Welcome to Campus!
We want your move-in day to be as seamless as possible. The information on this page will serve as a helpful resource to you as you prepare for campus life.
Do you have any questions?
If you have any questions about what to bring to campus or residence life in general, please contact:
Phone:
(260) 665-4646
Email:
housing@trine.edu
Move-In and Check-In Information
The check-in process allows all students and families to feel prepared for the semester ahead. The check-in process will take place inside the Rick L. and Vicki L. James University Center (720 Thunder Drive) please enter the South entrance under Thunder bridge, closest to the café. At this time ALL students, regardless of if they are living on or off campus, will receive valuable orientation information and material from various campus departments. Moving into residence halls will occur after checking in.
Fall Semester Opening:
Residential facilities will open for new students by Friday, Aug. 15, 2025, prior to the first day of class in the fall. Move-in will
be from 9 a.m.–1 p.m., unless otherwise indicated by the university.
Residential facilities will open for currently enrolled students by Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025, prior to the first day of class in the fall. Move-in will
be from 9 a.m.–1 p.m., unless otherwise indicated by the university.
Additional Move-In Dates Fall 2025:
| Group | Move in Day | Move in Date | Move in Time | Check in Day | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Residential Directors | Friday | 1-Aug | 8am-5pm | Housing and Res Life Office (Stadium 154) | |
| Residential Assistants | Friday | 8-Aug | 8am-5pm | Housing and Res Life Office (Stadium 154) |
| Band | Monday | 11-Aug | 9am-12pm | 11-Aug | UC |
| Rugby | Monday | 11-Aug | 9am-12pm | 11-Aug | UC |
| Dance | Monday | 11-Aug | 9am-12pm | 11-Aug | UC |
| Cheer | Monday | 11-Aug | 9am-12pm | 11-Aug | UC |
| Collegiate Synchro Figure Skating | Monday | 11-Aug | 9am-12pm | 11-Aug | UC |
| Summer Bridge | TBD | TBD | UC |
| Football | Wednesday | 13-Aug | 9am-1pm | 13-Aug | UC |
| M Golf | Wednesday | 13-Aug | 9am-1pm | 13-Aug | UC |
| W Golf | Wednesday | 13-Aug | 9am-1pm | 13-Aug | UC |
| M Soccer | Wednesday | 13-Aug | 9am-1pm | 13-Aug | UC |
| W Soccer | Wednesday | 13-Aug | 9am-1pm | 13-Aug | UC |
| W Volleyball | Wednesday | 13-Aug | 9am-1pm | 13-Aug | UC |
| Cross Country | Wednesday | 13-Aug | 9am-1pm | 13-Aug | UC |
| Orientation Leader | Wednesday | 9am-1pm | UC | ||
| Move in Helpers | Wednesday | 9am-1pm | UC |
| New Student | Friday | 15-Aug | 9am-1pm | 15-Aug | UC |
| Returning Students & Commuters | Saturday | 16-Aug | 9am-1pm | 16-Aug | UC |
Spring Semester Opening: Residential facilities will open for all students at 9am on the day prior to the first day of spring class. Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026
Fall Semester Closing: Residential facilities will close at 1 p.m. Friday, Dec. 12, 2025. All students not authorized to remain on campus must be checked out by a Residential Assistant (RA) at this time. Any student who fails to check out with an RA will be assessed a $50 fine.
Spring Semester Closing: Residential facilities will close at 10 a.m. on the Friday of finals week (Friday, May 1, 2026). For graduating seniors going through the Commencement ceremony, residential facilities will close on the day of Commencement at 5 p.m. (Saturday, May 2, 2026). All students must be checked out by an RA at this time. Any student who fails to check out with an RA will be assessed a $50 fine.
Immunization Requirement Information and Checklist PDF
New students are encouraged to submit their immunization records prior to coming to campus. This ensures that they have plenty of time to receive missing doses or file for an exemption if needed. New students must submit their records or file for an exemption by the end of their first semester. If a student has not submitted their record, Trine University reserves the right to place a registration hold on their account.
Click here to learn more about our immunization requirements and MedProctor. Immunization information is under “Additional Information” at the bottom of the linked page.
All bedrooms are equipped with the following items (one per student):
- Bed
- Twin extra-long mattress
- Dresser
- Desk and chair
- Area for hanging clothes
Mini-blinds are provided in each room. All apartment living rooms and study areas are furnished. University furniture and furnishings may not be removed from students’ rooms or apartments.
