Housing and Residence Life |
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On-Campus Housing Information |
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The Housing and Residence Life Office oversees all the residence halls, apartment communities and the theme living communities on campus. The office provides student and full-time staff living on campus to assist students.
Resident Assistants (RAs) are student staff members selected for their leadership skills, ability to reach out to peers and capacity to connect students to the resources they need to be successful. RAs are trained to help students manage any issues that may arise while living on campus. RAs are there to help in all of the various housing areas.
Area Coordinators (ACs) are professional staff members who live in a specific area of Housing and Residence Life facilities. ACs supervise the RAs, plan and implement programs, manage the area facilities, conduct meetings with students regarding policy violations and are great resources if students have questions or issues.
Housing and Residence Life Contact Information
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Living on campus offers students opportunities to connect socially and academically with their peers. Students living on campus enrich their college experience through an engaging and diverse community. While on-campus living is not required, students who do so are better prepared for life beyond college.
There are four parts to on-campus living:
As you consider living options for college, if you have questions about on-campus housing, please call Housing and Residence Life at 812-468-2000 or email Living@usi.edu.
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As a commuter student, you will most likely encounter obstacles different from those resident students face. While balancing coursework, commuting, working and having a social life may prove challenging. Consider broadening your network by meeting new people and maybe even living with them! The quickest way to meet new people at USI is to get involved.
Commuter students may park in any University lot that does not require a parking permit or that is marked restricted. Most lots on the main campus are available for commuter students. Commuter students do not need a parking permit to park on campus.
When you have time before, after or between classes, you should make sure to connect with campus by doing some of the following:
- Go to Rice Library and study or grab a coffee.
- Head to the Recreation Fitness and Wellness Center for a quick workout.
- Take a stroll down the USI-Burdette Trail.
- Use your meal plan or Munch Money to eat on campus at one of the many dining locations.
Being well can help you do better inside and outside of the classroom. Self-care, including quality sleep, good nutrition and knowing how to cope with stress, contribute to your ability to thrive as a USI student. Wellness is an active, continuous process of self-enhancement. Every day, students make choices that influence their well-being. From locating resources on campus to needing someone to talk to about challenges in life, the following offices will help you be successful during your time at USI.
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Career Services and Internship Resources |
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As a USI student, you have access to the online job bank, Career Launch, to pursue part- and full-time jobs, internships and co-ops. Employers can post jobs suitable for students while they are in school. For questions, call 812-464-1865 or email career@usi.edu. |
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Internships translate classroom theory into application and provide a practical framework for academic coursework. A wide variety of paid, unpaid and for-credit internships are available both on and off campus. |
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Make an appointment to meet with a USI Career Services professional to:
- Identify your skill sets.
- Review your resume.
- Discuss your search strategy.
- Practice your interviewing skills.
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If you are interested in an internship or starting a job search, contact Career Services and Internships and schedule an appointment with a career coordinator to learn more. Career Services and Internships is located on the lower level of the Orr Center in room 074.
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Having a job in college is a great way to build up a resume, gain transferable skills and earn a paycheck.
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Working on campus can help you feel connected to USI, meet new people and feel a part of something. Most on-campus jobs come with an understanding you are a student first and offer flexibility. The location is also a perk. Instead of commuting to a job, you can reduce travel time and costs by working on campus. There are two types of on-campus positions: Student Worker and Federal Work Study.
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Working off campus is another option you have. Working off campus offers more job options and often higher wages. However, you will spend more time off campus, and the employer may need to understand that you are a student first. Make sure you factor in travel time when looking at off-campus jobs. |
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New Student and Transitional Programs is hiring Program Student Assistants for the Spring semester, who will assist with office programs and projects, create social media content and promotional materials, work with student leaders and assist incoming students and their families. This is a paid position at $7.35 an hour. Looking for students who can work between 8-15 hours a week during afternoons. Apply today!
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USI Insider Tips - USI Lingo |
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*Archie*: Archibald The (T.) Eagle. USI's mascot.
*Archie's Army*: the student cheer block at athletic events.
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*C-Store*: located in the Housing and Residence Life Community Center and houses a small convenience store, pizza delivery, laundry room and more!
*The Link*: lounge area between the Science Center and Health Professions. It offers a lounge and food options.
*The Quad*: open green space between the Liberal Arts Center, Rice Library, University Center and Business and Engineering Center. It is a great place to hang out with classmates and play frisbee or football.
*Screagle*: short for Screaming Eagles as used in #ScreaglePride
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Freshman and Transfer Students
Students that are freshman or transfer students with less than 59 credit hours will complete Screaming Eagles Orientation in three parts.
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Upper Level Transfer/Adult Students
Students who are transferring with more than 59 credit hours or are 25 years of age or older will complete Screaming Eagles Orientation in three parts.
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Spring 2023 Billing and Payment Information |
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After registering for classes, students can view their spring 2023 tuition, fees, housing, and meal plan charges on TouchNet through their myUSI account.
Payment Plans - Enroll with a $200 down payment and five monthly installments due from January through May on the 16th of each month. There is no fee to enroll and no interest on your monthly installments. Check out our payment plans for more information. Spring 2023 payment due date is January 13.
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Campus Store and Textbooks |
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Participate in Archie's Book Bundle, a course material and textbook rental program that lowers the cost of course materials and ensures students have their required course materials on the first day of class. After registering for classes, please check your USI email for more information.
Contact Information
- Phone: 812-464-1717
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Visit: Campus Store website
- Location: University Center West First Level
- Download the Bookstore App!
- Campus Store Hours:
- Monday through Friday: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
- Saturday and Sunday: Closed
- December 23-January 2: University closed
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Past Newsletter Information
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Campus Office Information
Check out the following offices for new student and campus information:
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