Evergreen Hall Newsletter

As a reminder, all members of the SIUE community who are on-ground, including University Housing residents are expected to get a re-entry screening test within 48 hours after your arrival to campus during the mandatory re-entry testing period (January 4-21). For many of you, this will be your second test, since you already submitted a pre-arrival negative test results before returning to campus. If you are a housing resident who registered to stay on-campus during winter break, you are also required to complete the re-entry screening test. More information on the re-entry screening process can be found on the SIUE Coronavirus website.

Students who are awaiting their re-entry testing results should severely limit in-person interactions to essential activities until re-entry testing results are received. Essential activities include:  

• Participating in academic activities including classes, studying or research; in-person classes will continue, and study spaces will remain open
• Receiving a COVID-19 test or other medical care
• Purchasing food
• Going to your on- or off-campus job
• Engaging in an individual outdoor activity, such as running or walking
• Attending a religious observance

In alignment with SIUE’s People-Focused Health and Safety policies and Restore Illinois Tier 3 mitigations: 

• All University programs and events, including student organizations and club sports events, will continue to be held virtually during Tier 3 Mitigations (this excludes academic activities as outlined above)
• Campus operations like textbook pick-up, University Housing move-in, and COVID testing will continue as planned following mitigation guidelines 
• Distribution of materials related to University operations are permitted provided that the People-Focused Health and Safety Guidelines and Event Safety Guidelines are followed
• The Student Fitness Center and other recreation facilities will continue to operate under limited capacity
• Dining facilities are carry-out only and seating around campus is extremely limited
• University Housing’s community health and safety policies remain in place

Thank you for all you are doing to keep our housing communities healthy and safe. It is truly a community effort.

Join Area Council

Area Council is the representative and programmatic board of your community.  If you’re interested in joining or would like more information, complete the “Area Council Application” in Roompact.  All residents are welcome and encouraged to join.  Area Councils plan events for the community, advocate for positive change, and give a voice to the residents! 

Doors are Locked 24/7

Make sure to carry your SIUE ID with you at all times.  The entry doors will remain locked 24/7.

Fitness Room Update

This is a friendly reminder, as a participant and active user of the Evergreen Fitness Center, per the State of Illinois Tier 3 Guidelines, a reservation is required for entry into the Evergreen Hall Fitness Center.  Failure to follow these state mandated requirements will result in having to close the fitness center for non-compliance. Reservations for the Evergreen Hall Fitness Center can be made via this LINK or scanning this QR code on the fitness room door.  Also, please note, it is one user per timeframe and you are only allowed to make one reservation per day.

Roompact

Roompact is the digital platform that University Housing uses to help engage residents in their communities.  Visit https://roompact.com/login to get started!  Within Rooompact, you can engage in community discussions, submit your roommate agreements, sign up for Area Council, contact your RA, and more!

The 2021-2022 Desk Manager application is now open!

The DM application can be found online. If you have questions, please contact Domonique Crosby at docrosb@siue.edu or (618) 650‑4627.  

 Desk Manager (DM) Job Functions

• Provide safety and security for residents
• Provide excellent quality service to residents and guests
• Build rapport with residents
• Educate residents and enforce University Housing policy
• Serve as a resource for the community
• Manage administrative tasks: checking in/out guests; issuing and logging parking permits, packages, and keys; maintaining and updating other forms and records

 Qualifications

• Must submit a completed application by the appropriate deadline: Friday, February 19.
• Must be able to be a DM for the entire 2021-2022 academic year.
• Must have at least a 2.3 cumulative GPA (DMs are required to maintain a 2.3 GPA).
• Cannot be graduating before May 2022.
• Cannot be enrolled in the School of Pharmacy program during the 2021-2022 academic year if a new applicant.
• Must have lived in University Housing for at least one full semester by the time you would begin as a DM. (summer is counted as a semester)
• Must be in good financial, academic, and behavioral conduct standing with the University.
• Submit a completed application by the appropriate deadline: February 19.

