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Know Your Villages: Your Guide to Feeling at Home Before Move-In Day

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Moving into a residence hall is one of the most exciting parts of starting a new semester. Your residence hall will be more than just a place to sleep it will be your home base for studying, relaxing, meeting new friends, and creating memories throughout the year.

Before you arrive on campus, take some time to get to know your residence hall and what it has to offer.

What Makes Your Residence Hall Unique?

Every residence hall has its own personality. Some buildings are known for their close-knit communities, while others offer unique amenities, learning communities, or convenient locations near academic buildings and campus resources.

Take a few minutes to explore your residence hall online and learn about:

  • Building amenities
  • Common spaces
  • Laundry facilities
  • Study lounges
  • Kitchen areas
  • Mail and package services
  • Dining options

The more familiar you are with your building, the more confident you’ll feel on move-in day.

Take our virtual tour https://www.millersville.edu/housing/on-campus-housing-options/

Learn the Layout

One of the easiest ways to reduce first-day stress is to familiarize yourself with your residence hall’s layout.

Knowing where key spaces are located can help you settle in quickly and navigate the building with ease.

Understand Your Room Setup

Residence hall rooms are typically furnished, but layouts may vary.

Before packing, find out:

  • Room dimensions
  • Furniture provided
  • Storage space available
  • Available electrical outlets

This information can help you avoid overpacking and make smarter purchasing decisions.

Meet the People Who Support You

Your residence hall is staffed by professionals and student leaders who are there to help you succeed.

You may encounter:

  • Desk Attendants (DAs)
  • Resident Assistants (RAs)
  • Graduate Assistants (GAs)
  • Residence Hall Directors (RADs)
  • Facilities and maintenance staff

These individuals are valuable resources and can answer questions, connect you with campus services, and help you navigate college life.

Get Ready to Build Community

One of the biggest benefits of living on campus is the opportunity to meet people from different backgrounds and experiences.

Residence halls often host:

  • Welcome events
  • Building Programs
  • Floor Programs
  • Social Programs
  • Educational programs
  • Community meetings
  • Wellness initiatives

Attending even a few events can help you make connections and feel more at home. Signs are always up in the halls.

Make It Your Home

Once you move in, personalize your space with items that bring you comfort and familiarity.

Consider bringing:

  • Family photos
  • Favorite blankets or pillows
  • Small decorations
  • Meaningful keepsakes
  • School spirit items

A few personal touches can make a new space feel like home much faster.

Your residence hall is more than just a building, it’s where you’ll study for exams, celebrate accomplishments, make new friends, and grow throughout the year. Taking time to learn about your dorm before move-in day can help ease nerves and build excitement for the semester ahead.

We can’t wait to welcome you this fall! 🏠🎓

 

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First-Year College Survival Guide: 9 Things Every Freshman Needs to Know 🎒

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Starting college is exciting, a little nerve-wracking, and honestly, kind of chaotic at first. One minute you are buying room dĂŠcor and matching bedding, and the next you are trying to figure out where your 8:00 a.m. class is while surviving on iced coffee and three hours of sleep.

The good news? Every student starts somewhere and you do not need to have everything figured out on day one.

Here is your unofficial (but very necessary) first-year survival guide to help you navigate campus life like a pro.

1. Your Planner Is About to Become Your Best Friend 📅

College moves fast. Between classes, assignments, club meetings, work schedules, and social events, it is easy to lose track of things.

Whether you use:

  • Google Calendar
  • A physical planner
  • Reminder apps
  • Sticky notes everywhere

Find a system that works for you early.

“Future You” will be very grateful when deadlines start stacking up.

2. Go to Class — Yes, Even the Early Ones 😭

Nobody wants to hear this, but attendance really does matter.

Skipping “just one class” can quickly turn into:

  • Missing important announcements
  • Falling behind
  • Confusing yourself before exams
  • Emailing classmates asking “Did I miss anything?” (You definitely did!)

Showing up consistently makes college life way easier.

3. Your Room Does Not Have to Look Like Pinterest ✨

Social media can make it seem like everyone has a perfectly decorated room with LED clouds and aesthetic color coordination.

