UMB Housing: Helpful Tips

If your plans have changed and you wish to cancelyour housing agreement please contact us

Email us: housing@umb.edu Call us:(617) 287-6011

We are so excited to have so many new residents in the halls!

ElectricityDue to Massachusetts Electrical Code, ground fault Arc breakers areused throughout the property. These breakers are sensitive to load

usage, energy spikes, and non- efficient electronics and appliances. Please do not overload outlets with multi-outlet plugs.

We encourage the use of power strips with surge protectors. Some electrical things to consider leaving at home:

-Gaming Computers -Space Heaters

Internet AccessSingle-Digits is our internet provider. If you need any assistance registering,

connecting your device, or have general questions you can call them directly at855-890-9546

To connect to the internet, you will have to select "UMBResHall" as your wifi connection.You should then use the "Resident Login" options. Enter your UMass Boston credentials

(email address & password). Your account will be activated right before move in.

Receiving PackagesTo receive packages at the residence halls, sign up for Parcel Pending.

Click here to sign up! You can use either address, 240 William T. Morrissey Blvd, or 240 Morrissey Blvd.

Please make sure your full name and room number are on the package.

Here are some helpful tips in order to succeed as a resident!

If your plans have changed and you wish to cancelyour housing agreement please contact us

Email us: housing@umb.edu Call us:(617) 287-6011

StreamingXfinity On-Campus is the streaming service that allows users access to cable.This can be used with any streaming-compatible device. Be sure to download

the Xfinity App onto your mobile device. To connect, select "Xfinity On-Campus Students" and search UMass Boston.

If you are having trouble with the remotes, you can also download the Rokuapp which provides remote access using your mobile device.

Trash RoomEach floor has a trash room located near the elevator. Help us keep the building clean by

following the guidelines below. Blue Trash Bins: Trash Chute

These bins are specifically for recycling. The trash chute is for all trash that is in a bag.

Trash Chute Operation: Press the green-lit button and then open the trash chute door. Please put the bag insideand close the door. *Cardboard is not allowed in the trash compactor. All boxes must be

broken down and then put into the blue trash bins.*

Work OrdersIt is important as a community that we all do our part in ensuring that our home is

clean, fully functioning and safe for all residents and community members. Please read the following instructions on how to submit a work order.

Steps on How to Submit a Work Order:

4. Include as many details as you can5. "Submit" the work order

1. Log into your Resident Portal 2. Click on the "Work order" tab

3.Proceed to fill out the information

Things NOT to flush down the toilet:-Food-Paper Towels-Sanitary Products-Hair

Clogged toilets are not fun for anyone. To avoid this as much aspossible, here are some guidelines to follow.

Toilets