[11/Jul/2008:09:00:51] <Katy Dugan> Hello Everyone, my name is Katy Dugan and I am the assistant director of admissions.
[11/Jul/2008:09:01:00] <Katy Dugan> Please feel free to ask any questions!
[11/Jul/2008:09:01:25] <karthik> Hi everyone!
[11/Jul/2008:09:01:57] <karthik> Katy, good morning. I have a question
[11/Jul/2008:09:03:51] <Katy Dugan> Good Morning...please ask!
[11/Jul/2008:09:03:56] <karthik> Is there a way for me to know the routes and places covered by the CMU escort service?
[11/Jul/2008:09:04:31] <karthik> I want to choose a place that falls within the radius of the escort service...
[11/Jul/2008:09:04:46] <Katy Dugan> Do you mean the CMU shuttle or the Port Authority Bus?
[11/Jul/2008:09:04:54] <karthik> the CMU shuttle
[11/Jul/2008:09:06:14] <Katy Dugan> Ok, well here is information for both: public bus; http://www.portauthority.org/paac/default.aspx
[11/Jul/2008:09:06:52] <Katy Dugan> CMU Shuttle: http://www.cmu.edu/police/escort.htm
[11/Jul/2008:09:07:08] <Katy Dugan> Good Morning Manolis!
[11/Jul/2008:09:07:16] <manolis> hello from Greece
[11/Jul/2008:09:07:35] <karthik> Thanks Katy...
[11/Jul/2008:09:07:50] <Katy Dugan> Oooh, Greece! That sounds lovely!
[11/Jul/2008:09:08:06] <Katy Dugan> You are welcome Karthik
[11/Jul/2008:09:08:13] <manolis> pretty hot here
[11/Jul/2008:09:08:36] <manolis> so can i just ask some questions?
[11/Jul/2008:09:08:45] <Katy Dugan> I love hot weather so that sounds great! Make the most of it because it gets cold here in Pittsburgh
[11/Jul/2008:09:08:50] <Katy Dugan> Ask away!
[11/Jul/2008:09:08:58] <manolis> ok. great!
[11/Jul/2008:09:09:25] <manolis> i will send soon the form for transitional housing
[11/Jul/2008:09:09:40] <manolis> how long can i stay there?
[11/Jul/2008:09:10:54] <Katy Dugan> I believe you can stay for up to 2 weeks. But it would be worth including that question on your application or emailing commhous@andrew.cmu.edu
[11/Jul/2008:09:11:18] <Katy Dugan> They can make special arrangements for special circumstances
[11/Jul/2008:09:12:00] <manolis> thanks. i will be in Pittsburgh at the 10th of August and i will start searching for an apartment right away
[11/Jul/2008:09:12:25] <manolis> do you think i will have any difficulty finding one? i am not picky
[11/Jul/2008:09:12:31] <Katy Dugan> I do not anticipate many problems when looking for an apartment
[11/Jul/2008:09:12:39] <Katy Dugan> there are plenty for rent around campus
[11/Jul/2008:09:12:41] <manolis> great. thats good news
[11/Jul/2008:09:12:54] <Katy Dugan> I suggest taking a look on craigslist before you arrive
[11/Jul/2008:09:12:54] <manolis> around $500/month?
[11/Jul/2008:09:13:09] <Katy Dugan> $500-$800 is the average monthly rent
[11/Jul/2008:09:13:44] <manolis> cool. is there anything i should know in particular?
[11/Jul/2008:09:13:52] <manolis> for housing
[11/Jul/2008:09:14:15] <manolis> i ve done some research for the neighbourhoods
[11/Jul/2008:09:14:23] <Katy Dugan> Make sure to ask the landlord if any/all utilities are included
[11/Jul/2008:09:14:41] <Katy Dugan> if they are not, ask the average price for each utility: gas, electric
[11/Jul/2008:09:14:46] <manolis> aha. ok
[11/Jul/2008:09:14:57] <Katy Dugan> Some of the older apartments can cost a lot to heat
[11/Jul/2008:09:15:06] <manolis> i see
[11/Jul/2008:09:15:29] <Katy Dugan> neighborhoods to focus on: shadyside, oakland, squirrel Hill
[11/Jul/2008:09:15:40] <manolis> ok
[11/Jul/2008:09:16:51] <manolis> well. i believe i am ok. thanks for you help Katy!
