Getting settled into your new home doesn’t just mean unpacking. You also need to become familiar with your neighborhood, meet your community support team, and learn how to get assistance if something comes up.
Get Situated
Set up Your Space
Have fun setting up your room just the way you like it. Adding your personal touch will create a sense of familiarity that will help you quickly become comfortable in your new space.
Get Ready to Show off Your Style!
After you transform your space into a vibe that’s totally you, enter our Room Decorating Contest for a chance to win a great prize. Details on how to enter will be available on the housing website & social media in early September.
Connect to the Internet
Internet providers vary by building. Detailed directions on how to connect will be sent to your SFSU email account upon check-in.
You can also visit the 'Residential Wi-Fi Services' page for instructions and support contact information.
Grab a Bite to Eat
After you're situated, be sure to grab a delicious meal at Yerba Buena Dining Hall or Monarca Dining Hall. Meals are available to residents with meal plans (activated at check-in) or for $11 per person + tax (credit or debit card only).
YERBA BUENA DINING HALL
7:30 AM – 10 AM
11 AM – MIDNIGHT
Located next to WGC
MONARCA DINING HALL
11 AM – 2 PM
5 PM – 8:30 PM
Located next to TJS
Dispose of Your Moving Boxes
After you unpack, dispose of your boxes in the debris bins located in your community. So that everyone's boxes will fit, please be sure to break down your boxes before tossing them into the bin.
Get Acquainted
Meet Your Community Support Team
Each community has a dedicated team of caring professionals here to support you. Whether you have a question or just need a helping hand, feel free to stop by your community desk or reach out by email — we’re always happy to assist!
Explore Your Community
Wondering where the laundry rooms are, where to dispose of your trash, and how to pick up your mail? Click the button below to find essential information that will help you get familiar with your new community.
Explore Campus
There is so much to see and do on campus and the surrounding area. During your first few weeks here, we hope you'll take some time to explore and engage in campus life.
Get Things Done
Let Us Know How to Best Support You!
Complete the COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT SURVEY and be automatically entered into our drawing for a chance to win one of our great prizes! Keep an eye on your SFSU email for a link to the survey. We value your insights, ideas, and feedback—they help us grow stronger together as a community!
Turn It In!
- To avoid unnecessary charges at move-out, be sure to complete the ROOM CONDITION FORM within 3 days of your move-in date.
- Complete the OCCUPANCY VERIFICATION FORM between by no later than August 28 to let us know you've arrived.
Get Coverage
Want to protect your personal belongings? Now you can apply for personal property insurance through GRADGUARD directly on the Student Housing Portal.
Get Involved
Connect with Fellow Gators!
Every year, GatorFest! celebrates the return of the start of the academic year at SF State. GatorFest! is an opportunity to start strong, make new connections, join clubs & organizations, learn more about the University's resources and services, explore San Francisco, and celebrate being a Gator!
All students are welcome!