The Residence Hall Leadership Organization (RHLO) is an initiative created in 2011 through which current first-year students can
aid their Resident Advisors in running Res Life activities and affairs in the Southfield and LLC residence hall hubs. It's a good way for first-year students to become active in their communities, and you can learn about the process by following the steps below.

==Steps==

#Only first-year students may currently apply for RHLO.
#The application process opens near the beginning of both the fall and spring semesters. Advertisements containing dates and important information are usually posted on the RA bulletin boards near the elevators of each residence hall.
#Applicants have multiple methods of application. They may submit written essays, songs, videos or other forms that suit the purpose of the application.

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[[Columbia University]] offers a wide array of classes that you can take during your time in college; with many departments and majors, Columbia offers opportunities to learn with depth and breadth. This guide will show you how to register for courses and keep you on track during your four years here.

==How to determine your registration appointment==
#Navigate to [www.ssol.columbia.edu Columbia Student Services Online (SSOL)].
#Log in to SSOL (Student Services OnLine) with your UNI and password.
#Scroll down on the screen you are redirected to and click “Registration Appointments”, located under the heading of “Academic Records”.
#The first date and time in this list is the first chance you will get to register for classes. Make sure to log on in the beginning of this period to ensure that you have the best chance of getting the classes you want.

==How to view the classes offered in a semester==
There are several ways of viewing all the classes that Columbia has to offer. With over 500 choices, looking for the best course may get overwhelming. Here are a few ways to determine what classes are available each semester and which class is right for you.

#Read the [http://www.columbia.edu/cu/bulletin/uwb/ Columbia Course Catalogue], which lists all classes offered by Columbia University. The Catalogue also allows you to sift through classes by inputting the name, semester and time of the class you are looking for. Additionally, you can browse through the course catalogue by departments; just click on the letter that the department begins with and go from there.
# Another course listing site is the [http://college.columbia.edu/bulletin/depts Columbia College Bulletin]. Click on the department you’d like to take classes in. The departments are located on the left-hand side bar. Click on the “Course Listings” button, located under the department heading on the top of the page.
3. Scroll to view all the departmental courses and their times available. Make sure you check to make sure that the class is offered during the appropriate semester you are trying to register for.
3. School of Engineering Courses:
i. School of Engineering and Sciences has its own, separate website for courses. View it here (http://bulletin.engineering.columbia.edu/key-course-listings)
1. Click on the department of interest on the left hand side bar.
2. Click the subheading “Courses” located on the sidebar beneath the department’s title.

2. How to Decide Which Section of Each Course to Take
There are many things to consider when choosing which classes to take for your next semester. Make sure to check Columbia’s graduation requirements, your major requirements, and reviews of potential professors to ensure that you graduate happily and on time.
1. How to View Your Graduation Requirements
a. The Graduation Requirements for Columbia College can be found here. (http://www.college.columbia.edu/bulletin/requirements.php)
i. In order to graduate with a Bachelor’s of the Arts from Columbia College, each student is required to take 124 credits.
ii. Each Student must complete the requirements of the Core Curriculum, found on the above page.
b. a. The Graduation Requirements for Columbia School of Engineering can be by a departmental basis. Visit here (http://engineering.columbia.edu/files/engineering/EngineeringMajorsPamphlet.pdf) for degree information on a major-by-major format.
2. How to view your major requirements
a. Columbia College’s major requirements are listed by department on The Bulletin.
i. Click on the department of interest in the left sidebar.
ii. Navigate to the “Undergraduate Requirements” page, which is located under the Department heading.
3. How to Choose Professors using CULPA
a. The website CULPA (www.culpa.info) provides reviews of many of Columbia’s professors. Search their last names in the search box on the right.
b. The best professors are ranked by nuggets, gold being the hugest and silver being next best. To view professors with golden nuggets, click “Gold” on the right sidebar.

