• Tuesday, April 30, 2024: 24-hour quiet hours will be enforced. These hours will remain through the end of the term.
• Wednesday, May 1, 2024: Individual Study Day
• Monday, May 6, 2024: If you need to stay on campus beyond the hall's established Move-Out date and time (E.g., Graduating Seniors), you MUST submit a Contract Extension Request BEFORE 5:00 pm on May 6. Reminder, this form is a request, and you must obtain approval to remain on campus past 10 a.m., on May 8. The Contract Extension Form will be open from April 12, 2024 to May 6, 2024.
• Final exam day or Wednesday, May 8, 2024: Students need to be moved out of their room 24 hours after their last final exam or by 10 a.m., Wednesday, May 10, 2023—whichever comes first.
• Wednesday, May 8, 2024: Last day for mail/package delivery for non-summer residents. Mail received after May 10 will be returned to the sender if the Move-Out Forwarding Address is not complete.
• Wednesday, May 8, 2024: All residents are required to fill out the Abandoned Property Agreement form by May 10.
• Sunday, May 12, 2024: Graduating seniors who have an approved Contract Extension Request must check out by 10 a.m.
• If you are a summer school resident, you will receive information regarding your move from the hall staff in your current building. This information will be shared as soon as it is available via a phone call or your TTU email. Students are not allowed to move into their summer space until instructed to do so by hall staff.

1. Attend the floor meeting conducted by your CA who will review the move-out and checkout procedures. The actual time the floor meetings will occur varies by the individual CA. We encourage all residents to look for building signage, groupme communication, or reach out to their CA for the specific time during the floor meeting window. Floor meetings will occur between April 22 – May 1.
2. If you do not understand the checkout procedures, be sure to ask your CA.
3. Pack early and start taking your possessions home during home visits.
4. Be prepared to clean your room to avoid being charged for cleaning.
5. Do not plan to leave items in your vehicle overnight because this is a high break-in time.
6. If you have mini-fridges from Collegiate Concepts:
   1. Leave the MicroFridge in your room
   2. Be sure to fully defrost the MicroFridge
   3. Ensure the MicroFridge is completely clean & dry
   4. Ensure all original parts are left in the MicroFridge
   5. Leave the refrigerator and freezer doors OPEN
7. Give Before You Go:
   • Donate clean items that are in good condition to Give Before You Go.
   • You will find donation boxes in your hall's common areas.
   • The bins are for donations, not personal shopping. Items will be donated to Goodwill.
   • The following items will not be accepted and should be disposed of in the outside dumpsters:
     • Mattress Pads
     • Egg Cushions
     • Carpet Squares
     • Wood
     • Cinder Blocks
     • Perishable Food

Requests to extend contract past May 8, 2024 must be submitted by 5 p.m. on May 6.
*Requests after this deadline will not be considered.

• Contract extensions will only be granted for the following:
  • Graduating Seniors
  • Residents Assigned to West Village or Honors for the Summer I Term
  • University Student Housing Summer Staff
  • LDC Student Leaders
• Examples of Contract Extension Requests that will not be approved:
  *This is not an exclusive list.
  • Flights booked after the established move-out date.
  • Friends or relatives participating in commencement.
  • A lease that does begin until after the established move-out date.
• Nearby hotel information is available at the Visit Lubbock website for those who are denied.

Spring Move-Out Contract Extension Request

• Do not leave items sitting in the hallway or unattended; this is a fire hazard and increases the chance of theft.
• Ensure all TTU property remains in the room to avoid additional charges.
• Clean your room. Your room should be “move-in” ready. This means the floor must be swept, drawers cleaned out, sinks cleaned, and surfaces wiped down. Cleaning supplies are available at the front desk.
• Close blinds and lock windows.
• Personal belongings left in your room after you have vacated are abandoned property. These items will be inventoried, labeled, boxed up, and stored by University Student Housing and you will be charged $50.00 for this process. Abandoned items are kept for 30 days after students have moved out. University Student Housing Staff will send a letter to your TTU email account to notify you to collect these items. Once you have been contacted, you can make an appointment to retrieve your belongings Monday - Friday between 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
• Dispose of your trash in the designated dumpsters outside your residence hall. Chitwood, Weymouth, and Coleman residents may use the available trash chutes on their floor.
• Re-check all closets and drawers for anything left behind.
• Check your mailbox for mail/packages. The last day for mail/package delivery for non-summer residents will be Monday, May 6, 2024.
• Fill out the Move-Out Forwarding Address. Any mail received after May 8 will be returned to the sender if a form is not completed.
• Retrieve an Express Checkout Envelope from the front desk.
  • Fill out the front completely.
  • Place your room key in the envelope and seal it.
  • Place the sealed envelope in the Express Checkout Box located near your hall's front desk.

