Happy Holidays!

The Department of University Housing and Residence Life will close at 4:30 p.m. today for the holidays. The university will reopen on Tuesday, January 3, 2012. We hope you have a safe and blessed holiday! Please contact JSU Police at 256-782-5050 in case of an emergency.

Merry Christmas from all of us in University Housing and Residence Life!

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A Few Reminders

Some of you may be experiencing problems with your student account.  Some students may have been wrongly charged for a residential dining plan and/or other charges. We are working with the Bursar’s Office to correct any issues with student accounts. If you have a question about housing charges listed on your account, please contact us at 256-782-5122 for more information. 

We would also like to remind everyone that residence halls will close on December 10 at 10:00 p.m. for nongraduating residents. Graduating residents must check out by 10:00 p.m. on December 16. Halls will reopen on January 10 at 9:00 a.m.

Lastly, Res Life Productions presents Chicken & Waffles at Effina’s Tuscan Grille TODAY from 8:00 p.m. – 12:00 am. Take a break from the books, and relax before finals. It’s FREE but there are only a FEW tickets left. Drop by the Housing Office in 103 Bibb Graves to reserve your FREE MEAL!

Thank you for a great semester, good luck on your finals, and enjoy your winter break!

It's Great to Live in Gamecock Housing!

-JSU Housing Staff

Horror Story Contest Winner!

Congratulations to Derrick Robinson, the 2011 winner of the Halloween Horror Story Contest! Please see his winning essay below!


   Good 'ol Mountain Street. Yea, I would say it looks good now. Waffle House, Effina's, and the Japanese restaurant all new additions to the street. It's nice to see people jogging up and down the street, cars passing and everyone is happy. It seems as if everyone forgot about Josh Evans and Christy Hall. I know I remember, ten years was not that long ago to me. I was a student here at Jacksonville State when it happened. Not only that but I  knew Josh. He stayed down the hall from me when I stayed at Crow my freshman year. I didn't know Christy so well. Only seen her on occasions and that was when she was with Josh. It's sad what happen to the two of them, I'm surprised the community forgot. Or maybe the community wants to forget what happened. If you never heard the story of Josh and Christy I'll go ahead and tell you this time, but this will be my only time telling it to you. 


    Now from the outside Josh Evans and Christy Hall were your typical college love birds. They both were well known across campus and would be seen together at the occasional sporting event or frat party. Now one place you were guranteed of seeing the two was on Mountain Street. Every night Josh and Christy could be seen jogging on Mountain Street and around the JSU campus. If you saw Josh, you saw Christy. The two would jog up and down Mountain Street then stop at Sparkman Hall where Christy lived and would sit outside on the steps and talk for hours. Until the night of October 31, 2001 that is.


    Story has it that Josh went to Sparkman to meet up with Christy for their nightly jog. When Christy didn't show Josh got worried and began calling Christy's cell phone. Christy informed Josh that she went to a haunted house in the mountains with some friends and she would return shortly. She told him to wait for her at Sparkman on the front steps. Well, Christy never showed. Josh sat  out at Sparkman all night. The next day it was reported that some body parts had been found on Mountain Street mutilated and only the heads and feet were found. No other body parts. The local paper nor TV 24 reported that it was in fact Christy and her friends but everyone on JSU's campus knew it was.


    The day after the body parts were found Josh seemed very distant to everybody. He didn't talk to anyone. As a matter of fact, all he did was sit outside Sparkman Hall every night for three months straight. Then one night Josh didn't show. He didn't show the next night either.No one seemed to have seen Josh anywhere on campus. His body was later found in his room at Crow hall. Josh had took his life. The only thing Josh left behind was a note saying "Looking for Christy". 


    Now if you walk Mountain Street at a certain time at night it's said you can see Josh still doing his nightly run. I don't believe much in ghost, but I can't deny what my eyes have seen. Heck, I've even seen him. I've seen him sitting on the steps at Sparkman still waiting for Christy. I've even seen him standing in the middle of the quad at night. Just standing there. Some say you can see Christy at the library at night, or hear her voice calling for Josh on Mountain Street at night. It's like they are still trying to find each other. Their souls are trying to unite for their nightly run. So if you happen to see Josh or Christy one night, don't be alarmed. Just point them in the direction of Mountain Street and hope they reunite.




Thank you to all of our participants! Be on the lookout for more contests in the future!


It's Great to Live in Gamecock Housing!
-JSU Housing Staff

Hypnotist Live @JSU on Wednesday!

JSU Housing and Residence Life presents Hypnotist, Brian Imbus, for your entertainment! Admission is one nonperishable item! The hall with the most items donated will win a FREE WING PARTY!!! All collected items will be donated to the Jacksonville Christian Outreach Center just in time for the Thanksgiving Holidays. Be sure to stop by the TMB Auditorium on Wednesday, November 2 at 7:00 p.m. for a MIND-BLOWING time!


