Information for Students

Due to issues with ongoing renovations in your assigned residence hall, combined with higher enrollment at OSUIT and OSU Polytech leading to greatly increased demand for housing, we’ve made special arrangements to temporarily house you at the Holiday Inn in Okmulgee.

This page contains everything you need to know about this temporary situation, from what you need to do when you arrive on Tuesday to how you’ll be able to move into your residence hall once it’s ready for you. If at any point you have any questions, don’t hesitate to call Kendra Fitzl, 918-293-5292 between the hours of 7:30 and 4:30, or email kfitzl@okstate.edu.

Before Move-In Day

You will need to pack some temporary essentials for your stay at Holiday Inn, aside from your other belongings intended for your residence hall room. This should include everything you’ll need for the first week of classes, including by not limited to:

• Personal Essentials
  • Government-issued ID (driver license) and student ID
  • Medications (prescription and over-the-counter)
  • Toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, shampoo, etc.)
  • A few changes of clothes (including sleepwear and undergarments)
  • Phone and charger
  • Headphones or earbuds
  • Reusable water bottle
  • Snacks (non-perishable)
  • Laundry bag or small hamper
• Academic Essentials
  • Laptop/tablet and charger
  • Notebooks, pens, and any required textbooks
  • Planner or calendar
  • Flash drive or external hard drive (if needed)
• Comfort and Convenience
  • Small blanket or throw
  • Pillow (if preferred over hotel pillows)
  • Slippers or flip-flops
  • Umbrella or rain gear
  • Small first-aid kit
  • Entertainment (book, cards, etc.)

What you need to know about your stay at the Holiday Inn

We anticipate students should be able to move into their regular campus housing by mid-September at the latest.

While staying at the Holiday Inn, if you have any questions or concerns, contact Greg Phillips at 918-293-4703 or gregory.phillips@okstate.edu. Greg will be the OSUIT representative stationed at the Holiday Inn for the duration of your stay to ensure all your OSUIT needs are met.

While staying at the Holiday Inn, you will have access to their free continental breakfast every morning, fitness center, and other amenities as well as on campus resources and services.

If you have belongings stored on campus, you can access them at any time during regular campus hours. Contact the Wilson Commons Front Desk at 918-293-4928 and a staff member will assist you. You must have your student ID or other photo ID with you to verify your identity.

Students staying at the Holiday Inn are expected to abide by the same rules as they would if they were in on campus housing. Please refer to the Students' Rights and Responsibilities and Residential Life Handbook for more information.

All of this information will be reviewed at the mandatory building/floor meeting on Move-in Day.

Transportation to and from Campus

In your check-in packet provided at both the university and hotel, you will find the transportation schedule. Pick-up will take place outside of the hotel lobby and drop-off is at the south end of the Student Union.

After Move-In Day

There are several places on campus you can hang out between classes, including:

• Library
• Student Union: Lounges, eSports Arena, and Zen Den with a full massage chair
• Wilson Commons has computers, pool tables
• Covelle Hall workout facilities and lounge on 2nd floor
• Spaces in your program area

Moving back to campus

We anticipate students should be able to move into their regular campus housing by mid-September at the latest.

When you are cleared to move into your on-campus housing, OSUIT will have volunteers on hand to help you.

Parking is separate from housing. OSUIT does not have a designated parking lot — we are open access. To obtain a free parking permit, they can complete the online application.

OSUIT Resources and Contacts

Academic Advisors