and you will be charged for the service
Ledges Roofs Attics and Equipment Rooms The University Housing Contract expressly describes
these areas as ldquooff-limitsrdquo In the interest of your personal safety we expect your cooperation in this matter
Lofts Lofts may be used in most traditional residence hall
rooms See page 26 for more details on lofts Lofting is NOT permitted in Holmes McCabe or the Stadium Resishydence halls the Clemson House the Greek Community on the Quad or any of the apartment areas
Lounges Many residence hall lounges are open for use by all
residents on an unlimited basis Others however may be reserved for private gatherings of residents or student orshyganizations through the appropriate area office
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Quiet Hours Quiet hours are in effect 24 hours a day Strict quiet hours
are in effect from 700 pm until 800 am meaning there should be no disturbing noise in the residence halls and apartshyments At least one week before final exams and through the examination period strict quiet hours are to be observed 24 hours a day
Roofs See ldquoLedges Roofs Attics etcrdquo
Room and Apartment Changes
Employee (Green Permit) Restricted as Posted Commuting Student (Orange Permit) and Employee Resident Student (Blue Permit)No room or apartment changes may be made unless a
formal request has been submitted to the Housing office and approval has been received Performing an illegal room change
Parking Designations
Apartment (Purple Permit) Clemson House Resident Student (Purple Permit)
carries an automatic charge of $50 Questions about changes may be directed at any time to the assistant director of housshying administrative services-assignments at 200 Mell Hall Call (864) 656-2295 to make an appointment
Sales and Solicitation To protect your right to privacy in your residence hall
room or apartment the University has strict guidelines on fund-raisers promotions or sales on campus All solicitation must be approved by the Office of Programs and Activities so be sure to contact this office at (864) 656-4636 or 656-4357 if you have a sale or fund-raiser in mind Also if your right to privacy in your hall or apartment is ever violated by a door-toshydoor canvasser please report it immediately to the RA or RD for your area
Showers Members of the opposite sex are not allowed to use the
shower facilities of the residence halls that are served by comshymunal bathrooms
Smoke-free Halls All residence halls are designated as totally smoke-free
areas Apartment areas are self-regulated in regard to smoking
Visitation Members of the opposite sex are allowed in rooms and
apartments every day based upon the visitation for that area All residence halls with communal baths have a Standard Visshyitation plan 1000-200 am every day Areas with private or suite baths have a Self-Regulated plan that allows occupants to set visitation hours by mutual agreement at the beginning of each year or whenever occupancy changes
Window TreatmentsDisplays All curtains decorations or displays used in windows must
be made of flame-resistive materials
Emergency Call Station
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Employee (Green Permit)Restricted as PostedCommuting Student (Orange Permit) and EmployeeResident Student (Blue Permit)Apartment (Purple Permit)Clemson House Resident Student (Purple Permit)Emergency Call Station
Parking Designations
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Campus Map
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1 Johnstone A and A Annex
The Suites 2 McCabe 3 Holmes 4 Stadium Residence Hall
The Shoeboxes 5 Geer 6 Sanders 7 Benet 8 Young 9 Cope
10 Clemson House
Bryan Mall 11 Mauldin 12 Barnett 13 Smith 14 Manning 15 Lever 16 Byrnes
The Apartments 17 Calhoun Courts 18 Thornhill Village 19 Lightsey Bridge I 20 Lightsey Bridge II
Clemsonrsquos Greek Community on the Quad 21 Bowen 22 Bradley 23 Donaldson 24 Wannamaker 25 Norris 26 Simpson North 27 Simpson South
28 Hendrix Student Center
Dining Halls 29 Schilletter 30 Harcombe 31 Clemson House
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Campus Entry A
From Anderson on Highway 76 Pass the SC National Guard (on right) at stopshylight turn left onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) From EasleyGreenville on Highway 123 Turn left onto Highway 76 at the Ramada Inn Go under Highway 93 (do not exit) at stoplight turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road the next road to the right) From Central on Highway 93 Exit onto Highway 76 toward Anderson Stay right at stoplight turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road)
Campus Entry B
From Anderson on Highway 76 Exit onto Highway 93 Clemson University Exit From EasleyGreenville on Highway 123 Exit onto Highway 93 at Clemson University Exit From Seneca on Highway 123 Follow Highway 123 Turn right on Highway 76 Turn right onto Highway 93 at Clemson University Exit From Central on Highway 93 Go straight onto camshypus
Campus Entry C
From Seneca on Highway 123 Bear right onto Highway 93 to Clemson University Go across bridge turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road)
Campus Entry D
From Seneca on Highway 123 Bear right onto Highway 93 to Clemson University Go across bridge pass Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) turn right at next stoplight onto Williamson Road
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Bryan Mall Byrnes Manning Lever Smith Barnett and Mauldin Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station turn right at Cherry Road Turn left into Bryan Mall at stop sign If parking is full you may park in the green spaces along Cherry Road
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass football stadium and Strom Thurmond Institute turn left onto Cherry Road Enter Bryan Mall by turning left at stop sign If parking is full you may park in the green spaces along Cherry Road Pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
The Stadium Residence Hall and the Shoeboxes Cope Benet Young Geer and Sanders Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station go through traffic signal at Cherry Road pass Strom Thurmond Institute and turn right onto Williamson Road Follow Williamson Road to stop sign Continue straight after stop sign turn right on South Palmetto Boulevard and imshymediately turn left into Sirrine parking lot or go straight on Williamson Road until Fort Hill Street turn right and park behind Geer or Sanders halls
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Go past the football stadium (on your left) and turn left onto Williamson Road You can then either turn right onto South Palmetto Boulevard and immediately left into the Sirrine parking lot or you can take a chance on finding a slot in the loading docks behind the halls by continushying on Williamson Road and turning right onto Fort Hill Street Pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
Johnstone Hall Sections A and A Annex
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to the second stoplight veer left toward Tillman Hall You will approach Tillman Hall You can either park on the street near Tillman or behind Tillman You may pick up your key in the University Union loggia
Holmes and McCabe Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to the second stoplight veer left toward Tillman Hall turn left at Calhoun Drive and turn right at Fort Hill Street
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry D Turn right onto Williamson Road and left onto Fort Hill Street Park in any available space and pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
Lightsey Bridge
From Anderson EasleyGreenville and Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station turn right onto Lightsey Bridge Road
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass football stadium Strom Thurmond Institute Cherry Road and Resident Parking Lot turn left onto Lightsey Bridge Road Report to desk at Lightsey Bridge Commons Building to check in and pick up your key
Thornhill Village
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Turn at the first left onto Newman Road Park near assigned apartment report to Thornhill Village Commons Building to check in and pick up key Residents may leave cars parked in adjashycent resident spaces after unloading
Calhoun Courts
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Turn at first left onto Newman Road Go through Thornhill Village turn right onto Morrison Street Park and walk to Calhoun Courts Commons Building to check in and get your key You may then move your car to the street near your apartshyment to unload
Clemson House
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to first stoplight turn right onto North Palmetto Boushylevard You can follow that road to the front of Clemson House or turn right immediately on Lee Street and turn left on Daniel Drive Pick up your key at the front desk You may park in any marked space to unload
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Call UsBarnett Hall Lightsey Bridge I Apartments Desk 656-2130 Desk 656-1150 RD Office 858-4230 RD Office
Benet Hall Lightsey Bridge II Apartments Desk 656-2349 Desk 656-1150 RD Office 858-8614 RD Office
Byrnes Hall Manning Hall Desk 656-2140 Desk 656-2311 RD Office 656-0420 RD Office
Calhoun Courts Apartments Mauldin Hall Desk 656-2341 Desk 656-2130 RD Office 656-0421 RD Office
Clemson House McCabe Hall Desk 656-2075 Desk 656-1767 RD Office 656-1841 RD Office
Cope Hall Sanders Hall Desk 656-4800 Desk 656-2403 RD Office 858-8434 RD Office
Greek Community on the Quad Smith Hall Desk 656-0528 Desk 656-2130
RD Office 656-7578 RD Office
Geer Hall Stadium Residence Hall
Desk 656-2404 Desk 656-4800
RD Office 858-8614 RD Office
Holmes Hall Thornhill Village Apartments
Desk 656-1767 Desk 656-1257
RD Office 656-4386 RD Office
Johnstone A Young Hall
Desk 656-2366 Desk 656-2410
RD Office 858-8822 RD Office
Lever Hall Desk 656-7325 RD Office 656-0419
656-0422
656-0422
656-0670
656-5441
858-8448
858-8861
858-4230
656-4817
656-1258
858-8861
Additional University Phone Numbers Admissions 656-2287 Bookstore 656-2050 Bursarrsquos Office 656-2321 Career Center 656-6000 Computer Center Help Desk 656-3494 Counseling and Psychological
Services 656-2451 Fike Recreation Center 656-2315 Financial Aid 656-2280 Graduate Admissions 656-3195 Honors College 656-4762 ID Services 656-0763 International Programs
and Services 656-3614 Library 656-3027 Maintenance and Custodial 656-5450 Parking Services 656-2270 Pest Control 656-5450 Post Office 656-2351 Registrar 656-2171 ResCom Support 656-5441 Student Disability Services 656-6848 Student Government 656-2195 Telecommunications 656-2600 Visitors Center 656-4789
Main Housing Office (864) 656-2295 FAX (864) 656-7615
Additional information is available at our Web site wwwhousingclemsonedu
Equal Opportunity in Programs and Activities Federal laws prohibit discrimination under programs and activshy
ities receiving federal financial assistance The statutes listed below are applicable to Clemson University and provide in part
Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 ldquoNo person in the United States shall on the ground of race
color or national origin be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 ldquoNo person in the United States shall on the basis of sex be
excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subshyjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ldquoNo otherwise qualified disabled individual in the United
States shall solely by reason of their disability be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Clemson University Statement Regarding Nondiscrimination
Clemson University does not discriminate against any indishyvidual or group of individuals on the basis of age color disability gender national origin race religion sexual orientation or vetershy
anrsquos status
Clemson University conducts its programs and activities involving admission and treatment of students employment teachshying research and public service in a nondiscriminatory manner as prescribed by federal law and regulation
Inquiries concerning the above may be addressed to President Clemson University Clemson South Carolina 29634 or Director Office for Civil Rights Department of Education Washington DC 20201
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HomeDonrsquot Leave Without It
Herersquos a checklist of things to consider bringing for your room or apartmenthellip
Alarm clock Bathrobe Blankets Book bagbackpack Can opener Cleaning supplies Coffee pothot pot Desk lamp (not halogen) Electrical surge protector Fan First-aid supplies Flashlight Hairdryer Hot-air popcorn popper Iron Ironing board Lap desk Laundry supplies (detergent laundry basket hangers)
University Housing 200 Mell Hall Box 344075 Clemson SC 29634-4075 (864) 656-2295 FAX (864) 656-7615
wwwhousingclemsonedu
Laptop Mattress cover (extra-long for a twin bed) Pillows Plastic storage containers Radio Raincoat Room decorations (no candles or incense) School supplies Sheets (extra-long for twin bed) Shower caddy Telephone Television with cable cord Toiletries Towels Trash can Umbrella Vacuum cleaner
Required
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Additional information on security policies is contained in the Student Handbook and in the Campus Safety Report which also contains statistics on crime at the University and in the city of Clemson
A Word About Alcohol
One of the greatest potential problems facing all freshmen is the temptation to ldquoparty hardrdquo We want our students to have fun and enjoy themselves but we take a strong stance against not only the use of ilshylegal drugs but also against underage drinking and the abuse of alcohol by those of any age
The legal drinking age in South Carolina is 21 Consequently the possession or consumption of alcoshyhol in any form by anyone under age 21 is against the law and is therefore prohibited on the Clemson University campus Violations of this law and related University policies are considered very serious offensshyes and the penalties can be significant
We say this to you our new students because we want you to be successful in every way here at Clemson Experience has shown us that many students ignore or trivialize the issue of underage drinking Please donrsquot make that mistake This is a serious issue with serious consequences
Sure you can have fun But use your head Have fun legally and use good judgment That way everyshyone wins
Hall Security and Card Access
University Housing has a perimeter card access system installed in all campus residence halls Perimshyeter card access is a system that allows you to use your student ID card to enter certain exterior doors of the residence halls The system is designed to deny enshytrance into the residence halls by people who do not have permission to enter In order for this system to work we need your help Please donrsquot allow anyone to follow you in a door donrsquot allow anyone to use your ID card and never prop open a door for any reason
Your Personal Safety
We make every effort to maintain a safe campus for all students However there are some things you can do for your own safety
bull Walk in groups of two or more after dark bull Never hesitate to use the CUPDrsquos (Clemson
University Police Departmentrsquos) free Escort Sershyvice Call (864) 656-2222
bull Ride the free Clemson Area Transit (CAT) bus sershyvice
bull Walk in well-lighted well-traveled areas bull Make sure someone knows where you are and when
you expect to return bull Dress for freedom of movement mdash donrsquot wear conshy
fining or uncomfortable clothing bull After dark have your keys ready before you get to
your room apartment or car park in a well-lighted area
bull Always look into the back seat of your car and unshyder your car before getting in Also lock your doors while driving
bull Always lock your roomapartment door at night or while sleeping
bull If you receive annoying or obscene phone calls hang up and report the call to the CUPD
bull Always find out who is on the other side of the door before you open it
bull Take note of where the outdoor campus phones are located
Emergency Telephone Numbers
UniversityPoliceDepartment 911
