residence life 2014-2015 brochure

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Dear Students, Parents, and Families

On behalf of all of us in Residence Life and Housing, welcome to Colorado School of Mines! I want to thank you for taking the time to explore Residence Life and the opportunity to serve you! We encourage you to learn more about the opportunities and benefits that are in store for you when you decide to live on-campus in one of our engaging communities.

Why should you live on-campus? Studies have shown that students who live on-campus at Colorado School of Mines are more likely to have a higher persistence and grade point average, take less time to earn their degree, and overall are more satisfied with their college experience. Residence Hall communities are safe, convenient, and engaging with social and educational opportunities. Our current and past residents will testify that living on-campus made adjusting to the Oredigger experience easier and set them up for success. Residents make life-long friends, and have easy access to campus without the hassles of commuting. From academic to educational programs to social justice to Theme Learning Communities and recreational events, we encourage you to participate and take advantage of the opportunities within all of our living and learning environments.

Please continue to explore our information within this booklet and on our website to see what we have to offer. We also encourage you to stop by or call us to meet some of our team at anytime. We are excited to have you join our community and make it your home away from home!

On behalf of Residence Life and Housing, we look forward to serving you and providing you with the resources to be successful as an Oredigger!

Sincerely,

Brent Waller Director of Residence Life and Housing

Living on Campus 1

Residence Hall Options 2

Residence Halls 3

Theme Learning Communities 4

Mines Dining 6

Campus Safety/Job Opportunities7

What to/not to Bring 8

Beyond the First Year/Additional Information 8

International Students

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CONTENTS

MISSION

Colorado School of Mines Department of Residence Life is dedicated to student success through a superior living and learning experience that recognizes the unique challenges and opportunities our students face in their Oredigger experience. Our staff is committed to providing intentional learning through quality services and facilities, student support, as well as a safe, secure, and academically-focused environment. We believe campus living, in collaboration with the Mines community, fosters personal growth and development, encouraging students to become critical thinkers and civically engaged leaders in a diverse global community.

RESIDENCE LIFE STAFF

All residence halls have highly trained live-in Resident Assistants, Hall Directors, as well as live-in professional Residence Life Coordinators for each building. Our Residence Life Staff oversees building maintenance, housekeeping, and health issues, as well as ensures student safety, security, transition into college, and overall education and social life outside the classroom. All Residence Life staff members are available to

discuss personal concerns, roommate issues as well as general questions regarding campus housing and campus wide resources.

All of our residence halls are located within a half mile of Golden’ s major bus routes, bike and walking paths, multiple restaurants, campus dining facilities, a grocery store, hardware store, a pharmacy, banks, student recreation center, and coffee shops.

RESOURCES

There are many people at Colorado School of Mines that students may consult, including:

• Residents Assistants on each floor

• Hall Director in each building

• Residence Life Coordinators

• Director of Housing & Residence Life

• Dean of Students

• Counselors

• International Office

• Wellness Center

• Center for Academic Services and Advising

• Public Safety

LIVING ON CAMPUSTRANSPORTATION

Colorado School of Mines, City of Golden and Regional Transportation District (RTD) have collaborated to establish a shuttle service, operated by RTD, to provide service to the Golden area including the Colorado School of Mines. This includes a connection to the light rail station at the Jefferson County complex. Students are provided an RTD pass at the beginning of each semester for access to RTD services. Parking permits for first year residence hall students will be limited through the Parking Services office, and all requests for permits must be received by June 1st. Information on the registration process will be provided through the Parking Services website.

http://inside.mines.edu/Parking

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HOUSING TIMELINE

Oct - May 1: Submit Student Enrollment Confirmation, Enrollment and Housing deposits per instructions in acceptance letter packet

May 12 - June 15: Residence Life Housing Portal will be open for on-line Housing Application and Contract in Trailhead

May 12 - June 1: Portal will open for Theme Housing Applications

May 1 - June 30: Special Accomodation requests are due to Disability Services. Check: http://disabilities.mines.edu

June 1: Theme Housing Application closes

June 16: Housing Portal will close for Housing Application and Con-tracts

Mid to Late July: Room Assignments available online

4 Colorado School of Mines assumes no responsibility for loss or theft of personal belongings, and residents are encouraged to carry personal property insurance.

