Returning Student Move In Schedule
September 1 through September 4
Check In Location:
On-Campus Residence Hall
| Larson Hall | Larson Hall Front Desk |
| Mellby Hall | Mellby Hall Front Desk |
| New Hall | New Hall Front Desk |
| Thorson Hall | Thorson Hall Front Desk |
| Townhouses | New Hall Front Desk |
| Ytterboe Hall | Ytterboe Hall Front Desk |
Affiliate Housing
| Kraewood Flats | Kraewood Flats Lobby |
| Greenvale House | Kraewood Flats Lobby |
| Olaf House | Kraewood Flats Lobby |
| Casita Ole | Kraewood Flats Lobby |
| Northwood Pines | Northwood Pines Lobby |
| Southview Suites | Northwood Pines Lobby |
| Ole Loop
(Johnson House, Porter House, Rose House) |
New Hall Front Desk |
Your Move In Time
Schedule your move in time!
Returning Students do not need to sign up for a check in time. Residence Life Staff will be available during our Returning Student Move In Week to check you in from 8 am to 12 pm, 1 pm to 4 pm and 7 pm to 11 pm.
Please plan your arrival to campus around these times to check in with our staff!
Checking In:
The Residence Halls will be open for returning students from September 1 through September 4. When you reach your residence hall, please check in with our Residence Life team to receive your room key and any other check in materials.
Room Condition Forms:
Make sure to review your Room Condition Form (RCR) when you get to your room. You can find your RCR on your Housing Portal after you check in!
Walk through your room and any suite spaces to review the condition of all items in the room. If something is not documented properly, you may be charged at your check out.
Early Inspection of Rooms:
Each year, the Residence Life office receieves requests from students and family who would like to visit their rooms prior to Move In Weekend. We are unable to accommodate these requests as we are preparing our rooms for move in.
Room Changes:
Room changes happen! If you need to change rooms, please complete our room change request form and our office will reach out to discuss your options.
Packing For St. Olaf
Can’t remember what to pack? We’ve got you covered
Residence hall rooms are equipped with twin beds, mattresses, dressers, study desks and chairs, & a mini-refrigerator/freezer/microwave unit. Keep in mind that all college-owned furniture present in your room upon check-in must remain in the room throughout the entire year. There are also printers available in public computer labs, so you do not need to bring your own printer.
Traveling internationally?
For international students, please make sure you are keeping an eye on our international student portal as there are specific considerations for what to bring to campus.
Dont’ Forget to pack:
- Bed linens (mattresses are twin extra-long, 36”x80”)
- Pillow, Blankets/Bedspread/ Comforter
- Bathroom bucket or “shower caddy” (to transport things to and from the bathroom)
- Shower shoes/flip-flops
- Towels
- Bathrobe
- Backpack
- Laptop or Chromebook (for access to assignments, Gmail, and Moodle — there is no required software to download ahead of time)
- Clothing appropriate for the changing seasons
- Plate, bowl, cup, silverware, etc. (for preparing snacks in your room.)
- Power strip (with surge protection)
- Desk or room lamp (no halogen lamps, only incandescent or fluorescent lamps are permitted; CFL light bulbs are recommended to conserve energy.)
- Alarm clock
- Laundry bag/basket and iron if necessary (ironing boards are available in laundry rooms)
- Laundry detergent (using a high-efficiency and/or cold water detergent saves money and energy)
- Reusable water bottle (consider buying stainless steel or glass for a sustainable plastic alternative.)
- Fan (it often gets hot in August)
- Personal health insurance information and documentation of high-value property (we suggest recording serial numbers of electronics or computers you may bring.)
- Photos/items from home, family, and friends