[11/Jul/2008:09:17:25] <Katy Dugan> No problem Manolis. I look forward to seeing you in a few weeks! Safe Travels to the US!!
[11/Jul/2008:09:17:53] <manolis> thanks! byee
[11/Jul/2008:09:18:47] <karthik> The link that you pointed me to for the shuttle service is quite detailed !
[11/Jul/2008:09:20:10] <karthik> Thanks a lot Katy. I am looking forward to coming to Pittsburgh soon. See you there.
[11/Jul/2008:09:20:36] <Katy Dugan> Karthik! I hope the shuttle information proves useful! I look forward to seeing you as well!!!
[11/Jul/2008:09:21:02] <karthik> Bye everyone..
[11/Jul/2008:09:23:14] <Jim Chiang> Hello Katy
[11/Jul/2008:09:23:23] <Katy Dugan> Hello Jim
[11/Jul/2008:09:23:34] <Jim Chiang> got a few questions here...
[11/Jul/2008:09:23:59] <Katy Dugan> please feel free to ask any questions you have
[11/Jul/2008:09:24:31] <Jim Chiang> I saw on the apartment listings that there were actually some apartments that includes electric in the rent, is it more feasible to choose those?
[11/Jul/2008:09:25:22] <Katy Dugan> Personally, i like apartments that include some/all the utilities. It might be worth asking the average cost of the electric bill/month
[11/Jul/2008:09:25:40] <Katy Dugan> that way you can determine if you will use more or less and make your decision based on that
[11/Jul/2008:09:26:04] <Katy Dugan> However, if electricity is included then you do not have to worry about leaving your lights on!!!
[11/Jul/2008:09:26:21] <Jim Chiang> that's exactly what I was thinking!
[11/Jul/2008:09:26:52] <Jim Chiang> So I'll probably continue heading this direction then
[11/Jul/2008:09:27:22] <Katy Dugan> That sounds like a good plan!
[11/Jul/2008:09:27:32] <Jim Chiang> Next...regarding location...can I get on the school shuttle by waiving at the bus, or I need to be at a designated stop?
[11/Jul/2008:09:28:31] <Katy Dugan> You will need to be waiting at a designated stop. The bus stops at many points along the way. You will not have a problem finding a bus stop close to any apartment you chose
[11/Jul/2008:09:28:49] <Jim Chiang> understood
[11/Jul/2008:09:29:17] <Jim Chiang> next...the shuttle schedule reads: 6:45 a.m.-10:15 a.m. 4:15 p.m.-6:15 p.m. does this mean there will be no shuttle around 10AM-4PM?
[11/Jul/2008:09:29:18] <Katy Dugan> Please visit the following site for more detailed information regarding the buses in Pittsburgh: http://www.portauthority.org/paac/default.aspx
[11/Jul/2008:09:30:06] <Katy Dugan> Truthfully Jim, most students use the bus system bc you get a free bus pass with your student ID. The bus schedule is more flexible
[11/Jul/2008:09:30:20] <Jim Chiang> you mean for buses from port authority, or does it also apply to shuttle from school
[11/Jul/2008:09:30:23] <Katy Dugan> I would suggest using the bus instead of the shuttle for daily trips to campus
[11/Jul/2008:09:30:25] <Jim Chiang> I see
[11/Jul/2008:09:30:45] <Jim Chiang> okay, one more problem solved
[11/Jul/2008:09:30:57] <Katy Dugan> That's what I like to hear!!!
