#off-campus housing by UVU

[promenade-place]

At Promenade we offer three floor plans, a four bedroom two bathroom, a four bedroom four bathroom, and a studio. All of the rooms at Promenade are private.

[fullmusicgladiator]

Everyday Essentials for Student Accommodation

Summary- Making your student apartment  ready cannot be easy. It is a hard process, and choose trusted student housing like uvu off-campus housing for the best experience.

Clearly, as the time comes close for your departure to the university, you will get more and more thrilled. Just imagine yourself nestled into your dorm, which you keep decorated with pictures and decorations. And if you plan on a pre-drinks party with your fellow students,  definitely, you need a well-equipped kitchen. It is definitely dreamy. You can prepare yourself for this. And sure, your student apartment should look perfect for that.

But before that, it's essential to think about storage options and organization basics. As you are students moving into uvu student apartments, you need more things on your plate. So making it all work would not be easy. But if you are cleared and prepared ahead, then you can properly begin the academic year. Use this as a comprehensive university checklist. That includes everything a student would need. With these things, you can pack carefully. And don't forget to review the whole list. And once packing is over, you can mark each item off as you go.

How to Find Which are Essentials?

You will be taking a lot of stuff. Like starting from clothes, books, gaming items, and all the things. But will you be able to accommodate all that in your dorm? So you need to figure out this. Which is essential, and how can you make that fit in your space? The kinds of stuff you need for your living, and without that, if you cannot meet your ends, then you can call it Essentials. Let us see what essential kinds of stuff are needed and categorize it room-wise.

Essentials For Every Room

When you try to categorize it room-wise, you can actually make a pretty good list of it. And so you cannot miss out on anything.

Bedroom

The cozy space you would love to hang out in and be there all the time. And the bedroom essentials are listed down below. To keep your bed comfy, you require a base sheet or a mattress protector, A set of sheets, A set of duvet covers, a pillowcase, a Duvet, and Pillows. Apart from this, a Laundry bin, Clothes hangers, Alarm clock, and Desk lamp are essential for your bedroom.

Bathroom

Sure, after having a long day at the university and your studies, you need to relax, and after a shower, you will relax well. So your bathroom should be ready for that, you will require these things. Your bathroom essentials will be soap, a Bathroom robe, a clean set of towels, an air freshener, Pain relievers, and cold medications. Ensure to stock up every now and then.

Kitchen

All the time, you cannot order in and chill. You sure need to cook and have healthy meals. For that, you require a well-equipped kitchen. You require some basic kitchen utensils. Not to lie, it can be hard work, but it will be worth it. So kitchen needs are different from grocery needs. The kitchen needs mugs, pans, saucepans, glasses, some ladles, and more storage containers.

When you move in with trusted places like uvu off-campus housing, you can enjoy a hassle-less and cozy life.

Conclusion

It is all worth it moving in with your college buddies to student housing is the best decision you make. And you can have a pajama party all day and make the best memories.

[nerdygaymormon]

Hi, I’m going to byu this next year and I’m quite scared. Is there anything I should know? Also, I’m toying with the idea of going back into the closet just to make it easier in class and around extended family, because I know going to byu will hurt, but maybe I can make it hurt less? Idk, I’d just really appreciate some sort of response about this because you seem like the kind of person that can give a knowledgeable response. Ty for reading :)

Let me begin by saying my BYU student days are long ago and most of what I share is what I’ve learned from students the past few years or from when I visit campus and speak to people.

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I know people who've been out but went back into the closet for reasons like going to BYU or moving to a new ward. And after experiencing what it's like to be out, being back in the closet the second time is a tougher experience. They recognize they are suppressing themselves.

I understand your desire to go back in the closet and how it gives you the opportunity to come out to roommates and friends after you test the water, maybe ask them questions and get a sense of their level of acceptance.

An alternative to going back into the closet is find an apartment with another queer person living there. If you know some queer BYU students, ask them to help you find housing with a queer roommate. If you don't know any queer BYU students, perhaps some will read this and message you, or I can contact a few for you.

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The Out Foundation partners with Flourish Therapy to provide therapy for free to queer BYU students. I've only heard good things about Flourish, other than there's typically a wait list and may take weeks/months to get seen and assigned a therapist.

There's also CAPS, the university's counseling & psychological center, and I believe they're included in your student fees, so no additional costs to meet with their counselors. I've also heard good things from queer students who seek help from here.

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USGA is the off-campus group for queer BYU students & their allies. They meet at the Provo library (the old BYU Academy bldg). They meet weekly and have activities. I highly recommend. This is a chance to meet other queer people in a situation similar to you. USGA may also be a route to find a queer roommate.