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Remember, it's GREAT to live in GAMECOCK Housing!
-JSU Housing Staff

Early Move In Updates: Gamecock Orientation

Please disregard the previous email you may have received concerning early move in. Students participating in Gamecock Orientation on August 24, 2011, will be able to move into their fall assignments once orientation is completed. The designated move-in times for August 24 are 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Students who have previously attended Gamecock Orientation will be able to move in on the New Student Move-In Day, August 26, 2011, from 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Women participating in sorority recruitment will still be able to move in on August 24, 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. We apologize for any confusion or inconvenience and look forward to serving our students this year.

It's Great to Live in Gamecock Housing!

-JSU Housing Staff

COCKY DAZE 2011

Join us as we present, COCKY DAZE 2011!!

Thursday, August 25: Move in for Returners, 9:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

• Free Water at cooling stations located at each residence hall
• Prize Patrol! Answer a question, win a prize! Free Popsicles!

Friday, August 26: Move in for New Students, 9:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

All assignments must be claimed by 5:30 p.m. on August 26 or you will forfeit your assignment.

• Free Water at cooling stations located at each residence hall
• Prize Patrol! Answer a question, win a prize! Free Popsicles!
• Chicken-n-Bingo! 9:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. (Jack Hopper Dining Hall) Free FOOD and prizes for each Bingo winner!
• Grand Prize: ONE FREE SEMESTER OF HOUSING!

Saturday, August 27: Housing Cookout

• Behind Sparkman Hall, 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
• Free FOOD!
• Giant Water Slide
• Tie Dye a FREE t-shirt! Sizes are limited, so get there early!
• Bring your chairs and bathing suits!

Sunday, August 28: Movie Night

• The Quad, 8:30 p.m. - Until
• We will be showing "Accepted" for FREE!
• Free Pizza and movie snacks
• Bring your blankets or chairs!

We hope to see you at all of our FREE events! Events are open to all JSU Housing Residents! If you have questions, please contact University Housing and Residence Life at 256-782-5122.

It's Great to Live in Gamecock Housing!

-JSU Housing Staff

Avoid the Void!

Did you know that August 8, 2011 is the payment due date for all charges, including, tuition, housing and meal plans?

If you do not pay your balance, have financial aid in place, or are not previously enrolled in a payment plan by August 8, 2011, your classes, housing assignment, and meal plan will be voided. This means your classes will be dropped and you will be removed from your fall housing assignment.

In order to AVOID the VOID, make sure you take care of all fees before the payment due date.

If you are removed from your housing assignment, you will not be able to reregister for classes until August 22, 2011. Once you are able to reregister, you will need to reapply for housing, submit proof of classes, and pay all fees before housing can be reassigned. You will need to visit the Housing Office in 103 Bibb Graves or call 256-782-5122 to re-claim a housing assignment.

Please note: University Housing and Residence Life can neither guarantee your previous assignment will be available nor can the department guarantee any housing assignment.

If you reregister for classes and fail to reapply for housing, your account will be charged for housing.

For additional information, please contact University Housing and Residence Life at 256-782-5122.

It's Great to Live in Gamecock Housing!

-JSU Housing Staff

Tips for Move-In Day

Check out our helpful tips to make move-in day easier!

• Are you still unsure what to pack? Visit our blog post with our suggested packing list.

• Dress comfortably on the big day and wear sensible shoes.

• Bring a cart or dolly if you have one at home. We won't be able to provide these and this will be helpful for larger items.

• Stay hydrated. August in Alabama isn't known for it's cool temperatures, so be prepared for a hot and sticky day.

• Expect help. Every year students and staff volunteer to assist new students with move-in.

• Be patient. Moving is always a slow undertaking. We will do our part to help make the experience as painless as possible.

• Look for the Housing Prize Patrol who will be driving throughout campus looking for people to answer JSU trivia questions. Answer correctly and win prizes!

• There will also be cooling stations at each residence hall with free water!

• Get excited! You have a big year ahead of you so hit the ground running!

Be on the lookout for COCKY DAZE information too! This is Housing's Welcome Weekend for our residents. A full list of details will be available soon!

We will also send out information this summer from your hall staff. Please continue to check your JSU e-mail account for updates.

We're excited about having you on campus this year. If you have questions, please call us at 256-782-5122.

It's Great to Live in Gamecock Housing!

-JSU Housing Staff

Early Move-In Information

Only students participating in the following sports/organizations may move into the fall assignment early. If you are participating in early move in, it is important that you are officially registered with the appropriate department before attempting to move in.

