First Things First
Move in is just around the corner and here’s what you should know! Please double check the dates and times for your check-in based on your student status. We’ve included it below for your convenience (It’s also on our website!)
All residents should inquire with their insurance company about renter’s insurance options. This is a “just in case” precaution that is a smart move in ensuring that you’re covered in the event of an accident.
For those of you driving in on move in day, pull up to your hall and unload. There will be security officers there to point you in the right direction and show you where you can park once your vehicle has been unloaded. We will also have a number of staff members to point you in the right direction once you arrive.
Get in touch with your roommates and suitemates to see what everyone is going to be bringing. No use in duplicating items when you can share. And let’s be honest, moving a lot of “stuff” is no fun! All residence halls have a number of hand trucks that you’ll be able to check out to use once you arrive, however there could possibly be a wait for one of them so it’s a good idea to bring one along if you have it!
Suggested Things to bring:
- Alarm clock
- Bed linens and pillow (all mattresses are traditional long twin)
- Towel and bath supplies, Basket to carry toiletries
- Laundry bag and soap
- Cooking supplies (If assigned to room/suite with kitchen)
- Cleaning supplies
- Trash can
- Hangers
- Ethernet cable to connect to the internet
- Desk Lamp (non-halogen)
- UL-listed power strips
- Small microwave and/or small fridge (if assigned to 13th Street only)
- Parsons students should bring a plastic tarp to protect desks, tables and floors when working on art projects
Please DO NOT BRING:
- Hot plates, or George Foreman grills
- Candles
- Halogen lamps
- Drafting tables or easels that may be too large for your room
You’ll have your own mailbox in your hall, but we are not able to accept any mail or packages prior to your scheduled check-in date and time. Please note that many package carriers (ex. UPS) will allow you to ask that your packages be held and delivered on a specific date. Many items can be purchased upon arrival. You are encouraged to pack lightly and bring only the essentials.
Please remember that all residence halls are smoke free and that no pets / animals of any kind are allowed in the residence halls.
Once you get here…
You will have roommates or suitemates so consider them when making decision about the set up of your room/suite. Of course, each of you will have a desk, dresser, bed and wardrobe to yourself however it’s good to communicate about the set up of your space so that you start off on the right foot!
Talk to your RA. If they don’t get you first, seek them out! They’re here to help and want to make sure you have all the info you need to start off the year right. They will be holding a meeting and lots of fun events the first few weeks and throughout the year so you’ll definitely be seeing a lot of them.
Go to your orientation sessions. There is no better way to prepare yourself for the year than to learn as much as possible before you have the business of class to tend to… not to mention, there is a whole city waiting for you as well!
Check In Dates and Times
Upon your arrival please check in at the following residence hall location and time.
First-Time Freshmen and Freshmen Transfers:
Thursday, August 20: Students whose last name begins with A – G (8 a.m. – 12 p.m.)
Thursday, August 20: Students whose last name begins with H – M (12 - 4 p.m.)
Friday, August 21: Students whose last name begin with N – T (8 a.m. – 12 p.m.)
Friday, August 21: Students whose last name begin with U – Z (12 – 4 p.m.)
New Transfers, AAS and Graduate Students:
Sunday, August 23: Students assigned to William Street, Loeb and 20th Street residences (8 a.m. – 4 p.m.)
Continuing Students:
Sunday, August 30: Students assigned to William Street, Loeb, 20th and 23rd Street residences (8 a.m. – 4 p.m.)
** To avoid long lines and waiting, please adhere to the dates and time listed above as this will help to make the check-in process run as smoothly as possible.
Have an unanswered question? Please refer to our website at http://www.newschool.edu/studentaffairs/housing or email us at MyHome@newschool.edu.
See you soon!
No hot plates allowed? If the Williams St. Residence doesn't provide us with a dining hall or a proper stove, only microwave and convection ovens, then how are we expected to put together a proper meal for ourselves? If I can't cook a fried egg, then as far as I'm concerned I can't cook, it's as simple as that.
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