FireDepartment 911
RedfernHealthCenter 656-2233
Ambulance 911
RapeCrisisHotline 868-7599
CAPS 656-2451
31
What You Need to Know About Physical and Sexual Assault
These strategies also have been found to help you avoid or prevent assaults
bull Be on the alert be aware of danger early bull Yell flee kick bull Display outrage rather than fear bull If your life is in danger use passive resistance (vomshy
it urinate tell the attacker you are diseased)
If you are a victim or know a victim of an assault follow these guidelines
bull Call police (911) Get medical attention immedishyately At a health-care facility you will be seen by a physician and you can talk with an assault specialshyist (Your identity will be protected at all times)
bull Report the crime to the CUPD Even if you choose not to press charges you may save another victim from the same fate If you think yoursquore going to press charges do not bathe or destroy any evidence such as clothing
bull Try to get an accurate description of the assailantrsquos appearance what was said or any other information that will assist police
ldquoDate rape drugsrdquo are present on most college campuses and they have been found in Clemson Do not take a drink from an open container or from a
drink not prepared in your presence Never leave a drink unattended Know who you are with Report all suspicious acts or persons to CUPD at (864) 656-2222 (or 911) More information about your safety will be available when you arrive on campus For additional information about staying safe keeping your things safe and getting a list of safety tips visit stuaffclemson educupd
Keeping Your Things Safe
bull Before coming to campus have identification numshybers engraved on your valuable belongings such as laptops bikes stereos etc and register them with the CUPD
bull Examine your parentsrsquo homeowners policy and be sure your personal property is insured
bull Always close and lock your doors and windows whenever you go to bed and whenever you leave your room or apartment even if yoursquore just going away for a few minutes Never loan out your key and report a lost key immediately to your RA If you canrsquot find your key see your RA about a recore (See Key Policy on page 35)
bull Donrsquot keep a lot of cash in your room bull Follow all visitation and escort policies bull Register your property with the Police Department
at stuaffclemsoneducupd
32
Fire Safety
Fire safety in a residence hall or apartment is everyonersquos responsibility Itrsquos important that you not only follow fire safety procedures but report all violashytions or fire hazards to your RA immediately bull Smoke only in designated areas NEVER IN BED bull Turn off electric blankets irons lamps and curling
irons right after use bull Never cover lamps with any material for any reason bull Candles and other open flame devices are not
allowed in residence halls or apartments (not even for decoration)
bull Halogen lamps are not permitted in residence halls or apartments
bull Check the smoke detector in your area weekly Go to your hall or apartment front desk for replacement batteries If you have a fire extinguisher in your area check it too
bull Keep hallways and exit paths clear at all times bull Do not overload circuits by plugging too many applishy
ances into one outlet If two or more appliances with a combined wattage of more than 1500 watts are used you must have an Underwriter Laboratory-apshyproved power strip with a built-in circuit breaker (15 amp or less)
bull Extension cords shall not be used as a substitute for permanent wiring
bull Extension cords must not be used in succession or in conjunction with power strips
bull If you see a fire immediately move to a safe area and call 911 to report the fire
bull If your clothing catches on fire drop to the floor and roll back and forth until the flame is out
bull ALWAYS take fire alarms seriously and leave the building by assigned routes
bull Gas grills may not be used or stored in any residential area (including apartments)
bull All curtains decorations or displays used in windows must be made of flame-resistive materials
bull Do not tamper with or remove any fire detection deshyvice and do not hang anything from a sprinkler head
Thatrsquos theRule Since yoursquore new here you probably have a lot
of questions about living on campus This section will give you a better idea of your rights on campus as well as Clemson Universityrsquos regulations put in place for your safety and well-being Our policies are creshyated to make an atmosphere that helps all students enjoy and benefit from their university experience
Alcohol Policy The Universityrsquos policies on the possession and
consumption of alcohol are the same as the municipal ordinances and state and federal laws For students of legal drinking age the University does not restrict the possesshysion or consumption of alcohol in your private residence (your room or apartment) except in certain residence halls designated as alcohol-free However in public areas outside of your residence you may not have an open container of an alcoholic beverage of any kind Public areas include residence hall lobbies utilitystudy rooms hallways and areas immediately outside residence halls and apartments Possession consumption or display of alcohol or alcohol containers is not permitted in any area designated as alshycohol-free A number of residence halls are designated as totally alcohol-free These include Johnstone Main and
Annex Benet Young Geer Sanders Byrnes Lever Manning Smith Barnett Mauldin and Holmes For deshytailed information concerning the consumption of alcohol in University housing contact your RD or area housing office Also refer to your Student Handbook
Asbestos Some areas of University housing have asbestos-conshy
taining materials present A licensed asbestos abatement team manages these materials Students especially those erecting and using lofts should use caution and not disturb any sprayed-on ceiling materials Any questions concernshying the asbestos materials locations and hazards should be referred to the Housing Facilities Office or the Asbestos Abatement Program director at (864) 656-4930 for further clarification
Banners and Signs Hanging banners on residence halls is a good way
to campaign for office announce an event or show your school spirit But before displaying your sign check with your RA or RD to find out where signs may be displayed If you put up a banner yoursquore responsible for taking it down no later than 24 hours after itrsquos ldquoold newsrdquo Be sure all the tape remains are removed too
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bull Keep all outside doors locked Propping outside doors for easy re-entry makes the entire building less secure and is considered a very serious violashytion of policy
bull Keep your room door locked bull Report all suspicious activities and individuals to
the desk staff night security officers and the poshylice
bull Always lock your car and never leave valuables in your car
bull Register your bicycle with the campus police and always lock it securely through the wheels and frame
bull Park your car in the designated lots if you leave it on campus during breaks
Visit stuaffclemsoneducupd for additional inforshymation
34
Candles Incense Fireworks Firearms Inflammables and Explosives
Due to concerns for fire safety and personal safety having or using any items that might be classified under these headshyings is strictly forbidden in University housing Violations of this policy could result in suspension from the University eviction from University housing andor separation from the University
Clearance Cards This term refers to the large card also called a ldquoRoom
Property Certificaterdquo that each resident is required to review and sign during the first 24 hours after moving into University housing The card has a space for you to report any missing or damaged property in your room or apartment Itrsquos very important that you check the card carefully and return it to your RA If you donrsquot at the end of the year you could be held responsible for anything wrong with your room or apartment regardless of its condition when you moved in
Cooking Housing has restrictions against cooking in residence hall
rooms (not apartments) for a couple of reasons 1) Fire safety 2) Sanitation Anything you can prepare in a thermostatically conshy
trolled percolator or a hot-air popcorn popper is legal You may also use the combination microwaverefrigerator-freezer (Microfridge) available for rent from Student Government Any other type of cooking equipment must be stored and used in your residence hall kitchen not in your room Violations of this policy will result in a $50 charge Gas grills may not be used or stored in any residence hall or apartment area
Damages Communal Property Your contract explains that when hallways bathrooms
elevators and other public areas in a residence facility receive undue abuse we expect the assistance of the residents of that area in finding the person(s) responsible When the person(s) cannot be identified all residents will be required to pay a proshyrated share of repairing such damages
Damages Rooms or Apartments As your University Housing Contract explains yoursquore
responsible for any damages that happen in your room or apartment while you live here If damages are accidental you must still pay repair costs When damages are the result of vandalism the person(s) responsible must not only pay for reshypairs but may also face disciplinary proceedings
Drugs All University officials including Housing officials will
assist and cooperate with law enforcement personnel as they
perform their duties in controlling the possession and use of illegal substances on campus Students convicted of violations of state or federal laws are subject to further disciplinary action by the University
Fire Safety On-campus residents can help keep their homes and their
neighbors safe from fire by following all Housing regulations concerning candles fireworks explosives halogen lamps the use of electrical equipment and general safety standards Any student who willfully compromises the safety of fellow residents by tampering with fire safety equipment or sounding false alarms will be subject to criminal prosecution eviction from University housing andor separation from the Univershysity Students who fail to evacuate when an alarm sounds are also subject to disciplinary action
Furniture Removal Every piece of furniture in your room or apartment at the
time you move in must stay in the roomapartment for the entire time you live there You may not remove store or trade furnishings There is an automatic $50 charge for violating this policy
Guns See ldquoCandles Incense Fireworks etcrdquo
Harassment It is the policy of Clemson University to conduct and
provide programs activities and services to students faculty and staff in an atmosphere free from racial or sexual harassshyment Harassment is any behavior that would verbally or physically threaten torment badger heckle or persecute an individual because of hisher race or gender Harassment of University faculty staff students or visitors is prohibited and shall subject the offender to appropriate disciplinary action Students who feel that they have been subjected to racial or sexual harassment should seek advice from the Office of Human Resources
Housing Contract You are required to sign a University Housing Contract
each year when you reserve a room or apartment and itrsquos important that you read your copy carefully Be sure you unshyderstand that the contract is binding for an entire academic year You canrsquot move off campus after first semester unless you meet very specific conditions outlined in the contract If yoursquore thinking about moving off campus talk with someone in University Housing before you make your plans
Incident Reports Residentapartment assistants and resident directors are
charged with the responsibility of confronting and working with students who break University or Housing policies Such violations are documented through incident reports which are completed and submitted by RAs and RDs Once a student violates a policy and an incident report is completed a Housing administrator deshycides how the infraction is to be handled Violations of policy may be dealt with administratively or through the Office of Student Conduct
Key Policy When you first report to your room or apartment yoursquoll be
issued one key free of charge If you lose your key and need a temshyporary replacement you may check one out from the desk for your area If you donrsquot find your lost key within 24 hours your lock must be changed and new keys cut The resulting cost is $50 When you check out of University housing your key must be returned or rekeying will be necessary and you will be charged for the service
Ledges Roofs Attics and Equipment Rooms The University Housing Contract expressly describes
these areas as ldquooff-limitsrdquo In the interest of your personal safety we expect your cooperation in this matter
Lofts Lofts may be used in most traditional residence hall
rooms See page 26 for more details on lofts Lofting is NOT permitted in Holmes McCabe or the Stadium Resishydence halls the Clemson House the Greek Community on the Quad or any of the apartment areas
Lounges Many residence hall lounges are open for use by all
residents on an unlimited basis Others however may be reserved for private gatherings of residents or student orshyganizations through the appropriate area office
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C-6
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Quiet Hours Quiet hours are in effect 24 hours a day Strict quiet hours
are in effect from 700 pm until 800 am meaning there should be no disturbing noise in the residence halls and apartshyments At least one week before final exams and through the examination period strict quiet hours are to be observed 24 hours a day
Roofs See ldquoLedges Roofs Attics etcrdquo
Room and Apartment Changes
Employee (Green Permit) Restricted as Posted Commuting Student (Orange Permit) and Employee Resident Student (Blue Permit)No room or apartment changes may be made unless a
formal request has been submitted to the Housing office and approval has been received Performing an illegal room change
Parking Designations
Apartment (Purple Permit) Clemson House Resident Student (Purple Permit)
carries an automatic charge of $50 Questions about changes may be directed at any time to the assistant director of housshying administrative services-assignments at 200 Mell Hall Call (864) 656-2295 to make an appointment
Sales and Solicitation To protect your right to privacy in your residence hall
room or apartment the University has strict guidelines on fund-raisers promotions or sales on campus All solicitation must be approved by the Office of Programs and Activities so be sure to contact this office at (864) 656-4636 or 656-4357 if you have a sale or fund-raiser in mind Also if your right to privacy in your hall or apartment is ever violated by a door-toshydoor canvasser please report it immediately to the RA or RD for your area
Showers Members of the opposite sex are not allowed to use the
shower facilities of the residence halls that are served by comshymunal bathrooms
Smoke-free Halls All residence halls are designated as totally smoke-free
areas Apartment areas are self-regulated in regard to smoking
Visitation Members of the opposite sex are allowed in rooms and
apartments every day based upon the visitation for that area All residence halls with communal baths have a Standard Visshyitation plan 1000-200 am every day Areas with private or suite baths have a Self-Regulated plan that allows occupants to set visitation hours by mutual agreement at the beginning of each year or whenever occupancy changes
Window TreatmentsDisplays All curtains decorations or displays used in windows must
be made of flame-resistive materials
Emergency Call Station
C-11
C-2 E-2
R-1
19 E-20
R-4 E-1
21
15
A 20 E-13 22
14A 16
C-1 12 P-2
17 13
P-1 18
BB
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Employee (Green Permit)Restricted as PostedCommuting Student (Orange Permit) and EmployeeResident Student (Blue Permit)Apartment (Purple Permit)Clemson House Resident Student (Purple Permit)Emergency Call Station