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If you find that BYU is too much and you need to transfer, The Out Foundation might assist. Last year they raised money to help queer students transfer from BYU after the Honor Code change fiasco. They have a guide to transferring. It's better to get a degree from UVU than to be depressed and suicidal at BYU. Plus the name of the institution you graduate from will follow you the rest of your life and people will assume things about you based off of where you went.

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Caleb Stewart put together this map to Gender Neutral Bathrooms on BYU Campus

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At BYU, your ward will assign you into FHE groups, often it's 1 or 2 men's apartments and 1 or 2 women's apartments assigned together. 

Here's the thing, FHE isn't mandatory for your ecclesiastical endorsement, so skip it if going makes you cringe. There's a social aspect of going to college, and many find FHE contributes to that. 

If you have roommates, they may pressure you to go, but tell them you have class/study group or your going to your parents' house or whatever excuse you want.

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If you want to avoid a calling, there's a couple strategies. Don't draw attention to you the first 3 weeks of school, that's when most callings are extended, maybe go to a friend's ward. If possible, leave your records in your home ward for 2 or 3 weeks until the big rush of callings is over.

You can avoid your BYU ward only a few times because you will need the bishop to renew your ecclesiastical endorsement. Elders Quorum and Relief Society are where your attendance will be taken.

If you really don't want a calling, you can decline the calling. Some callings are more demanding than others.

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The school network used to be monitored, or had software that blocked certain sites, I don’t know what the current situation is. Until you know, be careful what stuff you access on the school network. Things that come across as anti-Mormon may be noticed and get flagged. 

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A different strategy would be to tell shame to take a hike and hang up a rainbow Pride flag when you first move in. If your roommates ask (which they probably will), you can choose to say you're an ally or you are queer. You make the move to indicate this is going to be a queer-safe space.

If they really are uncomfortable with the idea of living with someone who is queer or an ally, they may try to transfer to a different apartment. And if so, good move as it will remove a hostile person from your life.

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Ben Schilaty is a gay man who works in the BYU Honor Code office. Arranging to go by his office to introduce yourself and ask him for advice on how to have a better time at BYU is a good idea. His position is to enforce the Honor Code, so you can ask him about what is or isn't allowable at BYU, but don't go confessing things because he is a school official and would have to take action.

Blake Fisher is a gay man who works as an inclusion advisor in the Office of Student Success and Inclusion. He's worth a visit to see what steps BYU is taking to include queer students. He likely will have some advice on how to be successful as a queer student.

You'll probably be surprised by the number of faculty who are allies and display a rainbow or trans flag outside their office door. One faculty member I would recommend meeting is Roni Jo Draper. She was head of PFLAG in Provo, and is on the board of the ACLU. She'll likely be able to recommend other professors who are queer-friendly.

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You can generally have a good time at BYU. However, anytime you mention queer topics, there's the possibility someone will overhear and respond negatively. You never know when a queerphobic talk will be given at church or a bigoted comment made in class. Feeling like you may experience these things at any time can make a person feel a bit paranoid and that they need to be careful.

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While individual professors may call out people who make such comments in your class, don't expect the administration to take your side. In questions of personal dignity versus someone who claims they're defending church doctrine, the personal dignity of queer people gets sacrificed every time.

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There are opportunities, such as volunteering at Encircle House or running for USGA leadership, that give you an opportunity help better the lives of queer people, and that is a fantastic feeling to know you're making a positive difference.

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A recent poll found 13% of BYU students identify as LGBTQIA. Queer students are there and if you can find some, they'll introduce you to others. Being at BYU as a queer student can feel isolating, but you're not alone. Finding other queer students is very helpful. That group of students are generally very loving and supportive because they know what it's like.

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As BYU is not an affirming, welcoming place for LGBTQIA students, it is up to you to build yourself a support network. This includes faculty who are allies that you can talk with, finding other queer students with whom you can talk about the ignorant things you have to deal with, USGA where you can hang with other queer students, and so on. 

Also monitoring your mental health is important because there's an ongoing low-level of stress that goes with being a queer student at BYU. If you need help, get into CAPS or Flourish and look at the possibility of transferring to another school, you may qualify for in-state tuition depending on several factors.

