Top 10 Ways to be Neighborly on Campus
Admissions Office “We're here to help you make the most of the time, money, and energy you invest in your education —
and in your future."
1. Smile and greet visiting prospective students and families and ask how they’re enjoying their time on campus.
2. Forward to the Admissions Office the names of your friends and neighbors who would like to know more about Boise State.
3. Show a student the Admissions Index calculator on the Admissions web page so they know they’ll be admitted. 4. Tell your friends that Ima Bronco wants to be their friend on FaceBook.
5. Wear Bronco gear frequently and with pride!
6. Be aware of the Admissions deadlines so you can help people plan ahead.
7. Give generously to the Boise State Scholarship Foundation.
8. Share the good news about Boise State whenever you have the opportunity.
9. Kindly save a tree by using online forms and resources.
10. Take your Bronco pride on the road with you when you travel for work or vacations.
BasketballGo! Orange! Go! big! Blue! Fight! Fight! B-S-U!
10. The basketball department makes sure that the arena and weight room is clear and clean of the equipment we use.
9. We are encouraging to the other departments at Boise State by attending their events.
8. We respect and show good sportsmanship to our opponents.
7. The basketball program welcomes child and community interaction through autographs and interviews.
6. The program holds camps for children and teens to teach them the skills that are necessary to become a basketball player.
5. After basketball games the athletes spend extra time to sign autographs in which they show and teach kids to pursue their dreams and never give up in hopes that one day they will be collegiate athletes.
4. We give back to the neighborhood by helping and serving others through different community service events.
3. The basketball program shares their insight, knowledge and experience to local schools about leadership and teamwork.
2. Our program shows that people from different cultures can work together to achieve greatness and success, just like a family.
1. We put a positive image on Boise through winning WAC championships and making appearances to the NCAA.
Campus Recreation"If you're looking for something exciting and challenging, we've got it! Whether you're interested in personalized training, competitive and recreational sports, club activities, group exercise, outdoor recreation, cardiovascular and strength workout options, or just a fun place to hang out with your friends, you'll find it here."
1. Remember the spirit of competition - without your opponent, you have to contest, competition or game. Treat your opponent with respect.
2. Wipe down your equipment after use
3. Follow the rules and policies established by the staff
4. Practice Leave No Trace when out in the wilderness
5. Become involved with Campus Rec as a student member of CRAB (the Campus Recreation Advisory Board)
6. Leave cell phone conversations in the common lobby areas
7. Include all interested participants into your game or activity
8. Be friendly to other participants and staff member
9. If you make a mess, clean it up
10. Avoid spitting on the outside plaza - there is grass only 20 feet away!
Communications & Marketing“The Office of Communications and Marketing is responsible for building, enhancing and protecting the University’s image through strategic communications and marketing initiatives that reach internal and external audiences.”
1. GREET everyone with a smile.
2. COMPLIMENT one person every day.
3. CLEAN work areas for a nice environment.
4. BAKE something for your coworkers.
5. OFFER to help an overloaded coworker.
6. PRAISE others for a job well done.
7. ENCOURAGE people when things don’t run smoothly.
8. FIND OUT how coworkers are doing.
9. COLLABORATE on projects.
10. LISTEN to one another’s concerns but never listen to gossip.
11. VISIT another department to say ‘hi’ and spread a little cheer.
12. CULTIVATE staff outings outside of work such as volunteering or a picnic.
13. WRITE NOTES to coworkers’ to give them a boost or make them laugh.
14. SHARE what you learn with other coworkers
15. ASK a coworker’s opinions on your projects.
16. FORGIVE one another for slights or differences of opinion.
17. HAVE LUNCH with your coworkers.
18. STAY HOME if you are ill – don’t share germs.
19. APPRECIATE diversity and differences.
20. CELEBRATE birthdays and professional milestones.
Dining ServicesDining on campus is a quintessential part of the overall college experience! Check out our dining locations to see all of the wonderful options we offer!
D – develop a relationship with your fellow baristas
I – initiate a conversation with a stranger
N – nudge a neighbor with a compliment
I – indulge your sweet tooth – and share the treat with a friend
N – network with others from classes, work and/or clubs
G – give praise to someone for a job well done
S – smile at a total stranger
E – engage in conversation with your neighbor and be genuinely interested in what they are saying
R – rally your friends and coworkers to visit a new dining concept on campus
V – visit with your neighbors
I – introduce yourself to someone you don’t know
C – compliment a friend
E – encourage someone who needs it
S – sustain the neighborly virtues the entire year through
Honors College"The Honors College at Boise State University offers talented, highly motivated students the personalized attention of a small liberal arts school while drawing upon the resources of a metropolitan research university.”
