News and Events
Fall 2020 Early Start and Move-In
As stated in Chancellor Guskiewicz’s announcement today regarding the early Fall 2020 Semester start date of Aug. 10, the Move-In process will begin Aug. 3. Move-In will be by pre-scheduled appointments to help achieve physical distancing for this process. For the Chancellor’s full announcement, click here.
Additional information and details about Housing Assignments, Move-In process and anticipated COVID-19 modifications to living on campus will be coming soon.
Package Center Student Positions - Fall '20-'21 Now Open
Package Service Representatives (PSRs) are responsible for receiving, storing and distributing mail and packages at Hinton James, Morrison and Spencer Package Centers to students living in campus housing. These positions are for Fall 20-21 Semester. For more information and the application: https://housing.unc.edu/about-us/employment-opportunities/student-positions/package-center-staff
Final Move Out Update For Items Left In Your Room On Campus
For the full announcement, click here.
View the Admitted Students Housing Presentation
Congrats to all the Admitted Students for the 2020-2021 Academic Year! We hope you choose to become Tar Heels and join our amazing Carolina Community. Look for "Your Guide to Living on Campus – 2020-21" in the mail now. View a digital copy of the 2020-2021 Guide to Living On Campus: click here
Important Message from UNC Police & Carolina Housing - Residence Hall Walk Throughs
*****For On-Campus residents with APPROVED Special Circumstances Waivers *****
Dear Resident,
We hope that you are doing well during this time.
As the current pandemic situation unfolds, we continue to identify additional ways to promote safety and security on campus. To this end, our UNC Police officers will be conducting walking patrols through all residential buildings. The purpose of these patrols is to provide additional security for residents who are approved to remain on campus.
Orange County "Stay At Home" Order & Your Move Out Appointment
Orange County Issues a “Stay at Home” Order to Take Effect March 27 at 6pm.
Orange County has issued an amendment to the Declaration of a State of Emergency. The amendment orders the public to Stay at Home to prevent further spread of COVID-19. The Order will take effect on Friday, March 27, 2020 at 6 p.m. and will remain in effect until April 30, 2020 at 5 p.m.
Go to the: Orange County, NC Official Announcement
COVID-19 Student Impact Fund
Carolina Student Impact Fund. The fund will provide emergency support for various expenses, such as housing, food, travel and technology to students who are unable to meet the unexpected financial burdens resulting from the effects of the novel coronavirus. For more details:
Make Your Move Out Appointment
- Students currently on campus are encouraged to move out as soon as possible and no later than 5 p.m. on Saturday, March 21.
- All other students should remain at or return to their permanent off-campus residence and should sign up for a check out appointment. Appointments for move-out will scheduled in 2-hour slots from Sun. March 22 – Wed. April 1, 2020 between the hours of 8 am – 4 pm.
COVID-19 Student Mail & Package Updates
Dear residents,
In order to mitigate the impacts of COVID-19, the mail and package center operations team is constantly evaluating our procedures to best serve our community. Please note that these policies are subject to change, but we are committed to keeping you updated as this situation develops.
As of 3/13/2020, the following policies are in effect for on-campus residents:
Packages:
Use Spring Break To Lighten Your Move-Out Load!
We know it's a bit early to think about Move-Out for your student, but if we were to give one tip, it would be to use Spring Break to clean out your room and bring home items you no longer need. One, it will substantially lighten your move-out load, and help your student get organized...after all, Last Day of Classes is quickly approaching !! Here's a quick break down of Move-Out dates, with more details coming soon:
May 6 - move-out for all - except Seniors - by 1pm
May 10 - move-out for graduating Seniors by 10am
Conference Assistant Summer Jobs
Want to stay at UNC this summer? We're Hiring - Conference Assistants: FT summer jobs with housing provided - Live where you work!
To Apply - click here!
Summer 2020 Housing
This Summer, Rethink Summer and Stay at UNC!
Spending a summer at UNC taking classes and enjoying the Chapel Hill area is an experience that nearly 3 out of every 4 undergraduate students will have. As long as you are enrolled in summer school, you are eligible to apply for summer school housing.*
Hiring Community Directors
Carolina housing is hiring Community Directors!
The Community Director (CD) is an entry-level, full-time, 12-month, live-in appointment with Carolina Housing within the Division of Student Affairs. The position is categorized as Exempt from the State Personnel Act (EPA) Non-Faculty employee, categorized as Instructional.
