Living on Campus
Statistics show that students who live on campus make better grades and are more satisfied with their overall college experience.
Here are reasons to live on campus:
Convenience! You are minutes away from your classes, the library, parking, campus activities, the Wellness Center, bookstores, and many other places that you will frequent while being a student on UCO's campus.
No Monthly Bill! Students pay for housing on a semester basis. There is no need to save up for a monthly rent or those rising utility costs. No more tracking down your roommates for their part of rent, you are only responsible for yourself.
Safety! UCO was recently named one of the nation's safest campuses. We have Resident Assistants and a professional staff member on call every night of the year. Our reception desk is staffed 24 hours 7 days a week. We promote safety, and realize that safety is a basic need for students.
Make Friends! Your classmates are down the hall and on the floor above and below you. Organize a study group, watch television together, participate in intramural sports, or host a Halo tournament! Your peers have never been so convenient and easily accessible.
Programs! Programs are offered within each residence hall and on campus. All of them are at your fingertips. Residence Life administers programs that focus on academic success, student development, appreciation of diversity and multiculturalism, and social growth. Attend a program today!
College Experience! After completing their college career, students reflect upon their residence hall experience. The late night study groups, ordering pizza at 4am, late night talks, and positive relationships made can all be experienced when you live on campus.
Take a step inside your future home at Central!
Roommate Realities A student's relationship with their roommate can be one of the best parts of the college experience. Here are a few things to think about when preparing for a new roommate. My Roommate and I Need To Be Best Buddies There will be times when your values and thoughts are at odds with those of your roommate. Agreeing to disagree means, as roommates, you need to recognize you won't always agree with the other person but that compromise is important. UCO Residence Life staff are trained to help roommates work through issues. If you do have concerns with your roommate, you should contact your Resident Assistant and/or your Hall Director.
In reality, roommates don't always end up as best pals. Friendship isn't the main factor in developing a good roommate relationship. Respect and a willingness to communicate clearly are the keys. Be realistic about your expectations, and connect through compromise.
Agree to Disagree
Respect Differences and Respect Safety
Roommates should discover what they have in common, where they differ, and make an effort to learn about each other's background. Each should respect the fact that sharing a room means making it a safe place. Discuss locking the room, hosting guests, study times, sleep times, as well as concerns with alcohol and other drug issues.
What to Bring
Move-In Item Checklist Items Needed in Residence Halls Items Subject to Confiscation Self-care Items Room Accessories
Below are bulleted lists of items and ideas previous students have helped compile in order to make the move in process as easy as it can be for you...
Be sure on move-in day to bring your dolly or hand truck to save time and energy!
Discuss with Roommate Before Purchasing
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