[mejomonster]

That Ton is watching sotus GOD my bi baby fool himbo u really are. Going through it

Ton: has a breakup

Goes and finds his old childhood best friend he probably always crushed on but didn’t know it was a crush we all been there bro

Finds said old best friend, immediately wants to be that close again and also act like it’s a rebound close relationship to get over Amp

Dude is a uhaul guy apparently

Dude is like jee it’s totally normal to not want my best friend flirted with, to cuddle up at gym, to try and help him and make him happy n flirt with no brakes

Also yes if he says he’s gay and loves me I can get over it (well good u are actually a good friend so there’s that) and then u. Want him in ur room again. I’m sorry my poor oblivious himbo but ur friends are right, space is needed. Like u can’t go back to a romantic friendship knowing Chon has a crush bro. That’s both leading him on (which he seems ok with but!! Long term he wouldn’t it’s not good for y’all) and leaving u in that grey area where Ton u are in love but not confronting how Personally which is some personal growth u gotta go thru bro

Oh and ur watching sotus how can I forget. My dude wants to watch sotus with his best friend who loves Him, who hes probably in love with back, and probably ask if Chon relates as much as Ton which. To be fair. If they did that I think Ton would become self aware anyway so it’s not necessarily a bad idea... like just watch it together and NOT share a bedroom so y’all got boundaries until u realize U like him back so y’all both upfront and self aware that’s all uvu

Anyway Ton is like. Described as DENSE and he truly is thick as a brick. He lives with two other best friends who are gay and in love and very actively flirting, and they keep it secret in the most pathetic dumb ways imaginable, and Ton just goes with it cause he’s actually dumber Than them somehow... and they’re all complete himbos so. It’s quite the feat to be even more oblivious and dense than Ai and Ni. Tons like the one oblivious bi himbo in a house of gay himbos and a best friend mutually in love but he’s got some dad issues and understandably has never examined his love for Chon too deeply probably to avoid said dad issues. Since a majority of his acceptance issues just seem to be his dads words parroted, and he’s cool abandoning them to keep loving his friends completely as ppl, so mostly now it’s probs just an internal thing making him feel bad. Which incidentally... mm his dad needs to let it goooo. Those same words make Ton think he should put up with cruel women like Amp in his life, when it’s clear he is enjoying not being in a toxic relationship for once. Like I’m sure pressure from his dad made him think he should accept being in more toxic relationships in the past. Ton Im Sorry bro..

And amp really. Really is toxic. I’d say only 2 things really pissed me off so far? And like I can handle it cause I’ve seen worse in some Thai shows but just. It’s annoying it’s scenarios common at all I suppose. One is Gunsmile, I’m sorry you gotta play a villain in this even tho they literally reference sotus clips and in sotus you were one of my FAVORITE characters for how you actually Weren’t cruel but very caring. Whereas in this Neung and Amp are truly dangerous, maliciously intended people. Both of them think assault is ok, it’s implied BY them that assault is an issue on campus from seniors Period too (which I hate that it’s implied so casually, even tho I know in a tonnnn of American collehe movies it’s also implied and I know my own fucking university had an awful assault prevalence and just like god please practice safety precautions when you go out to bars or god fucking frats period). Like I’m not surprised it’s implied their college is just as bad, it just makes me annoyed the consequences aren’t more severe. Neung should be charged, him and Amp should be expelled for being a threat to other students. Amp in particular is malicious constantly and I feel like the show paints her as a mad ex but doesn’t really highlight her as quite as full on dangerous as she actually is. She actually wanted to harm Chon and probably Pang. She would harm Ton, and it’s no wonder after she cheated and they broke up Ton decided to literally go no contact and his friends bar Amp from even getting near him. In general I’d well like all these toxic parties in power as upperclassmen to get recprecussions, even tho I know In real universities it unfortunately Is often this fucked up i would Love harsher consequences since this is fiction. And then second on this is Chon not apologizing for kissing Ton Clearly. He apologized when he did it, but the moment was tense then they both left. Then the next scenes implied both chon being sad AND aware he shouldn’t have kissed his friend like that, and his mom even affirmed he should prioritize apologizing - not for loving his friend, since confessing that is not bad, but for kissing him without asking. And considering how Ton reacted, I agree another clearer apology would be nice. And it just annoys me that when they do finally talk calm, the scene skips any apology chon may have made or words they both said about what happened and skips to the “we’ve reconciled and want to hang out and live together again.” So like. It implied Ton forgives him and is fine now that he’s processed things. Which is good, since I’d be madder if Ton felt uncomfortable. But I’m still annoyed the writing setup that it knew Chon kissing him asleep was wrong, and that he should apologize and HE knew it and expressed he wanted to, and then didn’t give me the actual scene. Even if it wasn’t a big deal to Ton, it was in the initial moment and the shows writing knew it enough to say it so I’d have preferred a real scene about it being resolved.

