Cal State Monterey Bay Housing and Residential Life

06/03/2026

☀️ Summer is officially here, Otters! 🦦🎉

Kick off the season with us at Pop 🥤 & Paint 🎨 this Thursday, June 4 at 1 PM on the Promontory Basketball Court 🏀

Grab a soda, cool off with some popsicles, and get creative with friends while painting your own masterpiece. Whether you’re an artist or just looking for a fun way to spend the afternoon, we’ve got you covered!

✨ Free treats
🎨 Fun art activities
👋 Great vibes & community

Don’t miss out—we can’t wait to see what you create!

05/22/2026

Hey Residents! Curious about our Animals policy? We've teamed up with the Student Disability and Accessibility Center (SDAC) to help you understand the differences between service animals 🦮, emotional support ❤️ animals, and pets 🐱🐶. Want to learn more? Check out the links 🔗 in our bio for the full Animals on Campus Policy and the housing Pets and Animals Guidelines!

05/21/2026

All Housing Offices will be closed this Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day 🇺🇸. Take this time to unwind 😌 and enjoy your weekend, Residents and Staff!

05/16/2026

Some end-of-year highlights and a special congratulations 🎊🎉 to our graduating SHRL Student Leaders!

Our Student Leaders are the heart ♥️ of our department, and we’re so grateful for everything you’ve contributed this year. We can’t wait to continue working with returning Student Leaders next academic year and we are excited to see our graduates thrive in their next chapter! ✨

05/14/2026

Hey Residents! The Main Housing Office and Promontory Leasing Office will be open for Move-Out operations on Saturday, May 16 and Sunday, May 17, from 8 AM–5 PM.

The East Campus Housing Office will be available for key 🔑 drop-off only via the black drop box.

Have a safe Move-Out and a wonderful summer! ☀️

05/14/2026

Introducing the Check-Out Envelope! ✉️
The hottest new Move-Out “product” from SHRL.

Use it to turn in your campus housing keys 🔑 when you move out. Just fill out the front with your student and housing unit info ℹ️, and follow the checklist to stay on track with your Move-Out tasks.

Don’t delay—get your Check-Out Envelope today! Absolutely free!

*Disclaimer: This is a parody video. Check-Out Envelopes are required for residents moving out of housing.

05/14/2026

Hey Otter residents do not forget to get your Fall 2026 classes registered if you are a continuing student! This can help create less stress and more free time during your break. 💻📋📝

05/12/2026

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Hey Residents!

As the school year wraps up, we know finals and graduation can feel overwhelming. To help make things a little easier, here are some helpful move-out tips to keep your transition smooth and stress-free.

Visit our Checking Out of Housing Webpage for more information and links to Cleaning Guides, Dumpster Maps, and lists of Damage Billing:

https://csumb.edu/housing/manage-your-campus-housing-and-dining/checking-out-of-housing/

Hey Residents!The end of the school year can be stressful with finals and graduation. We want to ease your stress with these helpful move-out tips. Checking ...

05/08/2026

Finals are here! ✏️📑 Please be considerate of your fellow Otters 🦦 by observing Quiet Hours 🤫.

Quiet Hours begin at midnight 🕛 on Friday, May 8 and continue through Friday, May 15.

Wishing you the best of luck 🍀 on your exams, papers, and projects!

05/05/2026

Hey Otters we want to hear from you! We want your feedback to help us making our living community better! Survey will open May 6th and close May 20th. Participate for a chance to receive $25 Campus Bookstore Credit! 📖📝🏠