Prospective Students

Moving to Campus

Although move-in day can seem hectic with a lot of people with a lot of stuff all wanting the elevator at the same time, you can actually expect the process to take about 60 minutes or less. Dozens of returning WIU students make the move-in process a lot smoother by volunteering to come back to campus early and help you move in - we call them the "Move-in Crew."

As you arrive in Macomb (view a map/directions to WIU) and make your way to campus you can expect to encounter our Office of Public Safety directing traffic. These officers control the flow of cars to the individual residence halls. Once you are directed to approach the building, unload your vehicle near the hall, and while someone stays with the belongings, please move the car to a regular parking lot. After you unload do not leave your vehicle parked near the hall. This will ensure that others are able to do the same.

New Student Move-In Date & Times

Important Dates

  • Residence halls open at 8:00 am on Saturday, August 22, 2009
  • Classes begin Monday, August 24, 2009

What To Bring?

For Freshmen and Transfer students, halls will open for check-in beginning at 8am on Saturday, August 22, 2009. You can check into your hall between 8am and 10 pm. Peak move-in times tend to be from 10 am to 3 pm. Please see the recommended target times below – we try to spread out traffic based on your home's proximity to campus.

Upon entering your residence hall you will be greeted by staff and returning students who will direct you to obtain room keys. Before you know it you will have met a dozen people! Some will help you move your belongings; others will help you complete your Room Condition Report and personal information card. One of the first people you will likely meet is your Resident Assistant. They are the first person to seek out if you have questions about the move-in process, orientation activities, etc.

Family moving into one of the halls

When To Arrive

If you live within:


What to Bring

Although what each person brings will vary due to individual needs, we hope that these suggestions from other WIU students will aid in your packing. A printable PDF checklist is also available. (Adobe Reader required)

Students on lawn with several items

What Not to Bring

Please do not bring the following items, as they are prohibited in Residence Hall rooms.


Getting Settled

Now that you're all unpacked and you've moved in take this opportunity to explore your new surroundings. During your first few weeks there will be lots of information you'll need and questions you will have. You can always count on your RA's and other hall staff to point you in the right direction. You can also use this section in order to familiarize yourself with our wonderful community.View more information on Getting Settled on Campus.