[11/Jul/2008:09:31:02] <Jim Chiang> haha
[11/Jul/2008:09:32:20] <Jim Chiang> okay..here's one more..is the rental agreement usually for 1 year lease? What happens on the second year of my program (16month MISM)? is it possible to have 5month rentals?
[11/Jul/2008:09:32:55] <Katy Dugan> typically leases run for a year; however, we will help you sublet your apartment for the remainder of your lease after you graduate
[11/Jul/2008:09:32:58] <Jim Chiang> or is it even more preferrable to go ahead and negotiate from start for a contract that lasts throughout my length of study
[11/Jul/2008:09:33:06] <Jim Chiang> I see
[11/Jul/2008:09:33:31] <Katy Dugan> there will be plently of students looking for a temporary space...usually they move in and then sign the lease for themselves following yoru sublease
[11/Jul/2008:09:34:02] <Katy Dugan> You will not have much luck negotiating a lease for 16 months. Your best bet is to bank on a subleasE!
[11/Jul/2008:09:34:17] <Jim Chiang> okay..understood
[11/Jul/2008:09:34:48] <Jim Chiang> last one...regarding making appointments to see the apartments
[11/Jul/2008:09:35:38] <Jim Chiang> how many days in advance should I schedule a meeting? I am sort of thinking walking down the streets and ringing doorbells, will this work?
[11/Jul/2008:09:37:23] <Jim Chiang> and what is the normal business hours for making appointments (I assume many will be through management companies)
[11/Jul/2008:09:37:49] <Katy Dugan> I would set these appointments before you arrive in pittsburgh
[11/Jul/2008:09:38:11] <Katy Dugan> if you use community housing or craigslist you will be able to speak with the landlords prior to your arrival
[11/Jul/2008:09:38:18] <Jim Chiang> lastly, how long does it usually take to look through a single apartment?
[11/Jul/2008:09:38:24] <Katy Dugan> when do you plan to be in Pittsburgh?
[11/Jul/2008:09:38:41] <Katy Dugan> I anticipate it taking 2 days to find an apartment and sign a lease
[11/Jul/2008:09:38:43] <Jim Chiang> yep that is the plan...I am thinking of making an apartment hunting schedule
[11/Jul/2008:09:38:54] <Jim Chiang> I'll be there next Friday!
[11/Jul/2008:09:38:55] <Katy Dugan> I always urge students to see an apartment before signing!
[11/Jul/2008:09:39:03] <Katy Dugan> Oh, then you will have more than enough time
[11/Jul/2008:09:39:27] <Katy Dugan> Once you arrive, please stop by the admissions office and I we can chat further about your scheduled appointments
[11/Jul/2008:09:39:48] <Jim Chiang> great, will do!
[11/Jul/2008:09:40:48] <Jim Chiang> by admissions office, is it located in the ISM department office?
[11/Jul/2008:09:41:22] <Katy Dugan> The admissions office: Hamburg Hall Rm 1118. It is on the first level. MISM is on the 3rd floor
[11/Jul/2008:09:42:34] <Jim Chiang> I see...I will definately do that
[11/Jul/2008:09:42:56] <Jim Chiang> well..that's all I have to ask for now, thanks for these valuable information!!!
[11/Jul/2008:09:43:16] <Katy Dugan> Great!! I look forward to seeing you next friday!
[11/Jul/2008:09:44:13] <Jim Chiang> flying in in the evening, so that'll probably be on the following monday, see you then!
[11/Jul/2008:09:44:32] <Katy Dugan> sounds good!
[11/Jul/2008:09:46:25] <Charlotte Guan> Good morning!
[11/Jul/2008:09:47:30] <Katy Dugan> Good morning Charlotte
[11/Jul/2008:09:48:23] <Charlotte Guan> Hi, Katy
[11/Jul/2008:09:49:07] <Charlotte Guan> How is the weather in Pittsburgh? Is it hot? Is it necessary to rent a room with an air conditioning?
