The Basics
1. What is AirRowdy?
2. How do you access/log into it?
3. Does student housing cover AirRowdy?
1. Campus Wide Internet Network
2. Login using your abc123 and passphrase
3. No, the only exception is Roadrunner Cafe
BACKWARDS
What disclaimer should you give about the tour?
Remind them that due to time constraints, the tour will cover most landmarks but not all
How can you learn the tour? (3 answers)
1. Read the entire guidebook
2. Practice your campus tour introduction and study tour route/stops
3. Learn building names and acronyms
What are distance learning classrooms equipped with for professors?
How are classrooms setup and what are recent renovations?
Individual desk seating to accommodate 10 to 60 people.
Classroom renovations include new flooring, paint, glass marker boards, electrical power, and Americans with Disabilities Act improvements
I should know the BASICS, if I don't DO NOT give them the wrong information
Smile, be confident, and have fun!
What are two things I should not do?
1. Don't make generalizations, be truthful and accurate with all statements
2. Don't make promises, do not obligate yourself or the university to any promises
What are RowdyMarts ?
Where are they located?
What is their payment method?
RowdyMarts are mini convenience stores that have quick eats, snacks, drinks, and personal care items
There are 6 Rowdy Marts on Main Campus in the Roadrunner Cafe, JPL, Student Union, Business Building, Science &Engineering Building, and the Rec
Cashless, accepts debit, credit, and RowdyDollars
How are lecture halls set up?
Auditorium style to hold 100-450 students, professors can use projection screens, microphones, and loudspeakers
What is something that I should make sure my group stays?
HYDRATED
How do you introduce yourself?
Name, pronouns, hometown, classification, and major
Where should I not stop?
Have spatial awareness, do not stop in roadways, walkways, doorways, hallways, or on stairs
Recycle bins that let students put all recyclable materials in one bin
How does UTSA room numbers work?
Floor, Hallway/Corridor, and Room Number
Ex: 2. 01. 06
What's the difference between calling 911 and UTSA PD?
By calling 911, they will redirect you back to UTSA PD which delays response time. Police are Certified Texas Peace officers with full arrest authority.
What are the 5 UTSA campuses and which one will you be covering?
Main Campus, Downtown Campus (includes San Pedro 1), Southwest Campus, Hemisfair Campus (Institute of Texan Cultures), and Park West Campus. Today's tour will only cover MAIN CAMPUS
How can you engage audience?
Have ENERGY, be welcoming, and make the tour easy to follow manner
Where are Printspots found?
How much credit do students get to print?
How do you access Printspot?
2. $12 Each Semester
3. Swipe UTSA card or log in on kisok
How many computer labs are there and where are they located?
There are three labs in total
2 on Main Campus in the business building and JPL (2nd, 3rd, and 4th Floors)
1 in the Downtown Campus Library
UTSA is cashless, which departments are the exception(s)?
How should OLs feel about questions and what do you do if you don't know the answer?
Remind your group that questions are encouraged! If you don't know the answer tell them "I am not sure let me out and I will get back to you" then ask SC or a Professional Staff Member
PERSONAL JUDGMENT
What is the Office of Sustainability (OS) and what events do they host?
The office promotes campus sustainability. They provide guidance and programming to get sustainable projects and initiatives going. They manage bicycle repair shop where students can rent tools and supplies.
Events: Arbor Day, Earth Day, Ride to Campus Bicycling