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Tips to beat the heat and humidity

College housing units do not typically have air conditioning.  But there are other ways to stay cool. Here are some easy, no-cost ways to stay more comfortable: Use Window Fans Wisely After sunset when it cools down: Open a downstairs window and place a box fan… Continue reading »

Don’t flush these!

There have been several avoidable and expensive incidents of blocked sewer lines caused by the use of so-called “flushable” wipes. This is a reminder that the following items are strictly prohibited from being flushed down the toilets or washed down the sinks. Cooking Grease/Food Baby wipes/cleansing wipes (even though… Continue reading »

2025/2026 rent updates

Effective July 1, 2025, all continuing rents will increase by 5%. This reflects the persistent inflationary pressure that has resulted in increased costs of repairs, insurance, and contracted services that are necessary to run the housing program. For those residents who intend to remain in their existing… Continue reading »

Cold weather tips for your housing unit

Frozen pipes are the leading cause of catastrophic water damage to tenants’ personal property and college housing. Please take a moment to learn how to avoid this happening to you. Here’s how to maintain your unit during the cold weather months: Do not set the thermostat any lower… Continue reading »

Request a “red light” cold-temp alarm if you are away

Frozen pipes are the leading cause of catastrophic water damage to tenant’s personal belongings and college housing unit. If your plans involve leaving your residence for an extended weekend or longer, we ask that you submit a request to install a “red light” cold-temperature alarm through the Facilities online… Continue reading »