Reality check:
Most students are just trying to keep their laundry off the floor.

Your room only needs to be:

  • Comfortable
  • Functional
  • A space where you can recharge

Start simple. Your space will come together over time, just try to keep it organized as much as possible, because an organized space makes it easier to think.

4. Introduce Yourself — Everyone Feels Awkward at First 👋

One of the biggest college myths is that everyone instantly finds their best friends during move-in weekend.

Truth? Most people are nervous too.

Say hi to:

  • Your roommate
  • People on your floor
  • Someone sitting next to you in class
  • Students at campus events

A simple “What’s your major?” can turn into a real friendship.

5. Learn Basic Life Skills ASAP 🧺

College comes with responsibilities nobody warns you about enough:

  • Doing laundry
  • Cleaning your room & suite bathroom
  • Budgeting money
  • Remembering to eat actual meals
  • Not spending all your dining dollars in two weeks

Small habits make a huge difference. Learn these basic skills so you can survive.

Bonus tip: Set alarms for EVERYTHING.

6. Homesickness Is Normal ❤️

Even if you were counting down the days to move in, homesickness can still happen.

You might miss:

  • Family
  • Friends
  • Home-cooked food
  • Your own bed
  • Familiar routines

Adjustment takes time. Be patient with yourself while building your new routine and community.

And remember asking for support is completely okay, Millersville University has tons of resources for you.

7. Get Involved — Even If You Feel Nervous 🎉

Campus events are one of the easiest ways to:

  • Meet people
  • Learn about resources
  • Discover organizations
  • Feel connected

Try at least one thing outside your comfort zone this semester.

You never know what opportunity, friendship, or experience could come from it.

8. Rest Is Productive Too 😴

College culture sometimes makes people feel like they need to be busy 24/7.

You do not.

Getting enough sleep, taking breaks, and protecting your mental health are important parts of student success.

Burnout is real. Balance matters.

9. It Is Okay Not to Have Everything Figured Out Yet 🌱

Some students arrive on campus with a five-year plan.

Others change majors three times and still succeed.

Growth happens during college. You are learning academically, socially, and personally all at once.

Give yourself room to learn as you go.

Finally…

Your first year will probably include:

  • Amazing memories
  • Awkward moments
  • Unexpected challenges
  • Late-night laughs
  • Late-night tears
  • New friendships
  • A lot of personal growth

You do not have to be perfect to succeed here.

Take things one day at a time, stay open to new experiences, and remember, everyone is figuring it out together.

We look forward to meeting you all on campus. You’ve got this. 🎓

If you have any additional questions, comments, or concerns regarding the information above, please reach out to our office through email at housing@millersville.edu. 

Announcements

Residence Halls Spring 2026 Semester Closing and Check Out

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The residence halls will close at 10 PM on Friday, May 8, 2026.  Residents are expected to move out of the residence halls and turn in their keys within 24 hours after their last exam or by this time. Resident students who are graduating, are involved in graduation, or have an extenuating circumstance must speak with their Residential Area Director by 5 PM on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, to obtain permission to remain in the halls until Saturday, May 9, 2026.  The hall RAD will let you know if you are approved and when you will need to check-out.

Bard/Shenks – Assistant Director Matthew Rutkoski – matthew.rutkoski@millersville.edu

East Village – RAD Yvonne DeBlois – yvonne.deblois@millersville.edu

South Village – RAD Kei-shon Graham – kei-shon.graham@millersville.edu

West Village – RAD Philip Watson – philip.watson@millersville.edu

For students graduating on Saturday, May 9, 2026, it is recommended that you check-out of the residence halls prior to your graduating ceremony.   All students will need to be checked out of the residence halls by 8pm on Saturday, May 9, 2026.

Students may move out prior to finals, just make sure to follow the procedures listed below.

Students who have applied for summer housing, please read the summer housing section below.

Review the following information carefully to avoid violations of the Student Code of Conduct and additional charges for improperly checking out of your residence hall room.

QUIET HOURS FOR FINAL EXAMS

Please keep your fellow students in mind as they prepare for exams.  Quiet hours will be maintained, 24 hours a day, beginning at 9PM Friday, May 1, 2026, and continuing through the end of the semester.