Parking Designations
P-1
P-2
E-2
E-1
E-10
E-13
E-20
R-1
R-4
C-1
C-2
A
B
Campus Map
E-8 E-9 P-4
C-11 C-4 C-5 E-7C C-12 R-2 R-3
P-3
E-3 C-13 C-3 C-10
C-7 C-9
E-4
E-16 C-6 DE-14
E-15 E-32
E-5
E-12
E-6
E-11
1 Johnstone A and A Annex
The Suites 2 McCabe 3 Holmes 4 Stadium Residence Hall
The Shoeboxes 5 Geer 6 Sanders 7 Benet 8 Young 9 Cope
10 Clemson House
Bryan Mall 11 Mauldin 12 Barnett 13 Smith 14 Manning 15 Lever 16 Byrnes
The Apartments 17 Calhoun Courts 18 Thornhill Village 19 Lightsey Bridge I 20 Lightsey Bridge II
Clemsonrsquos Greek Community on the Quad 21 Bowen 22 Bradley 23 Donaldson 24 Wannamaker 25 Norris 26 Simpson North 27 Simpson South
28 Hendrix Student Center
Dining Halls 29 Schilletter 30 Harcombe 31 Clemson House
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Campus Entry A
From Anderson on Highway 76 Pass the SC National Guard (on right) at stopshylight turn left onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) From EasleyGreenville on Highway 123 Turn left onto Highway 76 at the Ramada Inn Go under Highway 93 (do not exit) at stoplight turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road the next road to the right) From Central on Highway 93 Exit onto Highway 76 toward Anderson Stay right at stoplight turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road)
Campus Entry B
From Anderson on Highway 76 Exit onto Highway 93 Clemson University Exit From EasleyGreenville on Highway 123 Exit onto Highway 93 at Clemson University Exit From Seneca on Highway 123 Follow Highway 123 Turn right on Highway 76 Turn right onto Highway 93 at Clemson University Exit From Central on Highway 93 Go straight onto camshypus
Campus Entry C
From Seneca on Highway 123 Bear right onto Highway 93 to Clemson University Go across bridge turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road)
Campus Entry D
From Seneca on Highway 123 Bear right onto Highway 93 to Clemson University Go across bridge pass Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) turn right at next stoplight onto Williamson Road
42
Bryan Mall Byrnes Manning Lever Smith Barnett and Mauldin Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station turn right at Cherry Road Turn left into Bryan Mall at stop sign If parking is full you may park in the green spaces along Cherry Road
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass football stadium and Strom Thurmond Institute turn left onto Cherry Road Enter Bryan Mall by turning left at stop sign If parking is full you may park in the green spaces along Cherry Road Pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
The Stadium Residence Hall and the Shoeboxes Cope Benet Young Geer and Sanders Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station go through traffic signal at Cherry Road pass Strom Thurmond Institute and turn right onto Williamson Road Follow Williamson Road to stop sign Continue straight after stop sign turn right on South Palmetto Boulevard and imshymediately turn left into Sirrine parking lot or go straight on Williamson Road until Fort Hill Street turn right and park behind Geer or Sanders halls
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Go past the football stadium (on your left) and turn left onto Williamson Road You can then either turn right onto South Palmetto Boulevard and immediately left into the Sirrine parking lot or you can take a chance on finding a slot in the loading docks behind the halls by continushying on Williamson Road and turning right onto Fort Hill Street Pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
Johnstone Hall Sections A and A Annex
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to the second stoplight veer left toward Tillman Hall You will approach Tillman Hall You can either park on the street near Tillman or behind Tillman You may pick up your key in the University Union loggia
Holmes and McCabe Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to the second stoplight veer left toward Tillman Hall turn left at Calhoun Drive and turn right at Fort Hill Street
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry D Turn right onto Williamson Road and left onto Fort Hill Street Park in any available space and pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
Lightsey Bridge
From Anderson EasleyGreenville and Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station turn right onto Lightsey Bridge Road
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass football stadium Strom Thurmond Institute Cherry Road and Resident Parking Lot turn left onto Lightsey Bridge Road Report to desk at Lightsey Bridge Commons Building to check in and pick up your key
Thornhill Village
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Turn at the first left onto Newman Road Park near assigned apartment report to Thornhill Village Commons Building to check in and pick up key Residents may leave cars parked in adjashycent resident spaces after unloading
Calhoun Courts
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Turn at first left onto Newman Road Go through Thornhill Village turn right onto Morrison Street Park and walk to Calhoun Courts Commons Building to check in and get your key You may then move your car to the street near your apartshyment to unload
Clemson House
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to first stoplight turn right onto North Palmetto Boushylevard You can follow that road to the front of Clemson House or turn right immediately on Lee Street and turn left on Daniel Drive Pick up your key at the front desk You may park in any marked space to unload
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Call UsBarnett Hall Lightsey Bridge I Apartments Desk 656-2130 Desk 656-1150 RD Office 858-4230 RD Office
Benet Hall Lightsey Bridge II Apartments Desk 656-2349 Desk 656-1150 RD Office 858-8614 RD Office
Byrnes Hall Manning Hall Desk 656-2140 Desk 656-2311 RD Office 656-0420 RD Office
Calhoun Courts Apartments Mauldin Hall Desk 656-2341 Desk 656-2130 RD Office 656-0421 RD Office
Clemson House McCabe Hall Desk 656-2075 Desk 656-1767 RD Office 656-1841 RD Office
Cope Hall Sanders Hall Desk 656-4800 Desk 656-2403 RD Office 858-8434 RD Office
Greek Community on the Quad Smith Hall Desk 656-0528 Desk 656-2130
RD Office 656-7578 RD Office
Geer Hall Stadium Residence Hall
Desk 656-2404 Desk 656-4800
RD Office 858-8614 RD Office
Holmes Hall Thornhill Village Apartments
Desk 656-1767 Desk 656-1257
RD Office 656-4386 RD Office
Johnstone A Young Hall
Desk 656-2366 Desk 656-2410
RD Office 858-8822 RD Office
Lever Hall Desk 656-7325 RD Office 656-0419
656-0422
656-0422
656-0670
656-5441
858-8448
858-8861
858-4230
656-4817
656-1258
858-8861
Additional University Phone Numbers Admissions 656-2287 Bookstore 656-2050 Bursarrsquos Office 656-2321 Career Center 656-6000 Computer Center Help Desk 656-3494 Counseling and Psychological
Services 656-2451 Fike Recreation Center 656-2315 Financial Aid 656-2280 Graduate Admissions 656-3195 Honors College 656-4762 ID Services 656-0763 International Programs
and Services 656-3614 Library 656-3027 Maintenance and Custodial 656-5450 Parking Services 656-2270 Pest Control 656-5450 Post Office 656-2351 Registrar 656-2171 ResCom Support 656-5441 Student Disability Services 656-6848 Student Government 656-2195 Telecommunications 656-2600 Visitors Center 656-4789
Main Housing Office (864) 656-2295 FAX (864) 656-7615
Additional information is available at our Web site wwwhousingclemsonedu
Equal Opportunity in Programs and Activities Federal laws prohibit discrimination under programs and activshy
ities receiving federal financial assistance The statutes listed below are applicable to Clemson University and provide in part
Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 ldquoNo person in the United States shall on the ground of race
color or national origin be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 ldquoNo person in the United States shall on the basis of sex be
excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subshyjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ldquoNo otherwise qualified disabled individual in the United
States shall solely by reason of their disability be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Clemson University Statement Regarding Nondiscrimination
Clemson University does not discriminate against any indishyvidual or group of individuals on the basis of age color disability gender national origin race religion sexual orientation or vetershy
anrsquos status
Clemson University conducts its programs and activities involving admission and treatment of students employment teachshying research and public service in a nondiscriminatory manner as prescribed by federal law and regulation
Inquiries concerning the above may be addressed to President Clemson University Clemson South Carolina 29634 or Director Office for Civil Rights Department of Education Washington DC 20201
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HomeDonrsquot Leave Without It
Herersquos a checklist of things to consider bringing for your room or apartmenthellip
Alarm clock Bathrobe Blankets Book bagbackpack Can opener Cleaning supplies Coffee pothot pot Desk lamp (not halogen) Electrical surge protector Fan First-aid supplies Flashlight Hairdryer Hot-air popcorn popper Iron Ironing board Lap desk Laundry supplies (detergent laundry basket hangers)
University Housing 200 Mell Hall Box 344075 Clemson SC 29634-4075 (864) 656-2295 FAX (864) 656-7615
wwwhousingclemsonedu
Laptop Mattress cover (extra-long for a twin bed) Pillows Plastic storage containers Radio Raincoat Room decorations (no candles or incense) School supplies Sheets (extra-long for twin bed) Shower caddy Telephone Television with cable cord Toiletries Towels Trash can Umbrella Vacuum cleaner
Required
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Fire Safety
Fire safety in a residence hall or apartment is everyonersquos responsibility Itrsquos important that you not only follow fire safety procedures but report all violashytions or fire hazards to your RA immediately bull Smoke only in designated areas NEVER IN BED bull Turn off electric blankets irons lamps and curling
irons right after use bull Never cover lamps with any material for any reason bull Candles and other open flame devices are not
allowed in residence halls or apartments (not even for decoration)
bull Halogen lamps are not permitted in residence halls or apartments
bull Check the smoke detector in your area weekly Go to your hall or apartment front desk for replacement batteries If you have a fire extinguisher in your area check it too
bull Keep hallways and exit paths clear at all times bull Do not overload circuits by plugging too many applishy
ances into one outlet If two or more appliances with a combined wattage of more than 1500 watts are used you must have an Underwriter Laboratory-apshyproved power strip with a built-in circuit breaker (15 amp or less)
bull Extension cords shall not be used as a substitute for permanent wiring
bull Extension cords must not be used in succession or in conjunction with power strips
bull If you see a fire immediately move to a safe area and call 911 to report the fire
bull If your clothing catches on fire drop to the floor and roll back and forth until the flame is out
bull ALWAYS take fire alarms seriously and leave the building by assigned routes
bull Gas grills may not be used or stored in any residential area (including apartments)
bull All curtains decorations or displays used in windows must be made of flame-resistive materials
bull Do not tamper with or remove any fire detection deshyvice and do not hang anything from a sprinkler head
Thatrsquos theRule Since yoursquore new here you probably have a lot
of questions about living on campus This section will give you a better idea of your rights on campus as well as Clemson Universityrsquos regulations put in place for your safety and well-being Our policies are creshyated to make an atmosphere that helps all students enjoy and benefit from their university experience
Alcohol Policy The Universityrsquos policies on the possession and
consumption of alcohol are the same as the municipal ordinances and state and federal laws For students of legal drinking age the University does not restrict the possesshysion or consumption of alcohol in your private residence (your room or apartment) except in certain residence halls designated as alcohol-free However in public areas outside of your residence you may not have an open container of an alcoholic beverage of any kind Public areas include residence hall lobbies utilitystudy rooms hallways and areas immediately outside residence halls and apartments Possession consumption or display of alcohol or alcohol containers is not permitted in any area designated as alshycohol-free A number of residence halls are designated as totally alcohol-free These include Johnstone Main and
Annex Benet Young Geer Sanders Byrnes Lever Manning Smith Barnett Mauldin and Holmes For deshytailed information concerning the consumption of alcohol in University housing contact your RD or area housing office Also refer to your Student Handbook
Asbestos Some areas of University housing have asbestos-conshy
taining materials present A licensed asbestos abatement team manages these materials Students especially those erecting and using lofts should use caution and not disturb any sprayed-on ceiling materials Any questions concernshying the asbestos materials locations and hazards should be referred to the Housing Facilities Office or the Asbestos Abatement Program director at (864) 656-4930 for further clarification
Banners and Signs Hanging banners on residence halls is a good way
to campaign for office announce an event or show your school spirit But before displaying your sign check with your RA or RD to find out where signs may be displayed If you put up a banner yoursquore responsible for taking it down no later than 24 hours after itrsquos ldquoold newsrdquo Be sure all the tape remains are removed too
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bull Keep all outside doors locked Propping outside doors for easy re-entry makes the entire building less secure and is considered a very serious violashytion of policy
bull Keep your room door locked bull Report all suspicious activities and individuals to
the desk staff night security officers and the poshylice
bull Always lock your car and never leave valuables in your car
bull Register your bicycle with the campus police and always lock it securely through the wheels and frame
bull Park your car in the designated lots if you leave it on campus during breaks
Visit stuaffclemsoneducupd for additional inforshymation
34
Candles Incense Fireworks Firearms Inflammables and Explosives
Due to concerns for fire safety and personal safety having or using any items that might be classified under these headshyings is strictly forbidden in University housing Violations of this policy could result in suspension from the University eviction from University housing andor separation from the University
Clearance Cards This term refers to the large card also called a ldquoRoom
Property Certificaterdquo that each resident is required to review and sign during the first 24 hours after moving into University housing The card has a space for you to report any missing or damaged property in your room or apartment Itrsquos very important that you check the card carefully and return it to your RA If you donrsquot at the end of the year you could be held responsible for anything wrong with your room or apartment regardless of its condition when you moved in
Cooking Housing has restrictions against cooking in residence hall
rooms (not apartments) for a couple of reasons 1) Fire safety 2) Sanitation Anything you can prepare in a thermostatically conshy
trolled percolator or a hot-air popcorn popper is legal You may also use the combination microwaverefrigerator-freezer (Microfridge) available for rent from Student Government Any other type of cooking equipment must be stored and used in your residence hall kitchen not in your room Violations of this policy will result in a $50 charge Gas grills may not be used or stored in any residence hall or apartment area