STEP#3: How to Put Together Your Schedule
It’s not easy to plan out your schedule for the year. Luckily, Columbia has some tools that will help you assemble your student schedule.
1. How to Check Your Pre-Registered Classes
ii. Log into SSOL and click on “Student Schedule”, located under the heading “Academic Records”.
iii. Select the semester of interest in the “Viewing Options” box, located at the very top of the screen. Then hit the “Update View” button, to the right.
iv. Note the classes and times that you are currently registered for. These classes are components of the Core Curriculum; it is difficult to move them so try to plan your schedule around these course times.
2. How to Put Together Your Schedule
v. Use Schedule Builder by Adi as a template for your schedule. (http://courses.adicu.com/)
vi. Enter the title or course number of the class you are looking to take in the search box at the top and click on its title when it shows up below the search box. If you are still deciding on classes, visit the “How to Select Classes” page.
vii. All possible sections of the class that you have entered will appear on the schedule builder. Select the timeslot that you prefer.
viii. Do this for all your classes. Keep in mind that when you actually register for classes, some of the courses you have selected may be full. Leave some room for flexibility in your schedule so that you can easily select another class section if your top choice is full.

STEP #4: How to Register for Classes (on Registration Day)
4. Log into SSOL (ssol.columbia.edu) during the beginning of your registration appointment [link to reg. apt page].
5. Click the “Registration” button under the Academic Records category.
6. Enter the code of the class you intend to add. The code can be found when searching for classes in any of Columbia’s class directories. [link to “classes available guide”]

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Stressbusters

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'''Stressbusters''' is a division of [[Health Services|Columbia Health Services]]. Through Stressbusters, students are trained in the art of massage and assist various student group events by giving back rubs and promoting techniques on coping with stress.

Stressbusters also runs its own events throughout the academic year:
*Melt Away Mondays: Every first and third Monday, free back rubs are available from 7-8pm in the Wallach 1st Floor Lounge.
*Wind Down Wednesdays: Every Wednesday, students can find Stressbusters in the [[Wien]] 1st Floor Lounge from 4-5pm.
*During [[Reading Week]], Stressbusters will be available in [[Butler Library]].
*Check the [http://www.facebook.com/Stressbusters Stressbusters Facebook page] for the latest updates on Stressbusters events.

==Steps==

Stressbusters can be a great complement to study breaks, informal mixers, information fairs, and [[Res Life]] activities.
#[[Alice!]] requests that you book Stressbusters at least 2 weeks in advance.
#Determine the event type and the approximate number of attendees.
#Fill out the [http://health.columbia.edu/forms/stressbusters-request-form Stressbusters Request Form].

==External links==
*[http://health.columbia.edu/services/alice/stressbusters Health Services: Stressbusters]
*[http://www.facebook.com/Stressbusters Stressbusters on Facebook]

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How to use Nightline

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'''Nightline''' is “an anonymous, nonjudgmental peer listening hotline that primarily serves the [[Barnard]] and [[Columbia]] communities and their affiliates. Nightline offers a safe space for callers to talk, operating by the mottos, ‘We are here to listen" and "We are here to get you through the night.” Nightline supports its callers by providing both a listening and referral service.<ref>[http://www.columbia.edu/cu/nightline Nightline: Barnard-Columbia Peer Listening]</ref>

Students and Columbia community members should call Nightline if they need an anonymous, non-judgmental, and extensively trained peer to listen to them vent about any number of issues ranging from relationship problems or stress about midterms to issues surrounding sexual identity, eating disorders, suicidal thoughts or feelings of depression. Nightline reminds Columbia/Barnard students: “You don't need to be going through a crisis to call; sometimes it just helps to talk to somebody.”

==Steps==
#Call 212-854-7777.
#Nightline operates between 10pm and 3am nightly.
#A trained, anonymous, and non-judgmental peer will pick up the phone.
#Your peer can support you either by listening or providing you with a referral.

Please see the [http://www.columbia.edu/cu/nightline Nightline official site] for more details.

==References==
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How to make a Columbia Psychological Services appointment

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'''Columbia Psychological Services (CPS)''' supports the Columbia University community by providing counseling, consultation, and crisis interventions. The CPS Main Office is located on the 8th floor of Lerner. A similar service is [[How to Use Nightline|Nightline]], which can be contacted from 10pm-3am at 212-854-7777 in order to speak to a trained, non-judgmental peer listener who is capable of providing referrals.

