You might have seen me wearing sunglasses indoors and outdoors this past week. No, it was neither a fashion statement nor an attempt to hide pinkeye. The darker tint protected me from light sensitivity that had resulted from an accident at the ice rink. After an ambulance run to the hospital, Campus Police graciously covered a trip back to campus for me and my friend. Not expecting any immediate follow-up care, I was surprised when Campus Police notified the Health Center as well as the Area Coordinator(AC) on call about my injury. The Health Center immediately scheduled an appointment for me, and the AC arranged for my temporary stay in one of the R&R rooms.
Before this event, I was not aware of R&R rooms. The Office of Student Affairs furnishes these Rest and Relaxation spots with towels, a ready made-up bed, and a travel kit with bathroom essentials. There are four spots located throughout the campus, including rooms in Moore and Morrow Dormitories. According to the blurb provided by the Res Life website, students can reserve them for one to three nights by contacting the Office of Student Affairs or their AC. If you don’t know who your AC is, ask your RC! They will definitely have the answer for you! The AC was more than willing to make the living situation work, by extending my stay in an R&R room to a week. If you are ever caught in an unfortunate illness or injury and are unsure about what campus resources exist, the first step you should take is contact your class dean. They will be able to reach out to your professors to make necessary extensions and academic arrangements. And if you ever find yourself in need of a momentary break from your current living situation, don’t hesitate to ask about staying at a Rest and Relaxation center.