Room Change Process

Living in community and sharing space with others can be challenging sometimes. Conflict happens and other life circumstances happen, so when residents decide for themselves that a room change is their preferred resolution, our staff are available to assist in facilitating the room change process, which is directed by the student.

  • Why do I need a room change?
  • What's most important for the space I live in?
  • What have I learned already about living with others?
  • What will I do to connect to a new community?
  • What can I do to manage conflict effectively?
  • How can I do better to establish healthy boundaries?
  • Talk to your Resident Assistant (RA)
  • Email your Resident Director or Assistant Resident Director to let them know you're requesting a room change and why
  • Upon approval, your RD/ ARD will send you a room change link via your Mercury housing portal
  • Click on the link and log in
  • Identify your preferred move date (must be at least 3 business days out from the current date)
  • Review vacancies and the profiles of the current occupants
  • Select the desired space
  • Check for request confirmation email from UCHS
  • Be sure to review the room change confirmation email from UCHS with move instructions
  • Pack up belongings
  • Remove trash and recycling
  • Clean and disinfect space
  • Return furniture to original configuration and location
  • Pick up new keys
  • Move belongings to new space
  • Return old keys to original desk/office
  • Get to know roommate(s), RA, and neighbors
  • Complete Living Agreement with new roommate(s)
  • Attend events and enjoy your new home