Hi, and welcome to Fresno State. My name is Kris, and today I'll be taking you on a step-by-step
tour of the University Student Union, also known as the USU. It is what students call
the living room of Fresno State. This entrance level floor is known as the lounge. Here we
have a large study area, as well as top of the line computers and printers, here for
students to use whenever the building is open. This is a great place to come study with friends,
rest between classes or even print out that assignment you forgot at home. Also located
in the lounge is our Information Center. This is my friend Kaylee, and she can tell you
all about the great services and deals that we provide.
Thanks, Kris. The Information Center is here to assist both students, non-students with
general information, as well as offer many helpful services. Some of those services include
money orders, discounted tickets to Magic Mountain, Disneyland, bus passes, movie tickets,
and most importantly, to sporting events here at Fresno State. Did you know that we distribute
2,000 free tickets to each home basketball game? So bring your student ID and pick up
your free ticket.
Thanks for the information, Kaylee. Now let's go the third and top floor of the USU. Here,
at the top of the stairs, we have the Reservation Center. Hi, Javon. Care to tell us a little
bit about the Reservation Center?
Sure, Kris. The Reservation Center is where clubs and organizations, departments and off-campus
groups can come to reserve one of our many conference rooms in the USU, the Satellite
Student Union and other venues around campus.
Thanks, Javon. Let's see what else the third floor has to offer. The Associated Students
Incorporated or ASI, for short, is our student government at Fresno State. This is Moses
Menchaca, our current ASI president. Moses, can you tell us a little bit about ASI?
I'd love to, Kris. ASI is the official voice for students on our campus, which is made
up of elected representatives. They work hard advocating student issues, revitalizing the
campus community and instilling school spirit. ASI also provides funding opportunities for
your club events or personal research projects. Involved students gain real-world experience
working this non-profit organization.
Thanks, Moses. Let's continue our tour of the third floor. This is the Student Involvement
Center. Hey, Kristi. Can you tell us more about what goes on in Student Involvement?
I sure can, Kris. This is where many of our student organizations work to improve and
enhance the student experience at Fresno State. The USU board is housed here, along with USU
productions, Campus Involvement Ambassadors, and the Vintage Days Committee. You can also
get involved with specific organizations and clubs here, in addition to Greek life. Do
you have any questions about a specific club or organization? Are you interested in getting
involved, but don't know where to start? Set up an appointment with a campus involvement
ambassador who can help find the right fit for you.
Thanks, Kristi. The Student Involvement Center is the best place to come if you're interested
in getting involved and leaving your mark here at Fresno State. Now let's check out
the lowest level of the USU. Here we are at the lowest level of the USU. You can find
the Recreation Center, food court and the pavilion. This is the USU Recreation Center.
Hi, Travis. Can you tell us some of the things that students can do here at the Recreation
Center?
Sure, Kris. We've got 12 bowling lanes, 13 billiards tables, an Xbox game room and
a video game arcade. All Fresno State students receive a discounted rate when they show a
valid student ID, and anybody can reserve our bowling lanes or billiards tables for
parties or events. And don't forget, we've got glow-in-the-dark bowling every Friday
night, which is always fun for our students.
Thanks, Travis. The USU Snack Bar sells things like sushi, pizza, delicious cookies
and Fresno State ice cream. There's also grab-and-go options that are convenient for busy college
students who don't have the time to sit down for a meal during the day. Juice It Up sells
smoothies in this area too, and students can use the microwave in front of the USU Snack
Bar any time it's open. And here, we have the food court. The food court has Chick-fil-A,
Subway and Panda Express. Each restaurant serves a full menu, and there are also other
great snacks and drinks. Once you have your food, there's plenty of seating and TVs playing
for your enjoyment while you eat. Hey, Kaylee.
Hey, Kris.
Would you like to help me show the rest of the pavilion?
Sure, I'd love to.
Great. This is the USU pavilion. If you look to your left and right of the
seating areas, you'll find a few shops and services.
Here we have the Pro Hair and Nails. This is a great place to get your hair and
nails done, as well as get your eyebrow waxed or your ears pierced. The discounts and convenient
location make a great place to visit. If you need to mail anything or buy stamps, there's
a post office express. Lastly, we have a branch of the Golden One Credit Union with an ATM
located right outside its door. I have to go back to work Kris. See you later.
Thanks, Kaylee. Well, thanks for joining me on a tour of the University Student
Union. We hope that you'll find it to be your home away from home. Remember, go Dogs.
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