Budget Boss
What is the difference between a “want” and a “need”?
A need is essential for survival/school; a want is extra.
What does “cold cycle” mean for laundry
Washing with cold water
Name one easy dorm-friendly meal you can make in a microwave
Mac and cheese, oatmeal, quesadilla, ramen
Where can you usually find free food/events on campus?
Clubs, student orgs, RA events, campus fairs
How many hours of sleep should the average college student aim for?
7–9 hours
If you spend $5 every weekday on coffee, how much is that in 4 weeks?
$100
True or False: You should mix whites and darks together.
False
True or False: Ramen is a food group
False
What is the first thing you do if you lost your UMASS Pass
Block it by going to your myumassd login > Umass Pass
Where is the Gym on campus?
Tripp Athletic Center
Name one way to track your expenses.
Budget app, spreadsheet, bank alerts, notebook, etc.
Name two things you should clean in your dorm regularly
trash, microwave, sheets
What’s one healthy snack that doesn’t need a fridge
Trail mix, granola bars, crackers
Which the closest building to the Library?
SENG/Textile/CCB
Where is the Health Services
Opposite to Pine dale/OakGlen
What’s cheaper in the long run: buying a $2 water bottle every day or a $15 reusable one
Reusable bottle
If the washer takes 30 minutes and dryer 45 minutes, how long total for one load
1 hour 15 minutes
What is the place on campus to get free groceries?
Jeanne's Cupboard
Where do you go to get a new Umass Pass and how much does it cost
Campus Center and $30
How do you make an health services appointment?
Call: 508-999-8982
Availability: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
You get $100 for the month. Rank these in order of priority: groceries, laundry, new video game, toothpaste
Groceries, toothpaste, laundry, then video game
What’s one way to get rid of funky dorm room smells?
Open window, air freshener, wash laundry, clean trash
You share a fridge with your roommate. What is the best way to avoid food fights?
Label your food and clean up spills
What are the places you can get coffee on campus
Library cafe, Dunkin
What to bring to your appointment?
UMass Pass (student ID)
Insurance card or insurance information