Avoid Charges by Following Moving-Out Procedures

Students were instructed to follow procedures to help the process of moving out run smoothly and to help avoid charges.

Residence Life Coordinator MacKenzie Barron sent out an email to all students with the instructed moving-out information on April 12. Barron said, “Underclassmen and nongraduating students will need to be moved out 24 hours after their last exam. For seniors who are graduating, we ask that all seniors be moved out by 6 p.m. on May six.” According to residence life, failure to adhere to the rules will result in a billed fine of $100 per hour or up to $500 for a non-checkout. It is important to note that these fines do not include potential damage charges.

Barron understands that some students may need to stay late due to certain circumstances. Barron said, “I know international travel can be kind of a hassle to work around, someone graduating in your family at Spring Hill and for people who are staying for summer housing. We can work through these requests. I also know that life happens, and things come up. For the late stay request, I want students to reach out to me.” However, Barron is asking students to reach out to their resident advisors first for information on moving out and questions about late stays.

According to residence life, RA’s are expected to be holding floor meetings for their residents to discuss the checkout process and any other questions students may have. These floor meetings are required for all residents to attend. However, Barron urges, “If you’re getting an answer that is not satisfactory, please reach out to me directly through email.”

Senior Addy Grundmeyer gave insight on moving out. “Moving out is always super sad and can be very stressful. It is hard balancing finals week and trying to move your belongings out at the same time while trying to soak up the rest of the semester,” said Grundmeyer.

Grundmeyer also gave tips she has learned during her time at Spring Hill College. “Throw out everything you don’t need first. That way you’re able to realize how many things you...