level and that opportunities are provided for social interaction in the residence halls. Security is available in all residence halls.
Applications for rooms in the residence halls are received at any time; however, applications are processed only after students have been officially admitted to the University. Requests for room reservations should be addressed to the Housing Office.
Each applicant must submit an application for housing and $150.00 to cover the room reservation fee ($90.00), as well as a damage deposit ($25.00), key deposit ($25.00), and social fee ($10.00) before receiving a room assignment. Every effort will be made to honor an applicant's preference of residence hall and roommate assignment; however, a particular room is not guaranteed. Assignments are made on a first-come, first-served basis according to the date the deposit is received. Each student will be required to sign a University Residence Hall Contract, which sets forth the conditions for student housing; he/she is then issued a housing permit prior to being admitted to the residence hall.
One-half of the annual room fee must be paid during each of the two semesters during the regular academic year. Summer session room fees are due at the beginning of the term. All fees and expenses are payable in accordance with the fee-payment schedule in the Student Expenses section of this Catalogue.
Students are expected to care for their rooms and to keep them clean and orderly. Kentucky State University attempts to make it possible for students to enjoy good living conditions; therefore, it expects those who occupy rooms in the residence halls to keep them in good condition. Students will be charged for any damage to University property.
Kentucky State University shall not be responsible for any theft or loss of property, or stolen property in students' rooms. Students may wish to purchase personal property insurance for their belongings. Information on such insurance may be obtained from the Office of Student Affairs and the Office of Residence Life.
Students must furnish their own bed linen (twin bed sheets, pillow cases, comforters or blankets, and bed spreads), towels, wash cloths, and other personal items.
Kentucky State's Office of Student Health Services helps ensure the physical and mental health of University students. It is staffed by a registered nurse, a licensed physician, comprehensive counselor, drug and alcohol counselor, and secretary. The office is located in the Betty White Health Center. Its program is broad in scope, encompassing preventive medicine, health education, physical and mental health care, wellness program, and referral. Students are provided appropriate advice, medicines, comfort, educational material, and first aid. When necessary, Student Health Services refers students to appropriate health-care professionals or facilities in the Frankfort community or beyond. All records, treatments, and referrals are strictly confidential.
The services provided to students by Student Health Services include the following:
The University has an agreement with an approved insurance company to cover students against any accidental injury and illness either at the University or at home during the period of coverage. The cost to each student will be determined by the insurance company with each new contract. Student health insurance is mandatory. All full-time students attending Kentucky State University are required to have coverage. Only those students who provide proof of adequate insurance will have this requirement waived. Information on these insurance programs and waivers may be obtained from the Office of Student Health Services or the Office of Student Affairs.