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Traditional Residence Halls(common bathrooms) • • • • •Neighborhood Style Living double/single room share bathroom •Suite Style Living • •

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First year Undergraduate • • • • • • •Upperclass Students • •Theme Learning Communities • • • • •

AMENITIES

No smoking building • • • • • • • •ADA rooms • •Air Conditioning in bedroom • • •Air Conditioning in hallways • • • • •Basketball Court (Outdoor) •Bunkable & Loftable beds per person • • • • •Bunkable beds per person • • •Carpeting per room • • • • • • • •Closet per person • • • • • • • •Single Gender Buildings •Single Gender Floors • • • • •Community Kitchen • • • •Courtesy phone per floor • • • • • • • •Creativity & Innovation Workshop •Desk chair per person • • • • • • • •Double rooms • • • • • • • •Dresser per person • • • • • • • •Elevators • • •Expanded basic cable connection per room • • • • • • • •Foosball Table • • • • •Free laundry facilities • • • • • • • •Front desk customer service • • • • • • • •Heating • • • • • • • •Ice machine • • • •Indoor Bike Storage • •Mail room • • • • • • • •Music room • • •Pool Table • •Recycle bin per person • • • • • • • •Security card access doors • • • • • • • •Shuffle board •Single rooms • • • • • •Smoke/Carbon Monoxide alarms • • • • • • • •Social lounges • • • • • • • •Storage Lockers •Study Lounges • • • • • • •Trash cans per person • • • • • • • •Triple rooms (for overflow use only) • • • • • •Vending machines • • • • • • • •Wired and wireless internet connection • • • • • • • •

RESIDENCE HALL OPTIONS

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TRADITIONAL RESIDENCE HALLS Traditional Halls (Morgan, Thomas, Bradford, and Randall) house approximately 380 students total. Although there are a few exceptions in the ground levels of Bradford and Randall, the typical layout of a double room is approximately 12x16. Bunking the beds, along with creatively rearranging the room furniture, can open up more space. Each floor has a common restroom and shower facility, and the hallways are air-conditioned. All outside doors and the corridors to each floor are locked 24 hours a day and are accessible by residents via their Blastercard student ID. Each room is keyed separately for additional privacy. Students who reside in the Traditional Halls have access to common study space in VanDewerker Lounge (between Morgan and Thomas Halls), as well as various spaces in Bradford and Randall. There is a centrally located front desk for checking mail, getting questions and concerns addressed, and borrowing supplies or games.

WEAVER TOWERS has living space for 230 students in suites with limited single and double rooms, a common living area, and two single restroom/shower facilities per suite. Weaver Towers features seven or eight person suites. Bedrooms vary widely but generally tend to be smaller than the Traditional Halls rooms. Usually lofted or bunked beds are the best option due to space constraints. Blastercard access opens main exterior doors. The suite door can be locked to prevent outside entry, and for additional privacy, the individual bedrooms are keyed separately.

Weaver Towers has a music room, fireplace, kitchen, grill, picnic tables, front desk service and social/study lounges. Each tower has a laundry room.

MAPLE HALL a 291 bed semi-suite facility, with single, and double (triple rooms over-flow only) bedroom and one bathroom per suite. 2 Courtyard areas, 5 Social Lounges, 9 Study Rooms, Bike and Ski Storage/Work

room, Music Room, Conference rooms, Large Community Kitchen/Program Center, Elevator, Security Cameras, Common Area Computers, Piano in Living Room/Lobby, Recreation room, courtesy phone on each floor, vending machines, loft-able beds, ADA Suites, LEED Silver (Sustainable Building). Located 2 blocks from central campus.

ASPEN HALL is located two blocks from central campus. Renovated in 2012, Aspen Hall houses 23 upperclass students with single, double and triple rooms. Aspen offers one community bathroom per floor, two study lounges, community living room, kitchen facility, recreation room, laundry facility, courtesy phones

Traditional Halls Weaver Towers

THE RESIDENCE HALLSon each floor, mail room, and front desk customer service. Basketball court and barbeque area were added for fun and relaxation.

ELM HALL is our newest residence hall that will open in fall 2014, with a neighborhood style living that houses 207 students in a combination of single and double bedrooms and community bathrooms that offer private options on each floor. Located two blocks from central campus, Elm offers four social lounges, three study rooms, three study nooks, courtesy phones on each floor, work shop, community kitchen and laundry rooms on each floor, central living room, and rent-able indoor bike and storage units.