Damages Communal Property Your contract explains that when hallways bathrooms
elevators and other public areas in a residence facility receive undue abuse we expect the assistance of the residents of that area in finding the person(s) responsible When the person(s) cannot be identified all residents will be required to pay a proshyrated share of repairing such damages
Damages Rooms or Apartments As your University Housing Contract explains yoursquore
responsible for any damages that happen in your room or apartment while you live here If damages are accidental you must still pay repair costs When damages are the result of vandalism the person(s) responsible must not only pay for reshypairs but may also face disciplinary proceedings
Drugs All University officials including Housing officials will
assist and cooperate with law enforcement personnel as they
perform their duties in controlling the possession and use of illegal substances on campus Students convicted of violations of state or federal laws are subject to further disciplinary action by the University
Fire Safety On-campus residents can help keep their homes and their
neighbors safe from fire by following all Housing regulations concerning candles fireworks explosives halogen lamps the use of electrical equipment and general safety standards Any student who willfully compromises the safety of fellow residents by tampering with fire safety equipment or sounding false alarms will be subject to criminal prosecution eviction from University housing andor separation from the Univershysity Students who fail to evacuate when an alarm sounds are also subject to disciplinary action
Furniture Removal Every piece of furniture in your room or apartment at the
time you move in must stay in the roomapartment for the entire time you live there You may not remove store or trade furnishings There is an automatic $50 charge for violating this policy
Guns See ldquoCandles Incense Fireworks etcrdquo
Harassment It is the policy of Clemson University to conduct and
provide programs activities and services to students faculty and staff in an atmosphere free from racial or sexual harassshyment Harassment is any behavior that would verbally or physically threaten torment badger heckle or persecute an individual because of hisher race or gender Harassment of University faculty staff students or visitors is prohibited and shall subject the offender to appropriate disciplinary action Students who feel that they have been subjected to racial or sexual harassment should seek advice from the Office of Human Resources
Housing Contract You are required to sign a University Housing Contract
each year when you reserve a room or apartment and itrsquos important that you read your copy carefully Be sure you unshyderstand that the contract is binding for an entire academic year You canrsquot move off campus after first semester unless you meet very specific conditions outlined in the contract If yoursquore thinking about moving off campus talk with someone in University Housing before you make your plans
Incident Reports Residentapartment assistants and resident directors are
charged with the responsibility of confronting and working with students who break University or Housing policies Such violations are documented through incident reports which are completed and submitted by RAs and RDs Once a student violates a policy and an incident report is completed a Housing administrator deshycides how the infraction is to be handled Violations of policy may be dealt with administratively or through the Office of Student Conduct
Key Policy When you first report to your room or apartment yoursquoll be
issued one key free of charge If you lose your key and need a temshyporary replacement you may check one out from the desk for your area If you donrsquot find your lost key within 24 hours your lock must be changed and new keys cut The resulting cost is $50 When you check out of University housing your key must be returned or rekeying will be necessary and you will be charged for the service
Ledges Roofs Attics and Equipment Rooms The University Housing Contract expressly describes
these areas as ldquooff-limitsrdquo In the interest of your personal safety we expect your cooperation in this matter
Lofts Lofts may be used in most traditional residence hall
rooms See page 26 for more details on lofts Lofting is NOT permitted in Holmes McCabe or the Stadium Resishydence halls the Clemson House the Greek Community on the Quad or any of the apartment areas
Lounges Many residence hall lounges are open for use by all
residents on an unlimited basis Others however may be reserved for private gatherings of residents or student orshyganizations through the appropriate area office
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CP-3
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E-3
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E-8E-9
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E-16
E-32E-15
R-2 R-3C-12C-5C-4
C-9C-7
C-6
C-10C-3C-13
D
C
Quiet Hours Quiet hours are in effect 24 hours a day Strict quiet hours
are in effect from 700 pm until 800 am meaning there should be no disturbing noise in the residence halls and apartshyments At least one week before final exams and through the examination period strict quiet hours are to be observed 24 hours a day
Roofs See ldquoLedges Roofs Attics etcrdquo
Room and Apartment Changes
Employee (Green Permit) Restricted as Posted Commuting Student (Orange Permit) and Employee Resident Student (Blue Permit)No room or apartment changes may be made unless a
formal request has been submitted to the Housing office and approval has been received Performing an illegal room change
Parking Designations
Apartment (Purple Permit) Clemson House Resident Student (Purple Permit)
carries an automatic charge of $50 Questions about changes may be directed at any time to the assistant director of housshying administrative services-assignments at 200 Mell Hall Call (864) 656-2295 to make an appointment
Sales and Solicitation To protect your right to privacy in your residence hall
room or apartment the University has strict guidelines on fund-raisers promotions or sales on campus All solicitation must be approved by the Office of Programs and Activities so be sure to contact this office at (864) 656-4636 or 656-4357 if you have a sale or fund-raiser in mind Also if your right to privacy in your hall or apartment is ever violated by a door-toshydoor canvasser please report it immediately to the RA or RD for your area
Showers Members of the opposite sex are not allowed to use the
shower facilities of the residence halls that are served by comshymunal bathrooms
Smoke-free Halls All residence halls are designated as totally smoke-free
areas Apartment areas are self-regulated in regard to smoking
Visitation Members of the opposite sex are allowed in rooms and
apartments every day based upon the visitation for that area All residence halls with communal baths have a Standard Visshyitation plan 1000-200 am every day Areas with private or suite baths have a Self-Regulated plan that allows occupants to set visitation hours by mutual agreement at the beginning of each year or whenever occupancy changes
Window TreatmentsDisplays All curtains decorations or displays used in windows must
be made of flame-resistive materials
Emergency Call Station
C-11
C-2 E-2
R-1
19 E-20
R-4 E-1
21
15
A 20 E-13 22
14A 16
C-1 12 P-2
17 13
P-1 18
BB
36
Employee (Green Permit)Restricted as PostedCommuting Student (Orange Permit) and EmployeeResident Student (Blue Permit)Apartment (Purple Permit)Clemson House Resident Student (Purple Permit)Emergency Call Station
Parking Designations
P-1
P-2
E-2
E-1
E-10
E-13
E-20
R-1
R-4
C-1
C-2
A
B
Campus Map
E-8 E-9 P-4
C-11 C-4 C-5 E-7C C-12 R-2 R-3
P-3
E-3 C-13 C-3 C-10
C-7 C-9
E-4
E-16 C-6 DE-14
E-15 E-32
E-5
E-12
E-6
E-11
1 Johnstone A and A Annex
The Suites 2 McCabe 3 Holmes 4 Stadium Residence Hall
The Shoeboxes 5 Geer 6 Sanders 7 Benet 8 Young 9 Cope
10 Clemson House
Bryan Mall 11 Mauldin 12 Barnett 13 Smith 14 Manning 15 Lever 16 Byrnes
The Apartments 17 Calhoun Courts 18 Thornhill Village 19 Lightsey Bridge I 20 Lightsey Bridge II
Clemsonrsquos Greek Community on the Quad 21 Bowen 22 Bradley 23 Donaldson 24 Wannamaker 25 Norris 26 Simpson North 27 Simpson South
28 Hendrix Student Center
Dining Halls 29 Schilletter 30 Harcombe 31 Clemson House
Coming to
Campus Get
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37
Campus Entry A
From Anderson on Highway 76 Pass the SC National Guard (on right) at stopshylight turn left onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) From EasleyGreenville on Highway 123 Turn left onto Highway 76 at the Ramada Inn Go under Highway 93 (do not exit) at stoplight turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road the next road to the right) From Central on Highway 93 Exit onto Highway 76 toward Anderson Stay right at stoplight turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road)
Campus Entry B
From Anderson on Highway 76 Exit onto Highway 93 Clemson University Exit From EasleyGreenville on Highway 123 Exit onto Highway 93 at Clemson University Exit From Seneca on Highway 123 Follow Highway 123 Turn right on Highway 76 Turn right onto Highway 93 at Clemson University Exit From Central on Highway 93 Go straight onto camshypus
Campus Entry C
From Seneca on Highway 123 Bear right onto Highway 93 to Clemson University Go across bridge turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road)
Campus Entry D
From Seneca on Highway 123 Bear right onto Highway 93 to Clemson University Go across bridge pass Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) turn right at next stoplight onto Williamson Road
42
Bryan Mall Byrnes Manning Lever Smith Barnett and Mauldin Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station turn right at Cherry Road Turn left into Bryan Mall at stop sign If parking is full you may park in the green spaces along Cherry Road
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass football stadium and Strom Thurmond Institute turn left onto Cherry Road Enter Bryan Mall by turning left at stop sign If parking is full you may park in the green spaces along Cherry Road Pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
The Stadium Residence Hall and the Shoeboxes Cope Benet Young Geer and Sanders Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station go through traffic signal at Cherry Road pass Strom Thurmond Institute and turn right onto Williamson Road Follow Williamson Road to stop sign Continue straight after stop sign turn right on South Palmetto Boulevard and imshymediately turn left into Sirrine parking lot or go straight on Williamson Road until Fort Hill Street turn right and park behind Geer or Sanders halls
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Go past the football stadium (on your left) and turn left onto Williamson Road You can then either turn right onto South Palmetto Boulevard and immediately left into the Sirrine parking lot or you can take a chance on finding a slot in the loading docks behind the halls by continushying on Williamson Road and turning right onto Fort Hill Street Pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
Johnstone Hall Sections A and A Annex
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to the second stoplight veer left toward Tillman Hall You will approach Tillman Hall You can either park on the street near Tillman or behind Tillman You may pick up your key in the University Union loggia
Holmes and McCabe Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to the second stoplight veer left toward Tillman Hall turn left at Calhoun Drive and turn right at Fort Hill Street
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry D Turn right onto Williamson Road and left onto Fort Hill Street Park in any available space and pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
Lightsey Bridge
From Anderson EasleyGreenville and Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station turn right onto Lightsey Bridge Road
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass football stadium Strom Thurmond Institute Cherry Road and Resident Parking Lot turn left onto Lightsey Bridge Road Report to desk at Lightsey Bridge Commons Building to check in and pick up your key
Thornhill Village
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Turn at the first left onto Newman Road Park near assigned apartment report to Thornhill Village Commons Building to check in and pick up key Residents may leave cars parked in adjashycent resident spaces after unloading
Calhoun Courts
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Turn at first left onto Newman Road Go through Thornhill Village turn right onto Morrison Street Park and walk to Calhoun Courts Commons Building to check in and get your key You may then move your car to the street near your apartshyment to unload
Clemson House
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to first stoplight turn right onto North Palmetto Boushylevard You can follow that road to the front of Clemson House or turn right immediately on Lee Street and turn left on Daniel Drive Pick up your key at the front desk You may park in any marked space to unload
44
Call UsBarnett Hall Lightsey Bridge I Apartments Desk 656-2130 Desk 656-1150 RD Office 858-4230 RD Office
Benet Hall Lightsey Bridge II Apartments Desk 656-2349 Desk 656-1150 RD Office 858-8614 RD Office
Byrnes Hall Manning Hall Desk 656-2140 Desk 656-2311 RD Office 656-0420 RD Office
Calhoun Courts Apartments Mauldin Hall Desk 656-2341 Desk 656-2130 RD Office 656-0421 RD Office
Clemson House McCabe Hall Desk 656-2075 Desk 656-1767 RD Office 656-1841 RD Office
Cope Hall Sanders Hall Desk 656-4800 Desk 656-2403 RD Office 858-8434 RD Office
Greek Community on the Quad Smith Hall Desk 656-0528 Desk 656-2130
RD Office 656-7578 RD Office
Geer Hall Stadium Residence Hall
Desk 656-2404 Desk 656-4800
RD Office 858-8614 RD Office
Holmes Hall Thornhill Village Apartments
Desk 656-1767 Desk 656-1257
RD Office 656-4386 RD Office
Johnstone A Young Hall
Desk 656-2366 Desk 656-2410
RD Office 858-8822 RD Office
Lever Hall Desk 656-7325 RD Office 656-0419
656-0422
656-0422
656-0670
656-5441
858-8448
858-8861
858-4230
656-4817
656-1258
858-8861
Additional University Phone Numbers Admissions 656-2287 Bookstore 656-2050 Bursarrsquos Office 656-2321 Career Center 656-6000 Computer Center Help Desk 656-3494 Counseling and Psychological
Services 656-2451 Fike Recreation Center 656-2315 Financial Aid 656-2280 Graduate Admissions 656-3195 Honors College 656-4762 ID Services 656-0763 International Programs
and Services 656-3614 Library 656-3027 Maintenance and Custodial 656-5450 Parking Services 656-2270 Pest Control 656-5450 Post Office 656-2351 Registrar 656-2171 ResCom Support 656-5441 Student Disability Services 656-6848 Student Government 656-2195 Telecommunications 656-2600 Visitors Center 656-4789
Main Housing Office (864) 656-2295 FAX (864) 656-7615
Additional information is available at our Web site wwwhousingclemsonedu
Equal Opportunity in Programs and Activities Federal laws prohibit discrimination under programs and activshy
ities receiving federal financial assistance The statutes listed below are applicable to Clemson University and provide in part
Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 ldquoNo person in the United States shall on the ground of race
color or national origin be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 ldquoNo person in the United States shall on the basis of sex be
excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subshyjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ldquoNo otherwise qualified disabled individual in the United
States shall solely by reason of their disability be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Clemson University Statement Regarding Nondiscrimination
Clemson University does not discriminate against any indishyvidual or group of individuals on the basis of age color disability gender national origin race religion sexual orientation or vetershy
