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Identification Cards

UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND, COLLEGE PARK
POLICY ON PHOTO IDENTIFICATION CARDS

Purpose
The University of Maryland photo identification (ID) card provides a general form of identification issued solely for the purpose of accessing programs and services administered by the University of Maryland, College Park, and its legal agents. Authority to issue ID cards is delegated solely to the Office of the Registrar.

Eligibility
The photo ID card is issued to persons who are currently enrolled students or employees of the University of Maryland, College Park. At the discretion of the University, ID cards may be issued to other individuals who are "affiliated" with the University provided such affiliates are sponsored by a regular University department or office.

Please note: The University reserves the right to confiscate any ID used in an inappropriate manner.

Validity
The validity of the photo ID card is based on current information contained in the student's enrollment record or, in the case of employees, the person's personnel record. The magnetic strip on the ID contains a link to the appropriate record for validation purposes.

Appearance
The appearance of the ID card may change from time to time but includes, at a minimum: name, relationship to the University (e.g., student, faculty/staff, affiliate), University identification number and issue date. Photo ID cards are issued to regular students, faculty/staff and affiliates. Students participating in special programs are eligible for non-photo ID cards. These non-photo IDs must be used in conjunction with a photo ID such as a drivers' license or passport.

Access to Programs and Services
Students and employees have access to University programs and services as defined by University policies and procedures. Students may use their ID cards to:

Obtain transcripts, verifications, schedule printouts, graduation tickets,

Access campus buildings such as residence halls and some classroom buildings,

Access library and information services and as a photo copy card,

Use your Dining Services meal plan points at campus dining halls and area eateries,

Serve as your Terrapin Express debit card for on campus eateries and retailers,

Obtain athletic tickets (using the barcode on the reverse of your card),

Access campus recreational facilities,

Gain admission to campus sponsored events,

Ride the University's Shuttle bus,

Receive discounts at some area vendors.

Access to programs and services by "affiliate" card holders must be negotiated on a case by case basis by the sponsoring department.

Duration
The photo ID card is issued at the time a student first registers for classes or, in the case of employees, at the initial hiring. The ID card should be carried at all times and is intended to serve an individual throughout their affiliation with the University. Lost photo ID cards should be reported immediately to the Contract Office at the South Campus Dining Hall (301.314.8064) or the Office of the Registrar (301.314.8240). Lost ID cards may be replaced at the charge of $20.

Replacement
University of Maryland photo ID cards will be replaced free of charge only in the following instances:

1) the ID card no longer possesses a valid bar code;
2) the ID card has become worn and no longer functions properly; or
3) a police report identifying a stolen ID is presented at the time of replacement.

The replacement of an ID card will carry a charge of $20 if the student/faculty/staff/affiliate has lost their card or intentional harm has been done resulting in a damaged card (i.e. holes punched in the card, cards intentionally snapped in two, etc.). The Registrar's Office is available weekdays from 8:30am to 4:30pm in the First Floor Lobby of the Mitchell Building for requesting replacement cards.

To report a lost, missing or stolen card first contacts the Dining Services Contract office on 301.314.8068 or in person at 1109 South Campus Dining Hall. This office will suspend your purchasing accounts preventing their use. The University assumes no responsibility for charges to your accounts prior to this notification or issuance of your replacement card.