When is my check-in date and time?
What do I need to do if I can not check-in during my scheduled day and time?
A little bit about Rutgers-Newark
Some Abbreviations and Other Rutgers-Newark Lingo
Which items should I bring?
Now that I know what I am bringing, what should I leave home?
What standards are expected of me from the community?
Is the campus safe at night?
What is my address for my hall and how can I receive
a care package from home?
How Can I Get Involved on Campus?
Can I have A Friend Visit Or Stay Overnight?
So I brought a phone. How do I set it up?
Who works in Housing and Residence Life?
How do I get connected to the Internet?
Is there anything else I need to know?
What is the cable channel lineup?
When is my check-in date and time?
For a complete list of our check-in dates and times, please review our Fall 2009 Check-In Dates page.
What do I need to do if I can not check-in during my scheduled day and time?
To ensure a smooth arrival process, it is important that all residents arrive during the times that they are assigned. Due to summer housing occupancy, early arrivals are generally not permissible . Any special check-in requests must be approved in advance by the Area Director of the building your were assigned. Requests must be submitted via email to the following addresses:
A Little Bit About Rutgers-Newark
Rutgers, first chartered in 1766 as Queen's College, is the eighth oldest institution of higher education in the United States. The university changed its name in 1825 to Rutgers, in honor of Colonel Henry Rutgers, a Revolutionary War veteran and former trustee of the college. From a colonial college with few students and a classic liberal arts curriculum, Rutgers has evolved into a land-grant institution and major public university.
Through legislative acts in 1945 and 1956, all of the university's divisions were designated “The State University of New Jersey.” Since that time, Rutgers has continued to expand its undergraduate, graduate, and professional offerings to better serve the changing needs of the state and its citizens.
Newark’s reputation as a center for the arts and business is rivaled only by its growing reputation as a college town. Over 30,000 undergraduate and graduate students attend classes in the downtown area and in the University Heights, and many make their homes in the college residence halls.
Rutgers-Newark is one of five centers of higher education located in New Jersey’s largest city. At R-N, over 10,000 students work on undergraduate degrees and graduate degrees in the arts and science, business, nursing, and law – and take advantage of everything the city has to offer in the way of the arts, entertainment, recreation, and great cuisine.
Some Abbreviations and Other Rutgers-Newark Lingo
There are many common terms used by members of the Rutgers-Newark campus community. You may not be familiar with the meaning of much of this vocabulary. Don't worry, because within the first couple of weeks you will pick up what most of these words stand for. This list of common Rutgers-Newark "lingo" should get you through.
| AD: Area Director |
Aramark: The University Dining Service |
AAD: Assistant Area Director |
| CAB: Community Advisory Board |
CDC: Career Development Center |
Deck 1&2: Parking Garages |
| EOF: Educational Opportunity Fund |
ESL: English as a Second Language |
FASFA: Free Application for Financial Aid |
| RBS: Rutgers Business School
LLC Living Learning Community |
LRC: Learning Resource Center |
NCAS: Newark College of Arts & Sciences |
| NJIT: New Jersey Institute of Technology |
Observer: University Newspaper |
OIT: Office of Information Technology |
| PRCC: Paul Robeson Campus Center |
RA: Resident Assistant |
RCR: Room Condition Report |
| RU-N: Rutgers University—Newark |
Stonsby: All-you-can-eat Cafeteria |
Talbott: Graduate / Upper-class Hall |
| Woodward: Undergraduate Residence Hall |
WHC: Woodward Hall Council |
WRNU: Student Radio Station |
| UC: University College |
U2: University Square Apartments |
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Which items should I bring?
| Answering Machine |
Book Bag |
Comforter |
| Cell Phone |
Computer |
Cookware and Dishes |
| Extra Long Twin-Sized Sheets |
Iron and Ironing Board |
Light (desk and floor) |
| High-Efficiency Liquid Detergent |
Microwave |
Milk Crates (storage) |
| Money for Books |
Music |
Notebooks |
| Open Mind |
Pens/Pencils |
Plants |
| Positive Attitude |
Posters for the Wall |
Power Strip / Surge protector |
| Renter’s Insurance |
Snacks for Late Nights |
Stereo/ Radio |
| Telephone |
Toiletries |
Towels and Wash Clothes |
| Trash Can |
TV |
Vacuum |
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Now that I know what I am bringing, what items should I leave home?
| Air Conditioners |
Bad Attitude |
Refrigerators |
| Drugs |
Cinder Blocks |
Candles |
| Extension Cords |
Halogen Lamps |
Nails for the Walls |
| Incense Burners/Incense Sticks |
Hot Plates |
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What standards are expected of me from the community?
