u/CoronaGames

So, as I'm sure we all know, move-in day is in two days.

There's an expectation for students to have a laptop coming in; I've known of this for some time, and tried to coordinate with friends and family members to see if there were any opportunities for hand-me-downs. Those plans have effectively fallen through, and as it stands I can't foot the cost of a new laptop myself, nor can anyone I know drop that kind of cash on a whim.

Last week, I found out about the Computer Expense Request Form. Totally on me for not figuring that out earlier, but I filled it out on the 13th and crossed my fingers hoping for the best. I was lucky (and broke) enough to receive a full ride before I turned in outside aid, so I'm not particularly worried about the school covering it.

However, in the 5 days since, I've heard no response. I'm also not sure if I'm supposed to? I turned them in through the preferred digital method on the university's website, but I don't know if a response is customary or how long these things usually take to come through, and I'm beginning to panic a bit since I'm going to need it when classes start.

Has anyone experienced this situation before? Is there any way to try and get my form processed faster? Should I even be worried about having it immediately? The last thing I want is to go into classes without a method to actually participate.

Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance!

edit: I do have a desktop PC that I'm writing this on, and will be bringing when I move in. Not sure if that changes anything but I wanted to add that I *do* have some kind of computer.

Hello! I'm an incoming freshman, selected into Dinwiddie Hall. I just formally scheduled my move-in appointment today, but I'm a little concerned about the timing of how it's going to play out.

All of the information explicitly states a 15-minute time slot to move in, including check-in/check-out, with only 5 minutes permitted to unload my vehicle.

That... doesn't sound like enough time at all, unless I'm missing something? Especially considering the suggested packing list given by the school, and given that I'm on the second floor. Anyone have any advice for how to navigate this? I feel like I'm probably just overreacting, but this is my first time moving away from home and I'd hate to hold anyone up getting my things in. Thanks in advance!