[11/Jul/2008:09:49:46] <Katy Dugan> Pittsburgh is hot during the summer months. For most of the year you do not need air conditioning. However, most of August and Sept will be hot
[11/Jul/2008:09:50:05] <Katy Dugan> It is a personal decision. Folks certainly survive without AC; however, I always like to have AC
[11/Jul/2008:09:50:13] <Katy Dugan> Heat is much more important than AC
[11/Jul/2008:09:50:28] <Katy Dugan> You will not find an apartment without heat!
[11/Jul/2008:09:51:47] <Charlotte Guan> Oh, then is it hard to find an apartment with AC?
[11/Jul/2008:09:52:19] <Katy Dugan> No, it is not hard at all. The monthly rent might tend to be higer, but if you want an apt with AC then it won't be a problem
[11/Jul/2008:09:53:20] <Charlotte Guan> That's great! Thanks, Katy
[11/Jul/2008:09:55:07] <Katy Dugan> Thanks charlotte
[11/Jul/2008:09:55:19] <Charlotte Guan> Are there any other particular problems that I should pay attention to when I find an apartment?
[11/Jul/2008:09:56:14] <Charlotte Guan> I think my question maybe to big...
[11/Jul/2008:09:56:30] <Katy Dugan> Most apartments around campus are older. Which I think is great bc it adds character to the rental unit; however, they can cause certain utilities to be higher than usual
[11/Jul/2008:09:56:52] <Katy Dugan> so please be sure to ask the landlord what the average gas and electric bills are per month
[11/Jul/2008:09:58:59] <Charlotte Guan> But will the landlord lie to me?
[11/Jul/2008:10:00:05] <Matt> hello!
[11/Jul/2008:10:00:17] <Charlotte Guan> Hello, Matt
[11/Jul/2008:10:00:25] <Katy Dugan> Hello Matt
[11/Jul/2008:10:01:02] <Matt> I am Ameng Tian from the MSBTM program
[11/Jul/2008:10:01:26] <Yogesh Badwe> Good Morning all !!
[11/Jul/2008:10:01:39] <Matt> Is there someone need roommate?
[11/Jul/2008:10:01:46] <Matt> I am male
[11/Jul/2008:10:02:19] <Katy Dugan> Matt, another good place to post that question is on the Yahoo! Group. Have you already tried that?
[11/Jul/2008:10:02:20] <Matt> Besides,is there some information about the housing?
[11/Jul/2008:10:02:43] <Katy Dugan> Matt, I am happy to answer any specific questions you have regarding housing
[11/Jul/2008:10:03:06] <Katy Dugan> In addition, please feel free to read the text prior to arrival to the chat room
[11/Jul/2008:10:03:23] <Katy Dugan> The text will also be posted on the Heinz School website at the conclusion of the chat
[11/Jul/2008:10:03:25] <Yogesh Badwe> Hi Katy, which text r u reffering to
[11/Jul/2008:10:03:30] <Yogesh Badwe> ?
[11/Jul/2008:10:04:15] <Katy Dugan> the text from the entire chat discussion thus far. If you cannot currently see it; it will be posted online following the chat
[11/Jul/2008:10:04:44] <Yogesh Badwe> ok ....i could not find yesterday's chat transcripts ...the link was dead
[11/Jul/2008:10:05:00] <Katy Dugan> I will be sure to resolve that issue ASAP!! Thanks for the heads up!
[11/Jul/2008:10:05:16] <Yogesh Badwe> no probs :)
[11/Jul/2008:10:05:30] <Charlotte Guan> I think Katy is talking about this one: http://www.heinz.cmu.edu/voh/VOH-Housing-New-Students-F08.2.html
[11/Jul/2008:10:05:59] <Charlotte Guan> And this one should be the text of yesterday: http://www.heinz.cmu.edu/voh/past/VOH-Housing-New-Students-F08.1.html
[11/Jul/2008:10:06:04] <Charlotte Guan> Am I right?
[11/Jul/2008:10:06:47] <Matt> I can not find it
[11/Jul/2008:10:08:24] <Katy Dugan> Yes charlotte
[11/Jul/2008:10:08:24] <Ameng Tian> It is now unavailable
[11/Jul/2008:10:09:07] <Rajesh Pandey> Hello Katy, Good morning!
