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If you do NOT plan to move in on move-in day, there is also an option for that on the events page.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-bb8fb7c58cc1b2db161a07fbfde8e446\">Please only select move-in times designated for <strong>Riverfront Street.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-umflint-events-carousel um-flint--events-carousel slick-slider-container\" data-group=\"housing\" data-promoted=\"false\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Early arrival move-in requests are available for students with special circumstances but are not guaranteed. Students arriving early will be charged a daily fee. <strong>Please complete the <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSfZIOA9d3nfRuzTHKO_m0bBeNz-ya67lG7aWOSJ20xpG2vlEA\/viewform\"><strong>HRL Early Arrival Request Form link at on the last page of this document<\/strong>.<\/a> If you need any special accommodations during Move-In Day due to a mobility\/medical limitation, please call 810-237-6571 to make arrangements\/accommodations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you arrive <span style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">at the unloading zone, a group of volunteers called the \u201cC<\/span>art Crew\u201d will assist with unloading items into rolling carts and escort you to your residence hall room to unload. Please note that during the move-in process, no vehicles should be left in the unloading zone unattended.&nbsp;<strong>One person is required to stay with the vehicle at all times!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Please take time to review the crucial information provided on this page regarding preparing for move-in day, what to expect when you arrive, and the welcome activities at the university!<\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-secondary-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-secondary-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\">Before You Arrive on Campus<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-aeffc59a26bee6a1270c509410ad3717\"><strong>Steps to take before move-in<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Verify you are \u201ccleared\u201d for move-in day: <\/strong>It\u2019s very important that you take the time to review your student account\/financial aid. A student is cleared for housing if they can check all the boxes below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>I am registered for classes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>My student account balance (housing, tuition, fees, etc.) is in good standing, which means:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>I have provided all documentation needed to Financial Aid and accepted funds to cover the cost of tuition, fees, housing, and dining&nbsp; (if applicable).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>I have no<em>&nbsp;previous&nbsp;<\/em>outstanding student account balance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>I have no <em>current<\/em> account balance <strong>OR<\/strong> I have enrolled in a payment plan <strong>AND<\/strong> made my first full payment towards my payment plan by the first tuition deadline.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Please contact the Office of Cashiers and Student Accounts for directions on how to sign up for a payment plan. For residential students, the first payment must be made by the first tuition deadline:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fall- August 15<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Winter- December 15<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Summer- April 15<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Residential students are encouraged to sign up for the four-month payment plan. If you sign up for the three-month payment plan, your first initial payment is stilldue before moving in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-cf9fffd54493510a73d8ca91eaabe148\"><strong>You will not be permitted to move into the residence halls unless all steps are completed.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-842bd5bf487144533aaf65cc672258f5\"><strong>Get your Mcard<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the name of the university ID that is given to all students and will be your access \u201ckey\u201d to the residence hall. If you do not already have an MCARD, please visit the Mcard Portal before move-in day. DPS will be on site to print Mcards on move-in day.&nbsp; Make sure you upload your photo for your Mcard online so they can be printed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button mb-3\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-secondary-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/mcard.umflint.edu\/\">Mcard Portal<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-cc7b4655e818fc4ca9765dde6c829f11\"><strong>You will not be able to access the residence hall without your Mcard.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-7f6c653a7db2626b7e21bf9987ab4100\"><strong>What to Bring to Campus<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Deciding on what to bring with you to college can be overwhelming. Housing and Residential Life has provided with a list of things you should remember to bring. Even if you forget something, don\u2019t panic! There are several retail and grocery stores you can visit once you arrive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button mb-3\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-secondary-color has-primary-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/housing\/move-in\/what-to-bring-to-campus\/\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\">Check out the What to Bring Page<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-ed41dd80aa18fbf121813d4b07019ca6\"><strong>Review the <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/12uWZITi7Mkuf7NwdDETt8sokOuNP8iN7\/edit?tab=t.0\">Community Living Standards<\/a>&nbsp;and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/deanofstudents\/code-of-conduct\/\">UM-Flint Code of Conduct<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In our Residence Hall, you will have the opportunity to be part of a diverse, student-centered community. We seek to provide a safe space for our residents to enjoy a culture of inclusiveness and positive relationships. With this in mind, there are Housing and Residential Life policies that serve as guidelines to our residents.&nbsp;<br><br>Make sure to contact your suitemate(s) and roommate(s) before arriving.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"mb-2\"><strong>Questions to ask:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Who will bring what items?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What can we share?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What is your class schedule like?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What are your study habits?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What do you like to do for fun?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Plan which opening weekend events you will attend together!