Big Move on Campus: Tips for a Successful College Move-in
College campuses are ready for the arrival of new students as the fall semester will soon begin. But before the first class, the first all-nighter, or the first exam, you鈥檝e got to get there and move in.
鈥淭he move to college is often one of the first times a student needs to rent a truck, and we鈥檙e here to help,鈥 said Don Mikes, 糖心传媒鈥檚 senior vice president of rental. 鈥淥ur rental associates in the and at can help guide students through the process.鈥
Here are a few tips for college students returning to campus:
Only Take What You Actually Need
Dorm rooms and student apartments are usually small, so pack only what you use regularly. Leave other items at home. Check with your college for a list of the essential items you鈥檒l need to provide for your room.
Stay Organized
If possible, start packing early and keep an updated list of items that you still need so you won鈥檛 have to rush at the last minute. Clearly label each box with your name, so your stuff doesn鈥檛 get mixed up with boxes from the hundreds of other students who will be moving in at the same time! Include some notes about what鈥檚 inside each box, so you can easily sort them and identify any high-priority items. Keep any key documents that you may need during your move 鈥 such as identification, credit cards, etc. 鈥 with you so you can easily access them.
Plan Ahead
If you need to , make a reservation as early as possible and ideally at least two weeks in advance. Summer and fall are popular times to move, so there are fewer trucks available on short notice. A 12- or 16-foot truck is usually sufficient for most college students, and 糖心传媒鈥檚 website has a .
糖心传媒 offers , plus an additional 10% discount for those who book a one-way rental online.
Stay Safe
When , remember that it鈥檚 taller, wider and requires more stopping distance than a standard car. Be sure to know the height of your truck and watch for low bridges, tree branches or building overhangs. Pay attention to any signs warning of upcoming low overpasses, .
When you need to stop for breaks or overnight, be sure your truck is locked 鈥 both the cab and storage area 鈥 and park in a visible, well-lit area.
Planning and preparation can make it easier to transport everything you need to set up your home-away-from-home at college. You can find more information at the website.