2022 Fall Student Instructions
We look forward to welcoming students for the Fall 2022 semester. The general health and safety during the COVID-19 pandemic is a shared responsibility.

All students, families, and guests are asked to comply with the policies, procedures, and protocols designed to support the overall health and well-being of everyone in our university community. Protecting our most vulnerable populations (e.g., medically susceptible, non-traditional, older, and homeless students) is a moral and ethical obligation of the entire Tuskegee community.
COVID- 19 Test Required Prior To Entry
We require all students, faculty, staff, consultants (regularly on campus), and third-party vendors returning to campus for the Fall 2022 semester to send proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test result to reportcovid19@tuskegee.edu by Aug. 22, 2022. 
 
Those students who do not provide a negative COVID-19 test will not be permitted to enter the campus or facilities, move into on-campus housing, or participate in classes and campus activities. Your name will be on a list, and the University Police will ask for your Student ID, and you will not be able to enter the campus. Review our policies here.
Financial Clearance
Students must be financially cleared to move into residence halls and apartments and attend classes. 
 
Financial Clearance Dates 
 
  • Returning students must be cleared by August 12 to move in on Aug.16-17.
  • The Mill at Auburn and University Terrace residents on the master lease should be cleared by August 5 to move in on August 8, 2022. 
 
Financially cleared means you owe no more than $500 or must be enrolled in the tuition payment plan with Tuition Management Systems. 
 
All individuals who are not financially cleared must check in at Tompkins Hall Ballroom. Only the student and one parent/guardian will be permitted to enter. Read more at https://www.tuskegee.edu/bursar
 
Friday, Aug. 19, 2022, at 4:30 p.m. is the last day for students to claim housing assignments.
On Campus Move In Times
The start of the 2022 Fall Semester is Around the Corner! Residence halls open for the Fall semester on August 16-19, 2022. The halls will be open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Move-in will take place over several days to ensure compliance with physical distancing. Residents cannot move into their residence hall until their designated arrival time. If you arrive before your arrival time, we will ask you to come back at your specified time.
 
Returning to residence halls will be based on the first letter of your last name. If hyphenated, your return will be based on the first letter and first part of your hyphenated name. Example Ferguson-Scott will move in based on the letter group “F.” 
 
Are You Financially Cleared?
Students who are not financially cleared or those without a negative COVID-19 PCR Test will be directed to Tompkins Hall. 
 
Early Arrivals
 
Saturday, July 30
Football student-athletes
 
Monday, Aug. 8
Band members
 
Friday, Aug.12
Orientation Leaders, Royal Court and Student Government Association
 
Monday, Aug. 15
Resident Advisors
 
New & Transfer Student Move-in
 
Tuesday, Aug. 16
8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Last name A-M
Residence halls
 
Wednesday, Aug. 17
8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Last name N-Z
Residence halls
 
Returning Students Move-in
 
Thursday, Aug.18
8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Last name A-M
On and off-campus apartments and residence halls, returning students 
 
Friday, Aug.19
8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Last Name N-Z
On and off-campus apartments and residence halls, returning students 
Check-In Process
The check-in process will be a curbside check-in. Residents will be limited to two vehicles, and we will not permit box trucks or trailers. Additionally, we ask that all residents limit the number of people they bring with them to 2-3 people.
 
Upon arrival on campus, residents will proceed directly to their designated centralized check-in location in their residence hall building. 
Residents will drive to the designated building check-in location during their specified arrival time. Residents will show staff their photo ID and give their name, hall, and room number. 
 
If financially cleared, students will be permitted to move in, and proof of a negative COVID-19 test is verified. 
Arrival and Unloading
After checking in and receiving their welcome packet and room key, residents will proceed to the unloading area at their building. 
 
When you arrive at your building, you will unload your items immediately. Residents can place their items on the curb while they move their vehicles from the unloading zone to their designated parking area. If a resident has other people with them, we recommend having a single person drive the car while the resident or someone else waits with their items. Additionally, staff will be monitoring the unloading zones.
 
