A Resident Assistant or RA is a student staff member in Residential Life whose purpose
is to build a community between residents in a floor/building community, assist roommates
in defining rules/expectations for their room, and put on events in the halls to encourage
residents to meet their neighbors.
A Resident Director or RD is an upper class student with previous experience as an
RA who supervises RA staff, supports residents, and assists in emergency situations.
What if my roommate and I don’t get along?
Living with a roommate is a new experience for most college students, even if they
shared a room at home, it was typically with a family member who they’ve grown up
with. It is okay if you and your roommate aren’t best friends who share all the same
interests, majors and beliefs. In some cases it is better to just be roommates who
share a mutual respect for one another.
If issues arise between you and your roommate, we encourage you to seek a solution
to the issue early. If you don’t feel comfortable discussing the issue one on one
with your roommate, your RA can assist your room in finding a resolution that works
for everyone in the room. If the RA needs assistance with mediating a roommate disagreement
they will utilize the support of their RD or the professional staff in the Department
of Housing and Residential Life.
If something is broken or needs to be fixed in my room, what do I do?
Whether it’s a leaky faucet or a broken appliance, or housekeeping assistance in common
areas, Campus Operations is ready to help!
To submit a work order:
Login to MyPortal
On the left side, there is a box with Quick Links. Click on the link titled, "Maintenance
Requests - SchoolDude"
Fill out the Maintenance Request (If you are unsure of your problem type, click on
the Money Bag symbol for "General Maintenance"
Submit the maintenance request
You can check on your maintenance request status by clicking on the tab "My Requests"
For assistance or an emergency, contact Campus Operations at: - Email: Campusops@trine.edu - Phone: 260-665-4155
How do I change my meal plan?
If you would like to request a different meal plan, please contact Housing at housing@trine.edu or 260-665-4646 and they will be able to change your meal plan.
Are University Residence Halls co-ed?
Yes, all residence halls are co-ed. However, each room, apartment, Villa or house
is the same biological sex.
What is the guest policy?
Guests are permitted as long as it aligns with the room's roommate agreement. Guests
are limited to stay a maximum of 2 nights per week. Please refer to the Student Handbook for more information on the guest policy.
Are pets allowed?
The only pets allowed in the residence halls are fish in a tank that is 10 gallons
or less.
Please refer to the Student Handbook for information on the pet policy.
Can I store my belongings on campus over the summer?
Due to camps and conferences happening in each room during the summer, all belongings must be removed from the room at the time of move out. We are not able
to store belongings.
Where can I print in my residence hall?
Each residence hall has a printer located in the main common space area.
What is a roommate agreement? Why do I have to complete one?
A roommate agreement is a conversation held with your RA and all of your roommates.
It is a document for all roommates to have the same expectations about the room. This
includes cleaning routine, guests, and study time. Each room will schedule a time
that works best for everyone with their RA and this conversation is required.
Are the halls open during holidays and breaks?
The residence halls are closed during holidays and breaks unless permission is granted.
Please contact the Department of Housing and Residential Life if you need to stay
on campus during these times.
What are quiet hours and when are they?
Quite hours occur Sunday-Thursday from 10pm-7am and Friday-Saturday are 12am-7am.
These hours are for those that need to go to bed early, need study time, and a community
standard.
What happens when someone is caught violating policies?
If someone violates any policies related to the Department of Housing and Residential
Life from the Student Handbook, the executive director will reach out for a conversation
about the violation. Consequences will be given at that time.
Who is responsible for cleaning the apartment or suite?
Students are responsible for cleaning their rooms. This can be a part of the roommate
agreements as an established routine.
Is there a fee for cleanup when I move out? Who is responsible for damages to the
apartment or suite?
If there is excessive cleaning that needs to take place for Housekeeping, all residents
living in that room will be charged a fee. If there are damages done by one person,
that person will be charged a room damage fee depending on the damage that occurred.
If there is damage in the living spaces of the entire room, all residents in that
room will be assessed a damage fee depending on the damage that occurred.
I lost my room key and/or mailbox key. How do I request a new one?
If you have lost any of your keys, please contact the Housing and Residential Life
Department and we will be able to get you a new one. Please note that a key replacement
fee will be charged to your student account.
What is provided in a room?
Refer to the Residence Halls tab.
What items am I allowed to have? What items am I not allowed to have?
For more detailed information, please refer to the Student Handbook.
What is the mattress size?
Each student is assigned a Twin XL mattress. Bringing your own mattress is not permitted.
Are there laundry facilities in the residence halls?
Yes, all halls have designated laundry facilities for residents to use. There is no
additional cost for use of laundry facilities but students are responsible for providing
their own detergent or other laundry supplies.
Students are encouraged to monitor their laundry while in the washers/dryers to limit
any confusion or mix ups of laundry being misplaced or lost.
Can I remove furniture from my room?
No. All university furniture that is placed in a room must stay in the room. Removal
of furniture is not permitted.
Can I bring my own mattress?
Each student is assigned a Twin XL mattress. Bringing your own mattress is not permitted.
What are the approximate room and window sizes?
Please visit the various residence hall descriptions for the typical sizes and room
dimensions.
What kind of security do the buildings have?
