Residence Hall  (FAQ's)

Can I apply for a room if I haven't registered for classes?

Yes.  You must have been issued at least tentative acceptance from the Admissions Office, completed a housing application & signed and returned the Terms & Conditions, and paid the $200 deposit before the room is assigned.  Students are allowed to register for classes throughout the year, but you cannot be issued a room unless you have been accepted for admission to Lewis-Clark State College.

What is my address?

Your address will be:

Your Name
Your Hall and Room Number - LCSC
500 8th Avenue
Lewiston, ID 83501

You will need to use the address above for all packages and letters.  The Lewiston Post Office separates all of LCSC's mail which is then delivered to campus in bulk each day.  If your address is not correct, you most likely will not receive the mail.  This address is also used for all Express Mail, DHL or Federal Express.  The Campus Mail room appreciates you receiving your mail by using the format above.

When is my mail delivered to my mailbox?

The Resident Assistants deliver the mail on a daily basis to each of the halls.  The mail is distributed into your assigned mailbox, for which you have been given a key or a combination.  The mail is picked up from the LCSC Campus Mail at 10:30 am each day.  The mail is then sorted for each hall and put into the box for pickup by the RA's.  The mail is distributed into the mailboxes in the halls by 4:00 pm daily (Mon-Fri).  The campus does not receive weekend mail.  If you are expecting a Federal Express, DHL or package delivery, you will receive a package slip in your mailbox when the item reaches campus.  The packages are kept in locked storage in the Office of Residence Life.  If you receive your package slip late on Friday evening, and the item is something you need immediately, you may ask your RA to assist you in getting the package.

What if I don't know my ID Number?

That doesn't matter.  The Office of Residence Life can look the ID# up in the student database, but if you know your number, you should include it on the housing application.

When will I receive roommate information?

The Office of Residence Life does our best to provide accurate roommate information.  Oftentimes students sign up for housing and then decide not to come.  For this reason, we wait to send roommate information until late-July.  We will send you a housing assignment after the State Board approves the rates, typically in late June or early July, but the roommate information will be later.

What furniture is provided for my room?

Clark Hall & Parrish House:  The furniture in your bedroom includes:  one twin bed, a study desk and chair, and a wardrobe with 2 drawers. 

Clearwater Hall is furnished with a sofa, coffee table, dining table and chairs, full size refrigerator and microwave.  The bedrooms are each furnished with a twin bed, a study desk and chair and a wardrobe with 2 drawers.  The bedrooms each have their own heating & air conditioning.  Since there are kitchenettes you will want to have a few microwaveable pans, dishes, and please bring wastepaper baskets.  Shower curtains are provided.  Clearwater Hall has wireless internet and there are television cable hookups in each private bedroom and in the living space.  There is one telephone hookup in the suite.

College Place suites are NOT furnished, but the bedrooms are each furnished with a single bed, study desk and chair and wardrobe with two drawers.  These suites are very nice, but not furnished in the general area, so bring items like you would to furnish an apartment (wastepaper baskets, cleaning supplies, kitchen dishes, microwaveable pans, etc.)  Shower curtains are provided.  College Place has wireless internet and television cable is provided in each private bedroom and in the shared living space.  There is one telephone in the kitchenette with an assigned number.

What should I bring?
Personal Items:  We suggest bringing items that will help your room feel like home, items such as:
posters, pictures, fan, pillows, linens/blankets (twin extra long), stereo, stuffed animals, towels & wash cloths, computer, desk lamp, and a clock.

Cleaning Supplies:  If you live in Clearwater Hall, College Place, or Parrish House please make sure you bring your own toilet plunger and cleaning supplies.  It is helpful to check with your suitemates to see what they plan to bring, or just getting together when you arrive to setup a cleaning scheduling and go on a supplies shopping trip.  The Office of Residence Life stocks each of the suites with one roll of toilet paper, but it is your responsibility to furnish toilet paper for the year.  If light bulbs need replacing, please contact your RA, or complete the form listed on our website at:  http://www.lcsc.edu/reslife/Repairs.htm 

Please do NOT flush paper towels, tissues or anything other than toilet paper, other items will clog the toilets and you will have to wait until the LCSC Physical Plant can fix the problem.

Can we have microwaves?