Items to consider bringing with you to your residence hall room:
- Bedding
- Laundry basket and supplies
- Toiletries and shower supplies
- Extension/power cords
- Hangers
- School supplies
- Sports equipment
- Microwave (small)
- Refrigerator (3.5 cubic feet or less)
- Television
- Laptop/computer
- Thermometer
- Hand sanitizer
Here are some items that are NOT permitted in residence halls:
- Space heaters or air conditioners
- Hot plates or other cooking equipment (i.e. camping stoves, indoor or gas grills)
- Toasters or toaster ovens
- Firearms or weapons, including knives (real and toy)
- Candles, incense, or candle warmers
- Network routers
- Illegal drugs
- Alcohol
- Air fryers
- Instant pots
A more detailed listing of items can be found by viewing our 2024-2025 Resource Guide.
All residential students are required to purchase a 10 or 19-meal plan provided by Bon Appetit. The Trine student ID card will serve as the student's meal card.
All 10 and 19-meal plans have an additional $75 flexible spending account per semester.
The last day to decrease a meal plan for a full refund for fall semester 2026 will be Monday, August 25th. Students can increase a meal plan at any time but the cost will not be pro-rated.
To change a meal plan, students must visit housing or contact them via email at housing@trine.edu or phone 260.665.4646.
Commuters can also select a meal plan by contacting housing or selecting one on the housing portal and filling out the commuter application.
Special diet meals are provided by dining services for any student on the meal plan. Advanced notice is requested in order to prepare the special diet meals.
More information on the orientation schedule will be shared with students during the check-in process.
New students (campus and commuters) are expected to attend fall orientation programming.
Meals will be provided to new students without meal plans on orientation days.
New students will receive an email with additional orientation and check-in information in July 2025.
Schedule of new student orientation programming, asterisks mark mandatory events for new students:
| Friday, August 15th | ||
|---|---|---|
| Time | Description | Location |
| 9 AM - 1 PM | New Student Move-in & Check-in | Rick L. and Vicki L. James University Center (UC) |
| 11 AM - 1 PM | Brunch Service | Whitney Commons |
| 1:30 PM - 2 PM | *Thunder Welcome Session - Attendance will be taken | MTI Center |
| 2 PM - 3:30 PM | *PLAYFAIR - An Interactive Community Building Session - Attendance will be taken | MTI Center |
| 3:45 PM - 4:15 PM | *Class Photo - Make sure to wear your Trine T-Shirt! | Weaver Soccer Field |
| 4:30 PM - 5 PM | Commuter Student Hang Out | Student Lounge, UC |
| 5 PM - 7 PM | Dinner Service | Whitney Commons |
| 5 PM - 6:30 PM | *The Hook Up- A Sexual Assault Awareness Program - Stadium, Fabiani, Platt, Mattox, Commuters | T. Furth |
| 7 PM - 8:30 PM | *The Hook Up- A Sexual Assault Awareness Program - Reiners, Cameron, Bukoff, Moyer, Seculoff, University Center Apartments, Wilson, Widmann | T. Furth |
| 8:30 PM - 11 PM | CCH Root Beer Bash | CCH Guys’ House |
| Saturday, August 16th | ||
|---|---|---|
| Time | Description | Location |
| 9 AM - 1 PM | Returning Student Move-in & Check-in | Rick L. and Vicki L. James University Center (UC) |
| 11 AM - 1 PM | Brunch Service | Whitney Commons |
| 1:30 PM - 3 PM | *A Shot of Reality - An Alcohol Awareness Program - Reiners, Cameron, Bukoff, Moyer, Seculoff, University Center Apartments, Widmann, Wilson | T. Furth |
| 3:30 PM - 5 PM | *A Shot of Reality - An Alcohol Awareness Program - Stadium, Fabiani, Platt, Mattox, Commuters | T. Furth |
| 5 PM - 6 PM | Dinner Service | Whitney Commons |
| 8 PM - 10 PM | Free Skate & Ice Cream Social | Thunder Ice Arena |
Freshmen are permitted to have vehicles on campus; however, their parking areas are restricted based on decal color or housing assignment. All cars that park on campus are required to have a current parking decal.
Payments for vehicle registration have been added to the student accounts.
Parking permits will be available in mid-July 2025
To register your vehicle, please visit our vehicle registration website.
For more information on parking, please visit our campus safety parking page.
Trine University encourages students to bring their own computer, mobile, and gaming devices. Our standards and recommendations are designed to meet student needs.
The university standard for new machines is Windows 10 with Microsoft Office 2016. This will be suitable for general academic needs. Check with your program chair for specific computer needs.
Trine University has wireless available in all residential, academic and administrative buildings. If students wish to connect a computer to the network, instructions will be available during check-in.
Students will be required to use up-to-date anti-virus software to access the university network and the Internet.
If a student has any technical Issue, the Help Desk is a readily available resource. The Help Desk is in the lower level of Best Hall. Help desk technicians are available during the school year from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Friday. Support is available at help@trine.edu or 260-665-4275.
Visit the Trine IT website for more information about recommended hardware and software, online services, and Internet access.
University Bookstore - to order your books for the semester
Student Health Center - information on immunizations, on-site services, and more
Check out Campus Supplies at our Campus Store