Maple Hall Aspen Hall

Elm Hall

http://inside.mines.edu/RSL-Theme-Housing

VISION

Theme Learning Communities consist of intentionally designed living experiences centered around a variety of educational, cultural, organizational, and personal interests. These communities allow students with common interests and pursuits to live together and support each other through planned activities and informal interactions.

GOALS

• To provide an educational experience, rather than academic

• To create well-rounded students

• To further connect students to campus and the local community

Each community will be comprised of about 30 students living together and an RA. The community will work with the Hall Director and Residence Life Coordinator of the building. Additionally, each community will partner with at least one Faculty Friend, various campus organizations and offices, and local businesses and non-profits to ensure a well-rounded experience with many opportunities for

students to get involved and experience what Mines and Colorado have to offer. Each community will have the opportunity to participate in a variety of programming efforts on-campus and in the local community (Golden and Denver).

ADVENTURE LEADERSHIP COMMUNITY HOUSED IN MAPLE HALL

Students involved with the Adventure Leadership Community will receive the opportunity to participate in human-powered recreational activities in Golden, Colorado, and the surrounding states. This community will partner with the Outdoor Recreation Center (ORC).

Potential Activities: Hiking; Backpacking; River Rafting; Camping; Spelunking/Caving; Rock Climbing/Bouldering; Challenge Courses; Skiing/Snowboarding; Snow Shoeing; Local Races; Outdoor Trail Running; Biking Trips; International Learning Adventures

“This whole experience gave us a social advantage that other first year students did not have. We had the chance to make friends before classes start.”

– Justin Fantasky Littleton, CO

ATHLETICISM AND WELLNESS HOUSED IN THE TRADITIONAL HALLS

Students involved in the Athleticism and Wellness Theme Learning Community will engage in a variety of activities and immersive programs that engage in physical activity, team sports, and wellness. Partnering with club and intramural sports, the BE WELL committee, local professional athletic teams, and the Department of Athletics, students in this community will have a variety of opportunities to remain physically and mentally fit while learning more about balance and holistic wellness while at Mines. The community is looking for students of all genders, ability levels,

and interest levels to the various teams and sports on campus.

Potential Activities: attending athletic events at Mines, supporting student athletics, joining intramural or club teams, guest speakers on wellness and balance, exploring what athletics look like in different cultures, and learning about healthy behaviors and balance.

OREDIGGER’S LEADERSHIP COMMUNITY HOUSED IN ELM HALL

Students involved with the Oredigger Leadership Community will have the opportunity to participate in professional and personal development opportunities that will focus on enhancing their leadership skills to become well-rounded engineers. Service, knowledge, well-being, communication and mentorship are the five pillars of leadership for the community.

This experience is open to all first-year students from a variety of backgrounds and gender identities. Many activities will be planned for the entire community, and there will also be various personal and professional development opportunities geared towards supporting both men’s and women’s experiences.

THEME LEARNING COMMUNITIES

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Possible activities include: Community Service Events, Discussions on Servant Leadership, Self-Concept, Wellness, Self-Advocacy, Gender Communication, and Media Influence; Workshops on Time Management, Financial Planning, Business Etiquette, and Public Speaking; Mentor and Mentee Relationships

“The support system is huge. We’re not in this alone. It can be overwhelming when you get here. We’re pretty normal.”

– Deanna Mitchell Littleton, CO

VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS HOUSED IN WEAVER TOWERS

Students involved with the Visual and Performing Arts Community will engage the right side of their brain through a variety of art based programs. They will partner with the Creative Arts Club, the yearly High Grade art publication, and the Anonymous Right Brains Club, including attending local performances or workshops, and performing or creating for their own communities. This engagement will not only broaden students’ horizons regarding

“Living in the Leadership Community was the best choice I could have made for my freshman year. The residence staff is an amazing support group, especially to those of us far away from home. I love living in the Traditional halls; doors are always open on the floor, and there is always someone to study with or just hang out with. I’ve met some amazing people, and I’ve made some amazing friends in the residence halls, and I can safely say that living on campus is definitely a highlight of my freshman year. “

– HAILEY MEYER FOLEY, MN

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the arts, but will also enhance the Mines community by providing additional opportunities for all Mines students to become engaged in the arts as well. This community welcomes artists of all art forms or patrons of the arts.

