CAMPUS LIFE

I need money!
All college students are in a perpetual need of funds, and it is important that you manage your money well. A rule of thumb is to keep your expenditures less than the amount of money you bring in from any source: jobs, parents, financial aid, etc. As a college student, you will receive numerous offers for pre-approved credit cards. Beware of such offers - it is tempting to use credit cards for impulse purchases, and failure to pay off credit card debt can ruin your credit. If you get into credit card debt, you may want to call Consumer Credit Counseling Services (CCCS) of South Texas at 854-4357 to schedule an appointment. The financial counselors at CCCS can help you set up a monthly budget and manage your debt payments.

Business Office - Student Services Center ( Round Building ) - 825-2600 - http://falcon.tamucc.edu/~business/default.html
The Business Office serves as the central point for most of your financial transactions and products and provides several ways for you to make payments for such items as tuition and fees, parking permits, parking fines, etc. If transactions on your account result in us owing you money, we ensure timely distribution of any refund via a paper check, which is mailed to your address on file, or via direct deposit (EFT) to your checking or savings account at your financial institution. If you are having trouble coming up with the cash to pay your tuition bill, you should visit the Business Office for information on installment payment plans and emergency loans. Remember, you are responsible for all of your bills (including parking fines), so make sure you pay everything you owe prior to attempting to register for the next semester. If you are having financial problems, call or stop by the Business Office to discuss payment options. No bills are mailed prior to payment due dates but email notifications are sent to those with a valid email address. To update your email address log on to the Student Academic Information Link (SAIL) located at sail.tamucc.edu.

Career Services - UC 304 - 825-2628 - http://falcon.tamucc.edu/~cppweb/
Need a part-time job? Not sure about your major? Want to begin working on that resume or find a cool summer internship? Come by Career Services. We've got it all. Not sure what you want to do with that degree? Use the computer programs and other resources to discover all the possibilities!

Financial Aid - Financial Assistance Office - Student Services Center ( Round Building ) - 825-2338 - www.tamucc.edu/~faoweb/
Did you know that there is money available to help you pay for school? Grants, scholarships, work-study and student loans are awarded and processed through the Office of Student Financial Assistance (OSFA). The OSFA is prepared to help make the financial aid process as easy as possible. The OSFA offers personal counseling to students and parents concerning aid opportunities, application requirements, program guidelines, and student eligibility. Students and parents may call, e-mail, or visit the office for any needed assistance. Remember to apply for financial aid by the priority deadline (April 1) to ensure your funds are received by the time the school starts. You must reapply for financial aid each year.

SandDollar$ Office - UC 134 - 825-5978
Your Sand Dollar$ card is your ticket to going cashless across campus and off campus at participating merchants. On campus at all dining locations, the bookstore, library copy machines, vending machines, Sandpaper pay-forprint at the computer Labs and Library, and more! Off-campus, from pizza to tanning salons you can use your Sand Dollar$ at participating merchants, many of which offer valuable discounts for using your Sand Dollar$.

You can also link your Sand Dollar$ card to your Wells Fargo checking account for ATM's and PIN based Debit. One card to access both your Sand Dollar$ account and Wells Fargo checking account, that's convenience! You will need your Sand Dollar$ card to check out books from the library, use recreational facilities, attend CAB events, gain free admission to athletic events, cash checks, and many of the other services on campus. Also, if you live on campus, you will need the card to gain access to residence halls and the entrance gate after hours.

Carry your Sand Dollar$ ID card with you always as you may be asked at any time to present it to a University employee. Protect your Sand Dollar$ as you would your driver's license and credit cards. It is your identification, has value, and entitles you to campus services.

If your card is lost or stolen, report it to the Sand Dollar$ office IMMEDIATELY so it can be de-activated and prevent unauthorized use. When a new card is issued all privileges and value are transferred to the new card and the old card is rendered useless. Keep in mind there is a fee for replacement of lost/stolen Sand Dollar$ ID cards and you will need your student ID number when reporting lost/stolen cards.

I need a cool pad!
On- or Off-campus Housing Information - Student Affairs, UC 318 - 825-2612 - www.housing.tamucc.edu
Need a new place to live? Then visit the Director of University Housing for information and advice for on- and offcampus housing. On-campus housing is limited and assigned on a first-come, first-served basis with priority given to traditional first-time freshmen. For on-campus housing information, contact Camden Miramar at 825-5000.

I wish I had a car!
If you don't have wheels, life won't be so bad. The University has an agreement with the Corpus Christi Regional Transportation Authority. You can go anywhere in the city, such as the mall and grocery stores. The University also has a special shuttle which stops at area apartment complexes, the malls and grocery store. Just bring your Sand Dollar$ card.

Oh where, oh where has my book bag gone. . .
Lost & Found - UC Information Desk - 825-5282
Hopefully, it's in the Lost & Found! Be sure to report all stolen items to the University Police. Don't leave your stuff lying around or your door unlocked. Theft is a common crime on college campuses and is very preventable!

Speaking of police. . .
University Police Department - 825-4444 - falcon.tamucc.edu/~police/UPD/upd.htm
Yes! The University does have its own police department on campus! University Police Department (UPD) does enforce all local and state laws, as well as, the University rules and regulations. They also offer several different crime prevention programs available to the entire campus community. For emergency services, call 4444 or 911 from any campus phone. It is the responsibility of the University Police Department (UPD) to respond to all emergencies and promote a safe and orderly campus environment. UPD provides a pedestrian escort service 24 hours per day, utilizing student workers during specific hours. You can request a pedestrian escort anywhere on campus by dialing 4444 from any campus phone or by using a CODEBLUE phone located around campus.

. . . and parking tickets
University Police Department - 825-4444 - falcon.tamucc.edu/~police/UPD/parking.htm
You must have a parking permit if you have a vehicle! The permit must be clearly visible from the vehicle's front windshield. Parking permits may be purchased from the Business Office in the Student Services Center ( Round Building ). Permits may be purchased for the full year, by the semester, or a combination of semesters. Expired parking permits can be updated by placing current validation stickers at the bottom of the permit. Validation stickers are available at the Business Office. Keep your parking permit from year to year and purchase validation stickers as needed. Campus residents must purchase an IZZY parking permit that is valid only in the Camden Miramar parking lots. Commuter students must purchase a Momentum parking permit that is valid in any general parking space on campus. Resident students are not allowed to purchase a Momentum parking permit or park in general parking on campus nor can commuters park in resident spaces. Don't forget to put the sticker on your tag or it will not be valid. Put the sticker on when you receive it so that you don't lose it! Replacement cost is $25.00. To appeal a parking ticket, go to the UPD website and follow the instructions for appealing parking citations. All appeals must be made no later than 10 business days after the citation issue date in order for the appeal to be heard. You are responsible for any citations issued to you or your vehicle. Failure to pay parking fines may result in a hold on your registration and possible disciplinary action.