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Student ID Cards (F-27)

Original Implementation: Unpublished
Last Revision: July 19, 2011

University student identification cards (IDs) are produced by the card services office, located in Room 1.205 of the Baker Pattillo Student Center.

Student IDs are used for the following purposes:

  1. Access to the student’s meal plan.
  2. Access to the student’s residence hall.
  3. Access to the student’s Jack Bucks account, if applicable.
  4. Free admission to regular season home football, basketball, baseball, and softball games.
  5. Student discounts to certain fine arts performances and student activities.
  6. Identification when purchasing items by check and for book buy-back in the Barnes and Noble Bookstore.
  7. Access to the Student Recreation Center, Norton Health and Physical Education complex, and the Wellness Center.
  8. Some computer and language labs require the deposit of the ID card to use some resources.
  9. Identification at the business office to receive payroll checks.

IDs are produced on the enrollment of a new student. The cost of the initial ID is $5.Students must display an acceptable picture ID when picking up their first SFA ID card.

Lost or stolen IDs should be reported to the card services office as soon as possible. After hours and on weekends, lost or stolen IDs should be reported to the University Police Department. Replacement cards cost $15 and can be obtained from the card services office during normal business hours.

SFA IDs are the property of Stephen F. Austin State University and must be shown and/or surrendered to any university officialupon request. SFA IDs are not transferrable. Use of an ID to gain, or attempt to gain, unauthorized access to university buildings, facilities, or services may result in disciplinary action, confiscation of the ID and/or removal from university owned or controlled property. Possession, alteration, use or attempted use of an IDby anyone other than the person to whom the card is issued shall be considered unauthorized use.


Cross Reference: None

Responsible for Implementation: Vice President for University Affairs

Contact for Revision: Director of Student Services

Forms: None

Board Committee Assignment: Academic and Student Affairs