anrsquos status
Clemson University conducts its programs and activities involving admission and treatment of students employment teachshying research and public service in a nondiscriminatory manner as prescribed by federal law and regulation
Inquiries concerning the above may be addressed to President Clemson University Clemson South Carolina 29634 or Director Office for Civil Rights Department of Education Washington DC 20201
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HomeDonrsquot Leave Without It
Herersquos a checklist of things to consider bringing for your room or apartmenthellip
Alarm clock Bathrobe Blankets Book bagbackpack Can opener Cleaning supplies Coffee pothot pot Desk lamp (not halogen) Electrical surge protector Fan First-aid supplies Flashlight Hairdryer Hot-air popcorn popper Iron Ironing board Lap desk Laundry supplies (detergent laundry basket hangers)
University Housing 200 Mell Hall Box 344075 Clemson SC 29634-4075 (864) 656-2295 FAX (864) 656-7615
wwwhousingclemsonedu
Laptop Mattress cover (extra-long for a twin bed) Pillows Plastic storage containers Radio Raincoat Room decorations (no candles or incense) School supplies Sheets (extra-long for twin bed) Shower caddy Telephone Television with cable cord Toiletries Towels Trash can Umbrella Vacuum cleaner
Required
34
Candles Incense Fireworks Firearms Inflammables and Explosives
Due to concerns for fire safety and personal safety having or using any items that might be classified under these headshyings is strictly forbidden in University housing Violations of this policy could result in suspension from the University eviction from University housing andor separation from the University
Clearance Cards This term refers to the large card also called a ldquoRoom
Property Certificaterdquo that each resident is required to review and sign during the first 24 hours after moving into University housing The card has a space for you to report any missing or damaged property in your room or apartment Itrsquos very important that you check the card carefully and return it to your RA If you donrsquot at the end of the year you could be held responsible for anything wrong with your room or apartment regardless of its condition when you moved in
Cooking Housing has restrictions against cooking in residence hall
rooms (not apartments) for a couple of reasons 1) Fire safety 2) Sanitation Anything you can prepare in a thermostatically conshy
trolled percolator or a hot-air popcorn popper is legal You may also use the combination microwaverefrigerator-freezer (Microfridge) available for rent from Student Government Any other type of cooking equipment must be stored and used in your residence hall kitchen not in your room Violations of this policy will result in a $50 charge Gas grills may not be used or stored in any residence hall or apartment area
Damages Communal Property Your contract explains that when hallways bathrooms
elevators and other public areas in a residence facility receive undue abuse we expect the assistance of the residents of that area in finding the person(s) responsible When the person(s) cannot be identified all residents will be required to pay a proshyrated share of repairing such damages
Damages Rooms or Apartments As your University Housing Contract explains yoursquore
responsible for any damages that happen in your room or apartment while you live here If damages are accidental you must still pay repair costs When damages are the result of vandalism the person(s) responsible must not only pay for reshypairs but may also face disciplinary proceedings
Drugs All University officials including Housing officials will
assist and cooperate with law enforcement personnel as they
perform their duties in controlling the possession and use of illegal substances on campus Students convicted of violations of state or federal laws are subject to further disciplinary action by the University
Fire Safety On-campus residents can help keep their homes and their
neighbors safe from fire by following all Housing regulations concerning candles fireworks explosives halogen lamps the use of electrical equipment and general safety standards Any student who willfully compromises the safety of fellow residents by tampering with fire safety equipment or sounding false alarms will be subject to criminal prosecution eviction from University housing andor separation from the Univershysity Students who fail to evacuate when an alarm sounds are also subject to disciplinary action
Furniture Removal Every piece of furniture in your room or apartment at the
time you move in must stay in the roomapartment for the entire time you live there You may not remove store or trade furnishings There is an automatic $50 charge for violating this policy
Guns See ldquoCandles Incense Fireworks etcrdquo
Harassment It is the policy of Clemson University to conduct and
provide programs activities and services to students faculty and staff in an atmosphere free from racial or sexual harassshyment Harassment is any behavior that would verbally or physically threaten torment badger heckle or persecute an individual because of hisher race or gender Harassment of University faculty staff students or visitors is prohibited and shall subject the offender to appropriate disciplinary action Students who feel that they have been subjected to racial or sexual harassment should seek advice from the Office of Human Resources
Housing Contract You are required to sign a University Housing Contract
each year when you reserve a room or apartment and itrsquos important that you read your copy carefully Be sure you unshyderstand that the contract is binding for an entire academic year You canrsquot move off campus after first semester unless you meet very specific conditions outlined in the contract If yoursquore thinking about moving off campus talk with someone in University Housing before you make your plans
Incident Reports Residentapartment assistants and resident directors are
charged with the responsibility of confronting and working with students who break University or Housing policies Such violations are documented through incident reports which are completed and submitted by RAs and RDs Once a student violates a policy and an incident report is completed a Housing administrator deshycides how the infraction is to be handled Violations of policy may be dealt with administratively or through the Office of Student Conduct
Key Policy When you first report to your room or apartment yoursquoll be
issued one key free of charge If you lose your key and need a temshyporary replacement you may check one out from the desk for your area If you donrsquot find your lost key within 24 hours your lock must be changed and new keys cut The resulting cost is $50 When you check out of University housing your key must be returned or rekeying will be necessary and you will be charged for the service
Ledges Roofs Attics and Equipment Rooms The University Housing Contract expressly describes
these areas as ldquooff-limitsrdquo In the interest of your personal safety we expect your cooperation in this matter
Lofts Lofts may be used in most traditional residence hall
rooms See page 26 for more details on lofts Lofting is NOT permitted in Holmes McCabe or the Stadium Resishydence halls the Clemson House the Greek Community on the Quad or any of the apartment areas
Lounges Many residence hall lounges are open for use by all
residents on an unlimited basis Others however may be reserved for private gatherings of residents or student orshyganizations through the appropriate area office
10
24
11
2
123
3
7
8 9
56 4
D
CP-3
P-4
E-3
E-10
E-5
E-14
E-7
E-4
E-6
E-8E-9
E-11
E-12
E-16
E-32E-15
R-2 R-3C-12C-5C-4
C-9C-7
C-6
C-10C-3C-13
D
C
Quiet Hours Quiet hours are in effect 24 hours a day Strict quiet hours
are in effect from 700 pm until 800 am meaning there should be no disturbing noise in the residence halls and apartshyments At least one week before final exams and through the examination period strict quiet hours are to be observed 24 hours a day
Roofs See ldquoLedges Roofs Attics etcrdquo
Room and Apartment Changes
Employee (Green Permit) Restricted as Posted Commuting Student (Orange Permit) and Employee Resident Student (Blue Permit)No room or apartment changes may be made unless a
formal request has been submitted to the Housing office and approval has been received Performing an illegal room change
Parking Designations
Apartment (Purple Permit) Clemson House Resident Student (Purple Permit)
carries an automatic charge of $50 Questions about changes may be directed at any time to the assistant director of housshying administrative services-assignments at 200 Mell Hall Call (864) 656-2295 to make an appointment
Sales and Solicitation To protect your right to privacy in your residence hall
room or apartment the University has strict guidelines on fund-raisers promotions or sales on campus All solicitation must be approved by the Office of Programs and Activities so be sure to contact this office at (864) 656-4636 or 656-4357 if you have a sale or fund-raiser in mind Also if your right to privacy in your hall or apartment is ever violated by a door-toshydoor canvasser please report it immediately to the RA or RD for your area
Showers Members of the opposite sex are not allowed to use the
shower facilities of the residence halls that are served by comshymunal bathrooms
Smoke-free Halls All residence halls are designated as totally smoke-free
areas Apartment areas are self-regulated in regard to smoking
Visitation Members of the opposite sex are allowed in rooms and
apartments every day based upon the visitation for that area All residence halls with communal baths have a Standard Visshyitation plan 1000-200 am every day Areas with private or suite baths have a Self-Regulated plan that allows occupants to set visitation hours by mutual agreement at the beginning of each year or whenever occupancy changes
Window TreatmentsDisplays All curtains decorations or displays used in windows must
be made of flame-resistive materials
Emergency Call Station
C-11
C-2 E-2
R-1
19 E-20
R-4 E-1
21
15
A 20 E-13 22
14A 16
C-1 12 P-2
17 13
P-1 18
BB
36
Employee (Green Permit)Restricted as PostedCommuting Student (Orange Permit) and EmployeeResident Student (Blue Permit)Apartment (Purple Permit)Clemson House Resident Student (Purple Permit)Emergency Call Station
Parking Designations
P-1
P-2
E-2
E-1
E-10
E-13
E-20
R-1
R-4
C-1
C-2
A
B
Campus Map
E-8 E-9 P-4
C-11 C-4 C-5 E-7C C-12 R-2 R-3
P-3
E-3 C-13 C-3 C-10
C-7 C-9
E-4
E-16 C-6 DE-14
E-15 E-32
E-5
E-12
E-6
E-11
1 Johnstone A and A Annex
The Suites 2 McCabe 3 Holmes 4 Stadium Residence Hall
The Shoeboxes 5 Geer 6 Sanders 7 Benet 8 Young 9 Cope
10 Clemson House
Bryan Mall 11 Mauldin 12 Barnett 13 Smith 14 Manning 15 Lever 16 Byrnes
The Apartments 17 Calhoun Courts 18 Thornhill Village 19 Lightsey Bridge I 20 Lightsey Bridge II
Clemsonrsquos Greek Community on the Quad 21 Bowen 22 Bradley 23 Donaldson 24 Wannamaker 25 Norris 26 Simpson North 27 Simpson South
28 Hendrix Student Center
Dining Halls 29 Schilletter 30 Harcombe 31 Clemson House
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Campus Get
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37
Campus Entry A
From Anderson on Highway 76 Pass the SC National Guard (on right) at stopshylight turn left onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) From EasleyGreenville on Highway 123 Turn left onto Highway 76 at the Ramada Inn Go under Highway 93 (do not exit) at stoplight turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road the next road to the right) From Central on Highway 93 Exit onto Highway 76 toward Anderson Stay right at stoplight turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road)
Campus Entry B
From Anderson on Highway 76 Exit onto Highway 93 Clemson University Exit From EasleyGreenville on Highway 123 Exit onto Highway 93 at Clemson University Exit From Seneca on Highway 123 Follow Highway 123 Turn right on Highway 76 Turn right onto Highway 93 at Clemson University Exit From Central on Highway 93 Go straight onto camshypus
Campus Entry C
From Seneca on Highway 123 Bear right onto Highway 93 to Clemson University Go across bridge turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road)
Campus Entry D
From Seneca on Highway 123 Bear right onto Highway 93 to Clemson University Go across bridge pass Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) turn right at next stoplight onto Williamson Road
42
Bryan Mall Byrnes Manning Lever Smith Barnett and Mauldin Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station turn right at Cherry Road Turn left into Bryan Mall at stop sign If parking is full you may park in the green spaces along Cherry Road
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass football stadium and Strom Thurmond Institute turn left onto Cherry Road Enter Bryan Mall by turning left at stop sign If parking is full you may park in the green spaces along Cherry Road Pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
The Stadium Residence Hall and the Shoeboxes Cope Benet Young Geer and Sanders Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station go through traffic signal at Cherry Road pass Strom Thurmond Institute and turn right onto Williamson Road Follow Williamson Road to stop sign Continue straight after stop sign turn right on South Palmetto Boulevard and imshymediately turn left into Sirrine parking lot or go straight on Williamson Road until Fort Hill Street turn right and park behind Geer or Sanders halls
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Go past the football stadium (on your left) and turn left onto Williamson Road You can then either turn right onto South Palmetto Boulevard and immediately left into the Sirrine parking lot or you can take a chance on finding a slot in the loading docks behind the halls by continushying on Williamson Road and turning right onto Fort Hill Street Pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
Johnstone Hall Sections A and A Annex
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to the second stoplight veer left toward Tillman Hall You will approach Tillman Hall You can either park on the street near Tillman or behind Tillman You may pick up your key in the University Union loggia
Holmes and McCabe Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to the second stoplight veer left toward Tillman Hall turn left at Calhoun Drive and turn right at Fort Hill Street
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry D Turn right onto Williamson Road and left onto Fort Hill Street Park in any available space and pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
Lightsey Bridge
From Anderson EasleyGreenville and Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station turn right onto Lightsey Bridge Road
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass football stadium Strom Thurmond Institute Cherry Road and Resident Parking Lot turn left onto Lightsey Bridge Road Report to desk at Lightsey Bridge Commons Building to check in and pick up your key
Thornhill Village
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Turn at the first left onto Newman Road Park near assigned apartment report to Thornhill Village Commons Building to check in and pick up key Residents may leave cars parked in adjashycent resident spaces after unloading
Calhoun Courts
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Turn at first left onto Newman Road Go through Thornhill Village turn right onto Morrison Street Park and walk to Calhoun Courts Commons Building to check in and get your key You may then move your car to the street near your apartshyment to unload
Clemson House
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to first stoplight turn right onto North Palmetto Boushylevard You can follow that road to the front of Clemson House or turn right immediately on Lee Street and turn left on Daniel Drive Pick up your key at the front desk You may park in any marked space to unload
44
Call UsBarnett Hall Lightsey Bridge I Apartments Desk 656-2130 Desk 656-1150 RD Office 858-4230 RD Office
