Essentials for On-Campus Living

RESIDENCE LIFE and STUDENT HOUSING
Moving into the Residence Halls is a busy time of the year! Here are a few things to consider as you begin to think about MOVE-IN on the UNM Main Campus.

• Our Move-in dates are Aug 17, 2010 thru Aug 22, 2010, 8am to 6pm.
• All students will Check-in at their assigned hall. (Exception: Laguna/DeVargas residents will check-in at Santa Clara Hall).
• You must park first and then Check-in.
• Once your student has checked in and received their room keys. You are free to move-in!
• We have assembled 75 University individuals and groups to help with your move-in process.
• You can contact our Customer Service Center at (505) 277-2606

What should I bring?

• Bedding for an 80" extra-long twin bed (sheets, pillows, blankets)
• Towels, wash cloths, soap, shampoo, toothpaste
• Hangers, shoe rack, and shelf/drawer liners
• TV, CD player, radio, headphones
• Computer, printer cable, and perhaps a laptop lock
• Surge protected power strips
• Alarm clock, coffee maker
• Cell phone
• Pots & pans, dishes, cooking utensils, silverware and glasses
• Small cleaning equipment and supplies

* You can check out vacuum cleaners and brooms at your front desk

Optional Items

• Small refrigerators - no larger than hip-high. Microwaves must be less than 10amps, 800 watts, and no larger than 1.0 cubic feet for traditional halls and suites.
• Things to personalize your space: throw rugs, pillows, plants, posters
• Favorite snacks and drinks, from Ramen to Red Bull

What not to bring?
Our Residence Hall policies are intended to ensure a fun, but safe, environment. A few items are not permitted in the residence halls.

• Alcohol, alcohol containers (regardless of age)
• Illegal drugs
• Firearms, weapons, fireworks
• Gambling materials
• Incense, candles
• Beds, waterbeds
• Toasters (allowed in SRC & RVA apartments only)
• Pets (except fish in 10-gallon tanks or less)