<p>will they allow me to move into my dorm a day or two before the actual move-in day? i found out that my CalSO orientation is a day before the summer sessions move-in date, so where could i stay if they won't allow me into my dorm?</p>
<p>I don't think they'll let you but it wouldn't hurt to call and ask. For the time being, you can stay in a hotel somewhere, or if you know someone, see if you can live with them for a day or two.</p>
<p>you can do couchsurfing.com (this is how i will be staying when I do my calSO). people reply insanely quick on that site, so you'll know asap if they can have you over for a night.</p>
<p>or i'll probably be getting an apartment starting june next to berkeley. your more than welcome to stay for a couple days as long as you offer a pack of beer as worship.</p>
<p>If you don't care which bed you want at the dorm, don't move in during the morning. Everyone is there trying to beat the crowd. You end up waiting over a hour to use the elevators.</p>
<p>The best is to go right to your dorm room without your belongings, and just lay claim to your bed with some personal items. Then, move in after 3 pm, the crowd will be gone.</p>