Benet Hall Lightsey Bridge II Apartments Desk 656-2349 Desk 656-1150 RD Office 858-8614 RD Office
Byrnes Hall Manning Hall Desk 656-2140 Desk 656-2311 RD Office 656-0420 RD Office
Calhoun Courts Apartments Mauldin Hall Desk 656-2341 Desk 656-2130 RD Office 656-0421 RD Office
Clemson House McCabe Hall Desk 656-2075 Desk 656-1767 RD Office 656-1841 RD Office
Cope Hall Sanders Hall Desk 656-4800 Desk 656-2403 RD Office 858-8434 RD Office
Greek Community on the Quad Smith Hall Desk 656-0528 Desk 656-2130
RD Office 656-7578 RD Office
Geer Hall Stadium Residence Hall
Desk 656-2404 Desk 656-4800
RD Office 858-8614 RD Office
Holmes Hall Thornhill Village Apartments
Desk 656-1767 Desk 656-1257
RD Office 656-4386 RD Office
Johnstone A Young Hall
Desk 656-2366 Desk 656-2410
RD Office 858-8822 RD Office
Lever Hall Desk 656-7325 RD Office 656-0419
656-0422
656-0422
656-0670
656-5441
858-8448
858-8861
858-4230
656-4817
656-1258
858-8861
Additional University Phone Numbers Admissions 656-2287 Bookstore 656-2050 Bursarrsquos Office 656-2321 Career Center 656-6000 Computer Center Help Desk 656-3494 Counseling and Psychological
Services 656-2451 Fike Recreation Center 656-2315 Financial Aid 656-2280 Graduate Admissions 656-3195 Honors College 656-4762 ID Services 656-0763 International Programs
and Services 656-3614 Library 656-3027 Maintenance and Custodial 656-5450 Parking Services 656-2270 Pest Control 656-5450 Post Office 656-2351 Registrar 656-2171 ResCom Support 656-5441 Student Disability Services 656-6848 Student Government 656-2195 Telecommunications 656-2600 Visitors Center 656-4789
Main Housing Office (864) 656-2295 FAX (864) 656-7615
Additional information is available at our Web site wwwhousingclemsonedu
Equal Opportunity in Programs and Activities Federal laws prohibit discrimination under programs and activshy
ities receiving federal financial assistance The statutes listed below are applicable to Clemson University and provide in part
Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 ldquoNo person in the United States shall on the ground of race
color or national origin be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 ldquoNo person in the United States shall on the basis of sex be
excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subshyjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ldquoNo otherwise qualified disabled individual in the United
States shall solely by reason of their disability be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Clemson University Statement Regarding Nondiscrimination
Clemson University does not discriminate against any indishyvidual or group of individuals on the basis of age color disability gender national origin race religion sexual orientation or vetershy
anrsquos status
Clemson University conducts its programs and activities involving admission and treatment of students employment teachshying research and public service in a nondiscriminatory manner as prescribed by federal law and regulation
Inquiries concerning the above may be addressed to President Clemson University Clemson South Carolina 29634 or Director Office for Civil Rights Department of Education Washington DC 20201
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45
HomeDonrsquot Leave Without It
Herersquos a checklist of things to consider bringing for your room or apartmenthellip
Alarm clock Bathrobe Blankets Book bagbackpack Can opener Cleaning supplies Coffee pothot pot Desk lamp (not halogen) Electrical surge protector Fan First-aid supplies Flashlight Hairdryer Hot-air popcorn popper Iron Ironing board Lap desk Laundry supplies (detergent laundry basket hangers)
University Housing 200 Mell Hall Box 344075 Clemson SC 29634-4075 (864) 656-2295 FAX (864) 656-7615
wwwhousingclemsonedu
Laptop Mattress cover (extra-long for a twin bed) Pillows Plastic storage containers Radio Raincoat Room decorations (no candles or incense) School supplies Sheets (extra-long for twin bed) Shower caddy Telephone Television with cable cord Toiletries Towels Trash can Umbrella Vacuum cleaner
Required
10
24
11
2
123
3
7
8 9
56 4
D
CP-3
P-4
E-3
E-10
E-5
E-14
E-7
E-4
E-6
E-8E-9
E-11
E-12
E-16
E-32E-15
R-2 R-3C-12C-5C-4
C-9C-7
C-6
C-10C-3C-13
D
C
Quiet Hours Quiet hours are in effect 24 hours a day Strict quiet hours
are in effect from 700 pm until 800 am meaning there should be no disturbing noise in the residence halls and apartshyments At least one week before final exams and through the examination period strict quiet hours are to be observed 24 hours a day
Roofs See ldquoLedges Roofs Attics etcrdquo
Room and Apartment Changes
Employee (Green Permit) Restricted as Posted Commuting Student (Orange Permit) and Employee Resident Student (Blue Permit)No room or apartment changes may be made unless a
formal request has been submitted to the Housing office and approval has been received Performing an illegal room change
Parking Designations
Apartment (Purple Permit) Clemson House Resident Student (Purple Permit)
carries an automatic charge of $50 Questions about changes may be directed at any time to the assistant director of housshying administrative services-assignments at 200 Mell Hall Call (864) 656-2295 to make an appointment
Sales and Solicitation To protect your right to privacy in your residence hall
room or apartment the University has strict guidelines on fund-raisers promotions or sales on campus All solicitation must be approved by the Office of Programs and Activities so be sure to contact this office at (864) 656-4636 or 656-4357 if you have a sale or fund-raiser in mind Also if your right to privacy in your hall or apartment is ever violated by a door-toshydoor canvasser please report it immediately to the RA or RD for your area
Showers Members of the opposite sex are not allowed to use the
shower facilities of the residence halls that are served by comshymunal bathrooms
Smoke-free Halls All residence halls are designated as totally smoke-free
areas Apartment areas are self-regulated in regard to smoking
Visitation Members of the opposite sex are allowed in rooms and
apartments every day based upon the visitation for that area All residence halls with communal baths have a Standard Visshyitation plan 1000-200 am every day Areas with private or suite baths have a Self-Regulated plan that allows occupants to set visitation hours by mutual agreement at the beginning of each year or whenever occupancy changes
Window TreatmentsDisplays All curtains decorations or displays used in windows must
be made of flame-resistive materials
Emergency Call Station
C-11
C-2 E-2
R-1
19 E-20
R-4 E-1
21
15
A 20 E-13 22
14A 16
C-1 12 P-2
17 13
P-1 18
BB
36
Employee (Green Permit)Restricted as PostedCommuting Student (Orange Permit) and EmployeeResident Student (Blue Permit)Apartment (Purple Permit)Clemson House Resident Student (Purple Permit)Emergency Call Station
Parking Designations
P-1
P-2
E-2
E-1
E-10
E-13
E-20
R-1
R-4
C-1
C-2
A
B
Campus Map
E-8 E-9 P-4
C-11 C-4 C-5 E-7C C-12 R-2 R-3
P-3
E-3 C-13 C-3 C-10
C-7 C-9
E-4
E-16 C-6 DE-14
E-15 E-32
E-5
E-12
E-6
E-11
1 Johnstone A and A Annex
The Suites 2 McCabe 3 Holmes 4 Stadium Residence Hall
The Shoeboxes 5 Geer 6 Sanders 7 Benet 8 Young 9 Cope
10 Clemson House
Bryan Mall 11 Mauldin 12 Barnett 13 Smith 14 Manning 15 Lever 16 Byrnes
The Apartments 17 Calhoun Courts 18 Thornhill Village 19 Lightsey Bridge I 20 Lightsey Bridge II
Clemsonrsquos Greek Community on the Quad 21 Bowen 22 Bradley 23 Donaldson 24 Wannamaker 25 Norris 26 Simpson North 27 Simpson South
28 Hendrix Student Center
Dining Halls 29 Schilletter 30 Harcombe 31 Clemson House
Coming to
Campus Get
tin
g H
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37
Campus Entry A
From Anderson on Highway 76 Pass the SC National Guard (on right) at stopshylight turn left onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) From EasleyGreenville on Highway 123 Turn left onto Highway 76 at the Ramada Inn Go under Highway 93 (do not exit) at stoplight turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road the next road to the right) From Central on Highway 93 Exit onto Highway 76 toward Anderson Stay right at stoplight turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road)
Campus Entry B
From Anderson on Highway 76 Exit onto Highway 93 Clemson University Exit From EasleyGreenville on Highway 123 Exit onto Highway 93 at Clemson University Exit From Seneca on Highway 123 Follow Highway 123 Turn right on Highway 76 Turn right onto Highway 93 at Clemson University Exit From Central on Highway 93 Go straight onto camshypus
Campus Entry C
From Seneca on Highway 123 Bear right onto Highway 93 to Clemson University Go across bridge turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road)
Campus Entry D
From Seneca on Highway 123 Bear right onto Highway 93 to Clemson University Go across bridge pass Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) turn right at next stoplight onto Williamson Road
42
Bryan Mall Byrnes Manning Lever Smith Barnett and Mauldin Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station turn right at Cherry Road Turn left into Bryan Mall at stop sign If parking is full you may park in the green spaces along Cherry Road
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass football stadium and Strom Thurmond Institute turn left onto Cherry Road Enter Bryan Mall by turning left at stop sign If parking is full you may park in the green spaces along Cherry Road Pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
The Stadium Residence Hall and the Shoeboxes Cope Benet Young Geer and Sanders Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station go through traffic signal at Cherry Road pass Strom Thurmond Institute and turn right onto Williamson Road Follow Williamson Road to stop sign Continue straight after stop sign turn right on South Palmetto Boulevard and imshymediately turn left into Sirrine parking lot or go straight on Williamson Road until Fort Hill Street turn right and park behind Geer or Sanders halls
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Go past the football stadium (on your left) and turn left onto Williamson Road You can then either turn right onto South Palmetto Boulevard and immediately left into the Sirrine parking lot or you can take a chance on finding a slot in the loading docks behind the halls by continushying on Williamson Road and turning right onto Fort Hill Street Pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
Johnstone Hall Sections A and A Annex
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to the second stoplight veer left toward Tillman Hall You will approach Tillman Hall You can either park on the street near Tillman or behind Tillman You may pick up your key in the University Union loggia
Holmes and McCabe Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to the second stoplight veer left toward Tillman Hall turn left at Calhoun Drive and turn right at Fort Hill Street
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry D Turn right onto Williamson Road and left onto Fort Hill Street Park in any available space and pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
Lightsey Bridge
From Anderson EasleyGreenville and Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station turn right onto Lightsey Bridge Road
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass football stadium Strom Thurmond Institute Cherry Road and Resident Parking Lot turn left onto Lightsey Bridge Road Report to desk at Lightsey Bridge Commons Building to check in and pick up your key
Thornhill Village
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Turn at the first left onto Newman Road Park near assigned apartment report to Thornhill Village Commons Building to check in and pick up key Residents may leave cars parked in adjashycent resident spaces after unloading
Calhoun Courts
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Turn at first left onto Newman Road Go through Thornhill Village turn right onto Morrison Street Park and walk to Calhoun Courts Commons Building to check in and get your key You may then move your car to the street near your apartshyment to unload
Clemson House
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to first stoplight turn right onto North Palmetto Boushylevard You can follow that road to the front of Clemson House or turn right immediately on Lee Street and turn left on Daniel Drive Pick up your key at the front desk You may park in any marked space to unload
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Call UsBarnett Hall Lightsey Bridge I Apartments Desk 656-2130 Desk 656-1150 RD Office 858-4230 RD Office
Benet Hall Lightsey Bridge II Apartments Desk 656-2349 Desk 656-1150 RD Office 858-8614 RD Office
Byrnes Hall Manning Hall Desk 656-2140 Desk 656-2311 RD Office 656-0420 RD Office
Calhoun Courts Apartments Mauldin Hall Desk 656-2341 Desk 656-2130 RD Office 656-0421 RD Office
Clemson House McCabe Hall Desk 656-2075 Desk 656-1767 RD Office 656-1841 RD Office
Cope Hall Sanders Hall Desk 656-4800 Desk 656-2403 RD Office 858-8434 RD Office
Greek Community on the Quad Smith Hall Desk 656-0528 Desk 656-2130
RD Office 656-7578 RD Office
Geer Hall Stadium Residence Hall
Desk 656-2404 Desk 656-4800
RD Office 858-8614 RD Office
Holmes Hall Thornhill Village Apartments
Desk 656-1767 Desk 656-1257
RD Office 656-4386 RD Office
Johnstone A Young Hall
Desk 656-2366 Desk 656-2410
RD Office 858-8822 RD Office
Lever Hall Desk 656-7325 RD Office 656-0419
656-0422
656-0422
656-0670
656-5441
858-8448
858-8861
858-4230
656-4817
656-1258
858-8861
Additional University Phone Numbers Admissions 656-2287 Bookstore 656-2050 Bursarrsquos Office 656-2321 Career Center 656-6000 Computer Center Help Desk 656-3494 Counseling and Psychological
Services 656-2451 Fike Recreation Center 656-2315 Financial Aid 656-2280 Graduate Admissions 656-3195 Honors College 656-4762 ID Services 656-0763 International Programs
and Services 656-3614 Library 656-3027 Maintenance and Custodial 656-5450 Parking Services 656-2270 Pest Control 656-5450 Post Office 656-2351 Registrar 656-2171 ResCom Support 656-5441 Student Disability Services 656-6848 Student Government 656-2195 Telecommunications 656-2600 Visitors Center 656-4789
Main Housing Office (864) 656-2295 FAX (864) 656-7615
Additional information is available at our Web site wwwhousingclemsonedu
Equal Opportunity in Programs and Activities Federal laws prohibit discrimination under programs and activshy
ities receiving federal financial assistance The statutes listed below are applicable to Clemson University and provide in part
Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 ldquoNo person in the United States shall on the ground of race
color or national origin be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 ldquoNo person in the United States shall on the basis of sex be
excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subshyjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ldquoNo otherwise qualified disabled individual in the United
States shall solely by reason of their disability be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Clemson University Statement Regarding Nondiscrimination
Clemson University does not discriminate against any indishyvidual or group of individuals on the basis of age color disability gender national origin race religion sexual orientation or vetershy
anrsquos status
Clemson University conducts its programs and activities involving admission and treatment of students employment teachshying research and public service in a nondiscriminatory manner as prescribed by federal law and regulation
Inquiries concerning the above may be addressed to President Clemson University Clemson South Carolina 29634 or Director Office for Civil Rights Department of Education Washington DC 20201
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HomeDonrsquot Leave Without It
Herersquos a checklist of things to consider bringing for your room or apartmenthellip
Alarm clock Bathrobe Blankets Book bagbackpack Can opener Cleaning supplies Coffee pothot pot Desk lamp (not halogen) Electrical surge protector Fan First-aid supplies Flashlight Hairdryer Hot-air popcorn popper Iron Ironing board Lap desk Laundry supplies (detergent laundry basket hangers)
