Move-In Information
Fall Semester
New Freshman move-in begins August 12
Returning students move-in the weekend before classes begin on Monday, August 17.
Begin in the lobby of your residence hall. Times are staggered. Check your move-in e-mail for a link to schedule a specific date and time.
Move-in Information
Due to social distancing guidelines, move-in appointments will be strictly enforced. Please check your UNG email for the opportunity to sign up for a date/time for move-in. Only two cars are permitted per student, and only two guests will be permitted for each student.
UNG Nighthawks ID Card
Returning UNG students must bring their UNG Nighthawks ID card with them to check into the residence halls. New students may pick up their ID card at move-in provided they submit their Nighthawks ID photo online at least 3 days prior to their move-in date.
Changed Your Mind About Attending UNG?
Students who completed a housing contract with Residence Life and will not attend UNG should e-mail residencelife@ung.edu and attach a completed cancellation form as soon as possible.
Spring Semester
Move-In Information
New residents moving into the residence halls for spring semester should receive an e-mail from Residence Life that contains important room and roommate information. This e-mail also includes the day/time for move-in and the building into which you will be checking. Please note that students should not arrive before the assigned move-in time, as they will not be allowed to move-in early.
UNG Nighthawks ID Card
Students must bring their UNG Nighthawks ID card with them to check into the residence halls. Students will not have access to the dining hall without it.
Move-In Checklist
- Refer to the "Moving In" tab on individual residence hall pages.
What You'll Need
(based on double occupancy)
- 2 beds - Beds may be bunked, lofted, or left single (beds in Owen Hall cannot be lofted, beds in Patriot Hall cannot be bunked)
- 2 twin mattresses (standard twins in Lewis Hall 100, 300, and 400 floors as well as Donovan Hall A and C wings; extra long twins in Lewis Hall 200 floor, Donovan Hall B wing, Owen Hall, Patriot Hall, The Commons, and North Georgia Suites)
- 2 chests
- 2 desks
- 2 chairs
- 2 wardrobes or closets
- window with blinds
- Two data ports (only one data port per room in The Commons)
- Wi-Fi
This list provides suggestions from current residents. You do not have to bring all of this, and you may want to contact your roommate in advance and decide what the two of you can share. Remember, there is limited space in the rooms.
Academic Materials
- A computer and printer (though there is a computer lab in all residence halls)
- USB Drive
- Notebooks
- Pens & pencils
- Index cards & highlighter markers
- Paper clips, folders, and other school supplies
- Stationary & stamps
- Calculator
- Planner
Personal Items
- Stereo/noise-canceling headphones/earbuds
- Photo albums
- Small tool set
- Flashlight
- Umbrella/rain jacket
- Shower caddy with holes in the bottom(for traditional halls/suites)
- Robe
- Shower shoes
- A pillow
- Pictures from home
- Sun glasses
- Backpack
- Jacket
- Pajamas that you'll feel comfortable wearing on the hall
- Slippers
- A few of your favorite things that makes you feel comfortable
Room organization & decoration
- Calendar/planner
- Dry erase board and pens for door
- Study lamp
- Smart TV or TV with casting device (Roku, AppleTV, Chromecast, etc.)
- Small refrigerator (30 inches tall or less)
- Sealed containers for food
- A hot pot
- Extra clothes hangers
- Posters and simple decorations
- Lightweight picture frames for walls
- Small fan
- Anything that will save space, such as stackable shelves, storage containers, something to put shoes in/on
- Push pins or frog tape
Other supplies
- Snack food and drinks
- Basic eating utensils, plate, bowl, cups, etc.
- Manual can opener
- Flashlight, batteries
- HE laundry detergent
- Laundry basket
- Iron
- Extra towels, sheets and blankets
- Stress relievers (games, good books, etc.)
- Grounded extension cords and surge protectors
- Safety pins
- Trash can
- Small vacuum cleaner or electric sweeper
- Toilet paper (Suite style and Apartment style)
- Shower curtain (Suite style and Apartment style)
- Toilet Plunger (Suite style and Apartment style)
- Bathroom cleaning supplies (Suite style and Apartment style)
- Outdoor sandals*
- Camping hammock*
- A smile and an open mind
COVID-19 Health and Safety Items
- Reusable cloth masks
- Thermometer
- Hand Sanitizer
- Sanitizing spray or wipes
*If you are outdoorsy
Any items with an asterisk (*) are prohibited.
- Lots of stuffed animals
- Lots of knick-knacks
- All of your clothes and shoes (Pack for the season.)
- Everything in your room at home
- All of your high school memorabilia
- Desk or other large pieces of furniture
- Expensive or irreplaceable collectibles or jewelry
- Non HD compatible televisions (residents have had difficulties with some Element, Insignia, and Seiki HD brands)
- Space heaters*
- Wireless routers*
- String lights*
- E-cigarettes/vapes/tobacco products*
- Hoverboards*
- Cooking appliances with exposed heating elements*
- Pets* (Only fish or Emotional Support Animals pre-registered through UNG Student Disability Services are allowed.)
- Incense or Candles*
- George Forman Grills*(permitted in Owen Hall)
- Microwave* (permitted in Lewis Hall and all Suite style housing)
- Microwaves are permitted in the Commons, but they can only be placed on the common area wall (between the two rooms) due to outlet voltage limits.
- Toasters* (permitted in Owen Hall)
- Alcohol bottles/containers*
- Any items or furniture picked up from the street*