Move-In Weekend
When is Move-In Weekend?
We are excited to soon welcome you to campus!
Fall semester first-year and/or transfer students: Move-in will be held Saturday, August 12th between 10:00 am and 5:00 pm. There is no need to make an appointment.
First Year/Transfer Students can check in at the following buildings:
- McCraray, Culberston & Still Halls - Check in at Still Hall Lobby
- Henson, Asbury, Thompson & Martha Randolph Halls - Check in at Henson Hall Lobby
Fall semester returning students and transfers with more than 30 hours: Move-in will be held Sunday, August 13 and Monday, August 14 between 10:00 am and 5:00 pm. There is no need to make an appointment.
Returning Students can check in at the following buildings:
- McCraray, Culberston & Still Halls - Check in at Still Hall Lobby
- Henson, Asbury, Thompson & Martha Randolph Halls - Check in at Henson Hall Lobby
If you have any additional questions, please email wisehousing@uvawise.edu.
What should I bring?
Consult the Guide to Campus Living and the Housing Agreement for policies and procedures, as well as approved and prohibited items, room dimensions, etc. See the additional suggestions noted below.
Basic Necessities
Consider packing the following...be sure to check with your roommate to avoid duplicating what you bring.
- Seasonally appropriate clothing
- Sheets (twin, long)
- Raincoat or umbrella
- Clothes hangers
- Toiletries
- Blanket and pillow
- Cleaning supplies
- Storage containers
- Laptop or tablet
Allowed Appliances
- Refrigerator (may not exceed 4 cubic feet)
- Microwave (may not exceed 800 watts)
- Power strip with reset button (no extension cords)
- Coffee pot
- Iron
- Lamp
- Floor fan
- Vacuum cleaner
- Electric razor
- Television
- Crockpot
- Hair dryer
- Toaster
Where can I park?
Follow the directions of Campus Police when you arrive for Move-In Day. Students and families should unload belongings and then move vehicles to the appropriate parking areas at Greear Gymnasium (for visitors) or the designated lots (for students).
What else can I do while I'm in Wise?
Find great places to eat, shop, stay, and explore during your time at Wise.