gw 101 move-in 101
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GW 101 MOVE-IN 101. Move-In 101. Foggy Bottom Halls: Lafayette, Madison, Potomac, & Thurston Halls. Before Move-In. Housing assignments were released June 6, 2014 Once students received their assignments, they should Contact their roommates Find out what is already in the room - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
GW 101
MOVE-IN 101
Move-In 101Foggy Bottom Halls:Lafayette, Madison, Potomac, & Thurston Halls
• Housing assignments were released June 6, 2014
• Once students received their assignments, they should– Contact their roommates– Find out what is already in the room– Think about what to bring and When and How to Ship– Review the list of Prohibited Items and the RCCGs– Find out about check-in locations and times– Check GW Campus Advisories
Before Move-In
Move-In 101http://living.gwu.edu
Final Considerations Before Leaving Home
• Consider purchasing renter’s insurance• Have your GWorld card handy• Consider buying books and supplies online• Have the “Living on your Own” conversation with
your student• Your student must complete self check-in prior to
arrival
Before Move-In
Move-In 101http://living.gwu.edu
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Move-In Day*Saturday August 23
What to Expect• A GW Welcome!• A DC Weekend• Check-in Hubs vs. GWorld Tap
Access• Availability of Shipped Items• Room Pre-inspection &
Inventory• Green Move-In
How to Plan• Logistics of Unloading• Comfortable Clothing• Helpful Items• Prepare for the Weather• Know Where You’re Going
*Pre-approved students participating in University-sponsored co-curricular programs can expect a similar move-in experience.
Move-In 101https://living.gwu.edu
What to Really Expecthttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0zhrmtonPG8
Move-In 101http://living.gwu.edu
• “FIXit” Maintenance and Repairs• Lock-Outs and the Key Depot• Room Condition Reports• Make the most of the Residential Life Experience
Visit the University Services Fair or other CI Sessions for more information about Residential Life Services
After Move-In
Move-In 101http://living.gwu.edu
1. Prepare for city living2. Label all packages and bags & never
leave belongings unattended3. Obey all DC Parking & Traffic signs4. Bring a hand truck if you have one5. Know Your Plan6. Make Move-In a Team Effort7. Don’t Forget Your Patience
Move-In Tips
Move-In 101http://living.gwu.edu
