<p>To accepted NYU students, how are you handling the move-in?</p>
<p>I'm planning to fly in on Sunday, 30 August, the (apparently) first possible move-in day. I'm bringing only that which can't reasonably be purchased anew in NYC--clothing, laptop and other electronics, etc. I don't see any point in lugging mattress pads, blankets, sheets, pillows, etc. across the country when they can easily be obtained after I arrive in the city. Likewise, textbooks and school-specific shopping would, for me, best be had after I've assessed my course and scheduling situation. </p>
<p>I don't have too many things to bring to NYU. Clothing and shoes will take up a good deal of room, but I don't anticipate needing any more than two suitcases for everything. Any desiderata that can't make it for the flight will be shipped after I've settled into the dorm. I do sympathise with those of you who have quite a heavy load to bring. So I'm curious: what are you planning to bring with you? Are you flying in? Driving in? How far are you traveling from home?</p>
<p>Well I’m from PA so obviously I’ll be driving. I mean like yourself I have a lot of clothes and shoes but I also want to bring books, my laptop, and my printer. My parents and I are going to do my dorm shopping beforehand and I figured I’d bring my sheets and such along with me. I know space is limited so I have to be concious of that but I don’t see bringing sheets, books, and a few electronics as being too much.</p>
<p>I’m from Florida and we have been trying to figure out the logistics but here’s what I’ve gotten so far:</p>
<p>We’re flying up on either the 28th or 29th. I’ll be bringing my laptop as a carry on, packing a suitcase with some clothes, etc. etc. We’re shipping a lot of stuff up, probably to a family member that lives close by and then picking it up. We’ll also probably end up order some stuff at Bed, Bath, & Beyond and Best Buy down here and pick it up there. We’re still trying to work out other details, though.</p>
<p>Are you all planning to move in on 30 August or later during Welcome Week? </p>
<p>parkwest, I’m moving in alone. I’m sure it won’t be too unusual–we might even find a shopping/moving buddy or two.</p>
<p>I’m also thinking of pre-ordering and picking up dorm items (bedding, etc.) at BB&Beyond rather than dealing with the inevitable mayhem of the stores on move-in day. I’m glad a few people mentioned this, because that fact (flooded stores and the consequent empty shelves) hadn’t crossed my mind.</p>
<p>take it from a welcome week leader who was there at 7am to welcome new students last year:</p>
<p>if you are driving, unless you REALLY WANT AND NEED to pick your bed, do not come before 3pm. it is a totally f-ed up mess in front of the dorms. yes, cops will ticket you. you will not find parking. you will not have time to stop and unload and park. yes, you can move in late at night (early evening). no, you won’t miss anything. </p>
<p>bring three people if you can: one to sit in the car, one to stand on the curb with your stuff and one to come up with you.</p>
<p>try to cross into jersey to get into a bed bath and beyond. the drive is longer but they will be significantly less crowded. jersey gardens has a huge one. in Hoboken, there’s a Target right near the Holland Tunnel. google map it. </p>
<p>campus was INSANE last summer. i was running around all over campus during that day. every dorm had a huge line of cars in front of it. there were people outside dorms at 6am. if you think you’re going to beat everyone by getting there early, there will probably be someone there earlier than you.</p>
<p>things are open late in NY. take advantage of it. </p>
<p>if i sound really blunt, i’m being really blunt for a reason. i’m trying to help you guys!</p>
<p>REAL welcome week stuff, like first hall meeting, the president’s welcome, those things don’t happen until the next day.</p>
<p>We actually found the move-in last fall very smoothe. If you do want to pick the better spot in your room, it is better to come early rather than late. There were NYU buses to the Bed Bath and Beyond running all day long. It didn’t have the appearance of chaos. We could park anywhere and, from what I understand, traditionally the police do not hassle any of the NYU students and families at all. The whole area around NYU is catered to the move-in day. It was well organized. We really had a very good experience. The welcome week leaders were very nice and helpful.
One suggestion is, to make sure your belongings are easily mobile like wheeled duffles or easily moveable, because you will be on a line that moves along. Don’t bring grandma who wont be able to help you move things along or can’t stand for any period of time. Make sure the people with you can help you.</p>
<p>When I was a freshman in Sept 2007 move was very smooth. You get a move in time. I lived in Rubin. NYC and NYU police blocked off left two lanes of 5th ave. You back into the curb at the dorm area. Unload your stuff. Have someone move car. Student gets ID & key. When you get to the head of the line (1/2 hour wait) you get a laundry hamper to load your stuff in. My Mom brought a dolly too. We loaded both had to leave some stuff with little sister on sidewalk. Took elevator up and unloaded. Then Mom, Dad me and sister had to hump the rest up 12 floors. Only get one crack at the elevator. I kind of over packed. Thankfully only took one time walking up 12 floors.</p>
<p>NYU folks did a great job. I’ve never had any problems moving in or out. </p>
<p>I ws in Carlyle this year before studying abroad. Carlyle on small side street only one lane wide no dbl parking allowed yet still move in went fine.</p>
<p>I thought Rubin last year was insane. We arrived at 7 and didn’t get into the room until almost 9. We started out on the main line but were taken off of it because all of our stuff was not on wheels and had to be moved by hand. The line for carts was very long. </p>
<p>Borrow a handcart, use wheeled suitcases or put boxes on the oldfashioned luggage carts.</p>
<p>Wait, so we are expected to drive a car into the move-in area? I’m from CA, so am I expected to rent a car?
I’m just wondering what kinds of things people are bringing in boxes. I mean, there can’t be that much stuff to bring can there? I’m planning to just bring the essentials and clothes and all that stuff and then buy the rest of the stuff in NYC.</p>
<p>I am from CA as well, and I had a similar dilemma. I am thinking about buying all the bedding in nyc, as well as things like a mini fridge, hamper, etc. once I get to nyc, since it doesnt really fit into any of my suitcases. I guess I will just bring only clothes, toiletries, small electronics, and random things I might also need. Also, since I will be flying, I am going to arrive the morning of, since I cant do it the evening before due to the fact that I would have nowhere to stay, since you have to be 18 to rent out a hotel room, and I will be 17…still. lol. Can you guys give advice to people who will be flying in with the BARE essentials? Like, is there a chance that I will be stuck without bedding for the first night? haha. any help would be appreciated.</p>
<p>Sooo I should get my NYU I.D. asap and hurry to my room to get the best spot. Got it. </p>
<p>Now about the bed bath and beyond thing. Is it better to purchase “linens and things” lol when I get there or to tote them from home? If the prices are relatively the same I might just buy the stuff when I get there to save the hassle.</p>
<p>You won’t really need a mini fridge. As for the other stuff, remember that you’re going to have to lug it all to your room, so don’t try to cram everything into one trip. Make a list of everything you need, starting with the most important (bedding) and working your way down. Only get as much as you can carry or put into a cab, and remember that five million other NYU students will be doing the same. Don’t be afraid to ask one of the Welcome Week volunteers for help, whether it be with directions or suggestions on where to go. Also, remember that NYC stores are open later than their suburban counterparts, so don’t freak about not having toothpaste; you can always run to the local bodega, though don’t do it too often because the mark-up is insane.</p>
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