<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-secondary-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-secondary-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color has-x-large-font-size wp-elements-229a310e6e238e61579deb902cdd4276\">Arriving on Campus<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Our goal is for this day to run smoothly, so please arrive at your scheduled appointment time. The Department of Public Safety will reroute traffic that day to ensure efficient and available traffic and parking.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-row row\">\n\t\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-5\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<p><strong>Move-in for Riverfront will occur directly in front of the building. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Vehicles will enter Riverfront from Saginaw Street. <strong>Only those going north on Saginaw Street can enter the move-in line.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-7\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/b2pb2uecZtd5E2zq8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1666\" height=\"1188\" src=\"https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/46\/files\/2025\/08\/UM-Flint-Riverfront-map.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-790\" style=\"width:575px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/46\/files\/2025\/08\/UM-Flint-Riverfront-map.jpg 1666w, https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/46\/files\/2025\/08\/UM-Flint-Riverfront-map-300x214.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/46\/files\/2025\/08\/UM-Flint-Riverfront-map-1024x730.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/46\/files\/2025\/08\/UM-Flint-Riverfront-map-768x548.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/46\/files\/2025\/08\/UM-Flint-Riverfront-map-1536x1095.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1666px) 100vw, 1666px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Riverfront<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>On move-in day, residents and their guests will be directed to unload in front of the building.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Below is the workflow for proper check-in once you arrive at the building:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>DPS will direct you to pull into the unloading zone in front of Riverfront.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>While the student is being checked in, guests and move-in volunteers will help unload items from the vehicle into the moving cart.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>After the vehicle has been unloaded, it should be immediately moved to the designated parking structure connected to the Riverfront.<strong>&nbsp;Someone must remain with the vehicle at all times until it is completely unloaded.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The move-in cart should be immediately unloaded in the suite so our volunteers can help the next student. Carts may not be left in the suite.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--70);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--70);min-height:50px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-primary-background-color has-background-dim-100 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-secondary-color has-text-color has-link-color has-x-large-font-size wp-elements-49be64a1c7a92213b2f295c8f5437ec3\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\">You&#8217;re on Campus, Now What? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">We have a ton of great activities planned after move-in!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-secondary-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/deanofstudents\/welcome-programs\/\">Fall Welcome Events<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light\" style=\"min-height:50px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-white-background-color has-background-dim-100 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color has-x-large-font-size wp-elements-b7a63bff9cfedf9fa35d6cc651cd2304\">Your Resident Advisors are Excited to Meet You<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Resident Advisor position is essential to the success of Housing and Residential Life. The RA staff is committed to coming from an educational approach in order to provide the most meaningful experience for residents. The RA staff is devoted to getting to know residents, individually and collectively, by investing time and energy into activities and events that will help develop positive and meaningful relationships.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-81db352eb3b81a3ff357b54eb7d38004\"><strong>First Floor Meeting<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There will be a floor meeting with your Resident Advisor on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><strong>Sunday, August 23 at 3 p.m.<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These meetings are <strong>mandatory<\/strong> for all residents to attend. Look for signage of exact location on move in day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-secondary-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-secondary-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color has-x-large-font-size wp-elements-7f895697df935427738cf5df0654fa66\">Dining On Campus<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Meal plans are active starting August 20.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-c49a97a0061773deea29716dea366009\"><strong>Need to purchase more Maize Money?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Complete the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLScw-Rk88sAe9DEQA2miYdNfWFO1yHSc0oLv-QJZ5jM5QzCdAQ\/viewform\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Maize Money Request Form<\/a>.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>After completing the form, individuals wishing to pay by check or credit card should visit the Housing &amp; Residential Life Office in the Riverfront Residence Hall. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>UM-Flint students can also charge Maize Money to their student accounts. Student Account payments can be made at the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/studentaccounts\/cashiersstudent-accounts-home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Office of Cashiers\/Student Accounts<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;(second-floor UPAV). Payment deadlines and policies follow the tuition schedule. Unpaid amounts are subject to late fees. Payments toward student accounts can be made by cash or check; credit card payments are not accepted.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button mb-3\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-secondary-color has-primary-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/dining-services\/maize-money\/\"><strong>More information and locations accepting Dining Dollars and Maize Money<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-secondary-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-secondary-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color has-x-large-font-size wp-elements-6bdfe8e200ddadd19acae4e9c83dc9c2\">Desk Services<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Our front desk is staffed 24\/7, 365 days a year. If you ever have any questions, feel free to utilize this resource! Our student staff are always happy to help or point you in the right direction.