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Centralized Check-in

All students are required to begin their fall semester at Schewel Hall. We’re here to make the process clear, smooth, and welcoming from the start.

Learn more about Move In at Lynchburg

Frequently Asked Questions

Centralized Check-In is designed to provide a smooth and welcoming experience for students and their families, featuring a dedicated lounge for guests and opportunities for them to participate in the process.

Families are encouraged to join their student, attend events such as the Leadership Reception, and take advantage of the move-in support offered by campus volunteers.








Residential students must select their move-in shift starting July 21, 2025, at 8:30 AM. This is done through the University’s MyHive portal:

  1. Navigate to myhive.lynchburg.edu
  2. Access MyHive (Self-Service) using University credentials, then click “Options/Links” on the left-hand side.
  3. Scroll down and click “Residential.”
  4. Transition to The Housing Director (THD/The Housing Portal), find “Assignments,” and click “Select Time Block.”
  5. From the dropdown menu, select the timeslot that best fits your arrival schedule.
  6. Finalize the selection by clicking “Update My Time.” To update a move-in shift, simply repeat these steps, select a new timeslot, and click “Update My Time.” Early arrival students (Fall Athletes, Westover Honors, International Students) will have their arrival dates assigned based on group needs.

Centralized Check-In is available to all students, including commuters and residential students, whether they are new or returning. The process is designed to be inclusive and ensure a smooth transition for everyone into the academic year.

To ensure a smooth check-in, students should bring:

  • Their cell phones.
  • Any necessary documents. This may include:
    • Financial aid documents.
    • Health forms.
    • Vehicle registration information.

The Centralized Check-In process is designed to be both transactional and transformational. While it facilitates the completion of essential administrative tasks, a primary goal is to foster a strong sense of community and belonging from the very beginning.

It provides an opportunity for face-to-face interactions with staff, personalized support, and a welcoming environment that showcases the University’s commitment to its students and the overall Hornet Community.

There are 12 distinct stations designed to address various student needs:

  • Welcome & Wayfinding: Greets students, provides maps, and directs them to appropriate stations.
  • Guests & Families Gathering & Waiting Lounge: Provides information for parents and guardians.
  • Financial Aid & Billing: Answers questions about financial aid, tuition, and payment plans.
  • Campus Safety: Handles ID photos, parking permits, and safety information.
  • HornetCare & Case Management: Offers information on health services, insurance, counseling, and TimelyCare.
  • Academic Advising and Support Services: Addresses course schedules, advising appointments, and questions regarding the Accessibility and Disability Resources process.
  • Technology First-Aid Station: Assists with account activation, logins, email setup, and Wi-Fi troubleshooting.
  • Athletics & Athletic Training: Provides information for DIII student-athletes.
  • Campus Life & Orientation Check-In: For new students, handles SOAR/Hornet Days check-in and provides information on clubs and organizations.
  • International Student Check-In: Facilitates government document checks, linen distribution, health insurance verification, and vaccination requirements for international students.
  • Residential Experience: Offers housing information, room keys, and move-in details for residential students.
  • Confirmation & Next Steps: The final check-in point for issuing student IDs and providing the Student Handbook QR code.
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