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However, we understand some residents are interested in the possibility of changing rooms. For residents interested in changing rooms, we offer several opportunities throughout the year:</p><ul><li><strong>Fall/Spring Reassignment Process:</strong> For all current residents. This process will become available after the start of both the fall and spring semesters.</li><li><strong>Mid-Year Reassignment Process:</strong> For all current residents who are interested in changing rooms for the spring semester. This process becomes available before the end of the fall semester. Residents do not move into their new room assignments until the start of the spring semester.</li></ul><p>Room changes are generally not available during the first several weeks of each semester. During the early part of the semester, we actively "take attendance" and provide housing to students on the housing waitlist.</p> </div> </div> <div class="section section-umd_terp_basic_page section-ut_divider"> <div> <hr class="divider spacing-large rule-small" id="umd_terp_paragraph--4842"> </div> </div> <div class="section section-umd_terp_basic_page section-ut_text"> <div> <div class="editor-content" id="umd_terp_paragraph--4843"> <h2>Reassignment Request Process</h2> <p>Before the start of each reassignment request process, we'll send an email announcement to residents with instructions and the deadline to submit a request. If they are interested in changing rooms, they will <a href="https://starrez.umd.edu/" title="Housing Portal">log into the Housing Portal </a>to complete and submit a “Reassignment Request” form. Residents will have the opportunity to choose their <a href="http://reslife.umd.edu/hallsatglance/" title="halls at a glance">residence hall preferences</a> on the reassignment request form.</p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section-umd_terp_basic_page section-ut_text"> <div> <div class="editor-content" id="umd_terp_paragraph--4845"> <h3>Reassignment Request Options</h3> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section-umd_terp_basic_page section-ut_card_group"> <div class="card-group-bg card-group-bg-default" id="umd_terp_paragraph--4853"> <div class="card-group"> <div class="card-wrap card-wrap--2"> <div class="card" id="umd_terp_paragraph--4848"> <div class="card-body"> <h2 class="card-title">Individual Requests</h2> <div class="card-text"><p>Residents can request a room change as an “Individual.” to move into an open space. In this case, the resident will move to a different floor or building and become the new roommate of someone they may not know.</p></div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card-wrap card-wrap--2"> <div class="card" id="umd_terp_paragraph--4849"> <div class="card-body"> <h2 class="card-title">Group Move Requests</h2> <div class="card-text"><p>Residents can request a room change as a group of two. To request a “Group Move,” each resident must submit a request form so we know you are requesting to be in another room together. It is possible to move with a roommate; however, the likelihood that a completely vacant double room will be available for roommates to move together is very low, especially during the mid-semester process.</p></div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card-wrap card-wrap--2"> <div class="card" id="umd_terp_paragraph--4850"> <div class="card-body"> <h2 class="card-title">Pull-ins</h2> <div class="card-text"><p>A "pull-in" is an opportunity for a current resident to name a resident to be pulled into a vacancy in their room. When a vacancy occurs in your room, you will generally have 48 hours to request an eligible "pull-in." Pull-ins must be current on-campus residents, and may be subject to other eligibility checks. To request a “Pull-in” each resident must submit a request form so we know the request is mutual. If you do not name a pull-in, another resident will be assigned. We reserve the right to override a pull-in request when necessary.</p></div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card-wrap card-wrap--2"> <div class="card" id="umd_terp_paragraph--4851"> <div class="card-body"> <h2 class="card-title">Unit Move Requests</h2> <div class="card-text"><p>Residents currently in an on-campus apartment or suite style housing can request to move into a vacant space within the apartment or suite.</p></div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card-wrap card-wrap--2"> <div class="card" id="umd_terp_paragraph--4852"> <div class="card-body"> <h2 class="card-title">Medical Accommodation Requests</h2> <div class="card-text"><p>Residents that need accommodation for a medical reason are required to register with the university’s Accessibility and Disability Services (ADS) office. For more information and instructions please <a href="https://ads.umd.edu/accommodations-services/housing-accommodations" title="Requesting accommodated housing">visit the Requesting Accommodated Housing</a> page on the ADS website.