Tho as things go. I think 2gether wasn’t much better. Fairly sure Sarawat kissed Tine without permission drunk, no one apologized. But since this particular show actually addressed that it was aware the action was rude, I was hoping it would complete that consideration and show an apology on screen too. Also idk but similar threats of violence not played as super big? Like Amp and Neung, I think also happened in 2gether. So I suppose this is not particularly surprising. I guess just, because sometimes the writing does address some things (like it’s done very well depicting intolerance due to upbringing/family pressure versus actually addressing it in urself and improving - Ton feels much more relatable to teen me when I was biphobic to myself from authority figures pressures and assumptions I had, yet when I met other queer people I got much better perspective fast even if I didn’t realize I was also queer right away - which I have liked muchhhh better than a lot of “I’m straight except for u” hand waves in some bl, Tons story is written with some intolerance that actually feels characyer driven and is improved with growth, whereas in a decent number of others it’s just there to act Manly and then never grown or improved... another arc similar to this I DID like was Mork in Dark Blue Kiss because he had some society learned desire to not relate to liking men personally but once he understood himself it wasn’t an internal issue for him and he moved onto only dealing with it his relationship was being healthy and fair to him, much more relatable again to a pretty regular experience compared to some I’ve seen). Anyway my point is just. There’s some actual well written things in this show and I think that’s part of why the weaker parts piss me off more - cause I’d expect more weight in my ideal story to calling them out.

Like... to me theory of love did the Best at putting real weight into how fucked up toxic friendships are, and the scene where one kisses the other knowing it’s unwanted is so fucked up but like. It is written and shot to make ur gut twist and angry, to make you realize it’s fucked up and wrong and NOT romantic. It’s not even “no big deal” or “what always happens” (which I’d say is how Amp and Neung feel portrayed, or usually when it happens in American college story settings in shows/movies even). But in theory of love, it’s made abundantly clear why it’s fucked up. And it is one of many intensely harsh scenes emotionally to get to you HATE the people doing it, for doing it, for thinking it’s ok, and for the characters themselves to hate that they did. Theory of love is angst and pain and not even healthy or optimistic till the last 3rd and that is the Point. So it can afford to show these scenes where a character knows they’ve fucked up and is torn to shit over it, where the other is so sad their friend would do it and so in love they just go with it instead of ending the kiss. And it ends up vaguely mutual but still clearly not what should’ve been done, both of them well aware how toxic how they are with each other is and motivated to get thefuck away from their own destructive behavior to themselves and their friend. Like... theory of love isn’t a light fluff comedy like why r u or 2gether or tonhon chonlatee. It was willing to paint bad shit and it’s consequences in full, which hey different approaches for different things. But it also means when stuff like a kiss happens in a show like THIS, it might be momentary drama but the story implies overall both characters were happy and wanted it and just it was an awkward time (similar to 2gethers handling). Which is fine I just.. with the self awareness this show had for a moment, I was hoping it could be both this outcome AND address an apology still just to add to their good friendship. (Tho I guess to be fair to Ton and Chon... their flirty friendship is EONS from Third/Khai. Chon didn’t expect a relationship, confessed he liked Ton and just wanted to stay friends, Ton was shocked his friend was gay but ultimately wants his friend back, chon is ok being treated romancitwlly still - tho his roommates are right he should keep boundaries for a while for now - and Ton is ok giving Chon either a friendship like before or with more boundaries. Their only iffy part is the grey area of tjem not sure if Ton likes him back, and Chon not sure how long he’d be ok with the flirting before either needing a relationship or a harsher boundary of “let’s just be friends so I can get over you.” Ton this whole time HAS been a supportive friend, attentive, kind, and the actual friendship has been pretty mutual in terms of how much they care about and respect each other. Whereas third and khai... Khai was using the fuck out of third, giving him very little care, and before ANY of thirds crush factors in, that base friendship was toxic as all fucking hell. Also even not knowing his feelings fully, Ton is much more respectful to Chon than Khai was when he found out about thirds crush. And chon having a crush, was more accepting that he needed to move on if Ton didn’t like him or tell him, and since Ton never treated him badly chon didn’t have to expect any behavior changes - his feelings only affected him. Whereas third had a Bunch of expectations Khai might be nicer/more respectful and equal to him if Khai knew he liked him. And third wasn’t very prepared to move on if Khai didn’t like him/didn’t treat him better. So ton and chon just in general started with a much healthier base friendship, so their crushes and figuring things out is in a much lower pressure environment since the only obstacle is them really understanding themselves and what they want. Whereas third and Khai EVENTUALYL had those obstacles, but the big ones were about their toxic friendship and it needing to BREAK and be rebuilt healthier before a crush even factors into their situations..)

