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Move-In DAY GUIDE 

As you prepare for move-in day, our Move-In Day Guide has you covered with essential resources to make your day great. Below is a list of frequently asked questions (FAQs) that address common questions and concerns for move-in day. Additionally, we’ve tailored information based on different residential populations. Keep an eye out for updates throughout the summer, and on August 5th, residential students will receive personalized move-in day instructions. We can’t wait to welcome you to campus! 

Residence Life Resources

Move-In Dates & Details

Summer housing ends on Friday, August 9th, at 10 p.m.Summer residents interested in residing on campus in August must have a fall housing assignment. Summer-to-fall transition housing is available at an additional cost. Students may volunteer for two (2) shifts during the Drop n' Go program or new student move-in day instead of paying the transition housing fee. Students participating in summer-to-fall transition housing can move into their fall housing assignments beginning August 9th after 12pm and must be fully moved out of their summer housing assignment by 9am August 12th.

Students not interested in summer-to-fall transition housing must move out of their summer housing assignment by 10pm on August 9th and will check-in during their specific move-in time later in August. More information will be sent via email at the end of July.

Student-athletes on a fall team will move in between 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. on Friday, August 16th, to participate in their pre-season program. Check-in will take place in the Divine Hospitality Suite, located off the atrium in the Mirenda Center.Returning students will pick-up their residence hall room key during check-in. New students will pick up their residence hall key and student ID once it is verified that they have completed their new student check-in items. Students with outstanding items must resolve them on campus before checking into their residence halls. There is no additional cost for their early arrival. 

After checking in at the Mirenda Center, students will proceed to their residence hall. Parking is permitted in any spot not labeled 'employee' or 'faculty/staff'. Students and their guests cannot park in the fire lanes outside their buildings to unload.

Residence Life staff will be available at the Cunningham Hall, Glen Riddle Hall, Flynn Hall, O'Neill Hall, and Buoni Apartments desks to assist with cart sign-out, answer any questions, and help students locate their rooms.

New and transfer students are eligible to participate in the Drop & Go process. Students may sign up for a one-hour Drop & Go time slot on the evening of Friday, August 16th, or evening of Saturday, August 17th.This is a great option for students to drop off one (1) car of their belongings and see their actual residence hall room before move-in day.

More information about the Drop & Go program will be sent with new student housing assignments in mid-July.

New student move-in takes place on Wednesday, August 21st.Students will be assigned a 2-hour window to check into their assignment and unload belongings based on the residence hall and floor. Check-in will take place between 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

  • O'Neill Hall
    • 9 a.m.-11 a.m.: 1st Floor & 3rd Floor
    • 11 a.m.- 1 p.m: 2nd Floor
    • 1 p.m.-3 p.m.: Any Floor
  • Glen Riddle Hall
    • 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m.: 3rd Floor
    • 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.: 2nd Floor
    • 1 p.m.-2:30 p.m.: 4th Floor & 5th Floor
  • All Other Residence Halls
    • 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

Check-In Process: Students will start in the Mirenda Center parking lot, participating in a drive-thru check-in experience. After they receive their key and student ID card, the students will proceed to the unloading zone for their residential community.

Unloading Zone: After receiving your residence hall key and ID card, students will be directed to follow different route signage to the unloading zone for their halls.  

  • All vehicles will unload items to the curb.  
  • Move-in volunteers will assist with carrying items in the residence hall.
  • Some carts will be available to move items into the residence halls at each location.
  • Vehicle drivers will remain in the vehicle to assist with expediting moving cars to long-term parking after they are unloaded.
  • Once the car is unloaded, the driver will move it to long-term parking at the Bruder Life Center. 

Students unable to move-in during these dates and times must email reslife@neumann.edu  to make arrangements before Monday, August 19th. 

Returning students volunteering to assist with first-year move-in day as part of the  Move Crew are eligible to move into their residence hall on Tuesday, August 20th, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.for no additional cost. Check-in will take place at the McNichol Room in the Bruder Life Center. Move-in volunteers must attend the 7 p.m. move-in meetingthe same day and volunteer for two shifts on move-in day. 

Students will proceed to their residence hall after checking in at the Bruder Life Center. Parking is permitted in any spot not labeled 'employee' or 'faculty/staff'. Students and their guests cannot park in the fire lanes outside their buildings to unload.

Residence Life staff will be available at the Cunningham Hall, Glen Riddle Hall, Flynn Hall, O'Neill Hall, and Buoni Apartments desks to assist with cart sign-out, answer any questions, and help students locate their rooms.