CHECK-OUT PROCEDURES

Prior to leaving for the summer break, all resident students MUST properly check out of their room.  All residents must do the following prior to the actual check-out:

  • Remove all belongings from your area of the room (open desk/dresser drawers).
  • Dispose of trash by removing it to the dumpster area outside of your residence hall.
  • Clean the room by sweeping the floor and wiping down furniture to remove dust and sticky residue.
  • Clean the bathroom/s in your suite. This would include cleaning the toilet, shower, sink, and floor area. (This should not be left for the last resident to clean).
  • Return furniture to its original position (see schematics posted on the bulletin board of your hallway).
  • Make sure that the bed frame is at the proper height.

The LAST resident to check-out of a room should also do the following:

  • Turn off the lights.
  • Set the thermostat to 70 degrees.
  • Close and lock the window.
  • Lower the blinds halfway but leave them open.
  • Lock your bedroom and suite door.

EXPRESS CHECK-OUT

To use the Express Check-out procedure:

  • Proceed to the main desk of each residence hall and you will find express check-out envelopes next to a locked drop box.
  • Complete all the information required on the front of the envelope.
  • Sign your name as indicated.
  • Place your room key inside the envelope (Shenks students include your parking pass) and seal it.
  • If you have lost your key, complete the envelope, and write on the front: “No key enclosed, lost key.”
  • Drop the envelope into the lock box.

Guests

The last weekend dates for approved overnight guests are Friday, April 24, 2026, and Saturday, April 25, 2026.  Guest sign-in will end for the semester at 5pm on Friday, May 8, 2026.

Bicycles

Remember to take your bicycle with you before you leave campus.  As of Sunday, May 10, 2026, all bicycles left in the residential areas will be treated as abandoned property.

Mail

The last day for mail delivery will be Friday, May 8, 2026.  All first-class mail will be sent to your home address over the summer, except packages which must be returned to sender. Newspapers and magazines cannot be forwarded.

Donations

Help local families and students by donating items you may no longer need before leaving for break.  There will be a designated area in each residence hall lobby for you to leave donation items.  Items to donate would include clean clothes (must be clean), hygiene products, cleaning supplies, bedding (can’t accept mattress pads), non-perishable foods (cannot be opened), educational supplies, and other usable items. We cannot accept rugs from your suite.

Summer School

Registered summer session residents will be assigned to live in South Village D wing.  Students staying for the entire summer term or for the first part of the term may request to stay in their room until Sunday, May 10, 2026, at which time you will need to move to your summer room and be checked out of your spring assignment before 9pm that day. All personal items must be moved over to your summer assignment. There is no storage available, and you will need to remove all your belongings at spring closing and checkout using the instructions above.

For information regarding summer housing, please review our webpage: https://www.millersville.edu/housing/summer-housing.php

MOVE-IN FOR FALL 2026 REMINDER

Returning Students can check into the halls starting on Saturday, August 22, 2026. Fall 2026 move-in details will be posted in August.

If you have specific questions, please speak with your residence hall staff.  Congrats to all of our graduates! Have a nice summer!

Announcements

Residence Hall Spring Break 2026 Bulletin

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Spring Break for the residence halls will begin at 10pm on Friday, March 6, 2026, after night classes. All students planning to stay for Spring Break must register by completing the “Spring Break 2026 Application” that is in your MyHousing Account. There is no additional cost to stay over the break, but you must apply to be approved.

All students that apply to stay are approved and you will receive an email confirmation once you have completed the application. The application will close at 5pm on Thursday, March 5, 2026. Students not staying for Spring Break can return to the halls starting at 12 noon on Sunday, March 15, 2026.

To complete the application, follow these instructions:

  1. Log into your MyVille Account.
  2. Select MAX.
  3. Select MyHousing.
  4. In your MyHousing Account, go to the Applications tab on the left side and complete the “Spring Break 2026 Application.”

The Residence Hall Staff may conduct Health and Safety Inspections in each residence hall suite at the start of the Spring break. Please carefully review the following instructions and information to avoid violations of the Student Code of Conduct for improper maintenance of your residence hall suite/room.