10. When mom said, “Don’t Play with Balls in the House” she meant it. Bouncing a basketball or tennis ball at 2am isn’t as fun for your sleeping neighbors as it might seem to you.
9. Smile. Just by smiling and saying hello, you can really make your neighbor’s day.
8. Bake some cookies (or have Mom do it!) Sharing something personal shows appreciation and kindness that will be repaid.
7. Start a new tradition. By including your neighbors in a new tradition you have will help forge a friendship and build respect towards one another.
6. Offer to help. With homework, watching the kids, bringing in the groceries, or holding the door.
5. Turn down the music! No one likes a shaking floor and walls especially when you are rocking out to old school Spice Girls. So, while you may love Baby Spice’s rockin’ ways, remember they did go out of style 10 years ago.
4. Lead by example. Take out your trash, study hard and often, limit procrastination, eat well, exercise often, and don’t take life too seriously.
3. Clean your space! You shouldn’t open your door and have a green noxious death cloud come out your room. So keep your space clean and do your laundry more than once a semester.
2. Limit your shower! Sometimes there is a line waiting for the shower, so make sure you aren’t hogging all the hot water while you sing the whole Rent soundtrack.
1. SHOW ME THE MONEY! Next time you are heading to the late night drive-through, offer a ride or be even cooler and ask if your neighbor wants anything to eat. They will feel forever in your debt.
HousingUniversity Housing enriches the learning experience by creating an environment that fosters personal growth, academic success, civility, and commitment to citizenship at Boise State University.
10. Be a good citizen by keeping your stereo under an “eleven.” ☺
9. Respect your neighbors by closing the door quietly when leaving (especially late at night and early in the morning).
8. Show your roommate you care about what they are saying. Put down your phone while you are talking – not even a text!
7. You want to make new friends…..but hanging out in your room or apartment with them until 2am probably isn’t ideal for your roommates.
6. Be fair to your roommate…..keep PDA (that means “public displays of affection” for the not so text savvy) to a minimum when they are around.
5. Build trust with your roommate and community members by keeping confidential information to yourself – gossip and rumors can hurt individuals and community.
4. Be spontaneous and take out the trash/recycling even when it’s not your turn.
3. Be appreciative and thank professors and staff (custodial, mail carrier, RA, RD, etc.) for all their hard work as they support you in your educational goals.
2. Get to know people on your floor or apartment building by name and invite them to participate in activities with you (go to BRC together or babysit for a neighbor!)
1. Strive for excellence in academic and community life! Be responsible for your choices and actions: the foundation of a successful community is built on thoughtful citizens.
OSRR (Office of Student Rights & Responsibilities)“The Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities (OSRR) strives to support the educational mission of Boise State University by helping to create an environment where civil discourse may occur free from discrimination, harassment, threats, or intimidation.”
10. If a student is having legal difficulties, refer them to ASBSU Student Legal Services for a FREE attorney consultation.
9. Model the Shared Value of CARING and reach out to a friend who is struggling (emotionally, personally, etc.)
8. Offer to help someone study for an exam so they can be more Academically Excellent!
7. Look out for your Neighbors belongings! If you see someone poking their nose in to areas (a Neighbors bag, room, etc.), when they you haven't seen them before, stop and ask who they are and what are they doing! If something doesn't seem right, it probably isn't. Don't assume things are "okay"...make sure!
6. Remember....Good people make bad decisions. That doesn't make them a bad person...that just makes them human. Forgiveness can be a powerful tool for strengthening friendships.
5. If you have a conflict with your Neighbor and you don't think you can resolve it on your own (or have tried and it isn't working), use the Student Mediation Program to help resolve the conflict! It's a great way to create an outcome that will work for both you and your neighbor and help saver your friendship at the same time!
4. Be Academically Excellent by not cutting corners when it comes to your studies....don't plagiarize or cheat on your exams or assignments. Be proud of your accomplishments so you can be proud to have your diploma!
3. If you see someone who is having trouble and aren't sure who to connect with them, send a simple email to the Support Our Students program! One email will put you in touch with several professionals who may be able to help (such as the Director of Counseling Services, Medical Services and Campus Safety!). Simply email sos@boisestate.edu
2. Give a Neighbor a Hug....after they having given you consent to do so! A hug can go a long way in helping someone feel needed and cared for.
1. Live the University Shared Values of Academic Excellence, Caring, Citizenship, Fairness, Respect, Responsibility, Trustworthiness.
New Student & Family ProgramsIt is our dual mission to facilitate the successful transition of new students to Boise State University, and to improve the success and quality of the first-year experience for students.
