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Fall 2009 end-of-semester information—11.02.09
Winter Break
Last-minute check
Vacancy in your room
Furniture inventory
Students leaving housing at the end of the fall
semester
Checkout procedures
Room changes
Winter Break
University residences are closed according to the following
schedule:
| Dormitory-style residences |
| Close: |
Noon, Tuesday, December 22, 2009 |
| Open: |
10 a.m., Friday, January 8, 2010 |
Students residing in dormitory-style residences who wish to remain
on campus during Winter Break may apply for vacation
housing.
Apartment-style residences and 33 Harry Agganis Way
All University apartment-style residences and 33 Harry Agganis Way
remain open during Winter Break, when all University facilities
are closed. Students assigned to apartment-style residences and
33 Harry Agganis Way who stay in their residences during this period
may do so without extra charge.
Note: All University residence rules and regulations remain in
effect during Winter Break. Remember, there are fewer people on
campus during vacation periods: exercise caution. In case of an
emergency, or to report anything suspicious, contact the Boston
University Police Department directly at 617-353-2121.
Students leaving housing at the end of the fall
semester because they graduate, officially withdraw, take a
leave of absence, or will participate in a Boston University study
abroad or internship program for the spring semester must move out
and complete residence checkout procedures
by noon on Tuesday, December 22, 2009.
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Last-minute check
Before you leave, unplug all electrical items, remove valuables,
turn off all lights, remove any excess trash from your room, lock
all windows and doors, and take your keys. Boston University
is not responsible for stolen or damaged student
belongings.
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Vacancy in your room
If there is a vacancy in your room, you should expect a
roommate when you return. Your room should be left clean and the
vacant bed, desk, and dresser must be empty and ready for your new
roommate. Failure to comply with these procedures may result in
disciplinary sanctions.
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Furniture inventory
Rooms are checked during the vacation
period. Any unauthorized University furniture is removed and charges
are assessed. In addition, disciplinary sanctions, which may include
a fine, may be imposed.
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Students leaving housing at the end
of the fall semester
Your 2009–10 Residence License Agreement is a
legally binding document valid for the entire academic
year.
You are responsible for residence and dining plan charges for both
semesters unless:
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Checkout procedures
Simply checking out of your residence accommodation as
outlined does not release you from your Residence License Agreement.
You must have officially terminated your status as a student at
the University or been granted a release from the Residence License
Agreement by the Housing Committee because you will be participating
in a Boston University study abroad or internship program for the
spring semester.
Complete the checkout procedures yourself. Do not rely upon others
to do any part of the process (e.g., return keys) since it is your
account that may be charged. The checkout deadline for Semester
I is noon on Tuesday, December 22, 2009, and all checkout procedures
must be completed by that date and time. Semester II charges are
adjusted based upon the effective date of your withdrawal from your
residence, if you complete the checkout procedures noted below.
| (1) |
Pick up a Checkout Room Condition Report from
your residence office at least 48 hours before your departure.
Complete the form, have it signed by a member of your residence
staff, and return the form to your residence office. You should
retain a copy of the Checkout Room Condition Report for your
records. |
| (2) |
Return your residence keys, in person, to your residence office.
Ask for a key receipt. If you are scheduled to leave during
hours when this office is closed, make arrangements to return
your keys prior to your departure. Do not give your
keys to another student or a resident assistant. Do not leave
with your keys. Failure to return your keys may
result in your continued responsibility for Semester II residence
and dining plan charges and for key/lock charges. |
| (3) |
You are responsible for removing all your belongings from
your room and leaving the room in clean and usable condition.
Personal property left behind is disposed of at your expense. |
| (4) |
All furniture which was in your room when you moved into it
is expected to be there and arranged as you found it. Do not
leave furniture in closets or outside of your room. Charges
are assessed for missing and/or damaged furniture at replacement
costs. If there is excess furniture in common areas, closets,
or student rooms, you will be assessed a removal fee. If the
room has to be set up, there is a fee charged to arrange the
furniture. |
| (5) |
If you were assigned to a dormitory-style residence or to
10 Buick Street or to 33 Harry Agganis Way, you must complete
a mail forwarding/change-of-address card at your residence mail
room. If you were assigned to an apartment-style residence (other
than 10 Buick Street or 33 Harry Agganis Way), complete a change-of-address
form online at www.usps.com.
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Reminders regarding room changes
Wednesday, December 9, 2009, is the last day for the fall
semester that room changes will be offered by BU Housing and direct
swaps and pull-ins will be coordinated through residence offices.
Vacancies created after Wednesday, December 9, 2009 by students
who are graduating, leaving to study abroad, taking a leave of absence,
or withdrawing from the University, are used for the assigning of
incoming freshmen and transfer students, students returning from
studying abroad, and new housing applicants. Any vacancies that
are not used are available for spring semester room changes.
Spring 2010 Room Change Request Forms will be available beginning
Thursday, December 10, 2009 at BU Housing, Assignments Area, 25
Buick Street. The schedule for the Semester II room change period
is as follows:
| Pull-ins begin: |
Friday, January 22, 2010 |
| Room changes begin: |
Monday, January 25, 2010 |
| Room changes end: |
Friday, February 26, 2010 |
The priority for offering changes in Semester II is class year,
date received by BU Housing, and room change interests.
If you have any further questions or require additional information
on room changes, please call the Assignments Area, 617-353-3511.
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