Welcome Week begins in less than a week! We can't wait to see you on campus and help you connect with the University and your fellow new students before classes begin. Here's a list of last-minute items to complete before you head to Rochester: 

 

❏ Ensure you're packing right (if you're living on campus). Before you close that last box or suitcase, make sure you're reviewed Residential Life's packing and restricted items list. You'll also want to carefully label your belongings with your name and housing assignment, so the move-in team can help you transport your belongings to your room quickly and easily.

 

❏ Carefully review your arrival day instructions. Make sure to read over your arrival day (either Monday, August 19 or Tuesday, August 20) instructions, especially the ones that apply to the method of transportation you'll be taking to campus. Reminder: Residential Life Check-In and Move-In does not begin at your residence hall. If you are living on campus and:

❏ Make sure to bring a government-issued ID to campus with you. You'll need some form of official identification to pick up your campus ID card at Welcome Week check-in. If you don't have a passport or driver's license, a high school or secondary school ID card will also be accepted, as long as it includes a recent photo of you. 

 

❏ Don't forget to finish your online orientation program! Make sure you've completed all four components by this Saturday, August 17: 

The Welcome Week app is your tool for viewing the full Welcome Week schedule, including required events and events organized by your wristband group. It also includes other important information, like arrival day instructions, maps, campus resources, transportation schedules, and more. Use the button below to view instructions for downloading the app to your mobile device. 

We can't wait to see you on campus next week, too! Whether you're just accompanying your student for arrival day or you plan to stay in Rochester through Wednesday, there is plenty for parents and families to do. Make sure to download the Welcome Week app to view the full schedule, which includes:

You can also use the button below to explore the schedule of events just for parents and families, offered Monday, August 19 through Wednesday, August 21. 

Plus: If you would like to venture off campus for a meal, we encourage you to explore Rochester's culinary scene! Our Orientation Leaders have put together a list of their favorite local restaurants, cafes, pubs, and more for you to peruse. 

We know arrival and move-in day can be hectic, and where to park can sometimes be confusing. We hope this handy guide will help you figure out where to park on what day, whether you're a commuter student, upperclass transfer student living on campus, or a family member.

Missed a previous issue of Rochester Ready? Copies of all of our office's communications to students and families are available on our website.

We're here for you. Contact us anytime at orientation@rochester.edu.

University of Rochester

200 Morey Hall, Rochester, NY 14627

 

Phone: 585.275.4414

Email: orientation@rochester.edu