[11/Jul/2008:10:09:13] <Katy Dugan> I just tried the link and it seems to be working: try http://www.heinz.cmu.edu/openhouse/default.html
[11/Jul/2008:10:09:25] <Katy Dugan> chose the link under "recent transcripts"
[11/Jul/2008:10:09:30] <Katy Dugan> Hello Rajesh
[11/Jul/2008:10:09:47] <Rajesh Pandey> I was going through the craiglist and have shortlisted a few
[11/Jul/2008:10:10:26] <Katy Dugan> that's great! most of our students are very successful with craigslist
[11/Jul/2008:10:10:33] <Rajesh Pandey> How far is the green field area and do we have good Connections of CMU shuttle / PAT buses there?
[11/Jul/2008:10:11:35] <Rajesh Pandey> Infact, some of the landlords are mentioning deposits and credit required. Is this deposit/credit refundable?
[11/Jul/2008:10:14:13] <Katy Dugan> Yes the deposit is typically refunded. Assuming there is not damage done to the apartment while you are living there
[11/Jul/2008:10:14:41] <Katy Dugan> Please visit the following site for the CMU Shuttle http://www.cmu.edu/police/escort.htm
[11/Jul/2008:10:16:31] <Yogesh Badwe> Katy is there any online resource other than craigslist to hunt for apartments ??
[11/Jul/2008:10:18:07] <Katy Dugan> please visit the community housing website. you will be able to access a list of available housing with your Andrew ID
[11/Jul/2008:10:18:21] <Ozge> Hi Katy, I am considering to apply for transitional housing but the application form requires an Andrew Id, but I haven't received it yet, do you know will it be a problem if I'll leave that field
[11/Jul/2008:10:18:26] <Ozge> blank
[11/Jul/2008:10:18:38] <Ozge> ?
[11/Jul/2008:10:18:39] <Katy Dugan> Community Housing: http://www.housing.cmu.edu/CommunityHousing/
[11/Jul/2008:10:19:06] <Katy Dugan> It will not be a problem Ozge. However, you should be receiving your ID very soon
[11/Jul/2008:10:19:19] <Katy Dugan> some folks already have. I hope to have the rest of them by next week
[11/Jul/2008:10:20:10] <Yogesh Badwe> Hi katy , what is transitional housing ?
[11/Jul/2008:10:21:19] <Katy Dugan> Transistional housing is temporary accodomations before you find a permanent residence
[11/Jul/2008:10:21:22] <Rajesh Pandey> I have applied for the transitional housing but not received any confirmation.
[11/Jul/2008:10:21:43] <Katy Dugan> Ozge, how did you obtain an application? Can youshare that information with Rajesh please
[11/Jul/2008:10:22:08] <Yogesh Badwe> Hi Ozge ...even I would like to know about it !!
[11/Jul/2008:10:22:09] <Ozge> it is on the community housing's website
[11/Jul/2008:10:22:23] <Ozge> wait I will find it in a second
[11/Jul/2008:10:22:37] <Rajesh Pandey> Katy, what is credit cheque
[11/Jul/2008:10:22:50] <Ozge> http://www.housing.cmu.edu/summerhousing/transitional.htm
[11/Jul/2008:10:23:07] <Mubariz> Hello everyone
[11/Jul/2008:10:23:20] <Mubariz> This is Mubariz from India
[11/Jul/2008:10:23:23] <Ozge> hi
[11/Jul/2008:10:23:43] <Mubariz> Hope I'm not too late. Had some issues with my browser
[11/Jul/2008:10:23:43] <Katy Dugan> Hello Mubariz
[11/Jul/2008:10:23:49] <Mubariz> Hi Katy
[11/Jul/2008:10:23:50] <Katy Dugan> Not too late at all!!
[11/Jul/2008:10:24:00] <Katy Dugan> Please feel free to ask any questions you have!
