Opening Day Schedules

Here's a general schedule for your first day at Cornell!

• 9:00–Noon: Move in
  • Review the instructions on the move-in procedures page.
• 11:30 a.m.–2:00 p.m.: Free time
  • Explore campus and have lunch:
    • Students’ meal plans begin at lunch, and they can use their Cornell ID card at the dining halls and on-campus cafes.
    • Parents/guardians may buy lunch with a debit/credit card (no cash).
    • Toni Morrison Dining Hall is the closest to North Campus. View dining halls’ hours and cost here. Please visit Cornell Dining Now for other dining option locations and hours.
• 2:00–3:00 p.m.: Convocation
  • The Dean of Cornell’s School of Continuing Education, instructors, the Residential Director, and residential staff members will welcome students, parents, and guardians to the program and share important information.
  • We highly recommend that students, parents, and guardians attend. If your parents or guardians are not able to make it to Cornell, we invite them to watch the live stream.
• 3:00–4:00 p.m.: Formal student sign-in and goodbyes
  • Students formally sign in and say goodbyes to parents and guardians outside the residence halls.

Some helpful links as you navigate campus:

• A-Lot parking
• Bailey Hall (Convocation)
• Accessible transportation and parking
• Visitor parking (Most parking on campus is free on Sundays, but be sure to check signs)