University Housing 200 Mell Hall Box 344075 Clemson SC 29634-4075 (864) 656-2295 FAX (864) 656-7615
wwwhousingclemsonedu
Laptop Mattress cover (extra-long for a twin bed) Pillows Plastic storage containers Radio Raincoat Room decorations (no candles or incense) School supplies Sheets (extra-long for twin bed) Shower caddy Telephone Television with cable cord Toiletries Towels Trash can Umbrella Vacuum cleaner
Required
Employee (Green Permit)Restricted as PostedCommuting Student (Orange Permit) and EmployeeResident Student (Blue Permit)Apartment (Purple Permit)Clemson House Resident Student (Purple Permit)Emergency Call Station
Parking Designations
P-1
P-2
E-2
E-1
E-10
E-13
E-20
R-1
R-4
C-1
C-2
A
B
Campus Map
E-8 E-9 P-4
C-11 C-4 C-5 E-7C C-12 R-2 R-3
P-3
E-3 C-13 C-3 C-10
C-7 C-9
E-4
E-16 C-6 DE-14
E-15 E-32
E-5
E-12
E-6
E-11
1 Johnstone A and A Annex
The Suites 2 McCabe 3 Holmes 4 Stadium Residence Hall
The Shoeboxes 5 Geer 6 Sanders 7 Benet 8 Young 9 Cope
10 Clemson House
Bryan Mall 11 Mauldin 12 Barnett 13 Smith 14 Manning 15 Lever 16 Byrnes
The Apartments 17 Calhoun Courts 18 Thornhill Village 19 Lightsey Bridge I 20 Lightsey Bridge II
Clemsonrsquos Greek Community on the Quad 21 Bowen 22 Bradley 23 Donaldson 24 Wannamaker 25 Norris 26 Simpson North 27 Simpson South
28 Hendrix Student Center
Dining Halls 29 Schilletter 30 Harcombe 31 Clemson House
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Campus Entry A
From Anderson on Highway 76 Pass the SC National Guard (on right) at stopshylight turn left onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) From EasleyGreenville on Highway 123 Turn left onto Highway 76 at the Ramada Inn Go under Highway 93 (do not exit) at stoplight turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road the next road to the right) From Central on Highway 93 Exit onto Highway 76 toward Anderson Stay right at stoplight turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road)
Campus Entry B
From Anderson on Highway 76 Exit onto Highway 93 Clemson University Exit From EasleyGreenville on Highway 123 Exit onto Highway 93 at Clemson University Exit From Seneca on Highway 123 Follow Highway 123 Turn right on Highway 76 Turn right onto Highway 93 at Clemson University Exit From Central on Highway 93 Go straight onto camshypus
Campus Entry C
From Seneca on Highway 123 Bear right onto Highway 93 to Clemson University Go across bridge turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road)
Campus Entry D
From Seneca on Highway 123 Bear right onto Highway 93 to Clemson University Go across bridge pass Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) turn right at next stoplight onto Williamson Road
42
Bryan Mall Byrnes Manning Lever Smith Barnett and Mauldin Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station turn right at Cherry Road Turn left into Bryan Mall at stop sign If parking is full you may park in the green spaces along Cherry Road
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass football stadium and Strom Thurmond Institute turn left onto Cherry Road Enter Bryan Mall by turning left at stop sign If parking is full you may park in the green spaces along Cherry Road Pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
The Stadium Residence Hall and the Shoeboxes Cope Benet Young Geer and Sanders Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station go through traffic signal at Cherry Road pass Strom Thurmond Institute and turn right onto Williamson Road Follow Williamson Road to stop sign Continue straight after stop sign turn right on South Palmetto Boulevard and imshymediately turn left into Sirrine parking lot or go straight on Williamson Road until Fort Hill Street turn right and park behind Geer or Sanders halls
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Go past the football stadium (on your left) and turn left onto Williamson Road You can then either turn right onto South Palmetto Boulevard and immediately left into the Sirrine parking lot or you can take a chance on finding a slot in the loading docks behind the halls by continushying on Williamson Road and turning right onto Fort Hill Street Pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
Johnstone Hall Sections A and A Annex
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to the second stoplight veer left toward Tillman Hall You will approach Tillman Hall You can either park on the street near Tillman or behind Tillman You may pick up your key in the University Union loggia
Holmes and McCabe Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to the second stoplight veer left toward Tillman Hall turn left at Calhoun Drive and turn right at Fort Hill Street
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry D Turn right onto Williamson Road and left onto Fort Hill Street Park in any available space and pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
Lightsey Bridge
From Anderson EasleyGreenville and Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station turn right onto Lightsey Bridge Road
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass football stadium Strom Thurmond Institute Cherry Road and Resident Parking Lot turn left onto Lightsey Bridge Road Report to desk at Lightsey Bridge Commons Building to check in and pick up your key
Thornhill Village
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Turn at the first left onto Newman Road Park near assigned apartment report to Thornhill Village Commons Building to check in and pick up key Residents may leave cars parked in adjashycent resident spaces after unloading
Calhoun Courts
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Turn at first left onto Newman Road Go through Thornhill Village turn right onto Morrison Street Park and walk to Calhoun Courts Commons Building to check in and get your key You may then move your car to the street near your apartshyment to unload
Clemson House
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to first stoplight turn right onto North Palmetto Boushylevard You can follow that road to the front of Clemson House or turn right immediately on Lee Street and turn left on Daniel Drive Pick up your key at the front desk You may park in any marked space to unload
44
Call UsBarnett Hall Lightsey Bridge I Apartments Desk 656-2130 Desk 656-1150 RD Office 858-4230 RD Office
Benet Hall Lightsey Bridge II Apartments Desk 656-2349 Desk 656-1150 RD Office 858-8614 RD Office
Byrnes Hall Manning Hall Desk 656-2140 Desk 656-2311 RD Office 656-0420 RD Office
Calhoun Courts Apartments Mauldin Hall Desk 656-2341 Desk 656-2130 RD Office 656-0421 RD Office
Clemson House McCabe Hall Desk 656-2075 Desk 656-1767 RD Office 656-1841 RD Office
Cope Hall Sanders Hall Desk 656-4800 Desk 656-2403 RD Office 858-8434 RD Office
Greek Community on the Quad Smith Hall Desk 656-0528 Desk 656-2130
RD Office 656-7578 RD Office
Geer Hall Stadium Residence Hall
Desk 656-2404 Desk 656-4800
RD Office 858-8614 RD Office
Holmes Hall Thornhill Village Apartments
Desk 656-1767 Desk 656-1257
RD Office 656-4386 RD Office
Johnstone A Young Hall
Desk 656-2366 Desk 656-2410
RD Office 858-8822 RD Office
Lever Hall Desk 656-7325 RD Office 656-0419
656-0422
656-0422
656-0670
656-5441
858-8448
858-8861
858-4230
656-4817
656-1258
858-8861
Additional University Phone Numbers Admissions 656-2287 Bookstore 656-2050 Bursarrsquos Office 656-2321 Career Center 656-6000 Computer Center Help Desk 656-3494 Counseling and Psychological
Services 656-2451 Fike Recreation Center 656-2315 Financial Aid 656-2280 Graduate Admissions 656-3195 Honors College 656-4762 ID Services 656-0763 International Programs
and Services 656-3614 Library 656-3027 Maintenance and Custodial 656-5450 Parking Services 656-2270 Pest Control 656-5450 Post Office 656-2351 Registrar 656-2171 ResCom Support 656-5441 Student Disability Services 656-6848 Student Government 656-2195 Telecommunications 656-2600 Visitors Center 656-4789
Main Housing Office (864) 656-2295 FAX (864) 656-7615
Additional information is available at our Web site wwwhousingclemsonedu
Equal Opportunity in Programs and Activities Federal laws prohibit discrimination under programs and activshy
ities receiving federal financial assistance The statutes listed below are applicable to Clemson University and provide in part
Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 ldquoNo person in the United States shall on the ground of race
color or national origin be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 ldquoNo person in the United States shall on the basis of sex be
excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subshyjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ldquoNo otherwise qualified disabled individual in the United
States shall solely by reason of their disability be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Clemson University Statement Regarding Nondiscrimination
Clemson University does not discriminate against any indishyvidual or group of individuals on the basis of age color disability gender national origin race religion sexual orientation or vetershy
anrsquos status
Clemson University conducts its programs and activities involving admission and treatment of students employment teachshying research and public service in a nondiscriminatory manner as prescribed by federal law and regulation
Inquiries concerning the above may be addressed to President Clemson University Clemson South Carolina 29634 or Director Office for Civil Rights Department of Education Washington DC 20201
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HomeDonrsquot Leave Without It
Herersquos a checklist of things to consider bringing for your room or apartmenthellip
Alarm clock Bathrobe Blankets Book bagbackpack Can opener Cleaning supplies Coffee pothot pot Desk lamp (not halogen) Electrical surge protector Fan First-aid supplies Flashlight Hairdryer Hot-air popcorn popper Iron Ironing board Lap desk Laundry supplies (detergent laundry basket hangers)
University Housing 200 Mell Hall Box 344075 Clemson SC 29634-4075 (864) 656-2295 FAX (864) 656-7615
wwwhousingclemsonedu
Laptop Mattress cover (extra-long for a twin bed) Pillows Plastic storage containers Radio Raincoat Room decorations (no candles or incense) School supplies Sheets (extra-long for twin bed) Shower caddy Telephone Television with cable cord Toiletries Towels Trash can Umbrella Vacuum cleaner
Required
Coming to
Campus Get
tin
g H
ere
37
Campus Entry A
From Anderson on Highway 76 Pass the SC National Guard (on right) at stopshylight turn left onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) From EasleyGreenville on Highway 123 Turn left onto Highway 76 at the Ramada Inn Go under Highway 93 (do not exit) at stoplight turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road the next road to the right) From Central on Highway 93 Exit onto Highway 76 toward Anderson Stay right at stoplight turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road)
Campus Entry B
From Anderson on Highway 76 Exit onto Highway 93 Clemson University Exit From EasleyGreenville on Highway 123 Exit onto Highway 93 at Clemson University Exit From Seneca on Highway 123 Follow Highway 123 Turn right on Highway 76 Turn right onto Highway 93 at Clemson University Exit From Central on Highway 93 Go straight onto camshypus
Campus Entry C
From Seneca on Highway 123 Bear right onto Highway 93 to Clemson University Go across bridge turn right onto Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road)
Campus Entry D
From Seneca on Highway 123 Bear right onto Highway 93 to Clemson University Go across bridge pass Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) turn right at next stoplight onto Williamson Road
42
Bryan Mall Byrnes Manning Lever Smith Barnett and Mauldin Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station turn right at Cherry Road Turn left into Bryan Mall at stop sign If parking is full you may park in the green spaces along Cherry Road
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass football stadium and Strom Thurmond Institute turn left onto Cherry Road Enter Bryan Mall by turning left at stop sign If parking is full you may park in the green spaces along Cherry Road Pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
The Stadium Residence Hall and the Shoeboxes Cope Benet Young Geer and Sanders Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station go through traffic signal at Cherry Road pass Strom Thurmond Institute and turn right onto Williamson Road Follow Williamson Road to stop sign Continue straight after stop sign turn right on South Palmetto Boulevard and imshymediately turn left into Sirrine parking lot or go straight on Williamson Road until Fort Hill Street turn right and park behind Geer or Sanders halls
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Go past the football stadium (on your left) and turn left onto Williamson Road You can then either turn right onto South Palmetto Boulevard and immediately left into the Sirrine parking lot or you can take a chance on finding a slot in the loading docks behind the halls by continushying on Williamson Road and turning right onto Fort Hill Street Pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
Johnstone Hall Sections A and A Annex
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to the second stoplight veer left toward Tillman Hall You will approach Tillman Hall You can either park on the street near Tillman or behind Tillman You may pick up your key in the University Union loggia
Holmes and McCabe Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to the second stoplight veer left toward Tillman Hall turn left at Calhoun Drive and turn right at Fort Hill Street
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry D Turn right onto Williamson Road and left onto Fort Hill Street Park in any available space and pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
Lightsey Bridge
From Anderson EasleyGreenville and Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station turn right onto Lightsey Bridge Road
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass football stadium Strom Thurmond Institute Cherry Road and Resident Parking Lot turn left onto Lightsey Bridge Road Report to desk at Lightsey Bridge Commons Building to check in and pick up your key
Thornhill Village
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Turn at the first left onto Newman Road Park near assigned apartment report to Thornhill Village Commons Building to check in and pick up key Residents may leave cars parked in adjashycent resident spaces after unloading
Calhoun Courts
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Turn at first left onto Newman Road Go through Thornhill Village turn right onto Morrison Street Park and walk to Calhoun Courts Commons Building to check in and get your key You may then move your car to the street near your apartshyment to unload
Clemson House
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to first stoplight turn right onto North Palmetto Boushylevard You can follow that road to the front of Clemson House or turn right immediately on Lee Street and turn left on Daniel Drive Pick up your key at the front desk You may park in any marked space to unload
44
Call UsBarnett Hall Lightsey Bridge I Apartments Desk 656-2130 Desk 656-1150 RD Office 858-4230 RD Office
Benet Hall Lightsey Bridge II Apartments Desk 656-2349 Desk 656-1150 RD Office 858-8614 RD Office
Byrnes Hall Manning Hall Desk 656-2140 Desk 656-2311 RD Office 656-0420 RD Office
Calhoun Courts Apartments Mauldin Hall Desk 656-2341 Desk 656-2130 RD Office 656-0421 RD Office
Clemson House McCabe Hall Desk 656-2075 Desk 656-1767 RD Office 656-1841 RD Office
Cope Hall Sanders Hall Desk 656-4800 Desk 656-2403 RD Office 858-8434 RD Office
Greek Community on the Quad Smith Hall Desk 656-0528 Desk 656-2130
RD Office 656-7578 RD Office
Geer Hall Stadium Residence Hall
Desk 656-2404 Desk 656-4800
RD Office 858-8614 RD Office
Holmes Hall Thornhill Village Apartments
Desk 656-1767 Desk 656-1257
RD Office 656-4386 RD Office
Johnstone A Young Hall
Desk 656-2366 Desk 656-2410
RD Office 858-8822 RD Office
Lever Hall Desk 656-7325 RD Office 656-0419
656-0422
656-0422
656-0670
656-5441
