Move-in is an exciting time, starting your next chapter at SIUE. University Housing has streamlined the move-in process to make the day smooth and exciting for you! Below are your move-in instructions based on your assignment.

Bluff Hall Check-In Instructions

August 19 and 20, 2026

Step 1

• At your scheduled arrival time, drive to the EVERGREEN HALL PARKING LOT (LOT EH) and park your vehicle. Please DO NOT GO DIRECTLY TO BLUFF HALL! 
• You should arrive no earlier than your assigned move-in time. 

Step 2

• Go to the Evergreen Hall Multi-Function Room located on the entry level to check in and get your room key.
• You will not be able to check in before the scheduled date and time for your last name. 

Step 3

• You will be given a line number to drive to the Bluff Hall traffic circle. ONLY ONE VEHICLE PER FAMILY MAY UNLOAD AT THE TRAFFIC CIRCLE BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 8 A.M. AND 4:30 P.M. 
• Other vehicles may be unloaded after 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, August 19, or after 4 p.m. on Thursday, August 20, 2026. 
• Your vehicle should remain in the Evergreen Hall parking lot until your line number is called. Line numbers will be announced in the Evergreen Hall Multi-Function Room.
• If you wish, you may bypass the traffic circle after you check in and park ONE VEHICLE in the Bluff Hall Parking Lot (LOT BH) to move in your belongings. 
• Due to the number of people moving in, please expect delays in driving to Bluff Hall. 

Step 4

• When your line number is called, you will exit the Evergreen Hall parking lot and proceed to the Bluff Hall traffic circle (staff will direct you). University staff will collect your line number and place a notice on your windshield with your room number and the time of your arrival.
• Move-In Crew volunteers will help move belongings to your room. 
• Please note that vehicles remaining in the traffic circle for more than 15 minutes may be ticketed and/or towed. Carts will ONLY be available to assist with transporting belongings for vehicles unloading in the traffic circles. 

Step 5

• After your vehicle is unloaded, IMMEDIATELY exit the traffic circle.
• Student vehicles should park in LOT BH, and vehicles belonging to family/friends should park in LOT E for this day only. 
   

Prairie Hall and Woodland Hall Check-In Instructions

August 19 and 20, 2026

Step 1

• At your scheduled arrival time, one vehicle should park in LOT B (Near the Morris University Center). All other vehicles should park in LOT P4 or LOT P5. Please DO NOT GO DIRECTLY TO YOUR HALL! 
• You should arrive no earlier than your assigned move-in time. 

Step 2

• Go to the Morris University Center Goshen Lounge located on the first floor to check in and get your room key. 
• You will not be able to check in before the scheduled date and time for your last name. 

Step 3: 

• You will be given a line number to drive up to Woodland Hall traffic circle. ONLY ONE VEHICLE PER FAMILY MAY GO UNLOADED AT THE TRAFFIC CIRCLE BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 8 A.M. AND 4:30 P.M. 
• Other vehicles may be unloaded after 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, August 19 or after 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, August 20, 2026.  Your vehicle should remain in LOT B until your line number is called. Line numbers will be announced in the Goshen Lounge.  
• Due to the number of people moving in, please expect delays in driving to Woodland Hall.

Step 4

• When your line number is called, you will exit Lot B and proceed to the Woodland Hall traffic circle (staff will direct you). University staff will collect your line number and place a notice on your windshield with your room number and the time of your arrival. 
• Move-In Crew volunteers will help move belongings to your room. 
• Please note that vehicles remaining in the traffic circle for more than 15 minutes may be ticketed and/or towed. Carts will ONLY be available to assist with transporting belongings for vehicles unloading in the traffic circles. 

Step 5

• After your vehicle is unloaded, IMMEDIATELY exit the traffic circle.
• Student vehicles should park in LOT WH, and vehicles belonging to family/friends should park in LOT P4 or Lot P5 for this day only.
  
  

Cougar Village Check-In Instructions

August 21 and 22, 2026

Step 1

• At your scheduled arrival, drive to the Cougar Village Parking Lot 4A and follow the signage. DO NOT GO DIRECTLY TO YOUR APARTMENT!  
• You should arrive no earlier than the time you were assigned.

Step 2

• Remain in your vehicle at all times. Staff will direct you to the check-in tent.
• Please remember to bring your student ID or another form of photo identification. A staff member will approach your vehicle, check you in, and issue your apartment key. 
• You will not be able to check in before your scheduled date and time.

Step 3

• Once you have checked in and have your key, you may proceed to your assigned apartment to begin moving in. 

PARKING: Sidewalk gates will be up on the 400 side during Opening to allow residents easier access to their apartments on both the 400 and 500 sides. If you utilize the inner sidewalk for unloading, please follow the guidelines below:

• Vehicles driving within the gates must have their hazard lights on at all times.
• Vehicles driving within the gates should not exceed 10 mph.
• Vehicles cannot block the entrances to the buildings or gates.
• Vehicles cannot park on the grass or in any unpaved areas of the grounds.
• Vehicles may only be parked on the sidewalk for a maximum of 30 minutes to unload. Once the vehicle has been unloaded, please relocate the vehicle to one of the parking lots in Cougar Village.
• Vehicles should not be left unattended while parked on the inner sidewalk.
• Vehicles that cause damage to the grounds, buildings, or other property will be fined for damages and are subject to ticketing and/or towing.
  
  

Evergreen Hall Check-In Instructions

August 21 and 22, 2026

Step 1

• At your scheduled arrival time, drive to the EVERGREEN HALL PARKING LOT (Lot EH) and park your vehicle. You should arrive no earlier than your move-in time. 

Step 2

• Go to the Evergreen Hall Multi-Function Room located on the entry level to check in and get your room key.  
• You will not be able to check in before the scheduled date and time for your last name.

Step 3

• You will be given a line number to drive to the Evergreen Hall traffic circle.  ONLY ONE VEHICLE PER FAMILY MAY UNLOAD AT THE TRAFFIC CIRCLE BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 8 A.M. AND 4 P.M. 
• Other vehicles may be unloaded after 4 p.m. on Friday, August 21, or after 4 p.m. on Saturday, August 22, 2026.
• Remain in the Evergreen Hall parking lot until your line number is called. Line numbers will be announced in the Evergreen Hall Multi-Function Room.  
• If you wish, you may bypass the traffic circle after you check in and move your belongings from where you are parked in the lot. 
• Due to the number of people moving in, please expect delays in driving to the Evergreen Hall traffic circle.

Step 4

• When your line number is called, you may proceed to your assigned space and to the traffic circle to begin moving in. University staff will collect your line number and place a notice on your windshield with your room number and the time of your arrival. 
• Move-In Crew volunteers will help move belongings to your room. 
• Please note that vehicles remaining in the traffic circle for more than 15 minutes may be ticketed and/or towed. Carts will ONLY be available to assist with transporting belongings for vehicles unloading in the traffic circles.