Yes. UCSC publishes a current prohibited-items list covering fire hazards, certain heating/cooking devices, weapons, alcohol/drugs and other unsafe items.
What appliances and items are prohibited in the dorm?
Students should use the 2026 move-in list as the controlling packing reference. UCSC prohibits items such as portable/window AC units, space heaters, exposed-heating devices, unsafe extension cords and weapons, and it applies residence policies to alcohol and drugs.
Can students decorate their dorm rooms?
UCSC specifically recommends small personal decorations such as photos and posters. Students should keep exits, alarms and building equipment unobstructed and avoid alterations that damage the room.
Is extra storage available for belongings that do not fit in the room?
The 2026 packing page emphasizes limited room space and recommends compact storage. UCSC's preferred Collegeboxes partner offers shipping and temporary storage as an optional paid service; that is separate from an included residence-hall storage room.
How does laundry work?
UCSC says laundry facilities are available 24 hours in residential communities. Students should bring liquid or powder detergent rather than pods and use the CSC GO app for payment.
Does housekeeping clean my student's bedroom?
UCSC's packing guidance tells apartment residents that their bathrooms are not maintained by custodial staff and that housemates are responsible for cleaning and supplies. Residents should plan to clean their own personal living space.
Is Wi-Fi included in residence halls?
UCSC lists high-speed internet among included housing utilities and provides campus residential Wi-Fi/wired support. Students with connection problems can use the ResNet/ITS support route linked from Housing.
How does mail and package delivery work?
Each UCSC college provides mail and package service for residents. Mail uses the assigned campus mailbox, while packages are held in a secure mail room and generate an email pickup notification.
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