move-in day inFORMATION

All students must check in at Student Center Main Stage to receive their key before going to their Residence Hall.

Fall 2026 Check In

  • Move-In Crew: Thursday August 27, 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
  • New Student Only Arch & Engage Students: Thursday, August 27 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Incoming (New and Transfer) Resident Move-In

Friday, August 28

Move In Day Schedule for Incoming Bulldogs!
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM 

2:00 PM -  3:30 PM

Ewen Hall 

303-325 

 

Ewen Hall 

203-225 

Ewen Hall 

103-110 

Ewen Hall

119-126 

Wallace Hall

303-313 

Wallace Hall

315-325 & 4-10 

Wallace Hall

203-210 

Wallace Hall

218-225 

Wallace Hall

103-122 

Jones Hall

303-325 

Jones Hall

203-210 

Jones Hall

218-225 & 103-110 

Jones Hall

118-125 

New and Transfer Residents in all Upperclassmen Residence Halls* 

Dean Hall

301-312

Dean Hall

401-414 

Dean Hall

314-321 

Dean Hall

415-426 

 

Returning Resident Move-In:

Sunday, August 30

Move In Day Schedule for Returning Bulldogs!
9:00 AM -  10:30 AM 10:00 AM -  11:30 AM 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM 

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Memorial Hall

301-308 

Memorial Hall

401-409 

All Clark House  All Houston House   

Mitchell House

300-302 

Mitchell House 

303-307 

Mitchell House

200-202 

Mitchell House 

203-209 

 

Horne Hall

306-310 

Horne Hall

301-305 

Horne Hall

206-212 

Horne Hall

201-205 

Horne Hall

101-109 

Woodward Hall

304-319 

Woodward Hall

320-340 

Woodward Hall

204-219 

Woodward Hall

220-234 

Woodward  Hall 

104-132 

Adams Hall

301-318 

Adams Hall

201-218 

Adams Hall

251-267 

Adams Hall

155-166 

Adams Hall

105-114 

Bourret Hall

301-314 

Bourret Hall

315-328  

Bourret Hall

201-214 

Bourret Hall

215-228 

Bourret Hall

105-121 

 

Franklin Commons

201-205 

Franklin Commons

206-210 

Franklin Commons

301-305 

Franklin Commons

306-310 

We look forward to welcoming you this Fall! To learn more about what to pack, visit here.

Additional Information

For additional information about check-in, please refer to the Common Inquiries below. 

We look forward to welcoming you back to campus, Bulldogs! 

Fall Check In Common Inquiries

What should I do to prepare for move-in day?

  • Complete your Housing Application on eRezLife. All new and transfer residents who completed the housing application will receive housing assignments by early August. 
  • Get to know your roommate[s]!
  • Make sure you complete your Enrollment Checklist, submit health paperwork (new students only), and complete all necessary financial paperwork.
  • Refer to our Move In Checklist for every essential you need to pack and suggestions on what to bring, and what to leave at home!
  • Consider a stress-free move in with our partners.

What will arrival on campus look like for new and transfer residents?

  • Step 1: Visit The D. Paula M. Rooney Student Center to complete your Check-In Process where you will collect your welcome information, room key and ID card. 
  • Step 2: Follow the driving directions provided by Residence Life to locate your new home for the Fall!
  • Step 3: Park in the designated loading zone, Residence Life staff and Campus Police and Safety will be available to guide you.
  • Step 4: Unload your car. New Students: Move-In Crew will be available to assist with your move-in!
  • Step 5: We ask you to unload your car in a timely manner and move to a designated lot for parking.
  • Step 6: Start decorating and settling into your new space!

What will arrival on campus look like for returning residents?

  • Step 1: Visit The Dr. Paula M. Rooney Student Center to complete your Check-In Process where you will collect your welcome information and room key. 
  • Step 2: Park in the designated loading zone, Residence Life staff and Campus Police and Safety will be available to guide you.
  • Step 3: Unload your car. We ask you to unload your car in a timely manner and move to a designated lot for parking.
  • Step 4: Catch up with friends, and settle in for the new semester!

I'm a commuter student-what will my check-in process look like?

  • All New Commuters: Visit The Dr. Paula M. Rooney Student Center on Friday, August 28 to complete your Check-In Process where you will collect your welcome information.
  • All Returning Commuters: Visit The Dr. Paula M. Rooney Student Center on Sunday, August 30 to complete your Check-In Process where you will collect your welcome information. 

Where should I park and unload?

  • Please arrive for check in during your scheduled move in time. The move in schedule will be released in early August.
  • Follow campus signage and staff directions for parking and unloading zones. See our campus map for more information.
  • Use designated zones only for unloading; move your vehicle to a parking lot afterwards designated by Campus Police and Safety or Residence Life staff.

More information for unloading and moving in.

  • Utilize available orange bins to transport your belongings.
  • Be mindful of others and try to move efficiently.
  • Check your room for any pre-existing damages and report them to your Resident Director.

What if I have a question?

  • Look for your Resident Assistants and Resident Directors for any questions you may have throughout the day - they can’t wait to see you! 

What will happen after move-in?

  • Meet your Resident Assistant (RA) and introduce yourself to your neighbors.
  • Familiarize yourself with emergency exits and procedures in your residence hall - attend your mandatory hall meeting for a full review of this information.
  • Complete your Roommate Agreement, available on eRezLife. Ask your RA to initiate your agreement!

How can I make the move-in process more sustainable?

  • Dispose of trash and boxes in designated areas. Trash left near emergency exits, lounges, and hallways may result in billing charges for the community.
  • Consider bringing reusable items to reduce waste!
  • Water stations are available in every lounge. 

What other information should I know about move-in?

  • Set up your internet connection and ensure your devices are functioning properly.
  • For roommate agreements, emergency preparedness information, campus policies, Residence Life contact information, WiFi instructions, and more refer to the resources tab on eRezLife.

What will happen after move-in and Bulldog Beginnings?

  • Save the dates! Bulldog Beginnings is scheduled Friday, August 28th through Monday, August 31st, join other first-year bulldogs to begin your transition to Dean! More information to be released from Student Activities and Leadership Development.
  • New commuter students will check in for Bulldog Beginnings in the Guidrey Center at 5PM on Friday, August 28th. 

We look forward to seeing you!