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Information as of September 13, 2024
New Student Move-In & Welcome Weekend 2024
Please note the following dates for moving to campus in September, for Welcome Weekend, and for the first day of fall classes.
September 20: Residence hall move-in and social activities
September 21-22: Welcome Weekend and additional residence hall move-in for new transfer students
September 23: First day of fall classes
Schedule of Events
View a detailed schedule of events for Welcome Weekend.
- Parents and families are encouraged but not required to attend New Student Move-In and/or Welcome Weekend.
- We are mindful that not all families have the resources or time to travel with their students.
- Residence Hall Move-In on September 20 begins at 8:30am with the first of 3 groups (90 minutes each), the second group begins at 10:00am, and the third group begins at 11:30am.
- New transfer students may have their move-in date set for September 21 or 22 instead so be sure to check for a confirmation email from the Housing Office.
- Students have two required sessions: RLC Community Conversations at 8:00-9:00pm on September 20 and a session about community health and safety at 3:00-5:00pm on September 21.
- There are a variety of social activities and receptions on the evenings of September 20, September 21, and September 22.
Residence Hall Room & Move-In Assignments
Students were sent an email on August 13 with information about their assigned Residential Learning Community (RLC) or residence hall, room number, room type, and roommate information (if applicable).
- The specific move-in time for each student will be sent in a separate email along with other move-in information.
- Various resources are available on our SCU Housing website which we hope students and families will find helpful as they prepare to make their way to campus.
Questions? Contact the Housing Office at housing@scu.edu or 408-554-4900.
Resources for Moving to Campus
View information and resources related to moving to campus.
Resources include:
- Packing Suggestions
- Shipping to Campus
- Shopping Around Campus
Meals
New students who have SCU Dining Meal Plans may start using them upon arrival to campus while parents, other family, and guests may purchase breakfast, lunch/brunch, and dinner.
- Breakfast, lunch/brunch, and dinner are available in the Benson Marketplace and Mission Bakery which are adjacent to one another on the 1st floor of Benson Memorial Center.
- See schedule below for exact meal times for each day.
- Many receptions will have refreshments (food and drink) available for free.
Students and families are also welcome to explore restaurants in the area, too. Ask our Orientation Leaders, faculty, and staff for recommendations!
Wireless Options (Campus Wifi)
If you need assistance with internet connection, IT staff will be available in all of the residence halls. Look for the staff wearing IT shirts.
Wireless Option for incoming First Year & Transfer Students:
Name of Wireless Network: ORIENTATION
(use this network through the end of September 20)
- Not authenticated (no password required - usage agreement check-box)
- Connection time is limited (8 hours - before prompted to agree to usage terms again)
- MySCU Portal and services in MySCU Portal are available on ORIENTATION
Name of Wireless Network: eduroam
(use this network at any time, especially after September 20)
- Authenticated (use your SCU login and password)
- MySCU Portal and services in MySCU Portal are available
Wireless Option for Parents & Families:
Name of Wireless Network: SCU-Guest
- Not authenticated (no password required - usage agreement check-box)
- Connection time is limited (8 hours - before prompted to agree to usage terms again)
- Some SCU services are NOT available (including MySCU Portal)
Health & Safety
Safety resources on campus:
- Add these phone numbers to your phone directory and use to contact Campus Safety Services at any time throughout the year:
- 408-554-4441 (for non-emergencies)
- 408-554-4444 (for emergencies)
- Download the Rave Guardian App to your phone and convert it into a personal safety device.
- If you ever feel unsafe, use any of the over 40 Emergency Blue Phones around campus to immediately alert and contact Campus Safety Services.
Health resources on campus:
- Students seeking medical treatment can visit the Cowell Center, Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm.
- For information about COVID-19, please visit our Prepared SCU website.
- COVID-19 tests are available for 5 cents in the vending machine on the 1st floor in the Learning Commons.
Campus Map
View a campus map including links to information about directions and parking.
Alternatively, download a PDF version of the campus map that includes parking lots.
Driving & Parking
During the move-in process, please pay attention to all road signs and personnel directing traffic especially since some streets may be closed or have limited access.
- It is highly recommended to park in either the Main Parking Structure in the middle of campus or in the North Campus Parking Structure on the northern end of campus.
- Parking permits are not required for New Student Move-In and Welcome Weekend.
- Again, though, please obey all posted signs and instructions from personnel managing traffic.
Academic Calendar
View the academic calendar for key dates during the 2024-25 academic year. Academic calendars are also available for future years through 2027-28.
Family Weekend
Family Weekend will be February 21-22, 2025.
- More details will be provided on our Family Weekend website and sent via email to students and parents starting in November.
- Online registration will open by mid-December.