Kalo Terrace - What to Know and Bring
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Students electing to live at Kalo Terrace (KT) Student Residences should make a strong commitment to care for the community in which they live. The cleanliness, beauty, and enjoyment of the property will be enhanced if everyone has respect for the property, their fellow residents, HPU Residence Life staff, and the Kalo Terrace staff. We ask that you speak up whenever you observe a thoughtless act, unsafe condition, or questionable person on the grounds to the Kalo Terrace staff and HPU Residence Life staff.
All KT Residents and their guests are expected to adhere Hawai‘i Pacific University policies and procedures, all federal, state and local laws, along with the following Community Policies/House Rules issued by Kalo Terrace. Failure to comply can result in the assessment of fines and other disciplinary steps, up to and including eviction and HPU Code of Student Conduct sanctions, all in accordance with applicable University policies and procedures and your Housing Agreement.
For your convenience, a summary of basic Kalo Terrace policies is provided in the Community Policies and Building Rules section directly below, to be used as quick reference during your stay here at Kalo Terrace. "KT Resident" shall refer to all student occupants on the Property, and "Units" shall refer to all rooms on the Property. Please take the time to read these Kalo Terrace rules and make yourself aware of them.
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All HPU residents must acknowledge and agree to the following while residing at the Kalo Terrace. Additional University and building rules may be established or may be amended from time to time during the occupancy period at the Kalo Terrace; residents may reference this site or email messages sent directly to students.
WHAT TO BRING to waikiki Vista
Getting ready to move into your room at HPU is one of the most exciting times of the year. It's fun to reflect your personality and create a relaxing haven in the midst of campus.
You will be free to customize your space - decorating possibilities are endless as long as you remember to abide by some basic guidelines. Housing and Residence Life has put together a list of things that will help you organize for your move-in to campus, including a list of items that are not allowed and should be left at home. Be sure to get in touch with your roommates to coordinate items that can be shared (such as décor, etc.).
Each apartment includes four bedrooms (double occupancy rooms), two bathrooms, a kitchen, and living area (about 1,181 SQF per apartment. Each bedroom is equipped with basic furniture bed, underbed storage, a shared closet, and desk and desk chair. The kitchen includes a stove top/oven, microwave, two refrigerators, and garbage disposal. The living area includes a sofa, coffee table, and TV with stand.
BEDDING
Bedrooms have XL or standard length twin size mattresses. Bring one set of sheets (top/flat sheet, bottom/fitted sheet), pillow and pillow case, and blanket.
BATH
Toiletries
**bath soap/gel
**deodorant
**dental hygiene
**contact lens/vision care
**skincare
**hair care
**shaving/grooming supplies
Shower caddy (with drainage)
Shower shoes
Robe
Bath mat
Shower curtain
One set of towels (hand towel, bath towel, wash cloth)
CLOSET/LAUNDRY
Closet organizer
Hangers
Laundry detergent (liquid only)
Dryer sheets
Stain remover
Laundry hamper or bag
DECORATIONS
Posters
Photos
Painters tape
Note: Residents are prohibited from hanging, sticking or pinning of posters or other materials in the room that damage the walls. Other decorations may be allowed if, and only if, there is no impact on the fire systems, there is no adhesive (other than painter’s tape) and there are no holes in the walls. Decorations are never allowed on the lanai portions of the Housing Unit. No hanging of towels or laundry on lanai railings.
ELECTRONICS
Laptop and cables
Game console(s)
Multiple-outlet surge protector
COOKING AND MEAL PREP
Apartment comes with a kitchen (stove top/oven, microwave, and refrigerator). Consider dishes, cups, silverware, pots, and pans. Refer to the Approved Appliances in the Community Policies and Building Rules for more information
MISCELLANEOUS
Face Masks
Thermometer
Umbrella
Flashlight
Rechargeable batteries
Hand sanitizer
First-aid kit
Stacking shelves
Organizational containers
Cleaning supplies (disinfectant spray/wipes, natural cleaning products, dust pan and broom, paper towels)
Note: Please follow the CDC guidelines to cleaning and disinfecting your home.
WHAT TO LEAVE behInd
**Please note that possession of the following PROHIBITED ITEMS in university housing facilities may represent a violation of Residence Life policies, the Hawai'i Pacific University Code of Student Conduct, or both. PLEASE LEAVE THESE ITEMS AT HOME!
Air conditioners
Alcohol or alcohol paraphernalia (including shot glasses and empty containers) if under 21
Amplified musical instruments
Candles
Cinder blocks
Command hooks/wall putty
Crockpots
Explosives (including fireworks, firearms or weapons)
Extension cords
George Foreman grills
Guns
Halogen lamps
Hot plates
Hot water dispensers
Instant Pots
Illicit drugs or any drug-related paraphernalia including water pipes or hookahs of any type
Incense and other flammables
Mattress
Extension cord without surge protection
Personal furniture (i.e. bed frames, mattresses, upholstered or stuffed furniture, futons, recliners, or wicker furniture)
Pets (except fish in a 5-gallon or less tank)
Sandwich Press
Space heaters
Toaster Oven
Tobacco and tobacco/smoking paraphernalia (including vapes and e-cigarettes) if under 21
Wall-mounted televisions
Non-university supplied lofts
Weapons (including knives, brass knuckles, clubs, etc.)
NOT ALLOWED IN UNIVERSITY HOUSING: ANY TYPE OF OPEN FLAME, EXPOSED AND/OR EXTERNAL HEATING ELEMENTS. REFER TO THE HOUSING AND RESIDENCE LIFE POLICIES AND PROCEDURES FOR APPROVED APPLIANCES and hpu's fire safety policy (www.hpu.edu/studenthandbook).
If you have any questions or are unsure about an item, please contact Housing and Residence Life.
DINING ON-CAMPUS: KT Residents may opt-in to the Kalo Terrace meal plan that can be used at the Pier Nine at Aloha Tower Marketplace.
LAUNDRY: The washer and dryer machines are coin-operated and are located on the 5th floor of the building. Students may go to the front desk to exchange cash for coins.
MAIL SERVICE: Residents will be assigned a mailbox. More information will be available at check-in.
Please use the following format for your address. If mail/package is not properly labeled, it will be returned to the sender.
Your Name
Kalo Terrace Room # _____
1054 Kalo Place
Honolulu, HI 96826
MAINTENANCE: At check-in, residents will receive instructions on how to submit an online maintenance request and how to contact the front desk staff.
PARKING: Vehicle and moped parking is available at a fee. For more information or to secure a parking space, please contact Kyli Catlett at Hawaii Student Suites at kylic@hihltd.com or (808) 952-5377.
KEYS: KT Residents will receive an apartment key, bedroom key, mailbox key, and gate access fob at check-in. Residents must report lost/stolen cards immediately to the Property Management staff, who will be able to reissue a new key or fob. Refer to the Kalo Terrace Community policies for additional information.
UTILITIES INCLUDED: Electricity, water, wifi, and cable television. Note: Apartments are not air-conditioned; residents may request a window air conditioning unit per bedroom at their sole cost and expense; residents must work with the Property Management staff.
BUILDING AMENITIES: Laundry facility ($1.25 wash/$1.50 dry cycle—cash only; subject to change), swimming pool, and gazebo area; Kalo Terrace on-site staff; building security in the evenings.
HPU STAFF: Student programs and support by the HPU Residence Life staff.