<p>Move in Day at USC is exactly three weeks away and I have a variety of different emotions. I'm excited to finally be a little independent and to meet knew people. I'm sad that a lot of my friends are leaving for different schools and I don't know when I'll see them again. I'm nervous because I'm not even close to being ready for move-in(laptop, clothes shopping, need a new cell phone, finishining touches on fin aid, etc.) I could go on forever. I just wanted to see how other incoming freshman feel about the big day(or Welcome Week) and what you expect out of the next four years. Upperclassmen from USC can also post reflecting on their Move-In day experience and tell us if USC was better or worse than you thought it would be. You can tell us anecdotes or anything you want about the day. Oh yeah, parents can definitely respond too. Fight On!</p>
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Saying goodbye to friends, Roomates, new environment, football, academics, whatever relates to Move-In/Welcome Week</p>
<p>We’re driving to USC from San Diego and back home that Wednesday and also want to attend the Marshall reception at 4 pm. What would be the downside of coming noon-1sh and missing the morning mayhem (other than not getting the “good” side of the room)?</p>
<p>Move in day is exceptionally well organized, though I can really only speak for moving into the Arts and Humanities and the IRC dorms (Parkside). I expect it’s the same for the other dorms. People come all day long at different times so it really doesn’t matter when you arrive. Teams of upperclassmen help out and direct you to what you need to do and where to go. At Parkside, families drop off all their stuff at the curb and then go park in the structures. Big rolling basket things are supplied (if you get one) or family members just bring the stuff to your room. </p>
<p>It’s an exciting day. Yes there are hugs and some tears and us parents try a bit to hold the emotions in check. But things are so busy that it’s all ok. (well, sort of,… on my way home, live in the area, I completely missed my exit and didn’t realize for some 20 miles)</p>
<p>Freshmen don’t have classes the first week. Lots of activities and get togethers are planned so you have the opportunity to meet others and get used to the new environment, where your classes are etc. If you forget something or find you need stuff like extra storage drawers (those stacked plastic ones which are so useful), trips to Target are organized.</p>
<p>There’s a huge selection of posters for sale near Tommy Trojan at reasonable prices, to decorate your room.</p>
<p>I can’t believe I moved my D in a year ago, time sure flies.</p>
<p>SoCalGal, you’re a business major too? What’s the Marshall reception? I never got anything in the mail about it.</p>
<p>SoCalGal you’re a business major too? What’s the Marshall reception? I never got anything in the mail about it. Are you excited about move in day?</p>
<p>i think she may be referring to the parent reception that Marshall sent invitations in the mail</p>
<p>mayfield7, I’m the mom, S is a business major (and yes, really excited) – we barely see him these days as he’s working full time & playing the rest of the time. </p>
<p>There’s a Marshall parent (family?) reception at 4 pm in the Embassy Room of the Davidson Conference Center. Call Marshall if you want more info.</p>
<p>Well my advice would be to not go RIGHT at the beginning (not sure if they start letting people in at 8 or 9) because when we moved my sister in 4 years ago (at the Radisson), it was extremely crowded. I went after lunch last year and it was extremely easy as the rush had died out. Though, I’m sure by 11, the mad rush is mostly over.</p>
<p>Hehe, and yay Marshall students/parents!</p>
<p>Haha, but I’d rather be in the rush! It just sounds that much more exciting. :)</p>
<p>Little kindly advice to parents dropping kids off: don’t feel badly if your darling daughter or son is not into long goodbyes and is, instead, super ready upon arriving at the dorm to rush away, make friends and take off. It means you raised successful, ready-for-independence young adults. </p>
<p>Little kindly advice to freshmen: before you zoom away with your new roommate or to meet up with old buddies, give mom and dad a hug and promise to phone, text, or email SOON to let them know you are having the best time in your life. Then please do follow up and keep them in the loop just a little bit–they will feel more relieved than you can possibly imagine as you are busily embarking on this cool college life.</p>
<p>I’m like squadus. I’d rather be in the rush too. It’s kind of boring to be the only one moving in at a certain time.</p>
<p>Another few questions! I’m planning on coming at the beginning of the day, so I was hoping that once i get all my things moved into the room and get a feel for size and room for furniture, would it be reasonable to think that i could go on a target run with my parents while i still have a car? I’m not bringing a car, so I’d really like to take advantage of having a set of wheels that i can control, but I don’t want to miss out on any move in day fun! I’m afraid if i leave for a few hours in the afternoon I’m going to miss out on meeting people or activities…any advice?</p>
<p>Also, we’re arriving at the Radisson a day early, I don’t suppose there’s any way I could get a peek at my room the day before move in? That way i could go buy any extra furniture or storage that could fit in my room (a double with sink in N/N) before the actual move-in day. This would be ideal…but i have my doubts on it’s plausibility.</p>
<p>Hm, not sure on getting a peek at your room early, though, I doubt CSC will let you. Though if you’re right there, I guess there’s no harm in asking, though they probably can’t show you your room specifically, but maybe they’ll let you see some room.</p>
<p>As for the Target run thing, I don’t think there are really any PLANNED events as such on move in day. I think we only had a pizza party thing in New North, but that was for dinner, so if you went in the morning, you’d still have plenty of time. But if you want to stay so you can meet people, maybe you can ask your parents to go pick stuff up for you. But if you REALLY want to go so you can pick up exactly what you want, just go quickly. I believe there are 2 Targets that are pretty close by (if driving).</p>
<p>Someone asked if there was an advantage to getting there early - one that I can think of is that it is Southern California, and as the day goes on it gets a bit WARM. We (Mom and Dad) were doing the physical labor back and forth to the curb while D arranged everything in her room “just so.” We were exhausted!</p>
<p>If the meal plan still offers guest meals, have S or D take you over to Parkside after everything is moved in and buy you lunch. I know the kids get a bit sick of it by year’s end, but it is really pretty good! Parents can rest and re-energize and stuff themselves while students get their room arranged and meet roommates. Then you can meet up for that last goodbye and hugs.</p>
<p>It was a wonderful day, and as other parents have said, USC organizes it beautifully and makes you feel so welcome. Enjoy!</p>
<p>Can somebody give a rundown of what actually happens on Move-In day? I’m not sure what happens after we move-in and meet our roomates.</p>
<p>Thanks Trojan Chick.</p>
<p>Is it common for parents coming out of state to be back on campus the following day after move-in?</p>
<p>This is a great clip on what move-in day looks like. My D was in the marching band so our move in was much quieter in 2007. She lived in the dorms her soph. more year as well and we flew her in for band camp and then moved her stuff in on Sat. There were still bins to borrow and students to help us on Sat. as well! This year she is in an apt so we can move her in anytime after Aug 1. Good luck. You are about to begin a wonderful Trojan experience–both parents and students!</p>
<p>This is the link:<a href=“http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZUv3EAXkew4[/url]”>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZUv3EAXkew4</a></p>
<p>We are taking a taxi to go to Target. How far is Target from USC?</p>