You have accepted your Collage Program So what do you do
next???????
Make Reservations
If you plan to arrive before your check-in day make hotel reservations at least one
month in advance. The high occupancy rates in the area can make it difficult to
find rooms at the last minute. Disney’s most affordable rooms are at Disney’s
All-Star Resorts, and Pop Century Resort.
Money???
Before you come down make sure you have enough money to live off of for a few
weeks. You will need money to buy things for your apartment and food. You
will not receive your first pay check until you have been there for a couple of
weeks so you need to be ready for those first expenses. Also your first pay check
will have two your first two weeks of rent taken out so it will not be much.
Identification
Be sure to have your driver’s license/valid ID, your social security card or
pass port for check in. Also, bring your medical insurance information. If you
plan on bringing your car DO NOT FORGET your vehicle registration and
insurance verification. You have to have these to be able to get a parking pass at
your complex.
Now its time to say GOOD-BYE
Do not plan to take any trips home while you are on your program. Your
commitment to the Walt Disney World College Program last until the date
specified in your job interest letter. Do not plan on traveling home until after that
date unless there is an emergency.
Overnight Guest Policy
Take the overnight guest policy seriously. Many students arrive in FL and do not
expect the policy to be enforced. If you are caught with a guest on property past
1am, you will be sent home. Do not take the risk because it is not worth it, they
are serious. Please do not test them. Trouble does not always happen with the
“other person” but it can happen to you!!!! Also do not try to sneak people in
your trunk after 1am because the security guards do check your trunk sometimes.
Get Ready for the experience of a lifetime!!!!!
The Unofficial What to Bring List
Some of the following items can be bought once you arrive in Orlando. However, if you
have the money to buy it now and the room to pack it, do it! Starting down there can be
rather expensive, so the more you already have the better.
YOUR CAR
While bus transportation is provided, it is limited. It takes you to and from work,
Wal-Mart and that is about it. If you want to go to the beach, to Miami, Cape
Canaveral, ETC you need a car. If you cannot your car, do not panic
transportation provides the basics, just not the luxuries. If you have the option
though, TAKE IT, if not make a friend with someone who was able to bring a car.
Be sure to give them some gas money.
LINENS
The rooms are furnished with twin size beds. Therefore, you should bring sheets,
a comforter, two bath towels, hand towels, a bath mat, a washcloth, and a
dishcloth and pot holders for the kitchen. And do not forget the Pillows.
Although if you do not have the room most of this stuff can be purchased at Walmart then discarded at the end of your program.
ELECTRONICS
If you have them and have the room then take them with you. You do not know if
your roommates will have one so take them if you can. If not you can always go
in with your roommates and buy a cheap one. An alarm Clock or stereo to play
music and wake up to is a much needed item. Or if you have a cell phone with an
alarm that works also.
POSTERS
Take posters for your walls. Be creative when you get in your apartment they all
need a touch to make them home…. (Special tip: Park Maps and pictures of you
and fellow CPs is a nice and cheap way to decorate. You can even frame the
pictures with expired fast passes.
MOVIES
Movies can be a great thing to have. After the first month, the feeling of being on
vacation starts to wear off, and staying home to watch a movie can be a nice
change.
MISS
Extension Cords
If you have a Laptop then take that as well. You have High speed internet
in your apartments and it saves you from going to the labs.
Your favorite stuffed animal. It gets a little lonely at times when you are
far from what is familiar to you. Take something from home that will help
ease the transition.
CLOTHING
Don’t forget your bathing suit! You are going to be in Florida
Make sure to pack warm cloths for those chilly nights and
umbrella/raincoat. Florida weather can be a little tricky at times, and it
does sometimes get chilly. So be prepared.
