Move-in Day

Did you check your Eagle Email today?

If your student will be living on campus, move-in day is just around the corner. This is the day you may have been looking forward to or dreading for 18+ years. This day is very exciting for some and very nerve-wracking for others, but don’t worry – you are part of our family now and at FGCU, we take care of each other. First, let’s start with some recommendations to prepare for a smooth move-in experience:

LOTS OF WATER

This may be a long day, depending on how much stuff your student has to move, and the Florida weather can be very warm. Make sure you are hydrating throughout the move-in process.

AN UMBRELLA OR RAIN JACKET

There are two things you can almost guarantee when it comes to Florida weather: 1. It is going to be hot, and 2. there may be some unexpected rain in the afternoons.

A HAND TRUCK OR A DOLLY

During move-in day some volunteers will be around with hand trucks, but we recommend bringing a personal one as well.

FUN AND POSITIVE ATTITUDE

This is a big day for everyone. No matter how many times your student says they are ready to get out of the house, this day usually comes with some nervousness, so bring a positive attitude to help ease their stress (and yours, too).

Encourage your student to check their student Eagle Email account

daily. This is where they will receive details regarding roommate selection,

move-in dates and times, and further details from the Office of Housing &

Residence Life. We also highly recommend consulting Housing & Residence Life’s Move-In Guide to help you plan.

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UNDERGRADUATE MAJORS

CAMPUS SIZE 800

ACRES

15

ATHLETIC TEAMS

(NCAA DIVISION I)

MORE THAN 250

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

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FRATERNITIES & SORORITIES

IT’S TIME TO LIVE THE FGCU LIFE

One-third of FGCU students live on campus, including about 80% of first- year students. Whether it’s the convenience of living where you learn, the opportunity to live with friends, or easy access to resources, opportunities, and fun, many students find that living on campus aids in their transition to college.