Spring Break Housing Information

  • Guests and visitation are not permitted during the break. Guest visitation will end at 5pm on Friday, March 6 will start back up at 12noon on Sunday, March 15, 2026.
  • All University Administrative Offices will be open during the break
  • Residence Hall Offices will have limited hours of operation during the break – see front desk for contact information.
  • See Dining Services , Health Services, The Hub websites for hours of operation
  • Students are not required to surrender residence hall keys to the staff prior to leaving for the break.
  • The Housekeeping and Facilities Management staff may be working in the campus residence halls to perform maintenance tasks during the break that require entrance to resident rooms.

Spring Break Preparation Procedures

Prior to the start of the break, all resident students MUST:

  • Dispose of all trash by removing it to the dumpster in the parking lots outside your residence hall.
  • Clean your room/suite, including sweeping the floor and wiping down furniture.
  • Clean your bathroom and report any issues with constant running toilets, sinks, and showers to the residence hall staff.
  • Remove stale food from your refrigerator and properly dispose of it through proper trash removal.
  • If you are leaving for the break, turn off the lights.
  • If you are leaving for the break, set the thermostat to 70 degrees.
  • If you are leaving for the break, close and lock your room window.
  • If you are leaving for the break, lower the blinds halfway, but leave them open.
  • If you are leaving for the break, lock your bedroom door and your suite door.
  • If you are leaving for the break, please move all items from your residence hall floor, especially computer equipment and any items that can be damaged by flooding.
  • If you are leaving for the break and you have a Learning Services approved animal in your room, you MUST take the animal with you. You MAY NOT leave animals in the residence hall in the care of another student or staff member.

Have a wonderful and safe spring break!

Announcements

Residence Hall Winter Break 2025-2026 Bulletin

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Attention Residents: Please review all this information regarding the end of the semester and winter break procedures.

1. Winter break housing will start at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 13, 2025. The residence halls will be closed during winter break. Resident students who are continuing in the residence halls to spring 2026 may request break housing for all or portions of the winter break by completing the “Break_Winter_2025-26 Application”. There is no additional cost to stay over the break, but you must apply to be approved. The application will close at 10pm on Thursday, December 11, 2025. Students who miss the deadline to apply and want to apply for winter break housing may be assessed a $40.00 administrative charge.

The residence halls will reopen for the spring semester at 12 noon on Sunday, January 18, 2026.

2. Students that are graduating or working at graduation on Saturday, December 13 are permitted to stay but must be checked out of the residence hall before 6pm on Saturday, December 13, 2025. You must email your Residential Area Director (RAD) to receive permission to stay till 6pm on Saturday, December 13, 2025. The University Housing and Conference Services Office will confirm with the Registrar’s Office students who have requested to stay due to graduating. Once confirmed, you will receive additional check-out instructions from your RAD. You do not need to complete the Break Housing Application.

3. If you are requesting winter break housing and you have scheduled a room change for the spring semester, you must complete the room change before the start of the break. If the room change cannot be completed prior to leaving for the break, you may be asked to take all personal belongings home. This is to help the housekeeping staff clean and prepare for the spring semester. Please see your Residential Area Director (RAD) to make that arrangement. Students assigned to continue housing in the residence halls for spring 2026 are not required to surrender residence hall keys to the staff prior to leaving for the break nor need to move out all your belongings.

4. Students who are not returning or are thinking of not returning to Millersville University for the spring semester must contact their Residential Area Director (RAD) to receive instructions for checking out of the residence halls. You will need to follow the instructions given to you by your hall director. Failure to properly check out will result in your being billed.

East Village –Yvonne DeBlois – yvonne.deblois@millersville.edu

Bard/Shenks – Matthew Rutkoski – matthew.rutkoski@millersville.edu

South Village – Kei-shon Graham – kei-shon.graham@millersville.edu

West Village – Philip Watson – philip.watson@millersville.edu

TO COMPLETE THE WINTER BREAK APPLICATION:

  1. Log into your Myville Account
  2. Select MAX
  3. Select MyHousing
  4. In your MyHousing Account, go to the Applications tab on the left side and complete the “Break_Winter_2025-26 Application”.
  5. Once you complete the application, you will receive an email stating that your application has been completed.