Potential Activities: Performances at Denver Center for Performing Arts; On-campus performers or speakers; Student Art & Musical Showcases; Miner’s Alley Play-house; Art, Creative Writing, & Poetry Workshops

“Bonding over a shared interest of music and art, theme living helped create a close-knit group of friends that I can always rely on.”

- Krista Horn Houston, TX

UPPERCLASS/TRANSFER STUDENTS

The Returning Student Theme Learning Community was designed to support the unique needs of

upperclass students at Mines. Students will live on a floor with other returning students in an environment conducive for continued success at Mines. Living in after your first year gives you continued access to resources, a strong community, a supportive study environment and study groups, and is in a convenient location to classes. A Resident Assistant will take on the role of mentor and advisor helping to guide residents through their second year and beyond. Workshops will be available for students to attend with a special focus on academic success, internship and career support, campus resources, well-being and stress management. Faculty will be invited to attend dinners and share their unique story and tips for success at Mines. As a community, the residents will decide what activities and events they want to participate in and attend. Shape your Mines experience, live on campus beyond the first year. Applications for upperclass students only will transpire in February.

With locations conveniently

located on campus and flexible dining hours, Mines Dining is here to make sure you get great food and convenient service. Mines Dining on campus has lots to offer with locations central to campus and dining hours from 7:00 a.m. until 12 a.m. We are dedicated to serving students’ dining needs. We understand each student has different eating habits and that is why Mines Dining offers several different options to choose from. We’re excited to be a part of the Mines community, where we

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CAMPUS DINING LOCATIONS:

Slate Café. The Slate Cafe, located in the Student Center, is equipped with a

MINES DININGregister capable of reading your Blastercard. If you have a meal plan, it will automatically count one swipe against your meal plan as soon as the card is swiped. The number of swipes you are allowed is based on the type of meal plan you have. You can also use Munch Money at this location.

Digger’s Den Food Court. The Digger’s Den Food Court, also located in the Student Center, has two registers that allow you to use your meal plan (known as a meal exchange) or Munch Money.

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Brown Hall. One of the newer food service choices on campus, The Brown Hall location offers “Simply to Go” selections and Starbucks Coffee and Tazo teas. The register allows both meal exchanges and Munch Money

uses.

Student Rec Center. The Student Rec Center offers the Power Blendz and Subway locations. As with other locations, the registers allow both meal exchanges and Munch Money.

CTLM Building. The CTLM Building is the home to Einstein Bros. Bagels. The Einstein register also allows both meal exchanges and Munch Money

uses.

Mines Market. Coming soon! Opening in the 2014-2015 school year, Mines Market will be your brand new, resident dining facility located adjacent to Elm Hall. Rest assured you can expect all of your current favorites from Slate Café, but with new added twists. Be sure to look out for updates on our grand opening.

MEAL PLANS

Students have the multiple options for their meal plan. These options vary year-to-year. Each plan provides the student with a combination of meal “swipes” and Munch Money. Refer to the campus dining website for information on the latest meal plans.

http://inside.mines.edu/CampusDining

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RESOURCESThe Colorado School of Mines Department of Public Safety is a full service, community oriented law enforcement agency, providing 24/7 service to the campus.

It is the mission of the Colorado School of Mines Police Department to make the Mines campus the safest campus in Colorado.

The department is responsible for providing services such as:

• Proactive patrol of the campus and its facilities

• Investigation and reporting of crimes and incidents

• Motor vehicle traffic and parking enforcement

• Crime and security awareness programs

• Alcohol/Drug abuse awareness/education

• Self defense classes

• Consultation with campus departments for safety and security matters

Additional services to the campus community such as: vehicle unlocks and jump starts, community safe walks (escorts), building and office security, and assistance in any medical, fire, or other emergency situation.

