On behalf of the entire Housing Services Team, it is my privilege to welcome you to your new home. I know you will be as delighted to be here as we are to have you living with us. As a former UCR resident of the very halls in which you are now living, I know of the new journey and experiences on which you are about to embark.

On-campus living is an enriching part of your education, which allows you to become an active member of the college community. Part of the college experience is learning to live and work with others. Our goal is to provide you a suitable place to live at UCR that has an environment conducive to academic, social, cultural, and personal growth. We provide you with a variety of programs and activities that will supplement and/or complement your in-classroom educational experience. You will be educated as to the responsibilities of living as an adult in the UCR Housing community in order to create a positive living environment.

The Residence Halls offer a unique educational opportunity; they are more than just a place to eat and sleep. There are opportunities to expand your own personal horizons through involvement in activities. Your community is composed of people from various ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds. For this reason, you will meet many new people and form friendships that would not occur in a more restrictive environment. This is important because it will challenge you to figure out ways to help all of us survive by living together in a productive manner, emphasizing our common humanity rather than our differences.

Your residential environment will be enhanced by your energy and enthusiasm. It is your community of which you are an integral part. We cannot create your community; only you and your hall-mates can do that. It takes courage, consideration, responsibility, and amiability to keep a residence hall community functioning at its optimal level. An understanding of and respect for the rights and interests of others is a key to making the residential experience meaningful for all.

This handbook is designed to acquaint you with the opportunities, benefits, and necessary regulations of residential life. Let it be your guide to your living experience. We believe in providing a supportive and respective environment, and are committed to helping you meet your needs.

Please read through this entire handbook; it is part of your housing contract and you will be held responsible for its contents. While every effort has been made to be accurate and complete, all information in this handbook is subject to reasonable changes.

It is my hope that the 2007/2008 school year is a rewarding experience for you. I treasure my memories of living in the Residence Halls, and know you will too.

Sincerely,

Andy Plumley

Director of Housing Services

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Residence Life Mission Statement

We provide a safe, inclusive learning environment that fosters academic success, individual growth and personal responsibility.

We enhance the co-curricular experience by providing opportunities for leadership development and social support.

We are committed to integrating our diverse identities into engaging and enriching communities.