Post & Print Services
Post and Print: Services and Pricing
Hours and Contact
Contact Information
300 Pulteney Street
Geneva, NY 14456
Postal: 315-781-3504
postoffice@hws.edu
Print: 315-781-3520
printservices@hws.edu
Services and Pricing
Post and Print Services offers a full service Post Office and print shop to the HWS and Geneva communities. The Post Office is a contract substation of the United States Postal Service. For questions about mail and packages, e-mail postoffice@hws.edu.
You can ship items anywhere in the United States or internationally through the USPS or any major carrier (UPS, FedEx, DHL).
Cash and all major credit cards are accepted.
Mail Services
- Stamps - books and single stamps
- 1st class mail
- Priority mail/package – comes with automatic tracking information, and $100 insurance coverage
- Express mail – overnight 1-3 days (depending on location) includes $100 insurance coverage
- International mail services
- Certified mailing – additional cost
- Return receipt – additional cost
- Insured mail – under $500 or over $500 at an additional cost
- USPS mail authorization forms
- Metered mail - you need to provide your department account number; metered mail must be dropped off to the Post Office no later than 3 p.m. in order to ensure mail is metered and ready for same day postal pick up
For additional USPS services not provided at the Campus Post Office, go to USPS.com
Post Office Price List
| Product | Price |
|---|---|
| Stamps (single) | $0.82 |
| Stamps (book) | $16.40 |
| International Stamps | $1.75 |
| Envelopes | $0.20 |
| Stamped Envelopes | $1.06 |
| Manila Envelopes | |
| 6x9 | $0.50 |
| 9x12 | $0.75 |
| Bubble Mailers | |
| Small | $1.50 |
| Medium | $1.50 |
| Large | $2.50 |
| X - Large | $2.50 |
Passport Photo Service
We offer regulation size (2" x 2") passport photos taken on a walk-in basis during business hours. A set of two printed passport photos is $12.50; a digital copy may be sent to the buyer's e-mail upon request with the purchase.
Package Services (USPS, UPS, FedEx, DHL)
- USPS
- Prepare packages for shipping
- Provide new or recycled packing materials and tape
- Drop off for UPS, FedEx, and DHL
- Make labels for any package
Notary Services
The Post Office is one of the locations on campus that offers free Notary Public services. Please see the bottom of the Registrar FAQ page for the full list.
Student Packages and Mail
Student Packages and Mail
Student Packages
You will get notified by e-mail when a package is ready for pickup. The e-mail will contain the package location and a reference code.
When you come to collect your package you will need the following:
- Photo ID (required)
Can be either a Colleges photo ID or driver's license - Package Location
If you need another student to get a package for you, you must send an e-mail to the Post Office giving your permission, and include the name of the person picking up your package.
Student Mail
You will be notified by e-mail for any First Class mail or payroll checks you receive. All other miscellaneous mail (magazines, newspapers, coupons etc.) will be placed in your student mailbox without notification.
After Hours Package/Mail Locker
By filling out this form you are requesting that your package/mail be placed in a locker located outside of the Scandling Center Post Office for After Hours pick up. If your request is approved, you will receive a confirmation e-mail with instructions and your package/mail will be available for pickup after 5 p.m., during hours that the Scandling Center is open, to 9 a.m. the following business day.
Large Package Delivery for Students
By request, the HWS Post Office will deliver large packages that weigh 10 or more lbs. on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons, from 2 until 4:30 p.m. We can also accommodate for any packages that are too large and difficult to carry. Fill out the large package delivery request form.
Submitting a request does not confirm your package delivery request has been accepted. Once your request is submitted, our staff will contact you by phone or e-mail to schedule a delivery day and time. Deliveries can only be made on Tuesdays and Thursdays between the hours of 2 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. Appointment slots are limited and will be scheduled on a first come, first served basis.
Once the delivery day, time, and location has been agreed upon, your package will be delivered during the appointment time. You must be present with a photo ID during the delivery. Packages will only be delivered to the entrance of the residence hall/house; staff is not permitted to assist past the entrance of the building.
Mail Hold
Will you be staying on campus for the break? If so, please fill out the form to keep your mail on campus. If you do not request a mail hold, all your mail will be forwarded to your home address.
