New members often feel like they're in the dark when they first move to Escher. The '''[[Categoryhttps:Navigating //icc.coop/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Escher-House-Constitution.pdf House Constitution]''' and [[Frequently Asked Questions|'''FAQ''']] page may also help answer your questions, but the purpose of this page is to list all member responsibilities so you can rest easy knowing you haven't forgotten anything.<br><big>'''Failure to uphold these responsibilities could result in a fine(s).''' Please email the [[President]] or other relevant [[officers]]if you have any questions or concerns.</big>

New members often feel like they're in the dark when they first move to Escher. The [[Frequently Asked Questions|FAQ]] page may help answer your questions, and the purpose of this page is to list all == Your responsibilities as a member responsibilities so you can rest easy knowing you haven't forgotten anything.== === URGENT RESPONSIBILITIES ===

== Your responsibilities * You should receive a welcome email prompting you to '''email either the [[President]] or [[Vice President of Relations|VP of Relations]] with your expected arrival time'''. Either way, email one of them as soon as you know the date you'll be arriving and update them if your ETA changes. Otherwise you may not receive a room key.** If you filled out a move-in form at the beginning of the Fall contract period, you can ignore this step.* Pay your charges on time every month! See '''[[Monthly Charges, Late Fees, and Eviction]]''' for more information.* Fill out the [[Work|'''Work Survey''']] BEFORE you arrive. If you arrive after the start of a term, email the [[Work Manager]] to ensure they received your response.* Make sure to attend '''[[New Member Orientation]]'''! Check your email or click [[New Member Orientation|here]] for more info.* Check your email or O'Keeffe/Renaissance Kitchens for the latest '''[[Work Schedule]]''', where you will be assigned a member =house labor shift according to your responses on the work survey. You must attend your [[work]] shifts weekly after the latest [[Work Schedule]] goes into effect (AKA check your email frequently to make sure no changes have been made)! If you are confused, please see the [[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aqH7VDvwtfjFJ2epVMWzB3gpHMyYrHAxTlox8mWS1JM/edit?usp=sharing Member's Guide to Work at Escher]]. If you still have questions, reach out to the [[Work Manager]].* Suite chores are also required each week. Your [[Suite Managers|Suite Manager]] will assign a task to you (or allow you to choose one). This section lists things will be something like vacuuming the hallways, wiping down the kitchen surfaces, or getting the mail. '''Make sure your Suite Manager knows who you are (you can find their email [[Suite Managers|here]]), and that you have been assigned a suite chore.''' ** If it is the beginning of a contract period and the [[Suite Managers]] have not have been elected yet, look out for an email with the date and time of your suite's election so you can vote (or run yourself)!* Everyone cleans their bathroom a few times each semester at Escher. Inside the bathroom closest to your room, you will find a bathroom cleaning sign-up sheet. Write your name in at least four spaces on this sheet. If you've moved in after all the spots are filled, consult your [[Suite Managers|Suite Manager]].* Our [[Secretary]] should add you to the email list on the day (or a few days before) you arrive according to the email address you listed on your Rent Manager account. '''If you suspect you are required from all membersnot receiving house emails, contact escher.secretary@icc.coop with your name, preferred email address, and room number ASAP.''' Mistakes do happen and we don't want you to miss any important house information!

=== Urgent and recurring responsibilities RECURRING RESPONSIBILITIES ===Here are the things you should know about right away:# '''Make sure you are on the house email list'''. If you have not been receiving any house emails, email the [[Secretary]] with your name, preferred email address, and room number.# The work survey is sent out at the beginning of the term. If you were not on the email list when the survey was sent you, you must '''contact the [[Work Manager]]''' to be assigned a shift.# [[Work]] is required from all members each week.## House chores is a weekly three-hour shift you must work. '''Make sure you are on the [[Work Schedule|work schedule]].''' Contact the [[Work Manager]] with any questions.## Suite chores are also required each week. Your [[Suite Managers|Suite Manager]] will assign a task to you (or allow you to choose one). This will be something like vacuuming the hallways, wiping down the kitchen surfaces, or getting the mail. '''Make sure your Suite Manager knows who you are (you can find their email [[Suite Managers|here]]), and that you have been assigned a suite chore.'''## Bathroom cleaning. Everyone cleans their bathroom a few times each semester at Escher. Inside the bathroom closest to your room, you will find a bathroom cleaning sign-up sheet. Write your name in at least four spaces on this sheet, making sure not to sign up for consecutive weeks (members should take turns cleaning each week).