GENERAL WINTER BREAK INFORMATION

  • 24-hour quiet hours go into effect at 9:00 PM on Friday, December 5, 2025, and continue through the end of the semester.
  • The residence halls will be closed during winter break except for returning residents who have requested and been approved for winter break housing by University Housing & Conference Services.
  • Card access for all resident students will be discontinued during the winter break. Only returning residents who have requested winter break housing will have card access privileges.
  • Guests and visitation are not permitted during the break. Guest visitation will end at 5pm on December 12, 2025, and will begin again at the start of the Spring 2026 semester.
  • See Dining Services, Health Services, SMC, and The Hub websites for hours of operation.
  • For non-urgent police and campus calls during holiday closing times dial (717) 871-4357. For fire, police, and EMS emergencies, always dial 911.
  • Students assigned to continue housing in the residence halls for spring 2026 are not required to surrender residence hall keys to the staff prior to leaving for the break nor need to move out all your belongings.
  • The Housekeeping and Facilities Management Staff will be working in the campus residence halls to perform maintenance tasks during the break that may require entrance to resident rooms. The University Housing & Conference Services staff may post a courtesy sign on your door indicating that the room is occupied during the winter break. This sign will ensure that workers will not enter your room without knocking. Please leave it in place for the duration of the winter break.
  • All students assigned to the residence hall for fall 2025 are automatically assigned to continue in the residence halls for spring 2026 unless you have filed an official withdrawal from the University, filed and been approval for an official leave of absence for spring 2026, filed or been approved for study abroad for spring 2026, or are a current study abroad visa international student not returning for the spring 2026 semester. All these circumstances require that you be not registered for classes at Millersville University for spring 2026.

Donations

Help local families and students by donating items you may no longer need before leaving for break.  There will be a designated area in each residence hall lobby for you to leave donation items.  Items to donate would include clean clothes (can’t accept dirty clothing), hygiene products, cleaning supplies, bedding (can’t accept mattress pads), non-perishable foods (cannot be opened), educational supplies, and other usable items. We cannot accept rugs from your suite.

WINTER BREAK PREPARATION PROCEDURES

The residence hall staff will conduct health and safety inspections in each residence hall suite at the start of the winter break. Please carefully review the following instructions and information to avoid violations of the Student Code of Conduct for improper maintenance of your residence hall suite/room.

Prior to the start of the break, all resident students returning for the spring and not registered for the winter break period MUST:

  • Dispose of all trash by removing it to the dumpster in the parking lots outside your residence hall.
  • Clean the room/suite including sweeping the floor and wiping down furniture.
  • Clean your bathroom and report any issues with constant running toilets, sinks, showers to the residence hall staff.
  • Remove food from your refrigerator and properly dispose of it through proper trash removal.
  • Defrost your refrigerator.
  • If you are leaving for the break, turn off the lights.
  • If you are leaving for the break, set the thermostat to 70 degrees.
  • If you are leaving for the break, close and lock your room window (Villages).
  • If you are leaving for the break, lower the blinds halfway but leave them open.
  • If you are leaving for the break, lock your bedroom door and your suite door.
  • If you are leaving for the break, please take any valuables home with you.
  • If you are leaving for the break please move all items from your residence hall floor, especially computer equipment and any items that can be damaged by flooding.
  • If you are leaving for the break and you have an approved animal through Learning Services in your room, you must take the animal with you. You may not leave animals in the residence hall in the care of another student or staff member.

Congratulations to our December 2025 graduates!

Happy Holidays and stay safe!

Announcements

Residence Hall Wi-Fi Access Instructions

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Get connected to the Wi-Fi in the residence halls through our contracted Boldyn Networks partner. Resident students in Bard Hall, East Village, Shenks Hall, South Village, and West Village must access the Wi-Fi network in this manner.  Residence Hall Wi-Fi Access Instructions

First time connecting? Start here:

Scan the QR code to create an account. When you scan the QR code, your device’s ID will be captured and you will be redirected to the portal or access the portal directly at millersville.hed.boldyn.com.

