校外生活

Choosing a Roommate

It’s important to make sure you 和 your roommate are compatible on several different levels, including study/sleeping patterns, 清洁, 的饮食习惯, 社会习惯, 等. Do not choose your roommate lightly, because you will be stuck with them for a long time.

安全的存款

Rental properties require a security deposit up front, used to help the l和lord pay for 维修 as they happen. At the conclusion of your lease, provided that you upheld the conditions of the contract 和 did not damage the property, you will receive your security deposit back.

签订租约

When you sign a lease, you are entering into a legal agreement. Before signing anything, make sure you have read through the entire document thoroughly. If there is something in that you don’t underst和, ask questions! An individual lease is a lease for a single room within a space, which makes you the sole person responsible for damages within that room. A group lease is a lease for an entire property, signed by all persons living in that space together. This lease makes the entire group responsible for the damages in the entire space.

提示

Always make sure you look at a property at least once before agreeing to sign a lease. Ask as many questions as you can. Don’t forget that you will likely be living in this space for the entire year, 和 that though everything may seem great now, the house may have problems at other times in the year. It is also important to make sure it is clear who carries the responsibilities for utilities, 维修, 草坪维护, 等.

Some helpful questions to ask may include:

• How much is the monthly rent payment?

• How do I pay my rent?

• Are utilities included in the rent ? If not, which utilities am I responsible for?

• How much is a typical utility bill?

• Is the house well insulated? (which can usually be guessed based upon the winter utility bills)

• Have previous tenants reported any problems?

Setting Up 公用事业公司

Water, Sewer, Trash - If you live within the city limits, all three of these services should be provided by the City of Gr和 Junction. Typically, your l和lord will connect these utilities under your name.

Gas 和 Electricity – Depending on where you live, gas 和 electricity are typically provided by XCEL Energy. To connect, visit their website.

Cable 和 Internet – Check with your l和lord about what television, phone 和 internet service is available for the property. 在某些情况下, a satellite dish may already be installed, 和 you simply have to purchase service through that provider. If possible, shop around 和 see what options are a best fit for your cable 和 internet needs. Most providers offer a discount for new renters.

有用的下载

损失清单 – 居住生活 has provided this helpful tool so you can document any damages that are present in your rental property before you move in. If major damages exist, it may be helpful to also take pictures 和 give those to your l和lord.

Roommate Agreement – This is a detailed form to help prevent possible problems that may arise in your off-campus living situation. When you move into your property, sit down with your roommates 和 fill this form out together.

Residential 公用事业公司 Application - This is an online application to set up City utilities - water, 下水道, trash for students living off campus. Fill out a residential application for utility services if you are renting, 租赁, or own a home 和 do not have an existing City utility account. 

Getting to Campus

开车

If you chose to drive to campus, don’t forget to purchase a commuter pass. 访问 停车服务 for more information.

骑自行车

Looking for a cheap 和 environmentally friendly way to get to class? 试着骑自行车. 看看这些 helpful resources about biking: Gr和 Junction Road Bike Routes, Bike 安全 Information. 没有自行车? 没有问题! 租一间 MAVbike from the 室外项目!

Public Transportation

Gr和 Valley Transit

Having Friends Over

When you are having friends over there are a lot of things to consider. When you first move in, it is a good idea to sit down with your roommates 和 discuss how you all feel about having guests over 和 be sure to set clear ground rules. Consider the following things: communicating when friends will be over, 停车, 噪音水平, the number of people, 和 who will be the responsible host.

餐

Don't know how to cook? Don't have time to cook? Miss the convenience of the dining hall? 看看这些 commuter meal plans!

预算

Having trouble managing your finances? 查看一些提示 or use this spreadsheet to help manage your budget.

Services offered by CMU to keep you safe

• 校园安全 Assistants – CMU’s 校园安全 Assistants provide safe travel around campus for students, 教职员工. The service covers all of the main campus 和 up to two blocks off campus. CSAs are available daily from 6pm–2am. To contact a CSA, call 970.260.2683.

• MAVrides – MAVrides is a student-operated service that gives free, safe rides to CMU students. This service is available every Thursday, Friday 和 Saturday during the school year from 9pm-3am. A valid MAVcard is required upon pickup. 拨打970.248.2222.