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-row row\">\n\t\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-6\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-row row\">\n\t\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-6\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-a1fb9432e57b797d1f29f4ec0cbb4f09\"><strong>Lost Room Keys<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Each room is accessed by a room key that is programmed by the front desk. If you lock yourself out of your room, a new key may be made at the front desk.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-6\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-e8ecef6e51b6eb7f7d83b16ad15884c3\"><strong>Equipment Checkout<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Our residence halls have many amenities for their students. All of the resources for these amenities can be checked out at the front desk.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-6\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-row row\">\n\t\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-6\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-b5534c7949ec7d3bfbcd75276acc4c04\"><strong>Mail Services<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Mail can be picked up at the front desk at any time. When a package is received at the desk, an email will be sent out. Make sure to check your mail regularly, as students are not notified when paper mail is received.&nbsp;<br><\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-6\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-99363ec8e6b48e310a8bca1a252cf0c6\"><strong>Mailing Address<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>(Name)<br>1 Riverfront Center West<br>(Room no.__)<br>Flint, MI 48502<\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><br><strong><br><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-secondary-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-secondary-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color has-x-large-font-size wp-elements-9609e83a8081dead4e84964d9b12292e\">Stay Safe and Secure<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Safety is very important to us at the University of Michigan-Flint. Riverfront is accessed by Mcards only. We have security cameras outside and inside the building. Resident Advisors conduct community walks to meet with residents and respond to concerns each night. Along with the RAs, there is a live-in professional staff member who responds to incidents 24\/7.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another essential safety resource is the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/safety\/\">Department of Public Safety<\/a>. The Department provides law enforcement services to the campus. Public Safety Officers are well-trained in services unique to an academic institution. They are committed to making the campus safe and getting involved in many ways. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Department of Public Safety phone number: <strong>810-762-3333<\/strong><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-arboretum-blue-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/campus-safety-information-and-resources\/\">Campus Safety Information &amp; Resources<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light\" style=\"min-height:50px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-white-background-color has-background-dim-100 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color has-x-large-font-size wp-elements-1d12f86cbd9322178ef43038e3eaca84\">Resources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Get ready for a successful start to the semester! Use the links below to explore important resources and next steps, including move-in appointment sign-up, community living standards, and what to bring. You\u2019ll also find helpful information about dining, financial aid, MCards, early move-in requests and opening weekend programs. Be sure to review the UM-Flint Student Code of Conduct and reach out to HRL with any questions.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-row row\">\n\t\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-6\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/housing\/contact-us\/\"><strong>Contact HRL<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/12uWZITi7Mkuf7NwdDETt8sokOuNP8iN7\/edit\"><strong>Community Living Standards<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/1tPsXsyl2Chj9NQRNEmijoz5Mm-lXCraTs5xVTdtOFkA\/edit\"><strong>UM-Flint Student Code of Conduct<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/events.umflint.edu\/housing\"><strong>Move-In Appointment Sign Up<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/dining-services\/\"><strong>Dining Info<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/studentaccounts\/billing-payments\/\"><strong>Student Accounts<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-6\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/safety\/mcard-program\/\"><strong>Mcards<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSfe2n3djIAAlx7n64hQA4kdBoqRPdTspIUhlekQ-Iy3WXex1w\/viewform?usp=dialog\"><strong>Room Type Change Waitlist<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/housing\/move-in\/what-to-bring-to-campus\/\"><strong>What to Bring to Campus<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/finaid\/\"><strong>Financial Aid<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSePow7DmDJicKWbCszGJFP2JdmrJbgaQWGysvR-Uja0MIgEgQ\/viewform?usp=dialog\"><strong>Early Move-In Request Form<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/deanofstudents\/welcome-programs\/\"><strong>Opening Weekend Programs<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p> [&#8230;]<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/housing\/move-in\/riverfront\/\">Read More&#8230;<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":38,"featured_media":0,"parent":459,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-775","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/housing\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/775","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/housing\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/housing\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/housing\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/38"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/housing\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=775"}],"version-history":[{"count":13,"href":"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/housing\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/775\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":871,"href":"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/housing\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/775\/revisions\/871"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/housing\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/459"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/housing\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=775"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}