SLC Life Public Transportation at the U of U

SLC Life Grid System Most of the streets in Salt Lake City are based on a grid system. This means that most of the streets run north to south, or east to west. The center of the “grid” is Temple Square in downtown Salt Lake City. The further North you go, the bigger the street numbers get, such as 100 N, 200 N etc… The same is true for all other directions.

*Not all streets have numbers. Some only have names, such as Main Street, University Ave.

*Some other cities surrounding Salt Lake also have a grid system. When trying to find an address, be sure to check which city it is in.

Public Transportation at the U of U

Travel Tips  Plan your trip using the trip planner on www.rideuta.com or www.maps.google.com  Public Transportation has different schedules for weekdays, weekends, and holidays  Public Transportation is usually on time, but sometimes it can be late  Busses do not automatically stop at every bus stop. Be sure to let the driver know that you want to get off at the next bus stop.

Utah Transit Authority (UTA)  www.rideuta.com - Use the “UTA Trip Planner” and enter in your current address and your destination address . Enter your starting address and your destination address . Select what time you are traveling

. Submit the information and get instructions on how to take public transportation to your destination . Remember to get directions to go back home from your destination - Ride for free with your UCard. Just tap on and off with your UCard on the electronic reader

Google Maps  www.Maps.google.com - Find a map for any address - Get driving/bus/walking directions - Use google street view (zoom in all the way in google maps and drag the yellow “person” icon onto the street) to see what your destination looks like.

Campus Shuttle  http://www.uofubus.com/  Text “uofubus (#)” to 41411 (Union=1, Heritage Center=3, President‟s Circle=8)

Other Transportation  Taxi/Cab - Taxi‟s must be called by phone. Most of the time you cannot flag them from the road  Yellow Cab - www.yellowcabutah.com – 801-521-2100  Ute Cab - www.utecabco.com – 801-359-7788

Obtaining a Driver’s License http://driverlicense.utah.gov/ For more detailed information, please ask for the Driver‟s License Brochure at the International Center. Documents needed to get a Utah License: 1. Identity and Legal/Lawful Status Verification: Unexpired foreign passport with visa 2. Social Security Verification (must provide one)  Social Security card issued by the U.S. Government that has been signed and has not been laminated; or  If the Social Security card is not available, the applicant may present one of the following documents which contain the applicant's name and full SSN: Letter from the Social Security Administration indicating ineligibility to obtain a Social Security number as a result of their legal/lawful presence status. 3. Utah Residency Verification must provide two: o Bank Statement (dated within 60 days); o Current mortgage or rental contract; o Major credit card bill (dated within 60 days); o School transcript (dated within 90 days); get from Registrar‟s Office (SSB 250) o Utility bill (billing date within 60 days), (cell phone bills will not be accepted); o Valid Utah vehicle registration or title; o Other documents acceptable to the Division upon review, except that only one proof of address document printed from the internet will be accepted. 4. AND - Proof of Driving Experience required for first Utah license (not required when obtaining a learner permit, or over the age of 19)  Evidence of completion of a course in driver training; or  Evidence of a driving privilege issued in another state or country.

