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DearResidents,

Ihopeeveryone isdoinggreat. Iamplanning tovisitIndiainthelastweekofthismonth.Ifyouhaveanyissues, you can directly contact Michael Jones(mcj9m@virginia.edu), new area coordinator in thehousingoffice.Heisaverygoodfellow.Iencourageyoupeople to join all the events organized by ‘LornaSundbergInternationalCenter’,UVA.

Please feel free to share any questions, suggestions,concerns, community news, or event ideas atuvagfha@gmail.com.

Allthebest,

ShaileshKumarGFHAPresident,2016-2017

UVAGraduate&FamilyHousingAssociation(GFHA)

GFHAGazette

November2016President’s Letter FeaturedEvents

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* President’s Letter & GFHA Events at a Glance Pg. 1 * RESIDENTS SPEAK and Monthly Trivia Pg. 2 * Upcoming Events – Detailed Info Pg. 3 * Housing News and Reminders Pg. 4 * GFHA/Community Calendar Pg. 5 * Community Resources & New President Spotlight Pg. 6 * Council Minutes & Important Numbers Pg. 7

QuoteoftheMonth:

“I’ve learned that people will forgetwhatyousaid,peoplewillforgetwhatyou did, but people will never forgethowyoumadethemfeel.”

-MayaAngelou

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Election Viewing Party

Tue,November8,7pm–9pmLornaSundbergInternationalCenter

Zuhal Feraidon-Artist Talk Thu, November 10, 5:30pm – 6:00pm

At Ruffin Hall, UVA

International Trivia Night Sat, November 12, 7:30pm – 9:00pm

At Kaleidoscope Room in Newcomb Hall

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RESIDENTS SPEAK!

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• Gardeners – let’s respect each other’s new plants. Please do not move others’ plants and watch where you step. Also, let’s

take precautions against groundhogs, birds, and other critters. Please close the gate going in and out. • Late-night noise can be a problem for your neighbors (especially those who wake early or have young schoolchildren). Be

considerate and do more noisy activities during the day – including avoiding using the laundry facilities after 10pm as the noise from the machines may bother nearby residents.

• If you have any issues with the laundry machines, call Caldwell & Gregory at (800) 927-9274. They have a clothing claim process in case the machines cause damage to clothes.

• Did you know we’re neighbors with The Lorna Sundberg International Center? They are at 21 University Circle, behind University Gardens (the big house on the hill you can see from the playground). The IC hosts fun and free social and cultural events monthly - movie nights, cooking programs, local outings, arts/crafts – that give you a glimpse into different world cultures. Children are welcome. They also offer English language programs. Subscribe here to receive the monthly e-newsletter. Questions? Contact intlctr@virginia.edu or 434-924-7983. Like the IC on Facebook!

• Most student families qualify for WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) – a government program that provides healthy foods at no cost, nutrition education, breast pumps, and breastfeeding support for young mothers. Call 434-972-6200, or visit www.wicva.com to see if you qualify.

This section includes information by residents, for residents. Feel free to share something that will be of interest/importance to other residents. Keep in mind that all information listed below is neither endorsed

nor sponsored by UVA Housing and Residence Life, but simply provides an opportunity for residents to inform and support one another. To contribute to this page, please send an email to uvagfha@gmail.com by the first of each month. Posts can be made anonymously if desired.

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GFHA Quiz…Test your knowledge!

Last Month’s Answer:

"d" –Vermont

Congrats to last month’s trivia winners

– Natasha and Shashi

Thanks for playing!

What is the only African country with a daily German newspaper?

A. Togo B. Namibia C. Tanzania D. Cameroon E. Japan F. China G. USA Besuretosendyouranswertouvagfha@gmail.combymidnighttomorrow,

Sun,Nov6,foryourchancetowinasmallprize!

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November:FeaturedActivitiesandEvents

International Trivia Night Sat, November 12, 7:30pm – 9:00pm At Kaleidoscope Room in Newcomb

Hall

Test your international knowledge at our fun trivia night with pizza. Come alone or with a team. Winners will receive a prize!

McCormick Observatory Night!

9 p.m. – Friday, Nov 18 600 McCormick Rd.

Free! Donations welcome. Come view the night sky through

Election Viewing Party

Tue,November8,7pm–9pmLornaSundbergInternational

CenterWho will become the next President

of the United States of America? They will watch the results come in

as cities report them and discuss the election process. Please note that

more poll results will be reported after that event ends.