Yes, you can have microwaves, not greater than 700 watts.  If you are living in Clark Hall, there is one microwave located in the basement kitchen. (See below for Clearwater Hall or College Place)

Can we have refrigerators?

You may have a refrigerator in your room as long as it is no larger than 4.0 cubic feet. If you are in one of the new quads, one full size refrigerator is provided in each suite. (See below for Clearwater Hall or College Place)

Clearwater Hall & College Place (kitchenettes)

The kitchenettes include cupboard space, sink, one microwave and one refrigerator.  It is the responsibility of the residents to provide any cookware, dishes, silverware, glasses, etc., as well as cleaning supplies.  The quad-style units are similar to renting an apartment.  The residents need to provide items for the kitchen.

Where do I get my ID card?

You obtain your Warrior One card from the Student Union Building Information Desk. If you live in Clearwater Hall or Clark Hall, you will need the card before you can obtain access to your building and room/suite.

Where do I get my meal ticket?

Your meal card is the same as your student ID card. Your meal card is activated when you sign up.  If you have not paid for your meal plan by the 6th day of classes, the plan is deactivated.

Where do I get my parking permit?

Your parking permit may be obtained from the Cashier’s window in the Administration Building, the Student Union Building Information Desk or through the Security Office which is located in the basement of the Fine Arts Building.

Where do I park?
If you live in Clark Hall or College Place, a parking lot is adjacent to the building.  You will have to buy a permit to park in the lot.  Street parking is not allowed overnight.  For those living in Clearwater Hall, there are municipal lots nearby which are FREE PARKING.  The lots are on D Street. There is a map provided when you move into Clearwater Hall.

Where do I get my phone?

You need to bring your own phone and answering machine if you live in Clark Hall, Parrish House or Clearwater Hall.  Phones are provided in College Place.

What is my phone number?

Your phone number will be available to you during check-in. If you check in at any other time, please call the Office of Residence Life at
792-2053.  The Office cannot give your phone number to anyone else, so it will be your responsibility to share your phone number with family and friends.
 

 How do I call long distance?

Long distance calls may be made with a phone card or prepaid calling card. You are able to make local calls and 800 numbers without either of those.

Is there a computer hookup?

Campus internet is available in all rooms. An Ethernet capable network card must be installed in your computer. If you are placed in Clark Hall or Parrish House you will need to supply your own Ethernet (CAT5 cable). 

Clearwater Hall and College Place require a 802-11 wireless card on your computer. The least expensive cards we found were:

When and where do I pay my fees?

Fees are paid to the Cashier’s window in the Administration Building. Fees are due by the fifth day of class, unless other financial arrangements have been made.

Can we have pets?

NO - Aquarium FISH are the only pets allowed in the residence halls.  We do not allow any turtles, frogs, hermit crabs or any other aquarium living pet.

Can I get a room to myself?

Clearwater Hall and College Place bedrooms are single bed.  In Clark Hall, single rooms are assigned on a priority basis according to the dates of application for a single room and availability of space.

I’m interested in getting involved on campus - where can I find out about clubs and organizations?

For information on activities and organizations on Campus contact the Clubs & Organizations Office at 208-792-2804. This office is located in the Student Union Building room 208. For activities happening within the residence halls or to become a member of the board, contact the Residence Hall Association Office at 208-792-2855. For information on involvement within your living community, contact your Resident Assistant.

Items that are PROHIBITED in the residence halls:

The electrical system within the residence halls is not designed to carry heavy loads of electrical equipment.  For that reason and because of other safety concerns, open-faced electric or heating appliances such as hot plates, broilers, and space heaters are prohibited.  Residents may have and use appliances with closed coil elements such as coffee pots and hot pots.

Please refer to the Residence Hall Handbook for further answers to questions you may have.

What is my address?

Your address will be:

Your Name LCSC
Your Hall and Room Number
500 8th Avenue
Lewiston, ID 83501

You may purchase postage stamps in the Office of Residence Life, which is located in College Place, Rm. 104.  You will also pick up packages sent to you in the Office of Residence Life.  We look forward to your arrival on campus!

For more information contact the Office of  Residence Life (208) 792-2053  

E-mail: reslife@lcsc.edu  Webpage: http://www.lcsc.edu/reslife

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