[axisluxuryliving]

It can be thrilling for any student to live together during your college years with your friends, but for this, you might have to do a lot of research. S sometimes the process can be long and make you hasty but it is important for you to be calm. Most people are not aware as to how to search for a perfect residence. And, if you are also one of them, then take some suggestions which can help in making the right decision while choosing UVU Student Housing.

[thegreencampus]

Take A Look at The Fully Furnished Uvu Student Housing

Every year many students relocate to a new place for higher studies and they might need a place to live whether it on-campus accommodation or an off-campus student housing. But, either is the case it is important to know about the amenities and the services we will be getting while renting the place. So, while making a final decision take a look at the fully furnished UVU student housing.

[wolverinecrossing]

Leaving home for studies can bring an opportunity to explore. Out of many things, accommodation is the main concern which bothers every student. And if you are planning to join university in Utah but still hesitant about off-campus accommodation, renting and living in Utah Valley University Student Housing can be the optimal options.

[thestudenthousinghassle-blog]

The Rental Dilemma

The Rental Dilemma

            Imagine you are a home service provider; whether it be a plumber, an electrician, an HVAC technician, or even a handyman. You show up to a home close to Brigham Young University. When you get to the home, you notice that the house is older and slightly rundown. When you enter the home, you find six residents that are all students at BYU. They all have a small cough and look slightly sick. They explain that they have a problem in the back bathroom. When you walk through the house, you can’t help but notice broken down chairs, pieces of floor tile missing, and stained carpet. When you arrive at the bathroom, you notice that the shower is leaking water out the spout, shower head, and even the handles. Looking around you notice that the toilet isn’t bolted to the floor so every time it flushes, sewer water spews out the base. The vanity is also leaking and is unstable. Because most these issues weren’t addressed sooner, mold continues to develop on the walls and the ceiling.

           When you notice these issues, you call the landlord to explain the situation and tell him what needs to be fixed. When you start to explain that these issues could potentially be the reason why his tenants are coughing and looking sickly, you are surprised to find that he doesn’t seem to care. You explain that if he doesn’t address the mold issue and water leaks, he could potentially be putting these kids in an environment that could cause respiratory issues for the rest of their lives. (Bush) To which he replies: “I don’t care, they’re just students!”

           This situation may sound exaggerated or like something out of a third world country, but it is a true scenario of something that I have personally encountered as a plumber. When I expressed my sincere concern for the health and well-being of these students, he had absolutely no desire to do anything more than the absolute minimum to stop the shower from spraying out the handles. In the end, I refused to do the work, explaining that I could not look at the conditions these students were living in and do the bare minimum for his profit at the expense of his tenants’ health.

           Some people may argue that this is most likely an unusual circumstance that you would rarely find. In reality, it is all too common. We have multiple technicians that have very similar accounts of students living in these 3rd world types of environments. I have personally had landlords refuse to clean up basements filled with raw sewage where students are living and instead opt for renting a carpet cleaner. I watched students walk barefoot through sewage for hours collecting their personal belongings while their landlords sat around refusing to do anything.  In one situation, I told the landlord that I was calling a restoration company because it was that bad. When the company talked to him about what the cost was going to be with his insurance, he said that he wanted to do a cash out and put the claim money towards his house in Florida instead of using it to fix the sewage back up.

           These landlords that pollute the Provo area are often referred to as “Slumlords” in our company. They are only in it for the money, renting poor quality living conditions to students that are being taken advantage of. When I have asked these tenants privately why they live in these situations, I always got the same answer: “It’s BYU approved.”

           From these comments that I’ve heard regularly, I wondered how these housing situations where supposedly BYU approved. One situation involved me doing a home inspection for a house that was previously BYU approved. When I finished my inspection, I concluded that the house was better off being destroyed and rebuilt because the water and drain systems were barely intact. After informing the potential buyer of my concerns, he bought the house anyway because of the coveted BYU housing contract. Now, we service the house on a routine basis for flooding. The rules for BYU housing are clear. You must register the property, and even have a business license to rent out to students. (Housing) But somehow, I believe landlords can hold contract status even though that status was granted a very long time ago.