All residential buildings exterior doors are locked. Residents of the building swipe
their Trine ID at the door to enter. Residents of the building are only able to swipe
into their building. All residential students have swipe access to the Stadium Hall
lobby door Monday-Friday 8am-5pm to have access to the Department of Housing and Residential
Life.
Studio style rooms all have door locks to each room. Apartments and Villas have locks
to enter the common space of the unit as well as bedroom door locks to secure each
bedroom.
Are the residence halls air conditioned?
All residence halls have air conditioning. If you are having trouble with your thermostat,
please reach out to your RA and they will be able to help.
How much does living on campus cost?
For more information on tuition and costs, please visit this link.
What is my mailing address if I live on campus?
Student Name 1 University Avenue Box # ____ Angola, IN 46703
All residential students have a mailbox at the Mail Center located in the University
Center. Students receive a mailbox key with their room key(s) to access their mailbox.
Packages will also be delivered to the Mail Center. Students will receive an email
notification when they have a package to pick up.
I need medical accommodations. What should I do?
Please contact Nicole Kibiloski, Director of Accessibility Services, for assistance
with the process.
When can I move in?
For more information on move-in, please visit the move in page at this link.
Where do I check-in?
All Trine University main campus students (including commuter students) will need
to complete the university check-in process with their appropriate group listed on
the move in page. At the end of this process residential students will be checked
into their room assignments and receive their keys.
For more information on move-in, please visit this link.
Will I have help moving my belongings up to my room?
Yes, move-in helpers will be available for new student check-in and move-in and returning
student check-in and move-in. They are not available to help with students who check
in and move in early.
Are students required to live on campus?
Trine University students are required to live on campus for 4 years. Students who
are married, responsible for a dependent child, living at home with a parent or guardian
(within 50 miles of Angola), or 22 years of age on or before August 1 of the upcoming
academic year may be waived from this requirement.
Can I move in early/stay late if I need to?
Requests for early arrival and/or late departure must be approved in writing by the
Department of Housing and Residential Life. Please contact the Department of Housing
and Residential Life for more information.
Are all residents required to have a meal plan?
All residential students are required to purchase a 10 or 19 meals-per-week plan provided
by Bon Appetit. Trine Villas or university-owned house residents are exempt from the
meal plan requirement and may choose 50 meals a semester meal plan or decline a plan
altogether.
Will I be refunded for meals that I do not use?
Meal swipes that are not used in the week are not refundable.
Will I need renters insurance if I live on-campus?
Check with your current homeowners policy to determine if your current policy insures
your students belongings in the case of flood, fire, natural disaster or theft. If
not, you may want to purchase renters insurance.
May I remain in the residence hall if I withdraw from school?
First-time students who withdraw from the university and move out of campus housing
within the first week of classes will be charged a prorated daily room and board fee.
Students who leave the university and move out of campus housing within the second
and third week of classes will be issued a 50% room and board refund. If a student
leaves campus housing after the third week of classes, room and board charges are
non-refundable.
What is a Roommate Group?
A group of students wanting to live together. After completing the housing application
students are able to create/join roommate groups to select their preferred housing
space. Roommate group size must match the number of beds in a room/apartment/Villa
to select a preferred choice.
How do I request approval to live off-campus?
Trine University students are required to live on campus. Students who are married,
responsible for a dependent child, living at home with a parent or guardian (within
50 miles of Angola), or 22 years of age on or before August 1 of the upcoming academic
year may be waived from this requirement. Students with a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or
higher who have completed 60 credit hours may be approved to move into a university-recognized
fraternity/sorority house or Christian Campus House.
All students must have the written approval from the Housing Department prior to moving
off campus. If a student fails to receive a proper contract release or provides false information,
then the student may be subject to room and board charges for the entire contract
term and additional actions up to and including dismissal from Trine University. You can fill out the request to move-off campus form by clicking here.
When do I need to complete my Housing Application?
We recommend students complete the application as soon as possible.
New Students who have already submitted their housing deposit will receive a link
to the application starting on December 1st to their personal email. If a student
deposits after December 1st then the application link is sent after the deposit has
been processed by the university.
Returning students will receive a link to the application early in spring semester.
Am I allowed to break my housing contract?
This contract is effective for the entire academic year and may not be broken atthe end of Fall semester, unless graduating from Trine University or studying abroad. Additionally, students who cancel this room and board contract on or after August
1, 2025, will be required to pay room and board charges for the entire contract term.
What are my housing options as a first-year student?
Please visit the various residence hall descriptions to view all housing options.
New and Returning students are able to select their roommates by creating a roommate
group or joining a group created by a student they want to live with.
Once all desired roommates have joined the group, the group leader (or creator) is
able to select the desired room.
NOTE: Room selection for all students opens on specific dates based on the students
classification. For more details, please visit this link.
How many students live in each room?
Please visit the various residence hall descriptions to view all roommate group options.
What are the requirements to live in a villa?
Eligible students must have:
Attended at least 4 semesters at Trine.
A Trine Career GPA for 2.9+.
A minimum of 60 expected credits.
If you qualify, you are able to form a group with other students who also qualify.
The group’s average GPA is calculated and those groups with the higher GPAs will be
awarded a Villa.