Residents will be limited to two vehicles, and we will not permit box trucks or trailers. Additionally, we ask that all residents limit the number of people they bring with them to 2-3 people per resident.
 
There may be volunteers available to assist during move-in. We will be unable to provide move-in equipment to assist with move-in. You are welcome to bring items, such as wagons or dollies, to campus.

We highly encourage residents to pack light. Please read below for some tips regarding packing light:

  1. Visit the Residence Life and Housing webpage and review our checklist page on the website for a list of items to bring/not to bring.
  2. Make sure the packed boxes are light and easy to carry.
  3. Use your storage bins as packing boxes.
  4. Focus on the necessities. Only pack what you need or cannot buy once you arrive in Tuskegee.
 
Packing light is key to a quick and easy move-in. Remember that you and your family will be responsible for unloading and carrying items to your room.
Parking After Unloading
Please see the attached map to identify spaces where you are able to park after unloading items in the residence halls. Click here to view map.
CSI Transportation
CSI Transportation will offer transportation services from the Atlanta Airport to Tuskegee University for all students returning for the 2022 Fall semester.

Transfer Days and Times:                  Pickup Times

Tuesday, Aug16, 2022                  12 PM (Eastern Time) & 4 PM (Eastern Time)
                                                      11 AM (Central Time)    3 PM (Central Time)

Wednesday, Aug 17, 2022            12 PM (Eastern Time) & 4 PM (Eastern Time)
                                                      11 AM (Central Time)    3 PM (Central Time)

Thursday, Aug 18, 2022                12 PM (Eastern Time) & 4 PM (Eastern Time)
                                                      11 AM (Central Time)    3 PM (Central Time)

Friday, Aug 19, 2022                     12 PM (Eastern Time) & 4 PM (Eastern Time)
                                                      11 AM (Central Time)    3 PM (Central Time)

The pickup location will be Atlanta Airport, North Terminal; take the escalator downstairs to door LN2 to curbside (ask for direction at baggage claim if you are unsure). We will leave on time!
*South Terminal is under construction.
 
One-way service from ATL to Tuskegee University (Kellogg Center) will be $75. Please call and reserve your seat by Sunday, Aug. 14, 2022 (4 p.m. cut-off).
 
If we do not answer, please leave a message at 334-538-6383 CSI Transportation Office 
Students Must Register Personal Vehicles
Students with cars must register their vehicles with the TU Police Department. The fee to register a vehicle is $75. For more information regarding vehicle registration and parking permits for the academic year, please click here.  
Student ID Cards for New & Transfer Students
The Office of Information Technology has implemented a new process for acquiring your TU ID. Please click on the link below. 
 
New Students: Upload photos to https://mytuphoto.tuskegee.edu 
 
The username and password are the same as your email credentials. Please pay close attention, and follow the instructions for submitting a photo. If you fail to follow the instructions exactly, your photo submission will be denied. You will have to repeat the steps.  
 
If you have already submitted your photo and it was approved please do not submit it again. You will receive an email when your ID card is ready for pickup.  If you have any questions or issues logging in, contact the help desk at 334-727-8040 or helpdesk@tuskegee.edu
Reducing Health Risks
Please know that the above move-in plans consider our students' and families' health and well-being. In addition to the above protocols, we will also be taking the following steps to ensure you have a safe and efficient move-in experience:
 
  • We will station hand sanitizer around residential areas and buildings.
  •  All Tuskegee University staff will be required to wear masks.
  • In accordance with the CDC guidelines, elevator capacity will be limited to maintain a 6-foot distance between all occupants. DO NOT HOLD ELEVATOR DOORS OPEN. 
  • We expect all parents and families to practice physical distancing while on campus, maintaining a 3-foot distance.
 
