- 6 - Live a New Experience Greetings from the Office of Residence Life at Northern State University! You are preparing to embark on a fabulous journey filled with new ideas, exciting opportunities, and many new friends. Whether you’re a new student or a seasoned pro, living on campus in our residence halls can help make your college experience fulfilling and successful, both in and outside of the classroom. The Northern State Guide to Residential Living is filled with information which you will need while living with us in our communities. Please note that our residents are responsible for knowing all of the information within the Guide. It not only outlines our policies for living on campus, but it also includes valuable details about our staff and the many great opportunities we offer. Please read through this Guide thoroughly as it contains everything you need to know about life with us. The policies are vitally important as they ensure that everyone follows proper safety rules and regulations. Since you are now part of an entire community, you must be aware and help make it safe. This Guide discusses policies involving things that are not allowed in our halls, such as alcohol, smoking, and candles. If you come across a policy that you do not understand, please ask a staff member to clarify for you. I want to state once more that you are responsible for all of the information in this Guide, so make sure you understand everything in it. Students who choose to live with us in the residence halls tend to have greater chances at succeeding in college when compared to those who do not reside on campus. This is due, in part, to our strong staff that goes out of their way to foster growth and success by providing great programs and opportunities for our students. These programs are both educational and social, and we strongly encourage students to participate when they can. In addition to the residence hall staff, we also provide opportunities via the Residence Hall Association (RHA). RHA is the governing body for the residence halls and are made up of student leaders. You may become an active member of RHA by simply letting your hall staff know that you are interested. The staff will be happy to fill you in on all the details. The residence halls offer great ways for getting involved, but there are many other ways as well. You may choose to join one of the many campus clubs and organizations that focus on a wide range of interests. We have a growing intramural sports program that offers a variety of opportunities to stay active and involved. Basically, the possibilities are endless and offer an exciting way to build friendships that will last well beyond your days here at Northern. We hope that the upcoming year proves to be one of success, growth, and fun! If you follow the guidelines set forth in this guide, and use the helpful information in it, you are sure to have a successful career here at Northern State. So study hard, make great friends, seek out opportunities, and as we like to say in our office, Live a New Experience! Sincerely, Marty Sabolo Director of Residence Life and Dining Services
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