2023 Freshman Move-In Day – Saturday, August 19, 2023

We are so excited you will be moving to campus very soon! Freshmen will move in on Saturday, August 19, 2023. Review the steps below to prepare for your Move-In Day!

What to Expect on Move-In Day

STEP 1: Determine your move-in slot.

The assisted move-in process for freshmen only will take place on Saturday, August 19. There is no need to register or sign up for this process. Your move-in time will depend on the residence hall to which you are assigned. Please be sure to take note of the designated color of your residence hall for the traffic maps below.

Please note that residents of Farris Hall will move onto campus on Friday, August 18 from 8:00-9:30 a.m.

You can find your residence hall on myUCA then select the My Housing tile.

STEP 2: Locate your hall’s assigned entrance and traffic flow on the campus map.

Your entrance into UCA’s campus will be the smoothest if you locate the entrance and follow the traffic flow identified for your residence hall. It is very important you do not use mobile mapping services to guide you to your residence hall as they do not account for the specific traffic flow established for Move-In Day. Instead, use the printable maps provided or the GoogleMap pins below.

If you have multiple vehicles, make sure each car knows your hall name and room number. Click each map to enlarge, save or print. If you have individuals attending with you who will NOT have any items to unload, they should park and meet you at your residence hall rather than going through the traffic routes on the map.

Morning Shift: 8:00 am – 12:00 pm

Afternoon Shift: 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Conway Hall Traffic Map

State Hall Traffic Map

Bernard Hall Traffic Map

Carmichael Hall Traffic Map

Arkansas Hall Traffic Map

Hughes Hall Traffic Map

Bear Hall Traffic Map

Baridon Hall Traffic Map

Click here to view a Google map of the Move-In Day campus entrance for Conway Hall, State Hall, Hughes Hall, Bear Hall, and Arkansas Hall.

Click here to view a Google map of the Move-In Day campus entrance for Baridon Hall, Carmichael Hall, and Bernard Hall.

STEP 3: Place your colored hang tag on your vehicle’s rearview mirror.

You will receive a colored hang tag in the mail the second week of August. This will help us identify which residence hall you are in line for when approaching campus. Put this hang tag on the leading vehicle’s rearview mirror. If you don’t receive a hang tag, lose it, or need an additional hang tag, we recommend putting a piece of colored construction paper matching your residence hall’s designated color on the dashboard of your vehicle. As long as you follow the map, you will get to where you need to go with the help of our volunteers!

STEP 4: Pack wisely.

All of your belongings should be boxed/bagged and tagged. Please make every effort to organize your belongings in boxes, plastic bins, or trash bags and label them with your name, residence hall name, and room number. This helps our volunteers make quick work of getting items to your room. Also make sure to review this suggested packing list that includes items you should not bring to your residence hall room.

STEP 5: Pull up and we will unload!

You may have to wait in line, but we will get to you! The goal is to get you in your room as fast and easy as possible. That’s why we will do all the moving for you! When you arrive at the residence hall, we will unload all your belongings. You will receive a packet of information from Housing & Residence Life and your room key. It is very important that you DO NOT LEAVE YOUR VEHICLE UNATTENDED, even if just for a moment. We want to unload your vehicle as quickly as possible so that you can park and come back to find all of your belongings already in your room.

Frequently Asked Questions

What can I expect on Freshman Move-In Day?

Campus will be very busy! Please be patient as we work to help every freshman moving onto campus. The experience will be smoothest for you if you arrive during your designated time frame and follow the traffic flow path for your hall. The good thing is - we will do all the work for you! Once you arrive at your hall, volunteers will unload your car and bring your belongings to your room. You will then immediately move your car to a parking spot, check in with Housing, and then head to your room where your belongings will be waiting for you!

What if I can’t come during the time frame for my hall?

That is okay! If you cannot come during the designated slot for your hall, you won’t be able to move in on Saturday, August 19 between 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. You can move in after 5:00 pm on August 19 or between Sunday, August 20 - Thursday, August 24 by calling the RA number posted at the front of the hall. As long as you check in by 5:00 pm on Thursday, August 24 your room assignment will still be reserved for you. Please know that volunteers will only be available to help you move in on Saturday, August 19 during the designated slot for your hall.

What should I pack for my residence hall?

We recommend packing the following items:

Clothing & Hangers
Toiletries & Shower Basket
Flip Flops for the Shower
Bath Towels & Washcloths
Standard Twin Sheets
Pillow, Pillow Case, & Blanket
Desk Organizer, Tape, Ruler, Desk Lamp (Not Halogen) & Stapler
School Supplies & Bag
Computer, optional (wireless routers and printers are not allowed)
Broom & Mop
Cleaning Supplies & Air Freshener
Trash Can & Trash Bags
Laundry Basket & Soap
Rain Coat & Umbrella
Can opener, Plates, & Utensils
First Aid Kit & Sewing Kit
Alarm Clock & Camera
Pictures, Posters, & Decorative Items

I’d prefer to move in my belongings without help from the volunteers. Is that possible?

You can also move in independently after 5:00 pm on Saturday, August 19 or between Sunday, August 20 - Thursday, August 24 by calling the RA number posted at the front of the hall. As long as you check in to your hall by 5:00 pm on Thursday, August 24 your room assignment will still be reserved for you.

If I leave and come back, will I be able to unload things at the front door of my hall?

Please make note of the Freshman Move-In Day maps and time frames if you leave campus on Freshman Move-In Day. The traffic flow changes between the shifts (between 12:00-1:00 pm) and depending on the time, you may not be able to make it back to the front door of your hall until after 5:00 pm on Move-In Day.

What do I do with this hang tag once I’ve moved in?

Throw it away! Or maybe you want it as a keepsake? This hang tag does not serve as your parking permit and its only purpose is during Freshman Move-In Day. Your yearly parking permit may be picked up at the University Police Department after you move in; just make sure to your BearCard Mobile set up.

Is there a limit to the number of people who can come with me on Freshman Move-In Day?

There is currently not a limit to the number of guests per student, but please be mindful that there is limited space in your room and you also will have a roommate moving in on the same day. Things are busy, but it wouldn't be Move-In Day if it wasn't busy! If you have individuals attending with you who will NOT have any items to unload from their car, they should park and meet you at their hall rather than going through the traffic routes on the map.

Will offices be open on Freshman Move-In Day?

Yes! Several offices will be open on Freshman Move-In Day to help you while family members on are campus with you. Financial Aid (Harrin Hall, Suite 200) and Student Accounts (Bernard Hall, Suite 110) will be open 10:00 am-3:00 pm. Housing & Residence Life (Bernard Hall, Suite 201) will be open from 9:00 am-4:00 pm. The BearCard Office (Student Center, Suite 104) will be open 11 am-6pm. All campus offices will be back open for the week on Monday at 8:00 am.

Will volunteers help move out at the end of the year?

Unfortunately not. Our volunteers only help on Freshman Move-In Day each fall semester. During move out, students are moving out over several days which does not make a coordinated volunteer effort feasible.

Freshman Move-In Day