ResLife News and Announcements
ResLife News
Move Out 2024
Posted April 25, 2024
Review Move-Out Overview for detailed information.
- Move-out must be completed 24 hours after OSU's last finals (Saturday, May 11 at noon).
- Graduating seniors have until Sunday, May 12 at 1 p.m. to move out.
Mark Your Calendar for Wednesday, April 17
FGSH Residents: Free Groceries
Posted April 8, 2024
Our Daily Bread Mobile Market (2 to 4 p.m., Wednesday, April 17) Our Daily Bread is providing free groceries to residents in the FRC kitchen while supplies last.
Deadline is Wednesday, May 1
FGSH Residents: Time to update leasing status
Posted April 8, 2024
If you live in the Family and Graduate Student (FGSH) Neighborhoods, it is time to update your leasing status. The deadline is Wednesday, May 1.
Actions to complete include the following:
- Need to renew your lease for upcoming academic year, visit the OSU Housing Portal.
- Need to renew your lease for summer because you are graduating, visit the OSU Housing Portal and select the "Summer Graduation" option.
- Need to change the primary leaseholder, contact the Community Relations Office (CRO) for approval. Call 405-744-1296 or go to the West Neighborhood, Building 84, Apartment 7.
- If you are moving out, submit the Notice to Vacate (form) by Wednesday, May 1.
If you questions, contact the Assignments Team in Iba Hall at reslife@okstate.edu or call 405-744-5594.
Housing Registration
Registration for Summer Housing opens April 15
Posted April 8, 2024
If you need on-campus summer housing, the OSU Housing Portal opens Monday, April 15. The Assignments Team will email room assignments beginning Monday, April 22.
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Late Night: Silent Party—White Out!
Posted April 8, 2024
Plan to attend Late Night: Silent Party—White Out! on Thursday, May 2 from 8 to 10 p.m. in the Student Union Ballroom. Silent Dance Party. Wear all the white you can. Drinks, finger food and more. See you there!
For more ResLife events and activities, visit the OSU Calendar.
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Home Improvement Week
March 25-29
Posted February 21, 2024
Does your room show signs of wear and tear and needs repairs? Are your blinds broken? Drawers don't shut? Is your ceiling fan wonky?
March 25–29 is Home Improvement Week! During this time, we encourage you to report standard wear and tears in your unit. Let us know what needs to be fixed by calling 405-744-8510. Reach out to us if you have questions.
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Late Night: Meeting Zone
Posted March 15, 2024
Plan to attend Late Night: Meeting Zone on Thursday, March 28 from 8 to 10 p.m. in Kerr-Drummond Mezzanine. Enjoy meeting new people, karaoke, cookie decorating and games like Bingo.
For more ResLife events and activities, visit the OSU Calendar.
Preparing your space for Spring Break
Posted February 21, 2024
Spring Break is Saturday, March 16 through Sunday, March 24. The halls are open, and you may come and go as needed. For desk hours and more...
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Late Night: Carnival Bake-Off
UPDATED: March 4, 2024
Rescheduled: Plan to attend Late Night: Carnival Bake-Off on Wednesday, March 6 from 8 to 10 p.m. on University Commons Lawn. Enjoy carnival-themed refreshments and games.
For more ResLife events and activities, visit the OSU Calendar.
Family and Graduate Student Housing
Interested in serving your community?
FGSH Leadership Council to host meeting March 25
Posted March 1, 2024
Council Executive Body
- President
- Vice president
- Treasurer
- Secretary
- Fundraising committee chair
- Social chair
Family and Graduate Student Housing
Interested in FGSH Garden Plots?
Plan to attend meeting, class for upcoming gardening season
Posted February 27, 2024
Family and Graduate Student Housing (FGSH) residents may lease 10-foot by 10-foot garden plots during the growing season. Plots are on the north side of the Williams Neighborhood. Available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Plan to attend a meeting about the FGSH Garden Plots on Thursday, March 8 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the FRC Great Room. Sign up to attend meeting.
Once you commit to a garden plot, plan to attend the FGSH Garden Plots class on Saturday, March 9 from 11 a.m. to noon at the garden by the Williams Neighborhood 102.
