Welcome to Richmond

Exterior view of Ellicott Complex.

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Checking In: Step by Step

Important Reminders about Check In

  • Arrive anytime during your assigned 1-hour appointment window
  • It is recommended that you complete move in within 3 hours of your arrival at the check in station
  • Students must have a photo ID to complete check in
  • Know your housing assignment, building and room number 
  • The UB Card Office will be open for new students who have not received their UB ID card at orientation. To receive your card, please bring a valid form of photo ID (government issued).

How to Check In

During Scheduled Appointment Times

  1. Arrive at Moody Terrace or the Richmond Lot during your 1-hour appointment window.
  2. Exit your vehicle and walk down Moody Terrace toward the "loop". You will report to the tent on the right (across from Richmond Buildings 2 and 3).
  3. Receive your key(s) and a post card with directions and other important information.
  4. Park in designated unloading zones.
  5. Unload your vehicle. Do not leave belongings unattended.
  6. Move your car to long-term parking spaces/overflow lots. 
  7. Begin moving belongings to your assigned room.

Moving Carts

  • Moving carts are available in designated areas
  • Carts must be checked out with a staff member before use.
  • A UBID is required for check out.
  • Only one cart can be issued to each student at a time.
  • Carts should be returned as soon as you are finished using them.
  • Carts must be returned to a staff member in a designated area.
  • Carts can only be issued and returned during posted business hours.
  • If your cart is not returned by the close of business, keep it until the following day.
  • Unreturned carts will be assessed an $138 replacement fee.
Check-in Hours
Dates Times
Thursday, August 22, 2024 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Friday, August 23, 2024 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Saturday, August 24, 2024 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Sunday, August 25, 2024 12 - 6 p.m.

Ellicott Complex Map

Finding Richmond

We have created custom Google maps to help you find the parking lot closest to your assigned building. 

When the map loads, click "Directions" to get turn by turn navigation to the unloading zone.

Finding Your Room

Walking Directions from the Parking Lot

Buildings 1 & 2

  • When in Moody Terrace (Richmond loop), walk towards Building 3.
  • If full, parking in Richmond B lot and walk forward towards Building 3 (on your left).
  • Enter Building 3 and turn left to follow hallway down.
  • At the end of the hallway, turn left and follow hallway.
  • Make a quick right and use elevator EL-100 directly on your right.

Buildings 3 & 4

  • When in Moody Terrace (Richmond loop), walk towards Building 3.
  • If full, parking in Richmond B lot and walk forward towards Building 3 (on your left).
  • Enter Building 3, turn right and follow hallway down past the laundry room on your left.
  • Make a right through the Building 4 door.
  • For Building 3, use elevator EL-101 on your left.
  • For Building 4, use ramp to ground level and use elevator EL-102 directly ahead.

Buildings 5 & 6

  • Park in Richmond A lot.
  • Follow sidewalk up and enter Building 6 door.
  • Turn right through blue door and make a quick left down hallway.
  • Walk past Rooms 191 and 192 on your left.
  • Use elevator EL-103 on your right.