Question 1: How early may I leave for the summer?
You may leave for summer as soon as your academic requirements are complete. If you depart when classes/finals are in session, your academic progress may be impacted. Please consult your instructors for information regarding any intended absence from in-person instruction and/or examination(s). When you do depart campus, please ensure that you follow the instructions outlined during the closing building meetings.
Question 2: If I lost my express check out envelope, can I get another one?
Residential students should check with their Resident Director to see if additional express checkout envelopes are available.
Question 3: Can my family come into the residence hall after May 1st to help me pack?
No. Anyone who would like to assist you with packing are welcome into the residence hall during visitation. Visitation is ends on May 1 at 11:45 p.m.
Question 4: When can I get assistance to move already packed items out of the residence hall?
Already packed and ready to be moved items can be picked up between 9am and 9pm. Please remember that those assisting must actively move already packed items out of the hall.
Office of Housing and Residence Life
350 Spelman Lane, SW
Atlanta, GA. 30314
404-270-5344
housing@spelman.edu
Mon. - Fri. | 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Step 1: If you have not done so, contact you instructors to learn your finals schedule.
Step 2: Begin packing your items as soon as possible. If needed, family/visitors can assist residents with packing during visitation hours. Once visitation ends, on May 1st, no one will be allowed into the halls to assist residents with packing. Please plan accordingly.
Step 3: If prior to May 11 and May 20, you plan to use a moving company to store items for the summer or ship your belongings, residents must notify their Resident Director at least 48 hours in advance by email of the date and time the company will pick up the resident’s items.
Please note that residents must always escort the moving company in and out of the residence hall.
Step 4: On the day of the resident’s departure, you are to ensure the following steps have been followed: