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BACK TO SCHOOL GUIDE – Jonesboro Right Now – Jonesboro is home to Arkansas State University, a public university with numerous two-year, four-year, and graduate degree programs. JRN has compiled a list of resources for first-time students, as well as some helpful reminders for returning students.

Move-In Day Information

Move-In Day is Aug. 15 beginning at 8 a.m. On this day, residents will check into their dorms and receive room keys. Students must have a valid A-State ID either physically or on their phone to properly check in.

Students should also order a parking permit before arriving on campus if they plan to bring a vehicle. Click here to order one.

| Not bringing a vehicle? Jonesboro’s public transit service, GOJO, provides free rides to all A-State students with a valid student ID. Click here for more route and schedule information.

Some students may have early move-in dates. Those who have been approved for this are asked to closely monitor their emails for further details.

| Curious about what you can and can’t pack? Click here for a complete packing list breakdown.

When packing, be sure to label all boxes with your name, residence hall and room number to ensure any on-site volunteers bring your items to the correct room. Students should consult with roommates beforehand to determine who will be bringing various shared items.

| Bedding Sizes:

Twin XL Beds (36” x 80”)	Arkansas Hall Living-Learning Community (double rooms), Kays Hall, NorthPark Quads, University Hall
Full Beds (54” x 75”)	Collegiate Park Living-Learning Community (single rooms), Neil Griffin College of Business Living-Learning Community, Red Wolf Den, ROTC Living-Learning Community, STEM Living-Learning Community

Students wanting to receive mail can purchase a P.O. Box at the post office on campus, which is on the north side of the Reng Student Union. It can also be reached at 870-932-7192.

| Need to know where to go? Click here for a full map of campus.

For after-hours dorm assistance, the RA duty numbers are below. These numbers are to be called if a student is locked out of their dorm or if there is an emergency work order, such as no heat/air, a major leak, fire, etc.

Arkansas Hall / Living Learning Communities	(870) 275-8055
Collegiate Park	(870) 243-2924
Kays Hall	(870) 273-9569
North Park Quads	(870) 919-5766
Pack Place / The Circle / The Village	(870) 819-5928
Red Wolf Den	(870) 919-5766
University Hall	(870) 273-9328

If you have further questions, click here to go to the A-State Housing webpage. It can also be contacted at housing@astate.edu or at 870-972-2042. It is located at Room 2167 on the second floor of the Reng Student Union.

Dining

A-State has different dining options on campus, which accept credit/debit cards, Flex dollars, meal swipes, and meal plans. Cash is not accepted at any A-State dining locations.

Find a full list of dining locations, with links to more information, below:

Students can order ahead at different A-State dining locations with GrubHub. Click here to learn more. Meals can also be delivered directly to students with Kiwibot, provided the service is offered at that dining location. If eligible, the location will say “offers robot delivery” on the GrubHub app.

Dining Services can be reached at 870-972-2059 or at dining@astate.edu. A webpage with more information can be found here.

Student Resources

Tutoring services for 1000- and 2000-level classes, as well as writing and math, are all available. Sessions are offered both virtually and in-person, although making an appointment beforehand is usually required. Click here for more information on tutoring.

Students can also get career advice with Career Services, which offer advising, resume workshops, and even practice interviews. It also hosts job fairs and various networking events. Click here for more information.

| Need a different resource? Click here for a full webpage of student support options.

In need of a checkup? The Student Health Center, located at 333B Red Wolf Blvd. (it’s next to the football stadium and in the same building as the St. Bernards First Care Clinic), is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Students must have active health insurance to be seen.

The Jonesboro Church Health Center and ARCare can offer reduced-cost services for those without insurance.

The Wilson Counseling Center on campus offers free, confidential mental health support. Appointments can be virtual or in-person. Before sessions can begin, students will need to complete an intake session. Click here for more information.

Additionally, a list of more campus and community resources, some of which are for emergencies, is linked here. Scroll to “Campus & Community Resources” to see the full list.

Textbook Brokers is the official bookstore of A-State. It is not on campus; it is located at 2106 E. Johnson Ave. and is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday. It is closed on Sundays. It can be reached at 870-935-2325 or at textbookbrokers@gmail.com.

Getting Connected

Getting to meet new classmates can be daunting for first-year students. However, there are several ways to meet new people, all throughout the college experience.

There are over 150 registered student organizations, covering everything from academics to different fields of study, and sporting activities. Click here for a full list, complete with the organization’s leadership contacts.

Those wanting to lead and serve their campus community can participate in different leadership organizations.

| Want to participate in Greek life? Click here for more information.

Student Activities Board plans events for the entire campus, while the Student Government Association allows participants to be the voice of the student body. Get involved with Volunteer A-State to get connected with not only A-State’s volunteer outreach programs, but community ones as well. Click here for more information.

The university also has an app, allowing students to see all campus information while on the go. Click here for the App Store download, or here for the Google Play download.

During the first week of school, A-State will host Wolves Up Week, a week of community-building and connection events organized by the Student Activities Board. Wolves Up Week events are listed below:

Saturday, Aug. 15: Party with the Pack – Enjoy food trucks, singing and music at Heritage Plaza Lawn starting at 6:30 p.m.
Sunday, Aug. 16: Light Up the Lawn – Enjoy music, light-up games and ice cream at Heritage Plaza Lawn from 10 p.m. to midnight
Monday, Aug. 17: Sunset Social – Students can purchase merchandise, as well as enjoy food trucks and live music, inside the Red Wolf Center from 6 to 9 p.m.
Tuesday, Aug. 18: Splash Bash – Enjoy snow cones, water slides and a mechanical surfboard at Heritage Plaza Lawn from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Thursday, Aug. 20: Silent Disco – Concludes Wolves Up Week, held from 7:30 to 10 p.m. inside the Red Wolf Center.