Banking, Cell Phones, Textbooks and Shopping

Banking

Choosing a bank: There are several options when choosing a bank. Consider location, fees, and ATM convenience! Using the ATM from your bank is free, but other banks will charge a fee.  University of Utah Credit Union, Bookstore branch (www.ucreditu.com) o Opening a checking and savings account: checking free with $10 in a savings account o Checking account minimum or monthly fee: None o International wire transfer fee: $25 outgoing, $10 incoming o Branch location on campus and ATM in the Union  Wells Fargo Bank, 235 S 1300 E (www.wellsfargo.com) o Opening a checking and savings account: Need $100 to open account but can take out 24 hrs later. Free savings account. o Checking account minimum or monthly fee: $3 per month or free if (1) use credit/debit card enough times, (2) direct deposit $25+ per month OR (3) keep minimum balance $300. o International wire transfer fee: $30 outgoing, $12.50 incoming o Branch location on 1300 E 250 S and ATMs on campus in the Union and Stadium  Chase, 376 E 400 S (www.chase.com) o Opening a checking and savings account: Need $25 to open account but can take out 24 hrs later. Savings is free if you keep a minimum of $300 or have an automatic $25 transferred from checking to savings every month. o Checking account minimum or monthly fee: No minimum balance. Chase college checking (17-24 yrs old) has no monthly fee for 5 years. After that, direct deposit keeps it free or $6/month. o International wire transfer fee: $45 outgoing, $15 incoming. o Branch location on 376 E 400 S (Trolley/Library TRAX stop) and ATM in Union.  There is NO Bank of America in Salt Lake City

Opening your account: Bring your passport and I-20 to the bank where you choose to open your account. Speak with a bank representative about your options! You can open a checking account and/or a savings account. Savings accounts bear interest but require a larger initial deposit. Checking accounts are the most popular among students. Request a free checking card from the bank, and get a list of ATM locations. Review online banking with a bank representative.

*Do NOT put a university office as your mailing address! Make sure to always update your current mailing address and choose to receive mail electronically (by email) if possible.

Cell Phones

Plans: You can choose a two-year contract, monthly or a pre-paid plan. The two-year contract will likely include a free cell phone, but there are fees for leaving the plan early. A pre-paid or monthly plan is slightly more expensive per month, but there is no extended contract. You may 4

also consider sharing a family plan with classmates. Make sure you agree on how many minutes you need and who will pay if you go over your limit.

*Do NOT put a university office as your mailing address! Make sure to always update your current mailing address and choose to receive mail electronically (by email) if possible.

Carriers: Sprint, AT&T, Team Mobile and Verizon are the most popular service companies. Estimate the minutes and text messages you will use each month, then visit www.letstalk.com to see plans that fit your needs. Compare „Individual Plan‟ prices, then visit the store location and speak with an employee about what you need.

Team Mobile: 613 E 400 S. F1 visa students can be approved for three lines with no deposit. Monthly plans with no contract. AT&T: 675 East 500 South Sprint: 665 East 400 South Verizon: 639 East 400 South

*All providers also have stores in the Gateway Mall.

Textbooks

Places to get your textbooks include: - The University Bookstore (can buy or rent) - Online sites: www.cheapesttextbooks.com, www.amazon.com, and www.half.com. - Marriott Library: Go to the „reserve desk‟ and ask if your book is on reserve. - From other students, especially off of email lists like ISC (International Student Council)

*Renting and buying online are the cheapest options. Use the ISBN # to find the correct textbooks online.

Shopping

Taxes and Tips:  Sales taxes are in the range of 5.95% - 8.35%.  When dining in a restaurant, a 15%-20% tip is appropriate for good service. On the bill there will be a line to include the tip.

Food: Smith‟s - www.smithsfoodanddrug.com/  455 South 500 East, (801) 328-6000 o Trax to Trolley station  876 E 800 S, Salt Lake City, Utah (801) 355-2801 o o Bus 9 to 900 S @ 901 E stop

Specialty Food Markets  Southeast Market (Asian) o 433 E 900 S o Bus 9 to 900 S @ 451 E stop 5

 Halal Market o 2850 South Redwood Road o Green Line TRAX to Redwood Junction stop

 Sprouts Farmers Market (Organic) o 656 East 200 South o Bus 220 to 100 S @ 705 E stop or Bus 2 to 200 S @ 667 E stop

General  Target – www.target.com - 1110 S 300 W, (801) 401-9562 - near UTA Trax Ballpark Station or Bus 9

 Wal-Mart – www.walmart.com/ - 350 Hope Avenue, (801) 484-7311 - Open 24 hours - near UTA Trax Ballpark Station

Shopping Malls and Centers  City Creek Center - Higher end shopping, restaurants (closed Sundays) - 100 S Main St - Trax to City Center stop