Note: If you leave without checking out properly (Express Checkout Process) you will be charged an improper checkout charge and potentially a lock change charge.

Below is a shortlist of items that might be helpful to have during the year. It is a good idea to check with your roommate(s) before bringing everything yourself. Often the amenities in a room are shared there's no need (or space) for two of everything. Coordinating which roommate will bring large items like refrigerators, microwaves, and televisions can save space and make a much more pleasant living environment.  

•  Student ID (Tech ID)
  • Used for check-in, residence hall access, meals, etc.
• Original documents that appear on the Form I-9 Acceptable Documents (i.e., Passport, Birth certificate, Social Security Card).
  • Original documents are required if a student plans to work on campus.
• Bedding Supplies
  • Bed linens, XL twin-sized sheets, pillows, pillowcases, blankets, and mattress pad
• Bathroom Supplies
  • Typical toiletry items, a shower caddy or tote, and shower shoes
• Laundry Supplies
  • Laundry basket, high-efficiency detergent, and other supplies you utilize
• Clothing
  • Think about clothes that you will wear throughout the year. It is important to keep all seasons in mind and plan accordingly. Also, keep in mind that space is limited!
• Personal Items
  • Prescribed medications, a bicycle with lock, laptop & phone chargers, ethernet cable, etc.
• Other Room Supplies
  • Decorations, command strips, UL-approved surge protector (up to 12 feet), and approved electrical appliances.
  • Wastebasket: Due to limited space in the halls and trash chute sizes, we recommend a trash can no larger than 3 gallons. See example below.

    

Approved Electrical Appliances

• All electrical appliances must bear a UL or equivalent certification label.
• Extension cords are prohibited. Only UL or equivalent certification type surge protectors can be used.
• Standard small refrigerator (3.7 cubic feet) and must operate at 120 volts at 60 hertz.
• Microwaves must operate at 1500 watts or less.
  • Due to limitations of the electrical systems in the residence halls, microwaves may occasionally not perform as designed, especially if operated in conjunction with other appliances.
• Coffee makers (6 cups or less) can be used.
• Wall mounts are prohibited. While there are no size restrictions on televisions, a 50-inch TV will not allow much room for other items.

Be sure to review the University Student Housing Policies and Procedures to familiarize yourself with the list of prohibited items and behaviors.

• Electric scooter/bike and accompanied charging equipment
• Alcohol and weapons (of any kind)
• Be aware of combustible materials and supplies
  • Candles and incense
• Non-approved electrical appliances
  • Toasters, toaster ovens, hot plates, open coiled appliances, rice cookers, grills, instant pots, and air conditioners
• Non-approved lighting features
  • Halogen lamps or incandescent lightbulb lamps
• Extension cords without a surge protector
• Amplifiers, large speakers, and/or multiple speakers are prohibited
• Non-approved pets
  • Fish in a tank up to 5 gallons are allowed
• Wireless router - for more information, please visit the IT Help Central website

Do not bring items you are unable to store in your room. University Student Housing does not provide storage.

• Removeable wallpaper is prohibited.
• Lofts are not permitted in residence hall rooms unless they are university-owned.
• USH is not liable for injuries caused by adjusting room furniture.
• All USH furniture must remain in place and may not be dismantled in any manner.

• Furniture and electronics must be free-standing (not fastened to walls or ceiling).
• Furnishings must be structurally able to safely support a person's weight.
• Furnishings must not block a doorway. The room door must open to its original design.
• Furnishings must not restrict exit from any portion of the room or be a safety hazard to persons walking around the room.
• Furnishings that block the heating and air conditioning system could impact the overall climate within the room.
• Furnishings must not include false floors of any kind. Must not include cork or shingles attached to any wall or ceiling surface.
• Furnishings must not include flammable material attached to the ceiling or to any wall surface.
• Furnishings must maintain a clearance of at least three feet from the main construction frame to the ceiling.
• Furnishings must have all construction materials approved in writing by the Associate Managing Director of Facilities regarding fire retardant properties, toxic chemicals, etc.
• All student room modifications shall be removed, and the room returned to its original condition before checking out of the room.
• USH will not provide storage for any materials involved in student room modifications, nor will the department assume any liability for injury or damage.
• Student room modifications that could create a possible fire, health, or safety hazard to any resident will not be allowed.
• Electrical breakers will occasionally trip because of excessive amps being pulled from the outlet. Breakers trip as a safety feature to protect personal property and limit injury from electrocution and fires. USH reserves the right to remove personal property causing service issues with repeated breaker trips.
• It is recommended that a FixIt Request be submitted to have beds adjusted.