=== Intermittent responsibilities ===* '''[[Work Holiday]] ''' occurs once each semester, near the beginning of the term. You are required to sign up for [[Work Holiday ]] or sign up to complete four hours of work at a later date if you are unavailable. Keep an eye on your email for more information about the date and expectations.** If you moved in after the start of a contract period, you can email the [[Work Manager]] to see if [[Work Holiday]] has happened yet or not.* Update your '''mailing address''' when you move in and anytime you move to a room in a different suite. See the [[suites]] page for the mailing addresses.* When you notice something is broken or malfunctioning in the house, submit a Request for Assistance, or [RFA]. The two types are [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfB-HW38ydNSNMaD_84L0EXOAahsmmsXSMedSvderASJ3-hLA/viewform '''Maintenance RFA'''] and [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeadGygL4eYuLNZI6kayMGLlFcpBWDeWqhP-qNz1ex-ZwklMg/viewform '''Tech RFA'''].* If you have a car and want a space in our parking lot, read the [[Parking|'''parking''']] page for more information and to learn where guests can park. You must be issued a parking pass to park in our lot.* If you wish to bring a pet to Escher, read and understand our '''[[Pet Policy]]'''.* If you plan to host a guest at any point, read and understand our '''[[Guest Policy]]'''.* When you get ready to move-out, read and understand these '''[[Move-Out]] instructions'''.* Understand the difference between the types of '''[[Release Requests]]''' in case you ever need to request one.

* Attend house meetings. ! Make sure your voice is represented in the house by attending bi-weekly house meetings, . participating in discussions, and voting!Keep an eye on your email for the agenda that will be sent out by the [[President]] 24-48 hours before these meetings.** Write a [[Proposals|proposal]] to change something at Escher. These will be voted on at House Meetings and can be submitted to the President to be added to the agenda. Example: A budget proposal to buy [[guff]] inflatable tubes to use on the Huron river!** Join to give [[pinecones]] to someone for their contributions to the house.* Attend officer meetingsif you have suggestions to share. While some officer meeting discussions must necessarily be private, you are welcome to attend the regular officer meetings that occur twice a month. Each of these meetings will have a Member Time period where you can raise concerns directly with a room full of officers.* Aim for sustainability* If you take issue with something an officer has done, but do not want to bring it up to them directly, contact your suite's [[House Council]] member. They can keep your complaint anonymous if you wish and work with you to determine how best to rectify the situation.** Use cloth towels rather than paper towels whenever possible[https://discord.com/invite/Xf7eHskmN7 Join the Discord].** Take food scraps to Though email is the compost bins in primary form of house communication, the Discord serves as a quick way to share information with with suitemates, housemates, and [[O'Keeffe Dining Roomofficers]] or . It has become increasingly relied upon in recent years and so I highly recommend everyone to join. Plus, many morale & [[Renaissance Dining RoomCulture Shift|culture]] during the warmer months when composting is underway.-building memes are shared there!** Turn off lights in empty roomsExplore and contribute to this wiki, and the [[Escher Member Drive]].** Get to know other members Communicate with cars your housemates and try to carpoolaim for conflict resolution at the lowest level. == Possibilities ==This section lists optional things If you can do to be more involved at Escherneed extra assistance, contact someone relevant and/or trusted on the [[Current Leadership|house leadership]] team.* Write a Be kind. Do your best to understand inclusive language, like that outlined in our [[Proposals|proposalLBGTQ Workshop]] to change something at Escherpage.* Organize a house [[Social Events|social event]]. Contact The [https://discord.com/invite/Xf7eHskmN7 Discord] is a great way to get the word out, or you can contact the [[Social Chair]] for help -- we with planning bigger events. We have house funds set aside for social events, and the Social Chair can also help spread the word about your event.* Aim for [[Sustainable Practices|sustainability]].