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Welcome to Our Community - LIVING IN SCHOMBURG & WEST APARTMENTS Summer 2021 - Stony Brook University
Welcome to Our Community
LIVING IN SCHOMBURG & WEST APARTMENTS
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             Summer 2021

                                               Judy Jaquez
                           Assistant Director for Apartment Living

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Welcome to Our Community - LIVING IN SCHOMBURG & WEST APARTMENTS Summer 2021 - Stony Brook University
Meet the Staff
 Judy Jaquez, Assistant Director of Apt Living

Hazel Chou, Hazel, Area Office Manager (AOM)

Monique Beason, Residence Hall Director (RHD)

 Tracy Halloran, Residence Hall Director
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 Kevin Adams, Residence Hall Director (RHD)

    Robin Wang, Apt Living Assistant (ALA)

Christina DeAngelis, Apt Living Assistant (ALA)

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Welcome to Our Community - LIVING IN SCHOMBURG & WEST APARTMENTS Summer 2021 - Stony Brook University
Resident Assistants (RAs)
     Students Like You

                 West C RA: Mikey
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                 West D: Kyle
                 West E: John
                 West G: Sharron
                 West I: Cheri
                 West J: Javier
                 West K: Zhakeya
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Welcome to Our Community - LIVING IN SCHOMBURG & WEST APARTMENTS Summer 2021 - Stony Brook University
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Welcome to Our Community - LIVING IN SCHOMBURG & WEST APARTMENTS Summer 2021 - Stony Brook University
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Welcome to Our Community - LIVING IN SCHOMBURG & WEST APARTMENTS Summer 2021 - Stony Brook University
Directions: Stony Brook University
West Apartments                               Where to Go
                                           When You Arrive to
450 Circle Road
Stony Brook, NY 11790                    Stony Brook University

Step 1: Check In at Area Office in West E Commons
                                              ‘-  Building Room 130
Step 2: Present Negative COVID-19 PCR or Antigen test within 7 days
Step 3: Receive Keys and Temporary Access Card/SBU ID
Step 4: Go to your assigned building and room

Check-in Hours: 9:00 AM- 4:30 PM

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Welcome to Our Community - LIVING IN SCHOMBURG & WEST APARTMENTS Summer 2021 - Stony Brook University
NOT PERMITTED
                                 What to Bring
Your Apt & Room                   ●   Extra long (XL) twin
                                                               ● Electrical appliances
                                                               ● Extension cords
                                      bedding/sheets           ● Multi-plug adapters
                                  ●   Pillows                  ● Lightbulbs that are not
                                  ●   Towels                       CFL/LED
Provided for you:                                              ●   Candles/ Incense
                                  ●   Hangers
● Living Room Furniture                                        ●   Plug-in air fresheners
                                  ●   Shower Shoes/ plastic    ●   Pets other than fish
● Dining Room Furniture               slippers                 ●   Foam/ Gel Mattress
● Kitchen Appliances-             ●   Umbrella          ‘-         Toppers
  Refrigerator, Stove, Oven,      ●   Cell phone & charging    ●   Non-authorized furniture
                                  ●   Laptop & Charging        ●   Air fryers
  Microwave                       ●   Favorite Snacks          ●   Salt lamps
● Bedroom- desk, chair, bed,      ●   Personal Toiletries      ●   Tobacco Products (Vapes
  closet, night table, dresser    ●   Laundry detergent            etc.)
● Air Conditioner                 ●   Medications
                                  ●   Important Documents

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Welcome to Our Community - LIVING IN SCHOMBURG & WEST APARTMENTS Summer 2021 - Stony Brook University
Connecting to
 Technology
 ●   Setting up Single Sign
     On and Login Profile
 ●   WiFi/ Internet
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 ●   Cable TV & Streaming
 ●   SOLAR Student Portal
 ●   Blackboard
 ●   Google Apps
 ●   Duo 2 Step Verification
 ●   Any many more

