University Park 2024 Maymester
Housing Arrival Schedule
WE ARE excited to welcome you to campus!
The move-in experience is meant to be simple and stress-free, and actually starts before you arrive on campus. Please review the move-in information pertaining to what to pack/leave behind, driving directions, where to check in, and so much more! Remember to dress comfortably and bring some water. Be prepared for inclement weather, it's been known to rain during Arrival.
Get ready to #LiveOn!
Before You Arrive
Preparation
What to Pack
- Baskets for toiletries and storage
- Cleaning supplies and paper towels
- Computer, printer, and cables
- Desk lamp, desk supplies
- Fan (portable)
- Financial items (checking/savings account, credit/debit card, health insurance card, Social Security card, driver's license, etc.)
- First-Aid kit (band-aids, cotton balls, cotton swabs, cold/cough medicine, aspirin, thermometer)
- Food items (can opener, bottled beverages, coffee maker with automatic shutoff, one set of silverware/plates/bowls/glasses, snacks, dish detergent/towel)
- Games (cards, board games)
- Game consoles and cables
- Hangers
- Laundry bag/basket and detergent
- Padlocks for desk, laptop, and bike
- Room decorations^
- Sewing kit/safety pins
- Sheets, pillow, and blanket - for extra-long twin bed (80" x 36")
- Toiletry items
- Towels
- Umbrella, rain boots
Items available for check-out at the Commons Desks:
- Cleaning Supplies
- Recreational Equipment (basketballs, Spikeball, volleyballs, ping pong paddles, pool cues, etc.)
- Vacuum cleaners
- Tool Kit
What to Leave Behind
Please refer to the HFS Contract Terms, Conditions, and Regulations for more detailed information. Since only one vehicle per student is permitted to unload, be careful not to overpack.
- Air Conditioning units, including portable units and "swamp coolers"
- Alcohol+
- Appliances, air fryers, griddles, instapots, rice cookers, toasters, toaster ovens, etc.
- Ashtrays*
- Candles and incense
- Ceiling fans
- Firearms
- Fitness Equipment
- Grills
- Halogen lamps
- Heaters
- LED strip-lighting
- Pets (small fish tanks up to 5 gallons are allowed)
- Pianos
- Skates, skateboards, and scooters
- Vacuum cleaners (available for check out at the commons desk)
- Window Treatments (blinds, draperies)
- Wireless Routers
What's In Your Room
- XL Twin Bed with mattress (80" x 36")
- Bookshelf
- Chest of drawers
- Wardrobe
- ​Desk with chair
- Wi-Fi service
- Mirror
- Window treatment
- Microfridge (refrigerator/freezer/microwave unit - one per room)
- Smoke detector (one per room)
- Trash can (one per room)
^Please visit your residence hall building page or the Room Decoration Guidelines in the Terms, Conditions, and Regulations to learn more about what product to use to hang items in your room
+Alcohol is prohibited on campus, regardless of the resident's age
* Smoking is prohibited in all residence halls, common areas, and dining facilities.
Move In Day!
Check-in Location: Findlay Commons, East Halls
When you arrive on campus, proceed to the Findlay Commons in East Halls. Look for directional signage for "Housing Check-In".
Temporary parking is available in Student lot 82; please use your flashers while you unload. You will not be required to pay for parking during the Arrival event.
When you check in, your building and room access added to your id+ card and mobile credential account.
Once you have finished unloading, please move your vehicle to the long-term parking at Beaver Stadium - Stadium West Lot or to one of the on-campus parking decks.
Your official Commons Desk location for Maymester is Findlay Commons Desk.
After you have moved in
Living with a Roommate and In a Community
Living with a roommate is a great experience and helps you learn more about yourself and how to communicate and relate effectively to others. Knowing how to take responsibility for yourself and how to respect others are valuable skills in all relationships. Living in a community also brings a responsibility to residents - safety and security are very important, and you play an important part in keeping yourself and your community safe. If you see something, say something. University Police are available by calling 814-863-1111.
To support the mission of providing a safe, comfortable, secure, and nurturing living-learning environment that is conducive to students' academic pursuits and personal growth while fostering a sense of community, civic responsibility, and an appreciation of diversity, the University offers Residence Life staff in every residence hall and apartment area. Residence Life staff include student and professional staff members who live in the community and are available 24/7 to provide information and resources, offer help and support, plan social and educational activities, and address residents' concerns.
Resources for Living On Campus
- Communities On Campus
- Living With a Roommate (and Roommate Agreement form)
- Residence Life Policies and Rules
- Emergency Telephones
- Safe Walk Service
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