 Gateway - Shopping, restaurants, movie theater, planetarium - 110 S. 400 W - Trax to ARENA or Planetarium stop

 Trolley Square - Shopping Center, Whole Foods Market (Organic Grocery Store) - 500 S 700 E - TRAX to TROLLEY stop

 Brickyard Plaza - Discount Shopping – Ross, TJ Maxx - 3200 S. 1300 E. - Bus 220

Neighborhood Shopping Areas  Sugar House - Shopping, dollar movie theater, restaurants, park, coffee shops - 2100 S. 1100 E. - Bus 220 to 2090 S. 1300 E.

 9th and 9th - Shopping, restaurants - 900 S. 900 E. - Bus 213 to 900 S 1201 E

Campus Resources

Police Career Services http://dps.utah.edu/ http://careers.utah.edu/ Emergency: 911 Student Services Building #350 Campus Police: 801-581-2677 801-581-6186 SLC Police Non-emergency: 801-799-3000 Find internships and on-campus jobs. Get help with your resume (CV) and interviewing skills. Crisis Hotline (Suicide) 801-587-3000 Center for Disability Services http://disability.utah.edu University Counseling Center Union Building #162 http://www.sa.utah.edu/counsel 801-581-5020 Student Services Building #426 The Center for Disability Services provides 801-587-7722 accommodations and support for the educational development of students with Services address personal, career, and disabilities. We strive to improve understanding academic learning issues. Formats include and acceptance of students with disabilities individual and group counseling, classes, and throughout the University community. workshops.

Student Health Center LGBT Resource Center http://studenthealth.utah.edu/ http://www.sa.utah.edu/lgbt 801-581-6431 Union Building #418 TB tests, MMR vaccinations, and other 801-587-7973 healthcare and wellness needs. The LGBT Resource Center seeks to provide a safe environment for students, faculty, staff, Office of the Dean of Students alumni, and community members to promote, educate, and develop programs centering on http://sa.utah.edu/dos sexual orientation and gender identity. Union Building #270 801-581-7066 Women’s Resource Center The Dean of Students' Office coordinates the Student Conduct Administration processes, http://www.sa.utah.edu/women serves as an advocate for students facing Olpin Union Building #411 challenges to their success as students, and 801-581-8030 advises several student leadership T W m ’ R c C t (WRC) at t organizations. University of Utah serves as the central resource for educational and support services for women. International Center http://internationalcenter.utah.edu/ Global Pathways Union Building #410 http://www.facebook.com/UniversityUtahGlo 801-581-8876 balPathways The International Center staff members are http://www.global-pathways.com/ experts in the immigration regulations pertaining In May: Building 601 (directly across from to non-immigrant F and J visa holders and the University Guest House) ensure that the University of Utah complies with After May: Building 124 (small white building immigration regulations pertaining to just south of the Park Building) international students and scholars. PHONE NUMBERS: Main Line (9 AM – 5 PM, Monday-Friday): 801-587-9995 Emergency Line: +1 888-763-3382

Writing and Language Resources

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Writing Program Dr. compiled a list of graduate students in Room 3700 the Writing Program and associate Phone: 801-581-7090 professors who offer tutoring services for a fee.

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Writing Center Phone: 801-587-9122 from variety of majors. They can help students improve any aspect of their writing: developing ideas, organizing thoughts, polishing sentences, and more.

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Center Phone: 801-581-8746 learning how to take tests in the American University system.

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Center Building ESL, writing skills and proof reading. Phone: 801-581-5153 Fees are $7.00 an hour for individual sessions or $4.00 an hour for group tutoring. Call in advance for an appointment.

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Student Activities

On-Campus Events  University Event Calendar: www.events.utah.edu  Crimson Nights: http://www.upc.utah.edu/crimsonnights

Sports  Football/Basketball, MUSS: www.alumni.utah.edu/muss/membership/  Campus Recreation - Information on sports and recreation on campus o http://utah.edu/campusrec/ . Intramural Sports Teams . Club Sports . Fitness Classes . Outdoor Recreation Program - Rentals, trips, and film festivals!.