*Register up to 3 devices

                               Campus Residences Services        Division of Information
                                                                 Technology (DoIT)
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Welcome to Our Community - LIVING IN SCHOMBURG & WEST APARTMENTS Summer 2021 - Stony Brook University
West Apartments
                        Community Resources
●   Mail & Packages
     ○ Your Mailing Address
                       Your Full Name
                       Your Building, and Room #
                       450 Circle Road
                       Stony Brook, NY 11790-3411
      ○ Summer Pick-up Location - Wagner Hall                   ‘
      ○ Monday – Friday: 8:30AM-4:30PM
●   Computing Center/SINC Site: Available 24 hours located West E Commons Room 120
    (swipe SBU ID for access)
●   Print Release Station: Available 24 hours - West E Commons Lobby
●   Sports Courts: Open until 11 PM - Basketball, Tennis, Badminton, Volleyball
●   Fitness Center Hours – CLOSED 2020-2021 (scheduled to open in Fall 2021)
●   Laundry Rooms: West Apts Buildings- 1 on each floor (FREE)
Welcome to Our Community - LIVING IN SCHOMBURG & WEST APARTMENTS Summer 2021 - Stony Brook University
Cleaning Services                            CLEANING SCHEDULE
                                             Monday: Rooms 305-310
                                             Tuesday: Rooms 209-304
Custodial Staff will clean 1 time per week   Wednesday: Rooms 203-208
 ● Kitchen
                                             Thursday: Rooms 107-202
 ● Bathroom
                                             Friday: Rooms 101-106
 ● Remove Garbage from Kitchen &                        ‘-
    Bathroom Trash Cans
                                             Please Remove all Personal Belongings

Your Bedroom and Shared Living Spaces        Kitchen Counters

is up to you to keep clean                   Showers
                                             Bathroom Sink/Counter
Dumpsters located outside each building      Bathroom Floor

                                             * Cleaners will not touch personal items
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Maintenance &
Facilities Repairs                          Report Facilities Problems to
                                            FixIt System
●   Students may report problems to         https://www.stonybrook.edu/fixit/
    area office or enter Work Request on
    FixIt System
●   Facilities Staff may enter student              ‘-
                                            Common issues to put in FIXIT:
    room to make repairs during
    business hours or night & weekends       ●   Leaks, plumbing clogs, no heat, no power,
    based on emergency assessment.               bodily fluid spill, lock/key issue, & no water or
●   Bring issues to our attention as soon        no hot water, lights not working, Air
    as possible before it becomes a              Conditioning, Windows, furniture problems,
    bigger problem
                                            * Maintenance Staff will not touch personal
                                            belongings
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How to enter a work order

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1)   When you enter the
     FIXIT screen, this is
                                 2) Enter your NetID and   3) Click “New Work Request” 4) Enter “Residence Halls”,
                                 password. Click Login.                                whichever building you are in,
     what is should look like.                                                         your room, and select the best
     Click “Go to FIXIT”                                                               description for your issue, and
                                                                                       include as many details as
                                                                                       possible. Press “Submit” when
                                                                                       completed.
Laundry Tips & Tricks
●   Laundry is free! You do not need to swipe your ID card.
●   We recommend using detergent pods, 1-2 per laundry load, and toss it right into the
    machine.
●   Do not dry wool, rubber or plastic
●   Hot setting may cause clothes to shrink
●   Don’t put more clothes than comfortably fits in machine
●   Don’t use powdered detergent in machines                      ‘
●   Clean dryer lint filter before and after each load
●   Remove your clothes promptly so you can help your peers
●   Don’t forget to empty your pockets
●   LaundryView: Allows you to check the availability of washers and dryers in your
    residence hall before going to the laundry room
●   https://www.laundryview.com/selectProperty?property=2376
We Are Here To Help You
                                        Stay Safe And Succeed
●   To keep your community safe get to know the rules and regulations
      ○ Student Code of Responsibility
      ○ Terms of Occupancy
●   Each student is responsible for understanding the Rules and Expectations for
    learning and living at SBU- ask questions when you do not understand or need more
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    information about Student Conduct and Community Standards
●   When students Break the Rules university staff will communicate with you or have a
    meeting to discuss your behavior. Students can also report incidents of violations to
    the office staff.
●   Make good choices and make good decisions to avoid consequences
●   Covid-19 Safety Guidelines updates
Key, IDs, and Lockouts
Your apartment key and the access card, or Stony Brook ID
 ● Do not give your key or ID to anyone
 ● Carry your key and ID always
 ● Lost Key or ID or Locked Out?
    ● Visit our office to borrow a temporary key‘or access card
    ● Contact the RA staff after business hours, overnight or weekend
Unauthorized Access: Residents are responsible for keys and building access cards issued to them. Students may
not transfer use of keys, SBU ID, or building access cards to anyone else. Student may not use keys, SBU ID or
building access cards that are issued to another student. Violation of this policy may result in Student Conduct
Charges.
Covid-19 Safety Guidelines
    *Based on Guidance from New York State Dept of Health (NYS), Center for Disease Control (CDC), and State
                                                      University of New York (SUNY) FOR SBU STUDENTS

