Community Welcome

We’re giving the Community Welcome event a makeover and it will be returning next year!

Something we’d like to emphasize during this time is the importance of being good neighbors. We believe that fostering positive relationships within our community is a goal worth pursuing. Being a good neighbor is beyond organized events – it’s a year round commitment that contributes to the well-being of everyone around us.

Here are a few ways we can all work together to be better neighbors:

Introduce yourself: Introducing yourself is your first step in building a strong neighbor relationship and is valuable for future concerns regarding in-person interactions. Use the Art of Neighboring brochure to help with this process.

Keep neighbors informed: Share contact information and notify your neighbors in advance before undertaking actions that may affect them (e.g. hosting a party, building a fence, or owning a dog).

Be aware of expectations & city ordinances: Off-Campus Life has outlined some guidelines to build positive community relationships. We need your help in creating good and lasting neighborhood relations, abiding by city codes, and ensuring you have a great off-campus experience.

Respect differences: Values, age, faith, and ethnicity are some aspects that make an impact on how neighbors go about their daily lives. Be aware and respectful of differences between you and your neighbors.

Ask how you can help: Neighborly gestures contribute to a positive and welcoming neighborhood environment and can come back tenfold when you need help.