Move-Out: Plan, Pack and Place
TO-DO

  1. Continue to utilize the move-out webpage to make sure you're prepared for closing to avoid any potential fines.
  2. Non-seniors should plan to depart campus by no later than 2 P.M. on Sunday, May 8 unless otherwise approved.
  3. Graduating seniors should plan to depart campus by 7 P.M. on Monday, May 16.
Good Afternoon -

This message serves as a second reminder of upcoming important dates and deadlines for the move-out process across campus. While keeping these high-level details in mind, make sure you're also closely reading messages from your community staff with any instructions specific to your check-out.

If you have questions, please feel free to contact your Community Staff (RA, GHD, CD) or our Office.
IMPORTANT DATES

  • May 8 - Buildings close at 2 PM for all residents other than those approved for Interim Housing, graduating seniors and those with official involvement in Commencement.
  • May 9- May 22 - Students in Interim Housing needing assistance should contact the Interim Housing RA On-Duty; this phone number will be posted at the front door and near the hall office.
  • May 9-13 - Students in other communities who need assistance during this week should contact University Police at 336-758-5591.
  • May 13-16 - Students needing assistance can contact RA On-Duty in their community.
  • May 16 - Buildings close for all remaining graduating seniors residents not approved for continued Interim Housing at 7 PM.
  • May 22 - Summer School Check-In from noon to 5 p.m.

If there is ever an emergency please call
University Police at 336-758-5911
INTERIM HOUSING

Those approved for Interim Housing are the only students other than graduating seniors who can stay in any university housing beyond May 8 at 2 P.M.

Interim housing is available ONLY for those remaining on-campus for summer school housing, for athletes in active competition, for those officially involved in commencement,
or for those with a sibling graduating. 

You must apply and be approved before checking in to Interim Housing. The 2022 Interim Housing Request is now available here.
  • There is a charge ($15 per night) for students staying in Interim Housing for purposes other than commencement.

  • You are not guaranteed Interim Housing until your request has been approved; instructions, including if you must move to complete your interim stay, will be included in this message.

  • Many students will need to relocate to Collins Hall for their Interim stay.

  • Requests are due by Monday, May 2 at 8:30 a.m
NOTE: Seniors will not be required to move-out until Monday the 16th, and do not need to fill out
an interim housing form.
PREPARING FOR MOVE-OUT

As you prepare to depart campus for the break, please be sure to give each of the 3 P’s (Plan, Pack, Place) your attention. Visit the move-out hub on our website for a full breakdown of each.
PLAN
…AHEAD SO YOU DON’T GET HELD UP ON YOUR MOVING DAY.
PACK
…ALL OF YOUR BELONGINGS FROM EVERYWHERE IN YOUR SPACE.
PLACE
…EVERYTHING WHERE IT BELONGS TO AVOID FINES.
CHECK-OUT PROCESS

Students are expected to check out within 24 hours after their last final exam.
Checkout times will be available during the following times:
  • From 9 AM to 9 PM daily from April 29 to May 7
  • From 9 AM to 12 PM on May 8

  • ALL students - regardless if you are doing an express checkout - must sign up for a checkout time BEFORE Thursday, April 28.
  • To sign-up please follow the instructions you will receive from your Community Director.


RL&H offers two types of checkouts:
EXPRESS

  • WHO: those in a double who are not the last person checking out.
  • WHAT: Move out, clean room, sign envelope, & place key(s) in envelope and drop at your Community Office.
  • NOTE: Students participating in Express Check-Out waive the right to appeal for fines/damages.
STANDARD

  • WHO: Any student; however all students in singles and the last person checking out of a double must.
  • WHAT: Move out, clean room, meet RA at scheduled time, walkthrough room with RA, return key to RA, & sign Check-Out Form.
After your check-out, your door will be locked and
you will not be able to return.

Please note that check-out may be withheld by staff due to conditions in individual rooms, sections of buildings, the community overall, etc.
Cleaning supplies will be available from your Community Office.

Depending on what community you live in, you may be asked to only complete an express or standard check-out. Look for future messages around scheduling your move-out to confirm.
Continued reminder emails with
community-specific information as closing approaches.

Those living in University-Sponsored Housing
[Deacon Station or any Crowne Property]
will receive specific instructions on check-out.
Again, if you have any questions, please contact your Community Staff or our Office. 

Thank you -

Zach Blackmon, Ph.D., MBA
Associate Director of Operations

Stephanie Carter, EdD
Director of Residence Life
Office of Residence Life and Housing | Wake Forest University
336-758-5185 | housing@wfu.edu | rlh.wfu.edu