PC and Mac:

  • Connect to “MyResNet Start Here” from your available wireless networks.
  • Open a browser to access the portal.
  • Once you have your account set-up, please forget “MyResNet Start Here” from your list of wireless networks.
  • Select “MyResNet-5G” from your list of wireless networks and enter your password.

Support is available 24/7. Call, chat, or email Boldyn Networks directly from your account @ 833-548-7747.

Announcements

Fall 2025 Returning Student “Movers & Shakers” Volunteers Needed for Move-In

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The Department of University Housing & Conference Services (UHCS) is looking for returning Millersville University students to serve as volunteer “Movers & Shakers” for move-in help on Thursday, August 21, 2025, from 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Movers & Shakers are responsible for meeting and greeting students, their families, and helping to move students’ belongings into their rooms in the residence halls.

Student Movers & Shakers will be required to attend a short instructional meeting on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at 8:00 p.m. in the Anderson Presentation Room of the Lombardo Welcome Center.

Benefits of being a volunteer “Mover & Shaker” includes the following responsibilities and benefits:

1. Volunteers who live in the residence halls can move in early on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, between 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
2. A free limited edition t-shirt to identify yourself as a “Mover & Shaker” (*the t-shirt logo is illustrated above)
3. Free continental breakfast served on Thursday.
4. Free lunch served on Thursday afternoon.
5. The opportunity to be a servant leader & earn service hours for your organization.
76. To actively demonstrate our EPPIIC Values as we welcome new students and their families to Millersville University

* Students: Please note that if you sign up, move into the residence halls early as a Mover & Shaker, and do not participate as promised, you will be billed accordingly for the early move-in period as well as the cost of the shirt. Non-residents will also be billed accordingly for the shirt. 
Sign up will end promptly at 4: PM on Friday, August 15, 2025.
Movers & Shakers is a student initiative for Millersville undergraduates. Alumni interested in volunteering during Welcome Weekend should reach out to the Office of Alumni Engagement at alumni@millersville.edu for alternative opportunities to support our incoming students.

This is an exciting opportunity as it brings our University community together to celebrate the beginning of the new academic year. We hope you’ll be a part of this great tradition!

Announcements

Millersville University Residence Hall Spring Break 2025 Bulletin

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Spring Break for the residence halls will begin at 10:00 pm on Friday, March 7, 2025, after night classes. All students planning to stay for Spring Break must register by completing the “Spring Break Application” that is in your MyHousing Account. There is no additional cost to stay over the break, but you must apply to be approved. All students that apply to stay are approved and you will receive an email confirmation once you have completed the application. The application will close at 5pm on Thursday, March 6, 2025. Students not staying for Spring Break can return to the halls starting at 12 pm (noon) on Sunday, March 16, 2025.

To complete the application, follow these instructions:

  1. Log into your MAX Account.
  2. Select Student Services.
  3. Select Housing & Dining.
  4. Select MyHousing.
  5. In your MyHousing Account, go to the Applications tab on the left side and complete the “Spring Break Application.”
  6. Once you complete the application, you will receive an email stating that your application was completed.

The Residence Hall Staff may conduct Health and Safety Inspections in each residence hall suite at the start of the Spring break. Please carefully review the following instructions and information to avoid violations of the Student Code of Conduct for improper maintenance of your residence hall suite/room.

Spring Break Housing Information:

  • Guests and Visitation is not permitted during the break. Guest visitation will end at 5pm on Friday, March 7 will start back up at 12noon on Sunday, March 16, 2025.
  • All University Administrative Offices will be open during the break
  • Residence Hall Offices will have limited hours of operation during the break – see front desk for contact information.
  • See Dining Services , Health Services, The Hub websites for hours of operation
  • Students are not required to surrender residence hall keys to the staff prior to leaving for the break.
  • The Housekeeping and Facilities Management Staffs may be working in the campus residence halls to perform maintenance tasks during the break that require entrance to resident rooms.