• Yes and No. You are provided with 1 hour to access the designated unloading zone for your residence hall. Once your 1 hour have expired, you will move your vehicle to the main residence hall lot (Z-lot) and continuing moving in items as needed.
• Secondary parking specifically for moving trucks/trailers will be designated near each residence hall.

• If you arrive early:
  • Although we are unable to accommodate early arrivals, please take this time to explore the campus with your family. If you did not have the opportunity to pick up your Student ID during Orientation, be sure to stop by and get your Student ID at the One-Stop-Shop event located in Holden Hall.
• If you arrive late:
  • Please contact your residence hall office to discuss accommodation efforts.
• If you are intending to arrive after Sunday, TBD, you do not need to utilize the timeslot system. However, we encourage you to please notify our department of your late arrival to avoid your contract being canceled. Please email housing@ttu.edu if you plan to move-in after Sunday, August 20. If you had a timeslot reservation, please “remove” your timeslot so another student can utilize this time.

• Yes and No. Each individual student must select their own individual timeslot reservation. Although roommates may select the same date/time and thus move in on the same day and at the same time, they may not move in together under one timeslot reservation.

• No. Parents are allowed to stay and help move-in and organize the students' room past the 1 hour timeslot period.

• Yes, there will be a limited number of moving carts available on the day of move-in.
• ONE large red linen cart may be checked out by students with an active timeslot reservation to assist with the move-in process.
• A state-issued ID or driver's license must be provided and will be held while you have the red cart checked out. The ID will be returned upon return of the cart. The ID may belong to yourself or to a person assisting you with move-in.
The ID will only be returned to the owner of the ID.

• You are provided with 1 hour to access the designated unloading zone for your residence hall. Once your 1 hour expire, you will need to move your vehicle to the main residence hall lot (Z-lot) and continue moving in items as needed.
• Secondary parking specifically for moving trucks/trailers will be designated near each residence hall.
• Beginning TBD, there will not be a designated unloading zone. Students must unload their vehicle from the residence hall parking lot (Z-lot).
• Beginning TBD, Texas Tech Transportation and Parking will begin parking enforcement which consists of warnings, citations, and immobilizations for lack of proper permits.
• Tickets will be issued to any vehicle parked in reserved spaces or ADA designated spaces without proper permits.

• Yes. You can bring more than one vehicle, but only one vehicle per student will be permitted in the unloading zone near the residence hall. This is to ensure we can effectively accommodate all students moving in.
• Secondary parking specifically for moving trucks/trailers will be designated near the complex.

• Family/guests are not limited; however, we do ask that you be respectful of others who are also moving in at the same time. Elevator wait times may increase with large groups.

• You MUST have a state-issued ID card or driver's license, or passport.
• It is recommended you also have documentation that lists your Texas Tech “R” number ( University Student ID, course schedule, email, University communication that contains your “R” number, etc.).

• It is a good idea to check with your roommate(s) before deciding what to bring in terms of large items like mini-fridges, microwaves, and televisions.
• Please view our “What To Bring” section on our move-in page.

• If you do not have your Tech ID (also known as a Student ID), you will need to bring a driver's license, state-issued ID, or passport.
• It is recommended that as soon as you get to campus, you go and get your Tech ID. Please visit the University ID office for more information.

• Movers will not be available to assist with your move-in process.

• Loft-able beds are only found in Honors Hall and within the triple occupancy rooms in Horn, Knapp, and Sneed.
• Once moved in, it is recommended that a FixIt Request be submitted to have beds adjusted.

• No. University Student Housing is a pet-free facility with the exception of fish in a tank up to 5 gallons.
• Service Animals and/or Assistance Animals will be allowed after appropriate documentation has been reviewed/approved by BOTH Student Disability Services and University Student Housing.
• Students found to have an unauthorized animal in their residence hall will be subject to a $100 fine per instance.

No. We understand your concern, but you have assured housing on campus. Our team is diligently working to place students in one of their top three hall preferences. You will be notified via your TTU email when you are placed in a room, and then you will be able to sign up for a move-in timeslots.