[11/Jul/2008:10:24:14] <Yogesh Badwe> I would be coming to pittsburgh on the 28th July....can i awail the transitional housing facility ?? or is it just between August 1 - 15 ??
[11/Jul/2008:10:26:28] <Katy Dugan> It is just between Aug 1-15; however, it would be worth contacting them to see if they can make exceptions. I do not want to speak for them as my office is not in charge of that operation
[11/Jul/2008:10:27:50] <Mubariz> When you contact the transitional housing office, do you need to have the exact date when you'll be landing in Pittsburgh with you or would a tentative date be enough??
[11/Jul/2008:10:28:13] <Yogesh Badwe> If i need to stay in a motel for 2/3 days till I find the apartment ....what would be the average cost of a decent motel per day ? maybe near the university ?
[11/Jul/2008:10:28:20] <Ozge> I think housing is provided until August 10 not 15
[11/Jul/2008:10:28:48] <Katy Dugan> Mubariz; an exact date would be most useful
[11/Jul/2008:10:29:03] <Katy Dugan> Yogesh: avg hotel/night is ~$90USD
[11/Jul/2008:10:29:07] <Mubariz> Thanks Katy
[11/Jul/2008:10:29:41] <Yogesh Badwe> Thanks Katy !
[11/Jul/2008:10:30:30] <Katy Dugan> you are all welcome!!!
[11/Jul/2008:10:30:44] <Yogesh Badwe> How far is Millvale Ave in north oakl. from our university ?
[11/Jul/2008:10:33:53] <Ozge> I have one more question about the application for transitional housing, if I remember correct Bridget told yesterday that the Community Office will be closed next week, but the application deadline
[11/Jul/2008:10:34:07] <Katy Dugan> Oakland is close to campus. i will look to see exaclty where Millvale Ave is in relation. If you would like to send me an email with this question; we can discuss this offline: kdugan@andrew.cmu.edu
[11/Jul/2008:10:34:16] <Ozge> is next friday, so do you think I should hurry and fax the application form today, or would it be ok to fax it even when the office is closed
[11/Jul/2008:10:34:44] <Katy Dugan> Ozge, if you can finish it today, I recommend faxing it today
[11/Jul/2008:10:34:58] <Ozge> ok, thanks Katy
[11/Jul/2008:10:35:09] <Yogesh Badwe> Thanks Katy , I would send u a mail with the question
[11/Jul/2008:10:35:33] <Katy Dugan> Perfect!
[11/Jul/2008:10:39:19] <Mubariz> Katy, I hope these chat transcripts will be available online for reference?
[11/Jul/2008:10:41:40] <Katy Dugan> Yes, the one from yesterday is already available and this one will be as well later today
[11/Jul/2008:10:42:37] <Yogesh Badwe> What kind of clauses could be there if I have to move out of the apartment midway ?
[11/Jul/2008:10:43:08] <Yogesh Badwe> In the lease ....or I can just notify one month in advance and move out ??
[11/Jul/2008:10:43:28] <Katy Dugan> Typically all leases are a year. If your lease is not up by the time you need to move out then you can sublet your apartment to an incoming studentn. The admissions office can assist you with this
[11/Jul/2008:10:43:45] <Katy Dugan> by posting it to the current student and incoming student distribution lists
[11/Jul/2008:10:43:56] <Rajesh Pandey> katy, some houses ask for a credit cheque. what is this?
[11/Jul/2008:10:44:18] <Mubariz> Thankyou. I'm signing off now. Thankyou for your initative regarding these chat sessions for incoming students Katy. Thankyou Bridget. Its really helpful. Take care guys.
[11/Jul/2008:10:44:53] <Yogesh Badwe> Katy I would be signing a 12 month lease some time in august ...but would be required to move out for 3/4 months for my internships ....so i would have to sublet ?