Spring Break Preparation Procedures:

Prior to the start of the break, all resident students MUST:

  • Dispose of all trash by removing it to the dumpster in the parking lots outside your residence hall.
  • Clean your room/suite, including sweeping the floor and wiping down furniture.
  • Clean your bathroom and report any issues with constant run toilets, sinks, and showers to the residence hall staff.
  • Remove stale food from your refrigerator and properly dispose of it through proper trash removal.
  • If you are leaving for the break, turn off the lights.
  • If you are leaving for the break, set the thermostat to 70 degrees.
  • If you are leaving for the break, close and lock your room window (Villages).
  • If you are leaving for the break, lower the blinds halfway, but leave them open.
  • If you are leaving for the break, lock your bedroom door and your suite door.
  • If you are leaving for the break, please move all items from your residence hall floor, especially computer equipment and any items that can be damaged by flooding.
  • If you are leaving for the break and you have a Learning Services approved animal in your room, you MUST take the animal with you. You MAY NOT leave animals in the residence hall in the care of another student or staff member.

 Have a wonderful and safe Spring Break!

Announcements

Fall 2025 – Spring 2026 Housing Application / Room Selection Process (*Reminder*)

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The on-campus room selection process is now open for the Fall 2025 – Spring 2026 academic period. Below is a reminder of the four (4) different selection opportunities.

February 4 – February 5, 2025

 Shenks Hall Room Selection only

February 7 – February 10, 2025

 Same Room Selection

February 12 – February 14, 2025

 Single-Suite in Villages Room  Selection

February 17 – March 7, 2025

 Open Room Selection

To be eligible to participate in any of these room selection periods, you must complete the Returning Student Housing Application (including the deposit) at least 24 hours prior to each room selection period.

Eligible students will receive information the day before each room selection period.  Click HERE to download a PDF for step-by-step instructions on completing the online room selection process.

  • Shenks Hall Room Selection: You will only see open spaces in Shenks Hall.
  • Same Room Selection: You will only be able to select your space (please note, not all spaces can be reelected. If you can’t pick your room, that means its not eligible for same room selection.
    • Can’t be matched with a roommate to pick your same room, you will need to un-match your selected roommate/s.
  • Single-Suite: You will only see open single suite spaces in East, South or West Village
  • Open Room Selection: You will see all open spaces that are eligible to be selected

Reminder, all students not approved to live off-campus for the Fall 2025 – Spring 2026 term should participate in the room selection process.

If you have any questions, please contact Assistant Director of Occupancy Management Matthew Rutkoski directly. You may also review the full list of information regarding on and off-campus housing processs by reading the email below or vising the following website:

https://www.millersville.edu/housing/student-info/standard-level.php

Announcements

Residence Hall Winter Break 2024-2025 Bulletin

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1. Winter break housing will start at 12:00 noon on Saturday, December 14, 2024. The residence halls will be closed during winter break. Resident students who will continue residing in the residence halls during the spring 2025 semester may request break housing for all or portions of the winter break by completing the “Break_Winter_2024-25 Application”. There is no additional cost to stay over the break, but you must apply to be approved. All students that apply to stay are approved and you will receive and email confirmation once you have completed the application. The application will close at 10pm on Thursday, December 12, 2024. The residence halls will reopen for the spring semester at 12 noon on Sunday, January 19, 2025.

2. Students that are graduating or working graduation on Saturday, December 14, 2024, are permitted to stay but must be checked out of the residence hall before 6pm on Saturday, December 14, 2024. You must email your Residential Area Director (RAD) to receive permission to stay until 6pm on Saturday, December 14, 2024. University Housing and Conference Services will verify with the Registrar’s Office the students who have requested to stay for graduation. Once confirmed, you will receive additional check-out instructions from your RAD. You do not need to complete the Break Housing Application.

3. If you are requesting winter break housing and you have scheduled a room change for the spring semester, you must complete the room change before the start of the break. If the room change cannot be completed prior to leaving for the break, you may be asked to take all personal belongings home. This is to help the housekeeping staff clean and prepare for the spring semester. Please see your Residential Area Director (RAD) to make that arrangement. Students assigned to continue housing in the residence halls for spring 2025 are not required to surrender residence hall keys to the staff prior to leaving for the break nor need to move out all your belongings.