           Through my experiences renting from different situations in Provo (not ever actually being a BYU student) I found a lot of inconsistencies. Here is an example from an interview I had with one of my landlords named Daren. I lived in a home only about 3 blocks away from BYU campus. I had lived and worked at different places and were much further away but technically considered BYU approved. My landlord, Daren, had purchased a home close to campus with the intention of letting his kids live there while they attended BYU. After purchasing the home, he contacted BYU housing authority to do an inspection to see what needed to be changed to get it up to BYU contracted housing standards. After doing the walk through, Daren went to work spending tens of thousands of dollars to completely gut and renovate the entire basement so it would meet these standards. This required putting in two bathrooms, replacing windows, changing wall locations and door placements entirely. On top of that, he had to install separate air systems for heating and cooling. Once everything was checked off the list given by BYU housing authority, he had his final inspection to receive his contract status. When they did the final inspection, they concluded that the house was “In too much of a residential neighborhood.” Per the Boundary Map at och.byu.edu, we were well within the designated student housing zone for both the city, and BYU’s contracted housing. But, because they thought it was too “neighborhoody” it was denied.

           The frustration for landlords is overwhelming with situations like this. Your entire investment could be entirely thrown down the drain just because the housing authorities have severe inconsistencies. How is it that I can work in BYU contracted homes that are falling apart five blocks from BYU campus, but live in a very healthy and safe house that was denied because the neighborhood was too residential? Because of these experiences that I have had, I have always wondered: Why does BYU, and Provo have such a strict housing policy, and how does it cause more harm than good?

           Per BYU’s off campus housing website och.byu.edu, BYU wants to create a positive environment for their students while they attend Brigham Young University. The website continues to talk about rules they have against alcohol, drugs, and sexual activity. Throughout the website you will have statistics like “1,194 Landlords maintain BYU contracted housing.” (Housing) From the website, they show how many different landlords they can rent from, but don’t talk too much about the living conditions these landlords must maintain. From what I have personally seen, I am not impressed. The flier on the website advising students on choosing off campus housing talk about what to look for, but rather than explain what would be considered healthy and poor living circumstances, they focus more on the rules that the students must keep if they want to stay at the university. Something worth pointing out was the advertisement that they require all tenants regardless of whether or not they went to BYU to sign a BYU code of conduct forum. These express the rules that every person must follow for any BYU student to live there.

           From the BYU housing website, I realized that the University has good intentions of helping the students live in a safe environment. I know that BYU wants what’s best for the students in making sure that they can feel comfortable and safe. However, I don’t believe that BYU realizes what is going on in these types of situations. If you have ever heard of the saying; “You can lead a horse to water, but you can’t make him drink,” then you may know what I am talking about. I have been in these housing situations enough to know that these students are going to do whatever they want regardless of what they are asked to sign. One of my roommates at King Henry was a BYU student that lived an active gay lifestyle, and would come home drunk or stoned on a regular basis. BYU hopes that by having students sign some paper, they will suddenly change their behavior. I don’t believe that students that want to engage in these types of activities will suddenly stop because of what they sign. I have seen all sorts of things happen in BYU approved apartments, in parks, and everywhere else.

           I believe that BYU has every right to regulate the types of living conditions that the students can live in. I don’t, however, feel that restricting students to only being able to live in BYU contracted housing is beneficial. The problem is BYU thinks they are helping. But when students are restricted to places that only have a housing contract, they are forced into worse housing conditions out of desperation so they won’t be kicked out of school. If BYU were to require places like apartment complexes to adhere to these housing contracts, but remove bans on houses in general, this would force the quality of living to improve. In most housing industries, US students have become more demanding about the quality of their living situations (Twigg). In my personal situation, I have noticed less health concerns in housing situations the closer I work by Utah Valley University where they don’t require university housing contracts.

           As housing regulations are lifted, the housing market can improve the living conditions for tenants. As I mentioned previously, the closer I work to UVU and away from BYU, the better the student housing living conditions get. Since Orem and UVU are more lenient on their housing requirements for students, there is more competition amongst landlords to gain tenants. Since the competition is greater, landlords are being pushed by demand to improve living conditions and lower costs.

           An article published in the Deseret News talks about the crack down on student housing around Provo City. Provo City is increasing initiative to catch landlords that are violating Provo city housing and zoning laws. (Hardy) Through these crackdowns, Provo officials are hoping that they will be able to improve the quality of living, and their communities for both students and local residents. Although it is true that an increase in quality of living conditions can improve the academic performance of students, (WHO) I believe the Initiative Provo City is taking isn’t the most effective.