The police officers employed by the Department of Public Safety are fully trained police officers in accordance with the Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Board and the Colorado Revised Statutes.

http://publicsafety.mines.edu

MINES EMERGENCY ALERT

To be informed in the event of a future campus emergency, sign up for Mines Emergency Alerts. The Mines Emergency Alert system (MEA) is an emergency notification service that allows university officials to quickly communicate emergency messages to students, faculty and staff via cellular

phone text and voice messages, and broadcast on-campus e-mail and phone messages.

http://inside.mines.edu/Mines_Emergency_Alert

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Residence Life provides work-study positions that include Desk and Office Assistant positions to first year students. As an upperclass student, you have the option of applying to be a Resident Assistant, Community Assistant, Programming Assistant, Hall Director, or Community Director.

http://inside.mines.edu/RSL-Employment

Please check out Diggernet for on-campus positions along with the Colorado School of Mines Recruiting system for future full-time employment and internships.

http://careers.mines.edu

CAMPUS SAFETY AND JOB OPPORTUNITIES“I lived in the Residence Halls my first year at Mines and had my best experiences that I can remember. I became a Resident Assistant, RA, for two years. I was able to meet new people and help them through the transition that I went through as freshmen. I work as a Desk Assistant for the Residence Halls in which I assist RAs and residents at the desk. Even though it is my last year at Mines, I still wanted to be a part of the Residence Hall’s and what they have to offer. Truly the experiences that I gained from living in the Residence Halls has helped me tremendously to be where I’m at today.”

– NABEEL BABBITT CASTLE ROCK, CO

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Moving in is an exciting part of being a college student but it can also cause anxiety. To ease the tension, here is a list of some items you’ll want to consider bringing to campus to make an easy transition.

WHAT YOU SHOULD BRING...

• Extra long twin sheets (80x30 and 75x38)

• Pillows, bedspread or comforter, blankets

• Towels, washcloths and bathrobe

• Shower tote, caddy, and shower shoes

• Toiletries (soap, shampoo, toothbrush, etc.)

• Clothes hangers • Cellular phone • Power strip • Laundry basket/high

efficient detergent/fabric softener

• School supplies/backpack • Alarm clock or clock radio

with batteries • 3.2 cubic ft. refrigerator

and 1000 watt (max) microwave

WHAT YOU MAY WANT TO BRING (OPTIONAL)…

• A formal suit or dress for class presentations and interviews

• Stereo (bookshelf size) • Small safe to store

valuables • TV and DVD Player • Iron and ironing board • Posters and poster putty

(no tape or tacks can be used on walls)

• Camera • Fan and/or humidifier • Bike and bike lock • Flashlight

CUSTOMER SERVICE

Each Residence Hall has a customer service desk. Students may go to the front desk for campus information or to check out games, cleaning supplies, Vacuums, Irons, Ethernet cord and many more additional items.

The front desk is managed by students and supervised by Residence Life Coordinators. The Customer Service Desk is open from 8:00am to midnight.

• Hand-held vacuum/ carpet sweeper

• Sports equipment/skis/ snowboard

• Calendar, daily planner and/or PDA

• Storage bins/small organizer

• Desk/floor lamps • Full length mirror (cannot

be hung on residence hall doors)

• Non-perishable food items

• Coffee maker • Power strips/surge

protectors

PLEASE DO NOT BRING...

• Pets, with the exception of fish (with a limit of 25-gallon tanks)

• Waterbeds or mattress from home

• Drapes for the windows • Hot plates, candles, and

incense • Halogen or torchiere-style

lamps • Unapproved materials

for hanging, including Scotch, duct, electrical, or masking tape, tacks, and nails; anything that might damage walls

• Extension cords • Candles • Valuable possessions you

don’t really need • Alcohol/drug

paraphernalia

ITEMS TO DISCUSS WITH YOUR ROOMMATE BEFORE PURCHASING...

• TV • Rugs (rooms are

carpeted) • Video game console • Couch • Futon • Fridge and microwave • Reclining chairs

WHAT TO BRING AND NOT TO BRING THAT IS THE QUESTION.AND...

BEYOND THE FIRST YEAR

Students are not required to live in the residence hall after the first year. Upperclass students have the opportunity to live in the residence halls by a first come, first serve process starting in February. Continuing students may also apply for the Apartments at Mines Park. Students also may live off campus or in fraternity and sorority houses. For more information, go to http://inside.mines.edu/greeklife

The Apartments at Mines Park (Upper Class and Family Living) is an apartment complex that was built to provide convenient, affordable housing for the expanding Mines’ community. The complex has apartments for both single undergraduate and graduate students and families. There are one, two, and three bedroom units for single students, and one and two bedroom units for families. The apartments are

unfurnished. The kitchen is equipped with a full-size refrigerator with ice maker, dishwasher and an oven and range. Each bedroom has a hook up for expanded basic cable television and wired and wireless connections to the Mines network. There are two Community Centers at Mines Park. Both feature laundry facilities, television lounge, study area, and kitchen.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CAMPUS CLOSED

Campus is closed during winter break. It is mandatory that all students leave campus during this time except for extenuating circumstances, on a case-by-case basis.

