Pack, Park, Move-In!

Jump Ahead: 

• What is Drop and Go, and how does it work?
• How is Drop and Go different from Move-In Day?
• Is Drop and Go required?
• What can I drop off during Drop and Go?
• Can I set up my room during Drop and Go?
• Can someone drop off items for me if I cannot come to campus?
• When will I get my room key?
• How are my belongings secured after Drop and Go?
• What should I expect on Move-In Day if I participated in Drop and Go?
• What are some Drop and Go do’s and don’ts?

1. What is Drop and Go, and how does it work?

The Drop and Go Program is an optional experience designed to allow first-year residential students to drop off large, packed boxes and bulky items ahead of our official move-in days on August 18 and August 19.

The program will take place on Friday, August 15 and Saturday, August 16 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. with the last drop-off window at 1:30 p.m.

Beginning July 9, students can register for a 30-minute window on August 15 or 16 to drop off items, see their room, and meet the Student Living team. Rooms will be opened by Student Living staff for drop off but locked afterward; keys will be distributed on your designated move-in day. Students must leave campus after their time slot to allow space for the next group. 

2. How is Drop and Go different from Move-In Day?

Drop and Go allows early delivery of bulky items only, without unpacking or staying in the residence halls. Move-In Day is the official, required process for students to move in permanently, receive keys, and settle into their rooms on Monday, August 18 or Tuesday, August 19. 

You can participate in both the optional Drop and Go Program and the required Move-In day program. 

3. Is Drop and Go required?

No, participation in this program is optional for all first-year residential students. 

4. What can I drop off during Drop and Go?

You should prioritize bulky or cumbersome items you won’t need before move-in, such as TVs, micro fridges (remember you can rent one delivered to your room), bedding, area rugs, packed suitcases, cleaning supplies, décor, and items requiring assembly. Coordinate with roommates to avoid duplicates. 

5. Can I set up my room during Drop and Go?

No. The Drop and Go program is designed for exactly that -- to drop your big items and then go enjoy the rest of your weekend!  

The program is meant to alleviate the stress and heavy lifting associated with move-in by allowing students to bring in large items ahead of time. During your 30-minute timeslot, you will have the opportunity to assess your living space and better plan for your first-year experience in the residence halls.  

6. Can someone drop off items for me if I cannot come to campus?

Yes. A representative (parent, guardian, or friend) can drop off items on your behalf if registered and with the necessary room information.

7. When will I get my room key?

Room keys are distributed only on Move-In Day. During Drop and Go, Student Living staff will unlock and lock rooms for you. 

8. How are my belongings secured after Drop and Go?

All dropped items remain locked in your room, monitored by campus security with 24/7 surveillance and controlled building access.

9. What should I expect on Move-In Day if I participated in Drop and Go?

Your items will already be in your room, ready to unpack and set up, making your official move-in smoother and faster.

10. What are some Drop and Go do’s and don’ts?

Do: Register for a time, label your belongings with name and room number, bring only one or two helpers, and ask questions of resident assistants if needed.

Don’t: Plan to unpack or set up your room, make shopping trips during your time slot, or bring too many helpers.

Jump Ahead: 

• What are the 2025 move in dates?
• What time can I move into my residence hall for the fall 2025 semester?
• Where do I check in to my residence halls?
• What can I expect during move-in?

1. What are the 2025 move in dates?

First-year students have the option to move in on either Monday, August 18 or Tuesday, August 19.  

First-year students will be assigned a move in date and time based on their housing assignment. This information will be emailed by the Office of Student Living in late July. (These dates do not pertain to students who are assigned to an early arrival group, such as fall varsity athletes. Early arrival students will receive separate move-in information and instructions.)

2. What time can I move into my residence hall for the fall 2025 semester?

First-year residential students will move into their fall housing assignment from 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. on Monday, August 18 and Tuesday, August 19.

First-year students will move-in during an assigned time period based on your residential neighborhood community and building. Please check your email for your assigned move-in time.

Students and families are asked to strictly adhere to their assigned move-in time to help expedite and accommodate all students and families moving in on August 18 and 19.

3. Where do I check in to my residence halls?

First-year students will report to the Schwartz Athletic Complex parking lot located at (address) on Monday, August 18 or Tuesday, August 19 to begin the check-in process during their assigned move-in time listed above.

The check-in process is a drive-thru formatted process and does not require students or their families to exit their vehicles. After participating in the drive-thru check-in, you will be directed to an unloading area for your building.

4. What can I expect during move-in?

You can expect to have support and guidance throughout your entire first-year move-in experience! From start to finish, our team of enthusiastic student and staff volunteers will be onsite to support and guide you every step of the way.

Starting prior to your arrival, you will receive detailed information and move-in specific campus maps via your Widener email to make your arrival seamless.

When it comes to time to unload your belongings, our volunteer staff will be equipped with moving bins to help you transport items to your room. During the unloading process, the driver of the vehicle will not exit the vehicle. When the vehicle is unloaded, the driver will move the car to our long-term parking lots and rejoin their party in their residence hall room.

Members of the Student Living Team and university representatives will also be available inside the residence halls to provide support as needed.