           Provo City and BYU are working together to unintentionally create unsafe living conditions for the students that they serve. Because BYU housing is so heavily, yet inconsistently, regulated, they are putting students in difficult situations. Students shouldn’t have to be forced to pay astronomical prices to live in poor living conditions that could affect both their health, and their academic performance. (Bush, WHO) As I have stated earlier, if BYU and Provo City really want to help their students, release students from the BYU housing regulations that are acting as shackles that chain them to these third world prison-like living conditions. By doing so, you very well could be increasing their academic performance, and more importantly, could be saving their lives.

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 Hardy, Rodger L. "Provo tightens rental laws." DeseretNews.com. Deseret News, 13 Apr. 2009. Web. 31 July 2017.

 Housing, Off-Campus. "STUDENTS." BYU Off-Campus Housing. N.p., n.d. Web. 31 July 2017.

Twigg, Danielle. “New to the Neighborhood Community Perspective on Off-Campus Student Housing.” Journal of College & University Student Housing, vol 41, no. 1, July 2014, pp. 86-109. EBSCOhost, ezproxy.uvu.edu/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=aph&AN=110165662&site=eds-live.

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Student Housing Sources

p285-286. 2p. Here are some sources that I found that might be helpful in illustrating the problem that I am researching. 

Mckellar, Katie. "The Salt Lake Story: Rents Soaring, Apartments Booming." Deseret News, 08 May. 2016. http://www.deseretnews.com/article/865653847/The-Salt-Lake-story-Rents-soaring-apartments-booming.html?pg=all. 28 Jan. 2017.

High, Reagan. "Homeless Students." UVU Review, 5 Mar. 2015. Http://www.uvureview.com/recent/news/homeless-students/. 28 Jan. 2017

Semerad, Tony. “Salt Lake City seeking solutions to affordable-housing ‘crisis.” The Salt Lake Tribune, 12 Sept. 2016. http://www.sltrib.com/home/4334588-155/salt-lake-city-seeking-solutions-to. 28 Jan. 2017.

O’Donoghue, Amy Joi. “Using Student Power to Create Housing: ‘This is wild. I can’t believe it.” Deseret News, 7 Oct. 2016. http://www.deseretnews.com/article/865664209/Using-student-power-to-create-housing-This-is-wild-I-cant-believe-it.html?pg=all. 28 Jan. 2017.

Erickson, Luke V. Delgadillo, Lucy.  “Off-Campus Student Housing Satisfaction.”  Journal of Family & Consumer Sciences,  Vol. 98,  Issue 4,  November 2006,  p5-9, 5p.

Ryan, Mary Ann. “Contemporary Issues in Student Housing Finance.”  New Directions for Student Services,  No VoI., Issue 103, 2003,  p59-71, 13p. 

Allen, Mark, Martin, John. “Students in My Backyard: Housing at the Campus Edge and Other Emerging Trends in Residential Development.”  Planning for Higher Education,  Vol. 37,  Issue 2,  p34-43,  10p. 

Obeng-Odoom.  “Far away from home: the housing question and international students in Australia.” Journal of Higher Education Policy & Management. Vol. 34, Issue 2, p201-216. 16p. 

N.a. “HOUSING COLLEGE STUDENTS.” Journal of Higher Education. Vol. 6, Issue 5,  p285-286. 2p.

Sewalk, Stephen. Apsokardu, Lauren. “ Profiting from Alternative Student Housing.” N.a., Vol. 33, Issue 1, 2016, p20-25. 6p.

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Finding quality off campus housing by UVU is a breeze with the use of the internet if you follow certain steps. With a simple search you will find many options. Their offers of facilities and amenities will certainly catch your attention.

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Why Choose University Apartments by using Utah Valley University in Orem

When it comes to locating the ideal location to live all through your college years, choosing university apartments can be an extremely good alternative. Utah Valley University (UVU) in Orem offers a number of university flats to its college students, and there are numerous compelling reasons why you must recollect this lodging.

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1. Proximity to Campus

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University apartments often provide fee-powerful housing alternatives as compared to off-campus alternatives. UVU's residences are within your budget, making them a less costly choice for students. Plus, you can generally consist of housing prices to your economic resource package deal, making it less complicated to control your charges.

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UVU takes the protection and safety of its students critically. University residences typically have security features in the region, inclusive of controlled access, security patrols, and emergency reaction structures. This ensures that you could stay in a steady surroundings, supplying you with peace of thoughts.

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Many university residences offer on-website facilities that beautify your living experience. These amenities may also encompass health centers, exercise areas, take a look at lounges, and communal spaces in which you could socialize with fellow college students. It's like having additional facilities proper at the doorstep.