Outdoors  National Parks: www.utah.com/nationalparks/  Local Hikes: www.utah.com/saltlake/hiking.htm

Art  Dance o Modern Dance: www.dance.utah.edu/ o Ballet: www.ballet.utah.edu/  Visual o Utah Museum of Fine Arts: http://umfa.utah.edu/ o Theater Department: www.theatre.utah.edu/ o Pioneer Theater: www.pioneertheatre.org/  School of Music: www.music.utah.edu/

Volunteer  Bennion Center (student volunteer center): www.sa.utah.edu/bennion/  University Hospital: http://healthcare.utah.edu/hospital/customerservice/volunteer/

Student Groups  ASUU (Associated Students of the U of U; Student Government): www.asuu.utah.edu/ o Student Group List: https://utah-community.symplicity.com/?s=student_group

SUMMER ACTIVITIES in SLC http://saltlakecity.about.com Things to Do in Salt Lake City (mostly FREE!) By Marsha Maxwell, About.com Guide http://saltlakecity.about.com/od/arts/tp/FreeThingsHub.htm

1. Free Events by Month or Holiday Each month's or holiday's About.com: Salt Lake City event list includes some free events.

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 May  June  Summer Concerts  Free Summer Movies  Farmers Markets  July  July 4th  Pioneer Day  August

2. Museums and Galleries Salt Lake has several terrific free museums and art galleries. Other museums that normally charge admission have occasional free days.  Museums on Campus:  Fort Douglas Military Museum  Natural History Museum of Utah  Utah Museum of Fine Arts  Museums Downtown:  Utah Museum of Contemporary Art  The Leonardo

3. Parks Salt Lake City Parks Salt Lake County Parks  Liberty Park and Tracy Aviary – Nearby; Sunday drum circle at ~3 PM; paddle boats  Sugarhouse Park – Nearby  Red Butte Garden – On Campus

4. Libraries  Salt Lake City Libraries  Salt Lake County Libraries

5. Farmers Markets  Downtown Farmers Market – Starts June 8  Sugar House Farmers Market – Starts July 5  University of Utah Farmers Market – Starts August  Park City Farmers Market  Park Silly Sunday Market

6. Festivals  Living Traditions Festival, May 17-19, Washington Square Salt Lake City & County Building  Utah Pride Festival, May 30-June 2, Washington Square  Utah Asian Festival, June 8, Sandy's South Towne Center, Sandy  2012 Utah Arts Festival, June 21-24, Library Square  Craft Lake City Festival, August 9-10, The Gallivan Center  4th Annual International Folk Festival, August 28, Sandy City Amphitheater, Sandy

7. Hiking and Biking Trails, Sports and Outdoor Activities Hiking and biking trails, whether in the city, in the foothills or in nearby canyons, are some of Salt Lake's most beloved and well-used amenities.  At the U of U:  Outdoor Recreation Program – Rent outdoor equipment and sign up for trips!

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 Campus Recreation – Take fitness classes and join intramural sports teams!

8. Historic Buildings and Churches Visit a historic building, or take a walking tour through one of Salt Lake's historic neighborhoods.

9. Summer Concerts Music adds magic to a cool summer evening. Here's a list of outdoor summer concerts for the Salt Lake City area, many of which are free.  Twilight Concert Series – Cheap, fun and easy to get to! - Downtown  Red Butte Garden Concerts - On U of U campus  Gallivan Center Evening Concerts and Festivals - Downtown  Gallivan Center Lunch Bunch Concerts - Downtown  Sandy Amphitheater  USANA Amphitheater  Cool Air Concert Series at Snowbird  Summer Concerts at Deer Valley Resort – Park City  Summer Concerts at The Canyons – Park City  Postfontaine: http://www.postfontaine.com/

