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SECTION 5: SERVICES
By being aware of the services provided as well as procedures for utilizing your services, living on campus can be convenient and fun. Please be aware of the following procedures and services and utilize them to your advantage.
Air Conditioning and Heating
General information about Air Conditioning in Florida
Maintaining a clean dust fee room helps in promoting a cleaner healthier living space.
Reduce the entrance of humidity into the room by keeping windows closed. This will minimize the likelihood that condensation will develop in the space.
Avoid setting air conditioning thermostats below 70 degrees as doing so may causes condensation to increase and “wetness” to develop which could lead to mildew growth.
Keep air vents clear. Blocking return vents starves the air conditioner system, making it run harder and less efficiently.
Bicycle Security
Bicycle racks are provided in each housing complex for bicycle security. Please see that your bike is securely fastened to the rack to avoid theft. To avoid electrical hazards and to maintain a clear path for the ground’s maintenance crew, bicycles should never be locked to light or electrical posts or stairway railings. The University Police provide engraving services to make identification easy should your bicycle be stolen. Bicycle registration is available to students at NO CHARGE from USF Parking Services and University Police.
St. Petersburg: There are bike corrals located behind Pelican Apartments (RHO) and at the USC. For access to the corrals, complete a registration card at the Housing and Residential Education Office in Osprey Suites 110. The City of St. Petersburg requires that all bicycles be registered.
Bulletin Boards
Your RA will keep you informed by posting information on hall bulletin boards. Centrally located boards are also kept up to date. To place information on a bulletin board, you must obtain permission from your Residence Life Coordinator.
Ethernet Connections
Ethernet connections for access to the Internet and university computing services are provided at no additional charge in all rooms. If you need assistance with your Ethernet connection, please contact the IT Help Desk at (813) 974-1222. Ethernet ports on the St. Petersburg campus will be activated upon request. Please visit the Housing office for assistance.
Emergency Procedures & Inclement Weather Information
For all emergency situations (bomb threats, Hurricanes, tornados, emergency evacuations, etc.), all residents should refer to MoBull messenger, resident assistants, community mangers, Residence Life Coordinator, Assistant Residence Life Coordinator, or the USF homepage for up-to-date information. In addition, residents can contact the USF Police department at (813) 974-2628 for Tampa and (727) 873-4444 for St. Petersburg.
Facilities Management
A Housekeeper or Maintenance Technician will respond to repair and address problems in your room, suite, or apartment only upon written request or for preventative maintenance. Report any necessary repairs on a Work Request, which can be found on the Housing webpage. Please contact the RA/CM On-Call for your community for emergency requests after hours.
Hall Security and Access Cards
The exterior doors of each building are secured 24 hours a day. Card access is applied to each resident’s student ID at check-in so they may access their hall. It is the responsible use of access cards that makes any security system effective.
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