Between Saturday and Monday, 5,700 students will move into University of Delaware residence halls.

The peak of activity is new student move-in day on Saturday, August 26, when about 3,600 students will arrive on campus between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Students are asked to be settled in to their residence halls by 4 p.m., when 1743 Welcome Days events begin, including a family send-off in the Perkins Student Center with the Office of the Dean of Students.

Special Unloading Locations

In many areas of campus, walkways will become driveways as students and families unloading vehicles are able to drive onto the bricked pathways near those buildings during peak move-in hours.

Parking Services and University Police staff will be available around campus to direct traffic.

Cars unloading in the fire lane must always have a licensed driver stay with the vehicle. The University reserves the right to tow any vehicle in violation of parking regulations.

Parking and loading/unloading are prohibited on Academy Street.

Additionally, University Police advises that students should continue to use crosswalks and be vigilant of their safety when walking, as there are likely to be many drivers in the area unfamiliar with campus.

More information about fall move in can be found on the Residence Life and Housing website.

IT help

The UD Information Technology department will provide help to student moving into residence halls during the weekend.

The IT Help Desk Locations during Move-in:

Saturday, Aug. 26 | 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

            George Read North Commons

            Harrington Commons

Sunday, August 27 | 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

            Harrington Commons

More about 1743 Welcome Days

Planned by the Division of Student Life in collaboration with campus partners, 1743 Welcome Days serves as an extended orientation so students can familiarize themselves with their new community and learn about self-discovery, personal wellness, social responsibility, and inclusivity.

Student Life includes UD’s Career Services Center, Center for Black Culture, Center for Counseling & Student Development, LGBT Program, New Student Orientation, Office of the Dean of Students, Office of Student Conduct, Office of the Vice President, Residence Life & Housing, Student Health Services, Student Services for Athletes, Student Wellness & Health Promotion and the University Student Centers.