Move-In Information and Important Dates

Fall 2021 Move-In Overview

The Student Living and College Engagement Staff is very excited you've chosen to live on campus!

Before you show up for move-in day, be sure to read through this important information.

The Student Living and College Engagement Staff is very excited you've chosen to live on campus! Before you show up for move-in day, be sure to read through this important information.

New-Student Move-In Day is Tuesday, August 24, 2021 from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm

You will begin move-in at Parking Lot B. Please enter campus via the Burrstone Road Entrance for easy access. (There will be directional signs and Campus Safety officers directing you throughout campus.)

Move-In Checklist

We are finalizing all items on the move-in checklist but some things to focus on now are:

Please contact the Center for Student Success to ensure that you are all set with your financial aid package. You can contact them at (315) 792-3179. Their business hours are 8:30 am - 4:30 pm.
Complete your Student Health Insurance waiver or enrollment online via the Health Center.
Submit your health form with immunization records to the Student Health Center. Please note that this includes proof of your COVID Vaccine.
Have your final high school transcript submitted to the Office of Admissions.
Please visibly label all your items with the following information: FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, RESIDENCE HALL & ROOM NUMBER

Utica College Campus Map

The Student Living and College Engagement Staff is very excited you've chosen to live on campus! Before you show up for move-in day, be sure to read through this important information.

Transfer students with 18 or fewer credits are strongly encouraged to move in on Tuesday, August 24, 2021 from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm to attend New Student Orientation as a member of the transfer student orientation group.

Transfer students with 19 or more credits may move in on Tuesday, August 24, 2021 from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm or Sunday, August 29, 2021 from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm.

Those wishing to move in on Tuesday, August 24, 2021 to get acclimated to the campus and to attend orientation as a member of the transfer student orientation group may do so. If you are interested in doing this, please contact us at slce@utica.edu by August 16, 2021.

Move-In Checklist

We are finalizing all items on the move-in checklist but some things to focus on now are:

Please contact the Center for Student Success to ensure that you are all set with your financial aid package. You can contact them at (315) 792-3179. Their business hours are 8:30 am - 4:30 pm.
Complete your Student Health Insurance waiver or enrollment online via the Health Center.
Submit your health form with immunization records to the Student Health Center. Please note that this includes proof of your COVID Vaccine.
Have your final high school transcript submitted to the Office of Admissions.
Please visibly label all your items with the following information: FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, RESIDENCE HALL & ROOM NUMBER

Utica College Campus Map

The Student Living and College Engagement Staff is very excited to welcome you back to campus! Before you show up for move-in day, be sure to read through this important information.

Returning Student Move-In Day is Sunday, August 29, 2021 from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm

Move-In Checklist

We are finalizing all items on the move-in checklist but some things to focus on now are:

Please contact the Center for Student Success to ensure that you are all set with your financial aid package. You can contact them at (315) 792-3179. Their business hours are 8:30 am - 4:30 pm.
Complete your Student Health Insurance waiver or enrollment online via the Health Center.
Submit your COVID Vaccine information to the Health Portal.
Please visibly label all your items with the following information: FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, RESIDENCE HALL & ROOM NUMBER

Utica College Campus Map

The Office of Student Living and College Engagement provides students and families with some information on local restaurants, hotels, pharmacies, and shopping centers. These lists are not all-inclusive but are a great starting point for you to review.

Hotels and Restaurants

Local Pharmacies

Shopping Directions

Packing Guide

The following is a guide of what students should and should not have in their residence hall rooms. You should spend some time thinking about what to bring but remember...you do not have to bring every item listed. Make sure you reach out and talk with your roommate(s) so you can plan what to bring together.

Clothing

No matter how many forecasts you watch, there is no way you can predict the weather in Central New York. The walk from the residence halls to the classrooms will seem much longer if you are not dressed for the weather. Be sure to pack for all conditions. Snow is inevitable here in Utica, so be prepared.

There are also many functions where 'dressy' attire will be needed as well. You may need to "spiff up" for formal gatherings and group functions, so be sure to bring clothes for special occasions.

Room Décor

All residential rooms are an "eggshell" color so your room has a lot of potential. Beds, desks, bureaus, curtains, and a ceiling light are provided for your convenience. You may want to bring desk lamps, a spare lamp, a carpet or throw rugs, plants, and posters or pictures, which can brighten the room and make it more comfortable.

