May 2022
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On Campus Living
Reasons to Live on Campus
Living on campus provides students with a unique living experience. Here are our top six reasons to live on campus!

  1. Live smart. Research shows students who live on campus have higher GPAs.
  2. Live close. Roll out of bed and get to class in 10 minutes!
  3. Live secure. USI makes the safety of its residents a priority.
  4. Live in a community. Students who live on campus interact with students from other cities, states and countries worldwide.
  5. Live by getting involved. By living on campus, students are more likely to participate in student organizations and gain leadership skills which look great on a resumé.
  6. Live fun! Living in the residence halls or apartments is a fun experience.
Housing Information
Tips on Finding Roommates
While you may think you’re better off rooming with someone you know rather than someone you don't know, consider your best friend's habits before deciding on a roommate.

  • Do you have similar study, social and sleep habits?
  • Can you coordinate your schedules for cleaning, sleeping and playing?
  • Do you have the same philosophy on borrowing?

Here are some tips for finding and making sure living with each other goes well

  • Make a "roommate qualities" list
  • Gaining your trust
  • Being cooperative
  • Give respect, get respect
  • Reach out to friends for recommendations
  • Find someone compatible with your interests

Consider asking these questions to potential roommates you may find in the Class of 2026 Facebook group. If you find a roommate, you will want to make a roommate group through the Housing Portal on myUSI. More information can be found in the Room & Roommate Selection Guide.

If you decide not to join others as roommates, you can go through USI's random roommate selection process and get placed with another student to live with.
Theme Living Communities (TLCs)
In a TLC, you’ll live in a community with other first year students who share some of your interests. You’ll have all the benefits of living in a USI residence hall, plus special activities and events planned for your group!

In 2022-2023, we have 6 TLCs: College of Liberal Arts, Honors, Nursing & Health Professions, Recreation, Screagles, and STEM+ (includes Education and Kinesiology & Sport). Come find friends and fun in a TLC! TLC students have more satisfaction with their first year at USI, higher GPAs and increased retention and graduation rates!

Admitted Student Task List
Orientation Reservations
Make a reservation for Orientation as soon as possible for the best selection. Plan carefully when selecting your session. Remember to check your activities calendar and work schedule.

After you have completed your reservation, you will also have the option to make reservations for guests for the Parent and Family Orientation.

Make your reservations online by following these easy steps:
  • Go to my.USI.edu.
  • Log in with your myUSI username and password.
  • Click on the Admitted Student Task List icon under Eagle Apps.
  • Select “Screaming Eagles Orientation” on the Task List.
  • Fill out the form and make sure you click “Submit.”

Following submission of your reservation, you will get an email confirmation to your USI email. You access your USI email through myUSI by clicking on the email icon under Eagle Apps. Make sure to review the confirmation for accuracy and for information about any additional items that need to be completed before Orientation. If you need to make changes to your Orientation date or guests, go to my.USI.edu, log in, click on the Admitted Student Task List icon under Eagle Apps, select the orientation task, make any necessary edits and click “Submit.”

Contact New Student and Transitional Programs at new.student@usi.edu or call 812-465-7167 with any questions. 
2022 Admitted Student Zoom Series
The University of Southern Indiana is excited to offer informational zoom sessions on select Tuesday evenings at 6:30 p.m. CST to answer questions and guide admitted students and their families through the next steps in the admission and enrollment processes. If you missed a session, you can watch the replay too.
Academic Life
Advising Centers and Academic Colleges
USI offers more than 100 areas of study, divided among four colleges:

Unsure of what to major in yet? Explore a variety of majors and start your academic journey in University Division before you pick your major.

All USI academic majors and degree programs emphasize skills employers and graduate schools seek. Regardless of your major, you'll get a well-rounded college education that integrates textbook theory with practical knowledge, preparing you for success in the job market or graduate school.
Campus Updates
COVID Resources
As the University progresses through the semester, the health and safety of our campus community and visitors continues to be a priority. We monitor COVID-19 developments daily and follow recommendations and guidance from the State, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Indiana State Department of Health and local healthcare providers.
Campus Visit and Tour Information
We are excited to continue offering in-person and virtual visits and want you to join us on-campus or online to learn more about the USI experience first-hand.

If you have questions concerning visiting campus, email Undergraduate Admissions at enroll@usi.edu or call 812-465-7056.
Parent and Family Tip
Make sure your student has a summer plan. Ideally, your student will be able to earn some money through a summer job and spend some time researching clubs or activities they may want to get involved in while in college. Students living on campus will learn who their roommates will be over the summer, so see if your student can get a hold of them, and if they live nearby, perhaps even encourage your student to meet up with their roommates.
Tips & Reminders
New Student Checklist | Review to complete any next steps
Academic Advising Centers & Honors
Learn more about your academic program or explore different majors by visiting each college's Advising Center website.

Apply to be in the Honors Program.