Soccer Move-In:

• Tuesday, August 2, 2011, Time: 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm.
• Players reporting for practice will move into their fall assignments.
• For additional questions, please contact your coach.

Football Move-In:

• Thursday, August 4, 2011. Time: TBA
• Players reporting for practice will move into Crow Hall for football camp.
• If your fall assignment is in Crow Hall, you will move into your fall assignment.
• If you fall assignment is not in Crow Hall, you will relocate on Monday, August 22, 2011 between 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
• For additional questions, please contact your coach.

Volleyball Move-In:

• Monday, August 8, 2011. Time: 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm.
• Players reporting for practice will move into their fall assignments.
• For additional questions, please contact your coach.

Band Camp Move-In:

• Friday, August 12, 2011. Time: Rookies, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm; Veterans, 2:00 pm -4:00 pm.
• Marching Southerners reporting for band camp will move into their fall assignments.
• Any Southerner seeking housing arrangements for band camp ONLY will be housed in Dixon Hall.
• Move out for nonresidents will be Monday, August 22, 2011, from 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
• For additional questions, please contact the Band Office.

Sorority Member Move-In:

• Monday, August 22, 2011. Time: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm.
• Each chapter will have their own designated time to move in.
• The order of move in is

1. 9:00 am - 10:00 am: Alpha Xi Delta
2. 10:00 am -11:00 am: Alpha Omicron Pi
3. 11:00 am - 12:00 pm: Zeta Tau Alpha
4. 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm: Delta Zeta
5. 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm: Phi Mu

• Members will move into their fall assignments in Stadium Tower.
• For additional questions, please contact the Office of Student Life.

Potential New Sorority Member Move-In:

• Wednesday, August 24, 2011. Time: 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
• Potential members who have signed up to participate in recruitment will move into their fall assignments.
• For additional questions, please contact the Office of Student Life.

It's Great to Live in Gamecock Housing!

-JSU Housing Staff

Suggested Packing List for JSU Residence Halls

Remember, you may not need every item on this list. The following items are things you should think about bringing.

What to Bring -Sleeping

• Sheets (twin, regular sized, at least two sets)
• Comforter/Duvet set
• Blanket
• Mattress Pad
• Pillow(s)
• Alarm Clock

What to Bring - Looking Your Best

• Towels and washcloths (at least two sets)
• Shower caddy
• Shower shoes/flip flops
• Bathrobe
• Shampoo, conditioner, soap, deodorant, etc.
• Tissues
• Clothes hangers
• Clothes hamper/laundry bag
• Mirror
• Clothes, shoes, outerwear, and accessories

You won't have room for your entire wardrobe, but you can trade your warm weather clothing for your cold weather clothing when you go home or during Thanksgiving break and then trade back at Spring Break or another trip home. Keep some transitional clothing on hand at all times for sudden changes in the weather.

What to Bring - Eating

• Refrigerator (maximum size 4.2 cubic feet)
• Microwave (not to exceed 1000 watts)
• Dish soap and towels
• Coffee maker
• Kitchen supplies, including plates, cups, bowl, utensils, can opener, chip clips, storage bags and storage containers
• Favorite snacks and drinks
• Food for quick and easy meals in your room (breakfast bars, sandwiches, microwave meals, etc.).

What to Bring - Studying

• School supplies, including binders, folders, pens, pencils, index cards, calculator, notebooks, stapler, tape, paper clips, rubber bans, scissors, post-it notes, highlighters, glue, white-out, ruler, backpack, dictionary, thesaurus, three hole punch, etc.
• Personal organizer/calendar
• Computer, printer, cords, and accessories, including CDs/Flash Drives, surge protector, printer paper, and ink cartridges

What to Bring - Cleaning

• Cleaning supplies, including detergent, fabric softener, stain removers, lint brushes, iron, small ironing board, laundry marking pen, drying rack, and plenty of quarters for the laundry machines
• Broom/dust pan/mop/bucket
• Paper towels
• Garbage can and bags

What to Bring - Making it Your Home

• Posters, photographs, and other decorations
• Area rug
• Lamp and/or desk lamp and light bulbs

What to Bring - Electronics

• CD player/mp3 player and headphones
• Camera
• Telephone (voice mail/caller ID provided through the Telephone Center)
• DVD player
• Television
• Batteries
• Surge protector
• Fan (to be used during transitional weather times)

What to Bring - Everything Else

• Umbrella
• Storage bins (for under your bed or in your closet)
• First aid kit
• Sewing kit
• Flashlight
• Bicycle

What Not to Bring - Miscellaneous

For the Safety of all residents, please do not bring the following items. Please remember that you may not plug multiple power strips together, alter smoke detectors, remove door closures, or put excessive furniture in rooms.