•     Wearing Masks in shared spaces
•     Wash Hands
•     Keep personal space clean
•     No Guests- Only SBU students         ‘-
•     Social Distance
•     Campus Clear Daily Health Self-Screening App
•     Covid-19 Vaccination available for students
       Follow updates and latest SBU Covid-19 News at Coming Back Safe and Strong website

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Covid-19 Safety Guidelines
          *Based on Guidance from New York State Dept of Health (NYS), Center for Disease Control (CDC), and State
                                                             University of New York (SUNY) FOR SBU STUDENTS

Testing For Summer Residents- May 17-August 20- Must participate 1 day per week

 •   FREE at SBU Testing Site Location- GLS/HDV Center
 •   Open MondaY - Friday 9 AM- 4 PM and Saturday 9 AM- 12 PM
 •   Results: Notification Only for Covid Positive Results- no notification if test is negative
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 •   Testing. Please note that testing is still required regardless of your COVID vaccination status.
 •   Complete the Campus Clear app daily health screening

If you have never been tested at GLS/HDV, you must register for the GLS/HDV testing site and
provide updated insurance information. When registering, make sure you enter your student ID
correctly for your test to be accurately recorded.

                  To make an appointment: https://calendly.com/suny-stony-brook-gls/covid-testing
                               For Questions Contact: Student Health Services at (631) 632-6740
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Cleanliness Expectations

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Excessive filth that prevents the easy accessibility of living space is
prohibited because it creates a hazard in the event of an emergency,
and it can introduce unwanted pests and, potentially, mold. Do not wash
your clothes in the sink or in the shower.

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Cleanliness Expectations
Kitchen Area

The floor should be clean (i.e.
swept and mopped). Any food
items in the area should be stored in
closed containers, to discourage
pests. The stove and countertop                       ‘-
areas should be cleaned and
wiped down properly (i.e. no oil or
grease). The kitchen sink should be
clean and empty (i.e. dishes are
cleaned and are in the dish drain
and/or stored). The garbage             See: dirty stove (left) and clean stove (right)
receptacle should be empty or at
moderate level, not overflowing.

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Fire Safety & Fire Alarms
●   Evacuate immediately when a fire alarm goes off
●   To prevent a cooking fire in the kitchen:
     ○ Never leave cooking unattended. Unattended cooking is the number
         one cause of cooking fires.
     ○ Wear short or close-fitting sleeves. Loose clothing can catch fire.
     ○ Clean cooking surfaces to prevent food and grease build-up. ‘ Keep
         curtains, towels and pot holders away from hot surfaces. Regular Soap
         and Water is good enough
     ○ Turn pan handles inward to prevent accidental spilling.
     ○ Close the oven door and shut off the heat to smother an oven or
         broiler fire.
     ○ Be careful to follow microwave cooking instructions
Guests
Overnight guests ARE NOT PERMITTED 2020-2021
 ● Daytime guests are not permitted the first two
     weeks of class
 ● After the second week of class, daytime guests
     are limited to SBU students living on campus
 ● You are responsible for all of your guests actions   ‘
 ● Someone who remains in the community between
     the hours of 11:00PM and 9:00AM is considered
     an overnight guest
 ● A friend cannot live with you by sleeping on the
     couch or by sleeping in an empty bedroom.
 ● Violations will result in student conduct action
Tobacco Free
    Alcohol Policy                                     University
●   You must be over 21 to have alcohol
                                                  ●   Stony Brook is a Tobacco-Free
    in your room. You cannot drink if you
                                                      campus, therefore smoking is not
    are under 21.
                                                      allowed on campus grounds, in the
●   If you are over 21 you can have:
                                                      rooms, or in the parking lots
       ● Six (6) 12 oz. bottles/cans of beer           ‘-
       ● ½ gallon of wine
       ● 0.5 or ½ liter of spirits at one time.
●   Alcohol (beer, wine, liquor or spirits)
    should not be stored in common areas
    of apartment or suite unless all
    residents are over 21 years of age.

