Office of Commuter Life - Resources and Support - APU

Office of Commuter Life - Resources and Support - APU
Office of Commuter Life
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Office of Commuter Life
Serving APU’s Commuter Students
We’re excited that you’ve made Azusa Pacific University your home. We want you to
succeed whether you’re a first-time commuter or returning for another academic year.
We hope that you feel the spirit, energy, and excitement that abounds in our office.
Connect With Us
The Office of Commuter Life is hosting a variety of events throughout the fall semester,
and we encourage you to connect with us on
APU Commuters Instagram
or
APU Now
to view upcoming events. Additionally, our Commuter Life staff is here to offer support
either on East or West Campus—you can connect with a Commuter Life staff member by
emailing
[email protected]
or calling (626) 812-3032.
Commuter Life Resources
The Office of Commuter Life offers a variety of commuter services and programs, including
meals, lockers, printing services, and mailboxes. We also help meet the needs of the
university’s commuter student population through partnerships with offices such as
Campus Life that offer programs geared toward enhancing the quality of the student
experience for commuters. Learn more about the resources available to you:
Public Transportation
Commuter FAQ
Commuter Services and Resources
Lockers
Student Union
Commuter Life Assistants
Meet the Staff
Student Union
The Office of Commuter Life supports the upkeep and management of the
Student Union
, which is one of the primary on-campus socialization and information hubs for the
student community. If you have questions about Student Union resources or services,
drop by our office or call us at (626) 812-3032.
Support for Your Education Journey
Our
staff
and
student leaders
are committed to ensuring a smooth transition for you into the APU community, and
supporting you throughout your academic experience. We strive to equip you with the
information and resources to navigate life on campus and ultimately find a sense of
belonging on campus. The commuter experience can provide many opportunities for growth,
especially if you immerse yourself in positive and dynamic experiences in the APU
community, and we hope you will use our office as a resource for that.
Commuting to College: 4 Tips for Making the Most of Your Class Schedule
Living off-campus as a college student has its benefits and challenges. Commuter students
can maximize their time by being mindful of how they set up their classes and schedule
out their day.
Here are four tips
that can help you create a weekly routine for your academic and personal life.
Community Expectations
We would also like to offer a reminder to those living off campus to uphold the behavioral
standards set forth in the
Community Expectations
found in the
Undergraduate Student Handbook
.
If you have any questions about any of our services, call us at (626) 812-3032 or
drop by our office, located in the
Student Union
(also known as the Cougar Dome), which is one of the primary on-campus socialization
and information hubs for the student community.
Commuter FAQ
33 percent of our undergraduate students are commuters, and we also serve all of our
Azusa campus graduate and professional students.
We provide a variety of commuter services including
printing
, a snack and cup of coffee each day, office supplies, access to microwaves and a
refrigerator,
commuter lockers
, and
commuter programming
. All undergraduate and graduate commuter students are welcome to use these resources
and attend commuter-specific events.
The Cougar Dome, which is our Student Union on campus, is where the Office of Commuter
Life is located. We like to tell our commuters that “the Dome is their home,” and
this is also where our services are located.
In our East or West Campus lockers! Sign up on the
Lockers
page. Lockers are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis but are free and reassigned
at the beginning of every semester.
APU students are required to live on campus their first and second years as APU students,
but you may complete a Request for Campus Housing Exemption Form if you fall under
any of the following categories:
Are in incoming freshman (or transfer freshman or sophomore) and you live with your
parent(s) locally
Are over 21
Are married
Have part-time status
Have other special circumstances that present an obstacle to campus residency
Learn more online about these and other
resources
on campus.
You can purchase Cougar Bucks, which are funds available on your APU ID card that
can be spent on campus, similar to a prepaid debit card. To add money to your Cougar
Bucks account, log into our online
Billing and Payment System
, click on “Make Payment,” then click on “Deposit Funds to your Cougar Bucks Account.”
Once your transaction is complete, your Cougar Bucks are immediately available to
spend.
As a commuter student, you can park in
Lot A
on East Campus, as well as
Lot H
on West Campus. To park on campus, you will need to obtain a
parking permit
through the Department of Campus Safety. Due to the fact that parking on East Campus
can be challenging during peak hours, we also encourage you to utilize our trolley
service to go between campuses—find a trolley using our
Trolley Tracker
!
There are many public transportation options for our commuter students. Visit our
Public Transportation page
to learn more.
Yes, there is a refrigerator and two microwaves in the
Cougar Dome
on East Campus, and there are microwaves in
Heritage Court
on West Campus.
Email us at
[email protected]
, visit us in the Cougar Dome, or call us at (626) 812-3032.
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