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Move-In Day

Move-In Day at Florida Poly

Move-In Day marks the start of your Florida Poly journey—and we’re here to make it smooth, welcoming, and exciting. Get ready to settle in, meet your new community, and take the first step into campus life.

Spring 2026

New Students: January 9
Returning Students: January 10 & 11

Fall 2026

New Students: January 9
Returning Students: January 10 & 11

Before You Arrive

Set yourself up for a smooth move-in by completing the essentials ahead of time.

Complete Required Tasks

Room & Roommate Info

Check your email in mid-to-late July for your housing assignment and roommate details from Student Living.

What to Pack

Bring only what you need for personal and academic success. Essentials include:

  • Bedding (twin XL or full depending on your unit)
  • Toiletries and cleaning supplies
  • School and tech gear
  • A few fun comforts (decor, games, sports equipment, etc.)

Don’t forget to read the Residential Life Handbook—available early August.

Move-In Day

What to Expect

Get ready for a high-energy day designed to get you settled quickly and comfortably.

Check-In Steps

  1. Arrive through the west gate and park in Lot 6.
  2. Visit check-in tents to receive your keys, move-in packet, and parking decal.
  3. Head to Lot 3 during your assigned time slot to unload.
  4. Our Move-In Team will help transport your items to your room.

Tips for a Speedy Move-In

  • Label all items with your name and room number
  • Bring no more than two adult guests and no more than two vehicles (no moving trucks)
  • Bring a valid, original government issues photo ID to receive your Florida Poly ID card

After Move-In

Settle Into Your New Home

Make the most of your new space and start building your community.

Complete Your Unit Condition Form

Scan the QR code in your move-in packet and complete the form within 24 hours to avoid damage charges later.

Set Up Online Access

About a week after move-in, you’ll receive instructions for logging into your Resident Portal (Active Building) to submit maintenance requests and make payments.

Maintenance Requests

Use the Resident Portal for standard requests. Call for emergencies (like leaks or outages).

Meet Your RA

Your Resident Assistant is here to support you, connect you with your community, and help you adjust. Floor meetings, 1:1 check-ins, and fun events await.

Get Involved

Join Purple Fire Week and explore student clubs and organizations to kick-start your Florida Poly experience.

Session Details

This session will demonstrate that practical risk management is for everyone, regardless of a formal program. Attendees will learn actionable and simple strategies that are easy to implement, enabling them to start immediately by focusing on their top risks to build greater operational resilience and ensure the sustained success of their auxiliary enterprises.

Presenter Profile

Michelle Powell serves as the pioneering Risk Manager at Florida Polytechnic University, the state’s sole 100% STEM-dedicated institution. Having been with the university for nearly 11 years, Michelle transitioned from a leadership role in Admissions in October 2023 to establish and evolve the risk management function from the ground up. In this solo capacity, Michelle builds robust frameworks for our dynamic, young university, overseeing our insurance portfolio, consulting on third-party and event risks, and developing critical campus-wide training programs. Michelle has obtained the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations (COSO) Enterprise Risk Management certificate and the Associate in Risk Management (ARM) and Construction Risk and Insurance Specialist (CRIS) designations. Her distinct background in mathematics and engineering, combined with extensive higher education leadership, brings an analytical and strategic approach enhancing the institution’s resilience.