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• Repatriation-minimum coverage of US $7,500• Co-Insurance must not exceed 25%• Deductible must not exceed US $500• Acceptable Insurance Company Rating indicating on of the followingo A.M Best rating of A- or above,o ISI rating of A- or above,o Standard & Poor’s Claims-Paying Ability rating A- or above, oro Weiss Research, Inc. rating of B+ or above.• All of the above must be presented in EnglishRemarks: Please confirm with your insurance representative(s) that your policy is acceptableamong the local health care providers.MAINTENANCE SERVICESThe Maintenance Department of Methodist University strives to work with students to make day-to-dayactivities as comfortable as possible. Cooperation by students is imperative. Prompt reporting ofmaintenance needs to the Resident Assistant or Residential Coordinator will make a timely responsepossible. Any problems with heating, air-conditioning, or lighting in the residence hall should be reported.Because of the pride we take in our campus buildings and grounds, students’ assistance is greatlyappreciated. A work order system is in place, and more information can be found on the student sectionof the Methodist University website.HOUSING & RESIDENCE LIFE“Community of Opportunity”Mission StatementThe Department of Housing and Residence Life of Methodist University supports the mission of theUniversity and the philosophy that a University education facilitates the development of the whole person.Our staff recognizes that residence hall living is an integral part of the educational process. We recognizethat our students must have a healthy, clean, and safe environment. Residence hall living cherishes diversityand celebrates similarities as well as promotes moral and ethical decision making, emphasizes the valueof active citizenship, and encourages the development of positive self-image. We build relationships withstudents, facilitate community, and help students gain an appreciation for their community.Residence Hall ProceduresThe residential experience has a positive impact on University students, during their time at the Universityand afterwards. Studies have shown that living in the residence halls makes a great impact on studentsuccess both academically and socially. Research has proven that students who live in the residence hallsare more likely to achieve a higher grade point average, complete their degree in four years, participatein more extracurricular activities and have positive self image and go on to attend graduate school.One of the purposes of the Department of Housing and Residence Life is to aid students in makingtheir time at Methodist University a valuable developmental experience. The residence halls provide astructured environment for students to live, work and grow together while gaining from experiences thatunite them and make them a united fellowship. Methodist University supports this precept.Freshmen and Sophomore ResidencyIt is the policy of the University that, space permitting, all students who have earned 62 hours orless must live in University-operated residence halls unless they commute from the home of aparent or legal guardian. A local resident is defined as a person residing within 60 miles of theUniversity. All requests for waivers of the policy must be directed in writing to the Dean of Students.While any student is in residence at the University, the occupancy of the residence hall room is considered theuse of a University facility. This usage does not give the same latitude, as does a lessee or leaser rental contract.37