Mail Forward
Not returning to campus after break? Please fill out the form to forward first class mail, which are letters, postcards, and large envelopes. Re-shipping packages that are not considered first class mail will incur a cost – please e-mail postoffice@hws.edu for package options. If you are changing your address, you will also need to change your address with the Registrar's office.
Report a Missing Package
Have you been to the Post Office and the staff were unable to locate your package? Complete a form to report your package missing. Post Office staff will review your submission and contact you within 2-3 business days. Note: Submitting this form does not guarantee package recovery but helps us track and investigate your case.
Mailing and Shipping
Mailing and Shipping
For efficient and assured delivery of mail or packages please use the information and tips below.
Use the student box list (HWS credentials required) to look up a student mailbox number.
Mail Delivery
- USPS mail, packages and campus department mail is delivered and picked up Monday/Wednesday/Friday during the school year at various departments on campus via our student work force.
- USPS mail and campus department mail is held at the Post Office in the assigned locker for each department. Approximate sort time varies, based on USPS, Fed Ex, UPS and DHL delivery volume.
- Campus mail put in our campus mail drop box is usually sorted by the following work day.
- Express mail for departments typically arrives on campus between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m.
- Metered mail - you need to provide your department account number; metered mail must be dropped off to the Post Office no later than 3 p.m. in order to ensure mail is metered and ready for same day postal pick up.
The Post Office does not e-mail students for intra-departmental mail dropped off. If you have mail of importance for students, you will need to e-mail them after mail has been dropped off at the Post Office.
Intra-Campus Mail Formats
Intra-Campus Mail to Students
All student mail must have student name and box number clearly marked. Mail must be sorted in mailbox order prior to drop off.
Student name
Mailbox number XXXX
From: Name and Department
Intra-Campus Mail to Faculty/Staff
Prof. Jane Doe
Department and Building
From: Name and Department
Incoming USPS Mail and Package Formats
Incoming Address Format for Students
Always use student's *mailbox number on all mail and packages.
The mailing address for student mail is:
Name
XXXX Scandling Center
Geneva, NY 14456
*(DO NOT use P.O. Box as your box number)
Incoming Address Format for Faculty/Staff
Mail and package deliveries must be formatted as *below in order for the US Postal Service to recognize HWS mail.
*Except UPS or Federal Express package deliveries to 20 Seneca St.
Name
Department
300 Pulteney St.
Geneva, NY 14456
How to Process Your Amazon Return With the HWS Post Office
When selecting how you will mail your return, choose "UPS Drop Off" OR "USPS Drop Off". This will generate your shipping label.
No printer? E-mail your label to: postoffice@hws.edu. We will print it for you!
We are unable to process QR Codes from UPS.
Courier pickups are daily.
Parents: Tips for Mailing to Your Student
- Students are assigned a mailbox that may stay the same throughout their time at Hobart and William Smith Colleges.
- All student mail must have student name and box number clearly marked. Using the correct address will ensure a timely delivery of all mail and packages for your student. Mailing to the correct address is very important particularly during the beginning of each semester and around holidays.
- Please mail early to allow enough time for your package to make its way through the US Postal Service.
- Always provide a return address on your mail or package and mark appropriately for perishable or fragile items.
- If you are ordering something online for a student and are using a credit card that bears your name, please be sure that the student's name and mailbox number appear on the package.
- Students are notified by e-mail when packages and mail arrive for them.
- Please never send cash through the mail; it is safer to send a personal check or money order.
Printing and Supplies
Printing and Supplies
You can order print jobs and supplies online. Through the online ordering system, you can see all of the options for types of items we can print as well as the most up to date price list for your specific print job.
The full service print shop can print anything from greeting cards to large banners. We also offer binding, foam core mounting, and laminating of printed materials. In addition, you can order supplies like card stock and letter head. For questions about printing or print supplies e-mail printservices@hws.edu.
Print Shop Services
- Printing/copying
- Finishing (binding, cutting, folding, etc.)
- Wide format posters and banners
- Laminating
- Foam core mounting with or without laminate
- Bulk mailing
- Package receiving/shipping
- Order paper and envelopes
Instructions for Online Ordering
Instructions for placing online orders are available: