News and Updates
Updated Storage Policy & Request Form — April 2007
In order to take advantage of the storage service, I must live at least 300 miles away from campus as stated in the current Student Handbook. Space is available on a first-come, first-served basis. I understand that I assume full responsibility for items placed in any storage area. “Although Messiah will make every reasonable effort to protect student property, it is not in any way liable for the loss, theft, or damage of any property belonging to residents. Messiah is also not responsible for damage or injury that may be caused by breakage, leakage, or obstruction of pipes, electrical systems, loss of computer programs because of electrical surges, or by other latent building system defects not known to Messiah.”
I understand that I cannot store empty boxes during the summer. I understand that I am not allowed to store furniture of any kind; carpet, lumber or lofts, tires, flammable liquids, room furnishings. Other upholstered furniture is not permitted in storage rooms! Due to limited space available, a student should not expect to store more than two to three medium-sized boxes.
I will ensure that all items are properly secured—and that none of the items in boxes, crates, trunks, etc., can shift and/or fall out of their containers. Items must be packaged as if to be shipped or mailed. Belongings may get moved around somewhat due to changes in the storage areas. I further understand that failure to comply with any of the above stipulations may result in disposal and/or removal of items placed in any storage area.
Retrieving Your Items
You may retrieve your items at the beginning of each semester at posted times. Access will not be given during the summer.
NOTE: Items that remain in storage for more than 30 days after permanently leaving on-campus housing or student status (i.e. transfer, graduation, etc.) will be disposed of after an attempt has been made to contact him/her.
1. Complete and submit a Storage Request Form (click on link below) to RD for building you are currently living in for the Fall ’07 semester.
2. Wait for RD approval and set of Residence Life storage labels from RD
3. Pack your belongings and bring to the storage area May 8 – May 16 from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Storage Policy and Request Form (pdf)
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Name Change Announced — May 2005
At the March 2 meeting of the Co-Curricular Education Council, the Office of Residence Education (formerly) received unanimous approval to change their department name to the Office of Residence Life. This in no way diminishes the educational mission of the department, rather it recognizes the breadth of the department within the co-curricular educational programs. This change also aligns Messiah College more with ACUHO-I (Association of College and University Housing Officers-International) and our institutional benchmarks.
In addition, the department has realigned the staffing of residence halls. The Residence Director (RD) and Resident Assistant (RA) will remain in place. New student positions this fall will be Assistant Residence Directors (ARDs) who under the supervision and direction of the RD will manage and supervise an apartment building; Community Assistants (CA) who will assist ARDs with small tasks and programming; and Senior Resident Assistants (SRAs), who under the direction of the RD, will assist the RD with daily administrative tasks within the building and provide additional leadership for the RAs. These changes provide a great opportunity for staff who desire a career in residence life to get some “hands on” experience. Harrisburg housing will also look different this fall. An Educator in Residence and an Assistant Residence Director will work collaboratively with students to build a stronger community connection through community service projects.
