Living and Learning 132|Page www.kutztown.edu/thekey KU Alert Emergency Messaging Systems In the event of an emergency, timely and accurate communication of information is critical. Kutztown University has developed a plan for emergency communication that utilizes multiple and redundant methods of communication and notification in order to maximize the effectiveness and reach of the emergency information. Kutztown University uses the mass text messaging warning system powered by Omnilert. Each student's primary mobile phone number and KU email are automatically registered (unless you opted out of receiving texts from KU). Students who wish to add a secondary cell phone and/or email address can do so by logging into the system (you must create an account if it is the first time you've logged in, but your primary phone and email will be synced with your account). Faculty, staff and students will be alerted by broadcast email messages from Kutztown University. Additionally, when registering for Omnilert text messages, users can register up to five email addresses to receive emergency messages. Emergency messages will be posted on the Kutztown University website. Ongoing information updates during an emergency will be posted on the Current Safety Alert Information page. Residence Life and Housing & Dining Services The Residence Life and Housing & Dining Services offices are responsible for all aspects of students’ residence on campus. The programs are designed to meet students’ needs on the physical, emotional, interpersonal, and educational levels. Residence Life and Housing & Dining Services staff manage nine traditional halls, two suite-style halls, and two apartment-style villages which accommodate approximately 4,100 students. Each residence hall is managed and supervised by a Residence Coordinator or a Graduate Resident Director. There are 225-300 student staff serving as Desk Receptionists and Community Assistants to assist in providing a safe, congenial, and educationally supportive environment within the residence halls. Each staff team works with the residents of the hall to develop a strong sense of community within each hall; to explore personal and academic interests which enhance out-of-classroom learning; to develop strong interpersonal skills within a diverse population, and to plan and execute activities in which residents have an opportunity to develop leadership potential. Members of the Residence Life and Housing & Dining Services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to address questions, and refer students to the appropriate services when special needs arise. Students are encouraged to take advantage of the services and support that these staff members provide while making their residency a positive living-learning experience. The two central office staffs coordinate the programs, its processes, and the facilities. Both offices are located in Old Main 106. Inquiries about the housing contract, eligibility for housing, room damages, facilities upkeep, the residence hall computer network, residence hall personnel, hall leadership, and programming resources, should be directed to the staff in this office.
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