Move In

Welcome to campus! Whether you're new to UWRF or a returning Falcon, we're excited that you're joining us in the residence halls this year! This page contains all the resources you need to make a smooth transition into your new living space. Check back frequently for updates. 

A first year student moves their belongings into a residence hall

Learn how to connect to the WiFi, register items such as gaming systems and streaming devices and connect to the Guest Network prior to moving in.

Learn more about mail and your hall mailing address.

A loft kit is available in each residence hall room. Residence Life will assist as able when requested during Move In. Rubber mallets are used to adjust bed height and loft beds. A limited number of rubber mallets are available in each residence hall. Students are welcome to bring their own rubber mallet. View the "How to Loft Your Bed" video for more information.

To prepare for life in the residence halls, review the suggested packing list. This list includes a variety of things to consider bringing to campus. Please also review the section of this page that lists items you should NOT bring to campus and what is provided in each room. Keeping a clean and organized space is helpful to creating a healthy roommate relationship and achieving academic potential!

What You Need

  • School supplies
  • Identification information, including your student ID and something such as a driver’s license
  • Noise canceling headphones
  • Clothing
  • Laundry supplies, including a hamper, hangers, detergent and dryer sheets
  • Two sets of twin extra long sheets, pillow, blanket, bath and hand towels
  • Personal hygiene items
  • Bathroom tote and shower shoes
  • Water bottle/travel mug
  • First aid/general health kit
  • Cleaning supplies (nothing containing bleach or ammonia)
  • Medical information including
    • Names and phone numbers of primary and specialty care provider
    • If you do not have insurance, you will have access to healthcare services through Student Health Services

Please leave these items at home!

  • Wireless printer – printer and copy machines are available on campus!
  • Refrigerator and microwave
  • Halogen lights/lamps
  • Hot plates or open heating coil appliances
  • Items requiring open flames such as candles, oil lamps and incense
  • Foam-backed carpeting or foam pads used under carpeting
  • Pets (exceptions are harmless fish in 10 gallon or smaller aquariums)
  • Fireworks or other explosives, as well as dangerous weapons, including but not limited to guns (also airsoft, pellet and paintball), rifles, bow and arrows, crossbows, large sporting or hunting knives, swords or spears

A variety of items are provided in every room on campus (extended housing spaces may vary). A full list of room dimensions and amenities is provided on each individual residence hall webpage. Students are not permitted to remove or store any of the provided room furnishings outside of the residence hall room.

  • Microwave/refrigerator unit
  • Loftable bed unit
  • Twin XL mattress
  • Desk and desk chair
  • Bookshelf
  • Dresser/wardrobe/closet

Helpful How Tos

Check out the below video for helpful tips for lofting your bed.

Residence Life

410 S. 3rd St.
B3 East Hathorn Hall
River Falls, WI 54022

reslife@uwrf.edu

715-425-4555

Monday-Friday, 7:45 a.m.-4:30 p.m.