Getting ready to move into University of Chester accommodation?
We know the whole moving process can be pretty stressful but don’t panic – our Residential Advisers (the team that support students in UoC-owned accommodation) have come up with some top tips to help you out:
You’ll find a list of things you should and shouldn’t bring on page 8 of the Residence Guide – make sure you also check pages 9 and 10 for information on regulations and guidance:
Check your University emails for a link to your Residential Life Teams group, so you can find others sharing your accommodation.
Look out for us in the blue Residential Life tops – we’re here to help.
Take some time to explore and get to know your surroundings.
Bring photos of friends/family and make your room feel like your home from home.
Don’t bring everything you own; only buy essentials and explore charity shops for good deals once you get here.
Organise your room and keep it tidy – it makes a real difference.
Say hello to your flatmates – they may be feeling overwhelmed so don’t lock yourself away, invite them to hang out, cook for them. Try to initiate activities with housemates.
Smile and say Hi – don’t wait for an invitation to hang out. This will also help you to gain more confidence.
Get involved in as much as you can; Residential Life, Chester Students’ Union (CSU), Sport and Active Lifestyle, and Student Services have loads of activities for everyone and it’s a great way to meet people.
Get involved in Sports and Societies and get to know the people you live with at the beginning of term; it’s easier to make friends and connections when everyone is newly arrived.
Make sure you tidy and clean up after yourself in any communal kitchens or bathrooms.
Always use the extractor fan and keep kitchen doors closed when cooking – your housemates will not be happy if you set the fire alarm off!
Get to know your Residential Advisor.