PLEASE NOTE:

Bell Hall, Boehlert Hall, Pioneer Village, and Tower Hall are air-conditioned.
You are responsible for all items left in your room during the academic year. You are not allowed to leave items in your room during the summer break. Be sure to check your parents' homeowners' insurance policy for details regarding coverage for your belongings.

Utica College Residence Hall Suggested Packing List

Clothing

Clothing for all seasons
Outerwear for all seasons
Shoes for all seasons
Umbrella / Rain Jacket

Bed and Bath

Twin XL (80") sheets
Comforter / Blanket
Mattress Pad
Pillows and Pillow Cases
Towels and Washcloths
Shower Shoes / Flip Flops
Shower Caddy
Area Rug
Clothes Hangers
Full-Length Mirror
Microwave (700 watt is recommended)
Refrigerator (3 cubic feet or smaller)
Trash Bags
Approved Room Decor

Laundry / Cleaning Supplies

Detergent
Fabric Softener
Dryer Sheets
Drying Rack
Iron (automatic shut-off)
Ironing Board
Laundry Bag / Basket
Cleaning Supplies
Broom & Dust Pan

Health Supplies

First Aid Kit
Face Masks
Hand Sanitizer
Thermometer

Personal Hygiene Products / Toiletries

Shampoo / Conditioner
Soap
Toothbrush / Toothpaste
Shaving Accessories
Hair Products / Hair Dryer
Prescription Medications
Makeup / Moisturizers

Identification / Money

ATM Card
Credit Card
Driver's License
Insurance Cards
Passport / Visa
Lock Box

Electronics

Cell Phone & Charger
Computer / Laptop & Accessories
Ethernet Cable (wifi is provided)
Gaming System
Surge Protectors (UL Approved)
Printer & Ink Cartridges
Computer Paper
Television & Remote
TV Coaxial Cable (6-10 feet)

Miscellaneous

Backpack
School Supplies
3M Command Strips
Calendar
Dry Erase Board
Flashlight
Plastic Storage Container for Food
Dishware / Silverware
Fan

PDF VERSION OF PACKING LIST

**Please see our Prohibited Items List below to know what items must be left at home.

Prohibited Items

Any item hanging from the ceiling
Hot plates, heating coils, electric frying pans, space heaters, broilers, griddles, rice cookers, toasters, toaster ovens, and other open-coil cooking appliances. This list is not all-inclusive Please inquire with the Area Coordinator before bringing any appliances.
Incense and incense burners.
Halogen lamps/Heat Lamps
Candles, and other open-flame items
Fireworks or other explosives.
Gasoline, kerosene, or other flammable liquids.
Tapestries, curtain, jerseys, or any other fabrics hung on the walls without expressed approval from the Area Coordinator based on completion of registration of said item.
Smoking paraphernalia including but not limited to hookahs, bongs, pipes, etc.
Extension cords.
Multi-plug and cube adaptors.
Power strips must be surge protected and cannot be plugged into one another (piggybacking).

Additional Policies:

String lights are allowed but can only total 1 strand per room and must be plugged in directly to an
outlet and must not have anything else plugged into them.
Nothing may be hung from the ceiling nor the fire equipment.
Wall or door décor must not exceed 50% of the surface area.
Doors cannot be entirely wrapped in wrapping paper or paper products.
Residents may not hang their own curtains or other materials over windows.
There must be nothing hung within 18 inches of the ceiling.
Storage shall be maintained 2 feet or more below the ceiling.
Nothing can impede the flow of the sprinklers should they need to activate (leave a 24 inch space
around all sprinklers).
Microwaves and coffee pots with an automatic shutoff are allowed.
Items may not be placed on the vent of the heater.
Residents must report any electrical occurrences within the room immediately to campus safety
(including, but not limited to, sparking outlet, smoking outlets, power surges).
Residents must not tamper with or cover smoke detectors, sprinklers, or fire extinguishers.
All buildings are non-smoking, including e-cigarettes, vaporizers, or other electronic smoking devices.
Personal items should not be blocking the doorway, the hallway, or the exit path of any room.
All individuals must exit the building immediately in the event of a fire alarm sounding.
No excessive accumulations of trash, rubbish, or combustible waste materials shall be allowed.
Cinder blocks are not allowed in the residence halls.
Air conditioning and/or heating units are not allowed in the residence halls.
Wi-Fi routers and Wi-Fi printers are not allowed in the residence halls.

