Frequently Asked Questions about the FYC Living-Learning Community (The Village)/ Tucker and Owen Residence Halls

How many students live in Tucker and Owen?

Am I required to live in the FYC Village?

Can FYC Village students select a non-FYC roommate as their preferred roommate?

How can I get in touch with my Academic Adviser?

Are Tucker and Owen substance-free residence halls?

What are the dimensions of my room?

What are the dimensions of my window?

Is there a web site where I can get more information about the rooms in Tucker and Owen?

Are there drink machines in my building?

Does Tucker and Owen have laundry facilities and how much does it cost?

Do I have to pay to use the Computer Room in Tucker?

What kind of computer will I need if I want one for my room?

Are there study lounges and kitchens on my floor?

How many Resident Adviser’s (RA’s) and Resident Mentors (RM’s) are on each floor?

Q: How many students live in Tucker and Owen?
A: Tucker houses 316 students, and Owen houses 376 students.

Q: Am I required to live in the FYC Village (Tucker and Owen Halls)?
A: Due to the great programming available in the FYC Village and assessment data showing that Village students outperform non-Village students, FYC now requires all students who request university housing to live in the FYC Village (Tucker or Owen Hall) for their first year at NC State. There are some exceptionsto this requirement which you will learn more about when you fill out your housing application. More information available here.

Q: Can FYC Village students select a non-FYC roommate as their preferred roommate?
A: At this time, we are not in a position to allow non-FYC students to live in the Village.  This decision is based on our anticipated enrollment for FYC as we simply do not have enough beds to accommodate non-FYC roommate requests at this time.  However, in anticipation that students will be seeking someone with whom they can live that is compatible and develop a new friendship, we have created the Village Roomster, which mimics websites like Match.com.  Through this online spreadsheet, students can enter their contact information and some key character traits and preferences and search for another FYC student that you may want to consider living with.  Check it out.  In the meantime, if you have a roommate request for a non-FYC student, please complete the Village Exception request form by May 1 indicating your non-FYC intended roommate’s name and student ID number. If space is available after the May 1 deadline, FYC will work with University Housing on your behalf on the possibility for the non-FYC student to be accommodated in the Village as a preferred roommate.  Any vacancies will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis.

Q: How can I get in touch with my Academic Adviser?
A: The First Year College is located on the ground floor of Tucker Residence Hall. For those students in Tucker, they just merely walk downstairs. For those in Owen, they will have to walk across the sidewalk. Of course, students will see their adviser weekly outside of their advising appointments in their USC 101A (Fall semester) and USC 102A (Spring semester).

Q: Are Tucker and Owen substance-free residence halls?
A: Yes, both Tucker and Owen are alcohol and smoke-free.

Q: What are the dimensions of my room?
A: Tucker: 18'10 1/2" x 11'4 1/2" x 8'8"; Owen: 18'10" x 11'4"x 8'6 1/2"

Q: What are the dimensions of my window?
A: Tucker: 63 1/2" x 49 1/2"; Owen: 63" x 49 1/2"

Q: Is there a web site I can get more information about the rooms in Tucker and Owen?
A: Yes, you can visit the residence halls' websites : Tucker or Owen. You can view both rooms in 3D here. This web site also has additional information that is very beneficial to you as a student. Be sure to check it out.

Q: Are there drink machines in my building?
A: Yes, vending facilities are available in both Tucker and Owen halls. Students can use their student ID to purchase beverages if they select the AllCampus Network debit system. For more information about this system, call 1-800-701-4940. The snack machines only take dollar bills or coins. Otherwise, you can use dollar bills or coins in the vending machines.

Q: Do Tucker and Owen have laundry facilities and how much does it cost?
A: Yes, both Tucker and Owen have laundry facilities. It costs $0.75 to wash and $0.25 for approximately 20 minutes to dry. Students can use their AllCampus card to debit their laundry expenses.

Q: Do I have to pay to use the Computer Room in Tucker?
A: No, the computer room is available to all students with a valid NCSU ID and is open 24 hours. Students completing papers and other school related assignments are given priority computer use over those students who want to check their e-mail. There are two printers available to print your work; however, you must use your Print Quota to access the printers. Students who want to use Print Quota must pay a minimum of $5.00 to open their account. Student can add funds to their account at The Laundry Building or at the Copy Center in DH Hill Library at their discretion. For more information about Print Quota, you can call 919-515-HELP.

Q: What kind of computer will I need if I want one for my room?
A: Please refer to the IT Division for information on purchasing a computer that will be compatible with the campus network. You can speak to a representative of the Computing Help Desk, Room 208, Hillsborough Building, at 919-515-HELP, The consultants there are quite knowledgeable, but can also refer you to ResNet if needed. Both Tucker and Owen have computer outlets in the room.

Q: Are there study lounges and kitchens on my floor?
A: Yes, there is one study lounge per floor at this time in both Tucker and Owen. Kitchens equipped with an oven, sink and table and chairs are located on the first and third floors. The lounge on the first floor in Tucker and the Owen Basement has a TV/VCR.

Q: How many Resident Adviser’s (RA’s) and Resident Mentors (RM’s) are on each floor?
A: There are 19 RA’s and 13 RM’s between the two buildings. Both Tucker and Owen has three RA’s and two RM’s per floor, except on the Owen Basement, which has one RA and one RM on the floor. Both the RA and the RM are there to help build floor and building community, support students’ academic pursuits, and serve as campus and personal resources. These positions are highly competitive and well respected. The RA and RM return early each semester to participate in paraprofessional training in preparation for the students’ return. RM's serve as Teaching Assistants in select sections of USC 101A and 102A to provide additional support and service to FYC students.

You can find more information about the RM position on the Resident Mentor page.

This page last updated by mmrust - March 30, 2007 2:15 PM