Move-Out
Summer 2026 Semester Closing
Laker Village and continuing Fall 2026 students are NOT required to move out during Summer closing unless you are not financially clear by the closing of 2026 Summer housing. Students who are not financially clear will be required to move out and WILL NOT be allowed to return to housing until they are financially clear.
Students who are in a temporary room assignment will be allowed to move into their permanent Fall 2026 room assignment beginning July 20th as long as they are financially clear for the Fall 2026 term.
Preparing for Checkout
- Remove all wall and ceiling decorations, including posters, personal mirrors and memo boards.
- Return and reassemble all university furniture that was in your room upon arrival. All furniture must be returned to its original configuration prior to your check-out. Note that there is a fee charged for missing
- Clean your room thoroughly, remove and properly dispose of all trash and other debris.
Helpful Checkout Tips and Reminders
- Be sure to complete a Clean-out Agreement with your roommates (these will be placed in the common area of your suite/ apartment for your convenience)
- Choose a sign-out time with your Resident Assistant for check-out OR visit the Laker Village Clubhouse during normal business hours to check out with staff. Improper check-outs will result in a housing fine.
- Be sure to keep your Laker ID
Packing and Cleaning Tips
Here are some helpful hints to make the process easier (and to help you avoid improper check-out charges):
- Boxes: Find boxes to pack your belongings into to make the move easier and faster.
- Trash: Trash should be thrown away by placing trash into your designated building dumpsters. Note that there is a fee for trash removal should any be left behind in your room.
- Food Bank: Donate your non-perishable, unopened food items to the Food Pantry by dropping off donations at the University Housing office in Laker Village.
- Mandatory Housing Closing Meeting: All Residents must attend at least one Housing Closing meeting via Microsoft Teams. Refer to Housing Newsletter in student email, website and social media pages for registration link.