Transfer students can move into their residence hall after orientation from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Tuesday, August 20th.Students are not permitted to move into their housing assignment before the orientation day program has concluded. Check-in will take place in the McNichol Room in the Bruder Life Center.

Students will proceed to their residence hall after checking in at the Bruder Life Center. Parking is permitted in any spot not labeled 'employee' or 'faculty/staff'. Students and their guests cannot park in the fire lanes outside their buildings to unload.

Residence Life staff will be available at the Cunningham Hall, Glen Riddle Hall, Flynn Hall, O'Neill Hall, and Buoni Apartments desks to assist with cart sign-out, answer questions, and help students locate their rooms.

Returning students will move into their fall 2024 residential assignments on Friday, August 23rd from 10am-4pm or Saturday, August 24th from 10am-2pmin the Residence Life Office on the ground level of O'Neill Hall. Students unable to move-in during these dates and times must email reslife@neumann.edu to make arrangements before Monday, August 19th. 

Students will proceed to their residence hall after checking in at O'Neill Hall. Parking is permitted in any spot not labeled 'employee' or 'faculty/staff'. Students and their guests cannot park in the fire lanes outside their buildings to unload. Bin sign-out will be available from the Residence Life office.

move-in FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When are microfridges delivered?
Residential students have the option of renting a microfridge from Neuman University’s preferred vendor, MyMicro Fridge , for an additional cost. Units ordered before August 18 will be delivered on August 20. Orders place after August 18 will be delivered on August 29.
Can I ask you a question?
Use the FAQ section of your site to answer those routine questions that always come up and need to be answered. This is a great way to tell us more about what you can offer, fill in some details that might intrigue us, and show us how knowledgeable and helpful you can be.
What items are recommended to bring with me for my room?

Below are a list of items recommended as a starting point for your packing list.

Bathroom Essentials
  • Personal care products (shampoo, conditioner, toothpaste, toothbrush, etc.)
  • Shower caddy
  • Shower shoes
  • Towels & wash cloths
  • Robe
  • First aid kit
  • Hair dryer, straightener, etc. 
  • Toilet paper
Room Essentials
  • Desk lamp & light bulbs
  • Pillows & linens for twin extra-long bed
  • Waste basket
  • School supplies (pens, pencils, notebooks, staple, scissors)
  • Late Summer/Fall Clothing
  • Plates, mugs, bowls, silverware 
  • Television
  • Refrigerator or Micro-fridge unit
  • Paper towels

Miscellaneous

  • Cleaning Supplies
  • Laundry detergent & hamper
  • Surge protectors
  • Flashlight with batteries
  • Rug (5ft x 7ft fits most rooms)

Roommate Tip:   Students are encouraged to communicate with their roommates before move-in day to coordinate who will bring what items to campus and prevent duplicates.

What can I expect during move-in?

Residence Life professionals and Resident Assistants are available to assist with the check-in process. On move-in day, students can borrow a move-in bin on an availability basis. These bins must be returned by the end of the day and cannot be kept in student rooms overnight. 

How do I rent a Micro-Fridge?

Neumann University partners with MyMicroFridge.com to offer a micro-fridge rental program. Most residential students split the cost of the micro-fridge unit with their roommate as only one (1) mini-fridge or micro-fridge is permitted per room. Micro-fridges ordered before August 1st will be delivered before move-in day.

Where am I allowed to park during move-in day?

New Students: During their move-in time, new students will have the opportunity to unload belongings from their cars in an unloading zone outside of their building. The driver of the vehicle must stay with the vehicle. Once the vehicle is unloaded, long-term parking for the day is available outside of the Bruder Life Center.

Early Arrival & Returning Students: Students may park in the parking lots outside of their buildings.  Parking must be in a designated parking spot. No parking is permitted on fire lanes or on grass. Please note that any cars left unattended in a fire lane during move-in day may be towed.

Can I submit a room change request?

New and returning residential students may request a room change through the eRezLife Portal until July 30, 2024. Room change requests will be considered based on space availability. After July 30th, students must wait until the open room change period during the third week of the semester.

When do meal plans start?
Meal plans for the fall 2024 semester begin at dinner on Wednesday, August 21st. Please note that Knights Cafe does not open until normal operating hours the first day of class on Monday, August 26th. 
How do I change my meal plan?
Students can change their meal through the first Friday of each semester by emailing reslife@neumann.edu or stopping by the Business Office. Please note that residential students must have either an unlimited, 150-block, or 125-block meal plan. Students residing in an apartment-style community can select the 60-block meal plan.