Being a part of a community provides the opportunity to meet and interact with new and interesting people, to learn human relations skills, and to participate in many programs and activities that can heighten your awareness and understanding about yourself and others. There are certain policies and procedures that the university has that are designed to have a positive impact on your life. Students are responsible for all the policies and procedures contained in the University Student Conduct Code and the Terms of Occupancy for the Residence Halls. Important information about policies and behavioral expectations are included in these documents that will help to build a strong community at Rutgers-Newark. Students are encouraged to read each community standard document and all policies prior to the beginning of classes, as they will be held accountable for the expectations outlined in those documents. Rutgers-Newark is extremely proud of the residence life communities that have been established. Students are vital to the Rutgers-Newark community, and we look forward to your positive contributions in the upcoming academic year.
There is also the Community Advisory Board. The Community Advisory Board is a group of dedicated student leaders that meet regularly to plan events for all residents including community breakfasts, book club meetings, outings, and more! There is always room to get involved with all CAB and have a truly positive impact on your new community!
Is the campus safe at night?
Rutgers has an escort service provided by the Rutgers University Police Department (RUPD). Escort services are available to walk with you anywhere on campus, at anytime. Students just need to call extension 973-353-5581 to get an escort. Emergency phones, identified with a blue light, ring directly to public safety are located throughout campus.
University Police
The Rutgers Police Department Newark Campus Division’s primary responsibility is to protect and serve the Newark Campus community and is in operation 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. In the event of an emergency, students should call the University Police immediately at 973-353-5111
Residence Hall Security
Woodward Hall, Talbott Apartments and University Square each have a single entrance, which is locked at all times and is staffed by a uniformed security officer 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Only those who present a valid resident's identification card to the security officer may gain entrance to each building. All visitors to the building must be signed in by their host at the Security Officer’s Booth. If a student has any questions or concerns about safety issues, call the Office of Campus Safety at 973-353-1818.
Safety Tips
Students play an important role in securing a safe and secure environment. As a member of the University and/or residence hall community, students need to actively help to ensure that the surroundings are as safe as possible. Some things you may do to ensure your safety include: locking your room/suite at all times, don't walk alone at night, call 973-353-5581 for an escort, never prop open any doors, always carry your student ID, and report lost or stolen room keys immediately. In case of an emergency you may always call University Police at 973-353-5111.
What is my address for my hall and how can I receive a care package from home?
Packages can be shipped through the U.S. Postal Service or commercial delivery service. Packages and letters should be addressed using the following format:
Student’s Name
Hall Name & Room Number
(use street address corresponding with the hall)
Newark, NJ 07102
Talbott Hall
101 Bleeker Street
Newark, NJ 07102
Woodward Hall
91 Bleeker Street
Newark, NJ 07102
University Square
155 University Ave.
Newark, NJ 07102
How can I get Involved on Campus?
Rutgers-Newark has many on-campus activities and it is to your benefit to get involved! All new students are strongly encouraged to assume a leadership role by taking part in the planning and implementation of activities. There is a wide variety of organizations (over 150 at last count!) that meet the various needs within our student population: commuter, ethnic groups, Greek affiliations, service, academic, Student Government, and much more. NCAS Student Government is the undergraduate student government. This organization sponsors many campus events.
Can I have A Friend Visit Or Stay Overnight?
Guests are permitted anytime during the week provided that they are registered in the building and do not exceed three days a week. Residents must accompany their guests at all times. Refer to the Guide to Res. Life for more specific information.
So I brought a phone. How do I set it up?
All students must bring their own phone and answering machine.
Each room on campus is equipped with a telephone jack.
However, in Talbott Apartments, telephone services are not provided with student housing. Talbott Residents interested in obtaining telephone services may contact Verizon at
1-800-427-9977.
Apartment phone lines in University Square and Woodward are provided through Student Telephone Services (STS).
Who Works in Housing and Residence Life?
The Resident Assistant (RA) is probably one of the first people you will meet when you arrive on campus. The RA is a fellow student who has highly developed leadership skills and experience. She/He is available to address student concerns, report maintenance concerns, conduct academic and personal advising, and plan educational and social activities for residents of the building.
The Area Director (AD) is a full time professional staff member who holds regular office hours and is responsible for the overall supervision and administration of the building community.
There are a number of other full time professional staff members who work at the Office of Housing & Residence Life. These staff members include the Director of Residence Life, the Associate Director of Housing & Residence Life, and the Associate Dean of Housing & Residence Life.
How do I get connected to the Internet?
Here are a few things to keep in mind when coming to Rutgers-Newark with your computer. In some cases you may be on the other side of the room while living here, so one thing to keep in mind is to always bring a long Ethernet cord with you to wrap around the room (25 ft. should do it.) The 2nd thing to keep in mind is our RU-Compliant check, when you register your computer it will be scanned by our RU-compliant software. This will check to see if you have approved anti-virus software and the latest service packs and patches; Linux and Mac users need not worry about this. Rutgers-Newark also offers wireless hot spots at several locations, so bring a wireless card.
Is there anything else I need to know?
If you have any more questions feel free to call the Office for Housing and Residence Life at 973-353-1037. You may also e-mail us at reslife@newark.rutgers.edu. You are always welcome to visit the office itself at 91 Bleeker Street, Newark, New Jersey. We are located right next to Woodward Hall.
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