It's almost here!

Welcome Week begins in less than two weeks! 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've 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 24 or Tuesday, August 25) 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 Friday, August 21:

The Welcome Week schedule is live!

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.

Parents and families, don't miss out!

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. 

 

Wondering what to do for meals during Welcome Week? We've got lots of great options. Dine at any of our on-campus eateries or venture off campus to explore Rochester's culinary scene (view our Orientation Leaders' recommendations). 

Don't forget to confirm and pick up your textbooks!

One of your last tasks on the new student checklist is to confirm your course materials through UR Essentials by Thursday, August 13. About 24 hours after you registered, you should have received a message at your URochester email address with information about setting up your account and confirming your course materials. Make sure to follow the instructions in that email by this Thursday. 

 

You'll receive another email as soon as your items are ready for pick-up. The bookstore is open 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday, August 24 through Sunday, August 30. Make sure you've received a confirmation email from UR Essentials that your materials are ready for pick-up before heading over.

 

We encourage you to utilize the University shuttles for your trip. The bookstore is serviced by the Blue Line, which departs every 20 minutes from the back of Rush Rhees Library. The closest stop to the bookstore is the Behind Goler House stop. Please plan at least 1 hour to make the round trip.

Here's where to park on campus: 

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.

Add these dates to your calendar.

 

❏ Confirm your course materials through UR Essentials

 

❏ Begin mailing packages to the Campus Mail Center* (CMC)

 

❏ Watch all required webinar recordings and videos

❏ Complete the academic honesty tutorial in Blackboard

We're here for you!  

While these newsletters are coming to an end, our office is always available! Contact us anytime at orientation@rochester.edu.