• Hot plates
• Toasters
• Candles
• Electric skillets
• Incense
• Deep fryers
• Crock pots
• Halogen lamps
• Multi-plug adapters
• George Foreman grills
• Charcoal grills
• Pets (fish allowed in ten gallon tanks or less)

Once again, these are just suggestions. You may or may not need all of the items on this list. If you have additional questions, please contact us at 256-782-5122. Special thanks to the University of Kentucky for these suggestions!

It's Great to Live in Gamecock Housing!

-JSU Housing Staff

Helpful Shopping Tips for Move In

The Department of University Housing and Residence Life knows that move in can be a stressful time! Here are some tips we've found that can help make this an easy day for you!

Shopping Tips:

• Contact your roommate in advance to avoid duplicate items. Your roommate's email address can be found online with your housing assignment information.

• Make a budget and stick to it. Shopping for your new home can get expensive.

• Leave valuable items at home. If it is irreplaceable to you, do not risk bringing it into a communal living environment.

• Write down the make, model, and serial number of valuable items such as bicycles, computers, stereos, televisions, and other electronics. Leave a copy of this information at home in a safe place. In the event that something is stolen, having this information increases the chance of recovering the item. You may also want to photocopy the contents of your wallet, including your credit/debit cards, driver's license, and insurance card and leave it at home. If your wallet is stolen or lost, you can refer to the photocopy to replace those items.

• The University Police Department also has a form you can fill out while on campus to document serial numbers and other information regarding your valuables. The form can be found here.

• Take inventory of what you already own and what you can borrow from older siblings or friends.

• If you are traveling a great distance, consider purchasing some items once you arrive in Jacksonville. Don't worry about remembering everything, we have stores in Jacksonville, Anniston, Oxford, and Gadsden that will provide you with everything you need.

• You can always pick up items on your next trip home or have your family send stuff to you.

• It is easier to store duffel bags than luggage. Bulky pieces of luggage will take up space in your room.
  
  
• Visit the JSU Housing website for the 3-D images of the residence halls.

• We will provide an additional packing list. You may not need everything on the list, but we encourage you to think about what you will need to make your new room your new home.

Special thanks to the University of Kentucky for these tips!

For additional questions, please contact our office at 256-782-5122.

It's Great to Live in Gamecock Housing!

-JSU Housing Staff

Housing Assignment Information

The Department of University Housing and Residence Life sent out assignment information on Monday, May 23. All information was sent to the JSU e-mail account and residents can view their assignment information online, at any time, by logging in to the Housing website, https://housing.jsu.edu/WebPatron/Default.asp.

As a reminder, all fees must be paid by August 8, which includes financial aid or payment plans set up by this date.

If you have additional questions, please contact University Housing at 256-782-5122.

It's Great to Live in Gamecock Housing!

-JSU Housing Staff

And the Winners Are...

The Department of University Housing and Residence Life held the Annual End of the Year Banquet on Sunday, April 17. The complete list of winners and honorees are listed below. Thanks to all staff members for a GREAT year and we look forward to next year!

Graduating Staff:

Melissa Scott, Stadium Tower

Mark Jones, Daugette Hall

Tyrone Smiley, Central Office

Gwinyai Murahwa, Crow Hall

Bernard Feelings, Stadium Tower

Paul Weathers, Stadium Tower

Shalon Montgomery, Stadium Tower

Candice Young, Apartment Area

Bart Tapp, Apartment Area

Candace Abrom, Logan Hall

Evalyn Hardy, Apartment Area

Tiffany Parker, Fitzpatrick Hall

Justin Clark, Dixon Hall

Allison McInnis, Sparkman and Daugette Halls

End of the Year Awards:

Scholar Award: Ky Ngyuen, Dixon Hall

Bulletin Board of the Year: Amy Colley, Fitzpatrick Hall

Program of the Year: BeautIFul - Amy Colley, Misha Whatley, Hallie Evatt, Bianca Jemison, Fitzpatrick Hall

Male RA of the Year: Bernard Feelings, Stadium Tower

Female RA of the Year: Dorothy Forsyth, Logan Hall

Rookie of the Year: Seath Hardin, Patterson Hall

Desk Assistant of the Year: Sasha Willingham, Logan and Patterson Halls

Night Desk Assistant of the Year: Stephanie Segneri, Stadium Tower

Lead Night Desk Assistant of the Year: Tiffany Richardson, Apartment Area

S.W.A.T. Worker of the Year: Dominique McCluney, Apartment Area

Community Service Award: Spread the Love – Logan Hall

Campus Service Award: ARLCs

ARLC of the Year: Mark Jones, Sparkman and Daugette Halls

RLC of the Year: Allison McInnis, Sparkman and Daugette Halls

People’s Choice: Ninma Sheshi, Sparkman Hall

For pictures from the Banquet, please visit our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/JSUHousing.