For more information, visit FGSH Garden Plots.
Mark your calendar
Are you a single parent and OSU student?
Just 4 Us to host welcome dinner March 11
Posted February 22, 2024
Just 4 Us invites OSU students who are single parents to a welcome dinner Wednesday, March 11 from 7 to 7:30 p.m. at the Family Resource Center (719 N. Walnut St.). Dinner and childcare are provided. RSVP required.
Just 4 Us is a program for single parents on campus that provides resources, support and opportunities to connect with other single parents. For more information, call 405-744-6539.
Looking for a summer job?
HRL Conference Services hiring conference assistants; conference leaders
Posted February 19, 2024
HRL Conference is hiring a team of conference assistants and conference leaders to help run summer conferences with a start date of May 15 through Aug. 8.
Conference Leaders:
- Pay rate is $11.50 per hour
- Scheduled hours range from 20 to 40 hours per week
- One-time payment of $50 to Bursar account for HRL on-campus housing during time of employment
Conference Assistants:
- Pay rate is $10 per hour
- Scheduled hours range from 20 to 40 hours per week
- One-time payment of $50 to Bursar account for HRL on-campus housing during time of employment
How to Apply
- Go to the HireOSUGrads.com.
- Click on the “Students and Alumni” tab.
- Then click on the “Hire System Login” on the left-hand side of the screen.
- Log-on and search for the positions 1) conference leader and 2) conference assistant to apply.
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Late Night: Carnival Bake-Off
UPDATED; February 29, 2024
CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER. Plan to attend Late Night: Carnival Bake-Off on Thursday, February 29 from 8 to 10 p.m. on University Commons Lawn. Enter your best baked dessert and enjoy carnival-themed refreshments and games are on us. Sign up to bake by Sunday, February 25.
For more ResLife events and activities, visit the OSU Calendar.
Work underway at FGSH Garden Plot
Fence being installed this week
Posted February 5, 2024
Starting tomorrow, workers are installing a fence at the Family and Graduate Student Housing (FGSH) Garden Plot. Because of equipment and workers, staff asked that residents avoid the area. However, If you must be at the garden plots, exercise caution and supervise your children. Weather conditions will affect how long it takes to complete the fence. Thank you for your patience.
Learn how to lease a garden plot for Spring 24 at FGSH Garden Plot.
Read LLP End of Year Report
Living Learning Programs 2022–2023
Posted February 5, 2024
Dr. Mumbe Kithakye, assistant director of residential learning, is proud to present the Living Learning Programs End of Year Report for 2022—2023. The report published by OSU Housing and Residential LIfe details the eleven programs and the more than 600 students participated in them.
Seven of the LLPs are academic-based and administered by academic colleges/departments. Four of the LLPs are theme-based and administered by associated departments or programs.
Dr. Kithakye said, "Living learning programs at OSU continually push the bar to help students learn and grow. By evolving practices, programs adjust to meet the relevant needs of each incoming class to provide individualized support. Engaging students at the university is a priority as each campus partner builds relationships with students to help OSU become a home and launching point for their future."
Download: "Living Learning Programs 2022–2023 End of Year Report" (pdf)
Housing Registration Open
No rush necessary! Complete by Feb. 29
Posted February 1, 2024
The OSU Housing Portal is open for the 2024-2025 academic year. We recommend that you complete registration by Feb. 29. Note: Your room selection timeslot is based on your enrollment deposit date and not your housing registration date. Room selection timeslots will be emailed starting March 25. Room selection starts April 1.
Late Night Survey
Complete survey and enter drawing
Posted January 24, 2024
CLOSED. We want to know what you think. Help us provide the best Late Night experiences for you. Complete the survey and be entered into a drawing for prizes. Closes soon!
Follow link for Late Night Survey.
Cold temperatures expected
How to prepare your on-campus living space
Update January 14, 2024
We are asking Carraker West residents to let water faucets, including the showers, drip during this freezing weather. It can help prevent the pipes from bursting.