4. Students who are not returning to Millersville University for the spring semester, or who are considering not returning, must contact their Residential Area Director (RAD) to receive instructions for checking out of the residence halls. You will need to follow the instructions given to you by your hall director. Failure to do so will result in additional charges.

East Village –Yvonne DeBlois – yvonne.deblois@millersville.edu

Bard/Shenks – Matthew Rutkoski – matthew.rutkoski@millersville.edu

South Village – Kei-shon Graham – kei-shon.graham@millersville.edu

West Village – Philip Watson – philip.watson@millersville.edu

TO COMPLETE THE WINTER BREAK APPLICATION:

  1. Log into your MAX Account
  2. Select Student Services
  3. Select Housing and Dining
  4. Select MyHousing
  5. In your MyHousing Account, go to the Applications tab on the left side and complete the “Break_Winter_2024-25Application”.
  6. Once you complete the application, you will receive an email stating that your application was completed.

GENERAL WINTER BREAK INFORMATION

  • 24-hour quiet hours go into effect at 9:00 PM on Friday, December 6, 2024, and continue through the end of the semester.
  • The residence halls will be closed during winter break except for returning residents who have requested and been approved for winter break housing by University Housing & Conference Services.
  • Card access for all resident students will be discontinued during the winter break. Only returning residents who have requested winter break housing will have card access privileges.
  • Guests and visitation are not permitted during the break due to safety and security reasons.
  • See Dining Services, Health Services, SMC, and The Hub websites for hours of operation.
  • For non-urgent police and campus calls during holiday closing times dial (717) 871-4357. For fire, police, and EMS emergencies, always dial 911.
  • Students assigned to continue housing in the residence halls for spring 2025 are not required to surrender residence hall keys to the staff prior to leaving for the break nor need to move out all your belongings.
  • The Housekeeping and Facilities Management Staff will be working in the campus residence halls to perform maintenance tasks during the break that may require entrance to resident rooms. The University Housing & Conference Services staff may post a courtesy sign on your door indicating that the room is occupied during the winter break. This sign will ensure that workers will not enter your room without knocking. Please leave it in place for the duration of the winter break.
  • All students assigned to the residence halls for Fall 2024 are automatically assigned to continue residing in the residence halls for Spring 2025, unless you have officially withdrawn from the University, been approved for a leave of absence for Spring 2025, been approved for study abroad for Spring 2025, or are an international student on a current study abroad visa who will not be returning for the Spring 2025 semester. In all these cases, you must not be registered for classes at Millersville University for Spring 2025.

WINTER BREAK PREPARATION PROCEDURES

The residence hall staff will conduct health and safety inspections in each residence hall suite at the start of the winter break. Please carefully review the following instructions and information to avoid violations of the Student Code of Conduct for improper maintenance of your residence hall suite/room.

Prior to the start of the break, all resident students returning for the spring and not registered for the winter break period MUST:

  • Dispose of all trash by removing it to the dumpster in the parking lots outside your residence hall.
  • Clean the room/suite including sweeping the floor and wiping down furniture.
  • Clean your bathroom and report any issues with constant run toilets, sinks, showers to the residence hall staff.
  • Remove food from your refrigerator and properly dispose of it through proper trash removal.
  • Defrost your refrigerator.
  • If you are leaving for the break, turn off the lights.
  • If you are leaving for the break, set the thermostat to 70 degrees.
  • If you are leaving for the break, close and lock your room window in the Villages.
  • If you are leaving for the break, lower the blinds halfway but leave them open.
  • If you are leaving for the break, lock your bedroom door and your suite door.
  • If you are leaving for the break, please take any valuables home with you.
  • If you are leaving for the break please move all items from your residence hall floor, especially computer equipment and any items that can be damaged by flooding.
  • If you are leaving for the break and you have an approved animal through Learning Services in your room, you must take the animal with you. You may not leave animals in the residence hall in the care of another student or staff member.

Congratulations to our December 2024 graduates!

Happy Holidays and stay safe!