Fall 2026 Move-In Guide: Books, Dining and Tips to Help You Settle In
Essential dates and practical tips for Fall 2026 move-in — meal plans begin Thurs., Aug. 20; College Store tent sale runs Aug. 21–29 and Aug. 31–Sept. 5; plus campus resources and Downtown Easton options to help you settle in.
Moving in
- When do meal plans start? Thurs., Aug. 20! Check out the Orientation and move-in schedules of dining centers around campus.
- Order your textbooks! Check out these tips from the College Store.
- Visit the College Store tent sale: Find discounted textbooks and discounted books at the sale, Aug. 21-29, and Aug. 31 through Sept. 5.
Campus resources
- Need to adjust your schedule? Visit Banner Self-Service for adding/dropping classes, switching sections of the same class, and/or being added from a waitlist. All students should review their course schedule and any planned changes with their adviser.
- Get involved: Check out the Student Involvement Fair Wed., Sept. 2! It’s a perfect time, especially for first-years, to explore their interests, meet student leaders, and start building connections.
- Apply for an on-campus job: Fall 2026 on-campus jobs are now posted in Handshake.
Explore Downtown Easton
- Explore! Here’s where you can use your Pard Dollars in Downtown Easton and Forks Township.
- Find events in Downtown Easton: Shop Easton Farmers’ Market, enjoy live music at Live at the Falls, and explore the Karl Stirner Arts Trail. MORE