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University apartments provide flexibility in rent terms. UVU normally offers options for educational yr contracts, permitting you to align your housing arrangement together with your academic calendar. This flexibility can be specifically beneficial if you plan to live on campus at some point of breaks or holidays.

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UVU's university residences regularly provide handy price alternatives, together with the ability to pay your rent online. This simplifies the hire fee procedure and permits you to cognizance of your research instead of disturbing approximately lease assessments and due dates.

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In the end, deciding on uvu university apartments in Orem can beautify your university in numerous ways. From proximity to campus and value-powerful residing to safety, comfort, and a supportive community, UVU's university residences offer a bunch of advantages that can contribute to a successful and satisfying university journey.

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Which Type of Housing is Best for Students Near Utah Valley University?

Finding the right housing for students at Utah Valley University (UVU) can be a daunting task. With so many options to choose from, it can be difficult to know which type of housing is the best fit for your needs. In this blog article, we'll look at the many sorts of housing options for students in Orem and help you determine which one is best for you.

On-Campus Accommodation

It's a popular option for students who want to be near their classrooms and other campus services. On-campus housing choices at UVU include typical dorm-style dormitories and apartments. Living on campus may be an excellent opportunity to meet new people and become more involved in the university community. On-campus accommodation, on the other hand, might be more expensive than off-campus choices and may have restricted rooming.

Apartments away from campus

Another well-liked alternative for students looking for more privacy and independence is off-campus housing.These residences frequently provide a variety of amenities, such as fully equipped kitchens, laundry rooms, and fitness centers, and are accessible by foot or bicycle from the campus. Off-campus living may be more affordable than on-campus accommodation, in addition to offering more room and independence.

Housing Communities for Students

The best option if you're looking for a convenient living space is this housing for students in Orem. These communities, which were developed with students in mind, provide a range of amenities and services, including study areas, places for social gatherings, and services for finding roommates. Living in a student housing complex is an excellent way to make friends with other students and maintain connections with the university community.

Homestays

Students who desire to live with a local family while attending school in Orem often opt for homestays. Homestays offer a secure and encouraging living environment and give students the chance to fully experience American culture. Although homestays might be more expensive and less common than other lodging options, they provide a special and fulfilling experience.

Summing Up Words

So, which type of housing is best for students near Utah Valley University? Ultimately, the answer depends on your individual needs and preferences. If you value convenience and proximity to campus, on-campus housing may be the best choice for you. If you prefer more independence and privacy, off-campus apartments may be a better fit. If you want a supportive living environment and the opportunity to build relationships with other students, student housing communities may be an amazing option. Thus, look for the best housing for students at Utah Valley University on your end.

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Do your professors ever remind you to get a good night’s sleep the night before an exam? That’s because sleep is profoundly important to your physical and mental health. Living with roommates in UVU off campus housing may make good sleep habits feel impossible.

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How To Grocery Shop On A Budget

As a college student, you have a pretty tight budget. You may be saving money by living in off campus housing by UVU, but sometimes it’s still hard to get all the food you want without breaking the bank. Here are a few shopping tips to help you out.

1.    Plan some meals you like and make a shopping list. There are some meals that are a lot cheaper, you can’t exactly have steak every night. You can get some frozen chicken breasts or ground beef and make some pretty good food. Most housing for students by UVU has a kitchen in the apartment, so you at least don’t have to worry about pre-cooked foods.

2.    Buy cheap bulk dry foods like rice and beans. Rice and beans can be one of the cheapest meals, but still delicious and nutritious. Cook the beans with some canned ham and seasonings, and put it on your cooked rice and voila. Everyone else in your UVU off campus housing will smell it and be jealous, no matter how cheap the ingredients were.  

3.    Buy potatoes! A bag of potatoes can be pretty cheap, they stay good for a while if stored properly, and there's a lot you can do with potatoes. Baked potatoes, mashed potatoes, french fries, hash browns, stew, cheesy potatoes; the options are basically endless. If your student housing near UVU has a cool dark pantry, keep your potatoes there so they don’t start growing roots.

4.    Try out canned food. Some canned foods are better than others. Canned peaches and pears are delicious and can be eaten straight out of the can. Canned corn, beans, or other vegetables can be used in tons of different recipes. You may have to do some organizing to find enough shelf space in your UVU student apartment, but it will definitely save some money. Plus it doesn’t go bad for years.  

You may have to get creative with your cooking, but following these four simple grocery shopping tips will help you stretch your grocery budget. As long as you don’t live in a tent, UVU student housing will usually have a kitchen to make the cooking magic happen. If you’re still looking for a nice student apartment near UVU, consider Promenade Place.