SUMMER SCHOOL HOUSING

One of the additional benefits provided by Colorado School of Mines is housing during the summer for students attending Summer School – Sessions 1 and/or 2. Students will be provided with the same amenities as in the academic year. In addition, meal plans will be made available for summer students (optional).

Summer school sign up will begin mid-March.

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With locations conveniently located on campus and flexible dining hours, Mines Dining is here to make sure you get great food and convenient service. Mines Dining on campus has lots to offer with locations central to campus and dining hours from 7:00 a.m. until 12 a.m. We are dedicated to serving students’ dining needs. We understand each student has different eating habits and that is why Mines Dining offers several different options to choose from. We’re excited to be a part of the Mines community, where we pledge to listen constantly to students’ requests and needs.

We are happy to meet with you at any time to discuss special diets. Please visit our campus dining website at http://inside.mines.edu/CampusDining/ to view menus, hours, and nutritional information.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q. Why should I purchase a meal plan?A. It’s a great value, and it is Colorado School of Mines’ policy that all residence hall students purchase a meal plan each semester.

Q. What is Munch Money?A. Munch Money is included in all meal plans, and works like a pre-paid debit card with funds kept on your Blastercard. Munch Money may be used at any on-campus dining location. Munch Money is not carried over from semester to semester.

Q. How can I use a meal plan?A. You may use your meal plan in the following three ways: 1. Use a meal swipe for an all-you-care-to-eat meal in the

Slate Café or Mines Market (coming in 2014-15). 2. Use a meal swipe for a “meal exchange” in any dining location

on campus (up to 10 per week, or 115 per semester, depending on your plan).

3. Use your Munch Money to pay a la carte for purchases in Campus Dining retail locations or for a guest meal in the Slate Café or Mines Market.

Q. Do meals carry over from week to week, or semester to semester?A. Weekly meal plans do not carry over from week to week, and semester block plans (Granite and Topaz) do not carry over from semester to semester.

Q. Can I treat a friend or colleague to a meal on my plan?A. It depends. Meals in the Slate Café or Mines Market are for your use only. However, you can treat a friend in any location using your Munch Money, including purchasing a guest meal in the Slate Café or Mines Market.

A BETTER TOMORROW STARTS TODAY...WITH A MEAL PLAN ON CAMPUS.

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SO MANY CHOICES, SO LITTLE TIME. We provide an exciting and innovative dining services program for the entire campus community. You’ll find great food, honest values, and a comfortable atmosphere in which to enjoy it all. You have a variety of restaurants to choose from, all conveniently located within walking distance of on-campus housing, labs, classrooms and many off-campus apartments.

SLATE CAFÉ

The Grill. Freshly made Hamburgers, Chicken Breast or Turkey Burger, French Fries, as well as a vegetarian option are always available. We feature a Grill Special daily and offer a Pasta Bar on Tuesday and Thursday.

Ultimate Deli. Fresh-baked breads, topped with a variety of deli meats and cheeses and condiments will make the Deli at Mines an instant customer favorite. In addition to classic deli sandwiches, paninis and wraps, homemade side salads and crisp, deli pickles accompany each delicious meal.

Salad Greens. Each customer will find the makings of their particular veggie crave on the expanded salad bar, to be enjoyed either as a complete meal or to complement an entree.

Heart Healthy Cuisine. Delicious vegan, vegetarian, and low fat entrée choices are available at this venue, in addition to those found throughout your other restaurants.

Classics. With choices as disparate as macaroni and cheese and Pad Thai, as familiar as meatloaf or exotic as Moroccan Beef Stew, customers will love the variety of tastes from around the world.

Pizza. Pizza by the slice. Toasted bread sticks. These, and many more tempting choices await Mines students.

International Sauté. Stop by this sizzlin’ station and try a variety of spiced-up cuisines from around the world.

STARBUCKS AT BROWN HALL

Simply to Go. The grab and go menu consists of sandwiches, salads, and desserts.