SIUE is Smoke-Free Campus

As a reminder, SIUE is a smoke free University.  This applies to all space, inside buildings and out and includes tobacco and cannabis.  Signs have been posted at all University entrances.  You may access the policy at  http://www.siue.edu/policies/6a2.shtml

Career Development Center

Career Development Center 
The Career Development Center is open for virtual appointments. You can make your appointment through your Cougar Jobline account or call our office at 618-650-3708. The Career Development Center can help you with your resume, cover letters, job search, LinkedIn accounts, graduate school personal statements/application, mock interviews, and much more. Our office is located in the lower level of the Student Success Center in room 0281.  

Upcoming Spring 2021 Events: 

Networking: An Employer Panel Virtual Discussion 

Tuesday, February 16 

5:00-6:00 p.m. 

Link provided on Cougar Jobline 

Networking is an invaluable skill for professional development and advancement. Learn more about how to build your confidence in this skill and expand your network through networking experts.   Reserve your spot today through your Cougar Jobline by clicking on Events - Virtual Networking: An Employer Panel Virtual Discussion - +Register or you can call the Career Development Center at 618-650-3708.  Spots are limited!  

Virtual Career Fair Crash Course 

Wednesday, February 24 

2:30 – 3:30 p.m. 

Zoom Link on Cougar Jobline  

Spring 2021, Student Success Center 1252- www.siue.edu/lss/tutoring-resource-center

• When you are inside, always wear a face-covering that covers your mouth and nose, except while you are in your own living unit.
• When you are outside, wear a face-covering anytime you can’t maintain a 6-foot distance between yourself and other people.
• If you have been around someone who has tested positive or think you have COVID-19 symptoms, please fill out the COVID Self-Reporting Form (https://www.siue.edu/about/announcements/coronavirus/reporting-confirmed-cases/index.shtml).
• If you are awaiting COVID-19 test results, please quarantine at home or in your living unit until you get the results back and are cleared by Health Services and University Housing.
• You are strongly encouraged to make any guests that enter your room or apartment wear a face covering at all times and maintain a physical distance of 6 feet when possible.
• Residents are expected to comply with posted occupancy limits for shared common spaces.  A maximum of two times the number of residents who live in the unit may occupy the unit at any time, never to exceed ten persons in a unit.  
• Please wash/sanitize your hands on a regular basis and sanitize any frequently touched surfaces in your living unit and bathroom.
• Violations of COVID-19 expectations and guidelines may result in your removal from University Housing.

Policies – YOU NEED TO KNOW!

As a resident of the Cougar Village, you are responsible for knowing the information, policies, procedures, and deadlines that are contained in the University Housing Living Guide.  To access the living guide, go to:  http://www.siue.edu/housing/pdf/SIUE-Housing-Guide-Final.pdf  

Please note: Residents are not allowed to have signs or post-its in or on their windows! 

Facilities Issue?  Put in a workorder!

University Housing Facilities Management (UHFM) is the unit assigned to the development and maintenance of University Housing facilities and grounds. UHFM is responsible for repairing housing units, care of the grounds surrounding housing facilities, performs snow removal, maintains the cleanliness of common areas and offices in University Housing buildings, oversees pest control and much more.

In the event of any building or grounds related issues, Students need to initiate the repair by submitting a Maintenance Request to University Housing Facilities Management (UHFM). UHFM responds to student initiated repair requests as a first priority.  To complete a work order, click HERE!!!

Get protected!  Insure yourself and your belongings!

University Housing does not insure the personal property of residents. Residents are strongly encouraged to insure their personal belongings while living in University Housing. Students can look into renter’s insurance or their parent/guardian homeowners’ policy for potential coverage options.

SIUE is Smoke Free, Tobacco Free, Nicotine Free

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville has implemented the Illinois law that prohibits smoking and all tobacco related products into its policies and procedures.

To view SIUE’s Smoke Free Campus Policy, click here.

Having TV issues?  Read Me!

Charter Business has transitioned its analog video TV service to high-quality digital TV service, which provides more channels and increased HD content. As part of this transition, only TVs with a digital QAM tuner will be able to view the new digital lineup. If a TV does not have an embedded QAM tuner or is enabled with an external QAM tuner, an error message or snowy picture will appear on the TV.

