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have a furniture problem. Housekeeping also takes care of extermination, which includes mice and insects. However, if you live in HCA, the HCA office will take care of your pest problems. They can be reached at 610-642-5884. If you have a problem with electricity or plumbing and you do not live in HCA, you should call maintenance at x1096. They take care of light bulbs, broken locks, damaged doors and walls, clogged sinks, broken showers, and any other water and electrical problems. If you live in HCA, your maintenance problems are handled by the HCA office. They can be reached at 610-642-5884. Maintenance also takes care of lock changes for all of campus, including HCA. For more information about Housekeeping and Maintenance, see the section on Housing, starting on page [87].
Introduction
This section of the Students’ Guide is devoted to answering all of your frequently asked questions. All the information answered in these questions can be found elsewhere in the guide, as each question will reference a section to look in for more information. These questions address the more common occurrences, problems, and conundrums that students experience at Haverford, from how to reserve a room to what the alcohol policy allows. This section also explains who you should contact and provides their contact information for various mundane problems, such as broken furniture, bathroom problems, and Honor Code intricacies.
Can I paint the walls of my dorm room or common room?
No. Painting is prohibited on any dorm wall or ceiling in any room or hallway. See the section on painting in the Housing section on page [93] for more information.
What does the Alcohol Policy allow me to do?
Whether or not one drinks while at Haverford is a choice all students must face. The goal of the alcohol policy is to maintain a social atmosphere free of coercion or peer pressure that is acceptable to all students. Basically the alcohol policy encourages ‘Fords to be safe. The policy informs students that the legal drinking age in the state of Pennsylvania is 21 years of age. Haverford does not condone or encourage underage drinking. Students under 21 who choose to drink should be aware that they will be held accountable for their actions under the law and that the College cannot and will not protect them if cited for underage drinking by the authorities. Students should know that there are residents in the area and noise does travel easily from party locations and must be kept to a minimum, especially if students are outside. Drinking in public areas, such as Founders Hall, Marshall Auditorium, Magill Library, any academic building, or the dining center, is in strict violation of
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
If I have a problem with furniture, electricity, or plumbing in my dorm, who do I call?
All furniture problems, from dressers to mattresses to common room futons, are handled by housekeeping. Even if you live in HCA, your
furniture, including shelves, bookcases, tables, and desks, are handled by housekeeping, which is part of Facilities Management. You can reach Facilities Management at x1100 and ask for housekeeping if you
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the policy. Drinking outside on Founder’s Green, by the Housing Office. Students who wish to return earlier than the date they are told must get special permission from the Interim Housing Director Marianne Smith. If you show up before you are supposed to be back and do not have permission to be back early, you will not be able to get your key and you will not be able to enter your dorm room until the date you are supposed to be back. This rule applies to athletes, people involved in the customs program, early return students, first years, and regular return students. Special permission is usually only given to people who have to travel a long distance to Haverford or cannot return on the normal scheduled date.
athletic fields, open areas, or anywhere that is considered outside that is not a back porch is also in violation of the Alcohol Policy. Students also have the responsibility to confront those who are in violation of the policy. The full text of the policy can be found starting on page [63].
Where and how can I find out about a certain club or group that interests me? How can I get involved?
Some clubs are completely student run, while some of the larger or more established groups and activities on campus are run through appointments. A complete list of appointed positions can be found on page [26]. A list of all student clubs and organizations can be found on page [28]. To get involved in any organization, you should contact the club head and attend a meeting. A list of clubs and organizations can be found on-line at http://www.haverford.edu/deans/SAO/clubsorgs2. html and a list of club and organization contact people can be found there. If you don’t find a club at Haverford that suits your interest you can check out Bryn Mawr’s variety of student organizations or you can start your own! All clubs and organizations have the opportunity to receive students’ council funds at the beginning of each semester.
If I need a room for a club or event, what do I have to do to get a room? Can I get any room I want?
Students can reserve any room in the campus center and most academic buildings for special events. The room you get depends on the size of your function and the availability of rooms on campus. If you’re reserving space for a meeting, simply send an email to rmreserv@haverford.edu stating how many people and the date and time you need the room. If you are reserving space for an event, email Jason McGraw, Coordinator of Student Activities (jmcgraw@haverford.edu), and he will
Is there a strategy for room draw? the housing I want?
How do I get
process the event for approval and forward the request to Room Reserve. Make sure to send the email at least two weeks in advance to secure space particularly during times of high social activity (usually around the middle and the end of the semester). functions, For special needs for events and such as a TV, check with AV
The best thing to do is apply for as many different accommodations as possible in the normal rounds of room draw. Sophomores usually have the most difficult time getting the housing of their choice but everyone ends up somewhere. Keep in mind there aren’t any really bad housing options; people on the wait list usually end up in the apartments (800s) or in the North Dorms. draw, see page [89]. For more information on room
(avreq@haverford.edu) for audio visual needs (you should indicate these requests in your email to rmreserv or jmcgraw, and room reserve or Jason will take care of these needs for you). See page [84] for the complete list of rules and policies for event planning.
Can I return early to Haverford at the end of summer before the date I have to be back?
