As part of our ongoing response to COVID-19, university operations, including housing and dining, will follow public health guidance from Colorado and Larimer County and evolve as those recommendations change. We recognize that this fall will be different than previous years and will continue to update our website as these important details are finalized.
For more information visit covid.colostate.edu/kb/slow-the-spread-how-to-guide/
Off-campus testing:
How to report if you tested somewhere other than at CSU and are positive:
What if a staff member needs to enter my room to repair something?
To better protect both staff and students, it is advised that students leave the room while work is completed. All staff members will wear masks and are required to maintain a physical distance of 6 feet from students if they cannot leave the room. Residents are also required to wear masks when staff are present in their room.
Is hand sanitizer available at the residence halls?
Yes, in addition to the front desk areas, hand sanitizer stations are being added to the resident floors. Handwashing is best and we encourage all students to regularly wash hands (i.e. after passing through public spaces, before and after eating, after using the restroom, etc.).
How often will community bathrooms be cleaned?
Community bathrooms will be cleaned twice per day and Housing & Dining Facilities will also provide cleaning supplies if students would like to additionally clean surfaces before and after use.
How often will suite bathrooms be cleaned?
Suite bathrooms will be cleaned once per month to reduce staff entry into student rooms. Cleaning kits will be provided for each suite room for self-cleaning of sinks/vanities and bathrooms between staff cleanings.
What additional measures are being taken to sanitize the surfaces in common areas like lobbies?
In addition to frequent cleaning, we are purchasing electrostatic disinfectant sprayers for staff use, which contain positively charged particles that are able to aggressively adhere to surfaces and objects.
Explore dining options
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I have specific dietary needs – will someone be available to help guide me with food options?
Yes, our dietician is available to help guide you and we take your needs seriously. Students with dietary needs will receive a welcome packet to highlight options.
Can I change roommates, rooms or halls during the semester? What are my options if am I asked to move?
Will the residence halls remain open after Fall Break when courses all shift to an online format?
Yes, we are committed to maintaining housing and meal options for all students who need to remain on campus during and after Fall Break, Nov. 21-Dec. 18. We predict many residents will choose to complete the remainder of the semester elsewhere, and therefore plan on housing remaining students in a smaller subset of residential buildings. All incoming residents were sent an email in early July asking them to please select the option that best applies to their planned living arrangements for November 21-December 18. As many residents as possible who initially indicated a need to remain in the halls for the final weeks of the semester received a new building and/or room assignment. The opportunity to officially register for Fall Break and extended housing will be offered in mid- to late-October, and we will work with residents to make the transition as smooth as possible. The assignments process this fall has been unprecedented and we appreciate your patience as we continue to work through numerous adjustments and changes.
2020-2021 room and board rates are posted at housing.colostate.edu/halls/rates/.
Will my room be held if I choose not to live on campus for Fall Break and the final three weeks of the fall semester?
Yes, your room assignment and housing contract are for the full academic year. If you leave campus for Fall Break and the remainder of the semester, your room will remain assigned to you and your belongings can remain in that space. Please note that building access during these times may be limited to those who remain on campus, so residents who are leaving should take everything they will need with them. If shifting University operations require a change in housing operations, including assignments, we will alert residents as soon as possible.
If you have COVID-19 symptoms or believe you have been exposed, fill out the Student Daily Symptom Checker at covid.colostate.edu/daily-symptom-checker. CSU public health officials will review your form and will call you to guide you through any follow-up actions or steps needed. All students should complete this form each day before leaving their room or apartment. All employees, including student workers, who are reporting to university grounds are also expected and required to complete the form daily.
We recognize the extra strain this fall semester has imposed on student staff. We have taken the following measures to ensure student staff have the tools and information they need to support themselves and their residents during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The university apartments are open year-round, regardless of whether CSU classes are in-person or online. We are carefully monitoring public health guidance and the university is required to follow guidelines to protect our students and community. Any changes or updates will be shared with incoming students.