It's Great to Live in Gamecock Housing!

-JSU Housing Staff

New 2011-2012 Rates!

On Monday, April 18, the Jacksonville State University Board of Trustees approved the new rates for the 2011-2012 academic year.

Residence Halls:

• Crow Hall: $1,690 per semester
• Curtiss Hall: $1,690 per semester
• Daugette Hall: $1,690 per semester
• Dixon Hall: $1,690 per semester
• Fitzpatrick Hall: $1,690 per semester
• Logan Hall: $1,760 per semester
• Patterson Hall: $1,760 per semester
• Sparkman Hall: $2,180 per semester

Apartments:

• Campus Inn Efficiency: $1,790 per semester
• College Apartments: $2,200 per semester
• Colonial Arms: $2,200 per semester
• Jax - One Bedroom: $2,200 per semester
• Jax - Two Bedroom: $2,400 per semester
• Pannell Efficiency: $2,090 per semester
• Penn House: $2,200 per semester
• Stadium Tower Efficiency: $2,600 per semester
• Stadium Tower Four Bedroom Pod: $2,200 per semester*
• Stadium Tower Four Bedroom Concourse: $2,200 per semester*

* Decrease in rate from 2010-2011 academic year.

Living Learning Communities/Greek Housing

• International House: $1,320 per semester
• Leadership House for Women: $2,180 per semester
• Leadership House for Men: $2,200 per semester
• Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity House: $2,000 per semester
• Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity House: $2,000 per semester

For additional questions regarding rates, please contact the Department of University Housing

and Residence Life at 256-782-5122.

It's Great to Live in Gamecock Housing!

-JSU Housing Staff

It's RAW!!

It's that time of year...Resident Appreciation Week! Be sure to look for the posters around your area!

Listing of Events:

Monday, April 11: Sundae Monday! 2:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. - Free Ice Cream Sundaes in your hall's lounge! Free Laundry!

Tuesday, April 12: Tasty Tuesday! 2:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. - Free Wings in your hall's lounge. Free Laundry! Pick up your kite in the Housing Office (103 Bibb Graves)

Wednesday, April 13: Kite Contest on the Quad! 2:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. - Come fly your kite and win a prize for your artwork! Free Laundry!

Thursday, April 14: Pie in the Face! 2:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. - Relay for Life on the Quad! Cost $2.00 per pie! Free Laundry!

Friday, April 15: Sport your Shirt! Pick up your FREE "Housing Loves me!" t-shirt at the fron desk! Free Laundry!

Move Fast to Get It While It Lasts!

It's Great to Live in Gamecock Housing!

-JSU Housing Staff

New Students: Wondering About Your Housing Assignment?

We are currently assigning NEW students for fall 2011 - spring 2012. Because May 1 is our priority deadline for applications and roommate requests, we strive to allow as many students as possible to apply before our priority deadline.

We will begin sending out assignment emails on or around May 15. All information will be sent to your JSU email account. The email will contain your room assignment and roommate's name and email address (if applicable or assigned at the time of the email). We will continue to send out assignment emails every two weeks after that point. You will probably receive the email more than once, but we want to keep you as informed as possible.

The assignment email will contain information about move in dates, payment deadlines, room change information and many other items. Please read the email so that you are prepared when you arrive on campus.

Haven't applied yet? No problem! You will need the residence hall application, which can be found here. You will submit your application with the $150 nonrefundable application fee to:

Department of University Housing and Residence Life

103 Bibb Graves

700 Pelham Road North

Jacksonville, AL 36265

As always, if you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us at 256-782-5122.

It's Great to Live in Gamecock Housing!

-JSU Housing Staff

Spring Preview Day!

Spring Preview Day Information!

Saturday April 2, 2011

9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. CST

Come join the excitement as we welcome the spring of 2011 with our JSU Spring Preview Day! During the browse session, university representatives from all departments and areas will be on hand to assist with any questions you have about JSU. In addition, we will offer housing and financial aid sessions (parents and students will receive information on the application process, eligibility, fees and residence hall descriptions, financial aid information on the FAFSA, and work study opportunities during these sessions), campus tours, and door prizes. The JSU family looks forward to meeting your family!

Reservation not required.

TMB Auditorium Information Sessions

Student Financial Services:

9:45-10:05 a.m. /10:55-11:15 a.m.

University Housing & Residence Life:

10:20-10:40 a.m. / 11:30-11:50 a.m.

Residence Halls Open House

10:00 A.M. - 1:00 P.M.

For more information, please contact University Housing and Residence Life at 256-782-5122.

It's Great to Live in Gamecock Housing!

-JSU Housing Staff

Countdown to ALIVE! Mental Health Fair!

ALIVE! Mental Health Fair and Suicide Prevention Tour is coming to Jacksonville State University!