• Campus Police - The 校园安全 Officer Program, 2016年秋季开始, now includes two full-time police officers on campus under the direction of Director of 校园安全 和 Student Conduct Pua Utu. CMU's police officers work in conjunction with five officers from the Gr和 Junction Police Department (GJPD) assigned to the campus for a three-year term. The officers assigned to the campus have a station located on the northside of campus at 1060 Orchard Avenue. 校园安全 Assistants (CSAs) can also be found in a substation on the south side of the 大学中心.

  To report a crime that is an EMERGENCY, DIAL 911.

  The non-emergency phone number for the GJPD is 970.242.6707.

   

Securing your property

• Always lock your door. If you lose your key, contact your property manager as soon as possible. The cost of replacing a key is considerably less than the cost of theft 和 property damage.

• Ensure that all windows 和 sliding glass doors are locked 和 secure.

• Keep blinds 和 shades closed, especially at night to keep would-be thieves from identifying valuable items.

• Keep valuable items out of sight in your vehicle. Ensure that your vehicle is locked 和 try to park in a well-lit area.

• Report any suspicious activity or unwanted guests to the police by calling 911.

Hosting a safe party:

• Report suspicious behaviors or activities to the police immediately

• Have a guest list so you know who is in your home

• Have a sober host present at all times

• Lock doors to private areas (i.e. bedrooms) 和 be sure to hide valuables

• 保持小尺寸. Be aware of overcrowding 和 disturbing neighbors with excessive noise.

• If the neighbors or police ask you keep the noise down or shut down the party, listen to them

• Limit your guests’ alcohol consumption

• Never serve alcohol to underage persons

• Provide non-alcoholic beverages 和 food to your guests.

Safely attending a party

• Trust your instincts. If you feel uncomfortable, leave the party

• Report suspicious behaviors or activities to the police immediately

• Know the host of the party you are attending

• Stay with friends 和 look out for each other

• Make sure you have a safe way home: designated driver, taxi, walk, or MAVrides

• Drink Responsibly. Don’t drink more than you can h和le

• Be considerate of others 和 their property

行走安全:

• Use well-lit areas. Avoid dark, deserted areas. Avoid shortcuts that may not be safe at night

• Never walk or jog alone

• Never approach a vehicle that is following you or a stranger who beckons you. Simply walk the opposite direction

• Always use a sidewalk. If there is no sidewalk 和 you must walk in the street, always walk facing oncoming traffic

• Do not resist or attempt to fool a robber

Other safety tips:

• Don’t make yourself a target. Thieves are on the lookout for easy targets, so don’t leave items unattended 和 don’t make yourself appear vulnerable.

• 运用常识. If you feel uncomfortable, follow your instincts.

• Always report crimes. When calling dispatch, give the dispatcher as much information as possible. If the crime is happening while you are on the phone, stay on the line until help arrives. Always follow the instructions of the dispatcher 和 the police.

帮助提示

Remember it is your 和 your roommates' responsibility to insure that your rental property is back to its original state before you leave. Make sure you are planning ahead 和 allowing enough time to completely pack 和 clean your apartment before your check-out date. Communicating with your roommate is incredibly important when it comes to determining who is responsible for what share of the cleaning. Failure to properly clean your space can often result in you not receiving your security deposit at the end of the lease.

损失清单

When you checked into your rental property, you filled out a damages checklist. Now you can go through your property again to see if there were any damages that happened while you were living there. A sample damages checklist can be found here that both you 和 your l和lord can use to keep each other accountable.

公用事业公司

Don't forget to have your utilities shut off when you move out. If you don't you may continue being charged after you move out. Also, be sure to return any equipment borrowed for your utilities (i.e. wireless internet).

房东的问题

If you are having issues with your l和lord or property management company, it may be helpful to know your rights as a tenant. 请查看 Colorado State Tenant rights. Make sure you are clearly communicating your concerns with your l和lords. 在某些情况下, they may not realize there is a problem. Not sure what to do next? Try utilizing some of your on campus resources for guidance, including 导师, 学生服务 和 居住生活.

室友的问题

As the year progresses, it is not uncommon from some roommate issues to arise. In most cases, you should be able to resolve the issues on your own. Communication is the most important thing in any relationship, especially with roommates. Be sure to address problems as soon as they arise. If you are unable to resolve the conflict on your own, you can try utilizing some of your on campus resources for assistance, 包括导师, 学生服务 和 居住生活.

Questions About Subletting?

If you are considering subletting your rental property out, it is best to talk to your l和lord or property management company. Many l和lords have specific policies regarding subletting properties, so you will need to work with them to develop a plan.