Residence Halls

• Establish ownership in case your bike is stolen! Bike theft is the number one crime at UCSB. Register your bike on the Community Service Officer's Online Bicycle Registration page and the $10 registration fee will be charged to your BARC account.
• For more information about UCSB's Bicycle Program including campus rules and regulations, please visit the UCSB Police Department's website.

• For information on receiving mail and how to address your packages, please visit our Mail web page. Of particular importance is the What’s My Address page which will help you to properly address your mail and packages depending on the carrier.
• Please do not address mail or packages to your University housing that are slated to arrive before move-in day, as buildings are locked and these packages are returned as undeliverable.

• You can change your meal plan now, or at any time during the year, by completing the meal plan change process.
• Please note that meal plan changes go into effect the Monday of the following week.
• To have your meal plan change go into effect for the first week, please complete your request for a change by September 11, 2022.
• For more information on changing meal plans, please visit the dining website and its section on changing meal plans.

We recommend that residents reach out to their roommates to coordinate what they are going to bring to the room to allow residents to maximize the space in their rooms. All residence hall rooms are fully furnished and the following is already included: bed, desk, chair, dresser, mirror, towel bar, wastebasket, and drapes.

At a minimum, each resident should bring:

• pillow and pillowcase
• sheets and mattress cover (beds are extra large twin size)
• blankets
• towels
• bathrobe and shower shoes
• toiletries and carrying caddy
• multiple surgical masks, KN94, KN95 or N95
• a thermometer
• headphones
• a set of personal reusable cutlery and reusable cloth napkins

Many residents may also want to bring:

• a laundry basket and detergent
• decorations – push pins for posters, etc.
• filtered water pitcher (e.g. Brita or Pur)
• refrigerator (4.5 cu. ft. or smaller). The UCSB Campus Store has an agreement with Collegiate Concepts for refrigerator rentals that will be delivered directly to student rooms.
• hot beverage mug, reusable water bottle, other dishes and utensils for snacks
• items to keep your space clean and tidy
• bicycle, helmet, U-Lock and bike light (put lock and light on bike before leaving home)
• computer and printer
• high quality surge protector(s)
• small fan
• rain gear
• small desk lamp
• lawn chair for outdoor social distancing meetings
• if you're planning to work on-campus, or anywhere in the local area, you will need to have original documentation to verify your eligibility to work; see these links for more information US Citizen and Immigration Services (USCIS) acceptable documents and Employment Eligibility Verification form (see page 3).

The following items are NOT allowed:

• explosives, firearms, or other weapons
• illegal drugs or alcohol
• empty alcohol containers as decorations
• torchiere-style (floor lamps), halogen, or incandescent lamps
• waterbeds
• pets (no unapproved pets allowed in buildings at any time, especially during Move-In);
• cooking in rooms is not allowed and thus equipment, including (but not limited to): microwave, hot plate, coffee pot, hot water kettle, toaster, rice cooker, grill, hot coils, and popcorn poppers are prohibited

• For students, a valid parking ePermit is mandatory for all vehicles parked in Campus Housing areas. Students bringing a car with them to campus must purchase a parking ePermit through Transportation & Parking Services. Please visit our Parking page for helpful information relevant to each of our communities.
• Please note: All UCSB parking permits have transitioned to a virtual ePermit parking system. The UCSB ePermit system works by associating your vehicle’s license plate with your individual parking account. The UCSB ePermit allows one vehicle to be associated with your parking ePermit. Upon application please be prepared to provide a copy of your vehicle's DMV registration.

• We understand that some available move-in times may not work for students observing Yom Kippur. If this applies to you, please note that you may sign up for any available move-in day and time.
• To learn more, please review the Religious Holiday Conflicts policy.

• Upon moving in, please inspect your new space (including all common areas and bathrooms) for any damages.
• Please submit a move-in condition form via our online work order system on the Get it Fixed web page.
• Each resident must submit their own move-in condition form.
• If you do not submit a move-in condition form within 72 hours of checking in, you accept the space as is and assume liability for the condition of your unit.
• Any damages that are not reported and need to be repaired after move-out will be charged to your BARC account.

• Connecting to eduroam:
  • When prompted for a username, type YourNetID@ ucsb.edu. The @ucsb.edu is required, or the login will not work.
  • For the password, use your UCSB NetID password.
  • If prompted about a security certificate, choose ignore/accept/continue/trust etc.
  • If you have any problems, please visit ResNet's FAQ page. If you continue to experience issues connecting to WiFi, please submit a support request.

We support waste reduction, reuse and recycling! To avoid unnecessary waste and save money, please follow these “Zero Waste Move-In Tips.”

• Space is tight ─ so less is more (less stuff = more space to relax).
• Only pack what you need. Buy supplies that you know you will use. It is exciting to buy all new materials, but it is very easy to create a lot of waste. Start with what you already have and buy the essentials, you can always get more later.
• Discuss what appliances you plan to bring with your roommates. Be mindful of your shared space and try to make arrangements to share items such as an iron or television to ensure everyone is comfortable.
• Don’t buy “just in case” items. You will usually be able to borrow items from your neighbors and friends, or find free resources around campus. Learn about programs on campus that help students get important items.
• Donate, donate, donate. Luckily, the laundry room is never too far. Take this opportunity to purge your closet (or just leave it behind for now) and just bring what you will absolutely use. Donate clothes and other items that you don’t need or want!
• Pack with what you have. Laundry baskets, storage bins, drawers, baskets, pillow cases, towels, and other reusable materials can be utilized as packing materials. Avoid using plastic trash bags. Use recycled boxes if needed ─ check a local grocery store, liquor store, or your workplace for secondhand boxes.
• Re-use those boxes. Fold the flaps of your cardboard boxes so they will not require tape. Instead of bubble wrap, try household towels or newspaper for fragile items. Make sure to reuse or recycle all of your packaging later. Avoid using tape if possible, as it make recycling cardboard harder.
• Used items are even better than new! You can buy used textbooks, iClickers, furniture, decorations, clothing, and more. There are textbook and item exchange pages through Facebook specific for UCSB students and the Santa Barbara community. You can also rent textbooks through the UCSB Library, and iClickers through Associated Students. ​

Follow the above tips and together we can make a difference in supporting UCSB on its way to becoming a sustainable community!