Alcohol, Noise, and Cleanliness
When are quiet hours?
11PM-8AM
In the event of a fire, what should you do?
First priority is your own safety. Leave the building immediately using the stairs (don't take elevator)
If you are having a problem with your roommate, what options do you have?
Talk to your roommate about it honestly/openly. Reach out to 1) your RA and/or 2) Res Life office about mediation
What’s one app you basically need to survive in Shanghai?
Alipay, WeChat, Didi, Meituan/Eleme, Taobao
What year did NYUSH open?
2012
What can't you do involving alcohol?
No binge drinking (kegs), drinking games, underage (under 18), more than 1 bottle per person, drinking in common spaces
What are the designated smoking spaces on campus? What distance are they at?
Check signs. Outside East Hall waimai lockers or 10 feet from entrances.
If you want to have a guest over, what steps should you take?
Tell/ask your roommate (out of courtesy) but you can have up to 3 guests per resident.
Name one place where English is more likely to be spoken
The Bund 外滩
Who is NYUSH local partner university?
ECNU (East China Normal University)
What should you do if your roommate hasn't cleaned up in a while (excess trash, dirty floor, etc)?
Ask them to take their trash out. Remind them cleanliness is a community standard. Find a time to clean together and/or make a cleaning schedule
What is the Wattage restriction of the electronic appliances in the room?
All appliances must be less than 3000W
Name one habit that makes someone a great roommate?
Communication, cleanliness, respect, honesty
You don’t speak Chinese and need help. What’s a smart move?
Translation apps, gestures, bringing a Chinese friend with you
What year did NYUSH move to the current campus?
If someone's making a lot of noise at 1am what should you do?
Call campus safety and/or knock on the door to ask them to be quiet
Name three outside furnitures that are allowed in the Residence Hall:
Desk chairs
Lamps (only non-halogen bulbs)
Media stand, bookcase, or nightstand <2 meters. Total meters can be calculated by adding the longest width, the longest height, and the longest depth together when fully extended (such as legs or sides).
What’s one sign a roommate conflict is bigger than a simple chat?
Ongoing tension, avoidance, safety concerns
What’s one thing you should not do on the metro?
Eat or drink food/bev, talk loudly, bring balloons
How many countries (approx) are people at NYUSH from?
70+
If your friend comes home too drunk, what should you do?
Prioritize care>comfort
Get help if needed (campus safety, RA, etc)
Put them on their side to sleep
Trust your gut
Name 6 items that are fire hazards and should not be in the room.
Flammable Decorations
Natural or Artificial Evergreens (plants)
Non-University issued furniture
Electric heaters
Electric blankets/pads
Portable air conditioners
Hot plate burners
Halogen lights
Candles
Incense
Outdoor grills or any other type of open flame or open coil device
Explosives, fireworks, firearms, or ammunition
Air mattresses* (*unless approved by Moses Center) and other inflatable furniture
Any other object found to block easy egress from a resident’s room
All appliances must be less than 3000W
Your roommate never responds to messages about shared responsibilities (trash, guests, quiet). What’s your next move?
Address it directly
Switch communication methods
Don’t silently build resentment
Get your RA to help
Name 3 Shanghai specialty local dishes
红烧肉，葱油拌面，糖醋鱼，小笼包
How long are you required to live in res hall for?
4 semesters