10. Free Summer Movies There's plenty of free entertainment in the Salt Lake area during the summer, including free movie nights sponsored by community organizations throughout the Salt Lake Valley. Most are outdoors, so bring a blanket and a few of your best friends to enjoy a great movie and a beautiful  Gallivan Center Monday Night Movies - Mondays  Salt Lake City Friday Night Flicks - Fridays  Sundance Film Institute Free Summer Movies at Red Butte Garden  Utah State Capital Movie Under the Stars  Free Movies at the Salt Lake City Public Library

Unique Movie Theaters:  Brewvies Cinema Pub  The Organ Loft  Salt Lake Film Society: Tower Theatre and Broadway Centre Cinemas  Clark Planetarium - IMAX  Giant Screen IMAX: Gateway, Thanksgiving Point, Jordan Commons  Redwood Drive-In  Dollar Movie Theaters - Cinemark Sugar House Movies 10, 2227 S. Highland Dr, 801-466-3699

EXTRAS! Event Websites:  University of Utah event calendar: http://www.events.utah.edu/  Visit Salt Lake: http://www.visitsaltlake.com/events/  Downtown SLC Alliance: http://www.downtownslc.org/  Park City: http://www.parkcityinfo.com/

Student Group Email Lists: https://www.lists.utah.edu  International Student Council  Chinese Student and Scholars Association  Korean Student Association  Taiwanese Student Association  Muslim Student Association

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Health Insurance and Immunization

Step 1: Purchase the University of Utah Student Health Insurance (GM Southwest) - $342 USD for Summer semester . PAY by the Tuition Deadline . Pay Online on your CiS page “Tuition Bill/Pay Tuition” . Pay at the Cashier’s Window 165 Student Services Building (SSB) with a card, cash or check. . You will need to buy health insurance every semester you are a student here. If you do not pay, the university will put a hold on your account and you will not be allowed to register for the next semester classes. You must purchase university approved insurance. . Dental (teeth) and vision coverage are NOT included in your health insurance plan. You may enroll in the optional dental and vision programs offered by Delta Dental (www.deltadentalins.com) and Davis Vision by going to www.utesstudentinsurance.com.

Step 2: Proof of Immunity You will need to have the dates of when you received 2 MMR vaccines OR 2 Measles, 2 Mumps, and 1 Rubella Vaccination. Cost to receive the vaccine at the Student Health Center is FREE with the Student Health Insurance. . You must wait at least 30 days between getting your 1st and 2nd MMR shots

(ضرم لسلا ,Step 3: Tuberculosis Testing (Tuberculosis= 결핵, 肺结核, 肺結核 All international students will be screened to see if your home country has a high prevalence of tuberculosis (TB). If your country has a high prevalence of TB, you will be required to receive a TB test. The test is FREE with the Student Health Insurance. If your test is positive, a blood test is required. The Student Health Center does NOT give tests on THURSDAY. Please note that the TB test must be done in the U.S., not in your home country. . You must make an appointment at the Student Health Center to get this test.

Student Health Center Hours: You MUST make an appointment!  Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Closed Wednesdays 12:00-2:00 p.m.)  Saturday -9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (Closed Saturdays during breaks and those falling before Monday holidays or after Friday holidays)  Lab and immunizations walk-in hours: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday-Friday.

Address: 555 Foothill Dr. 1st Floor Telephone: (801) 581-6431  call to make an appointment! Or sign up at orientation table Website: http://www.studenthealth.utah.edu/

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AFTER HOURS: You can call 801-581-6431 for recorded directory information.

UNIVERSITY OF UTAH After hours/Community Clinics:  Redwood Health Center, 1525 West 2100 South, Salt Lake City, 84119, 801-213-9900 Urgent Care Clinic Hours: Monday-Friday: 5 pm to 8 pm, Saturday: 9 am to 8 pm, Sunday: 9 am to 8 pm  University of Utah Sugar House Health Center, 1138 East Wilmington Avenue, Salt Lake City, 84106, 801-581-2000, Monday through Friday: 8 am to 5 pm

The Student Wellness Team at SHS can help with services such as the provision of health information relevant to students – most often this includes information on stress, sleep, nutrition and tobacco use; HIV and STD testing & alcohol education and prevention.

