Move Out Edition
The Office of Sustainability is here to help you prep for move out and maximize the number of items diverted from the dumpster and donated instead!
Move Out Prep
The end of the school year is just around the corner. Here are a few tips on how to best prepare for move-out week and what resources will be available.
1. Start packing sooner rather than later.
Students are required to move out within 24 hours of their last final or by Saturday, May 20th at noon--whichever comes sooner--so getting a head start on packing can eliminate a lot of unnecessary stress during finals week. If you make a trip home prior to your move out date, it is a good idea to take a few items or pieces of furniture that you won't need for the rest of the year to lighten the load on move out day.
2. Make sure you are up to date and informed about your residence’s move out procedures.
Attend a community meeting to hear important move out information, confirm your finals schedule, and sign up for a checkout date before Monday, May 8th, to avoid a $75 improper check-out fine. If you need to stay later than May 20th at 12pm then you must email your building manager by Friday, May 5th to be granted permission. Contact your Resident Advisor or a Residence Life representative if you have any questions about move out procedures.
3. Make a move out plan.
Decide how you will be moving your belongings—will you be transporting them by car, shipping them, or storing them over the summer? Communicate move out plans with roommates and family to ensure everything goes smoothly and get any help you might need.
4. Set Goals.
The task of packing up your dorm becomes much more manageable when scaled down and sorted into achievable goals. For example, in the days leading up to your check out date, set a goal to pack up your kitchen ware, and the next day focus on packing up and sorting through your clothes. Separating these tasks over a stretch of time can make the process seem much less daunting.
Ditch the Dumpster and Donate Instead!
Help the Office of Sustainability and Chapman divert excess waste from the landfill!
Have items that you want to get rid of but are still in good condition? Donate them at one of our donation stations! If you have items or clothing that you don't plan on taking home with you, consider donating them. Donation stations will be available at Main Campus, Chapman Grand, and Panther Village. Assess how often you used certain items and appliances to reduce waste and avoid bringing more than you need when move-in comes.
Donation Station Locations:
Main Campus – Sandhu Conference Center Lot (near the volleyball courts and pool)
Panther Village (behind the basketball courts)
Chapman Grand (in the visitor parking spots)
Donation Station Hours:
Wednesday, May 17th - Saturday, May 20th from 8 AM - 8 PM
At each station, we will be collecting items for Habitat for Humanity, Goodwill, and several other organizations. There will be Move Out Eco-Reps at each donation station that can provide guidance on what can be donated and where donations should be placed.
Acceptable Donation Items :
Furniture (free of rips, stains, other damage)
Small appliances (in working condition)
Clothing & shoes
Electronics (working or non-working)
Electronic Waste:
An e-waste recycling bin will be available at each donation station for items such as batteries and broken appliances for proper disposal.
Unacceptable Donation Items :
Mattress pads
Bedding
Large appliances
Hazardous waste
Outdoor items
Unframed glass
Area rugs
Donations for Animal Shelters:
While we will not be able to accept blankets, sheets, and towels at our donation stations, there are a few local animal shelters we encourage you to drop these items off at on your way out of town!
Food Pantry Donations
During move-out week, Sodexo will be collecting food donations at Randall Dining Hall for food pantries. Any food that is non-perishable and other pantry goods are eligible for donation. Drop your food donations off at Randall Dining Hall by Saturday, May 20th.
Regalia Reuse Donations
After commencement, any graduation regalia including gowns, caps, stoles, and tassels are encouraged to be donated to our Regalia Reuse program. Donation bins will be located in the Rotunda Café of Leatherby Libraries starting Friday, May 19th through the end of June. After June, any donations can be dropped off at the Facilities Management building (625 W Palm Ave) from Mon – Fri between 7am and 4pm. Donate your regalia to help divert these items from landfills and support future Chapman graduates!
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