Business Clothing. You do not need to take your professional business
suits, but just business casual attire (slacks, blouses, skirts, ties(for the
guys) etc). They are picky, so make sure the skirts are a reasonable
length. They theoretically do not like sleeveless blouses, its not always
enforced though but just be aware. No flip-flops and shoes are to be
closed toe and have a heel. You wear these clothes during your class time,
training, at and at seminars available for you to attend. All other times
when you are off the clock, you can wear whatever you want.
Most of the things listed here are not necessities, and some cannot be taken unless you
drive. This is just to provide you with some background information on what is nice to
have while you are on the program
If you do choose to fly, another option you have is to have your stuff mailed to you. Box
up what you cannot fit in your bags: get it packed up and ready to go. Once you arrive in
Florida, call Mom and Dad with your new address and have them mail it to you (with
insurance). This would be a great way to get extra linens and things down to the
Sunshine State, just do not forget to insure it.
Fact about Laundry
When you arrive you will need to buy a Mac card for $5.00. You can split this cost with
your roommate and then load money on them as you need it.
The Bare Necessities
Avoid this super market at all chances. The bus takes you to the
Crossroads shopping center where the store is located. It is geared
towards tourist and the prices are extremely high. Product lines are
limited too.
A favorite for most Floridians, Publix offers a clean selection of produce,
groceries and souvenirs since it is in the heart of tourism country. The
prices are a few cents higher than normal due to the large draw of tourists,
but you will get more food for your money here than at Gooding’s. There
is one not far from Chatham Square Apartment complex, within walking
distance. Located on Apoka-Vineland Rd.
Yes they do exist. Super Target is located just a few miles from the
complexes. To get there you do need a car to get there you go down SR
535 turn left on to 192 and it is up on your left.
The grocery heaven for all CP’s, and they have just built a new one that is
just a mile or so from the complexes. It is located on your right on SR
535.
Property Control
Ok, so you’ve got your heart set on a $75.00 snow globe you found at the
Magic Kingdom, but you are not willing to fork over the cash, even after
your discount? Don’t worry you are not alone. Go to property control, its
in a trailer in the cast parking lot at the Magic Kingdom. You will need
your Disney ID to get in and you are allowed to bring one friend.
Everything is 75% off. There’s discounted items, lost and found items,
damaged items, and brand new items. Sometimes all you need is a little
glue, but who can complain? Photo albums regularly $20.00 are $4.00
here! Merchandise arrives every Tuesday or Wednesday so check back
often
Cast Connection
Located right next door to Property Control, Cast Connection offers new
(mostly cast exclusive) Disney Merchandise to Cast Members at a
reduced price. You’ll find cloths, sweaters, toys, books, jewelry, hats, and
more at Cast Connection.
Company D
Located inside Disney University near property control and throughout the
Walt Disney World Resort in various backstage areas, cast members are
able to browse through more exclusive merchandise. Company D also
serves as an information hub if you are looking for a hard to find item.
Tickets for various events around property are also sold here.
Centers of Excellence
It was pointed out on the presentation video, but most CPs use the Center
to rent Disney videos for free. All you need is your Disney ID and you are
ready for the lights, camera, and action!
Mickey’s Retreat
Some of you will get to know this place very well if you are a lifeguard.
This is where you will probably train for three days. Otherwise, you might
never know that this recreational facility was created to allow Cast
Members and their families a place to gather and enjoy time off from work.
Mickey’s Retreat offers two pools, a lake, canoes, paddleboats, recreation
house, and picnic areas. It’s located across the street from Chatham
Square.
Dining
Bahama Breeze
Is located across the street from Vista Way, and just around the corner
from Chatham and the Commons: you can’t miss it. The restaurant has a
Jamaican theme and is great!
Rainforest Café
Located at Downtown Disney: Marketplace and at the entrance to
Disney’s Animal Kingdom. It has a Variety of food offerings from burgers,
to stir-fries, to seafood.
Bennigan’s
Directly in front of Vista Way, popular hang out for CPs without cars, and
cast members in general because its so close
Perkin’s/Denny’s/IHOP
More late night hang outs to go and eat with friends! Located at
Crossroads. Open 24 hours
T.G.I. Fridays
Again to Crossroads for a bite to eat. Nice place to gather with friends or
visiting family.
