MOVE IN Information for students living in:
HINGSTON HALL (HA and HB), JESUIT, and GREY NUNS
RESIDENCES
The Residence Life Team looks forward to meeting you during Move-In Weekend. It's going to
be a very exciting time for you. Please be sure to read all of the information provided, and if
you have any questions please don’t hesitate to contact us.
BEFORE MOVING INTO RESIDENCE
The Residence Life Team strongly recommends that you read and familiarize yourself with the
Community Living Standards and Discipline Code with respect to what your responsibilities are
while living in residence.
WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING - List of things to bring to live in residence.
Moving into residence
Move-In Weekend is August 29-30, 2015
Saturday, August 29th - 9am to 7pm
Sunday, August 30th - 9am to 7pm
YOUR MOVE-IN DATE AND ARRIVAL TIME - VERY IMPORTANT - We need to
know when you will be arriving.
Please complete the Concordia Residence Life - Check-In Confirmation Form by August 26th
Loyola Campus – Hingston Halls (HA & HB) and Jesuit Residence
Residents living in Hingston Hall (HA-HB) and the Jesuit Residence (JR) will go directly to their
respective residence located at 7141 Sherbrooke Street West, (off West Broadway, Civic
address 4455), Montreal, Quebec - See Map.
Parking for Hingston Hall (HA & HB) and the Jesuit Residence is available at the front of each
building during unloading, following which, all vehicles must be moved to the larger parking area
near the Psychology building. Volunteers will be available to offer a helping hand.
Sir George Williams Campus - Grey Nuns Residence
Main entrance for both East and West sides of the building is 1190 Guy Street. HOWEVER for
move in weekend please follow the instructions below:
Arriving by car- Enter gate at 1200 Guy Street, (between Ste. Catherine Street and Rene
Levesque Boulevard) Montreal, Quebec and receive/follow parking instructions:
Students living on the East side will drop of their tagged luggage at the garage doors and
then immediately exit via 1185 St. Mathieu (around the rear of Grey Nuns.).
Students living on the West side parents will leave their student at the main entrance gate
at 1200 Guy and proceed directly to the West side of Grey Nuns, drop off their tagged luggage
and move out and find parking off the property.
There will be volunteers on hand who will assist in bringing all baggage to your room.
All students living in the Grey Nuns Residence are asked to go directly to room E-104 on the
East side of the Grey Nuns Residence to check in.
Parking is available on site for a very limited time to unload. Drivers are then asked to find
street parking or in any of the parking lots around the residence.
See Map.
Arriving on foot - Residents can present themselves at 1190 Guy St. entrance, drop off their
tagged luggage at the garage and proceed directly to room E-104.
Directions to Concordia University - Directions to both Campuses
If you get lost finding your building on your scheduled moving date here are a list of phone
numbers for each of the buildings:
Hingston Hall (HA & HB)
(514) 889-4755
Jesuit Residence
(514) 591-7355
Grey Nuns Residence
(514) 463-2007
The Check-In Process
On arrival you will:
- sign your lease which starts on August 29, 2015 and ends May 2nd, 2015 (Exchange students
only - lease dates August 29th to December 31st, 2015)
- obtain the access card to the building, keys to your room and mailbox
- sign a document giving Residence Life authorization to take your photo for security purposes
- proceed to your room with a Resident Assistant or Residence Life Staff member and
complete your room assessment sheet. We encourage you to actively participate in assessing
your room as this will help you when you check out of your room.
Guests (family and friends) are not invited to stay in residence with the students during MoveIn Weekend (August 29 and 30, 2015) and Orientation Week (August 31 to September 6) as
well as the first week of classes (September 7 to 13) inclusive.
Orientation session
Students are given information about the Residence rules/regulations, as well as an opportunity
to meet your fellow community members and the Residence Life Staff. The University
Orientation is different from Residence Life Orientation.
Orientation “FRESH” week activities
The Residence Life Staff will be planning a variety of fun activities that begin with a BBQ on
Monday, August 31 and continue throughout the week. A schedule of events will be provided
to you when you arrive.
Events being planned during FRESH week (August 31 to September 6) include: Ikea trip – Color
Wars/Scavenger Hunt – Photo Exhibit – La Ronde – Tour of Le Gym – Stingers Football game
and so much more! Information on how to sign-up will be available during Move-In weekend.
MEAL PLANS - When does my meal plan start? Where can I eat?
ROOM CONFIRMATION FEE - The Lease and Financial Obligations
ROOMMATES - What about my roommate?
WHAT ABOUT MY MAIL
HEALTH SERVICES - My health is important.
NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION - Services for New Students (Undergraduate students)
Services for Graduate Students
MUST READ MATERIAL
Guide to First Year – Lots of interesting facts and information including how to set up your
wireless computer on campus.
Survival Guide for First Year Students
Graduate Students Handbook
Undergraduate Calendar: Undergraduate Calendar 2015-2016
Graduate Calendar 2015-2016 (Not yet on-line for Fall 2015)
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS THE PRE DEPARTURE GUIDE
Guide for international students before they leave home.
Accueil Plus Service will help facilitate the immigration process at the airport, which often times
may be lengthy. As well they will negotiate you through the airport to where you can pick up
transport to your destination. Help when I arrive at the airport in Montreal.
TUITION PAYMENT DATES -Tuition payment deadlines.
CONCORDIA STUDENT UNION - CSU info
JOBS ON CAMPUS - Working on Campus
Looking for hotel accommodations in Montreal here is a list of suggested places for Concordia
Alumni and parents.
Students requiring information or assistance regarding the scheduled check in dates are asked
to contact: residenceinfo@concordia.ca.
We are looking forward to an exciting year with you in Residence!
Your Residence Life Staff