Starbucks. High-quality coffee and espresso beverages and a line of innovative Tazo teas.

SUBWAY & POWER BLENDZ AT THE STUDENT RECREATION CENTER

Power Blendz. Offers delicious and nutritious shakes or smoothies made with real fruit.

Subway. Sandwiches made on freshly baked bread, prepared right before your eyes, just the way you like it.

EINSTEIN BROS. BAGELS AT CTLM BUILDING

Einstein Bros. Bagels. Bagels, cream cheese schmears and coffee will introduce an exceptional morning alternative that’s fast, hot and packed with flavor.

DIGGER’S DEN IN THE STUDENT CENTER

Grill 155. We offer all the great tasting and popular grill menu items! Cheeseburgers, chicken tenders, and grilled chicken breast sandwiches!

Pizza Hut. Fresh dough baked daily and smothered with Pizza Hut’s own special tomato sauce, tender meat toppings, crunchy vegetables and a double layer of 100% pure imported mozzarella cheese. We are also currently serving Chicken Wings!

Simply to Go. The grab and go menu consists of sandwiches, salad and desserts.

MINES MARKET. Coming soon! Opening in the 2014-2015 school year, Mines Market will be your brand new, resident dining facility located adjacent to Elm Hall. Rest assured you can expect all of your current favorites from Slate Café, but with new added twists. Be sure to look out for updates on our grand opening.

*Meal Exchange options available and Munch Money are accepted at all locations.So many choices, so little time.

We provide an exciting and innovative dining services program for the entire campus community. You’ll find great food, honest values, and a comfortable atmosphere in which to enjoy it all. You have a variety of restaurants to choose from, all conveniently located within walking distance of on-campus housing, labs, classrooms and many off-campus apartments.

2013 MEAL PLANS MarbleUnlimited access to Slate Café10 Meal Exchange per week$100 Munch Money for the semester

Quartz14 Meal per week10 of the 14 Meal are eligible for meal exchange per week$200 Munch Money for the Semester

The Slate Café: The Grill Freshly made Hamburgers, Chicken Breast or Turkey Burger, French Fries, as well as a vegetarian option are always available. We feature a Grill Special daily and offer a Pasta Bar on Tuesday and Thursday.Ultimate DeliFresh-baked breads, topped with a variety of deli meats and cheeses and condiments will make the Deli at Mines an instant customer favorite. In addition to classic deli sandwiches, paninis and wraps, homemade side salads and crisp, deli pickles accompany each delicious meal.Salad GreensEach customer will find the makings of their particular veggie crave on the expanded salad bar, to be enjoyed either as a complete meal or to complement an entree.Heart Healthy CuisineDelicious vegan, vegetarian, and low fat entrée choices are available at this venue, in addition tothose found throughout your other restaurants.ClassicsWith choices as disparate as macaroni and cheese and Pad Thai, as familiar as meatloaf or exotic as Moroccan Beef Stew, customers will love the variety of tastes from around the world.PizzaPizza by the slice. Toasted bread sticks. These, and many more tempting choices await Mines students.International SautéStop by this sizzlin’ station and try a variety of spiced-up cuisines from around the world.

Granite160 Meal per semester115 of the 160 Meal are eligible for meal exchange per semester$250 Munch Money for the semester

TopazOnly available to Students with Sophomore or higher class standing115 Meal per semesterAll 115 Meals are eligible for meal exchange per semester$300 Munch Money for the semester

We have a plan for all campus dining needs!

Brown Hall-Simply to GoThe grab and go menu consists of sandwiches, salads, and desserts. StarbucksHigh-quality coffee and espresso beverages and a line of innovative Tazo teas.Student Recreation Center-Power BlendzPower Blendz gives you the power to achieve your goals. It’s a delicious, nutritious and a goal specific smoothies.SubwaySandwiches made on freshly baked bread, prepared right before your eyes, just the way you like it.CTLM Building -Einstein Bros. BagelsBagels, cream cheese schmears and coffee will introduce an exceptional morning alternative that’s fast, hot and packed with flavor.Digger’s Den in the Student Center-Grill 155We offer all the great tasting and popular grill menu items! Cheeseburgers, chicken tenders, and grilled chicken breast sandwiches!Pizza HutFresh dough baked daily and smothered with Pizza Hut’s own special tomato sauce, tender meat toppings, crunchy vegetables and a double layer of 100% pure imported mozzarella cheese. We are also currently serving Chicken Wings!Simply to GoThe grab and go menu consists of sandwiches, salad and desserts.