Also in front of Vista Way
Wendy’s, Chick-Fli-A (both take credit cards)
Crossroads shopping
Taco Bell, McDonald’s, Uno’s PIzzaria, Burger King, and Jungle Jim’s
Downtown Disney
House of Blues, Bongos Cuban Café, Planet Hollywood, Wolfgang Puck,
Portobello Yacht Club, Cap’n Jack’s, and Fulton’s Crab House
Jellyrolls- If you are over 21 this place is a MUST. Located at
Disney’s Boardwalk Resort, it is a dueling piano bar and every Tuesday night is Cast
Member night (no cover)
Pleasure Island (PI)
Consists of 5 dance clubs featuring Rock, Retro, R&B, Rap, Pop, and Techno. It also has
an EXCELLENT comedy club, and a relaxing Jazz Bar. You must be as of April 2006
you must be 21 to enter. Cast members receive free admission on Monday- Thursday.
House Of Blues
Located in Downtown Disney: Westside, the House of Blues offers a cast night on
Sunday nights during the summer which includes discounted admission into the club and
concerts. The dance club usually plays techno. And the restaurant also features a cast
discount.
Ale House
A great place to kick back and have a few drinks. It is the area restaurant open the latest,
and serves food until 11pm.
Downtown Orlando has a variety of clubs as well. Among more popular ones is Taboo,
Have a Nice Day Café, and Club Paris. Most clubs in Downtown require you to be 21 or
over.
Though similar to PI, with a number of restaurants, bars, and clubs. The difference is that
a $21.00 guest price gives free rain of the available clubs at PI, but at City Walk there is a
separate cover for each club.
Beaches
Clearwater
Cocoa
Daytona
South Beach
Miami
Sarasota
Other Area Theme Parks Outside of the Mouse’s House
Magic Kingdom
Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party (October)
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party (December)
Epcot
Flower and Garden Festival (May-June)
Food and Wine Festival (October- November)
Holidays Around the World-Candle Light Procession (December)
Disney-MGM Studios
Osborne Family Spectacle of Lights
Star Wars Weekends (May)
ESPN Weekends
*Also visit the Disney Resorts over the Holiday season to see the way they decorate for the
holidays!!!!
During Late November until early January cast receive 60% hotel discount and 40%
merchandise.
You haven’t experienced
the College Program until
you’ve….
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Spent all your money to eat and drink around the world
Eaten chicken nachos at the Ale House
Tried Dole Whips from Adventureland
Visited Ron Jon’s Surf Shop in Cocoa at 3:00am
Watch the sunrise or set at the beach
Eaten the “Kitchen Sink” at Beaches n’ Cream Icecream
Parlor located new the pool at Yacht and Beach Club Resort.
Visited all four parks in one day
Collected FastPasses from every attraction
Be sure to take in a character breakfast
1900 Park Fare @ The Grand Floridian
Chef Mickey’s @ Contemporary
□ Eat at Cinderella’s Castle
□ Watch Wishes from the beach @ the Polynesian and from
observation deck of the Contemporary.