1. Inform a student that they can nominate next year's first year read book during the month of October by visiting http://boisestate.edu/nsfp/nominatenow.html
2. Ask a student what they thought about this year's first year read book "Run" by Ann Patchett
3. Invite a friend to see Ann Patchett, author of the first year read book "Run" speak here on campus on November 17th.
4. Tell a student about Parent Family Weekend (Oct. 30th-Nov 1st) and how to get their family registered for the weekend at http://boisestate.edu/nsfp/parentandfamilyweekend.html
5. Ask a student if they have a friend coming to Boise State next year.
6. Tell a perspective new student about how great Boise State is.
7. Help new students find there way around campus and the area
8. Ask a student if they need help registering for spring classes.
9. Remind a student to meet with an advisor before registering for spring classes
10. Tell students how to apply to be an Orientation Leader for this upcoming summer.
Residential College: Arts & Humanities “The Residential College enriches student learning through direct connection with live-in faculty who bridge academic and personal life and foster interdisciplinary inquiry.”
10. Always have a cup of sugar
9. Let your neighbor’s borrow stuff
8. Always return borrowed items promptly
7. Always return borrowed items in the same condition
6. Make casual conversation frequently
5. Pick up after yourself and your guests
4. Respect others privacy
3. Help when you can
2. Be inviting
1. Remember that your neighbor is the first step towards a much larger community
Residential College: Health Professions“The Residential College enriches student learning through direct connection with live-in faculty who bridge academic and personal life and foster interdisciplinary inquiry.
10. Respect quiet hours.
9. Be honest, respectful, and friendly
8. Offer to help neighbors with problems.
7. Alert others about events that are coming up and invite them to join you.
6. Participate in group activities
5. Respect others' beliefs that differ from yours
4. Keep your door open and let people know you are around.
3. If there is a problem, respectfully talk it out.
2. Smile even if you don't quite feel happy
1. Share most things, except your germs.
Service Learning“Service-learning at Boise State University exists to foster active citizenship and enhance learning through academically-based community service.”
1. Use respectful language toward every person.
2. Be a willing, caring, helping hand to anyone in need.
3. Respect other’s places and things
4. Clean up after yourself
5. Participate in various local community activities and events
6. Admit to your mistakes and short comings and apologize
7. Communicate effectively with your roommate and other people in your community
8. Always start and end conversations with a positive note
9. Make an effort to find commonalities you, your roommate and those within your community can enjoy
10. Set reasonable expectations for you and your roommate to abide by
Student AffairsThe role of Student Affairs is to promote student success; enhance student growth and development; and assist in developing an institutional climate that promotes intellectual inquiry, celebrates diversity, and promotes acts of civility.
• Dog watching
• Exercise buddies (go for a walk)
• Giving undivided attention to people you are talking to
• Communicating thanks and appreciation- “Atta boys”
• Bringing solutions along with your problems
• Inclusion in staff activities
• Calling student employees by name
• Share food from garden
• Buy cup of coffee/snack for someone
• Clean microwave
• Put dishes away
• Bring in cream
• Turn lights off
• Give a compliment (even to someone you don’t know
) • Swap tasks/help
• Reach out when someone’s down
• Acknowledge birthdays/special days
• Offer directions to lost souls
• Say good morning to others
• Share office supplies
• Do check in with peers
• Offer an ear to someone so they can talk or vent
• Bring in something to share…just cause you can
• Offer help on others’ projects
• Meet someone in your bldg that you see regularly but haven’t me
t • Pick up the phone and call (or walk over) instead of texting or emailin
g • Have a potluck
• Give to United Way
• Make eye contact and say “hi” to at least 5 people as you walk across campus
• Thank your frontline staff
• Celebrate a win!
• Random act of kindness
• Make cookies
• Greet people
• Show concern/interest
• Make the morning coffee
• Add paper to the printer
• Say good morning!
• Volunteer and attend other events
• Organize social events outside of work
• Drop treats off at random offices
• Promote Oct. 13 – Neighbor Day
• Be flexible
• Encourage others
• Ask how you can help
• Be positive and spread it to other staff members
• Be on time
• Give everyone a day off
• Show SUB guests to conference location
• Use manners
• Stay home if you are sick
• Hold your tongue (keep negative thoughts to yourself)
• Hold door for people
• Acknowledge the contribution of others
• Offer to pick up supplies for your neighbor
• Park with consideration for others
Women's CenterThe Boise State Women's Center empowers students to achieve their goals and promotes social change by providing educational outreach, support services, and a safe place.
1. Be an ally.
2. Ask for consent.
3. Interrupt violence.
4. Celebrate others who model bystander intervention.
5. Offer support to someone who has experienced violence.
6. Learn about and celebrate the many contributions of women and other marginalized people.
7. Learn about cultures other than your own.
8. Practice random acts of feminism!
9. Volunteer in your community.
10. Be courageous and stand up for social justice.