Moving In & Out

Review your housing and meal plan information in MyHousing Self-Service.

If you have any questions or concerns, don't hesitate to contact us at buhouse@commonwealthu.edu.

• If you have a dolly or hand truck/cart it is a good idea to bring it. The University provides carts for residents to use for move in, but they are limited in number.
• Check in during your assigned day/time. Residence Life has created a specific schedule for each hall to minimize the number of residents checking in at one time.
• Vehicles will be directed to an unloading area near your residence. As soon as the vehicle is unloaded, you will be asked to move it to a designated location. It is imperative to move your vehicle so other residents can unpack. Apartment residents may park in the lots by your apartment.
• Jessica Kozloff Apartments residents, please be aware that the apartment buildings do not have elevators.

What sheet size should I purchase?

• A regular twin sheet set will fit over all of the mattresses on campus. Some halls do have long mattresses, but normal twin sheets will work. If you would like to add a thicker mattress pad or egg crate pad you might want to consider purchasing an extra-long sheet set.

How do I get a MicroFridge?

• All lower campus residence hall rooms include a University provided MicroFridge. Students are not permitted to bring their own personal refrigerator when living in a residence hall.
• Students living in apartment complexes may still have a personal refrigerator or MicroFridge if they so choose.

May I move in early?

• Students are not permitted to move in before Friday, January 19.

Can I get a parking permit?

• Parking permit information can be found on the University Police website

When exiting Route 220, please use the Lock Haven exit, not the Mill Hall exit. The Lock Haven exit will place you in a better position to drive to the central check-in location. Once off the Lock Haven exit, follow signs for Water Street. This will bring you right to campus.

Central Check-In Location

• When you arrive on campus, follow the signs to the Parsons Union Building (PUB) parking lot and the University Store.
• Park your vehicle(s) and proceed towards the University Store entrance, where you will be checked into our housing software system, sign your Room Condition Report, receive your 30-minute unloading pass, and get your room and mailbox keys.

Vehicle Queue

• After receiving your keys, return to your vehicle and follow the signs to the vehicle queue.
• Pull your vehicle into the line designated for your residence hall to await your turn.
• You will be directed to drive to your residence hall as soon as a space becomes available in your residence hall's unloading zone.

Unloading Your Vehicle

• Drive to your residence hall’s designated unloading zone.
• If you have more than one vehicle to unload, please drive only one vehicle to your residence hall at a time. Once you’ve finished unloading the first vehicle, you may park it back in the PUB parking lot and drive the second vehicle to your residence hall’s designated unloading zone.
• Quickly unload your belongings from your vehicle onto the sidewalk. Plan to unload your belongings and move them to your room during your allotted parking time to help prevent traffic congestion.
• One person should always stay with your vehicle until it is fully unloaded and moved to the proper parking location.
• When your allotted unloading time is up, please move your vehicle to the designated parking lots.

• Expect traffic on move-in days and plan accordingly. University Police will be directing traffic to designated parking locations for the day. Shuttles will bring drivers back to the residence halls.
• Resident Assistants and volunteers will provide directions and assistance while you move in. You're welcome to bring family or friends to assist you. At this time, there is no limit to the number of helpers you may bring.
• University carts and bins will be available to help you move your belongings. These are distributed on a first-come, first-serve basis. You may be required to leave a valid means of identification, like a driver's license or student ID, to borrow a cart. Carts must be returned to the location you received them.
• Move-In happens rain or shine. If it looks like rain, consider weather proofing items with trash bags and/or using plastic containers. It's a certainty that belongings will be exposed to the elements for a short period of time.
• Wear comfortable clothing and shoes.
• Don't forget to drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated.
• Please take all trash to the dumpsters located at your residence hall. Recycle cardboard, plastic bottles, cans, and newspaper in the proper receptacles.

What is a Resident Assistant (RA)?

• A Resident Assistant (RA) is a full-time student leader who lives on campus, helping to guide the residents' experience within their building and the housing community. Your RA is responsible for the following:
  • Making sure the housing community is safe and inclusive.
  • Creating fun events for residents.
  • Helping residents meet new people and learn new things.
  • Directing residents to campus resources.
• Talk to your RA if you:
  • Have a question.
  • Are interested in getting more involved.
  • Have a personal/academic/housing-related concern.
  • Just need someone to listen to you.
  • Want to get to know a fantastic peer.

What is a Hall Director?

• A full-time professional staff member who lives on campus to help make the campus living experience engaging, educational, and inclusive. Your Hall Director is responsible for the following:
  • Supervising the RA and front desk staff.
  • Adjudicating residence hall conduct violations.
  • Advising Residence Hall Council.
  • Helping residents with personal/academic/housing-related concerns.
• Talk to your Hall Director if you:
  • Need help understanding housing or campus policies.
  • Are looking for new ways to get involved.
  • Have concerns that your RA cannot address or that you do not want to share with your RA.
  • Want to make a new friend who is pretty chill and gives excellent advice.

Can I remove university furniture / items from my room?

• All furniture, including bunkbed ladders and safety rails, must always remain in the room/suite/apartment.

How do I access WiFi in my room?

• Housing and Residence Life partners with Apogee, an advanced ResNet service provider, to supply internet services for students living on campus. Both wired (Ethernet) and wireless services are available. Students can create their MyResNet account and add their devices before arriving on campus. Visit the Housing at Lock Haven page for more information.

What is my mailing address?

• When you get a letter, postcard, or note from home, it's delivered to your mailbox in your residence hall lobby. See the official mailing address for any on-campus student in the Safety and Services section of the Housing at Lock Haven webpage.

Something is broken in my room. What should I do?

• If something in your room/suite/apartment needs fixing, please get in touch with your RA or Hall Director to let us know. We'll look at the problem and request a repair through LHU Facilities as needed.

I locked myself out of my room. How do I get back in?

• Head to your Hall Director’s office (typically in or close to the first-floor lobby) during the workday, or find an RA for assistance. If you're locked out at night between 6:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m., please get in touch with the RA on Duty. Their phone number and room number will be posted at the front desk.

Where can I find the house for the on-campus dining options or what's being served?

• Campus Dish has all of the information you're looking for. Click on a location to view the hours and current menu items. You can even sort by food allergens to know which options are perfect for you.

Where can I do my Laundry?

• Washers and dryers are available in every residence hall 24 hours a day. In Fairview Suites, the laundry room is located on the first floor near the kitchen. Smith Hall's laundry room is on the ground floor (below the first floor). In Campus Village, the laundry room is located in the adjacent lobby. Halls are not equipped with change machines, so plan to have quarters or pay electronically using Haven Dollars you preload onto your student ID.

Can I bring my bike?

• Yes, we encourage you to bring a bike! You can lock your bike to the bike racks located at your residence hall or on one of the bike racks located throughout campus.

I have more questions, whom should I contact?

• You can contact your assigned Hall Director or the central Housing and Residence Life office directly. Visit the Housing and Residence Life Staff page to look up your Hall Director's name, email address, and phone number.

• Welcome Packet
• Guide to Campus Living at Mansfield