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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 when the most recent, active ID card is turned into the Office of the Registrar at the time of reissue AND:

1) the ID bar code is no longer visable or readable; or
2) the ID card has become worn and no longer functions properly.

The replacement of an ID card will carry a charge of $20 if the student/faculty/staff/affiliate indicates that their card is lost, stolen, or the card has intentional damage (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.

If your ID card should become lost, missing or stolen you should immediately suspend your purchasing accounts (i.e. Terrapin Express and/or dining plans) preventing their use by unauthorized individuals. This can be done by going to the Dining Services’ website, www.Dining.umd.edu , select Online Services and click on Dining Plans. After logging in, select Report Lost ID Card. If you should locate your card, you can have your accounts re-activated by coming in person to 1109 South Campus Dining Hall, weekdays from 8:30am to 4:30pm, otherwise all accounts will remain suspended until a replacement card has been issued. If on-line access is not available call 301-314-8064 immediately. The University assumes no responsibility for charges to your accounts prior to this notification or issuance of your replacement card.