THIS WEEK'S MESSAGE FROM ACTING PRESIDENT GERALDINE JONES
Posted on July 20, 2012
From: Acting
President Geraldine M. Jones When I talk
with Cal U alumni, they often share happy memories of living on campus.
It’s the ultimate college experience — a chance to test one’s
independence while living side by side with classmates who have similar
interests, ambitions and goals. NOTE:
Please look for Acting President Jones’ next message to the campus community on
Friday, Aug. 3.
To: All students,
faculty, staff, alumni and University friends
There are many benefits
to living on campus during your college years. Students say they feel more
connected to the University when they live close to campus activities and
student services. They find it’s easier to join an impromptu study group,
attend a club meeting or simply get together with friends.
Sharing everyday
experiences can lead to long-lasting friendships. National research shows that
students who live on campus are not only more satisfied with their overall
college experience, they are more likely to remain in college and earn a
degree.
With controlled access
and 24-hour security, Cal U housing gives students peace of mind. Trained
residence hall directors and community assistants are always on call. They
answer questions, address concerns, plan social activities and help students
comply with residence hall rules. The Inter-Residence Hall Council,
representing students from all residence halls, provides leadership
opportunities and organizes activities, fundraisers and service projects.
Cal U students have two
options for spacious, apartment-style University housing. The residence hall
suites on our main campus provide plenty of privacy, plus convenient access to
everything Cal U has to offer, from the Herron Recreation & Fitness Center
to free movies in Vulcan Theater and late-night snacks in the Natali Student
Union. Vulcan Village, on Cal U’s south campus, offers garden-style apartments
with a clubhouse, a pool and other outdoor recreation.
These aren’t the
“dorms” I remember from my own college days! Both locations provide furnished
rooms with air conditioning, free Wi-Fi and cable TV, laundry facilities and
high-speed Internet access. On-site computer labs make it convenient to work on
class projects.
A very limited number of rooms are still available for the fall semester, both
in the all-suite residence halls and at Vulcan Village. Students may contact
the Office of Residence Life at 724-938-4444 or housing@calu.edu
to learn more about University housing. A limited number of need-based
scholarships are available to help eligible students meet housing costs.
I hope that every Cal U
student has the opportunity to experience living on campus. It’s a wonderful
way to get involved, make new friends and create lasting memories of your time
at Cal U. 
Meet Acting President
Geraldine M. Jones