[11/Jul/2008:10:45:06] <Katy Dugan> a credit check is a background review to see if you are in good standing with all loans
[11/Jul/2008:10:45:20] <Katy Dugan> check with the specific landlords to see exactly how this is done
[11/Jul/2008:10:45:30] <Rajesh Pandey> Thanks katy
[11/Jul/2008:10:45:31] <Charlotte Guan> I heard that some apartment do not allow sublet. Is it hard to find an apartment that allow sublet?
[11/Jul/2008:10:45:42] <Katy Dugan> Bye Mubariz!! See you soon!
[11/Jul/2008:10:45:55] <Yogesh Badwe> what if i dont find anyone to sublet my apartment to ?
[11/Jul/2008:10:46:15] <Katy Dugan> Then you will have to pay the rent. You will not until that time comes
[11/Jul/2008:10:46:30] <Katy Dugan> if nobody is available to sublet then you can discuss options with your landlord
[11/Jul/2008:10:47:04] <Katy Dugan> Charlotte, it is not hard to find an apartment that can sublet. Add this to your list of questions to ask your landlord though!!
[11/Jul/2008:10:49:55] <Yogesh Badwe> are there any specific areas that are not safe at night ?
[11/Jul/2008:10:50:02] <Charlotte Guan> Good idea, thanks Katy
[11/Jul/2008:10:50:10] <Yogesh Badwe> and that we should keep in mind ?
[11/Jul/2008:10:50:25] <Rajesh Pandey> Thanks Katy, I am logging off. Looking forward to see you at CMU on 4th August.
[11/Jul/2008:10:51:51] <Katy Dugan> Yogesh; as in any city--I would not recommend walking anywhere by yourself at night. However, in general Pittsburgh is a very safe city
[11/Jul/2008:10:52:00] <Katy Dugan> I always feel safe when I take the necessary precautions
[11/Jul/2008:10:52:20] <Katy Dugan> Good bye Rajesh!!
[11/Jul/2008:10:52:33] <Yogesh Badwe> necessary precautions like ?
[11/Jul/2008:10:56:45] <Ozge> Katy, may I ask you a question related with the purchase of program laptops?(I have asked the Computer Store but haven't received a reply yet)
[11/Jul/2008:10:57:09] <Katy Dugan> being with another person. being aware of your surrondings. not having dollar bills hanging out of your pocket or purse (!!). walking in well lit areas
[11/Jul/2008:10:57:34] <Katy Dugan> respecting other people's space and privacy
[11/Jul/2008:10:59:24] <Ozge> when we buy a program laptop from CMU, do we make a cash payment or the cost of the laptop is billed to our student account?
[11/Jul/2008:11:01:29] <Katy Dugan> I believe it is billed to your student account. i can double check with the computer store and let you know. Please email me and I will be sure to let you know!
[11/Jul/2008:11:01:42] <Katy Dugan> Well everyone, I want to thank you for attending today's session
[11/Jul/2008:11:02:07] <Katy Dugan> I hope you found it useful! We are out of time and I must sign off.
[11/Jul/2008:11:02:11] <Charlotte Guan> Thank you, Katy
[11/Jul/2008:11:02:12] <Yogesh Badwe> Katy thank you very much for your precious time !!
[11/Jul/2008:11:02:24] <Katy Dugan> I am busy planning orientation for you to make it a good as possible!!
[11/Jul/2008:11:02:27] <Ozge> thanks a lot Katy
[11/Jul/2008:11:02:33] <Katy Dugan> I am looking forward to seeing all of you in August!!
[11/Jul/2008:11:02:39] <Yogesh Badwe> if there are any other questions or doubts I would put u a mail if thats ok !
[11/Jul/2008:11:02:49] <Katy Dugan> Yogesh, that is great!
[11/Jul/2008:11:03:02] <Yogesh Badwe> katy
[11/Jul/2008:11:03:02] <Katy Dugan> Good Bye Everyone!
[11/Jul/2008:11:03:09] <Yogesh Badwe> thanks !!
[11/Jul/2008:11:17:15] <Ameng Tian> thanks?Katy?byebye