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Quiet Hours
●   Courtesy hours are in effect 24 hours a day. Residents must make
    reasonable efforts to avoid disturbing other residents and comply with
    reasonable requests to cease any disruptive activity.
●   Sunday evening through Friday morning quiet hours ‘    are between the
    hours of 11:00 pm and 8:00 am, and between the hours of 2:00 am
    and 10:00 am from Friday evening through Sunday morning.
Prohibited Items!

Monthly Health
  and Safety
 Inspections
●   H&S timing: Every month,             ‘
    anytime between 10AM-10PM
●   Resident Assistants and Pro-
    Staff conducting inspections
●   Prohibited items will be
    confiscated and stored
If it burns or produces heat,
                it is not allowed

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Candles, incense, and plug-in fresheners   Scented gel beads and solid air fresheners
    are prohibited because they are        are neither flammable nor heat-generating,
 flammable and generate significant        and they produce the same pleasant scents
           amounts of heat.                        that other air fresheners do.

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Extension Cord vs. Power Strip

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     Extension cords (single and multi-plug) and multi-plug wall adapters are
  prohibited because they provide no protection to electronic items plugged
  into them in the event of a surge, and they produce fires if overloaded. Surge
 protectors provide your electronic items with the necessary protection, and they
          are much better at preventing fires in the event of a surge.

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No Air Fryers, Hot Plates or
    Pressure Cookers

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Instant pots, pressure cookers, hot plates, and multi cup coffee brewers
 (and coffee brewers without automatic shut-off) are prohibited because
                they generate significant amounts of heat.

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Common Violations

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 Other common violations include non-University furniture (small metal or
  plastic furniture is allowed, but ask your AC/RHD), refrigerators larger
than five cubic ft. and more than 1.5 amps, foam-based mattress toppers,
                            and storage Ottomans.

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Where to Eat around Campus
Meal Plan & Dining Hours

You will need                                  ‘-
 ●   SBu Meal Plan
 ●   SBU ID to swipe your card points
 ●   Visit the link below for the most up to date campus dining hours
https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/dining/locations/hours.php

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What to do when you are not in class?
 ●   Enjoy the university grounds during the beautiful summer season- USE the Bike Share
 ●   Walk to the Fountains by Wang Center and Administration
 ●   Campus Recreation and Wellness - fitness classes, workout at the gym, use indoor running track
 ●   Checkout events planned by RA staff
 ●   Checkout events at Staller Center
 ●   Check out events by Undergraduate Student Government (USG)
 ●   Ride the Bus                                              ‘-
 ●   Go with friends to the Movies, the Shopping Mall, Supermarket, etc

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Campus Resources for Students
Campus Dining https://www.stonybrook.edu/dining/
Campus Map https://www.stonybrook.edu/about/maps-and-directions/
Transportation, Parking, Bus Routes, etc https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/transportation-and-parking/parking-services/
Wolf Ride Bike Share https://www.stonybrook.edu/sustainability/biking-at-stony-brook/wolf-ride-bike-share-terms.shtml
Student Engagement and Activities https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/studentaffairs/sac/
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Recreation and Wellness https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/studentaffairs/rec/
Student Health Services https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/studentaffairs/shs/
Student Accessibility Support Center https://www.stonybrook.edu/sasc/
Psychological and Counseling Services https://www.stonybrook.edu/caps/
Summer Classes Info https://www.stonybrook.edu/summer/
Dean of Students https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/studentaffairs/dos/
Important Numbers to Know!
Schomburg West Area Office: (631) 632-4728

Campus Residences Central Office: (631) 632-6750

University Police Department: (631) 632-3333 ‘-

CAPS (Counseling & Psychological Services): (631) 632-6720

Dean of Students Office: (631) 632-7320

Need another number? Ask us and we'll help you find it!

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How to Get Help 24/7
Schomburg and West Apartments Area Office
West E Commons- Room 130
Monday - Friday | 8:30 AM-5:00 PM
Summer Hours: M-F 8:30 AM- 4:00 PM
Email: Schomburg-West_AreaOffice@stonybrook.edu
Telephone: (631) 632-4728                     ‘

After Hours Call RA (starting at 7PM overnight and weekends)
Buildings C, D, E: 631-632-4970
Buildings G, J, K: 631-632-4138
Buildings I, Schomburg A & B: 631-632-1316

  FOR EMERGENCY CALL UNIVERSITY POLICE AT 631-632-3333
Welcome to          Any Questions?
   SBU!
                        ‘
 We are so happy
   that you have
joined the Seawolf
       family!

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