Tips to remember for university insurance:  Use the Student Health Center for all of your health care.  Be sure you always have a referral from your Student Health Center provider before seeking any outside health-related services.  Return to the Student Health Center for any follow-up care after receiving after-hours, out-of-area or emergency care.  Pay your premium on or before the enrollment deadline.  Dial 911 for emergencies only & do not use the emergency room at the hospital unless it is an EMERGENCY (serious injury or life-threatening)!  Dental and vision insurance are NOT included in the Student Health Insurance plan! You can buy it separately.  Bring a translator tool to help you. All of your immunization records must be translated in English.

Common Terms Used with Insurance Policies:

Pre-existing Condition- A condition (physical and/or medical) that existed or which a participant was being treated prior to the effective date of coverage under a given insurance policy.

Premium- The amount of money you pay for the policy you select. Premiums are usually paid on a semester or yearly basis.

Claim- Your (or your doctor‟s) written request for payment by the insurance company for a cost incurred and covered by your policy.

Deductible: The initial portion of a covered expense which must be paid by the insured person before the insurance policy pays its part of the expense.

Co-Payment or “co-pay”- The portion of a covered expense, after the deductible is paid, which must be paid by the insured individual. The co-payment is usually expressed in a percentage, for example, if insurance company pays 80% of covered charges the co-payment is 20%.

Exclusion- Any condition which is not covered by your insurance policy and for which no payments will be made

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Salt Lake City Apartment Guide

There are a few resources you might want to check out before beginning your search:  Off campus living information from the International Center: http://ic.utah.edu/forms- publications/documents/PUBOff-CampusHousing_000.pdf  University of Utah Off-Campus Housing Service: http://offcampushousing.utah.edu/

Some areas and neighborhoods that are convenient and safe for students to live in include:  University of Utah (U of U)  Sugarhouse  The Avenues  Liberty Park  Harvard Yale  Downtown  9th and 9th  Capitol Hill  Foothill  Trolley Square

Room rentals in a shared home or apartment are usually about $350-$500 per month and single apartments are usually about $600+ per month.

When you have an idea of the area of the city you might want to live in and what prices are acceptable, there are a few websites that may be useful for finding available places:  University's Official Off-Campus Housing Site: http://offcampushousing.utah.edu/ o At the University's off-campus housing site you may find a place to rent, lease, find a roommate, buy or sell furniture, or post a message.  Craig's List Salt Lake City: http://saltlakecity.craigslist.org/apa/ o Craig's List provides an internet based list of properties to rent, lease or buy in Salt Lake City and the surrounding areas.  PadMapper: https://www.padmapper.com/ o Type in Salt Lake City into the Where To? To look for listings on several different sites  Salt Lake Tribune: http://www.sltrib.com/ o Check the classified section of the local newspaper under Real Estate, Rentals for apartments, houses, and condos to rent. Click the "Homes" tab  KSL TV and Radio Station: http://www.ksl.com/index.php?nid=13 o Check the "Other Real Estate" à "Rooms for Rent" section for rental information

When searching for a place to rent or lease, keep in mind:  Most apartments are not furnished, which means you will have to purchase furniture and household items locally. You can find inexpensive options at local secondhand stores and online.  If you want to find a furnished apartment, be sure and include this information on the questionnaire when searching for accommodations.  If you do not have transportation, you may want to look for a place to rent which is close by a TRAX or bus line.  It is normal for people to request a deposit and sign a longer term lease (6 months - 1 year)  If you are a smoker, please note that many places very strictly do not allow smoking indoors. If you do need to live somewhere that you can smoke indoors please include that in your information when searching for accommodations.

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