Welcome to Truett McConnell University
*This link will take you to your application portal to log in and fill out the Orientation/Move-in day form.*
We are excited for you to move to campus Saturday August 15th, 2026, from 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
2026 Fall New Student Orientation Schedule*All new students and commuters are required to attend.* |
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SATURDAY, AUGUST 15 |
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| Time | Event | Location |
| 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM | Arrival, Check-In and Move-In | TMU Campus |
| 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM | President’s Block Party (Free lunch for students and families) | In Front of SWC |
| 5:00 PM – 5:30 PM | Official Welcome from Dr. Lyon & Mrs. Lyon | Front Lawn |
| 5:30 PM – 6:00 PM | Gate Ceremony & Class Photo (Prayer & Parent Departure) | Front Lawn |
| 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM | Dinner (Students only) | Carol Anne’s Café |
| 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM | Mandatory Residence Hall Meetings | Respective Dorms |
| 9:00 PM – 10:00 PM | Ice Cream Social | President’s House |
SUNDAY, AUGUST 16 |
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| Time | Event | Location |
| 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM | Coffee, Donuts, & Check-in | SWC |
| 9:30 AM – 11:15 AM | Campus Worship Service (Speaker: Dr. Lyon) | SWC |
| 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM | Lunch | Carol Anne’s Café |
| 1:00 PM – 1:30 PM | Introduction to Student Life Staff | SWC |
| 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM | Title IX, Anti-Hazing, and Alcohol & Drug Awareness | SWC |
| 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM | Meet Campus Security & Fall Sport Coaches | SWC |
| 4:30 PM – 5:00 PM | Dorm Wars Briefing | SWC |
| 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM | Counseling Center Cookout | Hood Parking Lot |
| 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM | Paint Wars | Front Lawn |
MONDAY, AUGUST 17 |
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| Time | Event | Location |
| 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM | Breakfast | Carol Anne’s Café |
| 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM | Professor Meet & Greet | SWC |
| 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM | “Find my Classes” Campus Tours | Campus-Wide |
| 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM | Lunch | Carol Anne’s Café |
| 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM | Student Training | Carol Anne’s Café |
| 2:30 PM – 3:00 PM | Photos with the Bear | Carol Anne’s Café |
| 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM | Dorm Activity | Respective Dorms |
| 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM | Free Time | |
| 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM | Dinner at the Luau | Beach Volleyball Courts |
| 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM | Luau (New, Returning Students, and Faculty & Staff) | Beach Volleyball Courts |
Clearance Requirements
To move into campus housing on your designated day and time, ALL STUDENTS will need to receive full clearance from Registrar, Financial Aid, and Business Office. To receive full clearance, students meet the following criteria:
- Register for at least 12 credit hours.
- Complete all required Financial Aid documents.
- Set up a payment plan or pay the bill in full through the Business Office.
You will receive an email with a link to sign up for a move-in time on your designated day. Move-in times are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Only students that receive full clearance on or by move-in day will be able to move into on-campus housing. Please contact the appropriate office to ensure you are adequately cleared.
- Registrar, registrar@tmu.edu, ext. 2160
- Financial Aid, financialaid@tmu.edu, ext. 4199
- Business Office, businessoffice@tmu.edu, ext. 3500
Move-in FAQs
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Bedding:
– Bed sheets, pillows, pillowcase, bedspread, blanketHealth and Hygiene:
– Toiletries, shower cady, shower shoes, towel, wash clothCleaning Supplies:
– Laundry bag, detergent, iron, ironing board, hangers, air freshener, broom, sponge, multipurpose cleanerStudy Supplies:
– Pen/pencils, paper, notebooks, calculator, computer, desk lampEating Supplies:
– Plastic dishes, plastic utensils, individual coffee maker, coffee supplies, compact mini refrigerator, plastic containers, water bottle.Miscellaneous:
– First aid kit, cold medicine, thermometer, tissues, flashlight, insurance papers, sewing kit, trashcan, surge protector, television, extension cord, umbrella, rainboots, curtain rod, (tension type only), rug, carpet. -
Electrical appliances with exposed coils, air conditioner, coolers, space heaters, toaster ovens, slow cookers, grease cookers, electric skillets, hot plates, or appliances with a steady electrical current.
– Pets, guns, weapons of any kind, knives longer than 2” total length (kitchen knives are permitted in housing with kitchens).
– Water beds, darts, dart boards, nails, screws, alcohol.
– Drugs, tobacco & vapes
– Posters and paraphernalia that advertise alcohol, drugs, tobacco or lewd/vulgar things in any manner.
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Campus housing includes the following amenities:
- Wireless internet access
- Air conditioning
- Wood furniture: desk, dresser, bed (normally w/ 80’’ mattress that requires extra-long twin sheets)
- Laundry facilities
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Bedroom dimensions by building are:
- Garrison and Sewell Halls (15’ X 12’)
- Merritt and Otwell Hall (15’ X 12’)
- Cleveland Courts (15’ X 12’)
- Wood Hall (13’ X 11’)
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The height of the bed is adjustable, and the clearance under the beds ranges from 3 inches to 30.5 inches.
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Yes, you can request a roommate on the enrollment application. We make it a priority to accommodate all requests.
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After completing the enrollment application, students are prayerfully considered and paired with a roommate that best suits their preferences and interests.
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All residential students must purchase a meal plan each semester. Visit Dining Services for more information.
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TMU is not responsible for the personal belongings of individual students in the residence halls. All students should purchase a renter’s insurance policy to cover their belongings against accidental damage, theft, natural disasters, and other occurrences.
Student Life Team
For more specific questions, please contact 706-865-2134, ext. 5001 or reach out to



