2026 CWU Move-In Welcome Guide

Welcome to CWU! Here is your guide to moving on campus, key dates, and information about Week of Welcome.

 Move-In WELCOME GUIDE

Table of Contents  .... Room Assignment  .... Packing for College 6 .... Moving In

 .... Arriving on Campus  .... Week of Welcome  .... Download Suitable App  .... Checklist

Welcome Home WILDCATS! _____________________________

The wait is almost over. Your room is prepared, your keys are labeled, and our move-in teams are eagerly awaiting your arrival this September. The guide includes important move-in details, packing tips, and more to ensure your move is organized and stress-free. You’ll also find information about Week of Welcome . The Housing and Residence Life team is here to help you navigate this new chapter of your life on the day you move in and throughout your time at CWU. Feel free to reach out to us if you have questions!

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Move-In Dates ____________________________________

FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS: Thursday, September , ށއ Friday, September ˆ, ށއ

RETURNING AND TRANSFER STUDENTS: Sunday, September ށ, ށއ



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You can find your room assignment, room type, and details about your new residence hall through your MyHousing portal .

Make sure to review your signed housing contract before coming to campus. If you have questions about the terms of your contract, do not hesitate to reach out to the Housing and Residence Life team.

Room and board payments are due October ‡, ˆ‰ˆŠ. These payments can be made online through MyCWU .



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WHAT TO BRING --- Bedding --- Desk items

WHAT NOT TO BRING --- Drugs or alcohol

--- Microwaves --- Refrigerators --- Valuables --- Halogen lamps

--- Snacks and drinks --- Room decor --- Toiletries

For a complete list, visit cwu.edu/housing/opening

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Moving In When you arrive on campus, you'll be directed to an unloading zone. While we will have some move-in carts available on a first-come-first-serve basis, we strongly encourage you to bring your own hand truck or wagon to assist you in moving your items. Our move-in day volunteers, the CWU Movers and Shakers, will be available to assist with unloading during scheduled move-in times for first-year students on Thursday and Friday. ____________________________________________________ Shipping and Packing You can ship packages to CWU before move-in. Plan to have packages delivered no sooner than September ‡, ˆ‰ˆ6. Packages shipped prior to move-in are available for pickup from September ‡” to September ‡•, ˆ‰ˆŠ, at the Residence Life Office package pickup window between ‡‰ a.m. and — p.m. Regular package pickup begins September ˆ‡, ˆ‰ˆŠ, from ˜ p.m. to • p.m. Check your CWU email for delivery notices or contact the Residence Life Package Room at ResLife.Delivery@cwu.edu or —‰š-šŠ˜-‡˜ˆ˜ with questions. One Vehicle Per Student Only one vehicle per student is allowed through the move-in route. Additional vehicles can park in nearby campus lots. For campus parking Label all boxes, bags, and items with your name, residence hall, and room number. This will help ensure that any misplaced items are returned to you during move-in. No Pets Please leave your pets at home. The traffic and activity of move-in day can be dangerous for family pets, and the weather is often too hot for leaving an animal in your car while moving. Other than fish, pets are not allowed in the residence halls. information, visit cwu.edu/parking. Label Your Belongings

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Arriving On Campus _____________ Find your scheduled move-in time through your MyHousing portal. Arriving outside of your scheduled time could delay your move-in.

Our Movers and Shakers team will assist you in getting items to your room at this time. After you have unloaded all items, please move your vehicle to a nearby campus parking lot. Any additional items in your vehicle will need to be walked to your residence hall. RVs, moving trucks, and trailers are not allowed to drive up to your residence. There is not enough room to accommodate vehicles of this size.

Refer to the included map when driving to your residence hall and note that traffic is routed one way through campus. Have your Connection Card or other official ID available when you arrive. When you get to your residence hall, unload your things quickly.

Your CWU Connection Card is your student ID card that gives you access to your residence hall, contains your meal plan Dining Dollars, and serves many other functions around campus. If you do not receive your Connection Card at Orientation, please follow the directions on their website to upload your picture. You will be able to pick up your Connection Card at the Info Desk in the Student Union and Recreation Center when you arrive on campus. cwu.edu/card Connection Card _____________ ƒ

PARKING If your vehicle is staying with you for the school year, a virtual parking permit will be required to park in campus lots. Your license plate is your permit, so be sure to enter your license plate number accurately. A free parking lot is located on the corner of ‡•th Avenue and Alder Street.

DINING SERVICES Discover locally sourced specials and craveable comfort food at our dining facilities. Dining Services has a variety of options, such as an all-you-care-to-enjoy dining hall, cafés, on-the-go snacks, and so much more. CWU Dining Services locations include: - ‡‰ Restaurant Concepts, Including Panda Express - ˜ Markets - ” Cafés - Athletic Event Concessions - CWUEats food wagon Review meal plan details, locations and hours, menus, and employment opportunities on the Dining Services website: cwu.edu/dining

Apply for a parking permit beginning September ‡ at cwu.edu/parking.

TRANSPORTATION CWU’s bike-friendly campus and proximity to downtown Ellensburg make it easy to get around without a vehicle. Additionally, Central Transit is a public transit system that has stops at popular locations like Fred Meyer, Safeway, and Kittitas Valley Healthcare facilities.

Mobile Ordering

Skip the line and save time at CWU Dining through Grubhub.

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Week of Welcome _____________ SEPTEMBER ‡• - ˆˆ, ˆ‰ˆŠ

For First-Year Students Enrolled in UNIV ‡‰‡

Be immersed in Wildcat life during Week of Welcome. You will connect with fellow students, learn the ins and outs of campus living, and discover resources for a successful first year at Central. In addition to many fun activities, there are several required educational sessions. Attendance at Week of Welcome is part of your University ‡‰‡ course! For more, visit cwu.edu/orientation/week-of-welcome or contact cwu.orientation@cwu.edu

REQUIRED

Dowload the Suitable App _____________ Suitable is your guide to the events happening across campus during Week of Welcome. Use the app to keep track of your schedule and earn points for participating.

We recommend you install the app now, so that it’s ready to use when you arrive on campus. Here’s how: ‡. Download the free Suitable mobile app. suitable.co. ˆ. Log in with your CWU username and password. ˜. Allow notifications and access to your device’s camera.

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B_ _e_f o_ _r e_ _Y_o_u_ _A_ r_r i v e

Log in to MyHousing portal to view your move-in time Upload Connection Card photo

VIEW FULL CHECKLIST

Purchase virtual parking permit Permits go on sale September ,

Complete Release of Information (ROI) to allow access to information (Optional) Complete “Culture of Respect” Canvas modules Review class schedule and purchase textbooks and course materials Register for the Student Health Services patient portal

Submit Financial Aid Authorization to approve financial aid to pay your charges

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MOVE-IN DATES First-Year Students: Thursday, September ‡”, ˆ‰ˆŠ Friday, September ‡•, ˆ‰ˆŠ Returning and Transfer Students: Sunday, September ˆ‰, ˆ‰ˆŠ

WEEK OF WELCOME September ‡• through Tuesday, September ˆˆ, ˆ‰ˆŠ FIRST DAY OF CLASSES Wednesday, September ˆ˜, ˆ‰ˆŠ

CWU is an EEO/AA/Title IX Institution. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, email Disability Services at DS@cwu.edu.



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