□ Check out the Orlando Ghost Hunt
□ Swim with Sharks @ Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park
□ Go out after your night shift to Perkin’s with fellow CPs and
cast members
Heather Bentley
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cell: 828-320-5373
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(919)362-5511
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Cell: 919-618-3461
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Adam M. Hicks (going to be at Disney in the Fall)
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(MSN)
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(Cell) 828-493-0711
Jamie Morgan
[email protected]
Sean McGough (going to be at Disney in the Fall)
[email protected]
Cell: 828-443-3677
AOLIM: AppState005
Your ASU Contact:
Lynette Orbovich
[email protected]
Assist. Director, ASU Career Center
828-262-2180
Departmental Contact List
College of Arts and Sciences
Deans Office
Phone:828-265-8629
Appalachian State University
I.G. Greer Hall, PO Box 32021
Boone, NC 28608
http://www.cas.appstate.edu/programs/departments.html
The Collage of Fine and Applied Arts
Deans Office
Phone:828-262-3036
Appalachian State University
http://www1.appstate.edu/dept/faa
Graduate Studies and Research
Deans Office
Phone:828-262-2130
Appalachian State University
Cratis D. Williams Graduate School
B.B. Dougherty
Administration Building
http://www.graduate.appstate.edu/
Hayes School of Music
Dean’s Office
Phone:828-262-3020
Appalachian State University
813 Rivers Street
Boone, NC 28608
http://www1.appstate.edu/dept/music
Reich College of Education
Appalachian State University
http://www.ced.appstate.edu/
FAX:828-265-8628
FAX:828-262-6312
FAX:828-262-2709
FAX:828-262-6446
Walker College of Business
Deans Office
Phone:828-262-2057
Appalachian State University
ASU Box 32037
Boone, NC 28608-2037
http://www.business.appstate.edu
Career Development Center
Lynette Orbovich
Appalachian State University
John E. Thomas Building
ASU Box 32032
Boone, NC 28608-2032
http://careers.appstate.edu
Phone:828-262-2180
Housing and Residence Life
http://www.reslife.appstate.edu/
Undergraduate Academic Advising
http://www.cas.appstate.edu/advising/index.html
Office of Student Financial Aid
http://www.financialaid.appstate.edu/
FAX:828-262-2834
Directions from Boone to Vista Way Check-In
Estimated Total Driving Time:
10 hours, 35 minutes
Estimated Total Driving Distance:
632 miles
Total Number of Steps:
32
step
directions
distance
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You are at Boone,NC.
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Go E on US-321 (US-421, NC-194, King St) for 0.93
miles
0.9 miles
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Turn right onto US-321 (Blowing Rock Rd, Hardin St)
0.4 miles
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Continue onto US-321 (Blowing Rock Rd)
1.9 miles
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Continue onto US-221 (US-321, James E Holshouser Jr
Hwy)
0.8 miles
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Continue onto US-221 (US-321)
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Continue onto BYP US-321 (Valley Blvd)
1.2 miles
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Continue onto US-321 (Lenoir Turnpike Rd, Valley
Blvd)
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Continue onto US-321 (Lenoir Turnpike Rd)
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Continue onto US-321 (Blowing Rock Blvd)
< 0.1 miles
0.7 miles
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Continue onto US-321 (Hickory Blvd, James T Broyhill
Hwy)
14 miles
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Continue onto US-321 S
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Bear right on ramp to I-85 N
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Continue on I-85 N
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Exit on ramp at exit 10B to I-485 S (Seddon Rusty
Goode Jr Frwy)
0.8 miles
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Continue on I-485 S (Seddon Rusty Goode Jr Frwy)
7.2 miles
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Continue onto I-485 E (Seddon Rusty Goode Jr Frwy)
1.9 miles
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Bear right onto off-ramp at exit 67 to I-77 S (US-21 S)
0.3 miles
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Take I-77 S (US-21 S) Ramp
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Continue on I-77 S (US-21 S)
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Exit on ramp to I-26 E
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Continue on I-26 E
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Bear right on ramp at exit 169A to I-95 S
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Continue on I-95 S
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Bear right on ramp at exit 260B to I-4 W
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52 miles
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318.8 miles
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Continue on I-4 W
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Bear right onto off-ramp at exit 68 to SR-535 S
(Apopka Vineland Rd)
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Take SR-535 S (Apopka Vineland Rd) Ramp
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Bear left onto SR-535 S (Apopka Vineland Rd)
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Turn right onto Vistana Centre Dr
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Bear left onto Meadow Creek Dr
You are at Meadow Creek Dr,Orlando,FL
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