Always try to ask your fellow students first (on Facebook, for example); they just might know what to do. Otherwise, for most course-related issues, ask your instructor. For other academic issues, check the Student Handbook (!), ask your tutor, or contact the AAC. For issues regarding housing, contact the HAC or Villex.
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The RASA Discount Card is your Golden Ticket to a lot of RASA Goodness. Every student receives it at the beginning of their time at UCR. It can be used at various shops throughout Middelburg, as listed on the UCR Custom Map, or on the RASA Discount Card Sheet.
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The best option is the eduroam network. By following the instructions and installing the software found on this website (remember that your Solis ID is your Student Number), you can automatically connect to Wi-Fi at many universities, all over the world. Go ahead, try it out!
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While UCR and RASA are constantly working on improving the sustainability on campus there are a few things that each student can do on their own accord. The lovely people from our SusCo have compiled a very handy guide with many tips and tricks. You can grab it right here.
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This website is only made possible with the incredible sacrifices the RASA Web Team is making in order to bring you this unprecedented website experience. Much sweat, blood and many hours went into the unbelievable feat of creating something as magnificent as this digital resource. Admire how their combined skill unites to produce something only someone as skilled as them is capable of. Bow before the masters who put their academic success at stake only to serve the public. They do not need your personal thank as they know, they are only doing all of this for the greater good, but you shall forever be thankful for the gift you are receiving from them.
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International students should first check out the Red Cross Buddy Project Brochure which contains a lot of useful information for new (international) students. Though it is intended for international students, some of the information could be useful for Dutch students as well.
It is most likely that you have your own bank account in your home country. Non-EU students should know that you need a PIN card (debit card), instead of a credit card, to properly get around in the Netherlands. For this you need a Dutch bank account.
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You are able to acquire a Dutch phone number through prepaid, a SIM-only contract, a contract with phone or a contract with a lease phone. Every option has its own advantages, disadvantages and requirements.
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Although many students might beg different, the Dutch train system is straight forward and simple. There are some important details you should take into account though!
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Next to public transportation by the NS, you are able to get your own car. To own a car in the Netherlands you need, next to your health insurance, another type of insurance.
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Health insurance is mandatory in the Netherlands. Next to that there are a few things, telephone numbers and people you need to know to make sure that you know what to do in case of emergency.
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You can either buy a bike at a bike store (more expensive, but with guarantee if it breaks) or from another student (cheaper but no guarantee). The bike store mentioned in the RASA discount card is Profile. You can visit the RA Furniture Bazaar for second hand bikes.
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Go to Workspaces, log in, and click on ‘My schedule’ in the sidebar for your current schedule. In your first semester, your schedule and the courses you’ll be taking will be given to you during the IntRoweek. If the timetables for next semester have already been announced, you can also use the Course Clash Checker to check what your schedule for next semester will be.
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During the IntRoweek in your first semester, you’ll hear which courses you’ll be taking. You can then find the book list and order books via De Drvkkery website, or in their store on the Market Square. Many students sell their books in the RA Book Bazaar once they’re done with them, so try posting which books you need there for cheaper, second-hand books!
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UCR uses an automated digital printing system. In order to print something you can press ctrl + p when using UCR computers or upload your document to //print.ucr.nl. You only have to swipe your white card in front of the scanner and have enough credit to print! You can charge your white card by chipknip in Eleanor.
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You will receive a free library card in the IntRoweek. You can use this library card for the three years you study at UCR. All information you need to properly use the library card will be given to you after receival. The library staff is always willing to help you.
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In your IntRoweek you will do a test which will determine whether you will placed in the 100-level or 200-level English class. In other language tracks you first need to do the lowest level before you can advance to higher level courses or you need to do a language test to enter a specific level. Ask your tutor for more information.
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Short answer: No. However, many courses require you to take other courses as a prerequisite. You can find out which other courses are required for each course by going to the UCR Website, going to the page of that specific course, and looking at “Prerequisites”. You can also ask your tutor for more information.
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There are four main campus locations, and several smaller ones, as can be seen on the UCR Custom Map. As Middelburg is not a large city, one can walk or bike to class from any campus location, in just a few minutes. A general overview of the main locations (except for Bachtensteene) can also be found on the UCR Website.
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Many students buy and sell furniture in the Furniture Bazaar, which is organised by the HAC every semester. You can also keep an eye on “Ik geef weg – Walcheren”, a (Dutch) Facebook group where people from in and around Middelburg give away stuff for free; you only need to pick it up!
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Call Domino’s (0118 673 040) and tell them “I’d like to order a RASA pizza”. It’s that simple! The RASA pizza consists of chicken, pesto, and jalapeños and it's only €5. Enjoy!
Furthermore your RASA discount card also functions as a Dominos Gold card, which means that you'll get a sweet discount on most pizzas! |
We love pizza, and so do the students of University College Roosevelt!
— Domino’s Middelburg, 2017 |
