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Move In Day Information

Move-In Dates and Times

Fall Semester Move In - Sunday, August 17, 2008. 9:00am to 6:00pm

Move-In Day marks the beginning of college life for many students. Our goal is to make this day as easy and as enjoyable as possible for everyone. Your first step will be to check-in at the residence hall or community to which you have been assigned. We are looking forward to your arrival on campus!

Special note for parents: We recognize that this is a significant day for your student and for you. You are welcome to say as long as you like, but try to keep in mind that your student will want time on their own to make new friends, explore, get acquainted with a roommate, etc. We are looking forward to meeting you and your family!

Early/Late Arrival or Assistance on Move-In Day

Early Arrival: Early check-in requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please email your request to housing@nmsu.edu by July 31, 2008 to ensure consideration. Early arrival may require payment of a nightly rate from the date of check-in until opening day. Please note that summer school, summer conferences and our facility cleaning schedule all impact our ability to accommodate early arrivals.
Late Arrival: If you will be arriving after the first day of classes, please notify our office to ensure your space is held for you. When you arrive on campus, report directly to your area office.
Students or Families Needing Assistance: If you are handicapped or need assistance during Move-In Day, please call the Housing Office at (575) 646-3202 to make arrangements.

Driving Directions

All Residence Halls and Apartments are located on the south side of University Ave.

• From the North (Albuquerque): Take I-25 south to University Ave, Exit 1. Continue heading right on the exit ramp, proceed west on University Ave. Pinon Hall and Chamisa Village residents should turn left at Triviz Drive. Residents of Garcia, Monagle and Rhodes Garrett Hamiel halls should continue to Locust and turn left.
• From the South (El Paso): Take I-10 to Interstate I-25. Exit I-25 north to University Ave, Exit 1. Turn left on University Ave. Residents of Pinon Hall and Chamisa Village should turn left at Triviz Drive. Garcia, Monagle and Rhodes Garrett Hamiel Residents should turn left at Locust Street.
• From the East (Alamogordo): Take US-70 West to I-25. Exit I-25 south and proceed to University Ave, Exit 1. Continue heading west on the exit ramp to University Ave. Pinon Hall and Chamisa Village residents should turn left at Triviz Drive. Residents of Garcia, Monagle and Rhodes Garrett Hamiel halls should continue to Locust and turn left.
• From the West (Deming): Take Main Street Exit #142 (off I-10). Turn right on Main Street (northbound). Turn right on University Ave and proceed east. . Residents of Garcia, Monagle and Rhodes Garrett Hamile halls should turn right at Locust Street. Pinon Hall and Chamisa Village Residents should turn right at Triviz Drive.

Family Hospitality Room

Hospitality for family members will be available in La Vista Learning Center on the second floor of Garcia Hall. Mingle with campus administrators and enjoy the companionship of fellow families. Relax in leather sofas with a cold drink or check your email while your student finishes unpacking and settling into their new home. Enjoy a brief session in a therapeutic massage chair to help loosen those knotted muscles.

Free Child Care

For many students, Move-In Day is a family affair. Summer temperatures and the excitement of the day can be difficult for small children and their families. Free short-term child care will be available in Pinon Hall for children between the ages of 5 and 12. Supervised activities, fun & snacks will be provided to keep the younger members of the family occupied while students and families complete the transition to campus living. Please email the Housing Office at housing@nmsu.edu if you anticipate using this service. Parents should be prepared to present a photo ID and a working cell phone number.

Check-In

Students, once you arrive, please proceed to the check-in station at your assigned residence hall. If you brought family members with you, have them begin unloading your vehicle while you check-in. Please be sure to bring your picture ID with you. Your room and building keys will be issued to you at this time. All students are required to have an official NMSU ID Card. While any picture ID will work for check-in, you must have your NMSU Student ID Card if you are living in Garcia Hall because your ID card is also your room key. NMSU ID cards are issued though the NMSU ID Card Office. Avoid delays by obtaining your NMSU ID Card before you arrive on campus.

Unloading, Traffic & Parking

Garcia Hall, Monagle Hall & Rhodes Garrett Hamiel Hall

If you will be living in one of these three communities, enter campus at Locust Street from University Avenue. Our staff will greet you and provide directions to designated 30-minute unloading zones next to your building. Please check-in at the designated stations to receive your room keys. Once you are unloaded, please move your vehicle to the large parking lot east (mountain side) of the Pan American Center. A shuttle will run continuously to bring you back to each of the residence halls.

Pinon Hall

Unloading zones for Pinon can be accessed from the north side of the Pan American Center. From University Avenue, turn south onto Triviz Drive, then right onto Payne Street. Turn right at the stop sign. Our staff will greet you and provide you with directions to designated 30-minute unloading zones. Students, please check-in at the designated station to receive your room keys. Once you have unloaded your vehicle, please make room for the next person by moving your vehicle to the large parking lot east (mountain side) of the Pan American Center. A shuttle will run continuously to bring you back to Pinon Hall.

Chamisa Village

To reach unloading zones for Chamisa Village, turn south on Triviz Drive from University Avenue. Turn right onto Payne Street and follow it to the second stop sign and turn right onto Stewart Street. Designated unloading zones will be next to Chamisa along Stewart Street and in the spaces to the west of the buildings. Please check-in at the designated station to receive your room keys. Once you have unloaded, please move your vehicle to make room for the next person. You may park in the parking lots across Stewart Street (south of Chamisa Village) or across from the Activity Center (west of Chamisa Village).

Vista Del Monte Apartments and Cervantes Village

To reach Vista Del Monte Apartments and Cervantes Village, turn south on Triviz Drive from University Avenue. Turn right on Payne Street and follow it to the second stop sign. Turn right onto Stewart Street then turn left onto Williams Avenue at the third stop sign. Check-in at the Vista Del Monte Community Center at the corner of Williams Avenue and Standley Drive. You may park and unload in available parking spaces next to your assigned unit.

What to Bring

We provide a suggested packing list of what (and what not) to bring to NMSU.
Planning to drive down? Consider eliminating traditional luggage; it takes up a lot room in the car and there is no place to store it in the residence halls. Instead, use large garbage bags, laundry bags and pillow cases.

Local Accommodations

Parking Permits

(General parking restrictions will not be enforced August 17, 2008 except for handicapped spaces)
Any student may bring a vehicle to campus. If you intend to park anywhere but the unrestricted parking lots to the east of the Pan American Center, you will need a parking permit.

What is My Room Assignment?

Move-In Day Tips

• Move-In Day will be hot, dress accordingly.
• Garcia Hall, Pinon Hall and Chamisa Village have elevators, while Monagle and Rhodes Garrett Hamiel do not.
• Expect some congestion and traffic.
• An information tent will be located on the International Mall south of Garcia Hall if you need directions or have questions.
• While some move-in carts will be proved, there is a limited supply. If you have your own cart, dolly or hand-truck, you might want to bring it along.
• Water will be provided throughout the day.
• Limited food service will be available on Move-In Day. Meal plans for students begin with dinner on Sunday, August 17th. If you have not purchased a meal plan yet, you may do so at ID Card Services located on the lower level of Corbett Center Student Union.
• Some offices will be open on Sunday, Aug. 17th, these include:
  • Admissions Office
  • Registrar’s Office
  • Financial Aid Office
  • Cashier and Accounts Receivable
  • Graduate School