April 13, 2011, 1:00 P.M. 0 5:00 P.M.

TMB Lawn and TMB Auditorium

Complete Listing of Events:

1:00 P.M. - 5:00 P.M.: Doors Open and Post Secret, Graffiti Art Therapy, Brain Exhibit and Resource fair start.

1:00 P.M.: Bullied is a documentary film that chronicles one student's ordeal at the hands of anti-gay bullies and offers an inspiring message of hope to those fighting harassment today. Learn the terrible toll bullying can take on its victims.

2:00 P.M.: A Reason to Live Documentary (MediaProjects.org). Watch recreated suicide calls from college students to counselors and learn the process of risk assessment and de-escalation, and how to provide emotional support, followed by a Q&A.

3:00 P.M.: QPR Training - "Learn how to Question, Persuade, and Refer someone suicidal." Ask a Question, Save a Life. Learn the course, take the test and become a certified gatekeeper and help save lives.

4:00 P.M.: Keynote Address by 1-800-SUICIDE Founder, Reese Butler, sharing the inspiring stories and miracles behind the making of the Hopeline Network, 1-800-SUICIDE.

Sponsored by: Department of University Housing and Residence Life, Counseling Services, and Active Minds.

For more information, contact Linda Shelton, Counseling Services, 140 Daugette Hall, 256-782-5954, lshelton@jsu.edu.

You can also visit the ALIVE! website at http://www.hopeline.com/alivemhf.html.

It's Great to Live in Gamecock Housing!

-JSU Housing Staff

JSU Block Party!

Come out and support the SGA on Friday, April 8, 2011 by seeing what organization is right for you! Representatives from campus organizations will be available to give out information and answer questions that you may have.

This event, lasting from 1:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M., will be held on the TMB Lawn, with live music and free food! There's also a HUGE water balloon fight planned!

For more information, contact Jonathan Beason, Vice President of Student Activities, at sgavpsa@jsu.edu or call the Office of Student Life, 256-782-5491.

It's Great to Live in Gamecock Housing!

-JSU Housing Staff

Annual Holocaust Remembrance

For the dead and the living we must bear witness.

Days of Remembrance 2001

Holocaust Remembrance

Thursday, April 7, 2011 at 7:30 P.M.

Stone Center Theatre, Jacksonville State University

Keynote Address from Mr. Herbert Kohn, a Holocaust survivor.

For more information, please visit the Holocaust Remembrance website.

It's Great to Live in Gamecock Housing!

-JSU Housing Staff

CAR WASH!!!

The staff and residents of Logan and Patterson Halls are holding a car wash

FOR THE LOVE OF ANIMALS

On Saturday, April 2, 2011

8:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M.

Advance Auto Parts

Jacksonville, AL

* Get your car washed, wash a few cars, or simply make a donation!

* Acceptable donations also include bags of cat or dog food!

* All proceeds will go to the Anniston Animal Shelter!

For more information, contact Niccole Larnell at 256-782-6599.

It's Great to Live in Gamecock Housing!

-JSU Housing Staff

Boys to Men Empowerment Seminar

Are you a member of the Boys to Men program?

The Boys to Men Empowerment Seminar will be held Tuesday, March 29, 2011, from 10:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M., in Houston Cole Library, 1103A/B.

Local companies will be in attendance to provide career information and summer job/internship opportunities.

Lunch will be provided from 12:00 P.M. - 1:00P.M.

The seminar is hosted by JSU Wellness-Anniston, The Department of University Housing and Residence Life, and Career Services.

For more information, contact:

JSU Wellness-Anniston: 256-241-3399

University Housing and Residence Life: 256-782-5122

Career Services: 256-782-5482

For those of you who didn't see, check out Boys to Men in the JSU News!

It's Great to Live in Gamecock Housing!

-JSU Housing Staff

Become the Missing Piece to Our Puzzle!

Assistant Residence Life Coordinator (Graduate Assistant) Positions are Now Available!

Apply today by submitting your resume with cover letter to the Department of University Housing and Residence Life.

Deadline for applications is April 8, 2011.

Mail or E-mail to:

Department of University Housing and Residence Life

Attention: Niccole Larnell

103 Bibb Graves Hall

700 Pelham Road North

Jacksonville, AL 36265

Phone: 256-782-6599

Fax: 256-782-5123

E-mail: nlarnell@jsu.edu

Benefits include: Paid Tuition, Monthly Stipend, Free Housing/Utilities.

ARLCs are required to live on campus.

It's Great to Live in Gamecock Housing!

-JSU Housing Staff

Taking Summer Classes?

Do you need summer housing?

The Department of University Housing and Residence Life is now accepting applications for summer housing, located in Sparkman Hall.

Current Sparkman residents seeking summer housing may apply for their same room.

