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Residential Education and Housing Operations  

FAQ

How do I request maintenance for my room?

Use the maintenance request form.

What is the resident student mailing address?

The new Student Mail Center opened in fall 2010The Student Mail Center is located in Highsmith University Union between the bookstore and the food court. All student mail and packages will be received and picked up at this location.  Hours of operations are Monday through Friday 9am to 5pm but access to your mailbox is whenever Highsmith Union is open.
Individual mailing addresses follow this pattern:
Student Name
UNCA Box # xxxx
2500 University Heights
Asheville, NC 28804

Student Mail Center Mass Mailing Policy

On campus groups including University departments and recognized student groups:
On campus groups including University departments and recognized student groups wishing to have promotional materials, flyers, schedules, etc put in resident student mailboxes in the Student Mail Center need to submit an example of their material to the Director of Housing Operations, Director of Residential Education, or their designees for approval. If approved, materials need to be delivered or dropped off to the Student Mail Center one week before they need to go in the mailboxes.
Off campus groups, companies, vendors, and the like:
Off campus groups, companies, vendors, and the like are not permitted to use the Student Mail Center or resident student mailboxes for free advertising, marketing, promotion, and so on. Off campus groups who wish to mail information to resident students should follow United States Postal Service regulations on sending out mass mailings. Directory information of UNC Asheville students is public information available on the UNC Asheville website.  Mail that comes in addressed to specific students or mailboxes is put out the same day received whenever possible. Please note, United States Postal Service mass mailings with a generic addressee are not posted to resident student mailboxes.

Exceptions to the policies above are rare and must be requested in writing to the Director of Housing Operations or designee.

What will be in my room?

Typical Resident Student RoomAll UNC Asheville's Residence Hall rooms come equipped with:

  • Single bed
  • Study desk with chair
  • Dresser
  • Window blinds
  • Shower curtain
  • Closet space
  • MicroFridge® - a combination microwave, refrigerator and freezer
  • Cable television
  • Direct internet service (computer labs and wireless hot spots are also available)
  

Things you need to bring with you.

  • Ethernet Cord (if you bring a computer)
  • Coax Cable (if you bring a TV)
  • Desk Lamp & Extra Light Bulbs
  • Alarm Clock
  • Pillow and blankets
  • Bedspread or comforter
  • Sheets and mattress pad.
    Even though only Founder Hall has twin extra long beds we suggest that you bring twin extra long regardless of your housing assignment
  • Towels and washcloths
  • Toiletries (including toilet paper)
  • Laundry basket and laundry supplies
  • Cleaning supplies (non-abrasive)
  • Broom, dust pan, mop, small vacuum and sponges
  • Clothes hangers
  • Umbrella
  • Flashlight and batteries
    Please visit the UNC Asheville Emergency Prepardeness Page
  • Surge protector for all electronic equipment
  • School supplies
  • Poster putty or tape
  • First Aid supplies
  • All UNC Asheville correspondence: schedule, registration information, receipts, room assignment, and forms

What not to bring for my room?

  • Candles, incense, hookah or any flame-associated products
  • Waterbeds
  • Pets (fish in 10-gallon or smaller tanks are allowed)
  • String lights
  • Tube lights
  • Combustible or explosive materials, including weapons, ammunition, fireworks, smoke bombs gasoline, oil
  • Knives
  • Toasters and toaster ovens
  • Open-coil burners
  • Hot plates
  • Deep-fat fryers
  • Hot-oil popcorn poppers
  • Electric skillets, woks, griddles or grills

Any student using fireworks or smoke bombs or found to be in possession of a weapon may be removed from the residence halls immediately and will be subject to the UNC Asheville Citizenship Education System.

UNC Asheville's per semester room and board fees for the 2012-2013

Double Room: $2,174
Single Room: $2,963
Meal Plan: $1,618

How do I do my laundry?

Laundry facilities are located at on the first floors of all the residence halls.  Want to know the status of washers and dryers in your laundry facility on campus? Check it out online through LaundryView

Who is my Residential Assistant?

A complete listing of all resident hall RA's can be found here.

Information for Parents

The mission of the Division of Student Affairs is to develop and implement programs and services that foster an inclusive, nurturing, and challenging community in which all students have the opportunity to engage in integrated and transformative learning which prepares them to be productive citizens of a global society and develop a lifelong commitment to learning and personal wellness.  Knowing that parents and family members play a vital role in their student’s success, we value you as true partners in this endeavor. Please visit the UNC Asheville Family Page and don't forget about Family Weekend. If you can concerns about your student, please do not hesitate to contact our office,

How do I visit campus?

Being here is the best way to get a feel for UNC Asheville. So we encourage you to visit our campus as many times as you can. Come for an informal group tour, a campus-wide event or a personal chat with an Admissions staff member or faculty. The more you see us in action, the easier your decision will be. Let us know if we can be of any assistance in planning your campus visit. Get more details or register for campus tours at UNC Asheville.  Plan a visit

Last edited by sskurzyn@unca.edu on April 11, 2012