</p></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section-umd_terp_basic_page section-ut_divider"> <div> <hr class="divider spacing-large rule-small" id="umd_terp_paragraph--5279"> </div> </div> <div class="section section-umd_terp_basic_page section-ut_text"> <div> <div class="editor-content" id="umd_terp_paragraph--4854"> <h2 id="faqs">FAQs</h2> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section-umd_terp_basic_page section-ut_accordion"> <div class="accordion" id="accordion-5288"> <!-- test comment --> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header" id="accordion-5288-header-16"> <button class="btn" data-toggle="collapse" data-target="#accordion-5288-content-16" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-5288-content-16"> What can I do to increase my chances of getting reassigned? </button> </div> <div id="accordion-5288-content-16" class="collapse" aria-labelledby="accordion-5288-header-16" data-parent="#accordion-5288" > <div class="card-body"> <div> <div class="editor-content" id="umd_terp_paragraph--5280"> <p>Provide a broad range of options that you would consider. For example, you might state any traditional, semi-suite, or suite-style air-conditioned double or single-style room rather than only a specific residence hall, such as Oakland Hall's room.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header" id="accordion-5288-header-17"> <button class="btn" data-toggle="collapse" data-target="#accordion-5288-content-17" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-5288-content-17"> Can I get a single? </button> </div> <div id="accordion-5288-content-17" class="collapse" aria-labelledby="accordion-5288-header-17" data-parent="#accordion-5288" > <div class="card-body"> <div> <div class="editor-content" id="umd_terp_paragraph--5282"> <p>A limited number of singles will be available for reassignments in traditional halls, and very few will be available within suites and apartments. If your request is not considered, it is because there are no available single room options.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header" id="accordion-5288-header-18"> <button class="btn" data-toggle="collapse" data-target="#accordion-5288-content-18" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-5288-content-18"> What happens if you do not have vacancies that match my housing preferences? </button> </div> <div id="accordion-5288-content-18" class="collapse" aria-labelledby="accordion-5288-header-18" data-parent="#accordion-5288" > <div class="card-body"> <div> <div class="editor-content" id="umd_terp_paragraph--5284"> <p>If we do not have vacancies that match your housing preferences, then your Fall 2024 housing assignment will be the same one you chose during Room Selection.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header" id="accordion-5288-header-19"> <button class="btn" data-toggle="collapse" data-target="#accordion-5288-content-19" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-5288-content-19"> Is the reassignment process like Room Selection, where I get to see the vacancies? </button> </div> <div id="accordion-5288-content-19" class="collapse" aria-labelledby="accordion-5288-header-19" data-parent="#accordion-5288" > <div class="card-body"> <div> <div class="editor-content" id="umd_terp_paragraph--5286"> <p>Yes, a vacancy list will be provided with weekly updates to explore. This list is dynamic as requests are approved and student moves begin.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header" id="accordion-5288-header-20"> <button class="btn" data-toggle="collapse" data-target="#accordion-5288-content-20" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-5288-content-20"> What if I submitted a Fall Reassignment Request form and changed my mind? </button> </div> <div id="accordion-5288-content-20" class="collapse" aria-labelledby="accordion-5288-header-20" data-parent="#accordion-5288" > <div class="card-body"> <div> <div class="editor-content" id="umd_terp_paragraph--5544"> <p>If you submitted a Fall Reassignment Request form and it has <strong>not been approved</strong>, you can cancel your Fall Reassignment Request form in the <a href="https://starrez.umd.edu/" title="Housing Portal">Housing Portal</a> (before noon on Wednesdays) or by emailing us at <a href="mailto: reslife@umd.edu" title="Res Life email">reslife@umd.edu</a> (before noon on Thursdays). </p><p>If you submitted a Fall Reassignment Request form and it has <strong>already been approved</strong>, you cannot cancel your new fall reassignment. We urge residents to give full consideration when submitting a Fall Reassignment Request form.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section-umd_terp_basic_page section-ut_divider"> <div> <hr class="divider spacing-large rule-small" id="umd_terp_paragraph--5289"> </div> </div> <div class="section section-umd_terp_basic_page section-ut_text"> <div> <div class="editor-content" id="umd_terp_paragraph--5290"> <h2>Have questions?</h2><p>Please contact the Assignments Office at <a href="mailto:reslife@umd.edu" title="reslife@umd.edu">reslife@umd.edu</a> or <a href="tel:301-314-2100" title="301-314-2100">301-314-2100</a> with any questions about the reassignment request process. Our office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. 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