Moving into Blakeley

Check-In Procedures

The dorm opens for summer school residency at 2 pm on May 18. It opens for fall residency at 9 am on August 29. Please note that Blakeley Hall is unable to accommodate early arrivals.

Please be prepared to pay a $100 key and security deposit (cash or check). Checks should be made out to: “Trustees of Tufts College.” Make sure that you bring your key deposit with you to the when you check in: you cannot receive your keys or enter your room until you pay the deposit. Your deposit will be returned to you at the end of the school year, provided that you check out in person with the RDs, return your keys, and leave the suite in good condition.

At check-in you will receive your suite assignment and the names of your suitemates.

Blakeley Hall Orientation

Date: Sunday, August 30
Time: 6 pm
Location: Blakeley Lounge (1st floor of D tower)

The Blakeley Hall Orientation is mandatory for all incoming residents. Refreshments will be provided.

What to Bring

  • All residents should bring (or plan to purchase) basic living items such as bed sheets (long twin size), pillow, blanket, bath towel, mattress pads, computer, bookshelves, non-halogen lamps, fan, and other furnishings for comfort.
  • Residents who intend to do any cooking in the kitchen will need to provide their own dishes and cookware.

What Not to Bring

The following items are not permitted in Blakeley Hall:

  • Air conditioners (but fans are recommended)
  • Microwaves and other cooking appliances
  • Flammable materials (candles, incense, etc)
  • Excessively loud speakers and amplifiers
  • Halogen lights
  • Lofts
  • Pets
  • Weapons

Mailing Address during the Academic Year

During the Fletcher Orientation, you will be assigned a mailbox. Your mailing address will be:

[Your Name]
[Your Mailbox Number]
The Fletcher School
160 Packard Avenue
Medford, MA 02155 USA

Mailing Packages to Yourself in Advance

From August 15 to 31 only, Blakeley residents may send packages, shipping boxes or trunks addressed to:

[Your Name]
Blakeley Hall Resident
c/o Hill Hall Mailroom
Tufts University
Medford, MA 02155 USA

Your shipment must not arrive prior to August 15, 2008 or it may be refused. The Hill Hall Mailroom is not open on weekends, including check-in weekend, so be sure to carry with you bedding and other items necessary for the first few nights of your stay.