Updates & Reminders
- Microwaves have been added to the Community Center, E, & G laundry rooms if you ever need to use them!
- If items are found around the community, they will be directed to RPCC’s lost and found
- Items placed outside to dry on benches should be brought back in after a reasonable time
- Ready for your flu shot? Get your free vaccine at one of the upcoming clinics by showing your Cornell ID.
Roommate Agreements Now Available!
What’s the point of a 'Roommate Agreement'?
- The purpose of a roommate agreement is to promote discussion and to provide roommates with the opportunity to reflect on their needs, develop and practice communication, and reflect on the needs of everyone in a shared space through a collaborative process.
- RAs are able to utilize the Roommate Agreements when assisting with roommate mediation. If roommates have not completed the roommate agreement and are in conflict, the roommate agreement serves as a tool to assist roommates in discussing their expectations of their rooming experience and articulating their needs with one another.
Finding the 'Roommate Agreement'
- Roommate agreements are electronic and located within StarRez and found through the Housing Portal (as a tab).
- One roommate will need to complete the form on StarRez (roommates can work on this when they come together).
- This roommate will then submit the completed form and the form will then be sent to the other roommate(s).
- The other roommate(s) should then review to ensure everything was accurately captured. If everything is accurate and they agree on the content, they should then submit the form.
- If anything was missed and an edit needs to be made, the resident can make edits. Once the edits have been made, the form will be sent back to the other resident(s) for their review. This is to ensure that everyone is aware of and agrees to the documented information.
Once we finish the 'Roommate Agreement'...then what??
- Part of the living experience is also recognizing that needs evolve and as they do, mistakes happen/agreed upon expectations are not met and your agreement can be looked back at if needs are not met.
- It is important to remember that this agreement is a living document and can be revisited at any time!
Can someone help us with our 'Roommate Agreement'?
- Yes! Feel free to reach out to an RA for support with completing your roommate agreement or even locating the agreement on StarRez!
- RHDs are also available to assist with skill building and facilitating mediations if needed.
Have leftover bananas from Morrison that are looking a little overripe? This week’s “Treat” can put those bananas to use with a chocolate chip banana bread! If you’re not a chocolate chip fan, feel free to omit or add walnuts instead.
Fall Housing Info Sessions for Rising Juniors and Seniors
Want to learn more about your options for living on campus, such as our traditional residence halls, the West Campus House System, the Co-ops, a Program House, or in our other University-approved affiliated housing?
Housing will be hosting multiple information sessions that you can attend in person or via zoom to learn more about Cornell Housing options and ask any questions you may have! Below you will find the dates, times, locations and zoom links for the four housing information sessions.
Tuesday, September 9, 2025 (Transfer Specific)
- In-person Location: Willard Straight Hall Art Gallery
- Time: 7:30 PM
- Zoom Link
Wednesday, September 17, 2025
- In-person Location: Willard Straight Hall Art Gallery
- Time: 7:30 PM
- Zoom Link
Thursday, September 25, 2025
- In-person Location: Willard Straight Hall Art Gallery
- Time: 7:30 PM
- Zoom Link
Events on the Horizon
Want to be a 2026-2027 Resident Advisor?
Attend an Info Session or the RA Q&A Session to learn more!
- September 15, 7 PM ET, North Campus
Resident Advisor Information Session #2 – Register Here
- September 17, 7:30 PM ET, Zoom
Resident Advisor Information Session #3 – Register Here
- September 19, 6 PM ET, West Campus
Resident Advisor Information Session #4 – Register Here
- September 23, 7 PM ET, Zoom
Resident Advisor Information Session #5 – Register Here
- September 25, 8 PM ET, South Campus
Resident Advisor Information Session #6 – Register Here
Resident Advisor Q&A Session – Register Here
Information about the Position Description, Selection Process Overview and Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) can all be found on the Housing and Residential Life website at housing.cornell.edu/ra.
The application opens September 26th! Apply HERE!
The priority deadline is 11:59 PM ET on October 17, 2026.
The application closes at 11:59 PM ET on October 24, 2026.
Questions? Email hrl-sl-selection@cornell.edu
Residential Life and Safety Information
- RA on call: The RA on call's phone number is 607-327-1275.
RA on-call hours:
Sunday-Thursday:
7 PM to 8 AM
Friday- Saturday:
7 PM to 7 PM
*When contacting the RA on-call, call the RA On-Call number (not text), during the hours listed above to ensure timely assistance.
Cornell University Police Department (CUPD): If there's an emergency, contact CUPD at (607) 255-1111.
Community Living Standards: Community Living Standards are in place to keep our residential communities safe and to promote the development of students. To learn more about how they and other policies apply to you, read them here.
Service Center Hours: Remember to check the student service center hours page to stay in-the-know about important updates and hours of operation. The service center also supports with lock outs if Townhouse staff cannot assist.
Maintenance Requests: Use this page to troubleshoot and submit maintenance requests for your apartment.
Townhouses RHD: RHD Mia's working hours are Monday - Friday from 9am to 12pm and 1pm-5pm. Here are some of the ways you can reach out to her.
- Office: Stop by Community Center 201A (to the left of the mailboxes on the 2nd floor)
- Office Phone Number: 607-255-9607
- Email: mv532@cornell.edu
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