FAQs
If you can't find an answer to your question, please contact us and we will be happy to assist you.
What services and resources does the Center for Campus Life offer?
- Board games and video games (Nintendo Switch, Wii, Xbox, PlayStation 2)
- Pool and ping-pong table
- Hangout space (to relax, study, eat lunch, gather with friends, or watch television)
- Cell phone and laptop chargers
- Information on how to join our many student clubs and organizations
- Workshops and retreats to help deepen your leadership skills
- Resources for commuter students and helpful off-campus housing information
Occasionally, the Center for Campus Life hosts special events for all students. Check your student newsletter and our Facebook page for announcements.
What equipment does Campus Life have and how can I check it out?
- Campus Life offers a variety of equipment for students to check out. Stop by to grab a phone or computer charger (USB C and Lightening), get a board game to play or our Nintendo Switch to play with friends, rent out our ping pong or pool gear, or grab a sports ball to take the fun outdoors! We also have scissors, tape, a stapler, pens, and anything else you may need to get an assignment submission ready.
- To get access to all of these things, stop by the Campus Life desk and give your Student ID to one of the Operations Assistants on duty. They may ask for your phone number in case they need to contact you for any reason prior to returning the item. They will keep your Student ID until you are done and return the item.
How long can I check out equipment for?
- Campus Life's hours of operation are from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM on weekdays during Fall & Spring semesters and 12 - 6 pm on Saturday & Sunday. Within this time, feel free to rent out any equipment for the pool, ping pong, or board games. If you wanted to keep the Nintendo Switch a bit longer, talk with the Campus Life team to see if you can keep it for an extended period and return it the next morning.
What products and discounts does the Center for Campus Life offer?
- Discounted movie tickets to the Regal Cinemas in Fenway
- Discounted MBTA passes, also known as the MBTA Semester Pass, available for purchase online during the months leading up to the fall and spring semesters
- Boston Symphony Orchestra (BSO) cards, which allow you to gain access to select (not all) BSO shows
- Information on local gyms in the area
- Occasional tickets to special trips and Boston sporting events (Red Sox and Celtics)
What lockers are available?
- There are lockers of all sizes located around our campus. Within the 150/136 Mass Ave., 1108 Boylston, and 8 Fenway, and 31 Hemenway buildings, there are large lockers for upright basses and drum kits and small lockers for club equipment storage or smaller instruments and equipment. Go to the Lockers page for more information.
How do I reserve a conference room?
- Come to the Campus Life desk and ask for one of our three rooms. If they are available, give your Student ID to one of the Operations Assistants working at the desk and they can scan you in to your room. You are able to reserve the rooms for either one or two hours at a time.
Where can I chill around campus?
- Berklee offers many spots around campus for students to take a break from their busy schedules. Right next to the main printer room in 150 Mass Ave., there is the quiet lounge where many students go to finish work, relax to music, or even take a nap! Around the corner from that is our commuter lounge. This space has a large seating area and a kitchen where you can heat up food or grab something from the vending machines. These are great places to hang out inbetween classes or when you need a break!
- For more information and locations, check out the Student and Commuter Lounges page.
How do I get an MBTA Pass?
- Berklee has partnered with the MBTA and T systems to give students access to discounted passes! For the entire semester, students can get cheaper fare rates to make commuting easier and more affordable.
- For more information or to purchase one yourself, visit the Berklee Discounts and Services page.
How do I start a new club?
The Office of Student Involvement is currently accepting applications for new student clubs. To explore our listing of currently registered College and Conservatory student clubs, please visit the Clubs Directory. If you have any questions about this update, please reach out to clubs@berklee.edu.
I'm looking for off-campus housing. Can you help?
The Center for Campus Life oversees commuter and off-campus student services such as caffeine breaks in the commuter lounges at 8 Fenway and 150 Massachusetts Avenue, discounted MBTA passes for enrolled students, and locker rental programs. Housing and Residential Education offer a number of off-campus housing resources as well.
Where is the Caf Shows office located?
The Caf Shows office is currently located at 150 Massachusetts Avenue, room A17. You can reach the office by email at cafshows@berklee.edu.
How can my band get a Caf Show?
Complete the online application at the beginning of each semester (shows run in the spring and fall). More info can be found here.
How do I find out about upcoming Caf Shows?
Visit the Caf Shows Instagram page.
Does Berklee have any Greek student organizations?
Yes. Berklee has one Greek letter organization through Boston Conservatory at Berklee: Phi Mu Alpha. Students may also be able to join citywide chapters of their desired organization.
Does Berklee have a fundraising policy?
Yes. Berklee has a Fundraising Policy for Students.