==Steps==

#Regularly scheduled appointments can be made during the Main Office Clinical Hours, which are as follows:
##Monday through Thursday: 8:00am - 6:30pm
##Friday, 8:00am - 4:30 p.m.
#In order to make a regularly scheduled appointment, call (212) 854-2878. You will be provided with a phone appointment with a counselor, scheduled within 1 business day of your initial call. This phone appointment may lead to an in-person appointment, according to the urgency of your need.
#You should arrive 10 minutes early to your appointment to fill out necessary forms.
#You may also meet with a counselor during walk-in hours out of a variety of offices located in Residence Halls. The walk-in hours and locations are as follows:
##[http://www.columbia.edu/about_columbia/map/carman.html 100 Carman Hall] Tuesday: 7:30pm - 9:00pm Thursday: 6:00pm - 9:00pm
##[http://www.columbia.edu/about_columbia/map/east_campus.html 210 East Campus] Wednesday: 5:30pm - 8:30pm Thursday: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
##[http://www.columbia.edu/about_columbia/map/hartley.html 115 Hartley Hall] Monday: 7:00pm - 9:00pm Tuesday: 7:00pm - 9:00pm Wednesday: 5:00pm - 9:00pm
##600 W. 113th St, Room 2BB Monday: 6:00pm - 9:00pm Tuesday: 5:30pm - 10:00pm Thursday: 5:30pm - 9:00pm
##[http://www.columbia.edu/about_columbia/map/broadway_residence.html 102 Broadway Residence Hall] Tuesday, 5:30pm - 9:00pm Thursday, 6:30pm - 10:00pm
##[http://www.columbia.edu/about_columbia/map/greene.html Jerome Greene Hall, Room 649] (Law students only) Monday, 5:30pm - 8:30pm Wednesday, 4:00pm - 8:00pm Friday, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
#If you have a psychiatric emergency outside of these available hours, you can either contact a clinician on call at (212) 854-9797, or visit your nearest emergency room. The nearest ER for students at the Morningside Campus is St. Luke’s-Roosevelt Hospital Center Psychiatric Emergency Room (212 523-4000).

==External Links==
[http://health.columbia.edu/services/cps Counseling and Psychological Services]

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'''Nightline''' is “an anonymous, nonjudgmental peer listening hotline that primarily serves the [[Barnard]] and [[Columbia]] communities and their affiliates. Nightline offers a safe space for callers to talk, operating by the mottos, ‘We are here to listen" and "We are here to get you through the night.” Nightline supports its callers by providing both a listening and referral service.<ref>[http://www.columbia.edu/cu/nightline Nightline: Barnard-Columbia Peer Listening]</ref>

Students and Columbia community members should call Nightline if they need an anonymous, non-judgmental, and extensively trained peer to listen to them vent about any number of issues ranging from relationship problems or stress about midterms to issues surrounding sexual identity, eating disorders, suicidal thoughts or feelings of depression. Nightline reminds Columbia/Barnard students: “You don't need to be going through a crisis to call; sometimes it just helps to talk to somebody.”

==How to Use Nightline==
#Call 212-854-7777.
#Nightline operates between 10pm and 3am nightly.
#A trained, anonymous, and non-judgmental peer will pick up the phone.
#Your peer can support you either by listening or providing you with a referral.

Please see the [http://www.columbia.edu/cu/nightline Nightline official site] for more details.

==References==
<references/>

(http://www.columbia.edu/cu/nightline)

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Maintenance requests should be filed whenever there is a facility-related issue in campus [[housing]]. Requests are received and handled by [[Facilities Management]].

'''1. Determine whether or not your maintenance request should be treated as an emergency.'''

The following requests are considered emergencies:

* Window that cannot close
* Doors that cannot be secured or that will not allow access into the room
* Fires
* Doors/Locks that are broken by the FDNY in emergency situations
* Floods/Leaks
* Lack of a single light source in which a temporary light source cannot be provided
* Power failure
* Stolen keys
* Clogged or overflowed toilet in a suite
* Lack of a single heat source in which a temporary heat source cannot be provided
* The smell of gas

In an emergency situation,

'''2. Filing'''

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