Update January 11, 2024
We're taking precautions due to predicted cold temps. In addition to our current rounds of inspecting the halls and common areas, we're entering resident spaces to ensure the heat is functioning and no pipes are leaking. The halls are open, and we are glad to have you back.
January 10, 2024
With arctic temperatures, high winds and low wind chills expected beginning Friday, Jan. 12, we can work together to ensure campus living spaces are warm and safe. If you will be on campus before the cold weather hits, please prepare your on-campus living space by completing the following tasks:
- Make sure your HEAT is on.
- Set HEAT to AUTO and a minimum of 65 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Open cabinet doors below sinks.
- Make sure all doors and windows are securely closed and fastened.
- You may notice condensation and/or frost forming on your windows, especially north-facing windows. This is normal for the type of window featured in many of the housing areas.
- Stay safe, warm and weather-aware.
» And remember, the residence halls are open during breaks. Residents are welcome to return early to avoid traveling in bad weather.
How to report a Maintenance Issue
- Call 405.744.8510 Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Call 405.744.7154 for after-hours, on weekends and holidays, and during university closures.
Information For Any Severe-Weather Event
Oklahoma weather can be volatile. You need to be aware of your surroundings and the
weather conditions at all times.
During a winter weather event, be sure to
- listen to local radio
- watch local television stations or
- use a weather app for current weather reports for Stillwater
For more information about preparing for winter weather, visit the National Weather Service resource website.
MKL Day
Posted January 10, 2024
Housing and Residential Life Offices are closed for Martin Luther King Day on Monday, January 15.
Preparing your space for Winter Break
Posted December 1, 2023
Winter Break is Saturday, December 16 through Monday, January 16. The halls are open, and you may come and go as needed. For desk hours and more...
Housing Registration Season Underway
Posted November 29, 2023
OSU Housing and Residential Life is rolling out the welcome mat for students to register housing for the 2024-2025 academic year.
“Registration season is an exciting time for all of us in housing,” said Dr. Leon McClinton, Jr., director of housing and residential life. “Every year, we look at the OSU Housing Portal to see if we can streamline the process and make sure it’s easy to use.” The OSU Housing Portal is where OSU students, in addition to selecting their rooms, they can sign their lease, purchase meal plans, find roommates and much more.
Spring 24 housing registration opens Dec. 1
Posted November 27, 2023
Do you want to live on campus this spring? Registration begins Friday Dec. 1, at 10 a.m. Log in to the OSU Housing Portal to register.
If you have any questions, contact Housing and Residential Life at reslife@okstate.edu or 405-744-5592.
Lock down your room. Register for guaranteed housing for 2024-2025
Posted November 2, 2023
Now is the time! Current residents should make plans to renew their on-campus lease for the 2024-2025 academic year. The OSU Housing Portal opens for current residents to register and select rooms on beginning Tuesday, January 16 at 10 a.m. and closing Tuesday, January 30 at 11:59 p.m.
WEEK 1 (Jan. 16-21): To keep your current room, register for housing and select your room between Tuesday, January 16 and Sunday, January 21. Exception are residents who live in first-year only halls (Peterson-Friend, Bost and Davis). You will need to select another hall for the next academic year.
WEEK 2 (Jan. 22-30): Current residents may register and select rooms.
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Late Night: Pajamas Winter Party
Posted December 1, 2023
Plan to attend Late Night: Pajamas Winter Party on Wednesday, December 6 at the Kerr Drummond Mezzaine. Design and paint your own winter decorations, ugly sweater contest, hot chocolate, smores and mochis. Pajamas required!
For more ResLife events and activities, visit the OSU Calendar.
Apply for ResLife Scholarships
Posted November 2, 2023
One application. Multiple scholarships.
The Department of Housing and Residential Life is excited to offer 14 scholarships as part of the Leader-Scholar Scholarship Program. Last year, ResLife offered more than $68,000 in awards. The scholarships are available for students who are currently living on campus within Housing and Residential Life. Student staff members are eligible to apply for these scholarships. This program is part of the Division of Student Affairs Scholarship Program.
Application portal closes Wednesday, January 31 at 11:59 p,m.