PDF Prohibited Items List

Alumni Hall and Pioneer Village have exceptions to the fire safety policies listed above. Please see the sections below for specific information that applies to these residence halls only.

Alumni Hall:

All policies listed on the page above and the page below are in effect for Alumni Hall with the exceptions listed below:
All cooking must be done in the kitchen area.
All appliances must be plugged directly into the wall outlet.
All appliances must be UL or ETL rated with an automatic shut-off.
Students are permitted to have a total of 4 table-top appliances (small electrical appliances that must be plugged into an electrical outlet to work - blender, toaster, crockpot, electric griddle, etc.). Staff members reserve the right to remove any appliances that are deemed a health and safety concern.

Pioneer Village:

All policies listed on the page above and the page below are in effect for Pioneer Village with the exceptions listed below:
All cooking must be done in the kitchen area.
There should be 6 inches of cleared space on either side of the stove top.
The stove top and oven are to be used for cooking food only. They are not to be used to heat an apartment under any circumstances.
If there are any issues with the apartment heating or air conditioning system, a work order should be submitted to the Area Coordinator.
All appliances must be plugged directly into the wall outlet.
All appliances must be UL or ETL rated with an automatic shut-off.
Students are permitted to have a total of 4 table-top appliances (small electrical appliances that must be plugged into an electrical outlet to work - blender, toaster, crockpot, electric griddle, etc.). Staff members reserve the right to remove any appliances that are deemed a health and safety concern.

Questions about the residence hall fire safety policies? Please speak to your Area Coordinator or Marissa Finch (Director of Student Living).

Thinking about bringing a tapestry? Here is all you need to know in order for your tapestry and/or cloth decorations to be approved:

**Please note: in order for your items to be approved to be hung you agree to take part in this voluntary process and the college does not hold any responsibility for what happens to your items due to the fire retardant spray. We encourage you to ask us to read the bottle prior to agreeing to have your items sprayed.

Your item must be sprayed with fire protectant spray. Your Area Coordinator (AC) has spray and will work with you to properly spray your item.
Your tapestry must abide by all other fire codes such as location on the wall. This information will be given to you during your first floor meeting.
You will need to email your Area Coordinator to setup a time to have your items registered. The registration process must be done by Friday, September 10, 2021 at 10 a.m. or your tapestry may not be approved or allowed.

To register your items or if you have any questions about prohibited items or tapestries, please contact:

North, South & Boehlert Halls - Katie Peltz (krpeltz@utica.edu)
Pioneer Village - Marissa Finch (mmfinch@utica.edu)
Bell, Tower, & Alumni Halls - Jen Cooper (jcooper1@utica.edu)

PDF VERSION

Utica College Office of Student Living & College Engagement Residence Hall Fire Safety Policies

Lighting

Halogen lamps are prohibited
All lamps must be equipped with proper lamp shades and light bulbs with the appropriate wattage for the fixture
String lights of no more than 1 strand are allowed. However, if multiple strands are plugged in together or other items are plugged into the lights, it is considered the same as an extension cord and is therefore prohibited

Extension Cords, Surge Protectors, etc.

Extension cords are prohibited
Multi-plug and cube adaptors are prohibited
Power strips must be surge protected and cannot be plugged into one another (piggybacking)

Tapestries and Posters

Hanging fabrics require application of fire retardant by an Area Coordinator
No draperies, tapestries, or any other decorative materials should hang from ceilings
Doors and walls should not have more than 50% of the wall or door area covered with combustible decorative material such as posters, pictures, fabrics
Doors cannot be wrapped entirely with wrapping paper

Open Flames/Appliances

Candles, incense, and similar open flame-producing items are not allowed in campus residence halls
Smoking is prohibited in the residence halls
Cooking or cooking appliances are prohibited in residence hall rooms and common areas. Some examples are hot plates, toasters, toaster ovens, rice cookers and grills

Trash & Storage

No excessive accumulations of trash, rubbish or combustible waste materials shall be allowed
Storage shall be maintained 2 feet or more below the ceiling

Exit Routes

Personal items should not be blocking the doorway of room
Personal items (trash, shoes etc.) or furnishings should not be stored in corridors or any exit path
Doors should be able to open easily and fully with no obstructions

Fire/Sprinkler System

It is prohibited for anyone to tamper with, remove, or disturb any fire protection system or component.
Nothing is to be hung from a sprinkler pipe, head, or protective cage including clothes hangers, towels, wires, plants, air fresheners, etc.