Reporting of Heat Problems

Please be aware that students DO NOT have to wait until Facilities Services processes work orders that are related to heat complaints. If a heating issue continues, please call for quicker service (see below).

The heat is on and set to operate automatically. As outside temperatures drop, the boiler reacts in kind and heats the building. Facilities will have HVAC Mechanic check radiators to ensure they are working properly over the winter break.

Should your room be inordinately cold and you suspect your heating unit is not fully functional, please phone in your temperature concerns to Facilities Services (212) 854-2041 and after hours to the Security Dispatcher (212) 854-3362. An HVAC Mechanic will be dispatched to your room immediately, day or night. they will also check to ensure all windows are closed tightly to prevent cold air infiltration.

Tips: Do not block radiators with furniture. Keep windows securely closed. Never use a space heater. The buildings have heat sensors detecting temperatures; space heaters fool those sensors indicating the heat in the building is satisfactory. If you or someone you know has a space heater, the building may be much colder due to its use.

600 W 116th St / Local Law 11 Updates

Dear residents of 600 W 116th Street:

Residential Life and Facilities Services has recently met with the architects and contractors who are guiding the Local Law 11 work on 600 W. 116th St, and we are pleased to let you know that the scheduled completion date for the work being done on the facade of the building is December 22. The sidewalk bridge is scheduled to be removed on December 29. These dates are a bit delayed because of recent rain and cold weather, but the project should be concluded and everything back to normal by the time you return from winter break.

We recognize that this facade work has been an inconvenience to you, and we are very appreciate your patience. Have a happy and healthy holiday and winter break.

Best Wishes,
Facilities Services & Residential Life

Check out information for students withdrawing from Housing at the end of the Fall Semester

As we approach the end of the semester, here are a few reminders for students withdrawing from Housing at the end of the Fall semester.

• The deadline for moving out of your current room is 8pm on Friday, December 19 (reminder: students withdrawing from housing are not eligible to participate in Winter Break housing).
  
  
• To check out of your room, you will need to complete & turn in a Checkout envelope (available at your Residence Hall's front desk), including your key(s). Failure to do so will result in an improper checkout fee of $100 and key replacement charges (approx $30).
  
  
• Please clean your room and return it to its original condition. If you are concerned you may be charged for damages based on your Room Condition Report, please arrange a room inspection with your RA.
  
  
• You must remove all of your belongings when you check out. You may not leave belongings behind in your old room (or common space of a suite); otherwise, they will be removed at your cost. Please note that Residential Life & Housing does not have any storage space available on campus. Many students have used the nearby Manhattan Mini Storage on 107th St.
  
  
• Another student may be assigned to your current room through the Spring Room Change process. If so, you will be provided with her name & email address to coordinate her moving her belongings in the room before leaving for Winter Break.
  
  
• You may not hand off your room/suite/etc. key to anyone who may be assigned to your room for the spring, to a current roommate/suitemate, etc. (THIS WILL RESULT IN A FINE). The key(s) must be returned in your Checkout envelope.

If you wish to return to campus housing in the future, please check out http://barnard.edu/reslife/policies/applications.html for housing application procedures.


We wish you luck with your final exams and hope you have a peaceful Holiday season.
-- Barnard Residential Life & Housing

Cleaning of Sulzberger, Elliott, and Plimpton heaters over Winter Break

Facilities Services will be checking and cleaning the heating/cooling units in Sulzberger, Sulz Tower, Elliott, and Plimpton over the winter break (December 20th, 2008 to January 20th, 2009).

Whether you intend to be here or not, you MUST remove all belongings and/or furniture that may restrict or block access to your heating/cooling unit prior to 5pm on December 20th. We ask that you make every effort to keep this area clear for the duration of the break or until a Facilities staff member services your unit.

To expedite this process, our Facilities staff will be working on this project during both day and night. Therefore, rooms that are NOT on Residential Life & Housing’s approved list for Winter Break may be entered in the middle of the night. If you have any questions, please feel free to email housing@barnard.edu.

Reminder:  Students must request and receive permission to stay in the residence halls over Winter Break.  More information is available at http://barnard.edu/reslife/winterbreak/.

We thank you in advance for your cooperation and consideration and wish you a happy holiday season!

RA Applications for 2009/10

Are you looking for a leadership position that is fun, rewarding, and offers great compensation? Are you looking to make a difference in the lives of others? Then consider applying to be an RA!

We're writing to let you know that the RA Selection Process will take place after you return from Winter Break in January! To learn more about the RA position, please visit either our Facebook Group at http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=46415645803 or our department website at http://barnard.edu/reslife/employment/ra/.

To apply for the RA position, you must attend one of the Information Sessions which will be held in January (see the Facebook group for dates/times). If you have any questions, please email the RA Selection Committee at RASelection@barnard.edu .

We look forward to seeing you at an Info Session in January and to receiving your application!

Best, THE RA SELECTION COMMITTEE
- Julia Tolentino, Resident Assistant
- Julienne Doyle, Graduate Hall Director
- Jessica Tomalo, Graduate Hall Director
- Steve Tolman, Associate Director