Move-In and Check-In Information
The following tips may be of use to you as you prepare to arrive in Lexington.
Tips for Move-in Day
- Are you still unsure what to pack? Check out our suggested packing list as you prepare for move-in.
- Don't forget to bring your K Book. You'll need it as a reference once you get to campus, especially if you are taking UK101.
- Dress comfortably on the big day and wear sensible shoes.
- Bring a cart or dolly if you have one at home. You'll be able to borrow from a limited quantity once you arrive on campus, but you may save yourself some hassle by bringing your own.
- Stay hydrated. August in Kentucky isn't known for it's cool temperatures, so be prepared for a hot and sticky day.
- Expect help. Every year students and staff volunteer to assist new students with move-in. That's just the kind of place UK is!
- Be patient. Moving is always an slow undertaking. UK will do its part to help make the experience as painless as possible.
- Look for the Prize Patrol. Members of the K Crew will be on the loose looking for people to answer UK trivia questions and win fun prizes!
- Get excited! You have a big year ahead of you, so hit the ground running!
On-Campus Move-in Information
Friday, August 21 - The University's Official Move-in Day
9AM - 5PM: Residence Halls Open for Move In
New students may move into their residence halls during their designated time frame below in order to participate in K Week. Don't forget to look out for the Prize Patrol…they will be patrolling the residence halls with trivia and giveaways!
- 9AM - 1PM: Baldwin Hall, Blanding Tower (odd floors), Blanding I, Blanding IV, Donovan Hall (odd floors), Haggin Hall (A&B sections), Kirwan Tower (odd floors), Kirwan I, Kirwan III, and Smith Hall
- 1PM - 5PM: Blanding Tower (even floors), Blanding II, Blanding III, Donovan Hall (even floors), Haggin Hall (C&D sections), Ingels Hall, Kirwan Tower (even floors), Kirwan II, and Kirwan IV
- 9AM - 5PM: Blazer Hall, Greg Page Apartments, Holmes Hall, Jewell Hall, Keeneland Hall, New North Hall, and Patterson Hall
Saturday, August 22
10AM - 1PM: Residence Halls Open for Move In
New students who were not able to move in on Friday may move in at this time in order to participate in K Week. Don't forget to look out for the Prize Patrol…they will be patrolling the residence halls with trivia and giveaways!
Students Living in University Housing
Questions about living on campus? Residence Life and Housing are two separate units here at UK. Follow the links below for answers to your questions.
Check-in Information for Students Not Living in University Housing
Saturday, August 22
10AM - 3PM: Off-campus Student Check-in Table
(Student Center near the UK Bookstore)
Students not living in University housing should check in to receive a complete K Week schedule and information about their K Week Kick-off meeting and evening activities.