The college sets an arrival date for students to return and asks that all students respect that date. If the need arises to return early, please contact the Housing Office. All early returns must be approved
How does the OneCard access system work?
The OneCard system is designed to allow easier access to dorms and other academic buildings. Anyone with a card can enter any building that has
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a OneCard scanner. Just hold the card about six inches away from the scanner and the door will open. It also functions as a library card and as a meal card. It is important to remember that with the OneCard, anyone with a card can enter any dorm building, which means that there is no reason to prop doors (all outer doors also have a door prop alarm that is very annoying). After certain hours however you are only able to get into your specific dormitory (the hours are later on the weekends). Since anyone can get on a hall or inside a dorm at most times of the day, it is advised that you lock your door when you are not in your room for added security. See page [19] for more information. (Information Desk, Bookstore, Women’s Center, and Admissions), Dining Services (the DC, The Coop) and more. A full list of campus jobs is available at the Career Development Office (CDO) in Stokes 300. Be aware that not all jobs are open every semester. The CDO will give you a full list of open jobs, and then you can apply for the job you want. The best way to get the job you want is to apply as early as possible. It’s also a good idea to apply for several job to make sure you get at least one of your first choices. Different jobs will have different hours, so make sure you know your own schedule before committing to a job you might not be able to devote the necessary time to. For more information on campus jobs, see the Career Development Office section on page [5] or contact the CDO at x1181 or email cdo@haverford.edu.
I’m taking this class that’s really difficult and I need help if I want to do well. Where can I get the academic support I need?
The best answer to this question is to contact your professor first. Many departments and intro classes offer special discussion sessions for help with class work. Depending on the subject, there are also different centers, such as the Math question center (in Hilles 011), Chem. question center, and Writing center (Magill Strawbridge Room), that provide help and guidance from students and professors in particular course work. Many students are often hesitant to request a one-on-one tutor. However, if the professor cannot give you all the help you need, the Deans’ Office runs a free confidential tutoring program for all subjects. Sometimes your professor will even suggest and arrange a tutor for you. Tutors are generally Tutors can be junior or senior department majors.
How do I get selected for an Honor Council jury?
Jury selection is run by the Honor Council Secretaries. For academic trials, juries are The comprised of twelve members; six are members of Honor Council and six are other students. other students are randomly selected by the secretaries. A random list of students is generated and the secretaries go down the list calling people until they have filled the six spots. Unlike a real court case, Honor Council jury duty is not mandatory and you do not have to serve on a jury if you don’t want to or believe you have a conflict of interest (i.e. you know a person involved). Among the twelve jurors, a minimum of two members must be multicultural students. Students are on the list if they indicated they would like to be considered multicultural. Multicultural jurors can be honor council members or randomly selected students. See the section in the Students’ Constitution (page [32]) about Honor Code procedures to learn more about the trial process.
requested through the Office of Academic Resources. The program is run through the deans, and tutor requests can be made online or at the Deans’ Office in Chase 205. For more information on academic resources and tutoring, see page [17].
How do I get an on campus job?
During the first week of the first semester, and also during the first week of the second semester, on campus locations where students can work begin hiring students. There are usually jobs open at the libraries (Magill Library, the Music Library, and the Science Library), offices in Founders (Alumni Giving, Central Services, and the Provost), the Campus Center
If I take a class at Bryn Mawr, how do I buy books?
The Bryn Mawr Bookstore provides all the books you need for your Bryn Mawr classes. However, your Haverford Bookstore account will not work at Bryn Mawr. Instead, you must first go
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to the Haverford Business Office. Talk to the
secretary, Carol McLane, and she will give you a voucher, which you can then use at the Bryn Mawr bookstore. Bryn Mawr will then charge your purchase to your Haverford account. If you do not go to the Business Office first and pick up a voucher, you will not be able to charge your bookstore account at Bryn Mawr.
I ‘m bored. What is there to do around here?
If you’re bored, the first thing you should do is leave your room and go somewhere. While dorm rooms are exciting places to be, there are other places where there are things to do and see. On weekends, there is almost always something going on at our campus or on Bryn Mawr’s that might interest you. Check the activities schedule online at GO http://go.haverford.edu to see what’s happening. If the happenings on campus don’t float your boat, Philly is really close by. Take the R5 or R100 into the city and have fun at a show, concert, or just the bustling night life on South Street. And if you don’t want to go all the way into the city, there’s usually something on the Main Line, either a movie at the Bryn Mawr Theater, or a late night at Minela’s diner. See the Philly and Mainline section for some great ideas.
I need to get to Bryn Mawr. schedule of the Blue Bus?
Where can I get a
The Blue Bus schedule is available online at http://www.brynmawr.edu/transportation/bico.sht ml. For the next Blue Bus leaving Haverford, check on GO (http://go.haverford.edu).
I’m sick. doctor?
Where can I get some medicine or see a
During the week you can head over to Health Services (behind the library) for a walk in appointment. After Health Services hours, contact
Safety & Security (x1111) for access to the nurse on call or Bryn Mawr Hospital. (For more information about Health Services check out p. [12].