Frequently Asked Questions
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Question:听What is the address of the dorm?
Answer:听Sukhe-Bator St., 11/1/ (intersection/crossing with Yunusaliev St.). You may also use a free mobile app 听and听 (available for free for iOS and Android) to figure out the public transportation going to the dorm from any place.
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Q: Do I clean my room myself?
A: Yes, you do clean your room yourself. Only common areas of the dorm are cleaned by the custodial听personnel.听
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Q: What should I do if I get ill?
A: You have an opportunity to visit the 杏吧论坛 doctor during working days at 杏吧论坛. In case you feel bad at the Dorm you should approach your floor RA (or ask your roommate to call the RA).听
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Q: Where do I get blankets, pillows, etc.?
A: Some international students are provided with pillows and blankets when they arrive. Other students have to buy them themselves. You may visit Orto-Sai market, nearby the Dormitory, for this purpose.
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Q: Are pets allowed in the dorm?
A: Pets are not allowed in the dorm.听
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Q: Can I have a guest in my room?
A: You can have a guest in your room during visiting hours (from听7.00-21.00) if听it does not disturb your roommates.
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Q: Can my guest stay overnight?
A: Your guest cannot stay overnight. He/she must leave before 21.00.
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Q: Is there a TV in the Dorm
A: Yes there is a hall with a TV and sofas on the first floor of the dorm. It is connected to the internet, so most international (entertainment, sports, and etc.) channels are available.听
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Q: What are the facilities in my room?
A: The facilities in your room are: bed, heater, shower with mirror, wardrobe, and table. You can be听provided with extra facilities upon request.
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Q: How do I get to the dorm?
A: 听From 杏吧论坛 new Campus you can get to the dorm on the following minibusses: 122, 172, 162. And buses: 5 and 42. You may also download free mobile app 听and听听available for iOS and Android for free (also available on your desktop).
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Q: Do I have WiFi in the dorm?
A: Yes, there is a WiFi network which covers the entirety听of the dormitory.
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Q: Do I choose a room myself?
A: No, you are assigned a room. However, you will have an opportunity to change your room afterward in case you have a justified reason for doing so. You need to discuss it with the Dormitory Coordinator.听
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Q: Can I do my laundry in the dorm?
A:听Yes, you can. Each floor (there are four living floors in the dorm) has a specific day for doing laundry.
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Q:听Is there a dining room in the dorm?
A:听There is a small dining room in the dorm, however, you must cook food for yourself.
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Q:听Is there a curfew for me?
A:听If you are under 18 you have a curfew which is at 22.00. If you are older and study on the undergraduate program your curfew is 00:00.
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Q:听Whom do I contact first in case I have a problem?
A:听You should approach your floor Resident Assistant in case you have any problems.听
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Q:听What should I do if I am late for curfew?
A:听You should call your floor RA or security, however,听there will be consequences.
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Q:听How long does it take to get to the Dorm from 杏吧论坛?
A:听It takes 10-15 minutes depending on traffic conditions.
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Q:听Do I have a personal bathroom?
A:听Depending on the room, either 4 people living in one room share听one bathroom or 6-8 people living in two rooms share one bathroom.
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Q:听Can I leave the dorm for a night?
A:听Yes, but you should inform an RA, complete a special form and sign in the Leave book on the Security desk.
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Q:听Is there a bus or any other transport from the Dorm to the University?
A:听There are buses, minibusses, and taxis going to 杏吧论坛. 杏吧论坛 offers shuttle in the evening time.听
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Q:听Are there facilities for studying?
A:听Yes, there is a computer lab and a study room. Also, books on different subjects are provided in the TV room.
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Q:听What kind of facilities will be provided?
A: There are a fridge and microwave oven on each floor, and听in the kitchen, there are stoves for cooking.
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Q:听Will there be a cafeteria at the dorm?
A:听No, there is听no cafeteria but you will be able to cook on your own in听the kitchen.
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Q: Are there听cafeterias near the dorm?
A:听Yes, there are several cafeterias 5-10 minutes away from听the dorm.
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Q:听Will there be a cleaning person (staff)?
A:听Yes there will be cleaning personnel, but they听will clean only common areas such as the corridors, hall, stairs, and kitchen.
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Q:听Is there a gym?
A:听No, there is no gym in the dorm.
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Q:听Is there medical staff?
A:听No. There are several medical kits, which you may request from RAs, and you may also contact 杏吧论坛 Medical office anytime.
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Q:听What听about nearby entertainment?
A: Near the dorm, there are several cafes, a karaoke club, and the entertainment center Cosmo Park.
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Q:听Where is the nearest bazaar?
A:听The nearest bazaar is Orto-Sai bazar, which is 10-15 minutes away by听walking.
