Live Here Next Year!
Housing contracts for the 2021-22 academic year are now open. Full details on the selection process can be found here.

Keeping your room? Renew it now.
Want to keep the room or apartment you have now for next year? You can log in and renew your room now!

Not sure where you want to live?
Our on-campus halls and apartments offer hassle-free leases, all-inclusive rates, staff support and so much more!

Plus, if this was your first year on campus, you get to choose the exact room/apartment you want to live in next year. Explore room tours here.

We're hosting information sessions to outline on-campus halls and apartments and answer any questions you have about where to live or how to choose your space for next year. There is a session today (Friday, Dec. 11) at noon and another next Tuesday, Dec. 15, at 7 p.m. We'll also host more in January.

Access the December sessions by clicking the links below or visiting our website.

CA Applications Due!

The application deadline for Community Adviser (CA) positions has been extended. Applications will be accepted through Dec. 13. For more details on the position, or to apply, click here.

CAs are critical to the Department of Residence mission. Each house, building or area has one live-in CA who provides leadership, develops programs and activities, serves as a resource to residents and enforces policies to ensure the safety of residents.
Winter Break - Sign up to Stay by Dec. 19
All halls and apartments are open during break. However, if you live in Maple, Willow, Larch, Birch, Welch, Roberts, Barton, Lyon, Freeman, Friley, Helser, Eaton and Martin you need register by 11:59 p.m. on Dec. 19 to have access to your room between Dec. 20 and Jan. 6. If you don't register, your access card will be turned off during that time and turned back on Jan. 7. You can register here.

Complete details can be found here. Remember - keep your heat on anytime you leave and lock your windows and doors!
Winter Session Classes
You still have time to register for a winter session course and lighten your spring class load. Classes begin Dec. 14, however, the registration deadline is Dec. 16. You can register here.
Dining Reminders
Winter break hours have started in all our locations. Please be sure to check our website for location hours and menu options.

You can use your Fall 2020 meal plan through dinner service on Jan. 6. Spring 2021 meal plans start on Jan. 7. If you need to add meal swipes or dining dollars to your fall plan, please email dining@iastate.edu. You can also make any changes to your spring meal plan by clicking here.

We are also starting our spring employment drive. We are looking to fill openings in most of our locations. Starting pay is $11-$12 an hour and we'll work around your schedule. Start your application process here!
Vaccine and Protocol Updates

A memo was released on Dec. 9 that outlined important updates regarding COVID-19. You can read the memo here. Stay up-to-date on all campus updates relating to COVID-19 by checking the university's COVID-19 response page.
The SHOP Open Over Winter Break

The SHOP, a student run food pantry, will be open this winter to help those in need. Located in 1306 Beyer Hall, you can stop by between 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesdays and Fridays, except on University holidays when offices are closed. It is open to all ISU students. For more information, or to volunteer, click here.
Laptop Loaner Program

If you are in need of a laptop computer for online classes, you can check out one to use with the Laptop Loaner Program through the University Library. You will need to make a request by 5 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 4. Requests will not be accepted after that date. To take part in the program, click here and scroll down to the “What if I can’t afford to buy my own laptop section.” 
See ISU Theatre's Original Take on A Christmas Carol

ISU Theatre’s fall season will conclude with Our Community Carol: A Blueprint for a Play. This is a modern-day version of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol that is set in Ames and narrated by three bored theatre ghosts. This film will be streamed from Dec. 11-30, cost is a “pay what you will” donation.

For more information, or to access the show, click here.
CYCLONE HOME: The E-News You Can Use!
 
Things you need to know, the latest Dining news, fun events and more will be part of Cyclone Home every Friday! Check out all the past issues here.

Iowa State University Department of Residence & ISU Dining
515-294-2900