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TELEPHONE SERVICE
Domestic telephone companies provide local telephone services and long-
distance companies provide national
and international services. Students must arrange their own local and long-distance service, unless they are living in the Campus Corner Apartments, which provides a
local phone plan. For local telephone service contact Lumen at (800) 860-1020. Students who share long distance service with roommates should ensure everyone understands how the bill is to be paid. Calling cards come in two types: the first acts like a credit card, and bills are sent each month for all calls made with this card. The other is a pre-paid calling card and may be purchased at the Paper Tree on campus, at stores such as Target, Kmart and Walmart. These cards come in various amounts ($5, $10, $25, and so on). In either case, make sure the rates or cost per minute of the card is understood.
TRANSPORTATION
King County Metro provides bus service. There is a 24-hour information line for bus fares scheduled times and routes. The Metro information number is + 1 (206) 553-3000 and the King County
Trip Planner website is at tripplanner. kingcounty.gov. Students must have a valid driver’s license to drive in the United States. Each state issues its own driver’s license. An international driver’s license is valid for a limited time. For a list of driver’s license examining schools, see: www.dol. wa.gov and click on "get a driver license" Automobile insurance is required in Washington. Students must carry proof
of insurance when they drive. Those who are stopped by the police might receive a ticket and a fine of up to $500 if they cannot prove they have auto insurance.
Advice for driving in the U.S.:
» Lock your car and keep valuables out of sight
» Observe posted speed limits
» Report all accidents to the police; failure todosoisacrime
Always wear a seat belt. It’s a Washington state law and can protect you from serious injury in the unfortunate event of an accident!
Airport shuttles are listed in the yellow pages of the phone book under “airport transportation.” Be sure to make a reservation in advance. Door- to-door shuttle services include:
Emerald City Airport Shuttle (206) 622-5500 Shuttle Express (425) 981-7000
TRAVEL
International students may travel anywhere in the United States. Students who are planning to travel outside the U.S. should ensure an advisor has signed the second page of their I-20. International Programs strongly advise international students to carry their I-20 and passport when traveling outside of Washington state.
DISCLAIMERS
NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT:
Green River College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, real or perceived national origin, age, perceived or actual physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or use of a trained guide dog or service animal. Green River
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