Move-In Volunteers Fall 2026
Volunteers
Join us for the 2026 SDSU Move-In Volunteer Experience!
We are thrilled to welcome approximately 9,200 students to campus for the 2026-27 academic year! Students living in the residential communities will make their big move onto campus from Wednesday, Aug. 19, through Friday, Aug. 21, and we need enthusiastic volunteers to make this transition smooth and memorable.
Dates: Thursday, Aug. 20 and Friday, Aug. 21
Two Shifts Each Day: 9 a.m.–noon or noon–3 p.m.
Check-In Location: Cuicacalli Walkway
Volunteer Shift Roles:
- Greeter: Welcome families onto campus and into their new home, answer questions, provide directions, and bring positive energy to move-in day!
- Mover: Help students and families unload cars, move boxes, push bins, and get settled into their new home.
- Volunteer Hospitality: Keep volunteers energized by providing snacks, water, and refreshments, and by checking in throughout their shifts.
Tasks Include:
- Greeting students and families
- Answering questions
- Providing directions
- Assisting with unloading and moving items
- Sharing your SDSU experiences and insights
Perks:
- Courtesy parking for volunteers
- Lanyards and commemorative move-in pin
- Unique opportunity to connect with the students
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Sign up today! Volunteers at move-in play a critical role in helping our newest students and their families acclimate to campus. Your visibility is an integral part of the student experience and is a great opportunity for all residential students to connect successfully with our campus. Your participation makes a huge difference in welcoming our students!
Volunteer registration will close on Friday, Aug. 7.
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