Every resident and family member must wear a facial mask while on campus. 
Did You Submit Your Medical Booklet?
New and returning students must complete a physical exam by a medical provider, a TB questionnaire, COVID-19 testing, and an authorization to treat form before moving into campus housing or registering for classes. The Tuskegee University Medical Form can be found here
 
Please do so now if you have completed your medical booklet and have not submitted it. You can submit your medical booklet to Dwan Renfroe, Lead Medical Assistant, Student Health Services, at drenfroe@tuskegee.edu.
Negative COVID-19 PCR Test Required
All students, faculty, staff, consultants (regularly on campus), and third-party vendors returning to campus for the fall 2022 semester must provide proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test result before arriving on campus. We do not accept rapid COVID-19 tests, antigen or antibody tests, or vaccination cards in place of the negative COVID-19 test. 
 
Students who have tested negative for COVID-19 and have submitted documentation to Student Health Services will be permitted to move into on-campus housing; participate in classes and campus activities, and enter all other campus and university facilities. 
 
For clarification, please see the testing and submission dates below:
 
  • If arriving Aug.12, submit COVID-19 PCR Test by Aug. 5, 2022.
  • If arriving Aug. 15, submit COVID-19 PCR Test by Aug. 8, 2022.
  • If arriving Aug.16, submit COVID-19 PCR Test by Aug. 9, 2022.
  • If arriving Aug. 17, submit COVID-19 PCR Test by Aug. 10, 2022.
  • If arriving Aug. 18, submit COVID-19 PCR Test by Aug. 11, 2022.
  • If arriving Aug. 19, submit COVID-19 PCR Test by Aug. 12, 2022.
  • If arriving Aug. 22, submit COVID-19 PCR Test by Aug. 15, 2022.
 
Please submit your negative COVID-19 PCR test* to Student Health Services at reportcovid19@tuskegee.edu. You should also have a readily accessible copy on your cell phone just in case your name does not appear on the clear to move-in list. 
 
What if I Test Positive?
If your student tests positive for COVID-19, please call the Student Health Center at (334) 727-8646 for instructions. 
 
*Parents/families do not need to submit a negative COVID-19 PCR test. We request that you remain home if you are symptomatic or not feeling well. 
NCAA SIAC Issues Vaccination Requirement
NCAA Division II SIAC Issues Ruling Requiring Vaccination
All football athletes will be tested as part of the university requirements. Please be advised that the NCAA and SIAC issued a statement requiring all student-athletes to be vaccinated. Please read more here, or contact your coach for additional information. 
Golden Tigers- Let's Do Our Part!
Take the Golden Tiger Pledge. As a member of the Tuskegee University community, I pledge to do my part to keep our campus in good health upon the return to the City of Tuskegee and Tuskegee University.

I understand I have a role in the fight against the spread of COVID-19 and commit to undertaking responsible actions and being an accountable member of both the Golden Tiger Family and Tuskegee community.
I pledge to:

  • Follow public health guidelines and Tuskegee University COVID-19 Policies and Procedures set in place to help protect myself and others.
  • Protect myself and others in high-traffic areas of campus or situations where physical distancing is not possible in order to reduce the spread of COVID-19.
  • Keep my hands clean and sanitized while on campus, around the City of Tuskegee and at home
  • Adhere to capacity limits in social settings to help prevent high-spread scenarios
  •  Modify my actions and behaviors and encourage others to do the same as guidelines and recommendations change over time.
 
By taking the Golden Tiger COVID-19 Pledge, I accept to keep the Tuskegee University campus community in good health and accept responsibility for myself and actions in efforts to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
 
PROTECT YOURSELF. PROTECT OTHERS. PROTECT TUSKEGEE.
Join Dr. Charlotte P. Morris, President and Faculty and Staff for a Welcome Reception on Aug. 16 p.m. and Aug. 17 at 4 p.m.
Parents of incoming students are invited to join President Morris and members of the faculty and staff for a welcome reception on Aug. 16 and Aug. 17 at 4 p.m. in Logan Hall. Light refreshments will be served. 
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