Health Services / University Police / Dining Services 
Housing / Employment / Social Activities / Support Structures

The University's switchboard number is (410)543-6000; if you need to reach someone and do not have their extension, you can dial that number for information.

Health Services

Health Services: The Student Health Services on campus provides limited services to students free of charge; before you receive treatment in the Center, you will have to fill out a health questionnaire and an immunization form - so please bring your health record with you. Student Health Services is located in Holloway Hall, (410)543-6262.

Medical care in the United States is not subsidized by the government, and is, therefore, very expensive. Individuals must pay for their own medical expenses. Because of the high cost, it is mandatory that all students and visitors have both accident and hospitalization insurance. There is a variety of insurance plans available in the International Student Services office. If you do not have insurance from home country, you must make arrangements for insurance in the United States.

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University Police

University Police: This service, available 24 hours a day, is meant to assure safety and security for all students, faculty and staff at SU. Their operation includes escort service, response to emergencies, vehicle registration and parking enforcement, physical security of buildings and investigation of crimes/incidents. They are located in Administrative Services Building, (410)543-6222. 

Dining Services

Dining Services: There are three eating establishments on campus: the Gull's Nest (snack bar) and the Commons (dining hall) and Cool Beans (Internet coffee shop). All students have the option of purchasing a meal plan, or paying cash. All students living on-campus must purchase a meal plan. You are encouraged to take advantage of these options. The phone number to Dining Services is (410)543-6105.

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Housing

Residence Halls: Residence facilities offer students a variety of living environments and lifestyle options. Pocomoke and Wicomico Halls house freshman men; Manokin and Nanticoke Halls house freshman women. Coeducational facilities include Chesapeake, Chester, Choptank, St. Martin and Severn Halls. Dogwood Village, a modular housing complex, consists of 14 separate buildings, each housing 10 students in single rooms. The Halls are equipped with lounges offering television, conversational groupings and study areas. Laundry and vending facilities are also provided. Living on campus offers convenience and good opportunities to make friends, but you loose privacy and must be flexible as you encounter other lifestyles. Students are expected to sign and follow a Residence Halls Contract. Those who have made residence hall reservations must claim their rooms no later than 5 p.m. on the day preceding the first day of classes. Other arrangements, if necessary, may be made in Housing and Residence Life office, located in Chesapeake Hall 1A, (410)543-6040.

A variety of meal plans is available for students living on and off campus. The bill for room and board is due prior to the beginning of the semester, on or before the date shown on the statement of fees.

World Living/Learning Community: Beginning with fall semester 2002, the University will offer a new on-campus living option, World Living/Learning Community.  This program will be located on the 5th floor of Severn Hall, a high-rise residence hall.  All students will have to participate in a meal plan, although limited kitchen facility will be provided.  The community will be based on the following premises:

MISSION:   The Department of Housing and Residence Life, in cooperation with International Student Services and the office of International Education, supports the overall University mission by providing World Living.  This program is a community of international and American students, coming together to celebrate diversity at Salisbury University. There are 40 spaces available, designated for both international and American students.  This housing option is designed to foster a supportive community, which will offer social, academic and living arrangements with enhanced opportunity for the rich mutual exchange of ideas, customs and cultures.  All participants will have a unique opportunity to grow through experiencing a stimulating global society.

GOALS:     

1. To offer a living community conducive to international student adjustment to American culture;
2. To offer a flexible contract for international students not able to travel home during extended breaks (winter/summer terms)
3. To offer an opportunity for American students to experience a variety of cultures through a cooperative learning community;
4. To attract faculty and staff to participate actively as mentors and advisors to those involved in the program;
5. To develop an academic component through a cooperative effort between Student and Academic Affairs divisions;
6. To raise University awareness with respect to international programs through student, faculty and administrative involvement;
7. To involve community members in the formulation, design, and implementation of internationally focused programs on the floor. These programs will be publicized campus-wide and open to all members of the University family; and
8. To provide access to a cooking facility, which will remain available when University Dining Services are closed.

The World Living/Learning Community will attempt to diversify the community’s population through a comprehensive application process, which will include a written statement regarding the student’s motivation for application, and a committee review.   Time line for application submission is February 1 – February 16, 2002; decisions will be made by February 28, 2002 and letters of acceptance will be mailed on March 1, 2002.  For cost information and application, please see the Salisbury University Cashiers Office site at: http://www.salisbury.edu/admin/cashiers.  Rates are subject to change according to University System of Maryland policy.

For application and additional information, please contact:
Mr. Dave Gutoskey
Department of Housing and Residence Life
Salisbury University
1101 Camden Avenue
Salisbury, MD 21801
Phone: (410) 543-6040
Fax:     (410) 544-6487
E-mail:   djgutoskey@salisbury.edu

Off Campus Housing:   Students who do not live on campus may rent a room or apartment in a house, or an apartment in a complex. If you choose to live off campus, you should familiarize yourself with the terms of the "lease." A lease is a legally binding contract between the tenant (yourself) and the landlord, which specifies privileges and responsibilities of both parties. You should also find out if services such as phone, electric and gas/oil are ready. This information, together with off-campus listings, is available at the Guerrieri University Center, Information Desk. Payments for off-campus housing are generally made once a month, on a date agreed to by the landlord and the tenant (a deposit equal to one month's rent and one month's advance payment are usually required by landlords before moving in).   In this type of housing, separate bills are issued for telephone services, electric and gas/oil.  These services will also require deposits which will be refunded at a later date.  In most instances, apartments and houses for rent are NOT FURNISHED but do have appliances such as oven and refrigerator.  

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Employment

Employment: As an international student, you have limited employment options. You may work on campus for up to 20 hours a week while school is in session and up to 40 hours per week during holidays and all breaks and vacations. The Work Experience office offers information about on-campus employment. You will have to present a valid passport with a valid visa, in order to sign a contract and a tax form. You must also have a US Social Security Card before you get paid. The Work Experience Office is located in Guerrieri University Center, (410) 543-6316. See Immigration for work limitations.

Social Activities

Social Activities: Participation in co-curricular activities is a vital part of students' education and college experience. Many departments on campus are committed to providing students with opportunities for a variety of cultural activities, including clubs and organizations, trips, concerts, lectures, religious activities and many other. Most activities, including athletic events, are free of charge. SU belongs to Division III, which provides no athletic scholarships.

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Support Structures

Support Structures: Salisbury University provides many opportunities for all students. The International Student Services office will be one of the most immediate and most important source of information and service to you. You should visit the office as soon s you arrive at SU and whenever you have questions about living and learning in the United States. The following are some of the programs offered by ISS: orientation to the US, SU and educational system; immigration information; social activities; trips.

Make sure you provide your International Student Advisor with copies of your passport, visa and I-94.

OUR DOOR IS ALWAYS OPEN!!!
(Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
Guerrieri University Center 229A
(410)543-6313

For detailed information on student services at SU, please consult the University Catalogue and/or Student Handbook.  

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