Student Affairs Scholarship Application
Hours for Fall Break
Posted November 15, 2023
DESK HOURS
All desks are closed for fall break except for Village A (CASNR) and Griffith Community Center.
Village A (CASNR) is open 24 hours per day from Sunday, November 19 through Sunday, November 26.
Griffith Community Center is open from 8 a.m. to midnight from Sunday, November 19 through Saturday, November 25.
- On Sunday, November 26, the Griffith Center is open from 4 p.m. to midnight.
FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER HOURS
Family Resource Center is closed from Friday, Dec. 22 through Monday, Jan. 1. On-call staff is available. University Laundry and the Brumley Laundry will be open during winter break. If you need FRC assistance during the break, call 405.564.4028.
HOUSING AND RESIDENTIAL LIFE OFFICES
All offices will follow OSU's hours of operation. Offices will be closed Wednesday, November 22 through Friday, November 24. Regular hours resume Monday, November 27.
MAINTENANCE ASSISTANCE
- If you have maintenance-related issues during office hours, contact the HRL Facilities Office at 405.744.8510.
- If something happens after-hours, contact OSU Facilities Management at 405.744.7154.
Lots 105SW and 203 asked to move cars
Facilities Management (FM) is repainting Lot 105 SW and Lot 203 between N-103 and N-104. Please move your vehicles from the lots on Tuesday, Nov. 21 and Wednesday, Nov. 22.
Game Day Parking for Nov. 21
Posted November 15, 2023
University Commons Residents: If you plan to leave your car over fall break, you must move it from Lot 74 by Tuesday, Nov. 21 by 4 p.m. the upcoming football game. Go to parking.okstate.edu for alternate parking areas. Thank you! Go Pokes!
Preparing your space for Fall Break
Posted November 3, 2023
Fall Break is Monday, November 20 through Friday, 24. The halls are open and you may come and go as needed. For desk hours and more...
Housing registration portal opens for Family and Graduate Student Housing
Posted October 23, 2023
The portal to register for housing in Family and Graduate Student Housing (The Neighborhoods) opens today. There are a limited number of open apartments. For more information, call 405-744-5592.
Let's end 'tailgating': Keep unauthorized people out halls
Posted October 16, 2023
Let's end 'tailgating'—no, not that kind of tailgating! Tailgating, also called piggybacking, is a when an unauthorized person follows an authorized individual into a building. This is a type of physical security breach that endangers residents.
For your safety, help us keep unauthorized people out of the residential halls.
- Use a swipe card for entrance.
- Don't hold doors open or open doors for others to enter.
- Make sure doors close after entering.
- Don't prop doors open.
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Late Night: Picnic in the Dark
Posted October 9, 2023
Plan to attend Late Night: Picnic in the Dark on Thursday, October 19 on University Commons Lawn. We'll provide picnic food/beverages and a surprise; you'll bring a blanket and basket. Food starts at 8:30 p.m. and a surprise at 9 p.m.
For more ResLife events and activities, visit the OSU Calendar.
ResLife reminds everyone to keep doors locked
Posted October 6, 2023
For your safety, ResLife is reminding everyone to keep doors locked when entering or leaving the halls—this includes the building doors and doors to your room/space. This safety precaution is something that everyone can do.
Become a CM/Ambassador for Fall 2024
Enroll in HESA 2191
Posted October 6, 2023
The first step to becoming a community mentor (CM) or ambassador is to enroll in HESA 2191. This is a one-credit, eight-week short hybrid course offered during Spring 2024 examines leadership and builds personal competencies.
Students who are interested in a position for Fall 2024 must complete the course; however, all students and majors are welcome to take the course.
Room Transfer Requests continue through Nov. 2
Posted September 25, 2023
Residents may request to transfer to another room through Nov. 2. Requests are made through Roompact.com.
Learn more about the room transfer process.
Construction of Central Market Place underway
Posted May 31, 2023
Construction is underway for University Dining Services' new Central Market Place, which is projected to open Fall 2024. It's located in the parking area just southwest of the Kerr-Drummond towers and east of Village E. The construction mostly affects Villages A-F, Wentz and Patchin-Jones.
