Greetings from Student Life
On behalf of the entire Student Life team, welcome home to Canisius University! We take great pride in your decision to become a part of the Griffin family, and we eagerly anticipate your arrival to make Canisius your second home.
Living on campus connects you to everything that makes Canisius special: engaging classes with faculty who know you by name, more than 90 student clubs and organizations, Division I athletics, Campus Ministry service projects, and late-night conversations that turn hallmates into lifelong friends. Whether you’re settling into Bosch or Frisch Hall, gathering in the Village Townhouses, or catching up with neighbors in Dugan, you’ll find supportive staff and fellow Griffins ready to cheer you on.
Fall Opening Move-in Appointments
Do you need to move into your academic year space early?
If you're a returning student and need to move in before Saturday, August 23, please complete the Early Arrival Form.
If you're a returning student planning to arrive after Sunday, August 24? You will need to complete the early or late arrival application.
Show Early Arrival Information
Early Arrival Rates
Additional early arrival charges may apply for non-university-sponsored early arrival requests: Charges are based on the nightly room rate.
Show Late Move-in Information
New and returning students must typically move in by the first day of class. If you are not moving in by that day, please contact us so we can keep your room reserved for you.
Complete Move In by the First Day of ClassIf you are moving in after 5 p.m. on the first day of classes, you must complete this form to notify Student Life of your late arrival.
What Happens if You Do Not Move in or Complete a Late Arrival Request Form? If you are attending Canisius and do not move in by the move-in date or notify us of a delay:
- You will be responsible for all room charges
- You will forfeit all associated room fees and deposits
- You may be subject to room reassignment
What does my room look like?
Click below to take a virtual tour
What to Bring to Campus?
Show Recommended
Bed & Bath
Twin-size sheet sets
Comforter/bedspread & extra blankets
Pillows & pillowcases
Area rug or small mat
Boot tray
Towels & washcloths
Bathrobe / robe
Shower caddy & flip-flops/shower sandals
Personal toiletries (soap, toothpaste, etc.)
Medications & small first-aid kit (Band-Aids, aspirin)
Laundry & Cleaning
Laundry basket/hamper
Laundry detergent, dryer sheets, stain remover
Iron with auto shut-off & compact ironing board
Cleaning supplies (all-purpose wipes, disinfectant, dish soap)
Vacuum, small broom, or handheld cleaner
Paper towels & Kleenex
Electronics & Tech
Approved power strip (surge-protected; no extension cords)
Desk/reading lamp (LED bulbs preferred)
Alarm clock (or phone)
Laptop & charger
Cell phone & charger
Headphones/earbuds
Laptop - Wi-Fi is campus-wide
Television (optional) & HDMI cable
Flashlight & extra batteries
Cooking & Dining
Small refrigerator (≤ 4.3 cu. ft. they are provided in Townhouses and Common area kitchens)
Keurig-type coffee maker or electric kettle/hot pot with auto shut-off
Dishes, bowls, cups, silverware
Reusable water bottle/thermos
Pots, pans & cooking utensils
Study & Organization
Calendar or wall planner
Notebooks, pens, school supplies, stapler, tape, scissors
Organizers, crates, or storage bins
Clothes hangers
Desk organizer or file box
Books & leisure reading
Everyday Essentials & Extras
Identification (license/passport, insurance card, Griff ID once issued)
Umbrella & weather-ready jacket
Fan
Recreational gear (yoga mat, disc golf set, etc.)
Decor: posters, photos, plants (non-porous pots; no soil if in halls)
Sewing kit & mini tool kit (screwdriver, tape measure)
Wastebasket
Show Prohibited Items
Air Conditioners
Extension Cords (Surge protectors only)
Incense or Candles
Dart boards
Rope lights (batterry operated are OK)
Beds, couches, futons, or chairs
Microwave Oven (Residence Halls microwaves in public kitchens - Apartments include microwave in unit)
Oil Burning, Halogen, Torchiere/ Tree-style a Multi-head or Octopus-style Lamps (Residence Halls & Apartments)
Pets (other than fish - 20 gallon tanks or less)
Alcohol (prohibited in first-year areas and for persons under 21)
Permanent adhesives and nails
Weapons (e.g. firearms, airsoft guns, non-kitchen knives)
Flammable, combustible liquids such as lighter fluid, propane or butane
Window Treatments and Custom Draperies
Cooking Appliances
These items can not be used in student rooms, and only allowed to be in common kitchen areas for use
Air Fryer
Crock Pot
Hot Plate
Grilling Machine
Rice Cooker
Sandwich Maker
Slow Cooker
Toaster
