Residence Hall Move-in
The Department of Residence Life and Housing is excited for your arrival at The University of Akron! The following information will assist you with your move to campus.
Quick Links
- What to bring
- When do I move in?
- Opening weekend information
- Residence Hall handbook
- Where to eat - moving is a tough job! Once you're all settled, dine in at one of the many places around campus.
- Countdown to move-in newsletters
- Issue #1; Coming soon!
Contact info
Ritchie Hall
Akron, OH 44325-1401
Phone: 330-972-7800
E-mail: reslife@uakron.edu
Res Life homepage: uakron.edu/reslife
Res Life on Twitter
Tweets by @UA_ResLifeWhen do I move in for Fall 2018?
Click the building name button to see your designated move-in time based on room number, parking instructions, and more.

Please note: You will receive a specific time window to move in
Emerging Leaders
Thursday, Aug. 16
New and Returning Students
New and Returning Students
Wednesday, Aug. 22 (Specific floors and move-in times TBD)
New and Returning Students
Thursday, Aug. 23 (Specific floors and move-in times TBD)
Move-in Day: A Cart's Perspective
Opening weekend information
New Roo Weekend is a required event for new UA students and serves as an introduction to the academic and social environment at the university. Throughout New Roo Weekend, you’ll meet other new students, faculty and staff while engaging in a variety of specialized programs and interactive events on campus.
See the New Roo Weekend calendar of events!