Preparing for Campus Life

Move-in Day is an exciting experience for many college students, and we want to make sure that yours is stress-free.  In order to get the most out of your move-in day, make sure you have completed all of the following items:

• Completed the online Housing Application 
• Attended new student orientation
• Connect with your roommate(s)
• Reach out to the Financial Aid Office (if needed)
• Paid tuition and fees

Move-in Day is part of the First Flight required program for first-year students from August 13-16, 2026. More information about First Flight will be available online and sent via email during summer of 2026. 

Not a first-year student? Welcome Week activities for returning students will be happening during the same time period. More information will be available online during summer of 2026.

• Rainwear and umbrella
• Room decorations
• Bathrobe, shower shoes, shower caddy, towels, and washcloths
• Prescribed medications (if applicable)
• Two sets of linens (mattresses are 36" x 80"or "XL Twin"), blankets and pillows
• Headphones, earbuds, and phone chargers
• Surge protector
• School supplies and a backpack
• Garbage can
• Moving carts/Dollies to make move-in easier 
• For University Terrace and Bryant Place be sure to bring a plunger, toilet paper, and bathroom cleaning supplies. 

You may also consider bringing the following items:

• Mini refrigerator (maximum size 4.6 cubic feet; must be plugged into an outlet directly)
• Computer/ Television/ Portable audio devices
• Extra lamp
• Stackable crates
• Keurig or any single cup coffee brewer (without a hot plate)
• Overnight bag
• Clothes hangers
• Cookware, especially in apartments

Unfortunately, there are some items which violate our health and safety standards and cannot be brought.  This list is not comprehensive and can be reviewed in more detail in our Residence Life Guide to Success.  Some of our most common items are:

• Free weights over 20 lbs. (all weights under 20 lbs. must be housed on a mat)
• Electric devices such as a hot plate, toasters, ovens, popcorn popper, air conditioners, dehumidifiers, electric grills, portable heaters, sandwich makers, crock pots, etc.
• Alcohol, drugs, alcohol or drug paraphernalia, empty alcohol containers (even for decoration)
• Microwaves (except Micro-Fridges rented through our contact)
• Any open-flame object (e.g., candles or incense) and candle warmers with hot plates
• Drums, amplification equipment for stereos, electric guitars, etc.
• Weapons or Fireworks
• Gasoline, lighter fluid, charcoal grills, or any combustible, explosive, or flammable material
• Pets of any kind, except for a fish in tank (no more than 10 gallons)
• Supplies used to stack or loft beds
• Paintball, BB, or pellet guns
• Wireless routers (unless wireless connectivity is disabled)
• Extension cords or multi-receptacle outlets
• Motorbikes, Segways, Hoverboards, etc.
• Decorations attached to light fixtures, fire equipment, etc.
• Anything outside the window.
• Power strips, Christmas lights, etc. are permitted, but may not be plugged into one another; commonly known as piggy-backed or daisy-chained.