"Voces Inocentes" Screening at Casa Bolivar Tue, November 15, 6:30pm – 8:30pm

At Casa Bolívar 1408 Jefferson Park Ave

Join residents at Casa Bolivar, UVA's Spanish house, for a screening of "Voces Inocentes" or "Innocent Voices).

Directed by Luis Mandoki. Rated R.

Zuhal Feraidon-Artist Talk

Thu, November 10, 5:30pm –

6:00pm At Ruffin Hall

Meetup Fridays

Fri, Nov 4, 9:00am – 10:30am

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4 year limit

This is a reminder that the maximum amount of time that you may live in Graduate and Faculty/Staff Housing is 4 years. If you have lived with us for 4 years, please be sure to begin thinking about alternative housing for June 2017.

Are You Graduating in December or is your University Position ending?

Remember to notify the Housing and Residence Life Office in writing, at least 45 days in advance. We will also need an email from your advisor or the graduate student coordinator for your department verifying that you are graduating. Please have it sent to housingassignments@virginia.edu. You will be sent information and a checklist for moving out after your written notice is received. Please email

housingassignments@virginia.edu with any questions. The vacating notice is final.

Animal Alert

When it gets cold outside, animals begin to seek warm places. Please be on the lookout for snakes and other animals. Dispose of trash in the dumpsters and close lids to trash and recycling receptacles.

Office Closed during the Holiday

Housing & Residence Life will be closed on Wednesday, Thursday, & Friday, November 23-25, for the Thanksgiving holiday.

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Lock Outs and Maintenance

The Borrowed Key Room in Echols will be closed for the Holiday as well. It will reopen on Sunday, November 27, from 4:00 p.m. to midnight when regular hours are resumed after the holiday. If you are locked out after Key Room hours, call the Facilities Service Desk (434-924-3053). Your call will automatically be forwarded to Systems Control, and an emergency call-back person will be dispatched to your location. You MUST show this person your ID and you will be billed a $75.00 fee. For emergency repairs, call the Facilities Service Desk at (434) 924-3053 (the phone will be forwarded to Systems Control after working hours).

Water Hose Reminder!

Please disconnect all water hoses attached to the exterior faucets, and put the hoses away for the winter! The cold temperatures during the winter (especially at night) cause them to freeze if left attached to the hose faucets, leading to broken pipes and significant damage. Any hoses found outside after November 7 may be removed by University personnel.

Have a Fire Safe Holiday!

With the holidays approaching, your thoughts and activities are probably divided between completing final papers, last-minute cramming for exams, and travel plans to visit family and friends. Here is some timely advice that may make your break a much safer one:

• Artificial & live trees are prohibited.

• Do not place decorations near sources of heat such as radiators, stoves, TV sets,

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or lamps.

• Do not hang decorations from smoke detectors.

• Be sure that any electrical decorations, such as candles (regular candles are not allowed due to State Fire Code), lights, etc., bear the “UL” label. (Electrical lights or decorations are not allowed outside.) Decorative lights may be strung consecutively with no more than three (3) strands of lights. Do not use metal fasteners to hang/attach electrical decorations to surfaces.

• Be aware of the fact that your apartment can handle only so much electrical load. Additional demand in the form of trees and decorations may cause an overload! Disconnect unused appliances or equipment. An additional “UL” approved fused power strip may be worth the investment.

• BEFORE you leave for the holidays, disconnect all unnecessary appliances and equipment. DO NOT leave items such as irons, fans, curling irons, hair dryers, etc., plugged in. Close and lock all windows and lock the door.

Washing machines are prohibited

Please remember that portable clothes washing machines and dishwashers are not allowed in University Housing apartments. If you have one in your apartment, then you are in violation of the Terms and Conditions of your lease and you must remove the machine from your apartment.

News and Reminders from U.Va. Housing Office

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November 2016

community calendar

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7 8 Election Viewing Party 7pm–9pmLornaSundbergInternationalCenter

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10 Zuhal Feraidon-Artist Talk 5:30pm – 6:00pm At Ruffin Hall, UVA

11 12 International Trivia Night

7:30pm – 9:00pm

At Kaleidoscope Room in

Newcomb Hall

13 14 15 "Voces Inocentes" Screening at Casa Bolivar 6:30pm – 8:30pm At Casa Bolívar 1408 Jefferson Park Ave

16 17 18 McCormick Observatory Night! 9 p.m. 600 McCormick Rd.

