Parent and Student Tips for Moving into the Freshmen Dorms Quickly

Parent and Student Tips for Packing and Moving Into A Freshmen Dorm Quickly

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Now it is time to do the Quick Move In to the Freshmen Dorm! Where to begin?

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Move-in day will be stressful for all parents and their children, especially if it is their first year going away. Let's begin!!

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First, find the floor plans and layout of the dorm! Check out how much room is behind the door. Contact Residences Life with questions.

Check YouTube for the university's dorm videos.

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Get in Touch with Roommates. Decide ahead of time who is bringing what for the communal areas.

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Have small tools handy. * A hammer, Screwdrivers (Phillips and flathead), * Electric drill, * Extra batteries.

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* 3M Command strips, recommended adhesives (like painter’s tape) for posters, and suction cups that hook to the wall.

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* Place all these items in one bin to make them easy to take home after move-in.

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Move Items in Bins with Lids. Larger bins with wheels are very handy and easy to move around.

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Divide Your Stuff into Dorm Zones and place the stuff in the right bin BEFORE leaving the house. * The Cleaning Stuff bin * The Closet Drawer bin

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* The Cooking Stuff bin * Bathroom Supplies bin * Desk Supplies bin

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Label Bins the Zone Name

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Check the University website for updated Move-in Day Information.

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Get a Security box and security cables for valuables. Hide these items in a bin for Move-in Day.

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Gather Hanging Clothes. Turn the kitchen bag over the clothes. Cut a hole for the hangers and tie the top of the bag.

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Have all Your Decorating Items in One Bag or Box.

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Use rental services for FRIDGES AND MICROWAVES. Buy Bedding packages FROM THE THIRD PARTY & have them delivered to the dorm.

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I hope helps you and your child make the transition to college a smooth one.

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Parent and Student Tips for Packing and Moving Into A Freshmen Dorm Quickly

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Now it is time to do the Quick Move In to the Freshmen Dorm! Where to begin?

Move-in day will be stressful for all parents and their children, especially if it is their first year going away. Let's begin!!

First, find the floor plans and layout of the dorm! Check out how much room is behind the door. Contact Residences Life with questions.

Check YouTube for the university's dorm videos.

Get in Touch with Roommates. Decide ahead of time who is bringing what for the communal areas.

Have small tools handy. * A hammer, Screwdrivers (Phillips and flathead), * Electric drill, * Extra batteries.

* 3M Command strips, recommended adhesives (like painter’s tape) for posters, and suction cups that hook to the wall.

* Place all these items in one bin to make them easy to take home after move-in.

Move Items in Bins with Lids. Larger bins with wheels are very handy and easy to move around.

Divide Your Stuff into Dorm Zones and place the stuff in the right bin BEFORE leaving the house. * The Cleaning Stuff bin * The Closet Drawer bin

* The Cooking Stuff bin * Bathroom Supplies bin * Desk Supplies bin

Label Bins the Zone Name

Check the University website for updated Move-in Day Information.

Get a Security box and security cables for valuables. Hide these items in a bin for Move-in Day.

Gather Hanging Clothes. Turn the kitchen bag over the clothes. Cut a hole for the hangers and tie the top of the bag.

Have all Your Decorating Items in One Bag or Box.

Use rental services for FRIDGES AND MICROWAVES. Buy Bedding packages FROM THE THIRD PARTY & have them delivered to the dorm.

I hope helps you and your child make the transition to college a smooth one.

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