So many choices, so little time.We provide an exciting and innovative dining services program for the entire campus community. You’ll find great food, honest values, and a comfortable atmosphere in which to enjoy it all. You have a variety of restaurants to choose from, all conveniently located within walking distance of on-campus housing, labs, classrooms and many off-campus apartments.
























































MARBLE $2,493 per semesterUnlimited access to Slate Café or Mines Market10 Meal Exchanges per week $100 Munch Money for the semester

QUARTZ $2,434 per semester14 Meals per week 10 of the 14 Meals are eligible for meal exchange per week

$200 Munch Money for the semester

GRANITE $2,287 per semester160 Meals per semester

115 of the 160 Meals are eligible for meal exchanges per semester


TOPAZ $2,053 per semester(upperclassmen only)

115 Meal per semester

All 115 Meals are eligible for meal exchange per semester


WE HAVE A PLAN FOR ALL CAMPUS DINING NEEDS!Tentative, pending approval in May 2014.

2014-15 MEAL PLANS

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CAMPUS MAPSMaps of Colorado School of MinesResidence Halls and Apartments

SUITE/NEIGHBORHOOD STYLE per semester (Weaver, Elm, Maple)Double $3,121Single $3,605Temporary Triple $2,497** Maple Hall triples are available only for temporary overcapacity housing. Weaver does not have triple rooms.

STANDARD per semester (Aspen, Morgan, Thomas, Bradford, Randall) Double/Permanent Triple $2,553Single $3,175Temporary Triple $2,042

All room rates include a non-refundable $50 Residence Hall Association fee and unlimited laundry facilities.

FROM CSM CAMPUS TO MINES PARK GUIDE1 Find 19th street and follow it toward the big “M” on the mountain.2 Safely use the crosswalk to cross 6th ave. - this is the only stoplight you will encounter.3 Immediately after crossing 6th ave., start looking for signs to “Mines Park” to the left. There will be two road entrances to Mines Park. Note: Vehicles can only access Infinity Circle via the west entrance to Mines Park.

WE HAVE A PLAN FOR ALL HOUSING NEEDS!Tentative, pending approval in May 2014.

2014-15 ROOM RATES

APARTMENTS AT MINES PARK

CSM CAMPUS

GRILL 155 PIZZA HUT SLATE CAFE

MINES MARKET

STARBUCKS

EINSTEIN BROS. BAGELS

SUBWAY POWERBLENDZ

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INTERNATIONAL STUDENT HOUSING“The best part of living in the residence halls is being a part of a huge community. You get to meet all kinds of people by just hanging out in the hallway or cafeteria. You will form relationships that will carry you through your college career.”

– JENNY LEE CHINA

Apartments at Mines Park

The International Student & Scholar Services Office (IS&SS) serves approximately 550 international students from 72 countries who attend Mines.

Mines and Residence Life work hard to place international students in a comfortable, convenient and safe environment. When making a transition to college living, the residence halls are an excellent way to experience American culture as well as other cultures from around the world.

Who must live on campus? All full-time, first-year, degree-seeking students are required to live in the residence halls. With the stress that often comes with transitions to college life, the proximity to campus facilities and

resources are especially important.

What residence halls are available for international students? International students may live in any of the residence halls on campus. We want to make sure that international students adjust comfortably to their new environment.

All campus residence halls include laundry facilities, wired and wireless internet connections, and cable TV services. These halls include rooms that are equipped with a bed, desk, desk chair, wastebasket, recycling bin, and a closet or dresser for each student.

If you have questions about international student admissions, degree pro-grams, billing, financial aid, or housing, please visit those specific webpages. Please send other questions

and comments about international student life at Mines to [email protected].

The IS&SS business hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (MST), Monday through Friday.

Campus is closed during winter break. It is mandatory that all students leave campus during this time.

*International Students living in Maple Hall will have the opportunity to stay on campus during winter break for an additional fee if they do not wish to leave campus or return home. Our Residence Life staff located in Maple Hall will be available to assist you. If you are not planning to leave campus for winter break, we recommend that you select Maple Hall.

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Golden, Colorado 80401

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