Can I show up anytime during my arrival date?
Yes. We do encourage residents, if possible, to move in during hours when the community office will be open: Aggie Village is open Monday-Sunday, 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Aggie Village Family, International House, and University Village is open 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Mon.-Fri.; 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Sa.-Su., but these are subject to change. If the office is closed, a duty number will be posted to contact staff to assist.
What should we do if our travel plans do not coincide with our arrival date?
Residents should adhere to their scheduled arrival date as much as possible. If circumstances arise that may cause difficulty, please contact our office at housing@colostate.edu. While we cannot assure the apartment will be ready for a different arrival date, we will accommodate as much as possible.
Are family members or helpers allowed to assist with Move-In?
Guests/Move-In helpers are limited to 2 per resident or family and are asked to leave campus by the end of Move-In day. Overnight guests are not permitted in the apartments.
Are masks required during Move-In?
All students, guests, and staff are required to wear masks in public spaces on university grounds, including outdoors, at all times.
Are there quarantine/isolation requirements for incoming students prior to arrival?
With just three weeks to go before Move In week, we are looking forward to welcoming you to campus! Two weeks prior to arriving on campus, students (and up to two people helping them move in) should monitor for symptoms and self-isolate as much as possible to limit exposure as everyone arrives at CSU. We are working closely with the CSU Pandemic Preparedness Team to develop plans for COVID-19 testing during Move-In and we will share details as soon as we have a finalized plan. See covid.colostate.edu/kbtopic/testing to learn more.
Is it okay to have items shipped ahead to my apartment?
No. Limited storage prohibits us from storing packages for future residents. Consider trying to schedule deliveries to arrive shortly after your Move-In date as an alternative.
Are there any new policies related to friends visiting, or for overnight guests?
Yes, non-resident guests are prohibited until the pandemic is over, including residents of other buildings and family members, except in the lobby areas. All lobby guests are required to wear masks and physically distance (6 feet apart). Only guests from within the floor/wing/building/complex are permitted in apartments.
What if a staff member needs to enter my apartment to repair something?
To better protect both staff and students, it is advised that students leave the apartment while work is completed. All staff members will wear masks and are required to maintain a physical distance of 6 feet from students if they cannot leave the apartment. Residents are also required to wear masks when staff are present in their apartment.
What additional measures are being taken to sanitize the surfaces in common areas like lobbies?
In addition to frequent cleaning, we are purchasing electrostatic disinfectant sprayers for staff use, which contain positively charged particles that are able to aggressively adhere to surfaces and objects.
Will roommates be assigned and at what capacity will the apartments be filled?
Other than students living in apartments designed or designated for individual assignments, residents can expect to be placed with a roommate(s). Public health experts have provided guidance that living with roommates is acceptable and we are asking residents to wear masks in public spaces, sanitize/clean high-touch surfaces regularly, and practice proper handwashing. Space is set aside in the event that quarantine apartments are needed.
Can I change roommates or apartments during the semester? What are my options if am I asked to move?
Assignment changes will be limited only to those deemed critical by Housing & Dining Services staff including but not limited to conduct/discipline, maintenance, and/or irreconcilable roommate differences after conflict resolution efforts have been attempted.
Residents must comply with temporary or permanent reassignment at the direction of Housing & Dining Services, including compliance with any directions for isolation or quarantine.
Will the apartments remain open after Fall Break when courses all shift to an online format?
Yes. Apartment leases are for the full academic year and do not close during academic breaks or University holidays. All residents will have full access to their apartment throughout the duration of their lease.
If you have COVID-19 symptoms or believe you have been exposed, fill out the Student Daily Symptom Checker at covid.colostate.edu/daily-symptom-checker. CSU public health officials will review your form and will call you to guide you through any follow-up actions or steps needed. All students should complete this form each day before leaving their room or apartment. All employees, including student workers, who are reporting to university grounds are also expected and required to complete the form daily.