** Stadium Tower and Apartment Area residents are allow to stay due to eleven month leases that end on July 28. **

Meal plans are not required during summer terms.

Cost: $660 per four-week term

Apply in 103 Bibb Graves. Contact 782-5122 for more information.

It's Great to Live in Gamecock Housing!

-JSU Housing Staff

Free Workshop This Week!

The Department of University Housing and Residence Life will be hosting a FREE Conflict Resolution workshop on Friday, March 11 at 2:00 P.M. in Houston Cole Library 1103.

JSU Alumna, Teresa J. Ramey, Vice President of Student Affairs at Francis Marion University, will be the guest speaker. Attendees will learn about their conflict style and methods to resolving conflict peacefully.

For more info, see the Press Release on the JSU Newswire here.

Please contact 256-782-5128 for additional questions.

It's Great to Live in Gamecock Housing!

-JSU Housing Staff

Room Change Week!

Good Morning JSU Housing!

We're in the middle of Room Change Week. During this week, you will be able to search for any available assignment. If you are receiving a message that says "no search results found," then there are no open rooms at that time. We encourage you to continue checking to see what comes available. Room Change Week will end on Friday, March 11 at 11:59 P.M.

You can also still apply for housing if you have not done so yet. The link can be found here.

If you need further assistance, please contact our office at 256-782-5122.

It's Great to Live in Gamecock Housing!

-JSU Housing Staff

Reapplication Notes for Today!

Residents living in Crow, Curtiss, Dixon, Fitzpatrick, Logan and Patterson CANNOT SQUAT (select the SAME room for next year) because these halls are reserved for freshmen only.

These residents are able to select their rooms today. Selection began at 12:00 P.M. and students have until 12:00 A.M. to complete their room selection.

However, not everyone can select their room at the same time. Selection is determined by the date and time of when you submitted your Returning Student Application. When you log in to the online system, you should be able to see what time you are able to select your room.

Tomorrow, March 3, beginning at 12:00 P.M., students who have not selected a room assignment will be able to select their room. However, just like the group today, not everyone can select their room at the same time. Selection is determined by the date and time of when you submitted your Returning Student Application. When you log in to the online system, you should be able to see what time you are able to select your room.

If you have already selected your room and/or squatted for your room, you will have to wait until Monday, March 7 to change your room.

If you have any questions, please contact University Housing and Residence Life at 256-782-5122.

It's Great to Live in Gamecock Housing!

-JSU Housing Staff

Sparkman and Stadium Tower Residents

Sparkman and Stadium Tower Residents: Due to the technical difficulties experienced on Monday, February 28, many Sparkman and Stadium Tower residents were not able to SQUAT for their current assignment.

Students wishing to SQUAT for their SAME assignment for fall 2011– spring 2012 may do so on: WEDNESDAY, MARCH 2 FROM 8:00 A.M.-12:00 P.M.

If you do not SQUAT during this time, you may not be able to keep your SAME assignment.

If you do not SQUAT and would like to change rooms for next year, you may select your room on Monday, March 7.

For additional questions, please contact University Housing and Residence Life at 256-782-5122.

It's Great to Live in Gamecock Housing!

-JSU Housing Staff

Business Etiquette Dinner

Only 7 seats remaining for the etiquette dinner tomorrow night at the TMB at 6pm, $10....JSU Seniors, don't miss this chance! Graduation and job interviews are right around the corner!!!

Call the alumni house today for reservations, 256-782-5404!

It's Great to Live in Gamecock Housing!

-JSU Housing Staff

Looking to Get Involved?

Student Government Association is preparing for SGA ELECTIONS 2011-2012. The requirements for each position are listed below:


President - 2.75 GPA & 32 credit hours

Vice President of Student Senate (V.P.S.S.) , Vice President of Student Activities (V.P.S.A) , Vice President of Organizational Affairs (V.P.O.A) - 2.5 GPA & 32 credit hours


You may also apply for the appointed positions of Director of Publicity and Chief Justice


ANYONE CAN RUN!!! ANYONE CAN RUN!!! ANYONE CAN RUN!!! ANYONE CAN RUN!!!
(If the requirements of the desired position have been met.)


Applications are due in the Office of Student Life Thursday, March 3rd by 4:30pm

Contact the Office of Student Life for more information, 256-782-5491.

It's Great to Live in Gamecock Housing!
-JSU Housing Staff

Monday Morning News!

Good morning, JSU Housing!

Just a few reminders this morning! If you haven't reapplied yet, there's still time! The application is still available at https://housing.jsu.edu/WebPatron/Default.asp.

Today, room selection begins for SQUATTERS. If you want to keep your same room/apartment next year, select your room today. If you are looking for a room change, we encourage you to SQUAT and then complete a ROOM CHANGE during March 7-11.