What is a QAM tuner and how do I know if my TV has one? A QAM tuner allows your TV to tune to the digital or HD cable channels that Charter will be sending out. Most, but not all, TVs that were made after 2006 have a QAM tuner built in. Most Samsung, Sony, Sharp, Panasonic, Toshiba, and Visio models have a built in QAM tuner. Brands like Westinghouse, Colby, Element, or other lower end brands often do not have the QAM tuner. These are only a few examples. Please be sure to check for a QAM tuner when considering a specific TV model.

• You can search online by make/model of your TV or reference your TV's owner’s manual for specific model information related to what type of tuner is present.

• An example of what the manual may say if the TV has a QAM tuner: o “Built-in digital tuner (ATSC/Clear QAM)”

o NOTE: An ATSC tuner will not work with Clear QAM. It MUST say “Clear QAM” or “Digital QAM Tuner”.

 • Additionally, if your TV remote has the (.) or (-) symbol button for easy tuning or is able to display channels with a (.) or (-) as in 5.2 or 5-2, your device likely has a QAM tuner.

NOTE: This is general information regarding integrated QAM tuner enabled TVs. It is always advised to refer to the manufacturer’s website or examine the “technical specifications” section of the owner’s manual to determine information on the QAM tuner.

How do I program my TV to view the new channel lineup?

• Most QAM tuner TVs have a "Channel Search" or "Auto Program" function that will automatically scan the incoming signals and detect the ones that are available. It may be necessary to do a channel search before your TV will allow you to tune to a specific channel.

1. Go into the TV Menu and select “Set Up”

2. Look for and select an option similar to “Channel Search” or “Auto Program”

3. The TV will automatically begin searching to identify all available channels

4. After this auto search is completed, there should be approximately 60-70 channels available for viewing (if the TV has an internal QAM tuner). If no channels are available, it is likely the TV does not have a QAM tuner.

NOTE: If you previously watched a program on channel 4, the new channel may have moved to a new number, such as 4.2 or 4-2. Please speak to your property manager about new channel lineup cards.

NOTE: Most HD TVs have the ability to modify aspect ratios. If your picture seems stretched or has black bars around the picture after the scan, please modify the aspect ratio to fit with your desired viewing experience.

When do I need to reprogram my TV to view the new channel lineup?

• The Clear QAM solution has been installed on-campus. If you have not already, you should plan to program your TV immediately. Until the TV is rescanned, your new digital TV lineup will not be viewable.

• Tivo is not compatible with the QAM solutions

Sign up for e-Lert today!

What is e-Lert? 

SIUE's e-Lert is a text messaging service that will be used to quickly notify faculty, staff, and student cell phones when an urgent situation, such as a bomb threat, severe weather, hostile intruder, or when the University closes due to inclement weather. There is no cost to register for the alerts; however, standard rates may apply if your cell phone plan does not include text messaging.

How do I register for SIUE e-Lert?

If you are a student, faculty, or staff member, you can register by clicking the "Sign Up Now" link and entering your active e-id, password, and cell phone number. Each time you are notified to change your e-id password, you will also be given an opportunity to enroll, update your cell phone number if it has changed, or cancel your registration with the system.

You will still receive alerts as long as you have the same cell phone number.

Rave Guardian

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) now offers the Rave Guardian app for its students and their families. Rave Guardian is one of the best ways to not only improve personal safety but also protect your friends by building a private safety network. This app provides instant communication with friends, family, campus safety, and even 9-1-1.

SIUE encourages all students throughout campus to utilize the app to network with friends and help increase the overall safety and security of the entire student body. An important part of the Guardian app is that students can use it not only to keep themselves safe but to help protect others. Even students who may not feel as if they need others to help keep them safe can utilize the app to be a guardian and help protect their friends.

Download Rave Guardian and Become a Guardian on Campus

Download Rave Guardian for Free The app is available for free on the Apple or Google app store.

Use Rave Guardian to Protect Yourself and Others

Set a Safety Time – Notify people you trust to check in on you if you are alone or in an unfamiliar place.

Manage and Message Your Guardians – Invite family, friends or others to be your Guardian, and communicate with them within the app as needed.

Easy Emergency Communication – Call safety officials directly for help if you are in trouble and send text tips – including photos – if you see something suspicious.

Rave Guardian is a proven personal safety solution used on campuses across the country. To learn more, visit siue.edu/emergency.