A student with her family poses in front of Le Fer

See what you have to do, step-by-step, for a successful move:

  1. Arrive on time. Do not arrive any earlier than your designated move-in time.
  2. Don’t arrive in a motor home, moving van, trailer or RV. Large vehicles take up too much space in our parking lots and are difficult to navigate on narrow campus streets.
  3. Know what to pack and what to leave home. Check our What to Bring and What Not to Bring lists when you are packing.
  4. Arrive on the Avenue. There will be unloading spaces in the front and back of Le Fer Hall. After you unload your belongings onto the carts provided and move your car to the parking lot behind Hulman Hall.
  5. Check in at the lobby of Le Fer Hall. All students will check in on the first floor of Le Fer to receive their Student ID and parking permit.
  6. Check out a moving cart. The orientation leaders will have carts available. Residents are limited to one cart. You may also bring your own carrier or moving cart.
  7. Meet your RA. Meet your RA on your wing to receive your room key and complete your room condition report.
  8. Review your Housing and Residential Life Policies to learn about your community, and stay informed about your rights and responsibilities.

Can’t Make It to Move-In/Check-In Day?

If you need consideration for an early or late Move-In/Check-In Day due to a critical reason, contact the Department of Student Affairs 812-535-5281 or CampusLife@smwc.edu. The sooner you contact us the better accommodation we can provide.

What to Bring

Study

  • Laptop or iPad
  • School supplies
  • Surge protector
  • USB flash drive
  • Headphones / ear buds
  • Backpack
  • Desk lamp
  • Planner
  • Stapler
  • Three-hole punch
  • Pens, pencils, highlighters, erasers
  • Notebooks

Wash

  • Bathrobe
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower caddy
  • Towels
  • Toiletries
  • Toothbrush and holder

Sleep

  • Sheet set (standard twin-size)
  • Comforter
  • Pillows & pillow cases

Laundry

  • Detergent
  • Laundry basket or hamper
  • Mesh laundry bag for delicates
  • Iron (with automatic shut-off) or steamer
  • Stain remover

Personal & Wellness

  • Hygiene supplies
  • First aid kit / Band Aids
  • Cold medicine
  • Pain reliever / fever reducer
  • Thermometer

Miscellaneous

  • Alarm clock
  • Extra blankets
  • Coffee pot or Keurig (with automatic shut-off)
  • Area rug
  • Bulletin board
  • Blue painters tape to hang items in room
  • Command strips to hang items in room
  • Closet organizer
  • Fan
  • Hangers
  • Small refrigerator (3.0 cubic feet maximum, U.L. approved)
  • Shoe rack
  • Extra storage containers
  • Television (cannot be wall mounted)
  • Flashlight
  • Batteries
  • Filtered water pitcher
  • Water bottle
  • Umbrella
  • Small tool kit
  • Can opener; limited cookware
  • Snacks
  • Trash bags
  • Keychain
  • Scissors
  • Tape

What NOT to Bring

  • Candles / incense
  • Full-size refrigerators
  • Microwaves, waffle makers, air fryers, Instapots, fondue pots, etc.
  • Extra furniture
  • Weapons
  • Pets (other than fish in a 5 gallon or smaller tank)
  • Wireless or wired router
  • Alcohol, tobacco, or other drugs
  • Drugs or drug paraphernalia
  • Halogen lights
  • Multi-arm lamps with plastic shades
  • Loft beds
  • Any exposed heating elements (electric grills, toasters, or toaster ovens)