Position Overview
2019-2020 Keith Shawn Smith RA Award
Has your RA had a positive impact on your Carolina experience this year? Do you think you have the best RA ever?!! Nominate them for the 2019-2020 Keith Shawn Smith RA Award - a Chancellor's Award for Community Development and Mentorship. Applications now open!
Food Truck Thursdays
Introducing Food Truck Thursdays in SASB Plaza! Starting this Thursday 1/9 from 6pm - 8:30pm. Bring your appetite! In partnership with Carolina Dining Services (CDS).
Mail & Package Center Winter Break 2019 Operations
Winter Break Mail & Package Center Operations - Students should NOT send packages to school address during break.
Morrison, Spencer & Hinton James Package Centers
Closed Saturday, December 14
Morrison Package Center (only PC open during break)
Monday, December 16 – Friday, December 20 ~ Open 9am – 3pm
Saturday, December 21 – Wednesday, January 1 ~ Closed
Skyfactor Survey Winner Jayla J.!!
Each year, we spend a lot of our time and focus on effectively evaluating our performance in providing you the best on-campus living experience. We believe that carefully considering the feedback we receive from you makes us better at what we do.
To make us better, we need your input! Carolina Housing is using a web-based, voluntary survey, called the Skyfactor Resident Assessment, which is administered across hundreds of college campuses nationwide. This way, when you provide your feedback, we can compare our results to other schools across the country.
Skyfactor Survey Winner Emily R.!!
Each year, we spend a lot of our time and focus on effectively evaluating our performance in providing you the best on-campus living experience. We believe that carefully considering the feedback we receive from you makes us better at what we do.
To make us better, we need your input! Carolina Housing is using a web-based, voluntary survey, called the Skyfactor Resident Assessment, which is administered across hundreds of college campuses nationwide. This way, when you provide your feedback, we can compare our results to other schools across the country.
Skyfactor Survey Winner Bill L. !!
Each year, we spend a lot of our time and focus on effectively evaluating our performance in providing you the best on-campus living experience. We believe that carefully considering the feedback we receive from you makes us better at what we do.
To make us better, we need your input! Carolina Housing is using a web-based, voluntary survey, called the Skyfactor Resident Assessment, which is administered across hundreds of college campuses nationwide. This way, when you provide your feedback, we can compare our results to other schools across the country.
Skyfactor Survey Winner Gwendalyn F.!!
Each year, we spend a lot of our time and focus on effectively evaluating our performance in providing you the best on-campus living experience. We believe that carefully considering the feedback we receive from you makes us better at what we do.
To make us better, we need your input! Carolina Housing is using a web-based, voluntary survey, called the Skyfactor Resident Assessment, which is administered across hundreds of college campuses nationwide. This way, when you provide your feedback, we can compare our results to other schools across the country.
Skyfactor Survey Winner Manvee B.!!
Each year, we spend a lot of our time and focus on effectively evaluating our performance in providing you the best on-campus living experience. We believe that carefully considering the feedback we receive from you makes us better at what we do.
Skyfactor Survey Winner Amirsaman Z.!!
Each year, we spend a lot of our time and focus on effectively evaluating our performance in providing you the best on-campus living experience. We believe that carefully considering the feedback we receive from you makes us better at what we do.
Skyfactor Resident Assessment Survey 2019
Each year, we spend a lot of our time and focus on effectively evaluating our performance in providing you the best on-campus living experience. We believe that carefully considering the feedback we receive from you makes us better at what we do.
To make us better, we need your input! Carolina Housing is using a web-based, voluntary survey, called the Skyfactor Resident Assessment, which is administered across hundreds of college campuses nationwide. This way, when you provide your feedback, we can compare our results to other schools across the country.
Package Centers
The Spring 2020 Student Staff Recruitment is currently closed. Thank you!
Save Money! Live On Campus '20-'21 - Apply Now!
Want to save money? Live On Campus next year! Just look at these savings!
More details, click here.
Claim The Game!
Claim The Game Residence Hall Challenge is On!
It's easy:
- attend a Home football game
- swipe your OneCard
- we tally resident attendance by building - will provide updates throughout the coming weeks
- winning residence hall with most season game attendees wins a Grand Prize (to be announced end-of-season)!!
First Year Friday Events
Join Us! First Year Experience - FYE - has variety of great events that are sure to be fun for all!
Parents - Sign Up for Our Housing Newsletter
Parents, stay up to the date on the latest Carolina Housing information with our monthly newsletter. We offer important dates, tips and key initiatives that enhance your child's on-campus living experience. Sign up with the link below and expect the first newsletter the following month.