Thank you for attending our 2025 summer orientation presentation! We are so excited to welcome a new class of Tar Heels to our beautiful campus. To help you prepare for this exciting process, we have compiled a comprehensive list of resources and links that we touched on during the presentation. If you still have any questions after reviewing these resources, do not hesitate to reach out to us here at Carolina Housing! You are welcome to stop by our office, call, or email us and we will be happy to assist. Thank you again, and we hope you enjoy the rest of your summer!
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Episode 1: Student Employment Opportunities
Episode 2: UNC Package Centers
Episode 3: Residential Education and Programming
Episode 4: Housing Assignments
Episode 6: Off-Campus Student Life
Episode 7: Campus Dining Services
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Granville Towers is affiliated with Carolina Housing but privately managed.
Looking to see what’s included in your room? Check out this website to see all the included furniture and measurements of each room:
Carolina Housing also has Residential Computing Consultants, aka in-building tech support! On-site IT support, educational programs, cutting-edge technologies and printing stations – all right in your residential community.
CCI printing, formally known as the Carolina Print Hub, is available in every community for students to utilize. Bringing your own printer is totally optional.
Click Here for More Information
The Residential Hall Association (RHA) makes renting or buying mini fridges and microwaves easy!
Select a room type and then use the buttons below the room photo to select virtual tour of your choosing. This can help with planning before move in day.
Bathroom virtual tours and floor plans are also available! Select the room type of your choice and view floor plans and go on virtual tours of our various bathroom styles.
View the Floor Plans and Virtual Tours Here
Laundry is free to use! Please make sure to take note of laundry guidelines to make sure all residents have the best laundry experience.
Learn More About Laundry Information and Laundry Room Locators Here
Looking for an on-campus job? Check out our student staff positions guide and keep a lookout for job postings.
Community Directors are professional staff who oversee all residential communities and supervise Resident Advisors (RAs) and Office Assistants (OAs).
UNC PD supports the University's core missions, while also addressing public safety needs of the campus community.
Check Out the UNC PD Website for More Information
SafeWalk is a student-run, university sponsored organization whose mission is to provide safe travel alternatives to UNC-Chapel Hill students at night. If requested, two trained students, employed by UNC PD will walk with you to your destination.
Check Out the SafeWalk Website Here
In Summer 2023, the University installed approximately 270 exterior door security cameras in the residence halls. These cameras do not record and will not be actively monitored. They are designed to protect residents in their living spaces.
Carolina Gaming Arena: https://carolinagaming.unc.edu/
Chapel Thrill Escapes: https://www.chapelthrillescapes.com/
BeAM Website: https://beam.unc.edu/
Hardin Advising Hub: https://housing.unc.edu/play/partnership-spaces/hardin-advisory-hub/
Edible Campus Website: https://ncbg.unc.edu/engagement/edible-campus-unc/
Morrison Art Studio: https://housing.unc.edu/play/partnership-spaces/morrison-art-studio/
Carolina Cupboard Website: https://carolinacupboard.web.unc.edu/
Letters and packages are automatically routed to the package center closest to your building. You will receive an email when you have a package/mail that is ready for pickup. In order to receive your mail, you will need to present a photo ID (one card, one card app, Driver's License, Passport, etc).
The Housing Contract is the basic document that states the student's and the University's contractual obligations. All information contained in the Carolina Housing web pages, including the Community Living Standards section, is a legally binding adjunct which is incorporated into the Housing Contract.
Click Here to Access the Rights and Responsibilities A Student Has When Living On Campus
Not sure what to bring to campus? Page 9 of the Move-In Guide has a great checklist!
Check Out Our Move-In Guide for Some Tips
Read about more prohibited items on page 10 of the Move-In Guide! Our guidelines are based on recommendations from Fire and Safety Officials.
Check Out What Is Approved and What Is Not Approved
This will be found on page 4 of the Move-In Guide!
Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) is an amazing organization that is committed to addressing the mental health concerns of the campus community.
Wellbeing Coaches are also available to offer students living in Hinton James a kind, listening ear, as well as creating a goal-oriented plan to resolve concerns.
This is our one stop resource for important dates related to on-campus living!
Service desks are run by student staff Office Assistants (OAs) and can assist in a multitude of ways! If you need a temporary key, enhancements (pots and pans, sports equipment, etc) or just need to ask a quick question, check out your service desk.
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Carolina Housing is here for you! Still have some questions? Feel free to stop by our office, or use the contact information provided on the bottom of our website.