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Student Counselor, Resident Adviser, or Head or Associate Resident whenever
problems confront you. If they cannot help you, they will direct you to some-
one who can. If you run into a situation which cannot be handled by one of the
area offices, feel free to drop in at the central Housing Office to talk things
over.
 The Housing Office invites the families of new students to visit the Resi-
dence Halls and is always happy to meet parents and students to discuss any
general or personal housing problem.
 Room assignments are made during the summer as applications are received,
and rent is paid by all incoming students before they arrive in Gainesville.
Student residents may check into their assigned rooms after 9:00 a. m. on Sat-
urday, September 12th. Check-in hours are between 9:00 a. m. and 10:00 p. m.
 You are allowed to select your roommate if possible. If you and another
incoming student request each other as roommates and apply simultaneously
at an early date, the Housing Office tries to place you in a room together. A
better policy, however, is to room with someone you have never met before; in
this way you can make valuable new friendships.
 The University has an established policy requiring all students who have
completed less than one full year of college vork to live in the Residence Halls,
as long as space is available. Single undergraduate women may be required
to live on campus.
 What do you need for your room to make it your "home away from home"?
The first thing to be considered is linens. The University maintains a linen
service which will provide weekly supplies at a nominal cost. However, if you
prefer to bring your own, four towels and washcloths, three pillowcases, and
six sheets should be an ample supply. Don't forget to include blankets for
chilly nights.
 As for room accessories, it might be advisable to wait until you see the
color scheme and consult with your roommate before choosing bedspreads,
drapes, or rugs. You may want to add a "homey touch" with a potted plant, a
goldfish bowl, or your own bookshelves. Many students keep bulletin boards in
their rooms for souvenir collections and reminder notices.
 You'll find a desk lamp necessary to supplement the ceiling light; some
lamps are available for rent through the Housing linen service. Other items
which you may want to bring are a radio, phonograph, alarm clock, and shoe
bag. Don't forget a soap dish and a laundry bag-they're often left behind!
 Generally, your room furnishings will be the same as they were at home;
and with your own touches you can soon give your room that "home away from
home" feeling.