Checklist: Planning for and Moving into the Residence Halls

Use the following checklist to prepare to move in to the residence halls. Be sure to read the entire checklist: some items should be considered quickly, others in the days before moving.

Planning for the Move

  • Check your UC Davis email (check it daily)
  • Decide what to bring
    • Remove packaging at home to reduce the waste you'll have to manage and save time while unpacking
    • Pack items in reusable containers or bags; this will reduce waste, and can be used to store seasonal or infrequently used items, or as packing containers when you move out at the end of the year
    • Residents are strongly encouraged to connect with their roommates (if applicable) prior to Moove-In to avoid duplicating common household items such as appliances and cleaning supplies
  • Refer to the following Calendars for holidays, closures, and deadlines
  • Each room includes a MicroFridge so you do not need to bring one; please be sure to coordinate any refrigerated and frozen food purchases with your roommate(s) beforehand
  • NOTE: please cancel your contract if you no longer plan to live in the residence halls

Get Your Housing Assignment

  • Log into the myHousing Portal to view your Housing Assignment
  • Schedule and confirm your Moove-In Appointment in the myHousing Portal
  • Refer to the Moove-In map for your residence hall to learn how to get here, and where to park your vehicle to unload

Know the Policies and Expectations

  • Access your Contract any time through the myHousing Portal
  • Access additional documents, including the fee schedule, payment coupons and calendar from the Residence Halls tab on the Contracts and Forms webpage

Preparing Your Computer

Biking on Campus

Paying Your Fees

Meal Plans

After Moving In

Fall Quarter Moove-In Only

  • Attend Welcome Week activities in the residence hall areas and on campus
  • Attend Fall Welcome events during fall quarter
  • To learn more, visit the Fall Welcome website and view the calendar events details

You Belong Here

Student Affairs programs and services are open to all, consistent with state and federal law as well as the University of California’s nondiscrimination policies. Every initiative—whether a student service or community event—is designed to be accessible, inclusive and respectful of all identities. To learn more, visit UC Nondiscrimination Statement or Nondiscrimination Policy Statement for University of California Publications Regarding Student-Related Matters.