Purchase Events
When is Zombie Prom?
It depends. Keep an eye out for flyers on The Stood Instagram account; Zombie prom is usually held once an academic school year, within the first 3 or 4 weeks of the semester.
Who can I talk to if I don't like my roommate?
Talk to your RA! Of course, it’s recommended that you settle any problems directly with your roommate before getting anyone else involved, but RAs are always around if you need additional support. Small disputes won’t be enough to change your assigned roommate, so your RA will do their best to resolve any issues with your cooperation.
How do I know who my advisor is?
If you log into Starfish (accessible through MyHeliotrope) you can see who your advisor is, and schedule a meeting with them! If you have multiple majors/minors or an ACE scholarship, each advisor you have will show up, as well.
What are the dining options at Purchase?
The Hub
D-Hall
Einsteins Bagels Bros
Starbucks
Bonus: The D-Hall Lounge & The Market
What is the name of the museum on Campus?
The Neuberger
How do I know about events on Campus?
There are flyers everywhere! But the quickest way to find out about the latest events is to check the Purchase RSL Instagram account. Weekly events are also sent to your Purchase Email; that's the best way to find out about study abroad opportunities or campus wide events as well!
Is there gender neutral housing?
Yes! When registering for your housing assignment, you will have the option to enroll in gender neutral housing.
How can I change my major?
Talk to your advisor, and also a professor in the major you want to switch into. For example, if you want to switch to journalism or simply add it as a major, reach out to someone in this department! It will help if you’ve had a class for this subject already, because you will need to know what it will look like to major in this area, and you’ll need the signature of a professor from this department.
What is a Meal Swipe?
This can cover any order at a dining location on campus that is under $7, or provide access to D-Hall.
Name one famous artist who attended Purchase.
Answers vary.
How do I find out about the clubs on campus?
Official clubs will be at the Club Fair! Usually held the second or third week of the semester. It's always on a Wednesday, during the free period early in the afternoon; this is a time when no one has class. Unofficial clubs, held by students and not associated with the PSGA, advertise through posters and Instagram.
Where is the laundry room?
The freshman laundry room is beneath Crossroads. Students living in Farside or Central can access it through the tunnels. There is a site (https://laundrytrackerconnect.com/suny/purchasemain.html) where you can check what machines are open, or how much time is left for your laundry!
How can I add/drop classes?
For freshmen, your first schedule for your first semester is premade, but you can edit it! The first week of each semester doubles as the add/drop week. During this time, freshmen can access their schedule through MyHeliotrope and decide what classes they want to add or drop. For transfers or anyone who isn’t in their first semester, you can start creating your schedule as soon as you're accepted/ after meeting with your advisor halfway through the previous semester.
What are Super Flex Dollars?
Super Flex Dollars come with every meal plan. You can use them to purchase drinks or foodat any dining location. Super Flex Dollars carry over from fall to spring with your meal plan, but expire at the end of each academic year.
Which of the following is not a major at Purchase?
->Anthropology
->African American History
->French
->Linguistics
African American History
What is the name of the event D-Hall hosts every semester at the start of finals season?
Pancake Madness
How can I become an RA?
The form you need to fill out to apply to become a resident assistant can be found on the Purhchase website! There, you can also find information on deadlines and the benefits of becoming an RA. It will be beneficial to find someone who can write you a letter of recommendation for this position; this can be a professor or an advisor on campus!
Will my AP credits from high school transfer over?
Most likely. The transfer should be done automatically, but it’s important to check your Degree Progress Report (accessible through MyHeliotrope) to confirm that you have as many credits as you’ve earned. If not, talk to your advisor, and they’ll be able to get the problem sorted out.
What are Dining Dollars?
Dining Dollars are a separate currency that allow you to save on tax for food and beverage purchases at all campus dining locations. They can be reloaded through the GET mobile app!
What do art students do with projects they don't want to keep?
Behind the VA building is the sculpture graveyard! Filled with sculptures, paintings and more, this is the perfect space for art students to leave something behind.
What is Culture Shock?
Culture Shock features performances by some of the area’s best emerging artists in a range of musical genres. There’s food, carnival rides, games, vendors, and activities. Only Purchase students and their guests can attend.
How do I receive mail?
The mailroom (open to all students) is below the library. If you take the stairs in the courtyard down to the UPD station, next to it is a long tunnel that leads to the mail room. You can also access it by going through the basement of the CMFT building. If you order a package, wait for a confirmation email from your Purchase email account (Outlook) to let you know that your package has been processed and is ready to be picked up.
What should I do if my advisor doesn’t know how to help me?
It happens. This is more of an open response; there are faculty members who would be willing to help in this scenario. One person to reach out to if there’s ever a problem your advisor isn’t able to help you with is Aviva Taubenfeld! She’s in the humanities department, but one of her many responsibilities is to make sure advisors know what they’re doing, and to help students stay on track, especially with registration. Her email is aviva.taubenfeld@purchase.edu.
Is it possible to see what the dining options at D-Hall before using a meal swipe to get inside?
Yes! With the Dine on Campus app, you can look at the D-Hall menu for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. This app can also be used to check the hours for all dining locations on campus, as well as The Market.
What year was Purchase founded?
1967.