Get Ready for Tech-Out!

Attend the floor meeting hosted by your CA to review move-out and checkout procedures. Meeting times will vary by CA, so check building signage, GroupMe communication, or contact your CA for details. Floor meetings will take place between April 27 - May 6.

Before you leave:

• Do not leave items in hallways
  • Hallways must remain clear for safety. Leaving items unattended increases the risk of theft and is a fire hazard. 
• Leave all TTU property in your room
  • Missing items may result in additional charges.
• Clean your room thoroughly 
  • Your room should be Tech-In ready:
    • Sweep floors
    • Clean out drawers
    • Wipe down surfaces
    • Clean sinks
  • (Cleaning supplies are available at the front desk.)
    
• Close blinds and lock windows
• Take all personal belongings with you
• Dispose of trash properly
  • Use designated dumpsters outside your hall. (Chitwood, Weymouth, and Coleman residents may use trash chutes on their floor.)
    
• Double-check your space
  • Look through closets, drawers, and common areas for anything left behind.
• Check your mailbox
  • The last day for mail/package delivery for non-summer residents is May 13.
• Submit your forwarding address
  • Complete the Move-Out Forwarding Address form. Mail received after May 13 will be returned to sender if a forwarding address is not submitted.

Summer School Residents

• If you are staying for the summer, additional information will be provided by your hall staff.
  • Updates will be shared by phone or through your TTU email.
  • Do not move into your summer assignment until instructed by hall staff.

Help reduce waste by donating gently used items before you move out.

• Donation boxes will be located in your hall's common areas
• Items will be donated to Goodwill
• These bins are for donations only (not for personal use)

Items not accepted (please use outside dumpsters):

• Mattress pads
• Egg crates
• Carpet squares
• Wood
• Cinder blocks
• Perishable food

Abandoned Property Agreement 

• All residents are required to fill out the Abandoned Property Agreement form by May 13.

Contract Extension Request

• If you need to remain on campus after May 13, you must submit a Contract Extension Request by 12 p.m. on May 11.
  Request submitted after this deadline will not be considered.
  

Mail and Forwarding Address

• Complete Move-Out Forwarding Address for mail and package delivery.

Complete these steps before coming to campus for Tech-In:

• Select your Tech-In date and time through the housing portal
• Review your housing assignment (hall, room number, and roommate[s])
• Review your dining plan
• Check room dimensions and layout
• Coordinate shared items with your roommate(s)
• Purchase your residence hall parking permit
• Review the residence hall prohibited items list
• Pack only approved appliances and electronics
• Consider renter's insurance through GradGuard
• Review the campus map and Tech-In arrival directions

Important IDs & Documents

• Texas Tech Student ID (Tech ID) — used for building access and meals
• Government-issued photo ID (if required for on-campus employment or verification)

Room Basics

• XL Twin bedding (sheets, pillows, blankets, mattress pad)
• Bath items (toiletries, shower caddy, shower shoes)
• Trash can and trash bags

Laundry & Clothing

• Laundry basket or bag
• Laundry detergent and dryer sheets
• Clothing for multiple seasons

Personal & Electronics

• Laptop, tablet, or computer
• Phone and device chargers
• UL-approved surge protector 
  • "All electric appliances must bear a UL or equivalent certification label. All equipment should be kept in a safe operating condition. Extension cords are not permitted. Only UL approved surge protectors may be used in the residence halls and may not be piggybacked onto other surge protectors or other devices where multiple items are plugged in for electrical power." Refer to TTU Housing Policies and Procedures.

Optional Room Enhancers

• Decorations (use removable adhesive strips only)
• Wattage levels:
  • Mini refrigerator: maximum 3.7 cubic feet; must be 120 volts
  • Microwave: must operate at 1500 watts or less
  • Coffee makers: maximum 4 cups
• Storage bins or organizers

Tip: Coordinate with your roommate(s) to avoid bringing duplicate items such as a refrigerator or microwave.

• Alcohol or weapons of any kind
• Candles, incense, or open-flame items
• Combustible or open-coil appliances (toasters, grills, air fryers, hot plates)
• Extension cords (UL-approved surge protectors are allowed)
• Space heaters over 750 watts
  • Space heaters must be under 750 watts to minimize tripped breakers in the building, outer components must remain cool to the touch, and has a built-in tip switch to de-energize in the event it falls over. 
  • The standard unit University Student Housing will provide when supplies are available for emergency outages are Vornado VH202
• Non-approved pets (fish tanks over 5 gallons are not permitted)
• Nails, screws, or items that damage walls

• Arrive during your scheduled Tech-In Timeslot
• Follow posted signage and staff directions
• Park in your designated unloading area
• Bring your Texas Tech Student ID
• Check in with residence hall staff
• Pick up keys and access information
• Red carts will be available; however, we recommend you bring a dolly.
• Move belongings into your room
• Take photos of your room upon arrival
• Be sure to check your Texas Tech University email for important information
• Check out our socials and tag us!
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During Tech-In, there are dedicated parking areas for residence halls to make unloading efficient and orderly. Different lots (e.g., Bledsoe/Gordon/Sneed, Horn/Knapp, West Village) are assigned based on your hall assignments. Signage and staff will guide you.