Also, it's not too late to sign up for the Business Etiquette Dinner on Wednesday, $10 gets you a meal, dress for success tips, interview skills and tips on how to make that GREAT first impression for a job interview! You don't want to miss this. Contact the alumni house today! 256-782-5404.

As always, if you have any questions, please contact 256-782-5122.

It's Great to Live in Gamecock Housing!

-JSU Housing Staff

Need Money for College?

Jacksonville State University is hosting a FREE event on Sunday, February 27, called College Goal Sunday. At this event, Financial Aid officers will assist you in completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Visit www.jsu.edu/cgs or www.collegegoalalabama.org for more information. Sessions are available at 2:00 p.m. or 3:00 p.m.

FAFSA on the web: www.fafsa.ed.gov

You can also "Like" them on Facebook: Alabama College Goal Sunday!

It's Great to Live in Gamecock Housing!

-JSU Housing Staff

Have You Reapplied Yet?

Have you reapplied for housing yet? The first 100 students to reapply will receive a FREE t- shirt! Don't wait! Apply now!

https://housing.jsu.edu/WebPatron/Default.asp

It's Great to Live in Gamecock Housing!

-JSU Housing Staff

Trying to Re-up?

If you are trying to access the online application for reapplication, we apologize for the inconvenience. We are experiencing technical difficulties, but anticipate the problem should be resolved later today. Please continue to check our website, www.jsu.edu/housing, for updates as they become available.

In the mean time, check us out on Faecbook: www.facebook.com/JSUHousing. We'd love for you to "Like" us!

If you have any questions, please contact us at 256-782-5122.

It's Great to Live in Gamecock Housing!

-JSU Housing Staff

It's Time to Re-Up!!

Housing Reapplication for 2011 – 2012 is now ONLINE!

Students wishing to live on campus for fall 2011 – spring 2012 will need to follow the steps outlined below to complete reapplication.

1. During the week of February 21 – 25, you will need to log onto https://housing.jsu.edu/WebPatron/Default.asp.

2. You will use your MyJSU user name and password to log on.

3. Follow the steps and complete the Returning Student Application.

4. Submit your completed application.

During the week of February 28 – March 4, residents will have designated dates to reapply for housing. See the dates below for your day to reapply. Reapplication will be open each day from 12:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.

1. February 28: I want to keep my SAME assignment next year! (Includes: Campus Inn Efficiencies, College, Colonial Arms, Daugette, Jax, Leadership Houses, Pannell, Penn House, Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity House, Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity House, Sparkman, and Stadium Tower)

2. March 1: I live in a Campus Inn One Bedroom apartment! (Residents of Campus Inn One Bedroom apartments are not able to squat due to the closing of Campus Inn One Bedroom for renovations.)

3. March 2: I’m NOT able to keep my same assignment next year, what about me? (Residents of Crow, Curtiss, Dixon, Fitzpatrick, Logan, and Patterson are not able to squat. Residents may apply for any available assignment in Daugette, Sparkman, Stadium Tower or on-campus apartment.)

4. March 3: I forgot to select my room on my designated date! (Residents who did not select their room during the first three days may do so on March 3.)

5. March 4: I want to live in designated Greek Housing next year! (Members of Alpha Xi Delta, Alpha Omicron Pi, Delta Zeta, Phi Mu, and Zeta Tau Alpha may submit their applications for Stadium Tower on this day. Members of Pi Kappa Phi and Sigma Phi Epsilon that did not squat may apply on this day also.)

During the week of March 7 – 11, residents may change rooms, search for new roommates, or make any changes to their submitted application. Only residents who have submitted a completed application may change rooms or edit their application.

If you have any questions about the reapplication process or when you are able to reapply, please contact University Housing and Residence Life at 256-782-5122.

It's Great to Live in Gamecock Housing!

-JSU Housing Staff

Are you the missing piece?

Puzzles are made to connect to one another and become ONE. YOU could be the missing piece to the University Housing and Residence Life puzzle!

The Department of University Housing and Residence Life is accepting applications for Resident Assistants.

Apply online today at: http://www.jsu.edu/housing/employment.html

***Deadline to apply is February 21, 2011***

Group process is February 27, 2011, 2pm- 6pm in Martin Hall

***Must attend Group process to be eligible***

Contact Marcus Shepherd at mshepherd@jsu.edu or 256-782-8337, for more information!

It's Great to Live in Gamecock Housing!

-JSU Housing Staff

Speaker on Campus Tonight!

Looking for something to do tonight? Stop by the TMB Auditorium at 7:00pm to hear Corey Peter Jenkins's story! For more information, check out the JSU News story about him!

See you there!

It's Great to Live in Gamecock Housing!

-JSU Housing Staff