When will I find out where I am living? When your room assignment is ready for you to view, you will be notified via your Oakland University e-mail account. At that time, you will be provided with instructions on how to access your new address, and the name(s) of your room- and/or suite mates. You can expect to receive your notification email by early August.   When will I move in? New and transfer students will be able to move into the residence halls and apartments on Saturday, September 1, 2012, according to the following schedule: Hamlin Hall                                               Vandenberg Hall Floors 7, 8, 9     9-11 a.m.                               Floors 6, 7     9-11 a.m. Floors 3, 5, 6     11 a.m.-1 p.m.                       Floors 4, 5     11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Floors 1, 2         1-3 p.m.                                 Floors 2, 3     1-3 p.m. Hill House, Van Wagoner House, and Fitzgerald House New and transfer students assigned to these houses may arrive any time between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. Returning students will be able to move into the residence halls and apartments on Sunday, September 2, 2012, from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. What does Oakland University provide residents? Oakland University provides much of the furniture as well as other housing items for students who live on campus. The following is a list of what the university furnishes for each housing unit: Residence hall rooms come with: extra long twin beds mattress pads dressers carpeting desks and chairs shelves  closet space window blinds wastebaskets   Ann V. Nicholson Student Apartments come with: stove microwave refrigerator dishwasher  washer dryer ceiling fan sofa coffee table end table entertainment unit   Each bedroom has a: full-size bed mattress pad dresser desk mirrored closet

How do I get my room key?
Room keys are distributed at check-in.

Do you have moving equipment I can borrow?
Flatbeds and dollies are available during check-in for your convenience. Carts also are available to check out. To check out a cart, you need picture identification, such as a driver’s license, state identification card or passport.

Am I allowed to build a loft?
Lofts are permitted in student rooms and must be freestanding. Platform lofts (i.e., false floors) are not permitted. All building materials must be cut and/or shaped outside the building. Once a loft is put together, it must be registered by completing a Loft Registration Form. A copy of the completed form, with the signatures of all owners and appropriate staff members, must be attached to the loft in a visible location. Before building a loft, read through OU’s loft construction guidelines and check out the loft diagrams, which will help you build a loft to suit your needs. Hamlin Hall has loftable beds; other types of lofts are not allowed to be built in Hamlin.

What are the specifications of the residence halls rooms?
The following room specifications will help in building a loft for the residence halls.  Note that all residence hall bedsprings are 7’ X 36”.

Fitzgerald House  Room Dimensions – 12’ X 15’ 6”  Hamlin Hall   Ceiling Height – 9 feet Room Dimensions – 11’ 2” X 12’ 6”  Hill House  Ceiling Height – 8 Feet Room Dimensions – 10’ 10” X 11’ 2” Vandenberg Hall Ceiling Height - second floor 7 feet                          seventh floor 9 feet                          all other floors 8 feet Room Dimensions – 11’ 2” X 12’ 3” Van Wagoner House Ceiling Height – 8 feet Room Dimensions – 10’ 10” X 11’ 2”

How do I access the university's wireless network? 
For information regarding the wireless network and recommended computer specifications for living in the residence halls visit the University Housing Network website

Will I have access to cable television?
Every residence hall room and student apartment unit is wired for cable television. To access the service, you must have a cable-ready television with a coaxial cable.

Do I need renter's insurance?
The university does not assume any liability for the loss, damage or theft of any personal property. To protect your property, you should purchase renter’s insurance or check your parent’s or legal guardian’s homeowners insurance to see if your personal property is covered. Renter’s insurance can be purchased through a variety of insurance agencies.