858-8448
858-8861
858-4230
656-4817
656-1258
858-8861
Additional University Phone Numbers Admissions 656-2287 Bookstore 656-2050 Bursarrsquos Office 656-2321 Career Center 656-6000 Computer Center Help Desk 656-3494 Counseling and Psychological
Services 656-2451 Fike Recreation Center 656-2315 Financial Aid 656-2280 Graduate Admissions 656-3195 Honors College 656-4762 ID Services 656-0763 International Programs
and Services 656-3614 Library 656-3027 Maintenance and Custodial 656-5450 Parking Services 656-2270 Pest Control 656-5450 Post Office 656-2351 Registrar 656-2171 ResCom Support 656-5441 Student Disability Services 656-6848 Student Government 656-2195 Telecommunications 656-2600 Visitors Center 656-4789
Main Housing Office (864) 656-2295 FAX (864) 656-7615
Additional information is available at our Web site wwwhousingclemsonedu
Equal Opportunity in Programs and Activities Federal laws prohibit discrimination under programs and activshy
ities receiving federal financial assistance The statutes listed below are applicable to Clemson University and provide in part
Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 ldquoNo person in the United States shall on the ground of race
color or national origin be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 ldquoNo person in the United States shall on the basis of sex be
excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subshyjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ldquoNo otherwise qualified disabled individual in the United
States shall solely by reason of their disability be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Clemson University Statement Regarding Nondiscrimination
Clemson University does not discriminate against any indishyvidual or group of individuals on the basis of age color disability gender national origin race religion sexual orientation or vetershy
anrsquos status
Clemson University conducts its programs and activities involving admission and treatment of students employment teachshying research and public service in a nondiscriminatory manner as prescribed by federal law and regulation
Inquiries concerning the above may be addressed to President Clemson University Clemson South Carolina 29634 or Director Office for Civil Rights Department of Education Washington DC 20201
Cam
pu
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on
tact
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45
HomeDonrsquot Leave Without It
Herersquos a checklist of things to consider bringing for your room or apartmenthellip
Alarm clock Bathrobe Blankets Book bagbackpack Can opener Cleaning supplies Coffee pothot pot Desk lamp (not halogen) Electrical surge protector Fan First-aid supplies Flashlight Hairdryer Hot-air popcorn popper Iron Ironing board Lap desk Laundry supplies (detergent laundry basket hangers)
University Housing 200 Mell Hall Box 344075 Clemson SC 29634-4075 (864) 656-2295 FAX (864) 656-7615
wwwhousingclemsonedu
Laptop Mattress cover (extra-long for a twin bed) Pillows Plastic storage containers Radio Raincoat Room decorations (no candles or incense) School supplies Sheets (extra-long for twin bed) Shower caddy Telephone Television with cable cord Toiletries Towels Trash can Umbrella Vacuum cleaner
Required
42
Bryan Mall Byrnes Manning Lever Smith Barnett and Mauldin Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station turn right at Cherry Road Turn left into Bryan Mall at stop sign If parking is full you may park in the green spaces along Cherry Road
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass football stadium and Strom Thurmond Institute turn left onto Cherry Road Enter Bryan Mall by turning left at stop sign If parking is full you may park in the green spaces along Cherry Road Pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
The Stadium Residence Hall and the Shoeboxes Cope Benet Young Geer and Sanders Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station go through traffic signal at Cherry Road pass Strom Thurmond Institute and turn right onto Williamson Road Follow Williamson Road to stop sign Continue straight after stop sign turn right on South Palmetto Boulevard and imshymediately turn left into Sirrine parking lot or go straight on Williamson Road until Fort Hill Street turn right and park behind Geer or Sanders halls
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Go past the football stadium (on your left) and turn left onto Williamson Road You can then either turn right onto South Palmetto Boulevard and immediately left into the Sirrine parking lot or you can take a chance on finding a slot in the loading docks behind the halls by continushying on Williamson Road and turning right onto Fort Hill Street Pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
Johnstone Hall Sections A and A Annex
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to the second stoplight veer left toward Tillman Hall You will approach Tillman Hall You can either park on the street near Tillman or behind Tillman You may pick up your key in the University Union loggia
Holmes and McCabe Halls
From Anderson EasleyGreenville Central Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to the second stoplight veer left toward Tillman Hall turn left at Calhoun Drive and turn right at Fort Hill Street
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry D Turn right onto Williamson Road and left onto Fort Hill Street Park in any available space and pick up your key at the front desk of your assigned hall
Lightsey Bridge
From Anderson EasleyGreenville and Central Follow directions to Campus Entry A You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass Fire Station turn right onto Lightsey Bridge Road
From Seneca Follow directions to Campus Entry C You are on Silas Pearman Boulevard (Perimeter Road) Pass football stadium Strom Thurmond Institute Cherry Road and Resident Parking Lot turn left onto Lightsey Bridge Road Report to desk at Lightsey Bridge Commons Building to check in and pick up your key
Thornhill Village
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Turn at the first left onto Newman Road Park near assigned apartment report to Thornhill Village Commons Building to check in and pick up key Residents may leave cars parked in adjashycent resident spaces after unloading
Calhoun Courts
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Turn at first left onto Newman Road Go through Thornhill Village turn right onto Morrison Street Park and walk to Calhoun Courts Commons Building to check in and get your key You may then move your car to the street near your apartshyment to unload
Clemson House
Follow directions to Campus Entry B Follow Highway 93 to first stoplight turn right onto North Palmetto Boushylevard You can follow that road to the front of Clemson House or turn right immediately on Lee Street and turn left on Daniel Drive Pick up your key at the front desk You may park in any marked space to unload
44
Call UsBarnett Hall Lightsey Bridge I Apartments Desk 656-2130 Desk 656-1150 RD Office 858-4230 RD Office
Benet Hall Lightsey Bridge II Apartments Desk 656-2349 Desk 656-1150 RD Office 858-8614 RD Office
Byrnes Hall Manning Hall Desk 656-2140 Desk 656-2311 RD Office 656-0420 RD Office
Calhoun Courts Apartments Mauldin Hall Desk 656-2341 Desk 656-2130 RD Office 656-0421 RD Office
Clemson House McCabe Hall Desk 656-2075 Desk 656-1767 RD Office 656-1841 RD Office
Cope Hall Sanders Hall Desk 656-4800 Desk 656-2403 RD Office 858-8434 RD Office
Greek Community on the Quad Smith Hall Desk 656-0528 Desk 656-2130
RD Office 656-7578 RD Office
Geer Hall Stadium Residence Hall
Desk 656-2404 Desk 656-4800
RD Office 858-8614 RD Office
Holmes Hall Thornhill Village Apartments
Desk 656-1767 Desk 656-1257
RD Office 656-4386 RD Office
Johnstone A Young Hall
Desk 656-2366 Desk 656-2410
RD Office 858-8822 RD Office
Lever Hall Desk 656-7325 RD Office 656-0419
656-0422
656-0422
656-0670
656-5441
858-8448
858-8861
858-4230
656-4817
656-1258
858-8861
Additional University Phone Numbers Admissions 656-2287 Bookstore 656-2050 Bursarrsquos Office 656-2321 Career Center 656-6000 Computer Center Help Desk 656-3494 Counseling and Psychological
Services 656-2451 Fike Recreation Center 656-2315 Financial Aid 656-2280 Graduate Admissions 656-3195 Honors College 656-4762 ID Services 656-0763 International Programs
and Services 656-3614 Library 656-3027 Maintenance and Custodial 656-5450 Parking Services 656-2270 Pest Control 656-5450 Post Office 656-2351 Registrar 656-2171 ResCom Support 656-5441 Student Disability Services 656-6848 Student Government 656-2195 Telecommunications 656-2600 Visitors Center 656-4789
Main Housing Office (864) 656-2295 FAX (864) 656-7615
Additional information is available at our Web site wwwhousingclemsonedu
Equal Opportunity in Programs and Activities Federal laws prohibit discrimination under programs and activshy
ities receiving federal financial assistance The statutes listed below are applicable to Clemson University and provide in part
Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 ldquoNo person in the United States shall on the ground of race
color or national origin be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 ldquoNo person in the United States shall on the basis of sex be
excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subshyjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ldquoNo otherwise qualified disabled individual in the United
States shall solely by reason of their disability be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Clemson University Statement Regarding Nondiscrimination
Clemson University does not discriminate against any indishyvidual or group of individuals on the basis of age color disability gender national origin race religion sexual orientation or vetershy
anrsquos status
Clemson University conducts its programs and activities involving admission and treatment of students employment teachshying research and public service in a nondiscriminatory manner as prescribed by federal law and regulation
Inquiries concerning the above may be addressed to President Clemson University Clemson South Carolina 29634 or Director Office for Civil Rights Department of Education Washington DC 20201
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HomeDonrsquot Leave Without It
Herersquos a checklist of things to consider bringing for your room or apartmenthellip
Alarm clock Bathrobe Blankets Book bagbackpack Can opener Cleaning supplies Coffee pothot pot Desk lamp (not halogen) Electrical surge protector Fan First-aid supplies Flashlight Hairdryer Hot-air popcorn popper Iron Ironing board Lap desk Laundry supplies (detergent laundry basket hangers)
University Housing 200 Mell Hall Box 344075 Clemson SC 29634-4075 (864) 656-2295 FAX (864) 656-7615
wwwhousingclemsonedu
Laptop Mattress cover (extra-long for a twin bed) Pillows Plastic storage containers Radio Raincoat Room decorations (no candles or incense) School supplies Sheets (extra-long for twin bed) Shower caddy Telephone Television with cable cord Toiletries Towels Trash can Umbrella Vacuum cleaner
Required
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Call UsBarnett Hall Lightsey Bridge I Apartments Desk 656-2130 Desk 656-1150 RD Office 858-4230 RD Office
Benet Hall Lightsey Bridge II Apartments Desk 656-2349 Desk 656-1150 RD Office 858-8614 RD Office
Byrnes Hall Manning Hall Desk 656-2140 Desk 656-2311 RD Office 656-0420 RD Office
Calhoun Courts Apartments Mauldin Hall Desk 656-2341 Desk 656-2130 RD Office 656-0421 RD Office
Clemson House McCabe Hall Desk 656-2075 Desk 656-1767 RD Office 656-1841 RD Office
Cope Hall Sanders Hall Desk 656-4800 Desk 656-2403 RD Office 858-8434 RD Office
Greek Community on the Quad Smith Hall Desk 656-0528 Desk 656-2130
RD Office 656-7578 RD Office
Geer Hall Stadium Residence Hall
Desk 656-2404 Desk 656-4800
RD Office 858-8614 RD Office
Holmes Hall Thornhill Village Apartments
Desk 656-1767 Desk 656-1257
RD Office 656-4386 RD Office
Johnstone A Young Hall
Desk 656-2366 Desk 656-2410
RD Office 858-8822 RD Office
Lever Hall Desk 656-7325 RD Office 656-0419
656-0422
656-0422
656-0670
656-5441
858-8448
858-8861
858-4230
656-4817
656-1258
858-8861
Additional University Phone Numbers Admissions 656-2287 Bookstore 656-2050 Bursarrsquos Office 656-2321 Career Center 656-6000 Computer Center Help Desk 656-3494 Counseling and Psychological
Services 656-2451 Fike Recreation Center 656-2315 Financial Aid 656-2280 Graduate Admissions 656-3195 Honors College 656-4762 ID Services 656-0763 International Programs
and Services 656-3614 Library 656-3027 Maintenance and Custodial 656-5450 Parking Services 656-2270 Pest Control 656-5450 Post Office 656-2351 Registrar 656-2171 ResCom Support 656-5441 Student Disability Services 656-6848 Student Government 656-2195 Telecommunications 656-2600 Visitors Center 656-4789
Main Housing Office (864) 656-2295 FAX (864) 656-7615
Additional information is available at our Web site wwwhousingclemsonedu
Equal Opportunity in Programs and Activities Federal laws prohibit discrimination under programs and activshy
ities receiving federal financial assistance The statutes listed below are applicable to Clemson University and provide in part
Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 ldquoNo person in the United States shall on the ground of race
color or national origin be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 ldquoNo person in the United States shall on the basis of sex be
excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subshyjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ldquoNo otherwise qualified disabled individual in the United
States shall solely by reason of their disability be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistancerdquo
Clemson University Statement Regarding Nondiscrimination
Clemson University does not discriminate against any indishyvidual or group of individuals on the basis of age color disability gender national origin race religion sexual orientation or vetershy
anrsquos status
Clemson University conducts its programs and activities involving admission and treatment of students employment teachshying research and public service in a nondiscriminatory manner as prescribed by federal law and regulation
Inquiries concerning the above may be addressed to President Clemson University Clemson South Carolina 29634 or Director Office for Civil Rights Department of Education Washington DC 20201
Cam
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tact
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45
HomeDonrsquot Leave Without It
Herersquos a checklist of things to consider bringing for your room or apartmenthellip
Alarm clock Bathrobe Blankets Book bagbackpack Can opener Cleaning supplies Coffee pothot pot Desk lamp (not halogen) Electrical surge protector Fan First-aid supplies Flashlight Hairdryer Hot-air popcorn popper Iron Ironing board Lap desk Laundry supplies (detergent laundry basket hangers)
University Housing 200 Mell Hall Box 344075 Clemson SC 29634-4075 (864) 656-2295 FAX (864) 656-7615
wwwhousingclemsonedu
Laptop Mattress cover (extra-long for a twin bed) Pillows Plastic storage containers Radio Raincoat Room decorations (no candles or incense) School supplies Sheets (extra-long for twin bed) Shower caddy Telephone Television with cable cord Toiletries Towels Trash can Umbrella Vacuum cleaner
Required
HomeDonrsquot Leave Without It
Herersquos a checklist of things to consider bringing for your room or apartmenthellip
Alarm clock Bathrobe Blankets Book bagbackpack Can opener Cleaning supplies Coffee pothot pot Desk lamp (not halogen) Electrical surge protector Fan First-aid supplies Flashlight Hairdryer Hot-air popcorn popper Iron Ironing board Lap desk Laundry supplies (detergent laundry basket hangers)
University Housing 200 Mell Hall Box 344075 Clemson SC 29634-4075 (864) 656-2295 FAX (864) 656-7615
wwwhousingclemsonedu
Laptop Mattress cover (extra-long for a twin bed) Pillows Plastic storage containers Radio Raincoat Room decorations (no candles or incense) School supplies Sheets (extra-long for twin bed) Shower caddy Telephone Television with cable cord Toiletries Towels Trash can Umbrella Vacuum cleaner
Required