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20 Ann Gale:Portraits. Address: 155 Rugby Road

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22 23 Collect, Care, Conserve, Curate: The Life of the Art Object. 155 Rugby Road.

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25 FIREFLY Charlottesville Pinball League Address: 1304 E Market St Categories: Bar/Club, Culinary, Beer

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30 The Bonza Spring Sale Address: 400

Worrell Drive Dates: Recurring

weekly on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

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Community Resources Feel free to email uvagfha@gmail.com with any additional info to add to the below list.

English Language Classes EnglishLanguageProgramsatTheLornaSundbergInternationalCenteratUVAhttp://internationalcenter.virginia.edu/english-language-programsFREEhelpreading/writing/speakingEnglish–LiteracyVolunteersofCharlottesville/Albemarlehttp://literacyforall.org/learnersESLClassthroughCharlottesvilleCitySchools’AdultLearningCenterhttp://www.ccs.k12.va.us/programs/adult_education/Charlottesville City & Albemarle County Parks http://www.charlottesville.org/Index.aspx?page=228http://www.albemarle.org/department.asp?department=parks&relpage=2207Charlottesville (and nearby area) Attractions http://www.monticello.org/site/visit/things-to-do-charlottesville-areahttp://www.nytimes.com/2008/10/26/travel/26hours.htmlhttp://issuu.com/ivypublications/docs/charlottesvillefamily_go-to_guide_2/1Charlottesville Event Calendars http://www.visitcharlottesville.org/visitors/calendar-of-events/http://www.c-ville.com/events/http://www.albemarlekids.com/family_events_and_festivals.htmBus Routes and Schedules http://www.charlottesville.org/Index.aspx?page=3622 http://www.virginia.edu/parking/uts/routes/

*** GFHA Resident Spotlight ***

Shreyashi Chakdar University Gardens area !

A. What brought you to UVA? I joined the University of Virginia as a Research Associate in the Physics Department in Fall 2015 after obtaining my PhD in Theoretical Particle Physics from Oklahoma State University. B. Favorite memory in Charlottesville/at UVA so far? As I am a physicist with a passion of music, my favourite memory in UVa is associated to the fusion music band 'PostRock' where I play electric guitar and piano. C. What are you reading (for pleasure)? Currently I am reading a travel book on Vietnam by Andrew X. Pham titled 'Catfish and Mandala: A two wheeled Voyage through the landscape and memory of Vietnam'. D. Where do you see yourself in next 5 years? I would like to see myself as a Physics faculty in a Liberal Arts Institution in USA within the next five years.

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GFHANewsletterInfo

ShaileshKumar,EditorinChief Newsletterpolicy:

The GFHA Newsletter is published monthlyby the Graduate and Family HousingAssociation (the student government of theUniversity of Virginia Graduate andFaculty/Staff Housing Office) with thesupportoftheOfficeofHousing&ResidenceLife.Materialthatappearsinthispublicationdoes not necessarily reflect the officialposition of GFHA or U.Va. unless soindicated. However, “News from Housing &Residence Life” and notices of vacatingschedules are considered to provide officialnotification of Housing & Residence LifePolicy. TheNewsletterwill bepublished bythefirstWednesdayofeachmonth.

Newslettercontent:

TheGFHACouncilencouragesyoutosubmitannouncements, news, articles, and evenclassified ads. We invite you to impartinformation about your country, specialfestivals, customs, and recipes. Allcontributionstothenewslettermustbesentto Shailesh Kumar by the 25th day of eachmonth.

Tosubmitcontent,pleasecontactShaileshatUVAGFHA@gmail.com.

Important Numbers:

Graduate and Family Housing Office 924-­3736 Maintenance 924-­3053 After Hours Emergency Maintenance 924-­3053 Poison Control 924-­5543 U.Va. Police - Emergency 911 U.Va. Police - General Information 924-­7166 University Operator 924-­0311 Borrowed Key Room* 924-­8886

* For misplaced keys, or apartment lock-­outs

All residents can join our GFHA Resident Council Meetings! …where we plan events and discuss community needs.

Please let me know via email if you’re interested in participating, at uvagfha@gmail.com.

FYI – current vacancies in our Council include: Secretary, Treasurer, and Events Support Staff. Involvement with the Council is a great foot in the door for future GFHA